Westwood Presbyterian Church

SUNDAYS

Rose Window Celebrate the glory of God through Reformed worship, inspirational preaching, and classic church choral music.

The heart of the church is Sunday worship with services at 9:00 and 11:00 a.m. Sunday mornings also feature Sunday School for children at both 9:00 and 11:00 a.m., adult Bible studies, and a theological discussion class. The worship services follow the Reformed tradition of worship, with the common lectionary forming the Scripture readings.

Communion is celebrated the first Sunday of the month at both services.

SUNDAY SCHEDULE

For location of classes and activities, inquire in the church office.

8:20 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.: Nursery Care
Care is provided throughout the morning for infants and toddlers, with a special Bible story time for two and three-year-olds. For assistance, inquire in the church office.

9:00 a.m.: Worship Service
In the Sanctuary.

9:00 a.m.: Sunday School
Pre-kindergarten to fifth grade children are invited to attend the first portion of the worship service with their parents. During the second hymn, the children are dismissed to go to Sunday School. From the sanctuary we have a gathering time downstairs prior to our graded classes.

9:00 a.m.: Middle School Bible Study
Middle school students are invited to attend the first portion of worship with their parents. During the second hymn they are dismissed for a time of bible study and discussion downstairs.

10:00 a.m.: Faith, Search, and Support Group
The group continues its study of the book entitled The Great Transformation: The Beginning of Our Religious Tradition by Karen Armstrong. The Rev. Dr. John Crossley (professor of religion at USC), John Quiring (PhD in religion), and Luke Landers (PhD in religion) share group leadership in the downstairs classroom.

10:00 a.m.: Adult Bible Forum
The group continues studying Ephesians. Newcomers are always welcome. Handouts related to past sessions are available. Led by Elizabeth Evans, M.Div. in Conference Room 2.

10:00 a.m.: Coffee Fellowship
On the side porch or in Hoffman Hall following the first worship service.

11:00 a.m.: Worship Service
In the Sanctuary.

11:00 a.m.: Sunday School
Pre-kindergarten to fifth grade children are invited to attend the first portion of the worship service with their parents. During the second hymn, the children are dismissed to go to Sunday School. From the sanctuary we have a gathering time downstairs prior to our graded classes.

11:00 a.m.: Wake Up J.U.I.C.E.
Middle school students come together in the youth room for a devotional discussion; where scripture is entwined with different subjects ranging from emotions, habits, pop culture and current events.

11:00 a.m.: Jesus etc.
High school students come together in the Jones Room to decompress from stress and talk about our faith. Led by Steve Sudeth.

12:00 noon: Coffee Fellowship
On the side porch or in Hoffman Hall following the second worship service.

12:30 noon: Young Adults Group
Young adults come together in the Jones Room to study the book of Romans.

                     DIRECTIONS

                     Westwood Presbyterian Church
                     10822 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90024
                     310.474.4535

                     From the 405 Freeway in Westwood, exit on Wilshire Boulevard east. The church is located on the south side of Wilshire next door to the AVCO Theater about four blocks east of the 405 freeway at 10822 Wilshire Blvd.

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PARKING LOCATIONS AND PROCEDURE

Parking is available at the church and in the lot behind the AVCO building next door.

On Sundays, when the church parking lot is full you are allowed to park at the AVCO parking lot for free while you attend worship services.

Chris

SERMONS

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Weekly worship and a meaningful message are important in the life of WPC. Each Sunday the service is recorded and made available by CD. Sermons may be heard online by clicking the links below.

