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 Pastoral emergency or pastoral care needed?  Call the Church Office: 288-2576;

or email Pastor Peter: pastor@westhamptonpresbyterian.org

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During Lent the theme is "Journey to the Cross."

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Responding to the Earthquake in Chile…

Chili Earthquake Disaster Relief Fund

Help support relief efforts in Chili!  Donations for Chili Earthquake Disaster Relief may be placed in the offering plate on Sunday.   Please mark on the memo section of your check: Chili Earthquake Disaster (DR000185).  Or, you can also donate directly to Haiti Relief by clicking here:  http://www.pcusa.org/give/online/projectSelectAction.do?numberString=DR000064.   Please join with others in prayer lifting up the people of Chili and those seeking to provide aid in this critical time.

 

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Responding to the Earthquake in Haiti…

Haiti Earthquake Disaster Relief Fund

Help support relief efforts in Haiti!  Donations for Haiti Earthquake Disaster Relief may be placed in the offering plate on Sunday.   Please mark on the memo section of your check: Haiti Earthquake Disaster (DR000064).  Or, you can also donate directly to Haiti Relief by clicking here:  http://www.pcusa.org/give/online/projectSelectAction.do?numberString=DR000064.   Please join with others in prayer lifting up the people of Haiti and those seeking to provide aid in this critical time.

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 Happening this week...

Sunday, March 14, 2010: The Fourth Sunday in Lent

Remember Daylight Savings Begins!

  8:30 AM   Be part of the Lenten Special Adult Discussion Group on Learning Forgiveness!  The theme this week is “Reconciling divine judgment with divine love as we explore the deeper spirit of repentance.”  The Adult Discussion Group meets weekly in the Founder’s Room.

   8:30 AM   Presbyterian 101: Interested in learning more about being a Presbyterian?  Drop by for this second of three group meetings.

   9:30 AM   Choir Rehearsal

 10:00 AM   Worship with Sunday Church School following the Children’s Message.

11:00 AM   Coffee and Fellowship in Parish Hall

11:15 AM   Choir Rehearsal

11:30 AM   Confirmation Class meets.

12:00 PM   AA

5:30 PM   Middle School and High School Combined Youth Groups meet to work on projects for the Youth Mission Auction on May 7^th.

   7:30 PM   AA

 Saturday, March 13, 2010

10:00 AM   AA

Friday, March 12, 2010

Pastor Peter will be out of the office on Friday.  Please contact Nancy in the Church Office if you need assistance: 631-288-2576.

Thursday, March 11, 2010

9:30 AM     Kidnastics (WH Library)

Wednesday, March 10, 2010

  6:00 PM   Nicotine Anonymous

  7:00 PM   AA

Tuesday, March 9, 2010

10:00 AM   Christmas Bazaar Workgroup (CBW) meets to enjoy craft-making together.  Come out and learn a craft!

  7:00 PM   The Session meets this evening.

Monday, March 8, 2010

12:00 PM    Presbyterian Women's Business Luncheon Meeting

  6:00 PM   Maureen’s Haven Homeless Program

  6:45 PM   Pilates (Westhampton Library Activity)

Sunday, March 7, 2010: Third Sunday in Lent

  8:30 AM   “Spiritual Conversations” led by Valerie O’Brien meets the first Sunday of each month around the Kitchen Table.

8:30 AM   Presbyterian 101 Group begins in the Large Conference Room.  Open to all who wish to learn more about being a Presbyterian in general and a member of WPC.  Childcare is available.

  9:30 AM   Choir Rehearsal

10:00 AM   Third Sunday in Lent Worship with Sermon Series on the "I Am..." Sayings of Jesus.  Sunday Church School will follow the Children’s Message.

 11:00 AM   Coffee and Fellowship in Parish Hall

11:15 AM   Choir Rehearsal

11:30 AM   Confirmation Discovery Brunch in Bailey Hall.  Open to all Eight Graders and older (who have not yet been confirmed) and their parents/families and mentors.  The event will include Brunch and will end by 1:00 PM.

12:00 PM   AA

5:30 PM   Middle School and High School Youth Groups will meet to work on the Youth Mission Auction projects: birdhouses!  Event will end at 7:00 PM

   7:30 PM   AA

Saturday, March 6, 2010

10:00 AM   AA

Friday, March 5, 2010: World Day of Prayer

  4:00 PM   World Day of Prayer Service at Beach United Methodist Church

Pastor Peter will be out of the office on Friday.  Please contact Nancy in the Church Office if you need assistance: 631-288-2576.

Thursday, March 4, 2010

Here are some memories from this past week's Scouting Sunday as Boy and Girl Scouts gathered to lead worship, offer special music and provide a cake reception as WPC commemorated 100 years of Boy Scouting this past month.  Our appreciation to Barbara Mitchell land Kathy Tureski for their time and energy in planning the celebration and worship!

Wednesday, March 3, 2010

  6:00 PM   Nicotine Anonymous

  7:00 PM   AA

Tuesday, March 2, 2010

  7:00 PM   Deacons

Monday, March 1, 2010

  6:00 PM   Maureen’s Haven Program for the Homeless

  6:45 PM   Pilates (Westhampton Library Program)

Sunday, February 28, 2010: Second Sunday in Lent: Scout Sunday!

  8:30 AM   Be part of the Adult Discussion Group’s Lenten study: Learning Forgiveness: A Lenten Study today in the Founders’ Room.  Today’s session focuses on: “Identifying Our External and Internal Enemies—and Beginning to Move Toward Loving Them.”  All are welcome!

  9:30 AM   Choir Rehearsal

10:00 AM   Second Sunday in Lent Worship with Pastor Peter’s Lenten Sermon Series on: “The ‘I am…” Sayings of Jesus.”  Sunday Church School will follow the Children’s Message for Pre-School-Grade 5.  Middle and High School students remain in the sanctuary during Lent.  Today we will celebrate Boy and Girl Scout Sunday with our scouts participating in the morning worship.

11:00 AM    Special Meeting of the Congregation: The Session of Westhampton Presbyterian Church calls a Special Meeting of the Congregation following the service of worship today, February 28, 2010, for the purpose of receiving the report of the Nominating Committee and to elect the Pastor Nominating Committee.

At the Special Congregational Meeting the following were nominated and elected to serve as the Pastor Nominating Committee: Margretta Anderson, John David, Karen Derryberry, Karen Diers, Holly Hubbard, Jennifer Ketner, Thomas "Jeff" Speer, III, Tom Rogers, and Stu Wood.  A date for their organizational meeting will soon take place as the liaison from the Committee on Ministry meets with them for orientation and to staff them through their journey together to seek the next installed pastor of WPC.  Our prayers and thoughts are with them as they contemplate the work ahead.

11:15 AM   Coffee and Fellowship in Parish Hall

11:15 AM   Choir Rehearsal

12:00 PM   AA

  1:30 PM    WESTHAMPTON CARE CENTER Youth Combined MS & HS Mission Activity.  Bus leaves Church Parking Lot at 1:45 PM and returns at 4:00 PM.  Meet at the Church at 1:30 PM.  REACH Mission WorkCamp applications available as well as the Winter/Spring Youth Ministry Schedules.  Pick up your schedule today!

Kathleen Fervert brings her doggie Allie to visit Mabel at Westhampton Care Center.

  7:30 PM   AA

Saturday, February 27, 2010

10:00 AM   AA

Friday, February 26, 2010

Pastor Peter will be out of the office on Friday.  Please contact Nancy in the Church Office if you need assistance: 631-288-2576.

Thursday, February 25, 2010

  7:00 PM   The Nominating Committee meets in the Conference Room.

Wednesday, February 24, 2010

  6:00 PM   Nicotine Anonymous

  7:00 PM   AA

Tuesday, February 23, 2010

  9:00 AM    Drop by to help put away the mattresses after Monday's Homeless Program.

Monday, February 22, 2010

  6:00 PM   Maureen’s Haven Homeless Program

  6:45 PM   Pilates (WH Library)

  7:00 PM   Elizabeth Circle (At Jean Seyfert’s Home)

Sunday, February 21, 2010: First Sunday in Lent

8:30 AM   Be part of the Adult Discussion Group’s Lenten study: Learning Forgiveness: A Lenten Study today in the Founders’ Room.  Today’s session focuses on “Confession: Looking more objectively at our urge to judge others.”  All are welcome!

  9:30 AM   Choir Rehearsal

10:00 AM   First Sunday in Lent Worship with Sunday Church School following the Children’s Message.

11:00 AM   Coffee and Fellowship in Parish Hall

11:15 AM   Choir Rehearsal

12:00 PM   AA

  2:00 PM   Dixieland Jazz Band (WH Library)

  7:30 PM   AA

Saturday, February 20, 2010

10:00 AM   AA

  1:00 PM   Children’s Craft (WH Library)

Friday, February 19, 2010

Pastor Peter will be out of the office on Friday.  Please contact Nancy in the Church Office if you need assistance: 631-288-2576.

Thursday, February 18, 2010

   7:00 PM    Nominating Committee meets to select an Elder and a Deacon.  If you have a nomination, or would like to nominate yourself, please call the Church Office: 631-288-2576.

Wednesday, February 17, 2010: Ash Wednesday (beginning of Lent)

11:00 am   Memorial Service and Celebration of the Life of Mary A. Nagle in the sanctuary.

  6:00 PM   Nicotine Anonymous

7:00 PM     Ecumenical Ash Wednesday Service sponsored by the Westhampton Clergy Council at Westhampton United Methodist Church on Montauk Highway.  All are invited to worship.  The Reverend Kenneth Prill of East Quogue United Methodist Church will be the preacher with members of the Westhampton Clergy Council participating.

  7:00 PM   AA

Bingo (WH Library)

Tuesday, February 16, 2010

Today is the deadline for material for the March issue of the Tidings.

6:00 PM   Fat Tuesday Marti Gras Pot Luck and Movie (WH Library)

7:00 PM   Both the the Session and the Trustees meet this evening.  

Monday, February 15, 2010: Presidents’ Day

The Church Office will be closed today to honor Presidents’ Day.

  6:00 PM   Maureen’s Haven Homeless Program

Sunday, February 14, 2010: Transfiguration of the Lord Sunday with the Lord's Supper

8:30 AM   Begin Lent early with the Adult Discussion Group’s Lenten study: Learning Forgiveness: A Lenten Study.  The six-week study takes up the theme: “Repentance is at the heart of our Lenten journey.  Can we learn to forgive with open hearts?”  We’ll consider the various aspects of forgiveness, a concept perhaps more central to Christianity than to any other religion.  Come to one or all!  Here’s the schedule:  

·        2/14  Session One: The need to forgive—and to be forgiven.

·        2/21  Session Two: Confession: Looking more objectively at our urge to judge others.

·        2/28  Session Three: Identifying our external and internal enemies—and begin to move toward loving them.

·        3/7: Spiritual Discussions with Valerie O’Brien: Join the first Sunday of the month conversation!

·        3/14  Session Four: Reconciling divine judgment with divine love as we explore the deeper spirit of repentance.

·        3/21  Session Five: Forgiving others is imperative—not optional. What if we can’t forgive? Or we’re simply not ready to forgive?

·        3/24  Session Six: Is forgiveness is possible without repentance—what of Jesus’ willingness to forgive on the cross?

Christians differ widely in their interpretations of how forgiveness should be practiced. Some urge forgiveness as a Christian duty under all circumstances, while others argue that certain conditions must be met before forgiveness can be meaningful or effective. How do we sort through such competing claims and interpretations? And how do we get past some of our emotional barriers to real forgiveness? These are the kinds of the questions we will explore together in this study of a theme particularly well-suited to the season of Lent, but fit for any season of our lives.  All are welcome!  Deepen the meaning of Lent this year and prepare for the new life Easter offers!  Be part of the Adult Discussion Group! The Adult Discussion Group meets weekly at 8:30 am in the Founder’s Room.

  9:30 AM   Choir Rehearsal (and 11:15 AM)

10:00 AM   Transfiguration of the Lord Sunday Worship with The Lord's Supper.  Sunday Church School will follow the Children’s Message.

