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October 21, 2007

Ladera Bible Club Visits Willoughby World
The Ladera Bible Club, which is supported by our church, enjoys a great time at Willoughby World, home of Bert and Geri Willoughby. Looks like everyone is having fun! The leaders are Dave Sommers and their daughter Hannah Sommers. They do a wonderful job.
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PRAYER AND INTERCESSION

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

Pray for:

Missionary Nita Hansen, God’s Hidden Treasures, Ukraine

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

Our military personnel serving in the Middle East: Andrew Gaston; 2 n d Lt. Gregory Adams (step-grandson of Earle and Susan Howey); Lt. Sean Gardner, grandson of Jeannette Klingler; and Chaplain's Asst. Jonathon Marroquin (fiancé of Jennifer Hauser's sister); 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

Thanksgiving: Sgt. Donald Adams (nephew of Jay & Marilyn Torrey) has returned safely home

Retired ministers Jim Nielsen of San Luis Obispo and Walter Robie of Cambria

COMING EVENTS

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

        Sundays, October 21 & 28 and November 4, Dr. Helen Rhee,

                “Early Christian Persecution and Martyrdom ”

Presbyterian Women’s Luncheon

        Thursday, October 25                        12 noon

        Meryle Gaston: “Hearing God’s Call: Christianity in the Middle East”

        Lunch: $8. call 687-0754 for reservation by Monday, October 22.

Westmont Fall Choral Festival

        Friday, October 26                                7:00 p.m.

        A variety of choral styles. Free admission.

Stewardship “Commitment and Celebration” Sunday Luncheon

        Sunday, October 28                              12 noon

        Celebrate together! Lunch: $8. Sign up on the patio or call 687-0754

Faith and Literature Women’s Reading Group

        Wednesday, November 7                     9:30 – 11:00 a.m.

        Meet in Anderson Lounge. Questions call: 687-4995

Annual Flu shot Clinic

        Sunday, November 11                          8:45 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.

        Open to the community - in Anderson Lounge.

Annual Craft Boutique

        Sunday, November 11                           8:30 a.m. – 12 noon

        Handmade gifts and holiday decorations in the Fireside Lounge.

Stewardship Sunday is coming!

October 28, 2007.

The theme for the 2008 campaign is

Growing Our Generous Congregation!

Following worship on Sunday October 2 8 t h , stay for a celebratory luncheon ($8). Sign-up on the patio after worship.

LIFE OF THE CHURCH

THE FLOWERS this morning are dedicated by Lynn Handloser in loving memory of her husband, John, to honor his birthday; and to thank Juleine for all her work in our church. Following worship the Deacons will take the flowers to those who are ill or homebound .

ADULT EDUCATION IN OCTOBER - Join us Sundays at 9:00 a.m. in Anderson Lounge. On October 21 & 28, and November 4, Dr. Helen Rhee will teach a 3-week course on: “Early Christian Persecution & Martyrdom: Why They Still Matter to Our Faith Today.

YOUTH EVENTS - Youth Committee Meeting , 5:30 pm in Youth Annex, Tuesday, October 23. Junior High Parents' Meeting at Family Fun Night , Friday, October 26. Family Fun Night from 6-8 pm, including Junior High Slam , dinner (bring a side dish). Come hear about the plans for the rest of the year and connect with Sheri and youth leaders! High School Jesus Ninjas , Thursday, October 25, 7-9 pm, Pumpkin Bowling and bobbing for apples contest.

DO YOU HAVE ANY OLD PHOTOS of First Presbyterian Church activities? The Celebration Team would love copies for our 14 0 t h Anniversary Party. Bring your photos to the church - attention: Roberta MacKenzie.

FAIR TRADE CHOCOLATE BARS ARE HERE! They are $3.00 each. The word is that the organic cocoa market has risen steeply, and it looks like the trend will continue. In recent years large companies have entered the market. This has caused the demand and the price to go up. Regretfully, our price will go up too. We know you will enjoy every bite. Thank you for your support of the Equal Exchange Interfaith program. 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.

SUNDAY, NOV. 11 - The Sansum Clinic nurses will be administering flu shots in Anderson Lounge, 8:45 -10:15 a.m. ($10 donation). Alternative dates and locations are posted on the Health Ministry Board in the Fireside Lounge. Protect yourself this flu season, mark your calendar today !

IT’S TIME TO ORDER YOUR PECANS, order forms are available in the reception office now!

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, email Chuck at: ccurtis@fpcsb.org or call 687-0754, x 102. All prayer requests are kept confidential.

Monthly Financial Report

Our church is dependent upon our pledges and donations to do God’s work in our congregation, community and the world. As has been reported in recent Congregational meetings and in the annual report, our expenses have exceeded our income for the past several years. The following report will be provided monthly to assure that members of the congregation are aware of the need for additional operating income in the near future. In the meantime, shortfalls in income from donations and other sources will be covered by the use of reserve funds which have been built up over previous years.

Church Operating Fund*, 2007 thru September

        Income: $ 680,107

        Expenses:       $ 841,320

        Difference:     $(161,213)

*Does not include income or expenses of the Early Childhood Center