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Monday September 28, 2026 | | |
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,
It was a real treat to gather at Bethel Lutheran for our All-Church Picnic on Saturday. We shared great food, wonderful fellowship, and a beautiful day together! I know we are all grateful for the many hands that helped make the picnic possible, and I am especially grateful to our friends at Bethel for welcoming us and sharing their beautiful campus with us.
I will be away from Thursday through Sunday this week to attend the Earthkeepers training program in Atlanta. Earthkeepers is a training focused on environmental justice and creation care, organized by the United Methodist General Board of Global Ministries. I am looking forward to this time of learning, discerning, and networking with fellow United Methodists who are sensing a call to be in better relationship with all creation.
This coming Sunday is both World Communion Sunday and St. Francis Sunday, making our guest preacher a particularly fitting person to help us conclude our Season of Creation worship series. The Rev. Sharon Delgado will share a message shaped by her faith and ministry as a creation advocate. I am sad I will miss her but I trust that you all will be blessed by her inspiring words.
Peace,
Pastor Angel
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First Church embraces Season of Creation with Worship Series and Common Read
Join us this upcoming Sunday, which is World Communion Sunday plus St. Francis Sunday, as our guest preacher, the Rev. Sharon Delgado, shares her message "A New Creation in Christ." Pastor Sharon is a retired elder in The United Methodist Church and has committed her ministry to creation justice. She the author of our Common Read book. This is a conclusion of our five-part Season of Creation worship series, Salt+Soil+Seawater.
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This week we resume our Common Read on Wednesday, Sept. 30, at 6:30 p.m. in the Children's Center, to discuss chapters 9-10 of Sharon Delgado's book Love in a Time of Climate Change: Honoring Creation, Establishing Justice. All are welcome, even if you have missed previous sessions. Note that author Sharon Delgado will be joining our Common Read on Wednesday, October 14.
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A Community of Belonging
Inquirers Class & New Members Sunday
We have a few folks who have indicated interest in joining the First Church community. If you desire to be baptized and / or want to become a professing member of First Church, please reach out to Pastor Angel. We are hoping to have a special Sunday in the fall to welcome new members of our community of faith. More details to come!
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Trunk or Treat
Join us this Halloween, Sat. Oct. 31 from 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. as we provide a safe Halloween experience for the community. If you would like to decorate your car we ask that you come 20-30 minutes early for set-up. Costumes not required but preferred to join in on the fun! We would deeply appreciate candy donations. Starting in October there will be a basket in the Sanctuary for candy drop offs.
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Baked Potato Lunch & Silly Bingo
On Sat. Oct. 17 at 12 p.m. in Backman Hall we will be having a self-serve potato bar, light salad, and beverages as we play Silly Bingo. Tickets are $15 and include one free Bingo card. There will be White Elephant prizes. For more information contact Dave Sechrist. Tickets can be purchased after worship on Sundays or on the day of the event.
| | This Week @ First Church | Mon., 9/21 - Sun., 9/27 | | | |
MONDAY, 9/28:
- Monday Meal Service - 12 p.m. - 1 p.m., Backman Hall.
WEDNESDAY, 9/30:
- Ladies Tea Time - 10:30 a.m., For more location contact Chris Handley.
- Common Read - 6:30 p.m., Children's Center.
THURSDAY, 10/1:
- Holy Grounds Lectionary Study - 8 a.m., Fig Tree Coffee.
- Spanish Class - 9:30, Meeting Room.
FRIDAY, 10/2:
- Ring-Out Gun Danger - 9:30 a.m., Meet on corner of Washington Blvd. and Church Street.
SATURDAY, 10/3 :
- Men's Breakfast - 8:30 a.m., Backman Hall.
- Choir Rehearsal - 10 a.m., Sanctuary.
SUNDAY, 10/4:
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Worship with Holy Communion – 10 a.m., Sanctuary. Rev. Sharon Delgado preaching and presiding. “A New Creation in Christ” based on Matt. 22:34-40 and 2 Cor. 5:17-6:2.
- Fellowship and Refreshments - Following Worship in Backman Hall.
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September 2026 Birthdays!
Sept. 18, Sara Spence, Leo Wierbick
Sept. 19, Ray Aitken
Sept. 23, Faith Oliver
| | | | Parish Updates, Community Events, & Connectional News | | | |
Office and Custodian Hours at First Church:
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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.
Sing a New Song by joining the Sanctuary Choir!
If you have a heart and passion for worship, we would love to see you at our choir rehearsals on Saturdays at 10 a.m. in the Sanctuary. If you you have any questions, please contact Choir Director Eleanor Kenitzer. ***We will resume rehearsals next week due to the All-Church picnic at Bethel Lutheran.
The United Methodist Church: Church & Society Webinar: Voting, Voice, and Democracy. Oct. 1-2, 10-11:15 a.m.
The General Board of Church and Society is hosting a two-part webinar series exploring what is at stake for voting rights, representation, and the future of American democracy. Please visit link to see details of event and register.
umcjustice.org/articles/webinar-voting-voice-and-democracy-10669
Taribya Institute Annual Mental Healthy Symposium: Beyond Industry Barriers and Biases, Saturday Oct. 3. 10-3 p.m.
Beneath the language of mental health as a mainstream phenomenon sits deeper questions few spaces are willing to ask. What does it actually mean to live and be well?
The IMAR 2026 Symposium is a one-day public conference for people across faiths, traditions, and communities in Northern California who sense that modern approaches to healing are incomplete and to explore wellbeing as a human question, not just a clinical one. $15 Registration Fee. If finances are a hindrance, please email the office administrator, Phoenix Rayne at office@firstumc.roseville.org for a scholarship. Please go to go to their website for registration and details about location.
Centering Prayer: Saturdays from 9 a.m. - 10 a.m. Heritage Chapel.
Pastor Hope from Incarnation Anglican Church in Roseville leads a weekly gathering for silent, contemplative prayer. It is a gentle method of silent meditation rooted in ancient Christian Contemplative tradition, inviting us to step away from the daily distractions and find stillness in the presence of God. All are welcome and invited. Coffee from The Fig Tree Coffee Shop will be served. For more information please email Hope Henkelmann at hopehenkelmann@yaoo.com.
Mark Your Calendar - Church Conference 2026
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.
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 | Wednesdays 6:30-7:30 p.m. Heritage Chapel.
Join us as we read Love in a Time of Climate Change: Honoring Creation, Establishing Justice by Sharon Delgado.
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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