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September 9, 2007

LIFE GROUPS BEGIN AGAIN
LIFE GROUPS for the fall term start the week of October 7. Schedules and
sign-up sheets will be available on the Patio beginning Sunday September 16.
All are encouraged to join a Life Group whether you are a continuing
participant or a first timer. It's a great way to have study and fellowship
with others in our church family. See the schedule below.  Questions?  Call Esther or Don Bennett,
569-2728.

A big thank you goes to Don and Esther Bennett for agreeing to serve as coordinators for the Life Groups Program, and another big thank you goes to Kati Buehler for getting the program off to such a great start!

Look over the following opportunities and start to think about where you will fit a Life Group into your schedule.

        Anne Shelton - open to all, Wednesday afternoon

        Kati Buehler - women, Wednesday evening

        Peter Buehler - open to all, Wednesday evening

        Gordon Hess - men, Tuesday morning

        Gordon and Sandy Hess - couples, Wednesday evening

        Esther Bennett - open to all, Tuesday evening

        Esther Bennett - women, Thursday afternoon

        Lee and Diane Kirkpatrick - open to all Wednesday evening

In Memoriam

Janice Miller – August 21, 2007

Jane Morrison – September 1, 2007

Tracy Bella – September 1, 2007

PRAYER AND INTERCESSION

Join us Wednesdays in Anderson Lounge for prayer 12:15-12:45p.m.

Pray for:

·       Missionary John Witty (Care Corps) in China

·       Those who are sick, hospitalized or recovering and need our support

·       Our military personnel serving in the Middle East: Andrew Gaston; 2 nd Lt. Gregory Adams (step-grandson of Earle and Susan Howey); Capt. Sean Gardner, grandson of Jeannette Klingler; and Chaplain's Asst. Jonathon Marroquin (fiancé of Jennifer Hauser's sister); Sgt. Donald Adams (nephew of Jay & Marilyn Torrey); Kyle Lauth (grandson of Dolores Crisp) , the people of the Middle East, the pastors and people of the churches and for all those working for peace in Iraq and around the world

·       Congregation and staff at First Presbyterian Church of Grover Beach, Pastor Jan Armstrong

COMING EVENTS

Adult Education in Anderson Lounge at 9:00 a.m.

        Sunday, September 9, 16, 23, 30 - Dr. George Gilmour: “The Psalms”

“Odd Month Ed.” in Anderson Lounge at 10:30 a.m.

        Sunday, September 9, 16, 23, 30 - Dr. Wennberg: The Moral Community

Youth Ministries Team meeting

        Tuesday, September 11                               6:00 p.m.

        Meet in the Youth lounge.

Presbyterian Women’s Bible Study

        Wednesday, September 12                         12 noon – 1:30 p.m.

        We will start the new Presbyterian Women’s Bible Study about Ruth and

        Jonah. Join Rev. Judith Muller in Anderson Lounge; bring your own lunch.

Senior Activities Program

        Friday, September 14                                  10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

        “Einstein, the Man”: Jim Kortright; Plus: Catch Phrase! It’s a great game.

The Clipper Club, Spares and Pairs

        Friday, September 14                                  6:30 p.m.

        Dinner by Kay! $13, Call 687-0754 for reservation by Sept. 10.

Youth Pancake Breakfast

        Sunday, September 16                               10:00 a.m. & 11:45 a.m.

        Pancake breakfast: $6.00. Exciting Auction fundraiser for youth program

Senior Activities Program

        Friday, September 21                               10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

        Mystery and Music; Plus: Bible Study with Judith

Presbyterian Women’s Dinner and Program

        Monday, September 24                            5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

        Dr. Bob Ohman: “Hearing God’s Call” $9, call 687-0754 for reservation.

Senior Activities Program

        Friday, September 28                               10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

        Dances of Hawaii with Helen and her troupe; Plus BINGO!

LIFE OF THE CHURCH

THE FLOWERS in front of the pulpit and lectern this morning are dedicated by Pat and Joe Blanton in celebration of their 48 th wedding anniversary. The center bouquet is dedicated by Herb Linville in honor of Velma Patterson’s birthday. Following worship the Deacons will take the flowers to those who are ill or homebound.

ADULT EDUCATION — Sundays, September 9 th – 30 th

                The Rev. George Gilmour will present a series of four classes on the Psalms at the 9:00 hour in Anderson Lounge.

        Starting a new thing! “Odd Month Ed” In this “odd” month of September your Adult Education Ministry Team offers a class at the 10:30 hour for those who attend the 9:00 a.m. worship service. After fellowship on the patio, please join Dr. Bob Wennberg in Anderson Lounge for his class on everyday choices and how they reflect one’s character.

YOUTH GROUPS High School Youth Group on Thursday Night from 7-9 pm! Come hang out, raid the fridge... Junior High Youth Group on Friday Night from 6-7:30 pm!

THE PRAYER CHAIN is available to pray for your needs. In the Narthex and Fireside Lounge are Prayer Boxes provided by the Congregational Care Ministry. Please fill out a request form and leave it in the box, or call Juleine: 687-0754, x 110. All prayer requests are kept confidential.

BABY FAIR Place: Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital Date: Saturday September 15, 2007 Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

FAIRLY TRADED COFFEE is served at our Fellowship time (currently only Regular, not Decaf). Your donation helps defray the added cost of this coffee which we purchase to help the small coffee growers. Packaged coffee is available for purchase on the patio. WANTED: A person to coordinate purchase and sales. See Judith Muller.

DO YOU HAVE ANY OLD PHOTOS of First Presbyterian Church activities? The Celebration Team would love to have copies for our 140 th Anniversary Party. Bring your photos to the church office -  attention: Roberta MacKenzie.

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.