June 7, 2009	"Twice Born?" Rev. Dr. Lynn Cheyney \| Text \| Audio \|
June 14, 2009	"A Simple Plan" Rev. Dr. Lynn Cheyney \| Text \| Audio \|
June 21, 2009	"Winds and Waves" Rev. Dr. Lynn Cheyney \| Text \| Audio \|
July 5, 2009	"Weakness" Rev. Dr. Lynn Cheyney \| Text \| Audio \|
July 12, 2009	"The Mystery of God's Will" Rev. Peggy Krong \| Audio \|
July 19, 2009	"Where's Jesus?" Rev. Dr. Lynn Cheyney \| Text \| Audio \|
July 26, 2009	"Miracles in Our Hand" Rev. Dr. Lynn Cheyney \| Text \| Audio \|
August 2, 2009	"Fine Wine" Rev. Dr. Lynn Cheyney \| Text \| Audio \|
August 9, 2009	"Comfort" Rev. Dr. Lynn Cheyney \| Text \| Audio \|
August 16, 2009	"Civility" Rev. Dr. Lynn Cheyney \| Text \| Audio \|
August 23, 2009	"Reconciliation" Rev. Dr. Lynn Cheyney \| Text \| Audio \|
August 30, 2009	"Hope" Rev. Dr. Lynn Cheyney \| Text \| Audio \|
September 6, 2009	"All in the Family" Rev. Peggy Krong \| Audio \|
September 13, 2009	"Church House Rocks" Rev. Dr. Lynn Cheyney \| Text \| Audio \|
September 20, 2009	"Church Matters: Worship" Rev. Dr. Lynn Cheyney \| Text \| Audio \|
September 27, 2009	"Church Matters: Faith" Rev. Dr. Lynn Cheyney \| Text \| Audio \|
October 4, 2009	"Church Matters: Community" Rev. Dr. Lynn Cheyney \| Text \| Audio \|
October 11, 2009	"Church Matters: Commitment" Rev. Dr. Lynn Cheyney \| Audio \|
October 18, 2009	"A Job-Description and a Mandate" Dr. Richard Mouw \| Audio \|
October 25, 2009	"God's People: To Be or Not To be" Rev. Peggy Krong \| Audio \|
November 1, 2009	"Stewards All" Rev. Dr. Lynn Cheyney \| Text \| Audio \|
November 8, 2009	"About the Offering" Rev. Dr. Lynn Cheyney \| Text \| Audio \|
November 15, 2009	"Remember Your Baptism" Rev. Dr. Lynn Cheyney \| Text \| Audio \|
November 22, 2009	"Living Gratefully" Rev. Dr. Lynn Cheyney \| Text \| Audio \|
November 29, 2009	"Help is On The Way" Rev. Peggy Krong \| Audio \|
December 6, 2009	"Holy Impatience" Rev. Dr. Lynn Cheyney \| Audio \|
December 13, 2009	"Gloria" Rev. Dr. Lynn Cheyney \| Audio \|
December 20, 2009	"Promises" Rev. Dr. Lynn Cheyney \| Text \| Audio \|
December 24, 2009	"For God So Loved the World" Rev. Dr. Lynn Cheyney \| Text \| Audio \|
December 27, 2009	"Gabriella" Rev. Dr. Lynn Cheyney \| Audio \|
January 3, 2010	"Now What?" Rev. Peggy Krong \| Audio \|
January 10, 2010	"Tools of the Trade" Rev. Dr. Lynn Cheyney \| Audio \|
January 17, 2010	"Differences" Rev. Dr. Lynn Cheyney \| Audio \|
January 24, 2010	"The Seventh Day" Rev. Dr. Lynn Cheyney \| Audio \|
January 31, 2010	"Yoke Sharing" Rev. Dr. Lynn Cheyney \| Audio \|
February 7, 2010	"Following" Rev. Dr. Lynn Cheyney \| Text \| Audio \|
February 14, 2010	"Into the Holy" Rev. Dr. Lynn Cheyney \| Text \| Audio \|
February 21, 2010	"Appetites" Rev. Dr. Lynn Cheyney \| Audio \|
February 28, 2010	"Warding off Foxes-Gathering the Chicks" Rev. Peggy Krong \| Audio \|
March 7, 2010	"Power" Rev. Dr. Lynn Cheyney \| Text \| Audio \|
March 14, 2010	"Ease" Rev. Dr. Lynn Cheyney \| Text \| Audio \|
March 21, 2010	"Why This Waste?" Rev. Dr. Lynn Cheyney \| Text \| Audio \|
March 28, 2010	"Laud and Lamentations" Rev. Peggy Krong \| Audio \|
April 4, 2010	"The Easter Alternative" Rev. Dr. Lynn Cheyney \| Audio \|
April 11, 2010	"Paying Attention" Rev. Dr. Lynn Cheyney \| Text \| Audio \|
April 18, 2010	"Wholeness" Rev. Dr. Lynn Cheyney \| Text \| Audio \|
April 25, 2010	"Vision" Rev. Dr. Lynn Cheyney \| Text \| Audio \|
May 2, 2010	"Relationship" Rev. Dr. Lynn Cheyney \| Text \| Audio \|
May 9, 2010	"21st Century Miracle" Rev. Dr. Bruce McLucas \| Audio \|
May 16, 2010	Reflection: "It Was Good" Rev. Dr. Lynn Cheyney \| Text \| Audio \|
May 23, 2010	"Spirit Signs" Rev. Dr. Lynn Cheyney \| Text \| Audio \|
May 30, 2010	"On Beyond Zebra" Mr. Steve Sudeth \| Audio \| Youth Sunday Service
June 6, 2010	"The Many Faces of Mercy" Rev. Dr. Lynn Cheyney \| Audio \|
June 13, 2010	"A Faith Seeking Understanding" Rev. Peggy Krong \| Audio \|
June 20, 2010	"Hunger and Thirst" Rev. Dr. Lynn Cheyney \| Audio \|
June 27, 2010	"Neither Jew nor Greek" Rev. Dr. Lynn Cheyney \| Audio \|
July 4, 2010	"Simple Things" Rev. Dr. Lynn Cheyney \| Audio \|
July 11, 2010	"Living the Word: How Hard Can it Be?" Rev. Peggy Krong \| Audio \|
July 18, 2010	"The One Thing" Rev. Dr. Lynn Cheyney \| Audio \|

