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New day & time!
Modern Worship Collective
2nd & 4th Sundays • 5 pm
Join us this Sunday, September 14 for community dinner and worship (“dinner church”) in Fellowship Hall!
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Dear Friends,
There are lots of new opportunities for our Children’s, Youth, & Family Ministries for our 2025–26 programming year. We have a renewed group of leaders and volunteers and I’m excited for what God has in store for us!
Our Children’s Church program consists of STARS (3–5 years), BLAST (6–10 years), and child care (0–2 years). All of our Children’s Church programs will take place in the Phoenix Center. Please consider volunteering — we need more adult shepherd volunteers for our classrooms.
Our Youth Ministry programs consist of a Middle School Group (5th–7th grade) and a Confirmation/Discipleship Group (8th grade & up), both meeting on 1st & 3rd Sundays of the month from 5–7 pm. There is also a parents’ group that meets at the same time (child care provided). Other church groups are invited to volunteer to provide a simple dinner from 5–5:30 pm.
Faithfully,
Rich
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Death Cafés — Obituaries
Sunday, September 14 • 3 pm • Fireside Room
| | Join Pastor Annanda for our first Death Café! These monthly events are meant to help normalize discussions around end-of-life preparations. This month we’ll explore the history and practical importance of writing our obituaries, practice writing our own, and discuss what it means to reflect on our own lives and how we would like to be remembered while we are still living. Coffee, tea, and cookies will be provided. See you there! | | |
Bear Creek Redwoods Hike
Tomorrow! Saturday, September 13 • 8:30 am • Map • RSVP
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Adult Learning
Sharing Small Group Stories
Sunday, September 14 • 11:30 am • Soulé Hall & Zoom
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Hear members (old and new) share their experiences belonging to smaller groups within the church. Learn how connecting with other Sunnyvale Pres folks and building those relationships has impacted their lives. After a time of sharing and Q&A, there will be an opportunity to sign up for a connect group.
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Evensong
Wednesday, September 17 • 7 pm
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This month’s Evensong Contemplative Worship will be a special service in which Keyla Zorzella will guide us in understanding and using the labyrinth. After a time of lovely contemplative worship, we will move to Trinity Court where 7-circuit rope labyrinths will be set up. Everyone will have a chance to have an encounter with God through the labyrinth. Join us for this unique experience!
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Peace & Global Witness Offering
Now through October 5 • Donate online or by check
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This year’s Peace & Global Witness offering will support Somos Watsonville, an inclusive, bilingual gathering space where families can explore their identities, connect with others, receive support and skills, and engage in fellowship and fun. Somos Watsonville was incubated by the Presbytery of San Jose and is overseen by the Rev. Julie Porras-Center, who preached at Sunnyvale Pres on July 20.
Thank you for contributing online or by check. Be sure to designate “Peace & Global Witness” in the drop-down menu online, or on the memo line on your check.
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Sacred Land, Shared Futures
Wednesday, October 8 • 9:30 am–2:30 pm • Flyer
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Recent legislation in California provides potential avenues for faith-based institutions to develop affordable housing on their land. As part of the Regional Housing Technical Assistance Program, the “Sacred Land, Shared Futures” workshop will help Bay Area city staff and faith communities explore SB4 (2024, also known as YIGBY – Yes in God’s Backyard!).
This event will be held at Sunnyvale Pres and everyone is welcome to attend. Lunch will be provided. Registration is requested by October 1.
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Fall Fest
Sunday, October 12 • 4–6 pm (right before MWC) • Trinity Court
| | Come for an afternoon of fun, including a live band, lots of games, pumpkin painting for the kids, and s'mores! Bring a potluck dish to share and enjoy an afternoon of community fun in Trinity Court. Questions? Email Carol Heath. | | | |
Music School Jukebox
Friday, October 13 • 6–9 pm • Fellowship Hall • Tickets
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Join us for pizza, ice cream, and the ultimate sing-along with a live band! Come sing Broadway showtunes and favorite classics with Music School faculty and friends. A song list will be shared prior to the event, and lyrics will be available for all participants. Song leader sign-ups will be open at the event. Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for kids ages 3–10.
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You Can Join the Choir of Bells!
Tuesdays • 7–9 pm • Sanctuary
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Interested in playing handbells? Come join the Choir of Bells for their fall/winter season and make a joyful noise unto the Lord! The Choir of Bells plays during 10 am worship on the third Sunday of the month and on Christmas Eve. Practices are Tuesdays 7 – 9 pm in the sanctuary (with a chocolate break halfway through!). All levels of experience welcome; training provided. If interested, please contact Gretchen Rauch or Jeff Reilly.
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In Our Thoughts and Prayers...
Continued Prayers
- Joey Lee & his family — his brother entered hospice care
- Grace Randle — rare cancer diagnosis
- Maggie Burklund — in hospice care
- Phil Craine — healing and strength
- Mildred Prasad — dementia and depression
Grief
- The family and loved ones of Simone Yecny after her passing on August 24
- Kyle Thomas after the passing of his father, John Thomas, on August 31
- The family and loved ones of Judy Joy after her passing on September 3
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Congregational Meeting
Sept. 21
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Parents
Together
1st Wednesdays
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Save the Dates
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World Communion Sunday • October 5
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Trek or Treat • October 24
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New Member Class • October 26
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Safe Church training • November 16
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Join us for weekly worship opportunities!
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Sundays @ 10 am — onsite or online
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Modern Worship Collective — Dinner and worship in Fellowship Hall, 2nd & 4th Sundays @ 5 pm
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Evensong: Contemplative Worship — 3rd Wednesdays @ 7 pm in the sanctuary
To join online on Sundays, look for the red “Online Worship & Event Links” button at the top of our website.
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Beware of scams! If you’re ever unsure about a message that looks like it’s from a church staff member, contact us before purchasing gift cards or sending money to anyone.
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