Westminster Chapel is one of the most diverse churches on the East Side! In terms of ministries, they reach absolutely everyone, no matter what level they are on.
For example, if you want to be involved on a smallish level, you can belong to online Community Groups. You can be in a small group, a home group, or a Sunday School class. If you want to perform, there is an amazing choir led by one of the most amazing Creative Directors on the East Side. Pastor Gary Gulbranson really reaches out to everyone. There are groups for folks speaking different languages, there are groups for people who want to know more about Christianity called, "Alpha." where you can ask any questions you'd like to know. Dress as you are, come as you are, we are informal, and yet, can reach out with hymns and anthems that remind you of your church growing up.
I don't belong to the staff. I don't have a position at all in the ministry, except that I have been going to, and loving, this church for almost 14 years. When my baby was born, and my husband had to go on military deployments, I had so much help from family groups here at the church.
Today, September 9, we are having a "What's Your Next Step?" Sunday. The DVD of Pastor Gulbranson's sermon is available at Westminster.org to walk you through the four steps: Begin (Have you accepted Christ? Do you want to get involved here?), Belong: Become part of The City (www.westminster.onthecity.org/kiosk) or one of the many groups here. The third step would be BECOME. How has your Christianity evolved to make you a disciple? and the final step "BEYOND" - going out into the world and making a difference with your love of the Lord through missions, daily walks with the Lord, etc.
I hope that anyone who has never been to Westminster Chapel in Bellevue would come and give it a try. If you have tried and haven't found a family here, ask someone. There are many leaders here who are willing to reach out to you. Just make your voice heard, and you'll be welcomed in.
Again, I am just a member of the church, not a staff member or minister, but it makes me glad to share this amazing place of worship and growth, and I hope you give it a try.
SIncerely,
Jo Lee Robinson read more