Serve Saturday: Community Meal
Nov
23
9:00 AM09:00

Serve Saturday: Community Meal

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Join us in making an impact by helping serve a community meal at First United Methodist Church for those who are experiencing food insecurity. Your involvement matters!

Support needed from 9:00 am - 1:30 pm. We’ll be serving a meal from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Register now to let us know you’ll be there to serve alongside us!

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Everything Westside
Nov
24
11:00 AM11:00

Everything Westside

Are you new to Westside or ready to become a member on mission with us?

Join us for this 60 min class where you will discover how to be fully engaged in our church family. You will hear about God's mission for us, our vision, and your impact. 

For those who are ready to join us on this mission and become a member of Westside, we will share with you what it means to be a member and give you the opportunity to sign a Membership Covenant. 

Children can be checked into Children’s Ministry during the 11:00am service. The class is held in our church office (house behind the church building).

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Friendsgiving for Middle & High Schoolers
Nov
24
5:00 PM17:00

Friendsgiving for Middle & High Schoolers

  • The Loft at Westside Family Church (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Middle & High Schoolers, invite your friends to join you at our annual Friendsgiving in the Loft! We will be having a baked potato buffet.

What to Bring: A dessert to share. Optional: bring a weird topping!

Potatoes, chili, bacon, sour cream, and shredded cheese will be provided.

After dinner, we will have board games and card games to enjoy with friends.

Contact Caleb Klinger for more info: 913-890-4044

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Celebrate Recovery
Nov
26
6:30 PM18:30

Celebrate Recovery

  • Westside Family Church Leavenworth (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Do you have a hurt, habit or hang-up and need help? Are you feeling emptiness, darkness, anger, sadness and other negative emotions that you wish could just break free from? Do you face the daily struggle with addictions?

Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered, 12 Step recovery program for anyone struggling with hurt, pain, or addiction of any kind.

 

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Better Love T-Shirt Deadline
Nov
30
8:30 AM08:30

Better Love T-Shirt Deadline

January 25, 2025
Doors open at 8:30am

Free T-Shirt for those who register before November 30.
T-shirts will be $10 on Dec 1

Are you seeking more joy, purpose, and fulfillment in your everyday life? What if the key to living better is loving better? At the Better Love Women’s Conference, we’ll explore how love—when rooted in faith—transforms not just our relationships, but the way we experience life itself.

Inspired by Ephesians 5:1-2, which encourages us to "walk in the way of love, just as Christ loved us," this event is designed to help women embrace a deeper, more purposeful kind of love that can change hearts and lives.

Free Chick-fil-a lunch. Also a FREE T-shirt if you register before NOV 30. T-shirts will be $10 after Dec 1.

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BiG GiVE + Unshakeable Celebration
Dec
1
8:15 AM08:15

BiG GiVE + Unshakeable Celebration

For two years we have embraced an unshakeable faith. We have been praying about what God would ask us to give at the conclusion of this unshakeable journey. Today, we bring our biggest offering of the year.

And, once again, we will unleash an unshakable love with it!

With your help, we will support organizations in our community who are reaching the lost, caring for the least, and serving the last.

Please pray about what God wants you to give.

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Chip Ceremony & Dinner at Celebrate Recovery
Dec
6
5:45 PM17:45

Chip Ceremony & Dinner at Celebrate Recovery

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Chip Ceremony & Dinner

We are celebrating that Jesus IS the answer to ALL of our struggles!

This is a very special evening for anyone who is celebrating victory from their hurts, hang-ups and habits! We will share a meal together, celebrate those taking their next steps toward recovery in a chip ceremony, and worship!

 

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Celebrate Recovery

Do you have a hurt, habit or hang-up and need help? Are you feeling emptiness, darkness, anger, sadness and other negative emotions that you wish could just break free from? Do you face the daily struggle with addictions?

Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered, 12 Step recovery program for anyone struggling with hurt, pain, or addiction of any kind.

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Family Forum  2024
Dec
11
6:30 PM18:30

Family Forum 2024

This is our annual gathering of those who have joined Westside by the signing of a Membership Covenant. This is a time of celebration and vision as we reflect on 2024 and look to 2025. We will affirm our trustees, our finance team, and the 2024 budget.

