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An eNewsletter of First Presbyterian Church
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Volume 161, March 20, 2009
 
 
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March 22, 2009

8:30 AM - Communion Service - Chapel

9:00 AM - Informal Worship Service in CFC
Sermon: "God’s Love for the World"
Scripture: John 3:14-21

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

10:30 AM Worship in the Sanctuary
Sermon: "God’s Love for the World"
Scripture: John 3:14-21

10:30 AM - Presbykids Activity Time.

Clippers Hears about Aging Gracefully
Dr. Linda Branch, who works as Ombudsman for the Santa Barbara Writer's Conference, gave an inspiring talk on some techniques for Positive Aging: Creating the Potential for Growth, Love, and Happiness. The Clippers (AKA Spares and Pairs) meets monthly to share dinner and an interesting and informative presentation. If you would like to find out more about how you can participate in Clippers, please contact Juleine.
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Women's Retreat Features Dr. Marilyn McEntyre
On Saturday, March 14, Dr. Marilyn McEntyre, retired English Professor from Westmont College, led a retreat with the theme of "Christ Be with Me." As the photos illustrate, there was a mix of lecture, discussion, small groups, and prayer. A huge thanks to Marilyn for leading this wonderful day and to Noni and other organizers for their work in setting it up.
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Chariots of Friends Enjoys SBCC Gourmet Dining
On Wednesday, March 18, the Chariots of Friends ventured to the Santa Barbara City College Restaurant/Culinary Arts Program. Notice that we are getting wonderful service from our own Andrew Stubbs! To find out more about how you can get involved in Chariots of Friends outings, please call Geri Willoughby.
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Family Fun Begins Monthly Gatherings
On Sunday, March 15, a small but energetic group of parents and children came to the lower playground to share a delicious spaghetti dinner and enjoy fellowship with one another. Thanks to organizers Julie Gregory and Susan Crowshaw. The plan is to have a variety of gatherings on a monthly basis. If you are the parents of young children, you are cordially invited to participate in these activities. Please call Juleine for more information.
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Tuesday Morning Men's Bible Study Wants You!
All men are invited to join the Tuesday morning Bible study. Come at 7:30 am, have breakfast, and participate in discussions on Bible readings, current events, and other issues brought up by participants. This is an opportunity for some wonderful fellowship and growth. Please contact Juleine for more information.

Our Sermons Are Now Online
It's easy to get audio versions of our Sunday services, including the music, prayers, sermons, and scripture readings. Just go to our website and click on "Sermons." There are clear instructions on what steps you need to take.


THIS WEEK AT FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

Sunday, March 22 – 8:30 a.m. – Worship in Chap el : 9:00 a.m. - Informal Worship in CFC; 10:30 a.m. - Worship in the Sanctuar y

Monday, March 23 – 5:30 p.m. – Presbyterian Women’s Dinner & Program in the CFC (dinner: $10, reservation required)

Tuesday, March 24 -   7:30 a.m. -   Men’s Bible Study in Anderson Lounge ; 7:00 p.m. - Session in Anderson Lounge

Wednesday, March 25 -   3:30 p.m. - Painting Class in Youth Annex. 7:00 p.m. - Lenten Worship in the Chapel

Thursday, March 26 -   7:00 p.m . Choir Rehearsal (Nelson Huber, 687-0754, x 111); 7:00 p.m. - High School Youth Group (Sheri, 680-5609)

Friday, March 27 -   10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. - Senior Activities Program for active seniors in Garden Room; 6:00 p.m. - Junior High Slam (contact Sheri, 680-5609)

Sunday, March 29 – 8:30 a.m. – Worship in Chap el : 9:00 a.m. - Informal Worship in CFC; 10:30 a.m. - Worship in the Sanctuary; 12:00 noon – Lunch program with Dr. Mary Mikhael , in the CFC, reservation required $8, (call 687-0754)

LIFE OF THE CHURCH

ADULT EDUCATION FOR MARCH - Join us at 9:00 a.m. in Anderson Lounge for a Lenten Series on Acts of Mercy. We will hear from those involved in Christian ministries of mercy. March 22nd - the Rev. Steve Jacobsen, Executive Director of Hospice of Santa Barbara and former pastor of Goleta Presbyterian Church; March 29th - the Rev. Dan Stevens, Executive Director of Lifewater International and former pastor of Eastminster Presbyterian Church of Ventura; April 5th - Kati Buehler, FPC member. Kati will share her experiences as a participant in the annual Potter’s Clay Westmont mission trip to Ensenada, Mexico.

“ODD MONTH ED” IN MARCH - Dr. Gordon Hess will lead a discussion on The Shack. Participants are encouraged to read the book and bring a copy to the discussions which will progress through the four weeks of March. Join us in Anderson Lounge at 10:30 a.m.

SONSHINE NEWS. Yvonne Bazinet will join Betty Rupp and Liz Taylor (no, a different one) in the ministry at Senior Living Concepts. This ministry, which brings Christian witness to rest homes/care facilities, consists of weekly visits by Betty and Liz plus Sunday afternoon worship once a month. It was initiated by the late Anabel Miller in 2003.

HISTORY BRIEFS by George Goodall . - The Celtic Cross that we think of during Lent, the cross most familiar to Presbyterians, it comes to us from the island of Iona off the west coast of Scotland. This remote community of believers escaped persecution and used stone Celtic Crosses outside their chapels. This small island can only be reached by ferry, has few roads or utilities, and is beaten by the winds and weather. The most copied, drawn, photographed, and reproduced cross is the High Celtic Cross of St. John that stands outside the shrine and burial place of St. Columba, the sixth century monk that brought Christianity to Scotland and Ireland. It is in the Iona Abbey that the basic precepts of Presbyterianism survived in the Middle Ages .

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 place a request form in the box, email Chuck at: ccurtis@fpcsb.org or call 687-0754 x102. Requests are kept confidential.

PRAYER AND INTERCESSION

Pray for:

Missionary Debbie Shawa in Zambia

Our Elders, Deacons, Pastors and Staff

Those who are sick, hospitalized or recovering and need our support

Our military personnel serving in the Middle East: Tech Sgt. Donald Adams (nephew of Jay and Marilyn Torrey); 2 n d Lt. Gregory Adams (grandson of Earle and Susan Howey); Capt. Sean Gardner, (grandson of Jeannette Klingler); Kyle Lauth (grandson of Dolores Crisp); 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 and staff at First Presbyterian Church of Oxnard, Pastor Ted Brandt and retired minister James Bain
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