Peter's Message
Dear Friends,

I received my acceptance letter Wednesday to the Association of Chicago Theological Schools Doctor of Ministry in Preaching program (What a mouthful!). Hot diggity dog! I'm in the Class of 2011. Boy does that make me feel old.

Thanks for your prayers and support. You are wonderful.

-Peter

Lee Kirkpatrick Offers His Journey of Faith at Our Lenten Service
We have been gathering each Wednesday evening to prepare for Easter, and an important part of each Lenten service has been a member's sharing his or her journey of faith. On February 6th, Chuck Curtis offered his story, on February 20th, Andrew Stubbs offered his, and this past Wednesday we heard from Lee Kirkpatrick. These inspiring stories continue in the coming weeks, with the following speakers:
March 5 - Loyda Marquez
March 12 - Susan Croshaw
March 20 - A Healing Service on Maundy Thursday (no Wednesday service)

In Memoriam

Mel Replogle – February 22, 2008

LIFE OF THE CHURCH

DEACON’S OFFERING – This morning the loose plate offering will go to the Deacon’s Fund to help support their ministry of caring.

THE FLOWERS this morning are dedicated by Harry and Elaine Iddings. Following worship the Deacons will take the flowers to those who are ill or homebound.

SUNDAY MORNING ADULT EDUCATION CLASSES at 9 a.m. in Anderson Lounge on March 2, 9, & 16: Esther Bennett will lead a Lenten series on “The Bible and Handel's Messiah: the Easter portions.” No Class march 23.

“Odd Month Ed.” – “Acts” with Dr. Gordon Hess. Join us in Anderson Lounge at 10:30 a.m. on Sundays, March 2, 9, 16 & 30. No Class March 23.

YOU CAN STILL GET A PEDOMETER and the American Heart Family and Friends CPR kit previewed by Sharon Troll last Sunday. If you missed out and would like either one give Sharon a call at 687-0754 x 103.

HOPE IN SANTA BARBARA The Mission Committee is excited to invite you to hear the message of the life changing work going on at the Santa Barbara Rescue Mission for those in our community who are homeless and for those crippled with addictions. Join us in visiting this inspiring place that our own church mission fund supports followed by a rare tour of the new Bethel House – a new residential treatment center for women run by the Rescue Mission. Wednesday, March 12 at 11:00 a.m. RSVP to Juleine (687-0754, x 110) Transportation from church available at 10:30 a.m. by reservation.

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, February 24 – March 16

                “The Bible and Handel’s Messiah” – Esther Bennett

Mid-week Worship during Lent

        Wednesdays, February 27 - March 12, 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel.

        Maundy Thursday, March 20,          7:00 p.m. in the Chapel

Faith and Literature

        Wednesday, March 5                      9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

        Women’s reading group will discuss short stories pg. 3-20

        Anderson Lounge. Call Loyda for information 687-4995

Daylight Saving Time Begins

        Sunday, March 9                         set clocks forward

Youth Pancake Breakfast and Auction

        Sunday, March 9                         10:00 & 11:45 a.m.

        Support our Youth Mission Trip. Breakfast: $6.00 per person

        Watch for the auction to start in the weeks prior to the breakfast.

        Bid generously, this is a fundraiser!

Clipper Club – Spares & Pairs - Dinner and Program

        Friday, March 14                              6:30 p.m.

        A guest from the Santa Barbara Police Department: “Gangs”

        Reservation required, sign up on the patio

Good Friday Ecumenical Worship

        Friday, March 21,                            noon in the Sanctuary

        Ministers from various churches will be reflecting on

        the Seven Last Words of Jesus from the Cross. Please join us.

EASTER SUNDAY FAMILY WORSHIP

        Sunday, March 23                        8:30, 9:00 & 10:30 a.m.

        He lives! Celebrate Christ’s Resurrection with the family of God.

        Invite a friend or neighbor to join us on this special day.

Presbycamp Spring Break

        March 24 - 28                           9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

        Call Susan Croshaw for information 687-0754 ext. 11