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is a modern, inter-generational service at First United Methodist Church in Mission Valley, San Diego. We meet in the "Cove" (directions) Sundays, 9:30 AM under the leadership of Pastor Elbert Kim and the Water's Edge band, led by Chris Durrand.
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Laborers in the VineyardHave you ever felt unappreciated for your work? Perhaps you put all your hard work and energy into finish a project at work or went the extra mile to help someone special, only to go unnoticed. We want to be recognized and we want to be compensated for the work that we do. It's a matter of justice, right? But the passage that we'll look at this week challenges our notion of what's fair. It's a parable that doesn't seem to make sense. It's the parable of the workers called to work in the vineyard at various times of the day, yet they end up getting paid the same. Jesus tells this story which not only makes the listeners of that time uncomfortable but also people today. Read Matthew 20:1-16So what is he really saying? Come and join me this Sunday as we unpack this challenging parable and gain a new understanding of what's fair and just.
Blessings,
Pastor Elbert
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Rachel's House Sandwich Ministry this Sunday
Water's Edge community continues to support the Rachels' House, a shelter for battered women and children. This Sunday we'll be making 100 sandwiches during our worship. If you signed up to bring food, we ask that you arrive by 9:15, so we can set the tables before our worship starts.
Sandwich-making for Rachel's House is an ongoing activity at Water's Edge, the first Sunday of every other month.
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WE rocked last Sunday!
If you were here, I think you agree. The message by Elbert, the WE Band, the
fantastic food and all you people!
Here are some fun photo memories taken by Fred Peter, from last Sunday's potluck/birthday and send-off party for the O'Neals. Click here...
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W.E. Can
Collecting soup cans for SOUPer Bowl Sunday!
This week we'll be collecting donations of canned soup, packaged soup, boxed soup mixes and crackers. The soup will be given out on "SOUPer" Bowl Sunday, February 2, during our weekly distribution.
One of the goals for the Water's Edge congregation this year is to support our First Church Food Ministry: Loaves and Fishes. Besides canned food items, milk, eggs, and bread are always welcome. You may leave your donations in The Cove, or in Linder Hall.
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Save these dates...
Practicum Classes Continue
THE PRACTICE OF PERSONAL BIBLE STUDY
Sundays, February 2, 9, 16 | 11:15 AM - 12 PM | The Cove
A class that includes instruction time, spiritual practice, and discussion. Led by Rev. Greg LaDue. RSVP...
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THE PRACTICE OF PRAYER
Wednesdays, February 5, 12, 19 | 6:45-7:30 PM | Linder Lounge
A class that includes instruction time, spiritual practice, and discussion.
Led by Rev. Elbert Kim.
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 Run the Race All-Church Celebration Sunday Sunday, February 9 | 12:15-1:15 | Linder Hall | Pizza/salad Lunch, $5
You are invited to an all-church Celebration Sunday! There will be food and a good time had by all. We are celebrating many many things as together we Run the Race, including: the launch of full-service Children's Ministry, new vision for the youth and more...
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Our service is modern and inter-generational with weekly communion, open to everyone.
The band plays both current and traditional praise music, as well as original Christian music.
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