Wednesday, August 14, 2013
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 | Rev. Craig Brown
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God... On The Money
Our currency in the United States includes a healthy theological reminder printed on it. On April 22, 1864 Congress passed legislation allowing the U.S. Mint to inscribe "In God We Trust" on the two-cent coin. From there, legislation moved through Congress allowing the Department of the Treasury to place the motto on other denominations of currency and coinage. While I'm always leery when the government gets involved in anything religious, in this case it is somewhat benign and perhaps even beneficial. Money itself communicates that we should not trust it! What an appropriate message for our day and age.
When we think of trusting God, we often think of doing so in times of trouble. When we are "out of control" we are fond of thinking that God somehow is still in control. What if we could learn to trust God not just in times of crisis? What if we could trust God with everything in our lives?
Relationships. Intimacy. Death. Provision. What if our money is right and that only in God can we find something... someone worthy of our trust. For my money, God is the only one who deserves my complete and unconditional trust. I just need to listen to my money's motto more often! Perhaps I need to be reminded every time I touch my wallet or pocket full of coins. How about you?
Pastor Craig +
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 WORSHIP
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WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 14, 2013
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VESPER COMMUNION | 5:30 PM | Sanctuary | Rev. Jessica Strysko | Singing Favorite Hymns!
Music for Meditation begins at 5:15 | Free childcare by RSVP - Reserve here
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Wednesday Night Dinner & Study
6 PM dinner, sign-up info | 6:45 PM NEW! Book of James class through August 28
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TRADITIONAL 8 ~ 9:30 ~ 11 | Sanctuary | Rev. Craig Brown
AIDS SUNDAY, a special offering in support of our AIDS ministry will be collected this Sunday.
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NON-TRADITIONAL Water's Edge | 9:30 | The Cove, United Methodist Center
Rev. Jessica Strysko | Band | Communion
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CHILDREN'S CHURCH | 9:20 | Trotter Chapel Children's Church is on summer break. The children will meet at the Chapel at 9:20 and be escorted to Sanctuary worship. Children will leave worship at the usual time for Sunday School. Read Pastor Jessica's weekly message
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CHAPEL COMMUNION | 10:40 | Trotter Chapel
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 NON-TRADITIONAL F5
5 PM | Linder Hall | Rev. Mary Allman-Boyle | Band | Communion
Come join in this community as together we worship and celebrate communion this Sunday!
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AUGUST 18 | AIDS SUNDAY
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Message from Brenda Blake, Director of Church and Community Work
This Sunday we'll take a special offering in all services to support our AIDS Ministry. First Church has a long tradition of ministry with people living with HIV/AIDS, a ministry of support, compassion, and advocacy. Ministry with people living with HIV/AIDS gives us a way to share Christ's love in a concrete way. Since AIDS was identified over 30 years ago, the face and story of the disease has changed dramatically; People with HIV are now living longer, better lives, but there still is no cure. AIDS remains a disease that too often carries judgment and stigmatization. Read more... |
SDSCS
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CALL FOR ENTRIES now through September 1
Visualizing Social Justice: A Juried Photography Exhibition
Imagine a world where kindness is the number one cultural expectation. Picture it and enter!
Open to: professionals, amateurs, adults and youth. Work will be judged by professionals from the Museum of Photographic Arts. Cash prizes will be awarded. Exhibition dates: Sept. 27 - Oct. 27. Visit the exhibition web page.
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YOUTH/CHILDREN
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Thursday, August 15: Youth Summer Socials District Day @ Beach : @ La Jolla Shores 9 AM - 4 PM. This Thursday will be our last "District Day at the Beach" for the Summer! We will car-pool from the church to La Jolla Shores. Bring: sun-screen, towel, swimsuit, sack lunch or $10.
Youth Sunday School, August 18 - 9:30 - 10:30 AM (Grades 6 - 8 and 9 - 12)
In God We Trust - Intimacy with God: Luke 8:26-39.
Note! There is no Youth Group this Sunday. Sunday August 25 - We'll wish Randy a fond farewell in Linder Hall, 11 AM.After 20 years as Youth Director Randal Newton is leaving First Church to pursue his education. Join us in a great celebration of Randy's ministry and to wish him the best in his new endeavor.
"Randy's deep love and dedication to our young people will be deeply missed. As a church, we should celebrate his commitment to God by serving our teens.", said Lead Pastor Craig Brown. Over these years, Randy has made a significant contribution to the lives of countless teens during a critical season in each of their lives. As a church, this commitment is something to be celebrated as Randy begins a new season of ministry in his life.
The Pastoral Team along with the Staff-Parish Relations Committee will begin a search for Randall's successor during the month of August. Charlotte Wilson will serve as the Interim Director of Youth Ministries until a new Director is hired. Please continue to be in prayer for Randy, the youth of First Church and the team receiving applications for Randy's successor. www.fumcsd.org/employment
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Relay: Running Together in Faith
Sunday School begins September 1
Whether you've been away for the whole summer or away for a while, we'd love to continue learning the Bible stories with your family! Like a relay race, we are different people with different gifts... and we can all help the children of our church and community grow in faith and in love of God. We are running in faith together!