11:00 AM   Coffee and Fellowship in Parish Hall

12:00 PM   AA

2:00 PM   Memorial Service in Celebration of the Life of Ellie Brubaker with Deacon’s Reception following.

 4:00 PM   There will be no Middle School Youth Group today due to the holidays.

 7:00 PM   There will be no High School Youth Group today due to the holidays.

   7:30 PM   AA

 Saturday, February 13, 2010

10:00 AM   AA

Friday, February 12, 2010: Lincoln’s Birthday

  9:45 AM   Children’s Music (WH Library)

Pastor Peter will be out of the office on Friday.  Please contact Nancy in the Church Office if you need assistance: 631-288-2576.

Thursday, February 11, 2010

  3:30 PM    Alert!  Youth Groups "Snow Shoveling Ministry" canceled as the shoveling was done earlier in the day!

  3:30 PM   Children’s Cooking (WH Library)

  6:30 PM   Stretch and Tone with Linni Deihl

Wednesday, February 10, 2010

  6:00 PM   Nicotine Anonymous

  6:00 PM   Winterfest (East Hampton Presbyterian).  Call the Church Office if you would like to ride the Church Bus to the dinner and meeting!  Call: 631-288-2576.

  7:00 PM   AA

Tuesday, February 9, 2010

  3:30 PM   Children’s Cooking (WH Library)

7:00 PM   The Session meeting this evening is postponed.  It will meet next Tuesday at the same time.

 Monday, February 8, 2010

  6:00 PM   Maureen’s Haven Homeless Program

  6:45 PM   Pilates (WH Library)

  7:00 PM   Cooking (WH Library)

Sunday, February 7, 2010: Souper Bowl of Caring Sunday

  8:30 AM     “Spiritual Conversations” led by Valerie O’Brien meets the first Sunday of each month around the Kitchen Table.

  9:30 AM   Choir Rehearsal

10:00 AM   Worship with Sunday Church School following the Children’s Message.  Support the Souper Bowl of Caring Offering by bringing in a can for our local Westhampton Food Pantry.  Monetary donations also accepted.

11:00 AM   Coffee and Fellowship in Parish Hall.

11:00 AM    Youth Groups will sell homemade soup today following worship to benefit our local Westhampton Food Pantry as part of their participation in Souper Bowl of Caring  Sunday.  Celebrate the Souper Bowl! 

11:15 AM   Choir Rehearsal

12:00 PM   AA

  7:30 PM   AA

Saturday, February 6, 2010

10:00 AM   AA

6:30 PM   Youth Groups to make homemade soup for sale Sunday to benefit our local Westhampton Food Pantry as part of their participation in Souper Bowl of Caring Sunday.  Bring in a can of food for a special Souper Bowl of Caring offering during worship.

Friday, February 5, 2010

Pastor Peter will be out of the office on Friday.  Please contact Nancy in the Church Office if you need assistance: 631-288-2576.

Thursday, February 4, 2010

  6:30 PM   Stretch and Tone with Linni Deihl

Wednesday, February 3, 2010

6:00 PM   WPC Hosts EEPP Winterfest in Parish Hall!  The East End Presbyterian Parish (EEPP) presents Encounters with Jesus through Stories and Song with Rev. Tony Larson, Pastor of Springs Presbyterian Church

  6:00 PM   Nicotine Anonymous

  7:00 PM   AA

Tuesday, February 2, 2010

  9:45 AM   Children’s Craft (WH Library)

  7:00 PM   The Board of Deacons meets.

Monday, February 1, 2010

WPC to Host EEPP Winterfest with Dinner and Program:  The East End Presbyterian Parish (EEPP) presents Encounters with Jesus through Stories and Song with Rev. Tony Larson, Pastor of Springs Presbyterian Church.  All are invited to gather together to share food and fellowship and foster discipleship by exploring the ways the risen Christ seeks us out in our daily lives.  We will sing hymns and explore Jesus’ presence and claim on our lives through short stories shared by Tony Larson.  The dinner and program will take place Wednesday, February 3^rd at 6:00 PM in Parish Hall.  Please RSVP to the Church Office: 631-288-2576 by Feb. 1^st.

Sunday, January 31, 2010

  8:30 AM     This week Sarajane Giere will lead the Adult Discussion Group on the topic “Why Faith Matters”  Why Faith Matters is the title of a recent book by David J. Wolpe.  Wolpe sets out to re-examine his own struggles of faith by asking himself a myriad of questions, questions which bring him back to his faith in God: What awaits me after I die?  What do I transmit to my children?  Can I believe that we all live in the presence of God?  The Group meets weekly at 8:30 am in the Founder’s Room.  All are welcome!

  9:30 AM   Choir Rehearsal (and 11:15 AM)

10:00 AM   Worship with Sunday Church School following the Children’s Message.  Remember to pick up your offering envelopes!

11:00 AM   Coffee and Fellowship in Parish Hall

12:00 PM   AA

  4:00 PM   Middle School Youth Group (Through 5:30 PM)

  5:30 PM   High School Youth Group (Through 7:00 PM)

  7:30 PM   AA

Saturday, January 30, 2010

10:00 AM   AA

  2:00 PM   Children’s Craft (Library)

Friday, January 29, 2010

Pastor Peter will be out of the office on Friday.  Please contact Nancy in the Church Office if you need assistance: 631-288-2576.

Thursday, January 28, 2010

  6:30 PM   Stretch and Tone with Linni Deihl.  All are invited to get fit and healthy in this exercise group.

Wednesday, January 27, 2010

  4:00 PM   Children’s Craft (WH Library)

  6:00 PM   Nicotine Anonymous

  7:00 PM   AA

Monday, January 25, 2010

  6:00 PM   Maureen’s Haven Homeless Program

  6:45 PM   Pilates (WH Library)

  7:00 PM   Elizabeth Circle (Home of Nancy Miller)

Sunday, January 24, 2010: Third Sunday in Epiphany

  8:30 AM   The WPC Adult Discussion Group continues a study on Acts of the Apostles—A Living History of the Early Church.  All are welcome to join in the discussion as we explore our Christian roots in the early church.  The Adult Discussion Group meets weekly at 8:30 am in the Founder’s Room.

  9:30 AM   Choir Rehearsal (and 11:15 AM)

10:00 AM   Worship with Sunday Church School following the Children’s Message and the Annual Congregation and Corporation Meeting after worship.

11:15 AM   Coffee and Fellowship in Parish Hall follows the Annual Meeting.

11:15 AM   Choir Rehearsal

12:00 PM   AA

  4:00 PM   Middle School Youth Group (Please watch this for further information)

  7:00 PM   High School Youth Group (Please watch this for further information)

7:30 PM   Week of Prayer for Christian Unity Service at Beach United Methodist Church.  The Reverend Thomas Goodhue will be the guest preacher at the community ecumenical worship.

  7:30 PM   AA

 Saturday, January 23, 2010

  9:30 AM     Memorial and Endowment Committee meets in the Founders’ Room.

10:00 AM   AA

  2:00 PM   Children’s Craft (WHB Library Program)

Friday, January 22, 2010

12:00 PM   Westhampton Presbyterian Church is the location from 12:00 noon—3:00 pm for free Swine Flu Shots.  Just come on down to Parish Hall.  Meet your neighbors!  Stay healthy!  No advance registration is necessary.

Pastor Peter will be out of the office on Friday.  Please contact Nancy in the Church Office if you need assistance: 631-288-2576.

Thursday, January 21, 2010

  9:45 AM   Children’s Music (WH Library)

10:00 AM   East End Presbyterian Parish (EEPP meets today 10:00—12:00 noon at “Old Whalers” Presbyterian Church in Sag Harbor

                    Yoga (WH Library)

  5:00 PM   Our congregation has always been known for having a good time together.  Here’s another opportunity!  The WPC Fund Raising Team is partnering with Micoles’ Restaurant (141 Montauk Highway in WHB) for a Special Dining Experience with Guest Chef Jane Otis.  Bring out your friends and family for a fun evening with delicious food 5:00—8:00 PM!  The cost is $30.00 for a three course meal featuring Pot Roast, Chicken w/Tomato Basil Vinaigrette or Pasta Primavera.

  6:30 PM   Stretch and Tone with Linni Diehl in Parish Hall

Wednesday, January 20, 2010

  4:00 PM   Children’s Craft (WH Library)

  6:00 PM   Nicotine Anonymous

  7:00 PM   AA

Tuesday, January 19, 2010

  3:30 PM    Children's Cooking (WH Library Program)

  7:00 PM    The Board of Trustees meets this evening in the Founders’ Room.

Monday, January 18, 2010: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

  6:00 PM    Maureen's Haven Program for the Homeless

  7:00 PM     The annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Ecumenical Service will be held this evening at St. Paul’s AME Zion Church in Quogue.  All are invited to this inspiriting service.  The Reverend Anne McAnelly will be the King preacher with an introduction by Pastor Peter.  Enjoy the music of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Ecumenical Choir!

The Church Office will be closed today in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

Sunday, January 17, 2010: Second Sunday After Epiphany

  8:30 AM     Be part of the Adult Discussion Group!  The WPC Adult Discussion Group will begin a two-week study on Acts of the Apostles—A Living History of the Early Church this Sunday.  All are welcome to join in the discussion as we explore our Christian roots in the early church.  The Adult Discussion Group meets weekly at 8:30 am in the Founder’s Room.

  9:30 AM   Choir Rehearsal

10:00 AM   Worship with Sunday Church School:  As we respond to the crisis in Haiti through our support and through Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA), let us join together Sunday in worship at 10:00 AM with special prayers for the situation in Haiti.  Sunday Church School for children and youth will take place following the Children’s Message.

11:00 AM   Coffee and Fellowship in Parish Hall

11:15 AM   Choir Rehearsal

12:00 PM   AA

  4:00 PM   Middle School Youth Group (Please check Sunday)

  7:00 PM   High School Youth Group (Please check Sunday)

  7:30 PM   AA

Saturday, January 16, 2010

8:45 AM   Elders, Deacons and Trustees and Treasurers will gather Saturday, January 16^th for a Church Officer Retreat in Parish Hall beginning at 8:45 AM and ending following lunch at 1:00 PM.  The focus will be on how we are to live into the new Mission Vision Report developed by the Mission Vision Team.  This will be a key event as we give greater clarity to the future direction of WPC’s ministry and mission.

10:00 AM   AA

  7:00 PM    As part of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Weekend, the Greater Westhampton Chamber of Commerce and the Hampton Synagogue will offer a free screening of the movie After the Storm at the Westhampton Cinema.  following the screening there will be a discussion and desert and coffee at the Synagogue.  To learn more about the movie, click here: http://movies.nytimes.com/2009/10/05/movies/05storm.html.  The director of the movie lead the discussion following the movie.

Friday, January 15, 2010

Today is the deadline for the Tidings newsletter material.

Pastor Peter will be out of the office on Friday.  Please contact Nancy in the Church Office if you need assistance: 631-288-2576.

Thursday, January 14, 2010

10:00 AM   Yoga (WH Library)

  3:30 PM   Children’s Cooking (WH Library)

  6:30 PM   Stretch and Tone

Wednesday, January 13, 2010

12:00 PM    Presbyterian Women “Covered Dish” Luncheon today in Parish Hall.

4:00 PM     Children’s Cooking (WH Library)

  6:00 PM   Nicotine Anonymous

  7:00 PM   AA

Tuesday, January 12, 2010

7:00 PM   The Session meets this evening at 7:00 pm in the Founders’ Room.

Monday, January 11, 2010

  6:00 PM   Maureen’s Haven

  6:45 PM   Pilates (WH Library)

Sunday, January 10, 2010

8:30 AM   Session Breakfast for Newly Elected Elders and Deacons.  All currently serving Elders and all newly elected Elders and Deacons are invited to a breakfast with the Session this morning.  The Session will conduct its examination of newly elected Elders and Deacons.

  9:30 AM   Choir Rehearsal

10:00 AM   Worship with the Ordination and Installation of Church Officers.  Sunday Church School following the Children’s Message.

