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Don’t miss the

Palm Sunday Potluck

this Sunday after church!

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News from Pastor Hardy


Dear Kris,


How is your Lent going? I recently experienced something that shifted my whole perspective on this season, and I want to share it with you.


At last week’s Presbyterian Disaster Assistance Advisory Board meeting in the Dominican Republic, we heard first-hand stories of how environmental, economic, and political shifts are causing massive suffering for some of the world’s poorest communities. It pivoted my Lenten idea of suffering from a spiritual abstract to what is, for so many, a year-round lived reality.


The week left me humbled and grateful for the strength I witnessed in those who cling to God in faith, for the real change happening in the lives of those touched by our shared denominational ministries, and for the hope that our world can be changed by those living out love for others in God’s name.


I look forward to sharing more about what I’ve learned with all of you, and I pray that our Lenten journeys would empower us to spread that hope to all.


Faithfully,

Hardy

Holy Week & Easter Celebrations

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Easter Eggstravaganza

March 23

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Palm Sunday Service

March 24

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Palm Sunday Potluck

March 24

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One Great Hour

of Sharing

March 24

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Maundy

Thursday

March 28

Meal & Service

Good

Friday

March 29

Service
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Easter Sunrise Service

March 31

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Traditional

Easter Service

March 31

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Easter Egg Hunt

after service

March 31

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Prayer Shawl Ministry


Meet Milt Gentry — the most prolific knitter in our church’s Prayer Shawl Ministry! If you would like a shawl for yourself or a friend, contact us for an online link to available shawls and to arrange delivery. 


If you knit/crochet or want to learn, contact us for the Zoom link to our meeting on the third Wednesday of every month. 

Last Call for

Women’s Retreat Sign-ups!

Registration deadline March 24

Retreat April 5–7


Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity for a rich and relaxing weekend together at the beautiful Vallombrosa Center in Menlo Park! All women and non-binary people are invited. We have 40 registered so far, but spots are still available for weekenders and day-trippers. Deadline to sign up is this Sunday, March 24.


Learn more and register online.

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Annual Meeting Recap

Annual ReportSlideshow


The church’s annual meeting occurred last Sunday. We reviewed the budget, approved the Terms of Call for our pastors, and approved amendments to our bylaws. The highlight of the meeting was hearing from various church members — Jonathan Dix, Roger Elrod, and Heather Dunphy-Nielson — about their perspectives on our ministry. ​


You can read the 2023 Annual Report or watch the year-end slideshow online.

Memorial for Rosann Burley

Sunday, March 24 • 2 pm • Brookdale San Jose


Everyone is invited to a memorial service for former member Rosann Burley on Sunday, March 24 at 2 pm at Brookdale San Jose (1009 Blossom River Way).

In Our Thoughts and Prayers...


Continued Prayers

  • Jean Hornsey — recovering from fall and shingles
  • John Kolb — recovering from back fracture and transitioning into move to Oregon
  • Elsie Hasling — recovering from fall
  • Maggie Burklund — comfort and strength
  • Nancy and David Tousignant — strength and comfort
  • Joan Latimer — cancer
  • Mildred Prasad — dementia
  • Howard Gaines — comfort


Grief

  • Prayers for Donna Dillard after the passing of her mother
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CARAVAN Fundraiser

April 21

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Spring

Movie Night

April 26

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History of LDS (Mormonism)

April 28

Adult Learning Class

Save the date...


  • Book Cart Author Meet & Greet with Todd Compton • April 21
  • Macular Degeneration Group • April 25
  • The Music School’s Spring Musical • April 27
  • Choir of Bells Concert • April 27
  • Volunteer Appreciation Sunday • April 28
  • New Friends Brunch • April 28
  • Confirmation Sunday • May 5
  • New Member Class • May 5
  • Safe Church Training • May 19
  • Vacation Bible School • June 10–14
  • CARAVAN • July 21–28
Church Calendar
Ongoing Connections

Sunday Mornings

  • Bible Study • 8:30–9:30 am Email
  • Worship • 10 am • Nursery (child care) available for ages 6 months through kindergarten
  • Children’s Church + STARS (3 yrs–5th grade) • 10 am • Register
  • Youth Group • Times vary, check the website
  • Children’s Ministry Bake Sale • 1st Sunday • After worship • Trinity Court or donate online • Supports Children’s Ministry service projects
  • DipJar • 1st Sunday • Trinity Court or donate online • Supports Sunnyvale Community Services
  • Grief Support Group • 1st Sunday • 1 pm • Zoom • Email
  • Prayer Stations • 2nd Sunday • After worship
  • Family Meals • 2nd Sunday (not happening in March; resumes in April) • 11:30 am–1 pm • Phoenix Center • Info


Wednesday Evenings

  • OASIS (Grades 1–5) • Wednesdays • 6:15–7:30 pm • Email • Register
  • Sunnyvale CircleSongs • 1st Wednesdays • 7 pm (new time!) • Fellowship Hall
  • Modern Worship Collective • 2nd & 4th Wednesdays (not meeting March 27) • 6 pm meal, Fellowship Hall • 7 pm (new time!) service, Sanctuary
  • Evensong: Contemplative Worship • 3rd Wednesdays • 7 pm (new time!) • Sanctuary


Prayer & Bible Study Groups

  • Virtual Small Group for Grades 4–6 • Mondays • 6:15–7 pm • Email
  • Men’s Bible Study • Tuesdays • 6:30–7:30 am • Email


Social & Support Groups

  • LGBTQ+ Family and Friends Group • 1st Monday • 7 pm • Email
  • Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group • 4th Tuesday • 11:30 am • Over Zoom • Call 1-800-272-3900
  • Parents Together • 1st Wednesday • 9–11 am • Patio outside the gym • Info
  • Support Group for Parents of Neurodiverse Kids • 2nd Wednesday • 10–11 am • Coleman Room 702 • Info • Email
  • Prayer Shawl Knitters • 3rd Wednesday • 7:30–9 pm • Over Zoom • Email
  • Senior Zoom Coffee2nd Thursday • 10:30 am • Info
  • Queer Fellowship Group • Monthly get-togethers • Email


Outdoors

  • Hiking Group • 2nd Saturday • 9 am • Email
  • Cycling Group • Most Saturday mornings • 9 am • Email


Helpful Links

2023–2024 Fiscal YTD Results


Feb 2024 (month 11) $ K   

Church Income...... $1,233

Church Expenses.... $1,392

Church Deficit..... $.(159)

Outreach Surplus... $..146

Combined Deficit....$..(13)


Fiscal year-to-date through February, the church is reporting a deficit and the outreach groups are reporting surplus. The church expenses of $1,392K are $153K less than the original budget. That church spending is offset by the income of $1,233K, resulting in a church deficit of $(159)K. The outreach groups (PELC and The Music School ) have contributed $146K, so the combined organization is reporting a deficit of $(13)K year-to-date. February is the eleventh month of our fiscal year.

Weekly Worship

Join us for weekly worship opportunities!


  • Sundays @ 10 am — onsite or online
  • Modern Worship Collective — 2nd & 4th Wednesdays @ 7 pm (new time!) in the sanctuary (not meeting March 27)
  • Evensong: Contemplative Worship 3rd Wednesdays @ 7 pm (new time!) in the sanctuary


To join online, look for the red banner at the top of our website. Click the white button, “Join online worship & events.”

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