Our starting line will be studying the Old Testament, covering the stories of many Judges, Kings, Prophets, and other people of God. It is our goal that through study, prayer, worship, and play, families will come to know, treasure, and be shaped by these stories!
Join us for a Parent's Meeting Sunday, August 25
8:45 - 9:20 AM in Trotter Chapel. Come meet your child's Sunday School teachers, learn everything you need to know about Children's Ministry and Sunday School this year.
For more questions, contact Pastor Jessica.
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WEDNESDAYS!
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5:15 PM - Vespers | Sanctuary | Music for meditation | Worship and Communion. Enjoy singing your favorite hymn requests throug the summer.
6 PM - Dinner ($6)|Linder Hall |RSVP to the office 619-297-4366 by Monday.
6:45 PM - Bible Study: Book of James | Linder Lounge. Study led each week by our pastors Craig Brown, Elbert Kim, Greg LaDue and Jessica Strysko. Don't miss the last FUMC Summer Sing on Wednesday, August 21, 7 PM! Admission is $15 which includes music rental and refreshments. Students through college and listeners-no charge. All singers come to the choir room of the Sutherland Music Center, with registration beginning at 6:15 PM in Trotter Chapel next door. For further information contact Stan Wicks or Katie Englund.
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SMALL GROUPS
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Real Men's ChristCare Group
Come and experience God beyond work, pizza, and football. We will be doing a study from the Serendipity Bible on "Discipleship: Being a Man After God's Own Heart."
Thursday August 15, 6:30 - 8 PM - Light Snacks
Linder Hall 4
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NEW CLASSES
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Mondays, September 9 - 30
6:30 - 8 PM
Join other women, read and discuss this book in a safe, supportive atmosphere. Led by by Nancy Sunday and the class will meet at her home.
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Ongoing weekly, starting Wednesday, September 11
Mornings, 10:30 - 11:30 AM - Linder Lounge - NEW!
Evenings, 6:45 - 7:45 PM - Linder Hall
Led by Senior Pastor, Craig Brown.
This in-depth verse-by-verse study will explore how we come to know Jesus in Mark's Gospel along with its implications for our own walk with Christ. Pastor Craig weaves humor, biblical knowledge and life-applciation together for an engaging time of study and reflection. Both the morning and the evening class are exactly the same, so participants are welcome to attend either class. Be sure to bring your own Bible and writing materials. Pastor Craig will be supplying a handout each week for notes and reflections.
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Alpha - Is There More to Life?
What am I doing on earth? Or should I say, what on earth am I doing? If you struggle with your life's purpose then come to Alpha. Alpha is a short, practical introduction to the Christian faith where we explore what faith means in our everyday lives. Bring your friends and see if Alpha is right for you. Join us for a free, no obligation Launch Dinner Party and introduction to Alpha. Free childcare available. Wednesday, September 25, 6 - 8 PM. Linder Lounge.
Learn more about Alpha and to register online...
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A free seminar for parents and students (grades 10-12). Learn about college financial aid and the various types of financial assistance available for college students. The primary responsibility of paying for college rests with the student and family. Don't miss this opportunity to find out how you can pay for college. Presented by First Church member Frank Jonasson, Ed.M., who will share his knowledge and be available to answer your questions about college financial aid planning. September 22, 11 AM - 12 noon in Linder Lounge.RSVP online...
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FUNdRAISER
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Join us for an evening with the Bunnell Strings!
The Bunnell Strings will be the featured entertainment at this year's FUNdraiser, October 5, 5 - 7 PM in Linder Hall. This energetic string quintet of siblings returns to First Church, following their well-received performance at the Spring Fling earlier this year. You will be thrilled by their music and touched by their story of faith, family and music.The Bunnell family quintet brings together a cello, viola, two violins and a double bass, transforming classical, pop, and rock genres with their crossover blend of styles.
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"The Bunnell Strings are a must-see,"
says Spring Fling Chair, Carol LeBeau.
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Tickets are $30 each and will be available online beginning August 18. Patio table ticket sales begin September 8. Be sure you save the date. This is an event you and your friends don't want to miss!
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MUSIC
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Summer Sings Continue
Like singing large choral works? Join us on our last Summer Sing on Wednesday, August 21. Info/schedule...
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Masterwork Chorale
Join the Masterwork Chorale this fall to sing Handel's Messiah. Online registration now available for those interested in participating in the Masterwork Chorale this fall, rehearsing Handel's Messiah for performances on Sunday and Monday, December 8 and 9. Learn more...