11:00 AM   Coffee and Fellowship in Parish Hall

11:15 AM   Choir Rehearsal

12:00 PM   AA

5:30 PM   Youth Family Pot-Luck Dinner: Let’s kick off the New Year with plans everyone can enjoy!  This is the January –August Planning Meeting for youth and parents.  Your dreams and input are invited and needed!  The REACH Summer WorkCamp schedule will be discussed.  Bring a dish to pass and bring your ideas!

   7:30 PM   AA

Saturday, January 9, 2010

  9:00 AM    Audit Committee will meet in the Founders' Room to review the authenticity of the Finance Records

10:00 AM    AA

10:30 AM    Finance Ministry will meet to access the success of the Stewardship Program and to consider any necessary changes to the budget.

11:00 AM  Memorial Service for Harris Palmer this morning in the sanctuary with a reception following in Parish Hall.

Friday, January 8, 2010

Visitation hours for Harris H. Palmer, Jr., will be at the Follett & Werner Funeral Home today: 2:00-4:00 PM and 7:00-9:00 PM.

Pastor Peter will be out of the office on Friday.  Please contact Nancy in the Church Office if you need assistance: 631-288-2576.

Thursday, January 7, 2010

6:00 PM   Stretch and Tone (with Linni Deihl) in the Parish Hall.  Great way to exercise and reach the health and wholeness God wills in your life!

Wednesday, January 6, 2010: Epiphany of the Lord

The Annual Reports are due in the Church Office today!

  6:00 PM   Nicotine Anonymous

  7:00 PM   AA

Tuesday, January 5, 2010

7:00 PM     The Board of Deacons meets in the Deacons’ Room.

Monday, January 4, 2010

6:00 PM     Maureen’s Haven program for the Homeless provides and meal and a place to sleep.  Thirty-five guests will be fed this evening and 21 guests will spend the night.

Sunday, January 3, 2010: Second Sunday After Christmas

  8:30 AM     “Spiritual Conversations” led by Valerie O’Brien meets the first Sunday of each month around the Kitchen Table.

  9:30 AM   Choir Rehearsal

10:00 AM   Worship with Sunday Church School following the Children’s Message.

11:00 AM   Coffee and Fellowship in Parish Hall

11:15 AM   Choir Rehearsal

12:00 PM   AA

  7:30 PM   AA

Saturday, January 2, 2010

10:00 AM   AA

Friday, January 1, 2010: New Year’s Day

We wish you a Happy New Year 2010!

The Church Office will be closed.  Please leave a message on the answering machine: 631-288-2576.

Thursday, December 31, 2009: New Year’s Eve

The Church Office closes at 12:00 noon.

Wednesday, December 30, 2009

  6:00 PM   Nicotine Anonymous

  7:00 PM   AA

Monday, December 28, 2009

  6:00 PM   Maureen’s Haven

  6:45 PM   Pilates (WHB Library)

Sunday, December 27, 2009: First Sunday After Christmas

8:30 AM     Due to the holiday week celebrations, there will be no Adult Discussion Group this morning.  Normally, the Adult Discussion Group meets weekly at 8:30 am in the Founder’s Room.

  9:30 AM   Choir Rehearsal

10:00 AM   Worship with Sunday Church School following the Children’s Message.

11:00 AM   Coffee and Fellowship in Parish Hall

11:15 AM   Choir Rehearsal

12:00 PM   AA

  7:30 PM   AA

Saturday, December 26, 2009

10:00 AM   AA

Friday, December 25, 2009: Christmas Day

Christ is born in Bethlehem...

We wish you a Merry Christmas!

The Church Office will be closed today to celebrate Christmas Day.  Messages left in the Pastor’s mailbox will be monitored: 631-288-2576.

Thursday, December 24, 2009: Christmas Eve

  5:00 PM   Christmas Eve Family Candlelight Service of Lessons and Carols in the Quiogue Sanctuary.  Childcare is provided.

11:00 PM   Christmas Eve Candlelight Communion Service at the Quogue Chapel.  Celebrate the birth of Christ as Christmas arrives at mid-night!

The Church Office will be closed today to celebrate Christmas Eve.  Messages left in the Pastor’s mailbox will be monitored: 631-288-2576.

Wednesday, December 23, 2009

  6:00 PM   Nicotine Anonymous

  7:00 PM   AA

Monday, December 21, 2009

The Church Office will be closed today due to the snowy conditions.

  6:00 PM   Maureen’s Haven

  6:45 PM   Pilates (WHB Library)

Sunday, December 20, 2009: Fourth Sunday of Advent

Alert!!!  Breaking News: This news just in!!!

with regret due to the heavy snow storm,

Westhamtpon Presbyterian Church has Canceled

Worship Service for today, Sunday, December 20th

Due to the Heavy Snow

Bernie Giere and Peter Sulyok

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  8:30 AM     Be part of the Adult Discussion Group! The Adult Discussion Group meets weekly at 8:30 am in the Founder’s Room.

  9:30 AM   Choir Rehearsal (and 11:15 AM)

10:00 AM   Worship with the Long Island Brass Guild and with the WPC Choir Concert during worship.  The Sunday Church School will follow the Children’s Message.  Nursery Care is available during the worship.

11:00 AM   Coffee and Fellowship in Parish Hall

11:15 AM   Choir Rehearsal

12:00 PM   AA

  5:30 PM   Middle School and High School Youth Group Holiday Party: Dessert and Movie Night!!!

  7:30 PM   AA

Saturday, December 19, 2009

10:00 AM   AA

Friday, December 18, 2009

  9:45 AM   Childrens’ Music Program (WHB Library Program)

Pastor Peter will be out of the office on Friday.  Please contact Nancy in the Church Office if you need assistance: 631-288-2576.

Thursday, December 17, 2009

  6:30 PM   Stretch and Tone with Linni Deihl

Wednesday, December 16, 2009

  6:00 PM   Nicotine Anonymous

  7:00 PM   AA

Tuesday, December 15, 2009

7:00 PM   The Board of Trustees meets this evening in the Founders’ Room

Today is the deadline for the monthly Tidings Newsletter.

Monday, December 14, 2009

  6:00 PM   Maureen’s Haven

  6:45 PM   Pilates (WHB Library)

  7:00 PM   Nominating Committee meets in Conference Room

Sunday, December 13, 2009: Third Sunday of Advent: Third Sunday in Advent (with the Children's Christmas Pageant)

Santa Brunch a Delicious Celebration Following the Children's Christmas Pageant

8:30 AM     Be part of the Adult Discussion Group! The Adult Discussion Group meets weekly at 8:30 am in the Founder’s Room.

  9:30 AM   Choir Rehearsal

10:00 AM   Worship with The Children’s Christmas Pageant during worship.  Come and see the angels and shepherds and kings worship the new born babe!

11:00 AM   Brunch with Mr. and Mrs. Claus (sponsored by the Fund-Raising Team) in Parish Hal. Celebrate the pageant with our children!

Give an Alternative Gift this Christmas and Participate in Mission!

A new Mission Table is with us Sundays during Advent that helps you do "Alternative Gift Giving"!  It is the Heifer International Gift Table, sponsored by Christi Dawydiak and Lydia       Frenzel-Sulyok, where you can purchase a flock of chickens, a goat, a llama, a cow, rabbits, or a "share" in any of them to be sent to a family in the developing world.  You receive a special card to send your friends and family to let them know you made an "alternative gift" in their honor.

Stop by the Heifer International Table after worship today!  Next week will be the final Sunday for shop for the Heifer gifts!

11:15 AM   Choir Rehearsal (extends to 12:30 PM to rehearse for next Sunday’s Christmas concert during worship with the Long Island Brass Guild)

12:00 PM   AA

  3:00 PM   Christmas Caroling and Party (light supper offered)

  5:30 PM   Maureen’s Haven preparation begins

  7:30 PM   AA

Saturday, December 12, 2009

10:00 AM   AA

Friday, December 11, 2009

  9:45 AM   Children’s Music Program (WH Library Program)

Pastor Peter will be out of the office on Friday.  Please contact Nancy in the Church Office if you need assistance: 631-288-2576.

Thursday, December 10, 2009

  5:00 PM   Teen Book Club (WH Library Program)

  6:30 PM   Stretch and Tone with Linni Diehl

  7:30 PM    Special Choir Rehearsal to practice for Christmas Sunday special music.  Note: Sunday's rehearsal will extend to 12:30 PM, as members are able.

Wednesday, December 9, 2009

12:00 PM   Presbyterian Women’s Luncheon

  6:00 PM   Nicotine Anonymous

  7:00 PM   AA

Tuesday, December 8, 2009

  9:30 AM   Christmas Bazaar Workgroup

  2:30 PM   Westhampton Women’s Club

7:00 PM     Joint Meeting of the Board of Deacons and the Session meets in Parish Hall.

8:00 PM     The Board of Deacons and the Session meet separately in their regular monthly meetings.

Monday, December 7, 2009

  6:00 PM   Maureen’s Haven

  6:45 PM   Pilates (WHB Library)

  7:00 PM   Elizabeth Circle at home of Valerie O’Brien

Sunday, December 6, 2009: Second Sunday of Advent

Come and See the "Greens" Hanging in Our Sanctuary!!!

Over the night the Elves were busy with the "hanging the greens."  Our anticipation and celebration of the coming of Christ into our lives is greatly enhanced as we enter the sanctuary and discover the wonderful smell of pine and spruce and see the evergreen wrapped around our poles.  This Sunday we welcome the new Advent Banners carefully made by Margareta Anderson as we rejoice in the coming of our Lord.  See you in church Sunday!

Annual Advent Festival follows Worship Today

Lots of Crafts and Fun for All with Pizza Luncheon

The Annual Advent Festival for the entire congregation will be held Sunday, December 6^th, after the Coffee and Fellowship Time after worship.  The Festival features Advent and Christmas craft-making that is fun for the whole family.  This year the festival will begin with a Pizza Luncheon followed by the Christmas and Advent crafts.  After the craft and activity time, the children will unpack the sanctuary Manger Scene with Pastor Peter and place it in the front of the church, and we will conclude the Festival with some Christmas Carols.

Here is the schedule for the day:

  8:30 AM   “Spiritual Conversations” led by Valerie O’Brien meets the first Sunday of each month around the Kitchen Table.

  9:30 AM   Choir Rehearsal

10:00 AM  Second Sunday of Advent Worship

• We will light the Advent Candle of Peace

• Our Third Graders will receive their Bibles

• Following the Children’s Message, children and youth will leave for the Children’s Christmas Pageant Rehearsal One during the usual Sunday Church School time

11:00 AM  Coffee and Fellowship Time and Children’s Christmas Pageant Rehearsal Two, this time in the sanctuary (while there is preparation for the Advent Festival)

11:15 AM   Choir Rehearsal

11:45 AM  Annual Advent Festival Pizza Time to be followed by crafts and other fun activities

 12:00 PM   AA

12:45 PM  The Manger Scene tells the Christmas Story and we will conclude the festival by 1:15 PM as we sing some Christmas Carols

Prepare for the coming of the Christ Child this year by joining in the festivities of the Advent Festival!

 2:30 PM   Hospice “Tree of Lights” will be lit at the Westhampton Beach Village Green with Christmas Cheer following at The Inn On Main at Westhampton Beach.

 4:00 PM    A Memorial Service to remember and celebrate the life of Judy LeBleu will take place in the sanctuary.  A Reception with the LeBleu Family, sponsored by the Board of Deacons, will follow in Parish Hall.

  7:30 PM   AA

Saturday, December 5, 2009

Christmas Tea and Bazaar Full of Lots of Christmas Cheer

If you were anywhere near WPC this afternoon, then you noticed the dreary, rainy day did not exist on Quiogue!  Within minutes of opening the door at 1:30 PM, the Christmas Tea tables in Parish Hall were complete with good conversation over a cup of tea, hot spiced cider or coffee and delicious finger sandwiches and cookie treats.  Hostesses dressed in red and green were everywhere to help our guests feel at home.  Just a few steps off Bailey Hall, the Christmas Bazaar was in full swing with Christmas crafts, jewelry gifts, and twice-nice treasures.  A Children's Christmas craft fair and Kiddies' Shop entertained the children downstairs in the Bailey Hall and several of our youth custom gift-wrapped gifts of your choosing. 

