Adult Education for June:
God in the White House -- a three part series
Designed to spark discussion and thought about how faith has shaped the
American presidency and electoral politics, this series will explore these
questions:
How did we get from JFK's eloquent appeal to voters in 1960 to ignore a candidate's faith when entering the voting booth, to presidential candidate
George W. Bush's declaration in 2000 that Jesus is his favorite philosopher? And what do we make of President Obama's inaugural appeal to dig deep into our souls to find the better angels of our nature?

Presidential politics and religion over the course of the past four decades
has taken some interesting twists and turns.  What do we, as thoughtful
American Christians, make of the "religionization" of politics?  Come join
this opportunity for significant discussion.  (Bio of moderator: Prof. Kathleen Moore, Professor of Religious Studies at UCSB, earned her doctorate in political science and law degree during the Reagan years. Her expertise is on the legal and political aspects of Muslim communities and contemporary Islam in western societies.)
Kathleen M. Moore, Professor
Religious Studies and Law and Society
UC Santa Barbara

LIFE OF THE CHURCH

WE CELEBRATE AN OPEN COMMUNION. All who trust in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior are welcome to participate. You are invited to come forward to receive the elements by intinction (tear a piece of bread from the loaf and dip it in the cup, eat, and then return to your seat). Elders will serve those who remain in their seats.

THE LOOSE OFFERING COLLECTED this morning will go to the Deacon’s Fund to aid in their ministry of caring.

THE FLOWERS today are dedicated by Sara Bonner and Dustin Dearman in honor of her grandfather, Dan Owens, and in memory of her grandmother, Alice “Johnnie” Owens. Sara and Dustin were married here yesterday; the flowers are from the wedding. The Deacons will take the flowers to those unable to attend worship.

LEARN ABOUT the PCUSA 219th General Assembly (2010) go tothepresbyterianleader.com Doug and Carol DuCharme of our congregation will be attending and representing our Presbytery this July 3-10, 2010.

LEADING WORSHIP: Betty Rupp and Yvonne Bazinet conduct a Christian worship service each month at Senior Living Concepts in Santa Barbara. On the second Sunday afternoon of each month they offer a message, lead prayer, and sing hymns at this care facility. Liz Taylor joins her friend Betty each Tuesday morning to visit the residents.

HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS, COLLEGE STUDENTS, YOUNG ADULTS! Josh Murray will meet you on the Patio at 10:30 for a pilgrimage to a nearby coffee shop for a time of discussion, prayer, and fellowship.

TAI CHI FOR ARTHRITIS – All are welcome to join us Tuesday June 1 for a relaxing class of Tai Chi. This free class meets in the Garden Room from 1-2pm. Tai Chi is great for stress reduction and gentle on the joints!!

FAMILY AND FRIEND EVENT PART 2: “Planning a Christian Service for a Loved One” with Pastor Judith: Hymns, Scripture, Music, plus 5 Wishes follow-up. Join us on Tuesday, June 15th, 6-7 PM in the Christian Fellowship Center. Light Sandwich Dinner $5.00. Sign up at the front desk. Questions? Call Sharon or Judith: 687-0754 ext. 108 .

DO YOU KNOW that Fair Trade Caffeinated Coffee is served at First Presbyterian Church every Sunday? We are continuing to support this worthwhile cause and you can too by donating to the coffee basket. Fair Trade Coffee is also for sale following the 9 & 10:30 a.m. church worship services on the 2 n d and 4 t h Sunday of each month. Come and see our selection of coffee, teas and chocolates!!

FREE HOSPITAL BED AVAILABLE: If your loved one is in need of a hospital bed, please contact the Parish Nurse Office (687-0754, x 103). The bed is free and you would only be responsible for transporting the bed to the desired location.

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, call Chuck at: 687-0754 x 102 or email: ccurtis@fpcsb.org. Requests are kept confidential.

