Fellowship - Western Blvd Presbyterian Church

Wednesday Night Live- A 25+ year tradition

This program consists of two segments. The fall segment is a 10 week long program starting after Labor Day and the winter segment runs from January through March. Both segments include a catered meal, pot luck or a meal cooked by our members. Programming is varied to include Bible studies, current events, outside speakers and puppet show or other entertainment events. A special feature is a chili cook off in winter. Nursery care is available. Children’s program is also included.

Men of the Church

This group comes together to help in a variety of ways, including cooking breakfast the second Sunday of each month from September through May. The men pull together when needed to help in a variety of projects including Day at the Lake, Loyalty Night, and Fall Fun Afternoon. Our version of cooking is never dull and will always get your attention.

August 16th 2009– 60th Anniversary of WBPC

Over 250 members and old friends joined together on Sunday August 16, 2009 to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the church. The worship service included words from current pastor Betty Connette, first pastor of the church Bob Bluford and charter member Brady Jefcoat. Historical pictures and items were on display. The potluck meal after the worship service in the Fellowship Hall (with provided fried chicken) was enjoyed by many of the 250 plus attendees. Special events included a birthday celebration of our 90+ members. The following 90+ members and guests were recognized: Hazel Raynor, Willagene Minnis, Brady Jefcoat and Bob Bluford. The church also recognized our cornerstone members –those members who belonged before the church moved to its current location. Cornerstone members Peggy Stevens, Ronnie Pittman and Joyce Barbour made brief remarks at the dinner. In addition to current staff, interim ministers Richard Nystrom and David Garrison were present as well as Yvonne Byers wife of long time minister Ed Byers.

October 4th – 2009 Concert on the Lawn

This annual event is a way to bring people together and help support the Avent West Community helping support Kids Café, enriching the lives of kids that need help in education fundamentals. Over 300 people attended the event and enjoyed hearing The Taylors sing and the Paco Band play. Attendees also enjoyed the BBQ chicken meal. Young people enjoyed games on the lawn and in the play ground.

The Taylors– a mixed gospel quartet sang. This quartet recently won first place in the National Quartet Convention. For more information see thetaylors

Day at the Lake!

Day at the Lake was held at Falls Lake, Sandling Beach, picnic shelter #4. Betty led the group in some fun mixers. Thanks to Ron, Jennifer, John, Ronnie and Carolyn a wonderful meal of hamburgers, hotdogs, corn on the cob was enjoyed by all. Approximately 80 people enjoyed swimming, fishing, hiking, games, food and fellowship.

Fellowship Committee:

The Fellowship Committee welcomes anyone interested in a helping plan and coordinate our variety of fellowship activities. Various social events scheduled throughout the year include Day at the Lake and Wednesday Night Live, Dinner for Eight, Second-Sunday Men of the Church Breakfasts, and other Special Events.