Here is the schedule for Saturday:

10:00 AM   AA

1:30 PM   Christmas Tea and Bazaar begins through 4:00 PM.  Enjoy a quiet time of Christmas Tea with sandwiches and sweets before or after your Christmas shopping.  Wreathes, arrangements, the “Cookie Walk” and twice-nice goods will help you complete your Christmas list.  Come do your Christmas shopping at the WPC Christmas Tea and Bazaar today from 1:30 – 4:00 PM.  Enjoy the wonderful “twice-nice” items and handmade crafts as gifts for family and friends.  Pause in your busy “shopping day” for a relaxed Christmas Tea in the beautifully decorated Bailey Hall.  And, before heading home, do the “cookie walk” and gather up your favorite Christmas Cookies for those unexpected guests that drop by the holidays.

6:30 PM    Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol will be performed in Parish Hall.  All welcome.  (WHB Library Program)

  6:30 PM   [Note this event is postponed until next Saturday, same time] Christmas Tree and Menorah Lighting at the Westhampton Beach Village Green.  Hot Chocolate always provided!

Friday, December 4, 2009

The Christmas Elves were busy today bringing good cheer

and a welcoming spirit to our church family's front door. 

All is ready for the Christmas Tea and Bazaar tomorrow!

  9:45 AM   Children’s Music Program (WHB Library Program)

 Pastor Peter will be out of the office on Friday.  Please contact Nancy in the Church Office if you need assistance: 631-288-2576.

 Thursday, December 3, 2009

6:30 PM   Stretch and Tone starts up this evening to help bring you in your commitment to a healthy holiday season.  Linni Deihl, instructor/leader.  All are welcome.

Wednesday, December 2, 2009

  6:00 PM   Nicotine Anonymous

  7:00 PM   AA

7:00 PM   Christmas Arrangement Making in Bailey Hall for all who would like to help prepare the centerpieces for sale at the Saturday Christmas Bazaar.  Bring your pruning shears and your talents!

 Tuesday, December 1, 2009

9:30 AM   Christmas Bazaar Work Group (CBW)

6:00 PM   Christmas Wreath Making and Pizza Party!  All are invited to decorate Christmas Wreaths for the Christmas Bazaar.  A Pizza Party will begin in Bailey Hall, followed by Wreath making.  Bring your pruning shears and your talents!  Pictured below are two of the wonderful creations of the night!

6:00 PM   Deacon Christmas Dinner at home of Sarajane Giere.

Monday, November 30, 2009

  6:00 PM   Maureen’s Haven

  6:45 PM   Pilates (WHB Library)

  7:00 PM    Memorial Service for Ralph Bennett at Follet and Werner Inc Funeral Home (7:00-9:00 PM) with Pastor Peter Sulyok officiating.

Sunday, November 29, 2009: First Sunday of Advent

Orders for the Presbyterian Women Christmas Wreaths are due today!

  8:30 AM   Be part of the Adult Discussion Group! The Adult Discussion Group meets weekly at 8:30 am in the Founder’s Room.

  9:30 AM   Choir Rehearsal

10:00 AM   Worship with Sunday Church School following the Children’s Message.

11:00 AM   Coffee and Fellowship in Parish Hall

11:15 AM   Choir Rehearsal

12:00 PM   AA

  4:00 PM   Middle School Youth Group

  7:00 PM   High School Youth Group

  7:30 PM   AA

Saturday, November 28, 2009

10:00 AM   AA

11:00 AM   Memorial Service to Remember and Celebrate the Life of Bob Hoyt in the sanctuary.

Thursday, November 26, 2009: Thanksgiving Day

Ten Thanksgiving Baskets prepared by our youth groups and the Board of Deacons have been distributed to ten families in the community.

 Pictured above is one view of this year's Fruits of the Harvest Display in the Sanctuary!

Here's wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving! 

The Church Office will be closed Thursday and Friday to celebrate the Thanksgiving Day holiday.

Wednesday, November 25, 2009

  6:00 PM   Nicotine Anonymous

  7:00 PM   AA

Tuesday, November 24, 2009

  9:30 AM   Christmas Bazaar Work Group (CBW)

  9:45 AM   Children’s Music Program (WHB Library Program)

Monday, November 23, 2009

  6:00 PM   Maureen’s Haven

  6:45 PM   Pilates (WHB Library)

Sunday, November 22, 2009: Christ the King/The Realm of Christ Sunday

Enjoy once again this Sunday the Fruits of the Harvest display in our sanctuary as we celebrate Christ the King Sunday with our Thanksgiving Worship Service.

8:30 AM   Be part of the Adult Discussion Group! This morning’s topic is Health Care Reform: A One Week Study.  What are the challenges facing Congress as they debate health-care reform.  With so many differing viewpoints, can we as a nation create common ground for the common good?  The Adult Discussion Group meets weekly at 8:30 am in the Founder’s Room.

   9:30 AM   Choir Rehearsal

 10:00 AM   Thanksgiving Sunday Worship with The Lord’s Supper celebrated for Christ the King Sunday.  The Presbyterian Women’s Thank Offering will be collected and dedicated.  Sunday Church School following the Children’s Message.

11:00 AM   Special Meeting of the Congregation and Corporation will immediately follow worship.  The Nominating Committee will present its slate of candidates for the Elders, Deacons and Trustees and for next year’s Nominating Committee.

11:15 AM   Coffee and Fellowship in Parish Hall

11:15 AM   Choir Rehearsal

12:00 PM   AA

  1:00 PM   Forum on Health Care Reform with Congressman Tim Bishop.

As Presbyterians, we are called to promote justice and equity, to engage in healing and to treat one another with compassion.  Historic inadequacies in our health care system and the     distribution of services through that system leave millions without the means to obtain even the most basic healthy care for themselves and their families.  Some have likened the current Health Care Reform legislation before Congress to the historic legislation on Social Security and Medicare last Century.  Given this current situation, the Session of Westhampton Presbyterian Church invited our Congressman Tim Bishop to share with us his thoughts on Health Care Reform and respond to questions.  A generous turnout of members of the congregation and from community churches attended the special Forum on Health Care Reform.  Congressman Bishop was welcomed by Clerk of Session, Glorya Johnson, and Pastor Peter Sulyok.

 4:00 PM   Middle School Youth Group: Game Night and Fellowship in Bailey Hall through 5:30 PM.

 6:00 PM   High School Youth Group: Baking Thanksgiving Bread for the Deacon’s Baskets at the Klepper Home (2 Clay Pit Road in Remsenburg).  A light dinner will be provided.  The event will end at 7:30 PM.  Call the Kleppers for directions.

  7:30 PM   AA

Saturday, November 21, 2009

10:00 AM   AA

Friday, November 20, 2009

Pastor Peter will be out of the office on Friday.  Please contact Nancy in the Church Office if you need assistance: 631-288-2576.

Thursday, November 19, 2009

10:00 AM   The East End Presbyterian Parish (EEPP) meets in Parish Hall (through 12:00 noon).

Wednesday, November 18, 2009

  6:00 PM   Nicotine Anonymous

  7:00 PM   AA

Tuesday, November 17, 2009

  9:30 AM   Christmas Bazaar Work Group (CBW)

  9:45 AM   Children’s Music Program (WHB Library Program)

  7:00 PM   The Board of Trustees meets this evening in the Founders’ Room.

Monday, November 16, 2009

  6:00 PM   Maureen’s Haven

  6:45 PM   Pilates (WHB Library)

Sunday, November 15, 2009: Stewardship Dedication Sunday

The Fruits of the Harvest display for 2009 is now in the sanctuary through Thanksgiving Sunday, November 22nd.  Come to worship and see it or just drop by!  Below are some photos of this years' display.

  8:30 AM     Be part of the Adult Discussion Group! The Adult Discussion Group meets weekly at 8:30 am in the Founder’s Room.  Today the discussion continues on “What Do Presbyterians Believe?”

  9:00 AM    Special meeting of the Session to meet and greet our new members and to welcome them to WPC!

  9:30 AM   Choir Rehearsal

10:00 AM   Stewardship Dedication Sunday Worship with Sunday Church School following the Children’s Message.  We will also welcome New Members during worship!  The Harvest Display begins this Sunday.  Come and see the fruits of the harvest!

11:00 AM  A special Coffee and Fellowship Time was held in Parish Hall to welcome our new member group into the church family.  Pictured below (left to right) are new members Dorette, Maik and Lisa (with little friend Meme) Jornitz, Ellen and John Goodman, and Barbara Mitchell.  We welcome you to the church family!

11:15 AM   Choir Rehearsal

11:30 AM   Middle School and High School Youth meet to collect food for the Deacon’s Thanksgiving Baskets at area stores.  Below is a photo of the youth as they collected food this past Sunday.  More photos of the youth are on the Youth Web-page...  Thanks to all who donated!

12:00 PM   AA

  7:30 PM   AA

Saturday, November 14, 2009

10:00 AM   AA

11:00 AM   Dedication of Habitat for Humanity House in Westhampton Beach

Friday, November 13, 2009

Pastor Peter will be out of the office on Friday.  Please contact Nancy in the Church Office if you need assistance: 631-288-2576.

Thursday, November 12, 2009

  5:00 PM   Teen Book Club

  6:00 PM   Harvest Dinner/REACH Presentation

Wednesday, November 11, 2009

  6:00 PM   Nicotine Anonymous

  7:00 PM   AA

Tuesday, November 10, 2009

  9:30 AM   Christmas Bazaar Work Group (CBW)

  9:45 AM   Children’s Music Program (WHB Library)

  7:00 PM   The Session meets this evening.

Monday, November 9, 2009

  6:00 PM   Maureen’s Haven

6:45 PM     Pilates (WHB Library)

Sunday, November 8, 2009

8:30 AM   Be part of the Adult Discussion Group! The Adult Discussion Group meets weekly at 8:30 am in the Founder’s Room.

  8:30 AM   Presbyterians 101 (Part 3 of 3)

  9:30 AM   Choir Rehearsal

10:00 AM   Worship with Sunday Church School following the Children’s Message.

11:00 AM   Coffee and Fellowship in Parish Hall: Don't forget to sign up for the Annual Harvest Dinner on Thursday, November 12th at 6:00 PM.  Call the Church Office if you forget to sign up: 288-2576. 

11:15 AM   Choir Rehearsal

12:00 PM   AA

  4:00 PM   Middle School Youth Group

  7:00 PM   High School Youth Group

  7:30 PM   AA

Saturday, November 7, 2009

10:00 AM   AA

Friday, November 6, 2009

Pastor Peter will be out of the office on Friday.  Please contact Nancy in the Church Office if you need assistance: 631-288-2576.

Wednesday, November 4, 2009

12:00 PM   Presbyterian Women’s Luncheon: all women of the church welcome!

  6:00 PM   Nicotine Anonymous

  7:00 PM   AA

Tuesday, November 3, 2009

9:30 AM   Christmas Bazaar Group: come out and enjoy making crafts for the sale!

   9:45 AM  Children’s Music Program (WHB Library)

7:00 PM   The Board of Deacons meets this evening in the Founders’ Room.

 Sunday, November 1, 2009: All Saints Day

Remember to turn your clocks back!  Daylight Savings Time Ends

8:30 AM   “Spiritual Conversations” led by Valerie O’Brien meets the first Sunday of each month around the Kitchen Table.

 8:30 AM   Presbyterian 101 (Part 2 of 3)  Everything you always wanted to know about WPC and the PC(USA)!  This is a time for guests at WPC to explore what being a Presbyterian is, what they believe and what they do! 

   9:30 AM   Choir Rehearsal 

10:00 AM   Worship with special All Saints Day Communion.   Sunday Church School following the Children’s Message.

 11:00 AM   Coffee and Fellowship in Parish Hall

 11:15 AM   Choir Rehearsal

 12:00 PM   AA

   4:00 PM   Middle School Youth Group

   7:00 PM   High School Youth Group

   7:30 PM   AA

Friday, October 30, 2009

Pastor Peter will be out of the office on Friday.  Please contact Nancy in the Church Office if you need assistance: 631-288-2576.

