Westminster Area College Ministry of the DE-MD Synod

03/24/2026

This week ended our small bible study group at McDaniel. We will pick up again in the fall and invite anyone interested to reach out to Deacon Nicki Roop

03/01/2026

Deacon Nicki worshipped in western Carroll County with Pastor Nicole and the people of St. Luke's, New Windsor. Today's sermon focused on Nicodemus and how it's a reflection of Jesus' love for us. While a windy morning, the sun shone bright on their cross.

02/24/2026

Every Tuesday at 430pm this semester, McDaniel's campus Chaplain, Dr. Smith, is holding Breathe: A Reflective Gathering in Little Baker Chapel. A time of grounding, reflection, and a pause from campus life. Today's word was "expectations." What are your expectations each day as you wake?

02/15/2026

Deacon Nicki worshipped with the people of St. John's Westminster this morning. Pr. Chris gave a thoughtful and thought-provoking sermon on the Transfiguration, and the congregation welcomed two new members today. Carroll County is slowly thawing and melting from the snow and ice. 🫠

02/06/2026

Please join us and share!

02/03/2026

We braved the elements this evening for the first small group meeting of the semester at McDaniel. If you're a first or second year female student, please reach out to Deacon Nicki to join us!

01/22/2026

In anticipation of this weekend’s winter storm, McDaniel College will close at 8 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 24. The college will remain closed on Sunday, Jan. 25, and Monday, Jan. 26, with all undergraduate classes canceled on Tuesday, Jan. 27, to allow for residential student move-in to take place beginning at noon. Spring undergraduate classes are now slated to begin on Wednesday, Jan. 28. A decision about the opening of all campus offices on Tuesday is to be determined. Additional information has been emailed to the campus community regarding Tuesday’s move-in. Students, faculty, and staff should continue to check the official sources found in the college’s inclement weather policy for updates. https://www.mcdaniel.edu/student-life/campus-safety/inclement-weather-policy

12/18/2025

Join us for a Young Adult Retreat with our friends from the Episcopal Diocese of Maryland
Young Adult Retreat (18-35-ish)
Jan. 3-4, 2026
Claggett Center, Frederick, MD
Cost is $50. Register on the Synod website: https://www.demdsynod.org/young-adults

12/04/2025

12/04/2025

Tonight was McDaniel College's Out of Darkness event celebrating religious and cultural traditions with over 25,000 lights & 700 luminaries. Deacon Nicki Roop was grateful for an invitation to President Jasken's reception where she had the chance to chat with Dr. Jasken, as well as a few other alumni.

11/16/2025

Thank you to the InterVarsity students who worshiped & ate breakfast with us today at Grace Lutheran Church during McDaniel's family weekend. And thanks to Grace's fellowship committee for a delicious breakfast!