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Making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world by following Jesus, thriving in community, and healing the world. |
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Friends,
Martin and I had a wonderful time with the United Methodists in Lake County. We experienced warm hospitality, deep faith, and an inspiring desire to continue ministry amid the changing church landscape we are all navigating. Being in Lake County also gave us a great excuse to do some birdwatching at Clear Lake. So much beauty!
I was encouraged to hear how warmly Phoenix Rayne, our office administrator, was received as our guest preacher on Sunday. Phoenix has been such a gift to the Church Office, and I’m glad you had the opportunity to experience her gifts as a preacher, too.
I’ll be away again this coming Sunday to preside at the church conference at First UMC in Willows. Fingers crossed, this will be my last Sunday away for church conferences! The Rev. Kendra Dickinson, a clinical chaplain, will be preaching. She preached while I was on sabbatical last year, and I know her to be a gifted pastor and preacher.
A reminder that our Church Conference is also this coming Sunday at Loomis FUMC. We begin at 3:00 p.m., and you're invited to bring finger-food desserts to share.
Grace and peace,
Pastor Angel
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Sock-It-To-Me: Keep Our Neighbors Warm & Dry
Help us keep our neighbors warm this winter! We’re collecting new socks, new or gently used coats, and blankets to share with neighbors experiencing homelessness. Your donations can make a meaningful difference for someone facing the cold and wet months ahead.
Please place your donations in the basket at the rear of the sanctuary. Thank you for helping us share warmth, comfort, and care with our community!
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2026 Church Conference
Our annual Church Conference will be held at Loomis FUMC on Sunday, November 15 at 3:00 p.m. This will be a circuit-wide gathering with our District Superintendent Mike Harrell joining us. More details to come.
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Craft and Bake Sale
Our Creative Christian Crafters (3 C's) will be hosting a craft and bake sale after service on November 22. If you're running short on time for holiday baking, stop by after service for pies, muffins, and more. If you would like to donate any goodies to the cause, please contact Ruth Ann Baker.
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A Gathering for Gratitude, Greens & Grub
Come with thankful hearts, help deck the halls, and bring your favorite Thanksgiving leftovers to share! On Friday, November 27 at 10 a.m. we will begin the gathering with Holy Communion in Heritage Chapel followed by decorating the Sanctuary and church for the upcoming holidays.
| | This Week @ First Church | Mon., 11/9 - Sun., 11/15 | | | |
MONDAY, 11/9:
- Helping Hands Meal, 12 p.m., Backman Hall.
WEDNESDAY, 11/11 [Veterans Day]
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Office Closed for observance of holiday.
THURSDAY, 11/12:
- Holy Grounds Lectionary Study - 8 a.m., Fig Tree Coffee.
- Spanish Class - 9:30, Meeting Room.
SATURDAY, 11/14:
- Choir Rehearsals - 10 a.m., Sanctuary.
- Recycling - 10 a.m., Parking Lot.
SUNDAY, 11/15:
- Worship with Rev. Mother Kendra preaching - 10 a.m., Sanctuary.
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November 2026 Birthdays!
Nov. 3, Shelly Newton
Nov. 5, Andrew Bray
Nov. 9, Elba Aulich
Nov. 10, Robert Nicholas & Doris Shepher-Baker
Nov. 11, Connie Wecker
Nov. 20, Nancy Bray
Nov. 22, Nicholas Wilson
Nov. 23, Rachael Wilson
| | | | Parish Updates, Community Events, & Connectional News | | | |
Church Office and Custodian Hours:
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Church Office - M-Th, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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Custodian - M 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., W 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., F 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Pastor Angel to be Commissioned as EarthKeeper during Virtual Service - Tue., Nov. 10: The service, organized by the UM General Board of Global Ministries, will be online via Facebook Live on Tuesday, Nov. 10 at 5:00 p.m. (Pacific). We will have more information as the date gets closer.
Children’s Center
The Children’s Center will remain open during Sunday worship for families who may need a space for their child(ren). Please note that the Children’s Center is unstaffed, so parents or guardians are asked to remain with their children while using the space. The room does include audio and video access to the worship service so families can continue to participate in worship together.
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Creative Christian Crafters | First & Third Wednesdays, 10-11 a.m. Center Room.
For more info, contact Ruth Ann Baker.
Common Read | On break. Keep an eye out for our next read.
Ladies' Tea Time Social | Fourth Wednesday of the Month, 10:30 a.m.
For more info and the address, contact Chris Handley.
Holy Grounds Lectionary Study | Thursdays at 8:00 a.m., Fig Tree Coffee.
Bring your Bible, order a coffee, and join the conversation on this Sunday's scriptures.
Spanish-Language Class | Thursdays, 9:30 a.m., Meeting Room
Come learn Spanish with us! For more info, contact Paul Woicicki.
Men's Breakfast | First Saturday of the month, 8:30 a.m., Backman Hall.
No agenda. Just breakfast. For more info, contact Dave Sechrist.
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Our Pastor: Rev. Angel Rivero
Pastor Angel is available for pastoral care, general inquiries, and conversation by appointment Monday through Thursday. To schedule a time with him, you may speak with him directly, send an email to pastor.angel@firstumcroseville.org, or leave a message with the Church Office.
Please note that Fridays and Saturdays are his sabbath and personal days off.
Thank you for honoring this time of rest.
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First Church Roseville is a congregation of The United Methodist Church and is located in the Great Northern District of the California-Nevada Conference.
Great Northern District Superintendency Team
Revs. Dawn Blundell, Mike Harrell*, Angel Rivero, April Sousa
California-Nevada Conference Resident Bishop
Bishop Sandra Olewine
"Following Jesus. Thriving in Community. Healing the World."
"To make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world."
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