Saturday, October 31, 2009

10:00 AM   AA

 Thursday, October 29, 2009

7:30 PM   Enjoy coffee and dessert as we gather for the Mission Vision Conversation on the topic: What Does It Mean to Live into WPC Mission Today?

Wednesday, October 28, 2009

  9:30 AM   Mother Goose (WHB Library Program)

  6:00 PM   Nicotine Anonymous

  7:00 PM   AA

Tuesday, October 27, 2009

9:30 AM   Christmas Bazaar Work Group meets to do crafts.  All invited.

Monday, October 26, 2009

Visiting Hours for John Bachman will be held at the Follett & Werner, Inc. Funeral Home (60 Mill Road in Westhampton Beach) today at 2:00-4:00 PM and 7:00-9:00 PM with the Fireman’s Service at 7:30 PM.  The Memorial Service for John Bachman will be held at the Westhampton Presbyterian Church sanctuary at 11:00 AM Tuesday.  A reception will follow at the Westhampton Fire Department in the Fire House.

  6:45 PM   Pilates (WHB Library Program)

  7:00 PM   Elizabeth Circle meets at the home of Marilyn Wood.  Members attending the Bachman Visiting Hours are encouraged to attend the Circle afterwards.

  7:00 PM

Sunday, October 25, 2009

8:30 AM   Be part of the Adult Discussion Group!  The Adult Discussion Group meets weekly at 8:30 am in the Founder’s Room.  The topic today will be “Hospitality and Being a "Welcoming Church” and they will spend some time exploring future discussion topics.

  8:30 AM   Presbyterian 101 is a group especially for our guests who are interested in learning more about who Presbyterians are, what they believe, and what they do. 

   9:30 AM  Choir Rehearsal

10:00 AM   Worship with Sunday Church School following the Children’s Message.

11:15 AM   Choir Rehearsal

Fall Clean-up is for anyone who would like to assist in cleaning up the place and preparing the church buildings for the colder weather.  A special lunch is provided for all who assist.  Join in!  Come in your serious work clothes!

Maureen’s Haven Orientation and Training Meeting will meet in the Conference Room outside the Pastor’s Office.

After worship gather with coffee for the Mission Vision Conversation on the topic: Where Are We Going with Christian Education and Youth Ministry—Children, Youth and Adult Faith Formation?  This group will meet in Bailey Hall.

 12:00 PM   AA

 1:15 PM     Middle School Mission Project at Westhampton Care Center.

   7:30 PM   AA

 Saturday, October24, 2009

9:00 AM   Presbytery of Long Island meets at the First Presbyterian Church in Hempstead.

10:00 AM AA 

  7:00 PM “Dark Surroundings” Ghost Stories (Library)

Friday, October 23, 2009

  9:30 AM   Children’s Music (Library)

Pastor Peter will be out of the office on Friday.  Please contact Nancy in the Church Office if you need assistance: 631-288-2576.

Thursday, October 22, 2009

WPC YOUTH LOCK IN THIS SATURDAY, October 24th!

• Meet in Bailey Hall, for a "Make-your-own" pizza dinner, at 5:00pm.

• Board church bus,  leave for SPOOKY WALK at 6:00pm

• Spooky Walk... approximately 7:00-9:00pm

• Return to church for 9:30pm

• Not interested in the spooky walk? Join us at 9:30 for lock in fun!

• Lock-in... 9:30 to Midnight... ALL YOUTH!

  1:00 PM   Bridge Group (Library)

    5:00 PM  Teen Book Club (Library)

Wednesday, October 21, 2009

  6:00 PM   Nicotine Anonymous

  7:00 PM   AA

Tuesday, October 20, 2009

  9:30 AM   Christmas Bazaar Group

12:30 PM   Westhampton Women’s Club

  7:00 PM   The Board of Trustees meets in the Founders’ Room

Monday, October 19, 2009

  6:45 PM    Pilates (Library)

  7:00 PM    Nominations Committee 

Sunday, October 18, 2009

8:30 AM   The Adult Discussion Group invites you to John Calvin: His Life and Legacy, a film and discussion series with Pastor Peter in Founders’ Room.  This week will see a video and discuss “The Legacy of John Calvin.”  Join the discussion!

  9:30 AM   Choir Rehearsal

10:00 AM   Worship with Sunday Church School following the Children’s Message.

11:15 AM   Choir Rehearsal

11:15 AM   CROP Walk 2009 begins immediately after worship.

12:00 PM   AA

  7:30 PM   AA

Saturday, October 17, 2009

  9:30 AM   Memorial and Endowment Committee

10:00 AM   AA

Friday, October 16, 2009

  9:30 AM   Children’s Music (Library)

Pastor Peter will be out of the office on Friday.  Please contact Nancy in the Church Office if you need assistance: 631-288-2576.

Thursday, October 15, 2009

Today is the deadline for articles for the November Tidings.

1:00 PM     Bridge (Library)

7:00 PM    Tonight is the second of four Opportunities for Mission Vision Conversation. This evening the topic is Worship and Church Life—the Spiritual and Social sides of our Life Together.  Some members of the Mission Vision Team will initiate a conversation and offer your thoughts and concerns as a part of their final report.  Coffee and a snack will be provided.

 Wednesday, October 14, 2009

12:00 PM   Presbyterian Women Luncheon

  6:00 PM   Nicotine Anonymous

  7:00 PM   AA

Tuesday, October 13, 2009

  9:30 AM   Christmas Bazaar Workgroup

12:30 PM   Westhampton Women’s Club

  7:00 PM   The Session meets this evening in the Founders’ Room.

Monday, October 12, 2009: Columbus Day

The Church Office will be closed for Columbus Day.

  6:45 PM   Pilates (Library)

Sunday, October 11, 2009

  8:30 AM   The Adult Discussion Group invites you to John Calvin: His Life and Legacy, a film and discussion series with Pastor Peter in Founders’ Room.  This week will see a video and discuss “Calvin and Culture and Calvin on the Social Order.”  Join the discussion! 

  9:30 AM   Choir Rehearsal

 10:00 AM   Worship with Sunday Church School following the Children’s Message.

 11:15 AM   Choir Rehearsal

 12:00 PM   AA

   7:30 PM   AA

 Saturday, October 10, 2009

10:00 AM   AA

1:00 PM   Our best wishes are with Cheri LeBleu and Dave Bennetts as they exchange wedding vows in the Quogue Chapel.

Friday, October 9, 2009

  9:30 AM   Children's Music (Library)

Pastor Peter will be out of the office on Friday.  Please contact Nancy in the Church Office if you need assistance: 631-288-2576.

Thursday, October 8, 2009

  1:00 PM   Bridge (Library)

  5:00 PM   Teen Book Club (Library)

Wednesday, October 7, 2009

  6:00 PM   Nicotine Anonymous

  7:00 PM   AA

Tuesday, October 6, 2009

  9:30 AM   Christmas Bazaar Group

  7:00 PM   The Board of Deacons meets this evening in the Deacon’s Room.  Below the Gale and Peter have just completed installing hand-rails for Elenore Beckner as part of the Deacon's caring ministry.

Monday, October 5, 2009

  2:00 PM   Westhampton Garden Club

  6:45 PM   Pilates (Library)

  7:00 PM   Cooking with Pumpkins (Library)

Sunday, October 4, 2009: World Communion Sunday

8:30 AM    Spiritual Conversations with the leadership of Valerie O’Brien.  Each First Sunday of the Month, Valerie and the group around the “kitchen table” enjoy a challenging               discussion and a delicious treat.  Join in the fun!

10:00 AM   World Communion Sunday with special guest Robert Hunter—our guest presenter at the Annual Peacemaking Luncheon (see below)--preaching on "Missionary Stew."  Sunday Church School following the Children’s Message.

11:30 AM   Peacemaking Luncheon with Bob Hunter, special guest presenter, on How to Change the World: Faith Moving Mountains.  Join us for lunch and a discussion on how to really get something done.  We willl look at some astonishing examples of faith that moved mountains, using the fight against human trafficking--historical and contemporary--as our example.  The inspiring story of two young people who "took up the cross and followed" will serve as our springboard into a discussion about what we are called to as Christians in mission to the world.  We guarantee that you'll have more to chew on than lunch!

Elder Bob Hunter, Guest Preacher and Presenter at the Peacemaking Luncheon.

12:30 PM    Middle School Corn Maze: Departing immediately following the Peacemaking Brunch, the Church Bus will leave for the Corn Maze and all Barnyard Adventures: chauffered train ride, bikes/all terrain vehicles designed for youth, petting zoo, egg hatchery and more all for one $10.00 fee.  Permission slips will be available Sunday and remember to bring a friend.  RSVP to Kleppers ASAP to ensure a seat on the bus.  Optional pumpkin picking and roasted corn will have additional fees should you choose them.

12:00 PM   AA

  7:30 PM   AA

Saturday, October 3, 2009

10:00 AM   AA

  2:00 PM    "The Backyard Chicken" (WHB Library Program)

Friday, October 2, 2009

Pastor Peter will be out of the office on Friday.  Please contact Nancy in the Church Office if you need assistance: 631-288-2576.  

  9:30 AM    Children's Music (WHB Library Program)

Thursday, October 1, 2009

10:00 AM    WH Women's Club Board Meeting

  1:00 PM   Bridge (WHB Library Program)

Wednesday, September 30, 2009

  6:00 PM   Nicotine Anonymous 

  7:00 PM   AA

                    "Sugar Blues" (WHB Library Program)

Tuesday, September 29, 2009

It’s not too late to register for the Annual Peacemaking Luncheon on Sunday, October 4^th, following worship with special presentation by Robert Hunter.  The catered meal is offered at no charge as we honor our guest preacher and presenter.  Be sure to register in advance so we know how much food to prepare.  Call the Church Office: 288-2576.

  10:00 AM    Children's Music (WHB Library Program)

Monday, September 28, 2009

  6:45 PM    Pilates (WHB Library Program)

  7:00 PM   Elizabeth Circle with special guest Medical Missionary Dr. Magda Iskander will speak at the meeting tonight.  She is a Presbyterian medical missionary based in Cairo, Egypt , where she tackles the seemingly impossible challenge to assist marginalized people to receive medical care.  Call the Church Office (288-2576) for directions to Sarajane Giere’s home where the group will meet.

Sunday, September 27, 2009

  8:30 AM   The Adult Discussion Group invites you to John Calvin: His Life and Legacy, a film and discussion series with Pastor Peter in Founders’ Room.  This week will see a video and discuss “Calvin on the Church and Calvin on the Human Condition.”  Join the discussion!

9:30 AM   Choir Rehearsal meets before and after worship.  Start the year with this fund and caring group!  Join the choir.

 10:00 AM   Worship this Sunday with The Reverend Jeannine Frenzel, preaching.  There will be the Ordination and Installation of our youth Elder, Deacon and Trustee.  Sunday Church School following the Children’s Message.

 11:15 AM   Choir Rehearsal

 12:00 PM   AA

   7:30 PM   AA

 Saturday, September 26, 2009

  9:00 AM   Rummage Sale—doors open until 12:00 noon;  Today is the special “bag day.”

10:00 AM   AA

Friday, September 25, 2009

  9:00 AM   Rummage Sale—Doors Open until 4:00 PM.!

Pastor Peter will be out of the office on Friday.  Please contact Nancy in the Church Office if you need assistance: 631-288-2576.

Thursday, September 24, 2009

  5:00 PM   Teen Book Club (WHB Library Program)

7:00 PM   Special WPC Members and Friends Opening Preview Sale.

Wednesday, September 23, 2009

  6:00 PM   Nicotine Anonymous

  7:00 PM   AA

Tuesday, September 22, 2009: Native American Day

You are invited to help sort and price for the Rummage Sale throughout the day.

  9:30 AM   Christmas Bazaar Workgroup

10:00 AM   Children’s Music (WHB Library Program)

Monday, September 21, 2009

You are invited to help set-up for the Rummage Sale throughout the day.

