Dear Westminster Presbyterian Church Family,

Please read on for an update from the Session’s December meeting.

FINANCIAL & BUDGET UPDATE

The Session received a year-end financial update reflecting encouraging giving trends and careful stewardship as 2025 draws to a close. Based on historical patterns and current projections, the elders expressed confidence in the church’s overall financial position.

In addition, the Session unanimously approved the 2026 operating budget recommendation from the Budget Committee, which will remain flat at $3.78 million. Now that the total amount and departmental allocation has been approved, our ministry leaders will prepare the budget allocation within their ministry departments and the finalized budget will be posted in February 2026 at wpcgo.com/give. The elders are committed to aligning our financial resources with Westminster’s mission and ministry priorities, trusting the Lord’s provision as we plan for the year ahead.

CAPITAL CAMPAIGN UPDATE

The Session received an encouraging update on the progress of the capital campaign. Elders have participated in a number of conversations with families and individuals across the congregation, and feedback has been consistently positive and hopeful.

Work continues toward developing clearer plans and visual renderings related to proposed improvements, particularly with respect to the multipurpose building, despite having some delays in the process as alternate contractual partners were interviewed and engaged. The Session emphasized the importance of prayerful dependence on the Lord throughout this process and encouraged continued prayer for wisdom, unity, and generosity as we move forward together.

MEMBERSHIP UPDATE

The Session celebrated the addition of our new members who joined our church earlier in December. We are committed to welcoming, shepherding, and caring for them as part of our church family.

MINISTRY & STAFFING

The Session discussed recent staffing transitions at a high level, focusing on continuity of care and leadership within key ministries. This includes Stephen Berry, ROAR Sports Director, who is resigning to pursue full-time seminary training at Covenant Theological Seminary in St. Louis, as well as a reminder of Courtney Denton’s resignation, which was addressed previously in a congregation-wide email. Both transitions are effective at the end of 2025. Plans are in place to ensure these ministries continue to be supported well during seasons of transition, and the elders will continue to remain attentive to the health and flourishing of both staff and congregation.

POLICY UPDATE

The Session approved a change to the church’s gift acceptance policy to provide clearer guidance on certain types of non-cash gifts. This update helps ensure responsible stewardship and consistency in how gifts are received and managed.

Please stay tuned each month for continued updates from the Westminster Session. If you have questions about any of the items mentioned in this monthly update or want more details, please email wpcsession@wpcgo.com.