Misson
At Westminster, we believe in helping, advocating, and providing direct support to those in need while working toward systemic change for a more just world. Explore how you can join us in living out this mission through service, giving, and advocacy.
We Are a Matthew 25 Church
As part of this Presbyterian Church (USA) initiative, we are committed to actively engaging in the world and seeing our neighbors through Jesus’ eyes.
The Matthew 25 vision emphasizes three key priorities:
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Building Congregational Vitality
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Dismantling Structural Racism
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Eradicating Systemic Poverty
Mission Partnerships
We are proud to be Presbyterians, dedicated to supporting the mission of the broader church through:
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Praying regularly for the work of the church around the world
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Working with other Presbyterian congregations and groups
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Participating in PC(USA) programs and initiatives, such as Earth Care and Matthew 25
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Giving to the four annual Presbyterian Special Offerings (including the Peace and Global Witness Offering and the Christmas Joy Offering)
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Supporting the General Mission Funds of the Presbyterian Church (USA)
The Westminster Peace Prize
Each October, we recognize an individual or group whose work has significantly contributed to peace and reconciliation in our community or the world. This prize is funded by our congregation’s portion of the annual Peace and Global Witness Offering.
2024 Recipient: June Lorenzo
June is an attorney and human rights advocate, member of Dine (Navajo) Nation and the Laguna Pueblo, and an Elder at Laguna Presbyterian Church in New Mexico. She has tirelessly championed the rights of Indigenous Peoples at all levels, including work on uranium legacy issues to protect sacred sites. In honor of June, the Peace Prize funds were directed to the PCUSA Native American Church Property Fund, which assists native congregations in caring for their churches.
Local & Other Missions
We support ministries of compassion and outreach in our own neighborhood
and around the world by offering funds, time, and other resources.
The Westminster Warming Center offers hope and hospitality during these colder months.
Our center provides a comforting environment where guests can enjoy a nutritious meal, a warm drink, and a genuine welcome from our caring community.
If you want to get involved, we need dedicated volunteers to help run the center.
Donations are also vital to our efforts. A current list of needed items is available at church. We invite you to join us in making a difference by utilizing our services or lending a hand to those in need.
Volunteering Opportunities & Other Ways to Serve
We love partnering with local organizations to share God’s love in action. Some recurring volunteer events include:
Kalamazoo Loaves & Fishes (4th Mon. each month)
Ministry with Community (2nd Sat. each month)
Delivering Meals on Wheels
Service Sundays
Angel Tree projects
Collecting items for Generous Hands
Participating in the Kalamazoo Valley CROP Walk
Supporting Presbyterian Women projects
Hosting our annual Fair Trade Sale
Justice & Advocacy
At Westminster Presbyterian Church, we believe God calls us to work and advocate for a more just and peaceful world. Through our commitment to Matthew 25, we respond to this calling by engaging
in efforts that promote healing, reconciliation, and equality.
Local & Other Mission
Some of the ministries we support in our community & beyond:
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