  6:45 PM   Pilates (WHB Library Program)

Sunday, September 20, 2009

  8:30 AM   The Adult Discussion Group invites you to John Calvin: His Life and Legacy, a film and discussion series with Pastor Peter in Founders’ Room.  This week will see a video and discuss “Calvin on the Character of God and on the Person and Work of Jesus Christ.”  Join the discussion!

  9:30 AM   Choir Rehearsal meets prior and following worship

10:00 AM   Worship with Sunday Church School following the Children’s Message.

11:15 AM   Choir Rehearsal

 11:15 AM   Rummage Sale Set-Up—Plan to stay a little while after church to assist with the set-up of the Fall Rummage Sale.  All are invited to help set-up the tables and carry the clothing and sale items to the tables for sorting during the week.  The Rummage Sale will be on Friday, September 25, from 9:00 AM—4:00 PM and with a Bag Sale on Saturday, September 26, from 9:00AM—12:00 noon.

 12:00 PM   AA

   4:30 PM   Youth Family Pot-Luck Cook-Out.  The Fall Youth Group Schedule will be shaped with our new Youth Coordinators Gail and Mark Klepper.  All Youth Group families are invited to this Cook-Out where Youth Ministries will provide the meat to be grilled and the sodas.  Please bring either a salad, side dish, chips or dessert to share.

The Middle School and High School Youth Groups enjoy a barbeque meal with many sides as new Youth Coordinators Gail and Mark Klepper and Youth Assistant Coordinator Karen Diers lead the youth in activities and event planning. See other photos on the WPC Youth Web Page.

   7:30 PM   AA

Saturday, September 19, 2009

9:30 AM   Presbytery of Long Island Re-Visioning Retreat at Central Presbyterian Church in Huntingdon.

 10:00 AM  AA

  6:00 PM   Dinner on the Deck at the home of Tom and Jane Otis.  The Dinner on the Deck was a huge success with wonderful conversation "on the deck" and a delicious gourmet     meal pleasing all who attended.  Below are some photos of the event.

Friday, September 18, 2009

Pastor Peter will be out of the office on Friday.  Please contact Nancy in the Church Office if you need assistance: 631-288-2576.

Thursday, September 17, 2009

10:00 AM   East End Presbyterian Parish meets at the Presbyterian Church in Springs.  Come in work clothes as the group will assist in a water damage clean-up as well as hold the regular meeting.

  2:00 PM   Mabel Anderson Birthday Party (WCC)

Wednesday, September 16, 2009

   9:30 AM  Mother Goose (WHB Library Program)

  6:00 PM   Nicotine Anonymous

  7:00 PM   AA

Tuesday, September 15, 2009

  9:30 AM   Christmas Bazaar Workshop begins meeting for the fall.

10:00 AM   Children’s Music (WHB Library Program)

                   Adult Yoga (WHB Library Program)

11:00 AM   Meditation (WHB Library Program)

  7:00 PM   Trustees meet this evening in the Conference Room

                    Session meets this evening at in the Founders’ Room.

Monday, September 14, 2009

  4:30 PM   Children’s Yoga (WHB Library Program)

  6:45 PM   Pilates (WHB Library Program)

Sunday, September 13, 2009

  8:30 AM   Be part of the Adult Discussion Group! Today begins John Calvin: His Life and Legacy.  This five-part series starts with a look at Calvin and his context.  The Adult Discussion Group meets weekly at 8:30 am in the Founder’s Room.

  9:30 AM   Choir Rehearsal

10:00 AM   Worship with Christian Educator’s Commissioning for Sunday Church School following the Children’s Message.  The Lord’s Supper will also be celebrated.

11:15 AM   Choir Rehearsal

11:15 AM   Christian Education Ministry

11:30 AM   Youth Ministry

12:00 PM   AA

  7:30 PM   AA

Saturday, September 12, 2009

10:00 AM   AA

  1:00 PM   Children’s Art (WHB Library Program)

Friday, September 11, 2009

Pastor Peter will be out of the office on Friday.  Please contact Nancy in the Church Office if you need assistance: 631-288-2576.

Thursday, September 10, 2009

  5:00 PM   Teen Book and Movie Program (WHB Library Program)

Wednesday, September 9, 2009

  9:30 AM   Mother Goose (WHB Library Program)

12:00 PM   Presbyterian Women (PW) started off the fall with their monthly Luncheon in Parish Hall.  Marge Beckwith and Gale Spaulding led the business part of the meeting. The special program of the month was a report on the National Presbyterian Women Triennium meeting this past July in Louisville.  Gale Spaulding and Nancy Miller offered their reports as the representatives of Westhampton Presbyterian Church and its PW Group.

  6:00 PM   Nicotine Anonymous

  7:00 PM   Nominating Committee meets in the Conference Room

  7:00 PM   AA

Tuesday, September 8, 2009

11:00 AM   A Memorial Service Celebrating the Life of Stephen Payne Smith, member of Westhampton Presbyterian Church and current Chief of Westhampton Beach Fire Department.  The Reverend Peter Sulyok will be officiating with the assistance of The Reverend Trey McAnelly.  Below are scenes from the Westhampton Beach Fire Department funeral procession as the casket was brought with ceremony to the sanctuary of Stephen's church for the worship service remembering and celebrating Stephen's life.

Monday, September 7, 2009: Labor Day

Visiting hours for Stephen Payne Smith will be held at the  Follett & Werner, Inc. Funeral Home at the following times today: 2:00-4:00 PM and 7:00-9:00 PM.  The funeral will be held in the sanctuary of Westhampton Presbyterian Church on Tuesday at 11:00 AM with The Reverend Peter Sulyok officiating with the assistance of The Reverend Trey McAnelly.

The Church Office will be closed on Labor Day.

Sunday, September 6, 2009

Pastor Peter will be back in the pulpit this Sunday, returning from Study Leave and Vacation.  

  9:00 AM   Worship at the Quogue Chapel  

10:15 AM   Worship at the Quiogue Sanctuary  

12:00 PM   AA  

  7:30 PM   AA

Saturday, September 5, 2009

10:00 AM   AA

Thursday, September 3, 2009

12:00 PM    Tai Chi (WH Library Program)

Wednesday, September 2, 2009

    6:00 PM   Nicotine Anonymous

   7:00 PM   AA

Tuesday, September 1, 2009

  7:00 PM     Deacons

Monday, August 31, 2009

10:00 AM    Children's Program (WH Library Program)

Sunday, August 30, 2009

  9:00 AM   Worship at the Quogue Chapel: Glorya Johnson, preaching  

10:15 AM   Worship at the Quiogue Sanctuary: Glorya Johnson, preaching  

11:30 AM   Church Life Ministry to meet in the Founders’ Room to discuss fall events.  Join the team and share your ideas!  

12:00 PM   AA  

  7:30 PM   AA

Saturday, August 29, 2009

10:00 AM   AA

6:00 PM     “Dinner on the Deck”—If If you missed it last year, you won’t want to miss it this year!  Tom and Jane Otis and the Fund-Raising Team invite you to the Second Annual “Dinner on the Deck” this evening from 6:00—10:00 PM.  Building on last year’s fun event, drinks and cocktails will be served on the deck.  A multiple course meal will follow as those gathered leisurely enjoy each other’s company around the tables.

Friday, August 28, 2009

  9:00 AM    Sr. Aerobics (WH Library Program)

10:00 AM    Children's Program (WH Library Program)

Thursday, August 27, 2009

12:00 PM    Sr. Tai Chi (WH Library Program)

Wednesday, August 26, 2009

   2:00 PM   Bridge (WH Library Program)

   6:00 PM   Nicotine Anonymous 

   7:00 PM   AA  

  7:30 PM   Christian Education Ministry meets in the Conference Room.  All Sunday School teachers and Youth Ministry members invited.

Monday, August 24, 2009

10:00 AM    Children's Program (WH Library Program)

  6:45 PM    Pilates (WH Library Program)

Sunday, August 23, 2009

  9:00 AM   Worship at the Quogue Chapel

10:15 AM   Worship at the Quiogue Sanctuary

11:15 AM   Mission Ministry meets in the Founders’ Room

12:00 PM   AA

  7:30 PM   AA

Saturday, August 22, 2009

10:00 AM   AA

4:00 PM   The Quiogue Association meets in Parish Hall for their Annual Meeting

Friday, August 21, 2009: Islamic Ramadan Begins (lasts 40 days)

  9:00 AM   Senior Aerobics (WHB Library)

  9:30 AM   Children’s Program (WHB Library)

10:00 AM   Children’s Program (WHB Library)

Thursday, August 20, 2009

12:00 PM   Sr. Tai Chi (WHB Library Program)

Wednesday, August 19, 2009

  1:00 PM   Bridge (WHB Library Program)

  6:00 PM   Nicotine Anonymous

  7:00 PM   AA

  7:30 PM   Faithful Travel Series (with Rick Steves and Glorya Johnson). 

Faithful Travel Group to South Central Los Angeles

Wednesday at 7:30 PM in the Conference Room of the Failing Wing

“In the City for Good”

The final trip of the summer will take special guest Rick Steves and Glorya Johnson

To visit South Central Los Angeles

on a thoughtful tour of urban ministry.

For all who wish you were traveling this summer,

but find yourself at home—travel to South Los Angeles!

Tuesday, August 18, 2009

10:00 AM   Cooking Program (WHB Library Program)

  2:00 PM   Cooking Program (WHB Library Program)

7:00 PM     The Board of Trustees meets in the Founders’ Room.

7:00 PM     The Mission Vision Team meets in the Conference Room.

Pastor Peter’s Vacation and Study Leave: Pastor Peter will be away for one week of Study Leave to attend the annual meeting of the “Synod of the Waldensian and Methodist Church 2009” in Torre Pellice (near Turin, Italy) from Saturday, August 22-28, 2009.  He will be attending as the official representative (in his role as President) of the American Waldensian Society.  He will be away on vacation August 19-21 and August 29-September 4, 2009.  Please contact Glorya Johnson, Clerk of Session, or the Church Office—631-288-2576—for pastoral emergencies.

Monday, August 17, 2009

Go see the photos of the WPC "Hawaiian Luau"!  They have been posted on Saturday, August 8th.

10:00 AM   Children’s Program (WHB Library Program)

11:00 AM   Children’s Program (WHB Library Program)

  7:00 PM    Nominating Committee meets in the Conference Room.

Sunday, August 16, 2009

Come to the “Bagel Breakfast” this Sunday!

Enjoy breakfast with your church family this Sunday, August 16^th between the services!

It will be the final Bagel Breakfast of the summer.

9:50-10:25 AM in Parish Hall

The 9:00 AM Quogue Chapel worship will end a little early next week to “caravan” to the main church (90 Meeting House Road) for a Bagel Breakfast.

Bagels provided at no charge!

Join in on this great opportunity to bring our two summer worshipping communities together.

Worship at the Main Church will begin ten minutes late to allow some good fellowship time together!

The second service will begin at 10:25 AM and will be shortened as well.

  9:00 AM   Worship at the Quogue Chapel

  9:50 AM   Bagel Breakfast at the Church!

10:25 AM   Worship at the Quiogue Sanctuary

12:00 PM   AA

  7:30 PM   AA

Saturday, August 15, 2009

10:00 AM   AA

Friday, August 14, 2009

10:00 AM   Children’s Program (WHB Library Program)

Pastor Peter will be out of the office on Friday.  Please contact Nancy in the Church Office if you need assistance: 631-288-2576.

Thursday, August 13, 2009

12:00 PM   Senior Tai Chi (WHB Library Program)

  5:30 PM   Siller/King Wedding at Quogue Chapel

Wednesday, August 12, 2009

  2:00 PM   Cooking Program (WHB Library Program)

  4:30 PM   Wedding Rehearsal at the Quogue Chapel

  6:00 PM   Nicotine Anonymous

  7:00 PM   AA

  7:30 PM   Faithful Travel Series at the Manse (with Rick Steves and Pastor Peter). 

