LIFE OF THE CHURCH

THE FLOWERS this morning are dedicated by the Flower Guild in loving memory of Barbara Goodall. Following the service the Deacons will take the flowers to those who are unable to attend worship.

LOCAL MISSIONS FAIR TODAY! This is your chance to see how FPC is involved in the Santa Barbara Community. How will you share God's love with others? Allow yourself time to view the displays and explore the many opportunities to serve in local mission.

PLEASE JOIN US TODAY at 2:00 for the 80th Birthday Recital : music for organ, piano, violin and voice composed by FPC Organist Emerita Emma Lou Diemer. The recital is offered without charge by the American Guild of Organists and First Presbyterian Church. Reception following in the Christian Fellowship Center.

ADULT EDUCATION IN NOVEMBER - Sundays at 9 a.m. in Anderson Lounge. November 18 & 25, Dr. James Taylor, Professor of Philosophy at Westmont College will continue his class on "The New Atheists."

"ODD MONTH ED." IS BACK! Next Sunday at 10:30 a.m. in Anderson Lounge, join our very own Meryle Gaston for a look at "Christianity in the Middle East". November 25 ( no class today ).

YOUTH EVENTS - Help Feed the Homeless! Monday, Nov. 19 , 4:15-6:45 pm. Meet at the church. Thanksgiving Week Movie Night! Junior High and High School, Tuesday, Nov. 20 , Movie to be announced. Meet at the church, 6 pm.

WHAT DAY IS IT? Youth are selling God's Creation calendars again! Sundays on the patio, or talk to Sheri or a youth. $10. Support youth and their programs!

"GIFTS OF THE MAGI" RETURNS! You are invited to join in this fun gift exchange. Pick up an information sheet on the patio or in the office. This is a great way to interact with other people in the congregation.

ADOPT A FAMILY THIS CHRISTMAS! The Clippers are adopting 3 families through the Salvation Army. We will purchase gifts for each family member, certificates for food and even Christmas decorations. If you wish to participate, please call Geri (455-8190). Help us share the love of God with Santa Barbara.

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:          $ 739,398

        Expenses:       $ 931,872

        Difference:     $(192,474)

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

AN OUTSIDER'S PERSPECTIVE ON HONOR AND SHAME. Bob Blincoe is U.S Director of Frontiers, a mission organization serving Muslims in the name of Jesus. In his workshop Bob will discuss "honor" and "shame" and so help us to understand peoples and events in the Middle East. Sign up now for his workshop while registering for SB Presbytery's Mission Conference on Saturday, January 19. Pick up a brochure or go to www.sbmissionconference.org

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.

COMING EVENTS

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

        Sundays, November 18 & 25, Dr. James Taylor

                "The New Atheists"

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

        Sunday, November 25 (no class today)

                Meryle Gaston -"Christianity in the Middle East" .

Local Missions Fair

        Today, November 18                      9:00 a.m. – 12 noon

        Learn about local needs and how you can get involved.

        Check out tables on the Patio and sign up to pray and help.

All Emma Lou Diemer!!!

        Today, November 18                      2:00 p.m.

        A recital and birthday party honoring Emma Lou Diemer.

        Guest performers include: Betty Obracker, Philip Ficsor, Mahlon Balderston

        Recital in the Sanctuary, reception in the Christian Fellowship Center

Thanksgiving Holiday – Office Closed

        Thursday, November 22 and Friday, November 23

Annual Advent Workshop

        Sunday, November 25                     5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

        Dinner, Crafts and Carols. Bring a plate of sandwiches or salad to share.

        In the Christian Fellowship Center $5/person, $20/family max.

        A benefit for our Early Childhood Center.

Presbyterian Women's Dinner

        Monday, November 26                    5:30 p.m.

        Speaker: Emma Lou Diemer, "Hearing God's Call in Music"

        Dinner: $9.In the CFC. Reservation required, call 687-0754

Chariot of Friends

        Wednesday, November 28               9:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

        We're going to the Olive Garden restaurant in Oxnard. Cost: $13

        Reservations required, call Dolores (899-2789) for information.

Memorial Service celebrating the life of Bernice Tuttle

        Wednesday, November 28                2:00 p.m.

        Service in the Sanctuary

Santa Barbara Choral Society Concert

        Saturday, December 1                        8:00 p.m.

        Sunday, December 2                           3:00 p.m.

        Tickets available at the door.

Inner Light Gospel Choir Concert

        Monday, December 3                          6:15 p.m.

        Benefit for Willbridge of Santa Barbara

        Tickets available at the door: $20