Wednesday, 2 March 2022

Ash Wednesday Meditation Retreat

 Entering Our Wilderness

Ash Wednesday Meditation Retreat Westside Baptist Church March 2, 2022

Please watch the retreat video using the following link. The video will only be available during 7am to midnight on March 2, 2022.

Reminders:
  • During this meditation program, please refrain from speaking (including whispering) and try your best to not make any noise, until it is over. 
  • Please maintain your solitude.
  • Before you begin, please prepare a journal and a pen for you to write down what you receive during these mediation exercises. 
  • Find yourself a location where you can be undisturbed. But if audio distraction is unavoidable, you may also want to prepare some background music or white noise to shield out those distractions.
  • You may also want to have your Bible ready, so that you can have the text before you as you meditate. We will be reading from The Message tonight. You can access the Message from the website BibleGateway.com
  • There will be a number of places in the program where you will be asked to stop the video and meditate on the questions provided. There will be a suggested length of time. You are welcome to spend more time than suggested, however, try not to spend less time on those meditations than the suggestions.
  • Please reserve about 90 minutes for this retreat program.
Background Music Credit:
  • Organic Meditations Two by Kevin MacLeod
    • Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4179-organic-meditations-two
    • License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
  • Organic Meditations Three by Kevin MacLeod
    • Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4178-organic-meditations-three
    • License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
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Saturday, 26 February 2022

February 27, 2022 Sunday Worship Links

 Sunday Service 

  • Because of new government regulations, it is now required that you provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination to participate in on-site worship services. Please have your proof of vaccination ready for checking.  Pre-registration is still needed for CitRUs. www.universe.com/westside (first come first serve)
  • If you are unable to attend worship services on-site, you are encouraged to worship with us using the live streaming on Zoom at 11:30am. 
    • Join with telephone: 
      • Call 778-907-2071 
      • When prompted, key in meeting ID: 824 7925 8787# 
      • When prompted, key in participant ID: # 
      • When prompted, key in password: 266560# 
    • o Join with internet (using Zoom app or Zoom.us website) 
      • Meeting ID: 824 7925 8787 
      • Password: 266560 
    • Or join with this link: https://tinyurl.com/EMworship
  • During this transitional period, cash donation is not accepted. The church is accepting offerings through the following methods:  
  • Announcements
  • Sermon Note | Sermon Audio
  • Monthly bulletin
CitRUs

Friday, 25 February 2022

Announcements - February 27, 2022

  • During this time of Omicron, we continue to have in person worship held at 11:30am. Please show proof of vaccination and wear a face mask. We also invite you to check your body temperature and sanitize your hands before entering the hall of worship. 
  • Brothers and sisters who are not fully vaccinated; or those who are showing any symptoms of COVID or who have other concerns, you are welcome to continue worshipping with us through Zoom at 11:30am. 
    • Join with telephone: 
      • Call 778-907-2071 
      • When prompted, key in meeting ID: 824 7925 8787# 
      • When prompted, key in participant ID: # 
      • When prompted, key in password: 266560# 
    • Join with internet (using Zoom app or Zoom.us website) 
      • Meeting ID: 824 7925 8787 
      • Password: 266560 
    • Or join with this link: https://tinyurl.com/EMworship 
  • We will not provide printed handouts for now. Please download from our website and print them at home for your personal use if needed. 
  • EM prayer meetings are held every Sunday at 10:30am in Room E. All are encouraged and welcome to attend. 
  • During this transitional period, cash donation is not accepted. The church is accepting offerings through the following methods: 
    • e-transfer to westsidebaptistoffering@gmail.com; 
    • drop off the cheque into the mail box at the main hall when attending the in-person worship service on Sundays; 
    • mail the cheque to the church. 
  • WBC101 (membership class) will start soon. Anyone who is interested to know more the biblical teachings about the gospel, the church and membership, please contact Pastor Gladys. 
  • The 30th anniversary celebration of the church will be held on May 1st. Tentatively include: 1) A joint worship service; 2) a food festival after the worship service, participants must register online, freewill offerings are welcome; 3) remake "Westside Baptist Story" short clip; 4) Give away souvenirs. 
  • According to the current government regulations, when participating in-person church gatherings, participants must: 1) show proof of vaccination; 2) sanitize hands and wear masks; 3) take body temperature; 4) maintain social distance. 
  • The Ash Wednesday video-based Meditation Retreat’s material will be available at the church website on March 2 (Wednesday) from 7am to midnight. Brothers and sisters are welcome to participate at their own time on March 2. 
  • 2021 donation receipts have been sent out by email/mail for donations over $20. Please contact the church office if you did not receive a donation receipt. 
  • Please move your car out of the underground covered parking after 15 minutes because we will be locking up the garage door.