Faithful Travel Group to Visit Papua New Guinea

Wednesday at 7:30 PM at the Manse

“Weaving a Global Neighborhood”

This week our journey will take Pastor Peter (and special guest Rick Steves)

To visit Papua New Guinea to meet a thriving local congregation

And be connected to the larger global community.

For all who wish you were traveling this summer,

but find yourself at home—travel to the Manse and beyond!

Tuesday, August 11, 2009

10:00 AM   Cooking Program (WHB Library Program)

  7:00 PM   The Session meets this evening in the Founders’ Room.

Monday, August 10, 2009

10:00 AM   Children’s Program (WHB Library Program)

Sunday, August 9, 2009

  9:00 AM   Worship at the Quogue Chapel

10:15 AM   Worship at the Quiogue Sanctuary

12:00 PM   AA

  7:30 PM   AA

Saturday, August 8, 2009

10:00 AM   AA

  2:00 PM   Bring Your Friends to the “Hawaiian Luau”!  Come to a party atmosphere—“Hawaiian Luau”— today from 2:00—7:00 PM, around the patio and pool and the home of Vern Hackworth and Tim Eufrasio, 5 Chestnut Street, in Brookhaven Hamlet.  The gathering will be a relaxed time to enjoy fellowship together.  Come early and stay long or just drop by at anytime during the day for a good meal and conversation.  Vern and Tim will provide all the food and beer and wine for one fee ($25.00) at the door or in advance by tickets available in the Church Office: 8:30 AM—1:00 PM.  Bring your swim suit if you wish!

Relax with Friends at the

 WPC Hawaiian Luau!

Saturday, August 8, from 2:00-7:00 PM

Friday, August 7, 2009

  9:30 AM   Children’s Program (WHB Library Program)

  10:00 AM Children’s Program (WHB Library Program)

Pastor Peter will be out of the office on Friday.  Please contact Nancy in the Church Office if you need assistance: 631-288-2576.

Thursday, August 6, 2009

12:00 PM   Senior Tai Chi (WHB Library Program)

Wednesday, August 5, 2009

  2:00 PM   Bridge (WHB Library Program)

  6:00 PM   Nicotine Anonymous

  7:00 PM   AA

  7:00 PM   Astronomy Program (WHB Library Program)

  7:30 PM   Faithful Travel Video Series at the Manse (with Rick Steves and Pastor Peter).  This evening we will travel throughout the Eastern Mediterranean.  “The Life of Apostle Paul” is a journey through Turkey and Greece to introduce the Apostle Paul—Christianity’s greatest theologian and missionary. 

Tuesday, August 4, 2009

10:00 AM   Cooking Program (WHB Library Program)

  7:00 PM   The Board of Deacons meets this evening in the Deacons’ Room.

Monday, August 3, 2009

10:00 AM   Children’s Program (WHB Library Program)

Sunday, August 2, 2009

  9:00 AM   Worship at the Quogue Chapel

10:15 AM   Worship at the Quiogue Sanctuary

 12:00 PM   AA

   7:30 PM   AA

Saturday, August 1, 2009

10:00 AM   AA

  4:00 PM    Memorial Service for Margaret "Peggy" Gilbert Stanton, at 3 Ocean Avenue, Quogue, The Reverend Peter Sulyok, officiating.

Friday, July 31, 2009

  9:00 AM   Senior Aerobics (WHB Library Program)

10:00 AM   Children’s Program (WHB Library Program)

Pastor Peter will be out of the office on Friday.  Please contact Nancy in the Church Office if you need assistance: 631-288-2576.

Thursday, July 30, 2009

12:00 PM   Senior Tai Chi (WHB Library Program)

Wednesday, July 29, 2009

  2:00 PM   Bridge (WHB Library Program)

  6:00 PM   Nicotine Anonymous

 7:00 PM   AA

  7:30 PM   Faithful Travel Video Series at the Manse (with Rick Steves and Pastor Peter).  Our travel this evening takes us through Germany.  “Opening the Door to Luther is a video journey through Lutherland!  Travel with Rick from Eisleben where Luther was born to the university town of Wittenberg where he taught and preached. After a pilgrimage south to the Vatican in Rome, the video follows the tumultuous events of the Reformation at Worms, Erfurt, Eisenach, Marburg and Augsburg.  

Tuesday, July 28, 2009

The Lohneiss family has provided a link on the CaringBridge website so that we can follow Kristen's steady progress to full recovery.  Updates on her healing will be updated regularly on the site.  You can log on to the website by clicking on (or copying and pasting) this link: https://www.caringbridge.org/visit/krlohneiss

Please remember Kristen and her family in your prayers.

Sunday, July 26, 2009

  9:00 AM   Worship at the Quogue Chapel

10:15 AM   Worship at the Quiogue Sanctuary

12:00 PM   AA

  7:30 PM   AA

Saturday, July 25, 2009

The Summer Treasure Sale was a wonderful time for all and brought in some $2,000 for Presbyterian Women and their mission work.  Thanks to all who helped with leadership, sorting, staging and, of course, the heavy work!  Here are some photos of the day:

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10:00 AM   Summer Treasure Sale (sponsored by Presbyterian Women).  Be sure to drop by for Treasures, Treats, Toys and Eats!

10:00 AM   AA

  2:00 PM   Memorial Service for Clara Culver Hulse at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church on Main Street.  A reception will follow.

Friday, July 24, 2009

  9:00 AM   Senior Aerobics (WHB Library Program

  9:30 AM   Children’s Program (WHB Library Program

  4:00 PM   Children’s Program (WHB Library Program

Pastor Peter will be out of the office on Friday.  Please contact Nancy in the Church Office if you need assistance: 631-288-2576.

Thursday, July 23, 2009

12:00 PM   Sr. Tai Chi (WHB Library Program)

Wednesday, July 22, 2009

  6:00 PM    Nicotine Anonymous

  6:00 PM    Cooking Class (WHB Library Program)

  7:00 PM   AA

    7:30 PM   Faithful Travel Video Series at the Manse (with Rick Steves and Pastor Peter).  Tonight we will have an introduction to faithful traveling.  How we travel—like the rest of our life—can bring Christ’s good news to the places you visit as well as the people whom you encounter.  We will share our own travel style and share and learn from each other.

Tuesday, July 21, 2009

The Board of Trustees meets this evening at 7:00 pm in the Founders’ Room.

Monday, July 20, 2009

  8:30 AM-1:00 PM      Preparations for the Summer Treasure Sale to be held this Saturday, 10:00 AM-2:00 PM, will be done.  Call the Church Office if you would like to help: 288-2576.

  7:00 PM        Cooking Class (WHB Library Program)

Sunday, July 19, 2009

  9:00 AM   Worship at the Quogue Chapel

  9:50 AM   Bagel Breakfast between worship services at the Church!

10:25 AM   Worship at the Quiogue Sanctuary

12:00 PM   AA

  3:30 PM   Danielle Mendola and Bryan Keller Wedding at the Quogue Chapel.

  7:30 PM   AA

Saturday, July 18, 2009

  9:30 AM     The Memorial and Endowment Committee will meet today from 9:30—11:00 AM in the Founders Room for their summer meeting.  They will review the church’s investments and manage the funds as well as review a revision in policy for the M&E Committee that Session is currently considering.

10:00 AM   AA

Friday, July 17, 2009

Join the Church Family at a Bagel Breakfast this Sunday!  This will be the third summer of Bagel Breakfasts to bring our Quogue Chapel worshippers together with our Quiogue Sanctuary worshippers.  Very popular the past two summers, we have one scheduled for this Sunday and August 16^th at 9:50 AM.  The Quogue Chapel 9:00 AM service will end ten minutes early and the Quiogue Sanctuary Service will begin ten minutes later than the usual 10:15 AM time.  This allows a good half hour for reconnecting and fellowship during the joint “Bagel Breakfasts” as we bring both worshipping communities together.  See you there!

Pastor Peter will be out of the office on Friday.  Please contact Nancy in the Church Office if you need assistance: 631-288-2576.

Wednesday, July 15, 2009

12:00 PM   Deadline for the WPC Scholarship Applications.  Memorial Scholarship applications are available in the Church Office.  The deadline for applying is today at noon after which the Memorial Scholarship Committee will meet to review the applications and dispense the monies.

  6:00 PM   Nicotine Anonymous

  7:00 PM   AA

Sunday, July 12, 2009

We welcome to our pulpit, as our guest preacher this Sunday, The Reverend Nancy Jennings, at both the Quogue Chapel and the Quiogue Church.  A longtime resident of Quogue and New York City, she is currently the Interim Pastor at Community Presbyterian Church in Merrick, Long Island.  Along with worship leadership, Nancy will administer The Lord’s Supper during both services.  We welcome her "home."

  9:00 AM   Worship at the Quogue Chapel

10:15 AM   Worship at the Quiogue Sanctuary

12:00 PM   AA

  7:30 PM   AA

Saturday, July 11, 2009

10:00 AM   AA

12:30 PM   Linda Howard and John Kloepfer wedding.  Our best wishes to our Music Director and Organist and her beau!

PW Churchwide Gathering begins in Louisville: Nancy Miller and Gale Spaulding will be representing WPC at the 2009 Churchwide Gathering of Presbyterian Women in Louisville, KY, from July 11-15, 2009.  The theme at this year’s Triennium’s Gathering is: “God Will Do Wonders Among You.”  It comes from the scripture: “Sanctify yourselves; for tomorrow the LORD will do wonders among you.” (Joshua 3:5 (NRSV, adapted).  We wish them well as they travel to and from Louisville and experience the many stimulating programs, speakers and workshops.

REACH Youth Mission WorkCampers return.  They will phone the parents roughly one-half hour before arrival at the WPC parking lot.  Welcome back and thanks for sharing God’s love in the Niagara Falls area!

Friday, July 10, 2009

  9:00 AM   Senior Aerobics (WHB Library)

  9:30 AM   Children’s Program (WHB Library)

  4:00 PM   Children’s Program (WHB Library)

Summer Church Office Hours: 8:30 AM-1:00 PM.  Please contact Nancy in the Church Office if you need assistance: 631-288-2576.

Thursday, July 9, 2009

  7:00 PM     Adult Program (WHB Library Program)

Pastor Peter will be on vacation beginning today for a week.  If there is a pastoral emergency, please contact Nancy at the Church Office (288-2576) and she will provide contact information for the Pastor “on-call.” 

Wednesday, July 8, 2009

  6:00 PM   Nicotine Anonymous

  7:00 PM   AA

Monday, July 6, 2009

WPC Scholarships Applications Available!  One week left to apply!  Memorial Scholarship applications are available in the Church Office.  The deadline for applying is July 15^th after which the Memorial Scholarship Committee will meet to review the applications and dispense the monies.

Sunday, July 5, 2009

  9:00 AM   Worship at the Quogue Chapel

10:15 AM   Worship at the Quiogue Sanctuary

12:00 PM   AA

  7:30 PM   AA

Saturday, July 4, 2009

Happy Independence Day!

10:00 AM   AA

Friday, July 3, 2009

5:30 AM     Youth leave on the REACH Youth WorkCamp Mission Trip to Niagara Falls, NY.  Up with the birds, REACH participants gather for the Annual REACH Send-Off Photo and gather in the prayer circle and receive their prayer bracelets.  The Church Bus and the Van are loaded and the group is off! 

The 11^th Annual REACH Youth Mission Trip left the Westhampton Presbyterian Church parking lot at 5:30 AM on Friday, July 3^rd for Niagara Falls, NY, and will return on Saturday, July 11^th.  Fourteen youth and four advisors—a total of 18—are participating this summer.  All were commissioned on Sunday, June 28^th, during the 10:15 AM worship.

The fourteen youth include: Michael Baird, Gregory Campos, Kristina Carter, Julia Christ, Joanna DeLeon, Gil Frevert, Elizabeth Moore, Kayley O’Brien, Hector Perez, Matthew Sulzinski, Mara Terchunian, Christian Tureski, Robert Tureski, and Meigan Yuen.  Four are attending this year for their first time.  The Leadership for the trip include Gordon and Pat Hubbard with Assistant leaders Jessica Czachur and Kyle Miller.

