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July 8, 2007

Mike and Julie Greggory are looking for a house to rent or buy
Mike and Julie need to find a new place to live by Sept 15. They wonder if someone knows of a lead on an affordable house for them to rent or buy for their growing family. Their phone number is 962-0567. Or, e-mail: julieg4sc@yahoo.com Thank you!

COMING EVENTS

Adult Education in Anderson Lounge
        Sunday, July 8                           9:00 a.m.
        Dr. James Witty, “Help for Uganda”
        Sundays, July 15 & 22                    9:00 a.m.
        Film and discussion, “The Exodus Decoded” - Facilitator: Kati Buehler

Lunch with Jim Witty and Care Corps
        Sunday, July 8                          12:00 noon
        The Community and Global Outreach Team will host a lunch for Jim and
        Suzanne Witty in the Christian Fellowship Center. $8.

Senior Activities Program
        Friday, July 13                         10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
        Sal Rodriquez, Executive Director of the Boys and Girls Club, plus:
        Bingo!

PresbyCamp Fashion Show
        Wednesday, July 11                   9:30 a.m.
        Come see all the “Latest Fashions” in the Christian Fellowship Center
        Outfits put together by campers from thrift store purchases.

Senior Activities Program
        Friday, July 20                         10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
        Friday at the Movies: “Walk the Line: the Story of Johnny Cash”

Music Academy of the West Concert
        Sunday, July 22                         2:00 p.m.
        Free concert in the Sanctuary featuring Academy Young Artists

Senior Activities Program
        Friday, July 27                         10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
        Nancy Huebner, the Santa Barbara Botanic Gardens; Plus Bible Study

PresbyCamp BBQ and Variety Show in the CFC
        Friday, July 27                         6:30 p.m.
        Fabulous food and fellowship! This is our chance to see our children show
        off their talents, their humor and their serious sides. Watch for details.

The Second Annual Saturday Sundae!
        Saturday, August 25                      2 – 4:00 p.m.
        We’re inviting the Santa Barbara Community, bring a friend!
        Free ice cream and entertainment (Dixie Daddies and Ice Cream Bones).

LIFE OF THE CHURCH

THE FLOWERS in front of the pulpit and the lectern this morning are dedicated by Dorothy Beverly in loving memory of Robert Beverly. THE FLOWERS in the chancel this morning are dedicated by Emma Lou Diemer in memory of Dorothy Diemer Hendry and Col. Wickliffe. Following the service the Deacons will take the flowers to those who are unable to attend worship.

THE ROSE on the Chancel this morning is in celebration of the birth (April 1, 2007) and baptism of Megan Leslie Bonner, daughter of Susan and Craig Bonner, Granddaughter of Mary & Thomas Hayman.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROSITY! The special appeal for funds benefiting our youth going to Youth Triennium brought in $1065. At this conference youth will learn more about the Christian community and have opportunities to learn new leadership skills.

ADULT EDUCATION for Sunday, July 8: Join Dr. Jim Witty at 9:00 a.m. in Anderson Lounge for an informative presentation on Care Corps’ work in Uganda (see insert). Stay after the 10:30 service for lunch with Jim and more information on the “Boy soldiers” and “Girl mothers.”

ADULT EDUCATION for July 15 & 22: Listen to James Camerson discuss theories about the Exodus in a video produced for the History Channel titled "The Exodus Decoded." After six years of research, a team of renowned archeologists, Egyptologists, geologists, and theologians shed new light on the Exodus and the era's ruling Egyptian Dynasty. The video will be shown in two parts, with opportunity for discussion.

AS YOU PLAN YOUR VACATION this summer, don't forget that God's work at First Presbyterian Church continues. Please remember your weekly offering to God even if you are out of town by writing your check ahead of time. And don't forget to pack your Bible!

MONDAY IS BEACH DAY! (Monday, July 9) Jr. & Sr. Hi will enjoy sun, sand, wind and waves at Summerland Beach, from 1-5 pm. Sheri: 680-5609 or sheribunn@yahoo.com

OUR MUSIC DIRECTOR and Organist Nelson C. Huber will be away on vacation the entire month of July. We are fortunate that Organist Emerita Emma Lou Diemer is substituting.

SAVE THE DATE for the First Presbyterian Church Retreat! Friday, September 27 & Saturday, September 28 at Rancho La Scherpa. The Retreat begins Friday night with a campfire program led by Mark Croshaw, singing and s’mores. Saturday will include a program by Dr. Gordon Hess and plenty of time for ropes course, crafts, swimming and games! We’ll end our time together Saturday with worship. Cost will be $25 - $95 per person, lots of options! We’ll have details coming up on how you can earn a free night at the Retreat (your cost would be $25). Download the brochure and registration form.