• During the worship, when the pastor extends the invitation to join and gives the altar call, you may go down the aisle to inform the pastor of your desire to join. You may also inform the pastor or Session member privately.
• You must attend and complete membership classes.
• Upon completion of the classes, the method of acceptance will be determined.
• The Session will then interview you. You will be introduced to the congregation and given the right hand of fellowship.

Westminster opens its door with the love of God, through Jesus Christ, empowered by the Holy Spirit. Membership shall not be denied any person because of race, economic or social circumstances, or any other reason not related to profession or faith.


The Physical Plant:

The Westminster Presbyterian Church at 2230 West Jefferson Boulevard and 3rd Avenue stands stately and tall with its tiled Spanish roof, belfry and cross. The bulletin board proudly announces the weekly services, and the cornerstone historical data. Endowed with magnificent stained glass windows, and rich in Christian symbolism, the edifice inspires all who are mindful of these resources to enter with praise, thanksgiving and clean hearts – ready to serve and worship Him.

The east wing, a three level Educational Unit, contains the reception office on the main floor, the MacPherson Parlor, conference room, ladies lounge, Alexander Chapel, Pastor’s study, Deacon’s supply, first-aid, and storage rooms. The upper level contains the Sunday School Offices, Trustee room, video room, classrooms, Associate Pastor’s Office and a chapel. The lower level has rooms of varying sizes. This level is dominated by Fellowship Hall, with kitchen and pantry. Public restrooms are on each level.

The SANCTUARY of Gothic and Romanesque architecture has a vaulted ceiling, arched structure with hanging lamps. Wheel chairs can be accommodated. The carved Communion table inscribed “Do this in Remembrance of Me” contains a graded cross with three steps symbolic of faith, hope and charity. Two candles on either side of the cross represent the two natures o our Lord, the human and the divine. The candelabra’s seven branches and candles represent the gifts of the Holy Ghost or Holy Spirit, which are: wisdom, understanding, counsel, strength, knowledge, godliness, and the fear of the Lord. Over the choir loft is a Celtic Cross, above which is a large three-paneled window in brilliant colors of “Christ Praying on the Rock in the Garden.” The choir room behind the loft has an extensive music library, robe closets, restrooms, and lounge. Above the loft is a chamber which houses the pipes for the organ.

The church was built in 1931, and acquired by the Westminster congregation of June 12, 1949. It has been declared an historical site by the City of Los Angeles.

Future Plans:

In keeping with its mission to reach out to serve the community both spiritually and physically, plans are underway to make Westminster a community center. This would include expanding its programs to include computer training for seniors and youth and enlarging the present clothing and food bank.

Plans are also underway to remodel the kitchen, restrooms main office and to install an elevator.

We also look forward to expanding our senior housing program.


Structure of the Presbyterian Church (USA)

The Presbyterian Church, USA consists of 16 synods, 173 Presbyteries, 11,333 Churches and 2,558,198 member.

Our church is in the Synod of Southern California and Hawaii.

There are eight Presbyteries in this synod HANMI, Los Ranchos, The Pacific, Riverside, San Diego, San Fernando, San Gabriel and Santa Barbara.

Our church is in the Pacific Presbytery.

Commit your work to the Lord,
Then it will succeed.
Psalms 16:3