PRAYER AND INTERCESSION

Pray for:

¨  Missionary Nita Hanson with God ’ s Hidden Treasures in Ukraine

¨  God’s presence & guidance for our Associate Pastor Nominating Committee

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

¨  Our military personnel serving in the Middle East: Kyle Lauth, (grandson of Dolores Crisp); Sgt. Erich Johnson (grandson of Beverly Smaniotto); Nicolas Jones (grandson of Allen & Ann Braithwaite); Andrew Gaston (brother of Leah Gaston); the people of the Middle East, the pastors and people of the churches and for all those working for peace in Iraq, Afghanistan and around the world

¨  Presbytery of Santa Barbara staff: Executive Presbyter Jan Armstrong, Stated Clerk Michelle Holmes and retired Executive Presbyter Ken Working

THIS WEEK AT

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

Sunday, June 6 – 8:30 a.m. Contemplative  Worship in the Chapel and
9:45 a.m. Worship in the Sanctuary

Monday, June 7 – 5:00 p.m. Serve at Transition House there

Tuesday, June 8 – 7:30 a.m. Men’s Bible Breakfast in Anderson Lounge; 1:00 p.m. Tai Chi for Arthritis in Garden Room; 4:30 p.m. Intern Training in Anderson Lounge

Wednesday, June 9 – 7:00 p.m. High School Group in the Youth Lounge (Josh, 279-2391); 7:00 p.m. APNC in Anderson Lounge

Friday, June 11 – 10 a.m. Senior Activities Program in Garden Room; 5:30 p.m. Clipper Club Dinner in the CFC, reservation required; 6:00 p.m. Jr. Hi. Youth Group in the Youth Lounge

Saturday, June 12 – 10:00 a.m. PresbyFolks Botanic Garden Adventure reservation required.

Sunday, June 13 – 8:30 a.m. Contemplative Worship in the Chapel; 9 a.m. Informal Worship in CFC; 9 a.m. Adult Ed in Anderson Lounge; 10:30 a.m. Worship in the Sanctuary; 12 noon Sunday Circle in Anderson Lounge

Adult Education

Sunday Mornings in Anderson Lounge at 9 A M

June 6 - No class due to combined worship service

June 13, 20, 27 God in the White House

Prof. Kathleen Moore; Dept. of Religious Studies, UCSB

A three part series designed to spark discussion and thought about how faith has shaped the American presidency and electoral politics, this series will explore these questions:

How did we get from JFK's eloquent appeal to voters in 1960 to ignore a candidate's faith when entering the voting booth, to presidential candidate George W. Bush's declaration in 2000 that Jesus is his favorite philosopher? And what do we make of President Obama's inaugural appeal to dig deep into our souls to find the better angels of our nature?

Presidential politics and religion over the course of the past four decades has taken some interesting twists and turns. What do we, as thoughtful American Christians, make of the "religionization" of politics? Come join this opportunity for significant discussion.

Kathleen Moore, Professor of Religious Studies at UCSB, earned her doctorate in political science and law degree from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. Her expertise is on the legal and political aspects of Muslim communities and contemporary Islam in western societies. Her most recent book, Unfamiliar Abode: Islamic Law in the United States and Britain , has just been published by Oxford Univ. Press.

CELEBRATING OUR GRADUATES

Jeff Irabon: Graduating from Dos Pueblos High School

Some highlights from my life, so far…  

For what I've done, I'm glad to have seen more of the world, from across the country to New York and across the Globe  to China; to the cities of  Shanghai, Xi'an, Guilin, and Beijing within China. For what I've learned, I'm thankful for an art teacher, Mr. Gleason, that I had for 3 years and the many lessons and advice he has given me. I am going to attend Santa Barbara City in the Fall, and I am thinking of learning animation while I'm there.  “That's all I can think of for now. It isn't much but it'll have to do.” classic humble Jeff.