Membership is an opportunity given to those who have:

  1. Have been baptized because they have received Jesus as Savior and are committed to Him as Lord thus identifying themselves as part of the Body of Christ.

  2. Attended Everything Westside

  3. Signed a Membership Covenant to commit to loving Jesus, becoming like Jesus, and sharing Jesus by being a fully engaged member of Westside.

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Ladies Night: Craft & Potluck
Dec
12
5:30 PM17:30

Ladies Night: Craft & Potluck

Ladies, join us for an evening of food, crafts, and connecting with other ladies in our church family. You do not have to be crafty or love crafts to come.

Bring an appetizer or dessert to share.

There is no cost to come. Invite another lady to join you. We will have crafting items on hand to use.

For more information contact Heidi Smith at hsmith@westsideleavenworth.com.

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Jingle Jam
Dec
13
6:00 PM18:00

Jingle Jam

Take a break from all the baking, the shopping, the endless rolls of wrapping paper, and join us for an unforgettable Christmas experience complete with fun, games, music, and lights! Hear the songs your kids have been working on each Sunday and see the true meaning of Christmas unfold as the children present the story of Christmas.

Looking for something exciting for the entire family to do this holiday season? Register for Jingle Jam 2024!

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Celebrate Recovery (Alternate Location)
Dec
13
6:30 PM18:30

Celebrate Recovery (Alternate Location)

Celebrate Recovery will meet at the Council on Aging on this date. Normal start time at 6:30pm.

Do you have a hurt, habit or hang-up and need help? Are you feeling emptiness, darkness, anger, sadness and other negative emotions that you wish could just break free from? Do you face the daily struggle with addictions?

Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered, 12 Step recovery program for anyone struggling with hurt, pain, or addiction of any kind.

 

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Serve Saturday: Foster Parents' Night Out
Dec
14
4:00 PM16:00

Serve Saturday: Foster Parents' Night Out

We're excited to invite volunteers to help with Foster Parents' Night Out, a special event designed to provide a much-needed time of respite during the holiday season for our Westside foster families. On this special evening, foster parents can drop their children off at the church where our dedicated childcare volunteers will lead fun games and engaging activities. This gives foster parents the chance to enjoy a peaceful dinner and shop for gifts for their loved ones.

Your support and enthusiasm will make this event a memorable and meaningful experience for everyone involved. Come be a part of this heartwarming occasion and help make the holiday season a little brighter for those who give so much — register to let us know you’d like to serve!

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Middle School Swapstravaganza
Dec
14
6:00 PM18:00

Middle School Swapstravaganza

  • The Loft at Westside Family Church (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Swapstravaganza is Back for Our 6th Annual Christmas Celebration!

 
 

6:00-8:00pm

Kick off the 2024 Christmas season with us in festive style! Get ready for a fun-filled evening of holiday cheer with a lively white elephant gift exchange (gift limit: $20), delicious snacks, and cozy hot cocoa. 🎁✨

Don’t forget to bring a gift if you want to be part of the gift exchange. Let’s make this a night to remember as we celebrate the season together! 🎄🎅

 
 
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High School Swapstravaganza
Dec
18
6:00 PM18:00

High School Swapstravaganza

  • The Loft at Westside Family Church (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Swapstravaganza is Back for Our 6th Annual Christmas Celebration!

 
 

6:00-8:00pm

Kick off the 2024 Christmas season with us in festive style! Get ready for a fun-filled evening of holiday cheer with a lively white elephant gift exchange (gift limit: $20), delicious snacks, and cozy hot cocoa. 🎁✨

Don’t forget to bring a gift if you want to be part of the gift exchange. Let’s make this a night to remember as we celebrate the season together! 🎄🎅

 
 
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Celebrate Recovery: Moving to Tuesdays
Jan
7
6:30 PM18:30

Celebrate Recovery: Moving to Tuesdays

  • Westside Family Church Leavenworth (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Do you have a hurt, habit or hang-up and need help? Are you feeling emptiness, darkness, anger, sadness and other negative emotions that you wish could just break free from? Do you face the daily struggle with addictions?

Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered, 12 Step recovery program for anyone struggling with hurt, pain, or addiction of any kind.

 

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GroupLink: Join a Group
Jan
19
8:15 AM08:15

GroupLink: Join a Group

Join a Group
January 19 & 26, all services

Are you ready to step into life-giving, Christ centered community, and grow in a deeper understanding of Scripture and who God is? Find your group at GroupLink on January 19 and 26, at the end

GroupLink is when our groups open for you to sign up. Group Leaders will be present on this Sunday for you to meet and connect.

We grow in community. Connect in a group where you will be accepted, challenged and encouraged to take your Next Step in following Jesus so you can grow in your faith.

Interested in Hosting or Forming a Group?

If you are interested in hosting or forming a group, let us know by clicking the link below.

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Better Love Women's Conference
Jan
25
8:30 AM08:30

Better Love Women's Conference

January 25, 2025

Doors open at 8:30am

Are you seeking more joy, purpose, and fulfillment in your everyday life? What if the key to living better is loving better? At the Better Love Women’s Conference, we’ll explore how love—when rooted in faith—transforms not just our relationships, but the way we experience life itself.

Inspired by Ephesians 5:1-2, which encourages us to "walk in the way of love, just as Christ loved us," this event is designed to help women embrace a deeper, more purposeful kind of love that can change hearts and lives.

Free Chick-fil-a lunch.

Also a FREE T-shirt if you register before NOV 30.
T-shirts will be $10 after Dec 1.

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GroupLink: Join a Group
Jan
26
8:15 AM08:15

GroupLink: Join a Group

Join a Group
January 19 & 26, all services

Are you ready to step into life-giving, Christ centered community, and grow in a deeper understanding of Scripture and who God is? Find your group at GroupLink on January 19 and 26, at the end

GroupLink is when our groups open for you to sign up. Group Leaders will be present on this Sunday for you to meet and connect.

We grow in community. Connect in a group where you will be accepted, challenged and encouraged to take your Next Step in following Jesus so you can grow in your faith.

Interested in Hosting or Forming a Group?

If you are interested in hosting or forming a group, let us know by clicking the link below.

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Child Dedication Class
Jan
26
3:00 PM15:00

Child Dedication Class

The Child Dedication Class will help you prepare to for the Child Dedication during our services on February 9. We know it takes a tribe to raise a child. We want to join you in this high calling of raising your child in a way that it makes an eternal impact in their lives.

You will be equipped for the day of dedication and you will be introduced to resources available to help you in this most meaningful calling.

Class is on January 26 via Zoom. You will receive a link after you register.

Dedication during services on February 9, 2025.

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Child Dedication Class
May
18
3:00 PM15:00

Child Dedication Class

The Child Dedication Class will help you prepare to for the Child Dedication during our services on June 8. We know it takes a tribe to raise a child. We want to join you in this high calling of raising your child in a way that it makes an eternal impact in their lives.

You will be equipped for the day of dedication and you will be introduced to resources available to help you in this most meaningful calling.

Class is on May 18 via Zoom. You will receive a link after you register.

Dedication during services on June 8, 2025.

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Child Dedication Class
Oct
26
3:00 PM15:00

Child Dedication Class

The Child Dedication Class will help you prepare to for the Child Dedication during our services on November 9. We know it takes a tribe to raise a child. We want to join you in this high calling of raising your child in a way that it makes an eternal impact in their lives.

You will be equipped for the day of dedication and you will be introduced to resources available to help you in this most meaningful calling.

Class is on October 26 via Zoom. You will receive a link after you register.

Dedication during services on November 9, 2025.

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Celebrate Recovery
Nov
22
6:30 PM18:30

Celebrate Recovery

  • Westside Family Church Leavenworth (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Do you have a hurt, habit or hang-up and need help? Are you feeling emptiness, darkness, anger, sadness and other negative emotions that you wish could just break free from? Do you face the daily struggle with addictions?

Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered, 12 Step recovery program for anyone struggling with hurt, pain, or addiction of any kind.

 

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Celebrate Recovery
Nov
15
6:30 PM18:30

Celebrate Recovery

  • Westside Family Church Leavenworth (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Do you have a hurt, habit or hang-up and need help? Are you feeling emptiness, darkness, anger, sadness and other negative emotions that you wish could just break free from? Do you face the daily struggle with addictions?

Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered, 12 Step recovery program for anyone struggling with hurt, pain, or addiction of any kind.

 

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Ladies Night: Craft & Potluck
Nov
14
5:30 PM17:30

Ladies Night: Craft & Potluck

Ladies, join us for an evening of food, crafts, and connecting with other ladies in our church family. You do not have to be crafty or love crafts to come.

Bring an appetizer or dessert to share.

There is no cost to come. Invite another lady to join you. We will have crafting items on hand to use.

For more information contact Heidi Smith at hsmith@westsideleavenworth.com.

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Celebrate Recovery
Nov
8
6:30 PM18:30

Celebrate Recovery

  • Westside Family Church Leavenworth (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Do you have a hurt, habit or hang-up and need help? Are you feeling emptiness, darkness, anger, sadness and other negative emotions that you wish could just break free from? Do you face the daily struggle with addictions?

Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered, 12 Step recovery program for anyone struggling with hurt, pain, or addiction of any kind.

 

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Surviving the Holidays
Nov
3
5:00 PM17:00

Surviving the Holidays

Holidays can be hard. Help is near. Experiencing a hurt, habit, or hangup? Experiencing grief or loss? Experiencing financial stress? Any of these areas can feel more difficult around the holidays. We would love to help. Join us at Surviving the Holidays.

During this event, you’ll be able to attend one of the following group breakout events:

  • Celebrate Recovery - Are you struggling with a hurt, habit, or hangup? This is the environment for you.

  • Grief Share - Are you struggling with grief or loss? This the environment for you.

  • Financial Peace University - Are you finances in a bind? This is the environment for you.

Childcare is available; register to learn more.

You don’t have to go through this season alone. We want to be here for you.

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Celebrate Recovery
Nov
1
6:30 PM18:30

Celebrate Recovery

  • Westside Family Church Leavenworth (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Do you have a hurt, habit or hang-up and need help? Are you feeling emptiness, darkness, anger, sadness and other negative emotions that you wish could just break free from? Do you face the daily struggle with addictions?

Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered, 12 Step recovery program for anyone struggling with hurt, pain, or addiction of any kind.

 

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Impact: Teacher Lunch
Nov
1
11:00 AM11:00

Impact: Teacher Lunch

  • Leavenworth Senior High School (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Serve Lunch on Nov 1 from 11:00am-1:00pm
at Leavenworth High School

Sign up to serve lunch or bring a side dish or dessert. We will be able to serve them lunch as the teachers are break during their professional development day.

There are multiple ways you can help:

  • Provide a side or dessert

  • Set-up and serve the teacher's lunch

Whether you have a little time to spare or can stay for the entire event, your contribution will make a big difference. We appreciate your support for our Leavenworth school staff!

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WSM Costume Party
Oct
30
6:00 PM18:00

WSM Costume Party

Calling All Students! Get ready for a night of frightful fun!

🍕 Dress to impress in your most creative, appropriate costumes, and join us for a spooktacular evening filled with games, pizza, and awesome prizes!

🏆 Costume Contest Alert! Show off your costume skills and compete for the title of the night’s best-dressed – will you be crowned as the champion?

It’s going to be a night full of laughs, food, and fun, so don’t miss out! Bring your friends, and let’s make this a party to remember!

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Child Dedication Class
Oct
27
3:00 PM15:00

Child Dedication Class

The Child Dedication Class will help you prepare to for the Child Dedication during our services on November 11. We know it takes a tribe to raise a child. We want to join you in this high calling of raising your child in a way that it makes an eternal impact in their lives.

You will be equipped for the day of dedication and you will be introduced to resources available to help you in this most meaningful calling.

Class is on October 27 via Zoom. You will receive a link after you register.