They will enjoy some group building time with some fun activities at Niagara Falls before beginning their “hard labor” as they join several hundred other youth in repairing roofs, building decks, painting houses, restoring rooms, and other construction projects and activities for the elderly, persons with disabilities, and the poor.  Each year they develop close relationships with the folks whose homes they repair as well as deepening relationships with each other and making new relationships with other participants.

Church Office Closed for Independence Day.  Please leave messages to be checked on Monday on the Church Phone if you need assistance: 631-288-2576.

Thursday, July 2, 2009

12:00 PM   Senior Tai Chi (WH Library Program)

Wednesday, July 1, 2009

  6:00 PM   Nicotine Anonymous

  7:00 PM   AA

Tuesday, June 30, 2009

1:00 PM     Presbytery of Long Island meets at First Presbyterian Church of Greenlawn. 

Sunday, June 28, 2009

  9:00 AM   Worship in Quogue Chapel with a special Presbyterian Women Commissioning Service:  Nancy Miller and Gale Spaulding were commissioned during worship to represent us at the 2009 Churchwide Gathering of Presbyterian Women in Louisville, KY, from July 11-15, 2009.  The theme at this Triennium’s Gathering is: “God Will Do Wonders Among You.”  It comes from the scripture: “Sanctify yourselves; for tomorrow the LORD will do wonders among you.” (Joshua 3:5 (NRSV, adapted).  We wish them well as they travel to and from Louisville and experience the many stimulating programs, speakers and workshops.

10:15 AM    Worship in Sanctuary with special REACH Youth WorkCamp Commissioning Service: The 11^th REACH Youth Mission Trip leaves the Westhampton Presbyterian Church parking lot at 5:30 AM on Friday, July 3^rd for Niagara Falls, NY, and will return on Saturday, July 11^th.  Fifteen youth and four advisors—a total of 19—were commissioned during worship on Sunday.  The fifteen youth include: Michael Baird, Gregory Campos, Kristina Carter, Julia Christ, Alec Christ, Joanna DeLeon, Gil Frevert, Elizabeth Moore, Kayley O’Brien, Hector Perez, Matthew Sulzinski, Mara Terchunian, Christian Tureski, Robert Tureski, and Meigan Yuen.  Four are attending this year for their first time.  The Leadership for the trip include Gordon and Pat Hubbard with Assistant leaders Jessica Czachur and Kyle Miller.  They will enjoy some group building time with some fun activities at Niagara Falls before beginning their “hard labor” as they join several hundred other youth in repairing roofs, building decks, painting houses, restoring rooms, and other construction projects and activities for the elderly, persons with disabilities, and the poor.  Each year they develop close relationships with the folks whose homes they repair as well as deepening relationships with each other and making new relationships with other participants.

12:00 PM   AA

  7:00 PM   REACH Mission WorkCamp Planning Session for youth.

  7:30 PM   AA

Saturday, June 27, 2009

10:00 AM   AA

Friday, June 26, 2009

  9:00 AM   Senior Aerobics (WHB Library)

Pastor Peter will be out of the office on Friday.  Please contact Nancy in the Church Office if you need assistance: 631-288-2576.

Thursday, June 25, 2009

12:00 PM   Senior Tai Chi (WHB Library Program)

  7:00 PM   Meditation (WHB Library)

Wednesday, June 24, 2009

  2:00 PM   Bridge (WHB Library Program)

  6:00 PM   Nicotine Anonymous

  7:00 PM   AA

  7:00 PM   Creating an Online Presence (WHB Library Program)

Monday, June 22, 2009

Pastor Peter will be out of the office on Monday and Tuesday.  Please contact Nancy in the Church Office if you need assistance or for pastoral emergencies: 631-288-2576.

Sunday, June 21, 2009: Father’s Day

Happy Father’s Day!  Start Father’s Day with Dad at Worship!

Summer worship hours begin this week as WPC offers worship at 9:00 AM at the Quogue Chapel and at 10:15 AM in the Quiogue Sanctuary.  We welcome The Reverend Chuck Cary, former pastor, to our pulpit at the 10:15 AM worship service.  Laurel Williams Cary, daughter of Abe and Lucy Cary, will be baptized.

  9:00 AM   Worship in Quogue Chapel, with The Reverend Peter Sulyok, preaching.

10:15 AM   Worship in Sanctuary w/ Baptism, with The Reverend Chuck Cary, preaching.  Chuck is a former pastor of Westhampton Presbyterian Church and served here 1985-1999.

This morning during the 10:15 AM Quiogue Sanctuary worship, we celebrated the baptism of Laurel Williams Cary, daughter of Abraham Richard Cary and Lucy Jane Cary; and little sister to Jane Elizabeth Cary.  Laurel was born on September 23, 2008 at Mount Sinai Hospital, Manhattan, NY.  Joining in the celebration are grandparents Chuck and Millie Cary, with Chuck administering the sacrament.

12:00 PM   AA

  7:30 PM   AA

Saturday, June 20, 2009

Come to the Wall of Wonders!

The Mission Vision Team invites you to Saturday Supper and the “Wall of Wonders”!   As part of our church mission self-study, we are invited to share our collective memories about the church and celebrate who we are as we anticipate our future.  Join your church family Saturday, June 20^th, at 5:30 PM in Parish Hall!  Supper will be provided!

10:00 AM   AA

  5:30 PM   Attend the Mission Vision Team’s “Wall of Wonders” Program, complete with supper!  In the Parish Hall.

Friday, June 19, 2009

  9:00 AM   Senior Aerobics (WHB Library Program)

  9:30 AM   Children’s Program (WHB Library Program)

Pastor Peter will be out of the office on Friday.  Please contact Nancy in the Church Office if you need assistance: 631-288-2576.

Thursday, June 18, 2009

12:00 PM   Senior Tai Chi (WHB Library Program)

  7:00 PM   Meditation (WHB Library);

Cooking Demo  (WHB Library Program)

Wednesday, June 17, 2009

  2:00 PM   Bridge (WHB Library Program)

  6:00 PM   Nicotine Anonymous

  7:00 PM   AA

Tuesday, June 16, 2009

  9:30 AM   Christmas Bazaar Work Group

10:00 AM   Children’s Program (WHB Library Program)

7:00 PM   The Board of Trustees meet this evening at 7:00 pm in the Founders’ Room.  

 700 PM   “Building Your Business” (WHB Library Program)

 Monday, June 15, 2009

Today is the deadline for the July-August newsletter edition of the Tidings.

Sunday, June 14, 2009: Recognition Sunday

Another "No Rain" Annual Church Picnic Packs Lots of Food, Fellowship and Fun!

Annual Church Picnic Promises Fun, Food and Games Sunday, June 14th

The Grills are heating up!  Secret recipes are being prepared.  Game ideas and water balloons are being tossed around.  What could it be?  The Annual Church Picnic—delicious food, conversation and fun games for the children!

Fill Out the Mission Vision Congregational Survey!

The Mission Vision Team needs your input to offer direction for the future vision for the church.  This Sunday’s worship will be shortened 20 minutes to allow time to complete the Congregational Survey.  Special pens and the survey will be distributed immediately after the shortened worship and collected prior to the picnic!

Special Recognition Sunday Worship

Come worship with us this Sunday as we recognize and celebrate the dedicated work and commitment of our choir and Sunday church school teachers throughout the year!  The Junior Choir and the Adult Choir will have special selections prepared for the occasion.  Children will have an opportunity to thank their teachers.

Sunday's Schedule:

10:00 AM   Worship with Christian Education and Choir Recognition Sunday special music and presentations.  Church School will follow the Children’s Message.

10:40 AM   Special Congregational Survey to be completed in the sanctuary for the Mission Vision Team

 11:15 AM   Annual Church Picnic and Game Day in the back field

 12:00 PM   AA

 7:00 PM   REACH Planning Session for parents and youth in Bailey Hall.

   7:30 PM   AA

 Saturday, June 13, 2009

10:00 AM   AA

10:00 AM   Chi Running/Walking (WHB Library Program)

Friday, June 12, 2009

  9:00AM    Senior Aerobics (WHB Library Program)

Pastor Peter will be out of the office on Friday.  Please contact Nancy in the Church Office if you need assistance: 631-288-2576.

Thursday, June 11, 2009

12:00 PM   Senior Tai Chi (WHB Library Program)

7:00 PM     Meditation (WHB Library Program)

                   Cooking Demo (WHB Library Program)

Wednesday, June 10, 2009

  9:30 AM   Nursery School Graduation

12:00 PM   Presbyterian Women “Strawberry Celebration” Luncheon

  2:00 PM   Bridge (WHB Library Program)

  6:00 PM   Nicotine Anonymous

  7:00 PM   AA

Tuesday, June 9, 2009

  9:30 AM   Christmas Bazaar Work Group

10:00 AM   Children’s Program (WHB Library Program)

  7:00 PM   Session meets in the Founders’ Room.

  7:00 PM   “Staging Your House” (WHB Library Program)

Monday, June 8, 2009

  5:45 PM   Junior Choir

Sunday, June 7, 2009: Trinity Sunday

  8:30 AM     Be part of Spiritual Conversations!  The Adult Discussion Group meets the first Sunday of each month 8:30 am around the Kitchen Table.

10:00 AM   Worship with Sunday Church School following the Children’s Message.  Miriam May Neubauer was baptized at this morning's worship service and she is now the newest child of the covenant at Westhampton Presbyterian Church.  Pictured below is Miriam and her family after the baptism.  We welcome Miriam and celebrate with her family and sponsors.

11:15 AM   Fund Raising Team

12:00 PM   AA

  7:30 PM   AA

Saturday, June 6, 2009

Habitat for Humanity Work Day a Great Success

as Aluminum Siding Goes on With Help of WPC Members and Friends

  9:00 AM   Mission Ministry sponsors a Habitat for Humanity Work Day by members and friends of Westhampton Presbyterian Church on the house being built on Avon Court off Hazelwood in Westhampton Beach.  A great turn-out assured a lot of good work done on the home.  Siding and insulating took place by the volunteers.  Lunch was provided by a church member in the neighborhood.  Here are some pictures of discipleship in action!

There couldn't have been a better workday weather-wise or in the friendship and camaraderie experienced by all who volunteered with Habitat for Humanity.  Watch for WPC to sponsor another day as another family is assisted into home ownership.  Thanks to all who helped out!

10:00 AM   AA; Chi Running/Walking (WHB Library Program)

 10:00 AM   AA

Friday, June 5, 2009

 9:00 AM   Senior Aerobics (WHB Library Program)

  9:30 AM   Children’s Program (WHB Library Program)

Pastor Peter will be out of the office on Friday.  Please contact Nancy in the Church Office if you need assistance: 631-288-2576.

Thursday, June 4, 2009

12:00 PM   Senior Tai Chi (WHB Library Program)

  7:00 PM   Meditation (WHB Library)

A spot of color blooms on an otherwise gray Thursday.

Wednesday, June 3, 2009

  2:00 PM   Bridge (WHB Library Program)

  6:00 PM   Nicotine Anonymous

  7:00 PM   AA

Tuesday, June 2, 2009

  9:30 AM   Christmas Bazaar Work Group meets.  Join in the fun crafts!

10:00 AM   Children’s Program (WHB Library Program)

  7:00 PM   The Board of Deacons meets in the Deacon’s Room

Monday, June 1, 2009

  5:45 PM   Junior Choir

Sunday, May 31, 2009: Day of Pentecost and Confirmation Sunday

Today is the Day of Pentecost! 

Wear red to worship!

10:00 AM   Worship with Baptism, The Lord’s Supper and Confirmation.

11:00 AM   Celebrate the Birthday of the Church and Welcome our Confirmation Class 2009 during Coffee and Fellowship

With red balloons decorating the sanctuary and a large red icing-covered cake in Parish Hall, our Confirmation Class of 2009 publically professed their faith before the congregation and are now WPC's newest members!  Pictured below (left to right) are Timothy Shea, Matthew Sulzinski, Christian Tureski, Pastor Peter, Dineen O'Rourke, Taylor Jenkins and Elizabeth Moore.  WPC welcomes them to our ministry!

12:00 PM   AA

  7:30 PM   AA