Brian Joseff: Graduating from Santa Barbara High School

Brian will be attending Dartmouth in the Fall to study Economics. He is a National Merit finalist, senior class president, played for the SBHS CIF champion soccer team which was ranked the #1 high school team in the nation.

Andrew Stubbs: Graduating from SBCC Culinary Arts

Andrew, a.k.a. “Stubbs,” recently completed the culinary program at Santa Barbara City College. He was nominated by his peers as Executive Chef for "Tour de Cuisine," the 5-star dinner for 125 family members and friends. During this time he continued as an intern with FPCSB's junior high and high school youth groups and will continue to be involved this summer with all youth programs. Andrew will be studying Psychology or Business at California State University Monterey this fall.  

Leah Gaston: Graduating from UCLA; History Major, Magna Cum Laude

Some major highlights from my college career: 1) Traveling through Egypt, Greece and Western Europe for 7 months during my freshman year. 2) Volunteering with First Pres. Jr. High during freshman and sophmore year. I felt so blessed to develop those relationships and saw God's love reflecting so strongly through the youth. 3) Going to Urbana Missions Conference twice, and learning all about God's heart for the world. It was at Urbana that I heard God commanding me to reach out to the poor and the oppressed. I learned skills at Urbana to act as His ambassador in everything I do, and how to live a life worthy of His calling. 4) Becoming involved with Intervarsity Bruin Christian Fellowship at UCLA. IVBCF pushed me to grow so much closer and deeper to God, taught me how to really study and analyze the Word, learn who Jesus was and what He is still doing, and provided me with a family of faith who work continually to serve one another as an Acts community. Next steps (for Leah): This summer I am moving into Compton in South Central, Los Angeles to work with the Los Angeles Urban Project (through Intervarsity). I will be intentionally living with 5 other students on a budget of $30 per month for all living expenses for 6 weeks while working with youth at Church of the Redeemer (PCUSA) during the day and doing outreach to the community at night. Our goals for the summer are to learn about God's heart for the poor, racial reconciliation and spiritual warfare, and use that to lead an effective ministry in changing this city. I have a few more credits to take in the fall, and will be using next year to figure out my next step. I am applying to teach English in South Korea and to graduate school (for both PhD programs in American History and Master's programs for Education... not sure where I want to go yet :)  

Matthew Sims: Graduating from Dos Pueblos High Schoo l

Jonathan Matthew Sims, or “Matt.” has been quite busy during his four years of high school.  Matt has been captain of his club volleyball team for the past five years, he played for Dos Pueblos volleyball team all four of his years there which included three undefeated Channel League seasons, and breaking the thirty-six league game streak of wins against the Dons.  Matt is also an Eagle Scout, the highest rank attainable within Boy Scouts of America .  Through his Scouting experience, Matt was able to go to the Philmont Scout Ranch in New Mexico twice, something very few Scouts have a chance to do.  Matt is also a well rounded student being awarded the Presidential Academic Excellence Award, 200% Community Service Award, and both NHS and CSF awards.  Matt also has been an integral part of the youth program here at First Presbyterian Church as both an active member of the High School Youth Group and as an intern/counselor with both the Junior High Youth Program and Presby Camp. Matt will be attending California State University of Chico this fall where he plans to study business with hopes of opening his own business someday. Matt would like to give a big thank you to everyone that helped him to where he is today.  His parents and brother for there tremendous support over the years and to Josh Murray for all he as done for me and with me.

Kelly Slattery: Graduating from Westmont  

She received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and made the Dean’s List several times during her career at Westmont. Kelly has moved to Portland, Oregon, to pursue a career in the field of social work.

Two Ghanaian Boys are graduating as well –  

Emmanuel Akyen: Graduating from Dunn School  

Emmanuel will attend Westmont in the fall where he will play soccer and study History.  

Kingsley Baiden: Graduating from Dunn School

Kingsley will attend UCSB in the fall where he will play soccer and is unsure of his course of study at this point.