Presbyterian Women's Luncheon Presents "Hearing God's Call"
On Thursday, October 25, the PW monthly meeting was a luncheon, and the program was a look at Middle Eastern Christianity today. Basing her talk on some of her recent encounters in Jordan and Syria, Merle Gaston gave a most interesting analysis of Christians representing many traditions.
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COMMUNITY INTERFAITH THANKSGIVING SERVICE
Sponsored by the Greater Santa Barbara Area
Clergy Association
TUESDAY November 20th 7PM
First United Methodist Church of Santa Barbara
RELIGION: BRIDGE OR BARRIER?
Guest Speaker:
Mark Juergensmeyer, Ph.D
Professor of Sociology UCSB
In our desire to allow participation from the greatest number of faith traditions, the Clergy Association has decided that all worship music for our service will be sung without instrumental accompaniment.
The Offering will go to THE FOOD BANK
Light Reception Following
First United Methodist Church
(corner of Garden and Anapamu)
305 E. Anapamu Santa Barbara, Ca 93101
Phone: 805- 963-3579 Email: office@fumcsb.org |
In Memoriam
Ruth St. John – October 12, 2007
George Thomas – October 17, 2007
COMING EVENTS
Adult Education in Anderson Lounge at 9:00 a.m.
Sundays, October 28 and November 4, Dr. Helen Rhee,
“Early Christian Persecution and Martyrdom”
Stewardship “Commitment and Celebration” Sunday Luncheon
Sunday, October 28 12 noon
Celebrate together! Lunch: $8. Join us in the Christian Fellowship Center.
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.
PRAYER AND INTERCESSION
Pray for:
- Missionaries John & Anne Wheeler-Waddell in Ethiopia
- Those who are sick, hospitalized or recovering and need our support
- Our military personnel serving in the Middle East: Andrew Gaston; 2nd 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); Kyle Lauth (grandson of Dolores Crisp); Jason Bang (grandson of Margie Bang); 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, staff at Community Presbyterian Church of Pismo Beach, Pastor Bob Crouch and minister member at large Shona Kiilsgaard
LIFE OF THE CHURCH
LAST CHANCE TO ORDER YOUR PECANS, order forms are available in the reception office now!
THE FLOWERS this morning are dedicated by MaryLou Gee in loving memory of her husband, the Rev. Thomas S. Gee. THE THIRD BOUQUET is dedicated by Dan, Jerry, Pam & Alice in honor of Dan Owens’ 96th Birthday. 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 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 - Junior High Slam! Dinner Friday, 6-8 pm. High School Jesus Ninjas, Dinner Thursday, 7-9 pm.
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA IS ABLAZE AGAIN. Hundreds of thousands of people have been affected, including the congregation of Malibu Presbyterian Church, which burned down October 21. Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) is responding. To find out more or to make a donation go to www.pcusa.org/pda/response/usa/ca-wildfires-index.htm
FAIR TRADE CHOCOLATE BARS ARE HERE! They are $3.00 each. The organic cocoa market has risen steeply, and it looks like the trend will continue. In recent years large companies have entered the market, causing the demand and price to go up. 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 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 administer 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!
MISSION CONFERENCE REGISTRATION NOW OPEN. Registration is now open for our presbytery’s 6th annual mission conference on Saturday, Jan. 19. Registration brochures are available in the Fireside Lounge. Early registration is only $15!
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. |
