Ministries

ADULTS

Sunday Morning Bible Studies

During the 9:15 a.m. Bible study hour, there are a variety of classes for adults. This study time gives opportunity for Bible teaching, discussion, and fellowship with one another.

Discovery Class

This class is taught by Pastor Ben Jaquith for those who are newer to the church. The study includes thirteen lessons on the doctrine and beliefs of WBC.

Salvation / The Lordship of Christ
Basic Bible Overview
What We Believe—Terms
Baptism / Communion
Personal Spiritual Growth Overview
God’s Plan for Families
Stewardship
The Role of Church Members
The Role of the Pastor
The Role of Church Leaders
Personal Spiritual Growth
Church Membership
Overview of End-time Events

College & Career

OTHER OPPORTUNITIES & CLASSES

Colossians 2:7 Discipleship Course

TEENS

Activities and Events Include

Sunday School
Wednesday Night Youth Group
Teen Visitation & Soulwinning
Monthly Activities
Missions Trips

CHILDREN

Sunday School Classes (9:15 am)

Sunday school classes are available for children ages 2 through Grade 12 during our Sunday school hour (9:15-10:15 a.m.).

Children’s Church (Sunday 10:30 am)

Children’s church (Age 4-Grade 4) is held during the regular worship service time at 10:30 a.m. Like the adult worship service, it includes preaching, prayer, and singing.

Sunday Evening Classes (6 pm)

During the evening service, children ages 4 and up join their parents in the auditorium service. (Nursery and a 2 & 3-year-olds class are available during this time.)

Wednesday Evening Classes (7 pm)

Classes are available for children ages 2 through Grade 12. From September through May, children participate in three special “Patch the Pirate” classes: Peanut (ages 4 & 5), PeeWee (Grades 1 & 2), and “Patch the Pirate” (Grades 3-6). Based on the music of Ron “Patch” Hamilton, these classes provide an opportunity for children ages four through twelve to grow spiritually as they sing and study the Bible together.

Neighborhood Bible Time (NBT)

Since 1989, Westgate Baptist Church has hosted “Neighborhood Bible Time,” an exciting week-long children’s outreach similar to Vacation Bible School. Over the years, thousands of children have attended! Many have been saved and have made decisions to live for Christ.

NURSERY

During all of our regularly scheduled services and Sunday School sessions, nursery care is available for children from newborn through the age of three. Our nurseries are staffed by well-qualified and caring church members. A nursery call system allows the staff to contact a child’s mother should her assistance be needed during the service.

FAMILIES

Activities and Events Include

Care Groups
Ladies Brunch
Fourth of July Church Picnic
Fall Banquet
Summer Family Camp

MUSIC

The music ministry at Westgate Baptist Church is an important part of each service. By setting the tone of the service, it prepares the hearts and minds of the congregation to worship the Lord “in spirit and in truth” (John 4:24). The purpose of our music is to unify the congregation in praise and worship, and to bring to God a “sacrifice of praise” (Jer. 33:10-11; Heb. 13:15).

Church Choir

From September through June, the adult choir presents music on Sunday mornings during the worship service.. Our desire in presenting this music is to encourage a worshipful atmosphere during the service, and above all, to bring glory to the Lord.

Christmas Cantata

Orchestra

Vocal & Instrumental Ensembles

Children’s Christmas Program

IMPACT Teen Choir

Wednesday Night Children’s Classes

Based on the music of Ron “Patch” Hamilton, the Wednesday night children’s classes provide an opportunity for children ages four through twelve to grow spiritually as they sing and study the Bible together. There are three “Patch the Pirate” classes: Peanut (ages 4 & 5), PeeWee (Grades 1 & 2), and “Patch the Pirate” (Grades 3-6). “Young sailors” learn Biblical and godly character through music activities, devotional lessons, intriguing stories, and games. The program includes daily devotions for “sailors” to motivate them to read and study the Bible on their own at home.

OUTREACH

Each Tuesday night at 6:45 PM and Saturday at 1:00 PM, our church meets to go out into our community and visit those who have recently visited the church, share the gospel with our neighbors, and visit those who cannot get out or are sick. The purpose of visitation is to fulfill the Great Commission by sharing Christ and to disciple new believers.

ADULTS