small group ministries and more!
What are Small Groups? They are an opportunity for people to deepen relational ties around shared interests or experiences and connect them with their faith, without becoming an exclusive or secular “social club.” If you can dream it, it can be a Small Group! There can also be funding to start up or sustain a Small Group Ministry. We ask that small groups align with the general mission and identity of our congregation. If you are intrigued by one of the Small Groups, contact the coordinator for more information (contact info can be requested from the church office).
Refresh Leader: Brownyn O’Connor. Around for 8 years, the women’s group meets once a month. Originally for women under 50, it is now open to all Christian women seeking prayer, Bible study, and fellowship. Studies include Seamless and Matchless by Angie Smith, The Faithful (Heros of the Old Testament, Faith Based Words Study and Holy Moments by Matthew Kelly. All women seeking God’s word are welcome. The hope is to grow, make two small women groups meeting different times, then meet as a whole once or twice a year.
Fully Alive Prison Ministry Leader: Paul Dungey. Volunteer laity and clergy persons act boldly and compassionately to see our neighbors through Jesus’ eyes and serve those who are marginalized, including people who are imprisoned. Volunteers are escorted to the facility’s chapel by Corrections Officers where they meet with a group of incarcerated individuals. Together they share in a time of prayer, praise, worship and Bible study. FAPM volunteers take turns to prepare and lead the evening’s Bible study. At the conclusion of the Fully Alive Prison Ministry program, the volunteers are escorted back to the main gate by the facility’s Correction Officers. FAPM is offered at the Auburn Correctional Facility on Tuesday evenings and at the Cayuga Correctional Facility on Friday evenings.
Cub Scout Pack 43 & Boy Scout Troop 43 Leaders: Andrea & Aaron Creighton and Paul Dungey
Personal Care Pantry Leaders: Susan Marteney and Anne Malvaso. On last Wednesday of each month from 10 am – 12 noon, we welcome 25 – 45 guests to select five items for their personal and home use. All items purchased by a line item in the of the Ministry Team.
Contemplative Hikes Leader: Brian Teuke. A great way to explore and reflect on God's glory in nature, get some exercise, and enjoy a special form of fellowship with fellow hikers. Most of the hikes are once a month from March to November, easy to moderate and are usually within an hour's drive of Auburn. During the first half of our hikes, we trek silently in order to engage in some quiet meditation and contemplation. Afterward, we share some joyful fellowship as we complete the second half of the journey telling stories, laughing, and connecting as a community of Christians. Open to all people from all backgrounds, including ability levels. See you at the trailhead!
Praise and Play Leader: Linda Mackay. A fun, non-competitive, seasonal group of members and friends who enjoy Pickleball on Monday and Friday mornings at 9am in the Great Hall. It’s a great way to interact with others, discover what’s happening within our church and community, and get some non-instructional physical fitness. All are welcome.
Prayer Shawls A talented group of individuals who knit or crochet make shawls, throws, or lap blankets to give to people who need to feel surrounded and warmed by the love of God and their friends at church. These are given to people who are recovering from surgery, experiencing illness or other challenges, new parents, youth leaving for new homes or schools, and more.
Monday Art Group Leaders: Andrea Creighton and Alice Jordan
Christmas Giving Tree Leaders: Linda Russell and Jerry Wickett
Sleep in Heavenly Peace Leader: Paul Dungey. Sleep in Heavenly Peace is an NFP organization which builds beds for kids who need them so that "No kid sleeps on the floor in our town." They have regularly scheduled bed-builds which we support with volunteers and donations.
Social Justice & Community Advocacy Leaders: Nina and Jerry Wickett. Identify and respond to social inequalities close to the heart of church members and the community at large. Through prayer, discussion and action, we will continue Westminster’s tradition of active involvement in issues that impact the local and global community
Saints Peter and John Soup Kitchen Leader: Tina Barry. The Soup Kitchen, 169 Genesee Street, Auburn, needs volunteers Monday – Wednesday and Saturday from 9 am – 12 noon. You may be cooking, serving or cleaning up. Enter the kitchen from the door across from the post office. Director David Ward would be especially happy to have 5 - 6 volunteers from WPC on Saturdays.
The Ugandan Family Education Fund (UFEF) Leaders: Beverly Miller and Susan Marteney. Westminster is helping 5 Ugandan children attend school in Kampala. They are the nieces and nephews of Agnes, our long-time dear friend. The UFEF has hosted a supper featuring Ugandan foods and a viewing of the film, “Queen of Katwe”, an uplifting story about how chess helped a girl rise above her life situation in Kampala, Uganda and often posts letters and photos in the narthex. Support and donations are welcome.
The Little Free Library Leader: Susan Marteney. Donated books and magazines for adults and children are stocked in the outdoor free library. A once or twice a week duty keeping it full.
The Coat Rack Leader: Susan Marteney. Gently worn and donated coats, hats, scarves, boots and other warn clothing are available to anyone during open hours at the church. All sizes – adult and child - are appreciated.
Tech Team Leader: Paul Dungey and Jill Fandrich. A group of volunteers operate the livestream cameras (Mevo Multicam) on Sunday mornings to offer a hybrid worship experience that engages both in-person and online worshipers, creating a single, unified community that stretches across pews and data streams.
Calvary Food Pantry Leader: Gary Coon.
