About Us

Essentials of Faith

We believe the Bible—Old and New Testaments—is the fully inspired Word of God and the final authority for faith and life, revealing God’s saving work fulfilled in Jesus Christ.

We believe in one God, eternally existing as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, the sovereign Creator and Sustainer of all.

We believe Jesus Christ is true God and true man, born of the Virgin Mary, who died for our sins, rose bodily from the dead, ascended into heaven, and now reigns as our High Priest and Mediator.

We believe the Holy Spirit brings new life, convicts of sin, unites us to Christ, guides us into truth, equips us for service, and seals us for redemption.

We believe salvation is by God’s grace alone through faith in Christ alone, by which God forgives our sins, declares us righteous, and adopts us as His children.

We believe the Church is the body of Christ, made up of all who trust in Him, and expressed in local congregations where the Word is faithfully preached, the sacraments rightly administered, and Christ’s love shared in community.

We believe Jesus Christ will come again—personally, visibly, and bodily—to judge the living and the dead and to bring God’s redemptive plan to its fulfillment.

We believe Christ calls all believers to proclaim the gospel, make disciples of all nations, and live lives of sacrificial love and faithful service, walking in the good works God has prepared for us.

These essentials are expressed more fully in the Westminster Confession of Faith.

In essentials, unity.
In non-essentials, liberty.
In all things, charity.

Our Name and Identity

The name “Westminster” is locational, referring to Westminster Abbey in London, England. It is historical because in 1643, the English Parliament called upon learned, godly and judicious clergy to meet at Westminster Abbey in order to provide advice on issues of worship, doctrine, government and discipline of the Church of England. It is theological because “the Westminster Assembly,” over a period of five years, produced the confession of faith, as well as a Larger Catechism and a Shorter Catechism.

“Presbyterian” is organizational. It refers to our system of governance. We are an elder-led church, which means every year members of the congregation nominate a new class of elders to lead the church. They are ordained and installed for leadership and serve a term of three years. The Elders are responsible for the spiritual welfare of the congregation. The Biblical term is “Presbuteros” which means “Elder.” This is where we get the word “Presbyterian.” Presbyterian is also a theological term. Our history is tied to reformed theology.

The “Church” was instituted by Jesus Christ and refers to a Christian people gathered with a shared identity and mission.

Values

WE exist to glorify and enjoy God forever.
WE gather for God on Sundays.
WE grow in grace in community.
WE serve with heart in ministry and mission.
WE give with gratitude to share God’s blessing with the world.
WE transform lives through Christ to change the world.

Leadership

Session (Elders)

Rev. Elliott Powell — Moderator/Teaching Elder (TE)

Steve Jones — Treasurer

David Rhodes — Clerk

Mary Zickefoose — Personnel

Brian Sikes — Facilities

Justin Biggs — Discipleship

Carol Keeling — Discipleship

Drew Gray — Worship

Courtney Frank — Intl Mission

Nancy Foster — Local Mission
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Deacons

Kim Ethridge — Community Events, Moderator

Kelsey Zickefoose — Community Events, Vice Moderator

Sue Faison — Local Outreach

Molly Denny — Church Events

Geanna Tubbs — Church Events

Nicole Butler — Local Outreach

Alice Cunningham — Community Events

Chris Jones — Local Outreach

Staff

Rev. Elliott Powell, Pastor

Boyce Wyrick, Traditional Music Director

Ruby Guerra, Director of Church Operations

Cassandra McDonald, Director of Kids Ministry

Seth Appleton, Connections Director

Hannah Lee, Organist

Beverly Fleming, Children’s Choir Director

Susan Martin, Administrative Assistant

Roxi Hays, Finance Assistant

Michelle Williams, Cook

Chloë Westbrook, Lead Youth Intern

Cason Harrist – Youth Intern

Chloe Clanton – Kids Min Intern

Landon Clark – Kids Min Intern

2025 Congregational Report

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Click to download the 2025 Annual Report to see highlights from worship, discipleship, mission, and ministry, and learn how our church continues to grow, serve, and give with gratitude.