Outreach

Faith Thrives in Service

We believe that worship should drive us to service and that being active in our community and world is a critical component of our Christian calling.

Whether at home or abroad, Westminster seeks to grow our relationships and serve our siblings in faith through congregational, local, regional, and international Witness & Service opportunities.

Our World

Serving God's Kingdom

Whether it be international mission trips, supporting denominational organizations, or sustaining worldwide ministries that work to bring light and life into the world, Westminster is dedicated to God's creation beyond our four walls.

Adult Witness & Service Trips

We seek to deepen relationships with our neighbors by coming alongside existing work within communities and congregations and enabling cross-cultural encounters. In the past we have hosted medical and building trips to the Dominican Republic, led pilgrimages to our sister Seminary in Cuba, and taken trips to other Caribbean countries. We are exploring new options for 2025, and anticipate a trip to Cuba and to Puerto Rico.

The Civil Rights/ Black History Pilgrimage Series

We regularly host pilgrimages exploring the American Civil Rights Era and Black History in our own communities. We are dedicated to not only pursuing justice in our lives today, but learning about our past history, whether it be the ways that churches participated in sinful systems of segregation and oppression, or how we have succeeded in advocating for liberty.

In 2018 and 2023 we participated on a pilgrimage to Atlanta, Birmingham, and Montgomery focusing on American Civil Rights. In 2024 we participated in a Black History tour of the South Carolina Lowcountry, focusing on the legacy of American Slavery, the triumph of the Gullah Community, and the many contributions of Black South Carolinians to our country and culture.

We will return to Georgia and Alabama in 2025 and Charleston in 2026. We anticipate a new trip to D.C. in 2027.

Sr. High Witness & Service Trips

Middler Mission Trip

The International Pilgrimage (Education) Series

Our minds are opened to our neighbors and their religious cultural traditions and our hearts are softened to the world. Part of service is education. The International Pilgrimage Series seeks to deepen our faith and understanding through encounter.

In 2025 we will visit Scotland followed in 2027 by a Footsteps of Paul trip to Greece and Turkey. We anticipate future trips to the Holy Land and a Reformation tour of German and Switzerland.

Our Community

We believe that mission starts at home, and are dedicated to building up God’s kingdom here in Greenville and throughout the Southeast. Members and friends of WPC are encouraged to serve our community in the following areas:

United Ministries

Westminster is pleased to partner with United Ministries in all aspects of its life, from hosting IHN families to collecting and staffing the UM pantry. United Ministries, in order to ensure that all might thrive in Greenville, offers thoughtful services that serve, transform, and empower those in need toward achieving self-sufficiency. Wings of United Ministries include education and employment, crisis assistance, and homelessness services.
For more information visit https://united-ministries.org

Project Host

Pleasant Valley Connection

The Magi Market at Pleasant Valley

Thornwell

Founded as a Presbyterian ministry in 1875, Thornwell is a full service, 501c3 nonprofit organization committed to providing the most innovative and effective solutions to help children and families in need. Thornwell provides Christian love and support to hundreds of children and families throughout Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina. Members of Westminster have long supported Thornwell. For more information visit thornwell.org.

Gateway

Gateway is a Clubhouse Model rehabilitation program. This internationally accredited Clubhouse Model provides a restorative environment for adults living with persistent and severe mental illnesses such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder.

The individuals at Gateway aren’t patients or clients—they’re members. We help our members lead normal and productive lives by offering opportunities to increase social and vocational skills, build relationships, and obtain education, employment, and housing.

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PCUSA Organizations

Wesminster proudly supports the following denominational organizations:

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Our Church

Life begins here, both in worship and throughout the week.

We offer a number of ways to get involved more deeply in service to our church. Members can serve through worship, music, membership, and education ministries.

Worship

Worship gives focus to life and ministry at Westminster

Through worship we seek to know Christ more fully and better understand the meaning of Christ’s work in our lives. During the program year we offer two worship services, one at 9a and one at 11:15a. Services are also streamed on our YouTube channel and right here on our website. From the first Sunday in May through Labor Day we offer one service at 10a.

A nursery is available for children four years and younger. Children K5 through 1st grade begin worship in the Sanctuary. Prior to the sermon they are invited to Children’s Church with one of the pastors.

We also offer regular visitations and communion for our elderly and shut-in members.

You are also invited to join us for Sunday School at 10a (September-May) or fellowship and donuts following the summer service.

Music

Uniting the congregation in worship and song

Everyone is welcome as we recognize the importance of broad participation by all ages within our congregation, from preschool children to adults. Choirs and ensembles are available for all experience levels. Contact Marlon Hurst to learn more.

Community Life

Membership at Westminster seeks to deepen connections: to God, to one another, and to those around us.

Programs include organizing congregation-wide social and seasonal events, ministering to members in times of crisis, serving with age-specific groups to build fellowship, welcoming new members, and helping them find a special place within Westminster Presbyterian. For more information, please fill out our Connection Card.

Connection Card