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Patio eNews Update
 
An eNewsletter of First Presbyterian Church
of Santa Barbara
 
Volume 137, June 6, 2008
 
 
Web Site: www.fpcsb.org
 

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June 8, 2008

8:30 AM - Communion Service - Chapel

9:00 AM - Informal Worship Service in CFC
Sermon: "Jesus Calms Our Storms"
Scripture: Matthew 8:23-34
Guest Preacher: The Rev. Ron Urzua from Word of Life Presbyterian Church in Port Hueneme

9:00 AM - All church, All Age Education/Sunday School
(See scheduled Speakers)

10:30 AM Worship in the Sanctuary
Sermon: "Jesus Calms Our Storms"
Scripture: Matthew 8:23-34

10:30 AM - Presbykids Activity Time.


Congregation Celebrates Pastors!
On Sunday, June 1, more than 200 people gathered after church for a delicious lunch prepared by Kay and a Program of Celebration for Pastors Peter Buehler and Judith Muller. There were skits, parades, and tributes to Peter's 30 years of ordination and six years at First Pres and Judith's 32 years of ordination and 25+ years at First Pres. See LOTS of photos on our website gallery. A big thank-you to all of the people who worked on this event and to Dave Wilkes who took photos.
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First Pres Participates in I Madonari Again
Susan Croshaw led another team in creating a pastel painting at the Mission on Memorial Day. Thanks to all who participated!
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In Memoriam

Evalyn Kerman – May 31, 2008

A memorial service will be held on Monday, June 16 at 4:00 p.m.

 in the Christian Fellowship Center to celebrate Evalyn’s life.

LIFE OF THE CHURCH

THE FLOWERS this morning are dedicated by Fred and Mary Marsh in honor of “Mom” Margaret Marsh’s 90 th birthday and in memory of “Dad” Fred G. Marsh. Following worship the Deacons will take the flowers to those who are ill or homebound.

ADULT EDUCATION SUNDAYS, June 8, 15 and 22 9:00 in Anderson Lounge - “The Patriarchs” l ed by Dr. Harold Englund . Beginning with the Patriarchs in Genesis: Abraham, Ishmael, Isaac, and Jacob – trace the three principal monotheistic religions – Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.

TO ALL OF FIRST PRES, THANKS. What a wonderful party you threw for your pastors last Sunday! It was thrilling to see so many in attendance and so many ages represented at tables and on the “stage.” You are terrific! Thank you for your generous and amazing, gift!   You are all near and dear to our hearts. Thank you for all your love and support. Blessings of peace to each one of you. Love, Peter & Judith

JANE HOLSLAG RETURNS TO LITHUANIA in August. After several years in Germany she will return to Klaipeda, Lithuania, with her Ph.D. She says, “The call to mission service is ever as strong, and I look forward to being back on the ‘front line’ in the college classroom.”

LUNCH AND FIVE WISHES - Come bring your lunch and your Parish Nurse will teach you how easy this document is to use. Noon Dates are Tuesdays, June 17 and June 24. . Afternoon Date is Tuesday, June 17 at 4:00 p.m. We will meet in Anderson Lounge Class is one hour. Sign up on the patio for this one hour class. Call Sharon at 687-0754, x103.

CARE MEANS CONTACT, ASSIST, RELATE AND ENCOURAGE Become a CARE Caller today sign up on the patio! This ministry keeps our congregation connected and joined together as the parts of one of one Body. Proverbs 23:27 says: “Be sure you know the condition of your flocks, give careful attention to your herds.” Reaching out and calling builds relationships and provides better care to our congregation. This ministry only takes a few minutes a week and can be done at your leisure. Call Sharon at 687-0754, x103.

THE PRAYER CHAIN is available to pray for your needs. In the Narthex and Fireside Lounge are Prayer Boxes provided by the Congre gational Care Ministry. Please place a request form in the box, email Chuck at : ccurtis@fpcsb.o rg or call 687-0754 x102. R equests are kept confidential.

COMING EVENTS

Adult Education in Anderson Lounge

        Sundays, June 8, 15, 22                         9:00 a.m.

        “The Patriarchs” – Harold Englund

        Sundays, June 29 & July 12                              9:00 a.m.

        “Hymns, Psalms & Praise Songs: Why Do We Need All Three”

Memorial Service for Evalyn Kerman

        Monday, June 16                                 4:00 p.m.

        Worship in the Christian Fellowship Center

Five Wishes Class

        Tuesday, June 17                                12:00 noon

                Bring your lunch for class in the Garden Room

        Tuesday, June 17                                        4:00 p.m.

                Join us for class in Anderson Lounge

        Tuesday, June 24                                        12:00 noon

                Bring your lunch for class in Anderson Lounge

Sign up with Sharon Troll, 687-0754, x 103

140th Anniversary Kick-off Celebration

        Sunday, June 22                                 10:00 a.m.

        Learn about early members and some of our history

        Enjoy refreshments on the patio between worship services

PresbyFolks English Country Dance Adventure

        Sunday, June 22                                 5:30 p.m.

        A participation experience for everyone! Caller: Alice Williams

        Dinner: $7. sign up at the front desk or email: jschmidt@fpcsb.org

Presbyterian Women’s Dinner & Program

        Monday, June 23                                 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

        “Hearing God’s Call to Help a Family with Immigration Issues”

        Dinner and program in the Christian Fellowship Center

        Dinner: $9.00. Sign up at the front desk or call 687-0754

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