Other ways to be involved in the life of Westminster:
Refresh Leader: Brownyn O’Connor. Around for 8 years, the women’s group meets once a month. Originally for women under 50, it is now open to all Christian women seeking prayer, Bible study, and fellowship. Studies include Seamless and Matchless by Angie Smith, The Faithful (Heros of the Old Testament, Faith Based Words Study and Holy Moments by Matthew Kelly. All women seeking God’s word are welcome. The hope is to grow, make two small women groups meeting different times, then meet as a whole once or twice a year.
Fully Alive Prison Ministry Leader: Paul Dungey. Volunteer laity and clergy persons act boldly and compassionately to see our neighbors through Jesus’ eyes and serve those who are marginalized, including people who are imprisoned. Volunteers are escorted to the facility’s chapel by Corrections Officers where they meet with a group of incarcerated individuals. Together they share in a time of prayer, praise, worship and Bible study. FAPM volunteers take turns to prepare and lead the evening’s Bible study. At the conclusion of the Fully Alive Prison Ministry program, the volunteers are escorted back to the main gate by the facility’s Correction Officers. FAPM is offered at the Auburn Correctional Facility on Tuesday evenings and at the Cayuga Correctional Facility on Friday evenings.
Cub Scout Pack 43 & Boy Scout Troop 43 Leaders: Andrea & Aaron Creighton and Paul Dungey
Personal Care Pantry Leaders: Susan Marteney and Anne Malvaso. On last Wednesday of each month from 10 am – 12 noon, we welcome 25 – 45 guests to select five items for their personal and home use. All items purchased by a line item in the of the Ministry Team.
Contemplative Hikes Leader: Brian Teuke. A great way to explore and reflect on God's glory in nature, get some exercise, and enjoy a special form of fellowship with fellow hikers. Most of the hikes are once a month from March to November, easy to moderate and are usually within an hour's drive of Auburn. During the first half of our hikes, we trek silently in order to engage in some quiet meditation and contemplation. Afterward, we share some joyful fellowship as we complete the second half of the journey telling stories, laughing, and connecting as a community of Christians. Open to all people from all backgrounds, including ability levels. See you at the trailhead!
Praise and Play Leader: Linda Mackay. A fun, non-competitive, seasonal group of members and friends who enjoy Pickleball on Monday and Friday mornings at 9am in the Great Hall. It’s a great way to interact with others, discover what’s happening within our church and community, and get some non-instructional physical fitness. All are welcome.
Prayer Shawls A talented group of individuals who knit or crochet make shawls, throws, or lap blankets to give to people who need to feel surrounded and warmed by the love of God and their friends at church. These are given to people who are recovering from surgery, experiencing illness or other challenges, new parents, youth leaving for new homes or schools, and more.
Monday Art Group Leaders: Andrea Creighton and Alice Jordan
Christmas Giving Tree Leaders: Linda Russell and Jerry Wickett
Sleep in Heavenly Peace Leader: Paul Dungey. Sleep in Heavenly Peace is an NFP organization which builds beds for kids who need them so that "No kid sleeps on the floor in our town." They have regularly scheduled bed-builds which we support with volunteers and donations.
Social Justice & Community Advocacy Leaders: Nina and Jerry Wickett. Identify and respond to social inequalities close to the heart of church members and the community at large. Through prayer, discussion and action, we will continue Westminster’s tradition of active involvement in issues that impact the local and global community
Saints Peter and John Soup Kitchen Leader: Tina Barry. The Soup Kitchen, 169 Genesee Street, Auburn, needs volunteers Monday – Wednesday and Saturday from 9 am – 12 noon. You may be cooking, serving or cleaning up. Enter the kitchen from the door across from the post office. Director David Ward would be especially happy to have 5 - 6 volunteers from WPC on Saturdays.
The Ugandan Family Education Fund (UFEF) Leaders: Beverly Miller and Susan Marteney. Westminster is helping 5 Ugandan children attend school in Kampala. They are the nieces and nephews of Agnes, our long-time dear friend. The UFEF has hosted a supper featuring Ugandan foods and a viewing of the film, “Queen of Katwe”, an uplifting story about how chess helped a girl rise above her life situation in Kampala, Uganda and often posts letters and photos in the narthex. Support and donations are welcome.
The Little Free Library Leader: Susan Marteney. Donated books and magazines for adults and children are stocked in the outdoor free library. A once or twice a week duty keeping it full.
The Coat Rack Leader: Susan Marteney. Gently worn and donated coats, hats, scarves, boots and other warn clothing are available to anyone during open hours at the church. All sizes – adult and child - are appreciated.
Tech Team Leader: Paul Dungey and Jill Fandrich. A group of volunteers operate the livestream cameras (Mevo Multicam) on Sunday mornings to offer a hybrid worship experience that engages both in-person and online worshipers, creating a single, unified community that stretches across pews and data streams.
Calvary Food Pantry Leader: Gary Coon.
Other ways to be involved in the life of Westminster:
- Be on a Seasonal Ministry Team
- Be an Usher, Greeter or Liturgist
- Start a Small Group Ministry and be the Leader
- Bake cookies and prep coffee for Social Hour
- Join the Property Committee and help maintain the building and grounds
- Do gardening - yard work and pull weeds
- Prepare the elements for monthly communion
- Share your musical talents in the Choir or Hand Bell Choir
- Teach Christian education classes for children and adults
- Serve Home Communion
- Offer a Minute for Mission about something you are involved with/passionate about
- Assist at the Westminster Manor Bible Study Coordinated by Rev. Stacy Smith
- Volunteer to be a Deacon or serve on Session
- Serve on a Seasonal Ministry Team making the life of Westminster even more vibrant