Dedication during services on November 10, 2024.

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Everything Westside
Oct
27
11:00 AM11:00

Everything Westside

Are you new to Westside or ready to become a member on mission with us?

Join us for this 60 min class where you will discover how to be fully engaged in our church family. You will hear about God's mission for us, our vision, and your impact. 

For those who are ready to join us on this mission and become a member of Westside, we will share with you what it means to be a member and give you the opportunity to sign a Membership Covenant. 

Children can be checked into Children’s Ministry during the 11:00am service. The class is held in our church office (house behind the church building).

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Adopt-A-Child Christmas Gift Cards Due
Oct
27
8:15 AM08:15

Adopt-A-Child Christmas Gift Cards Due

 ADOPT-A-CHILD CHRISTMAS TREE

October 6 - 27, 2024

You can join us and let foster families in Leavenworth County and Atchison County know that we are for them by giving them $25.00 gift cards to help them buy gifts for the children they have brought into their home. Being a foster family is a huge calling and we want them to feel our love and be encouraged this Christmas.

The Adopt-A-Child Christmas tree will be in the back of the Church with Donation Tags on the tree limbs beginning on October 6. Take a tag and donate in $25 increments in Walmart gift cards. Bring the tag and the card(s) back by Sunday, October 27. There will be a basket by the tree to collect the tags and cards.

Donations can also be made on our website or app by October 31 and we will purchase the gift cards for you. All donations will be used to help foster families provide Christmas gifts for their foster children.

For more information or for questions, contact Caroline Webster at cwebster@westsideleavenworth.com.

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Celebrate Recovery
Oct
25
6:30 PM18:30

Celebrate Recovery

  • Westside Family Church Leavenworth (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Do you have a hurt, habit or hang-up and need help? Are you feeling emptiness, darkness, anger, sadness and other negative emotions that you wish could just break free from? Do you face the daily struggle with addictions?

Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered, 12 Step recovery program for anyone struggling with hurt, pain, or addiction of any kind.

 

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Community Prayer and Worship Night
Oct
20
6:00 PM18:00

Community Prayer and Worship Night

Prayer + Scripture + Song + Dessert

Join us for this powerful night of prayer & worship with churches from Leavenworth County. We will unite in prayer as ONE CHURCH to represent the beautiful diversity and unity of God’s Kingdom Family. In a time where our country is becoming more divided as we move closer to a national election, we will stand together in the hope we have in Jesus.

Prayer moments will be led by Leavenworth County ministers. The worship in song will be a collaborative effort.

This will be held here at Westside. Help us welcome our Kingdom Family from other churches by giving them parking preference and connecting with them when they join us.

Also, bring a side dessert to share!

 
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Adopt-A-Child Christmas Tree
Oct
20
8:15 AM08:15

Adopt-A-Child Christmas Tree

 ADOPT-A-CHILD CHRISTMAS TREE

October 6 - 27, 2024

You can join us and let foster families in Leavenworth County and Atchison County know that we are for them by giving them $25.00 gift cards to help them buy gifts for the children they have brought into their home. Being a foster family is a huge calling and we want them to feel our love and be encouraged this Christmas.

The Adopt-A-Child Christmas tree will be in the back of the Church with Donation Tags on the tree limbs beginning on October 6. Take a tag and donate in $25 increments in Walmart gift cards. Bring the tag and the card(s) back by Sunday, October 27. There will be a basket by the tree to collect the tags and cards.

Donations can also be made on our website or app by October 31 and we will purchase the gift cards for you. All donations will be used to help foster families provide Christmas gifts for their foster children.

For more information or for questions, contact Caroline Webster at cwebster@westsideleavenworth.com.

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Celebrate Recovery
Oct
18
6:30 PM18:30

Celebrate Recovery

  • Westside Family Church Leavenworth (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Do you have a hurt, habit or hang-up and need help? Are you feeling emptiness, darkness, anger, sadness and other negative emotions that you wish could just break free from? Do you face the daily struggle with addictions?

Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered, 12 Step recovery program for anyone struggling with hurt, pain, or addiction of any kind.

 

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