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.

Wednesdays, January 29, February 5, 12, 19, 6:30 – 8 p.m.; C-15
Ready to join the church? Our team of pastors and leaders will help equip you with everything you need to join the Eastminster family. We’ll look at our leadership, mission denomination and more during this four-week class, as well as take a spiritual gifts assessment to help you find a place to serve. Register with Ginger Cox at 634.0337, ext. 2011, or gcox@eastminster.org. Child care is available.

February 21 – 23. Cost: $125. Registration Deadline: February 10
Join us for an incredible weekend of community, worship, and fun at Westminster Woods.

Join us to begin the season of Lent as we focus on preparing our hearts through repentance, fasting and prayer.

March 4, Locations TBA
In place of youth group, each small group will build community by doing something fun together! A list of the times and locations for each group will be posted soon.

March 6, tutorial at 6:30 p.m., dance 7 – 9; Gym
Everyone’s invited for a fun evening of live music and dancing. If you’ve never done contra dancing before, no worries, we’ll teach you how! It’s easy and great for a big group. Contra dance is a group line dance which involves a caller, with dancers forming pairs and moving up and down the length of the room. The caller will walk us through each dance before it starts. This evening is designed for ages 10 and up (or younger children who can follow directions well), so come have some fun! Drinks provided, but please bring a snack to share.

Come practice your aim as we mix it up in the Gym with a little dodgeball with boys and their dads, granddads or significant adult male. For third – fifth grade. Register with Julie by March 8.

Sunday, March 15, 6 – 8 p.m.; Student Center
Spring break is here! If you are still in town, enjoy a camp fire and good vibes!

March 27 or March 28
At Eastminster, one of our values is generation to generation. Because we believe in a vibrant, multigenerational church who learns from one another, we want to provide the opportunity to gather, connect and simply be together. The Gathering is a one-time dinner for a small group of people hosted in a home. Those in the group may be in the same or different life stage as you, and the evening will be one of conversation and connection. Your host will provide a main dish – just bring a side to share. Your host will contact you with more details closer to the event. Registration will open soon.

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 >>

The weekend includes delicious food, crafts, small groups and community, along with worship. Register at westminsterwoodscamp.com.

Our three Sunday services will be held at their usual times (8, 9:30 and 11 a.m.) as we celebrate the beginning of Holy Week.

Bring your entire family for a disc golf scramble! Groups of four – six will participate in a tournament with awesome prizes. Hot dogs and hamburgers served at 12:30 p.m., tournament starts at 1:30, and there will be an optional clinic at 1:15 for those who wish to learn the basics of the game. Registration will open soon.

Cost: $10/family or $5/person

Sunday, April 26, 6 – 8 p.m.; Location: TBD
Join us as we close out the school year with burgers, brats and Italian Ice! We will play yard games, swim and play ultimate frisbee.

Sunday, May 3, 6 – 8 p.m.; Fellowship Hall
This is an evening designed to celebrate and honor our graduating seniors. This special event will consist of dinner, laughter and perhaps a few tears. It is open to all family members. RSVP to Libby Derby at 634.0337 or lderby@eastminster.org. Cost: $8 per person with a $24 family max.

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 | Registration deadline: March 15
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.