Saturday, 19 February 2022

February 20, 2022 Sunday Worship Links

Sunday Service 

  • Because of new government regulations, it is now required that you provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination to participate in on-site worship services. Please have your proof of vaccination ready for checking.  Pre-registration is still needed for CitRUs. www.universe.com/westside (first come first serve)
  • If you are unable to attend worship services on-site, you are encouraged to worship with us using the live streaming on Zoom at 11:30am. 
    • Join with telephone: 
      • Call 778-907-2071 
      • When prompted, key in meeting ID: 824 7925 8787# 
      • When prompted, key in participant ID: # 
      • When prompted, key in password: 266560# 
    • o Join with internet (using Zoom app or Zoom.us website) 
      • Meeting ID: 824 7925 8787 
      • Password: 266560 
    • Or join with this link: https://tinyurl.com/EMworship
  • During this transitional period, cash donation is not accepted. The church is accepting offerings through the following methods:  
  • Announcements
  • Sermon Note | Sermon Audio
  • Monthly bulletin
CitRUs

Friday, 18 February 2022

Announcements - February 20, 2022

  • During this time of Omicron, we continue to have in person worship held at 11:30am. Please show proof of vaccination and wear a face mask. We also invite you to check your body temperature and sanitize your hands before entering the hall of worship. 
  • Brothers and sisters who are not fully vaccinated; or those who are showing any symptoms of COVID or who have other concerns, you are welcome to continue worshipping with us through Zoom at 11:30am.
    • Join with telephone: 
      • Call 778-907-2071 
      • When prompted, key in meeting ID: 824 7925 8787# 
      • When prompted, key in participant ID: # 
      • When prompted, key in password: 266560# 
    • Join with internet (using Zoom app or Zoom.us website) 
      • Meeting ID: 824 7925 8787 
      • Password: 266560 
    • Or join with this link: https://tinyurl.com/EMworship 
  • We will not provide printed handouts for now. Please download from our website and print them at home for your personal use if needed. 
  • EM prayer meetings are held every Sunday at 10:30am in Room E. All are encouraged and welcome to attend. 
  • During this transitional period, cash donation is not accepted. The church is accepting offerings through the following methods: 
    • e-transfer to westsidebaptistoffering@gmail.com; 
    • drop off the cheque into the mail box at the main hall when attending the in-person worship service on Sundays; 
    • mail the cheque to the church. 
  • WBC101 (membership class) will start soon. Anyone who is interested to know more the biblical teachings about the gospel, the church and membership, please contact Pastor Gladys. 
  • The 30th anniversary celebration of the church will be held on May 1st. Tentatively include: 1) A joint worship service; 2) a food festival after the worship service, participants must register online, freewill offerings are welcome; 3) remake "Westside Baptist Story" short clip; 4) Give away souvenirs. 
  • According to the current government regulations, when participating in-person church gatherings, participants must: 1) show proof of vaccination; 2) sanitize hands and wear masks; 3) take body temperature; 4) maintain social distance. At this stage organized events with meals are not encouraged. 
  • The Ash Wednesday video-based Meditation Retreat’s material will be available at the church website on March 2 (Wednesday) from 7am to midnight. Brothers and sisters are welcome to participate at their own time on March 2. 
  • Please move your car out of the underground covered parking after 15 minutes because we will be locking up the garage door.

Saturday, 12 February 2022

Announcements - February 13, 2022

  • During this time of Omicron, we continue to have in person worship held at 11:30am. Please show proof of vaccination and wear a face mask. We also invite you to check your body temperature and sanitize your hands before entering the hall of worship. 
  • Brothers and sisters who are not fully vaccinated; or those who are showing any symptoms of COVID or who have other concerns, you are welcome to continue worshipping with us through Zoom at 11:30am. 
    • Join with telephone: 
      • Call 778-907-2071 
      • When prompted, key in meeting ID: 824 7925 8787# 
      • When prompted, key in participant ID: # 
      • When prompted, key in password: 266560# 
    • Join with internet (using Zoom app or Zoom.us website) 
      • Meeting ID: 824 7925 8787 
      • Password: 266560 
    • Or join with this link: https://tinyurl.com/EMworship 
  • We will not provide printed handouts for now. Please download from our website and print them at home for your personal use if needed. 
  • EM prayer meetings are held every Sunday at 10:30am in Room E. All are encouraged and welcome to attend. 
  • During this transitional period, cash donation is not accepted. The church is accepting offerings through the following methods: 
    • e-transfer to westsidebaptistoffering@gmail.com; 
    • drop off the cheque into the mail box at the main hall when attending the in-person worship service on Sundays; 
    • mail the cheque to the church. 
  • WBC101 (membership class) will start soon. Anyone who is interested to know more the biblical teachings about the gospel, the church and membership, please contact Pastor Gladys. 
  • The 30th anniversary celebration of the church will be held on May 1st. Tentatively include: 1) A joint worship service; 2) a food festival after the worship service, participants must register online, freewill offerings are welcome; 3) remake "Westside Baptist Story" short clip; 4) Give away souvenirs. 
  • According to the current government regulations, when participating in-person church gatherings, participants must: 1) show proof of vaccination; 2) sanitize hands and wear masks; 3) take body temperature; 4) maintain social distance. At this stage organized events with meals are not encouraged. 
  • Ash Studios are available for rent. Please contact the church office for more details. 
  • Please move your car out of the underground covered parking after 15 minutes because we will be locking up the garage door.

