Presbyterian Women Honors Emma Lou Diemer with Lifetime Membership
On Monday, November 26, the dinner meeting of Presbyterian Women was a celebration of the talents and contributions of "Organist Emeritus" Emma Lou Diemer. This noted composer and musician gave a delightful recital of some of her compositions, offering fascinating histories of the pieces. Bobbie Ruben, the Co-Moderator of Presbyterian Women for the Presbytery of Santa Barbara, presented Emma Lou with a certificate and pin that signified Lifetime Membership in Presbyterian Women. Find out more about how you can participate in Presbyterian Women by contacting Noni Patchell or Juleine Schmidt.
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In Memoriam

Joan Beatty – November 24, 2007

Betty Austin – November 27, 2007

Doris Hughes – November 27, 2007

Mary Chandler (mother of Marilyn McEntyre) – November 29, 2007

Advent and Christmas at FPC

Monday, Dec. 3 at 6:15 p.m.          Inner Light Gospel Choir

Benefit Concert for Willbridge of Santa Barbara

                                        (tickets at door, $20)  

Saturday, Dec. 8 at 7:00 p.m.           DPHS Jazz Choir Concert

                                        (tickets at door)

Tuesday, Dec. 11 at 7:00 p.m.   KDB Messiah Sing-a-long

                                        Bring your own score

                                        ($10 donation)

Wed, Dec. 12 at 7:00 p.m.    Presbyfolks Christmas Lights

                                        and Caroling Tour

Thursday, Dec. 13 at 3:30 p.m.  Presbyterian Women’s

                                        Christmas Tea

                                        (Program for children of all ages;

                                        refreshments to follow, Free )

Friday, Dec. 14 at 6:30 p.m.            Clipper Club Christmas Dinner

                                        $13, (687-0754) for reservation

Saturday, Dec. 15 at 7:00 p.m.  SB Children’s Chorus Concert

                                        (tickets at door, $15)

Sunday, Dec. 16 at 10:00 a.m.   Peanut Butter Sunday

                                        Bring a jar of peanut butter for

                                        Unity Shoppe families

Wed, Dec. 19 at 7:00 p.m.               Holy Darkness -

                                        Music for meditation

                                        (1 hour, Free)

Monday, Dec. 24 at 7:00 p.m.    Family Christmas Eve Worship

                                        (candlelight, carols, message and tableaux)

LIFE OF THE CHURCH

THE FLOWERS this morning are dedicated by Petria Ingram in deep appreciation and thanks to our Lord for all this precious church has meant to her, and wishes for a blessed and joyous Advent season. Following the service the Deacons will take the flowers to those who are ill or homebound and unable to attend worship.

THE LOOSE OFFERING THIS MORNING will go to the Deacon’s Fund to aid in their ministry of caring.

FAITH AND LITERATURE Women’s reading group will meet Wed. Dec. 5, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. in Anderson Lounge. Call 687-4995 for information.

ADULT EDUCATION - DECEMBER 2, 9, 16 & 23 “The Bible and Handel’s Messiah” with Esther Bennett. One need not be either a Biblical scholar or a knowledgeable musician to appreciate the Messiah . However, this may be an opportunity to gain more appreciation for the music, the lyrics, and the Biblical passages on which they are based as we listen and consider this magnificent work of the Advent season.

WHAT DAY IS IT? Youth Calendars are on sale TODAY between services and by contacting Sheri or a youth. $10 goes toward a beautiful GOD'S CREATION calendar and scholarships for the youth events. Thanks for your support!

YOUTH GROUPS THIS WEEK! High School Jesus Ninjas - Thursday, 7-9 pm! Junior High SLAM - 6 - 7:30 p.m. Sign up now for Disneyland trip (Dec. 17, 8AM-11PM)) $66 per person. Spaces are limited.

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.

CHRIS CALLISON RECEIVES GOOD PROGNOSIS Mission worker Chris Callison received word on Nov. 24 from her doctors in Berlin, Germany that cancer cells did not have the chance to invade her lymph glands, liver, thyroid or lungs, all of which were tested. Thanks be to God!

CHRIST CALLS US TO THE OPPRESSED. Philip Prasad of Witnessing Ministries of Christ (India’s Untouchables) and Nita Hanson of God’s Hidden Treasures (Ukraine ) minister to the oppressed. T hey will show how Christ’s promise to the oppressed is acted out in their work in India and the Ukraine. Sign up now for their workshop while registering for SB Presbytery’s Miss ion 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.