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Hymn Sing with Bob Plimpton
We wrap up our summer Wednesday evenings with a spirited hymn sing led by Bob Plimpton on Wednesday, September 4, 6:45 - 8:15 PM, in Linder Hall. We'll sing many requested favorites which we were unable to fit into Vespers during July and August, plus a few of Bob's favorites he's eager to share with you. Come to Vespers at 5:15 PM, dinner at 6 PM, then raise the roof at 6:45!
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Wednesday, September 25, 6:45 PM |Sutherland Music Center.Led by Stan Wicks. We will explore the great line of Lutheran hymnody from the beginning of the Reformation until the present. Experience how this great body of repertoire shaped the Protestant movement and its worship practice. The worship practices set in motion in the 16th century had a tremendous impact on the Wesley brothers and the beginning of Methodism in the 18th century, and continue to impact worship in the 21st century. Many of the hymns (or chorales as they were originally named) will be familiar to you.
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GATHERINGS
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NEIGHBORHOOD GATHERINGS FOR CRAIG & FAMILY
Come and meet Pastor Craig Brown and family at a Neighborhood Gathering near you! Each gathering will be from 3 - 5 PM at the following locations:
- Sunday, August 18: home of Todd & Lori Sorbo, 2909 Murat St. San Diego 92117, north Clairemont area
- Sunday, August 25: home of Cynthia Miller, 1720 Avenida del Mundo, Unit 203, Coronado, 92118
- Saturday, September 7: home of Ed & Jean Magee, 7401 Draper Ave., La Jolla 92037
- Sunday, September 8: home of April Ambrosio & John Lynch, 11446 Weatherhill Way, off Scripps Ranch Blvd. on north side of Lake Miramar, 92131
- Saturday, September 14: TBD
- Sunday, September 15: home of Joe & Joyce Timmons, 650 Columbia St. Community Room, Downtown, Little Italy 92101
- Saturday, September 21: home of Lynette Williamson, 6703 Parkside Ave. Bonita, National City, Paradise Hills 92139
- Sunday, September 22: home of Doug & Vera Stanfield, 15373 Avenida Rorras, Rancho Bernardo 92128
If you live in one of these areas and would like to attend a gathering please RSVP with the date of the gathering to Demmie Divine, 619-297-4366 x108.
Future gatherings will be every weekend through the end of September. Dates and locations will be announced as they are confirmed.
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NOTICES
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Friday Night Singles (50+ or -) meets every Friday at 6 PM for a meal followed by various activities. Email Karen Maczka or call 619-263-3743. Run the Race Ministry Fair is September 8!
The annual ministry fair returns to the lower plaza on September 8. Reserve your ministry tabble by submitting an online reservation or call Phyllis Kenney in the church office, 619-297-4366. Next UMW Hope Circle meeting will be held on Saturday, August 17, Linder Hall 5, 10 AM-12 noon. Join us for a discussion on "IMMIGRATION", led by Karen Anderson. Devotions and music by Joanna Ilieu. Coffee and tea provided. Questions?Phone Dot: 858-748-3470.
From Nurse Dorothy: "Caregiving at Home" provides tips on personal care, proper body mechanics and more. The event is Saturday, August 17, 9 AM - 1 PM at Sharp Grossmont Hospital Brier Patch Campus at 9000 Wakarusa, La Mesa, classrooms 13-14. RSVP at 800-827-4277.
Please wear your name tag for our new Senior Pastor this Sunday and every week. If you need a replacement, please contact Beckett Kirk and he will be happy to provide you with a new one.
Our "Just a Little Gift" Shop" is open every Sunday before and after services from 9 AM-12:30 PM. It is located below the sanctuary, through the sanctuary meeting room (behind the Christ window).
Free Neighborhood Family Meal: Next meal is on Monday, August 26, 5:30 - 7 PM. Help provide and serve food and enjoy fellowship with families, teens, seniors and people in need of a nutritious, hot meal at Normal Heights UMC, 4650 Mansfield St. Volunteers prepare and bring a main dish, salad or dessert. Email Brenda Blake or call 619-297-4366 x125, to sign up.
Prayers & Squares Prayer Quilt Ministry meets twice a month. For our next meeting, see our 2013 schedule.
The 2013 Altar Flower Calendar has openings for Sundays in August, September and October. Please help us fill those dates. Call Eleene in the church office at 619-297-4366 to make your reservation. Each bouquet is $50.
Photo Directory update: If you purchased photos, your photos have been delivered by mail, and your free 8 x 10 photo was included in the package. If you did not purchase photos, your free 8 x 10 photo can be picked up in the church office.
Lay Servant Basic Course, held at First United Methodist Church, Chula Vista. 1200 East H Street. Chula Vista, CA 91910. September 20 - 21. Instructors: Steve Letchworth and David Balk. To sign up or call for more information: 619-778.-4361, or church offic, 619-656-2525. Organist and Member Nicholas Halbert recital, Sunday August 18, following the 5 PM Choral Evensong at St. Paul's Cathedral, with reception afterwards. Nicholas will attend Eastman School of Music in Rochester, NY.
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