February 13, 2022 Sunday Worship Links

 Sunday Service 

  • Because of new government regulations, it is now required that you provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination to participate in on-site worship services. Please have your proof of vaccination ready for checking.  Pre-registration is still needed for CitRUs. www.universe.com/westside (first come first serve)
  • If you are unable to attend worship services on-site, you are encouraged to worship with us using the live streaming on Zoom at 11:30am. 
    • Join with telephone: 
      • Call 778-907-2071 
      • When prompted, key in meeting ID: 824 7925 8787# 
      • When prompted, key in participant ID: # 
      • When prompted, key in password: 266560# 
    • o Join with internet (using Zoom app or Zoom.us website) 
      • Meeting ID: 824 7925 8787 
      • Password: 266560 
    • Or join with this link: https://tinyurl.com/EMworship
  • During this transitional period, cash donation is not accepted. The church is accepting offerings through the following methods:  
  • Announcements
  • Sermon Note | Sermon Audio
  • Monthly bulletin
CitRUs

Saturday, 5 February 2022

February 6, 2022 Sunday Worship Links

 Sunday Service 

  • Because of new government regulations, it is now required that you provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination to participate in on-site worship services. Please have your proof of vaccination ready for checking.  Pre-registration is still needed for CitRUs. www.universe.com/westside (first come first serve)
  • If you are unable to attend worship services on-site, you are encouraged to worship with us using the live streaming on Zoom at 11:30am. 
    • Join with telephone: 
      • Call 778-907-2071 
      • When prompted, key in meeting ID: 824 7925 8787# 
      • When prompted, key in participant ID: # 
      • When prompted, key in password: 266560# 
    • o Join with internet (using Zoom app or Zoom.us website) 
      • Meeting ID: 824 7925 8787 
      • Password: 266560 
    • Or join with this link: https://tinyurl.com/EMworship
  • During this transitional period, cash donation is not accepted. The church is accepting offerings through the following methods:  
  • Announcements
  • Sermon Note | Sermon Audio
  • Monthly bulletin
CitRUs

Friday, 4 February 2022

Announcements - February 6, 2022

  • During this time of Omicron, we continue to have in person worship held at 11:30am. Please show proof of vaccination and wear a face mask. We also invite you to check your body temperature and sanitize your hands before entering the hall of worship. 
  • Brothers and sisters who are not fully vaccinated; or those who are showing any symptoms of COVID or who have other concerns, you are welcome to continue worshipping with us through Zoom at 11:30am. 
    • Join with telephone: 
      • Call 778-907-2071 
      • When prompted, key in meeting ID: 824 7925 8787# 
      • When prompted, key in participant ID: # 
      • When prompted, key in password: 266560# 
    • Join with internet (using Zoom app or Zoom.us website) 
      • Meeting ID: 824 7925 8787 
      • Password: 266560 
    • Or join with this link: https://tinyurl.com/EMworship 
  • We will not provide printed handouts for now. Please download from our website and print them at home for your personal use if needed. EM prayer meetings are held every Sunday at 10:30am in Room E. All are encouraged and welcome to attend. 
  • During this transitional period, cash donation is not accepted. The church is accepting offerings through the following methods: 
    • e-transfer to westsidebaptistoffering@gmail.com; 
    • drop off the cheque into the mail box at the main hall when attending the in-person worship service on Sundays; 
    • mail the cheque to the church. 
  • If there has been any change in contact information or legal name/surname within the past two years, please notify the church office by February 6. The 2021 donation receipt will be sent by email. The church has sent an email last week to all brothers and sisters who have donated $20 or above in 2021 to confirm their email address. If you haven't received it yet, please contact the church office. For brothers and sisters without an email address, the church will send a donation receipt by mail. 
  • Today is the first Sunday of the month when we usually take the Lord’s supper together. For those baptized brothers and sisters please pick up the individual packed communion at the door. Those who are unable to attend the in-person worship service, we encourage you to prepare the bread and the cup and take the communion at home by following the pastoral guidance. 
  • Ash Studios are available for rent. Please contact the church office for more details. 
  • Deacon Board Meeting will be held today at 2:00pm in Room A. 
  • Please move your car out of the underground covered parking after 15 minutes because we will be locking up the garage door.