BAPTISM

God's faithfulness signified in Baptism is constant and sure. Baptism is authorized by the session and administered by a minister of the Word and Sacrament or by a commissioned lay pastor.

Children are admitted to Baptism after appropriate instruction with the parents. When a child is presented for Baptism, ordinarily the parent shall be an active member of the congregation. Adults are admitted to Baptism following instruction and profession of faith.

To inquire about Baptism at Westwood Presbyterian Church, call the church office to schedule a conference with a pastor. 310.474.4535

COMMUNION

Before his death, Jesus asked his disciples to break bread and share wine in remembrance of him. Communion is celebrated at Westwood Presbyterian Church the first Sunday of each month and on other occasions of special significance during the year. The invitation to the Lord's Supper is extended to all who have been baptized. All who come in faith, repentance, and love, regardless of church affiliation, are invited to share the Lord's table. Children who have been baptized and taught the meaning of communion are welcome to receive the Lord's Supper.

WEDDINGS

Wedding Westwood Presbyterian Church is available to all who wish a Christian marriage service. The use of the church is governed by the church session.

1. Preliminary information regarding the scheduling of dates, use of church facilities, and related costs should be obtained from the church office prior to a conference with the pastor.

2. A WPC minister must officiate at the wedding ceremony. The couple is required to have two meetings with the officiating pastor to consider together the spirituality of marriage, hear the report of premarital counseling, and to prepare for the wedding ceremony. In some situations, a request for a non-staff clergyperson to assist our pastor in the service might be granted.

The couple is required to receive 3 - 6 sessions of premarital counseling with a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Clinical Psychologist or Pastoral Counselor. Fees for premarital counseling shall be the responsibility of the couple. While couples are free to seek their own counselors, a list of recommended professionals will be included in the information packet.

3. To ensure that nothing will detract from the solemnity of the wedding service, No flash photography is permitted during the service by guests or by your photographer. Time-exposure photos from the balcony are permitted. Video taping is permitted subject to the unobtrusive placement of the camera operator. No additional lighting or flashes may be used during the service.

4. The church will be available to the florist, photographer, and others one and one-half hours before the scheduled time of the wedding.

5. The fees are as follows:

Sanctuary Use:	$600
Wedding Coordinator:	$225
Organist:	$275
Custodian:	$125
Audio Technician:	$75

A $150 non-refundable sanctuary deposit will hold the date. The balance is due at rehearsal.

There is no fee schedule for the minister's services; however, it is customary to give the officiating minister an appropriate honorarium. (Honorariums ordinary range between $300 and $750)

Wedding coordinators:
Gladdy Lou Ryder
Marianne Truitt

Organists:
Namhee Han
John-Kevin Hilbert

Church ministers:
Lynn Cheyney, Pastor
Peggy Krong, Associate Pastor
Don Hartsock, Parish Associate

Soloists:
Rebecca Sjowall soprano
Tracy Cox, mezzo soprano
Paul Cummings, baritone
Nathaniel Reynolds, baritone

Soloist fees are negotiated.

FUNERALS

A Christian service of celebration and remembrance of life is a ministry of love and hope to all who grieve. To speak to a pastor, call the church office and speak with Mayra Newbon, Director of Operations. 310.474.4535

See News from WPC and the church Calendar for more information on activities at WPC.