WPC Young Families Ministry

September 2025 Newsletter

Welcome Back Letter from Ashley

Meredith Miller, the author of “Woven: Nurturing A Faith Your Kid Doesn’t Have To Heal From” writes, “What if you are not meant to be a faith exemplar for your children? What if you are meant to be a regular person who loves Jesus, so that they can see what it looks like for regular people to love Jesus?”
Welcome to a season of “regular.”

New Webpage and Handbook

We have a new webpage for all things Young Families at WPC. Here you'll find details and registration information for bible studies, small groups, monthly events, and more.

 

Additionally, we have a 2025-2026 printed handbook with all of our dates and goals for the coming year. Please reach out if you have not received one. 

First Life Together Event of 2025

When Roles Reverse:

Becoming An Aging Loved One's Caregiver

September 3 at 6:30pm

Caring for aging loved ones is something many of us will become familiar with very soon, if not already. Navigating this role reversal (where you become the caregiver to someone who has cared for you) is not for the faint of heart, but it doesn’t have to be one to dread. Join us for a conversation with Stephanie Boaz as she helps us think through this stage of life to come. Her insight and resources are full of wisdom and even delight. We promise you will gain MUCH from this life-giving conversation.

Two New Bible Studies

Join us on Sundays beginning in September

Making Space When It Doesn't Make Sense

Bible Study for Women

Led by Ashley

7:00-8:30pm, Seven Sundays this Fall

At the home of Kim Crafton

 

Scripture for Today

Bible Study for Men

Led by Donovan, Guy, and Will

7:00-8:00pm, Six Sundays this Fall

In the Magnolia Room at WPC

 

We would love to have you as we dig into scripture together! Bible Studies alternate Sundays for those needing to take turns holding things down at home!

Mid-Week Moms Group

Starts NEXT Week

Thursdays in September and October

9:15-10:45am

For moms of littles who need a little break.

Join us for oil painting, yoga, rainy day activity box making, and more. This is an easy space to jump into. We would LOVE to have you. 

Childcare provided for littles not yet in school. (Registration required for childcare)

 

 

 

Journeys Sunday School Class

(Formerly Young Families)

Journeys starts back this week. We hope you'll join us in the Overlook Room - 9:45 - 10:45 a.m. on Sundays.

Sunday School Class Social

September 16 * 6:30-9:00 pm

at Kent & Jamie Capps' Home

It is such a gift to be together on Sunday mornings. But sometimes we don't get to visit with one another as much as we'd like. Find a babysitter and join us for a delightful evening with friends. All are welcome. 

Families at the Farm

September 27 * 11:00am-4:00pm

Franklin, TN

We are bringing back an old tradition at WPC of gathering for a day of fun, games, food, and togetherness. Bring your favorite lawn games, blankets, chairs, and drinks and join us!  

WPC will provide lunch. 

Musikgarten

Wednesdays September - November

4:00pm at WPC

Bring your babies and toddlers and join Kelly Posey, experienced preschool music teacher, for a lot of fun. This is a great way to meet other parents of littles as well. 

 

tl;dr

Events in September

 

3, 10, 17, 24 - Wednesday Night Dinners

 

3 - When Roles Reverse

 

4, 11, 18, 25 - Mid-Week Moms Group

 

7 - Women's Bible Study Kickoff  

 

14 - Men's Bible Study kickoff

 

19 - Journeys Sunday School (formerly Young Families) Social

 

27 - Families at the Farm

Coming in October

Don't let these sneak up on you!

 

Second LifeTogether Event of 2025: Partnership + Marriage Through the Eyes of the Enneagram

October 3-4 at WPC * Cost is $120 per couple

Led by Sophie Higgins (accredited enneagram coach), Adam DeVries, and Ashley Higgins

Curious about the Enneagram? Want to grow deeper in relationship with your partner/spouse? This retreat will be both delightful and an opportunity to grow individually and together. Join us for a Friday evening session (including dinner dates) and a Saturday morning session at WPC as we dig deeper into knowing ourselves and our partners. Childcare provided on Saturday. 

 

Second Annual Young Families Camping Trip

October 17-19 at Henry Horton State Park

Join Westminster Young Families for a fun weekend spent enjoying nature and each other at Montgomery Bell State Park. Whether you’ve backpacked your entire life or this will be your first camping trip, welcome! 

 

Serving Lunch at Room In the Inn Downtown

October 16

Did you know RITI serves lunch to 200 people Monday - Friday at its downtown location? This is a GREAT way for families with children (ideally ages 5+) to serve together. We'll join in the fun at RITI monthly. Email Ashley to join us in October. Limited to three families each month.