Confirmation is postponed until further notice.

Confirmation is an important step in the faith journey of our students. During the program students have an opportunity to claim the vows spoken over them at their baptism as their own. It’s when they get to publicly declare before the congregation that Jesus Christ is their Lord and Savior. And in doing so, become full members of the church. Confirmation is primarily for eighth graders, but anyone who is ready for this next step is able to participate. The process includes classes taught by Mike Jaderston, a Saturday retreat with Pastor Stan and interviews with an elder of our church.

Sunday Morning Class
Sundays at 9:30 a.m. in the Middle School Basement. Beginning January 19

Confirmation Weekend
Saturday, March 28
Students will meet with Pastor Stan and Mike Jaderston to complete the Confirmation process.

Elder Interviews
Sunday, April 26
Confirmands will be interviewed by an elder to accept them into church membership.

Confirmation Graduation
Sunday, May 3, 9:30 a.m. in the Gym
Confirmation students and their families are invited to brunch and a graduation ceremony to celebrate their accomplishment. Students will be presented to the congregation at the 11 a.m. service.

If you’re looking for a way to BE the church and serve our community in the midst of this crisis, Eastminster Local Missions is asking everyone to donate any medical supplies they might have access to. We know Jesus can multiply anything we place in his hands (Mark 6), and we believe we’re being called to share everything we have with our medical community during this time of need. (We’re also pursuing other ways to serve the community and support our mission partners, so look for more opportunities coming soon.)

SUPPLIES NEEDED
N95 masks
Masks
Gloves
Gowns
Face shields
Hand sanitizer
Disinfecting wipes

DROP OFF LOCATIONS
Mike and Chelsea Simmons’ home
1421 N Stratford Ln
Wichita, KS 67206
Please drop items in the tub on the porch. The Simmons have graciously offered to collect supplies and take to the Medical Society.

Medical Society of Sedgwick County
1102 S. Hillside
Wichita, KS 67211

It is our understanding that the stay-at-home order would still allow for people to donate supplies, since they are a medical necessity.

We’ll remember Christ’s sacrifice for us on the cross through meaningful worship and a message from Ben Marquez

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First Wednesdays
Imagine if Wichita were covered in prayer 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. That is the goal of the 24-hour Prayer Initiative led by the Wichita Prayer Movement. We’re partnering with other local churches, each taking one day per month, to commit to having someone praying for our city every hour of the day. We can’t wait to see how God moves as we intercede for Wichita! We’ll cover the first Wednesday of each month. We encourage signing up for a 60-minute slot, though 30-minute slots are available. Between 8 a.m. and 9 p.m., please come to the Eastminster Prayer Room to pray, and after those hours individuals may pray in their homes. SIGN UP TO PRAY >>

It’s time to honor the kids who have been working on Scripture memory. Those who have memorized all nine verses to date will receive their pins at the beginning of the 9:30 service in the Sanctuary. Celebrations for all participants will follow in classrooms

Visit our partners Hany and Mona Fouad with Arab Ministries in Spain. Trip registration is now closed, but watch for updates from the team this summer!

June 22 – 26
We’ll return to Nebraska to help put on a Vacation Bible School that includes the kids from the Hispanic Church plant. The trip will include VBS, service projects in the community and a visit to the Omaha zoo. Those who went last year can return and renew special friendships, while new team members can build new relationships with both our beloved Hispanic brothers and sisters and our friends at Avery Presbyterian Church. This trip is for students, families and adults. To join the Nebraska team, sign up below. Questions? Contact Ben Marquez at bmarquez@eastminster.org or Ann Ramseyer at local@eastminster.org.

July 27 – 31 | Registration deadline: May 15

If you can’t go out of town but want to GO, you won’t want to miss the IN-TOWN short-term mission trip to Oaks Fellowship! We’ll help Oaks Fellowship put on a Vacation Bible School at their new church facility. We will have fun sharing the love of Christ through music, drama, crafts and recreation. The VBS will run from 8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., with possible field trips in the afternoon staffed by those volunteers who want to help. Students, families and adults are all welcome to serve! We will have a great time with an inter-generational team. To join the Oaks Fellowship VBS team, sign up below. Questions? Contact Brenda Lawton at brendalawton@att.net or Ann Ramseyer at local@eastminster.org.