Loving our Neighbors Recovering from Multiple Hurricanes

Presbyterian Disaster Assistance • Donate

Dear Jennifer,

This week, Hurricane Milton was potentially Florida’s worst in 100 years. Less than two weeks earlier, Hurricane Helene wreaked havoc throughout the Southeast. People continue to struggle for the most basic of needs — food, water, and shelter. Clearly, the need for Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) has never been greater.

Our Mission & Service Ministry Team sent $1,000 to PDA to help families and churches coping with the disaster. Please consider contributing to PDA’s hurricane relief efforts.

In Gratitude,

Mission & Service Ministry Team

We Belong Together!

Financial Stewardship Campaign for 2025

Thank you to those who have already made your pledge of financial commitment to Sunnyvale Pres for 2025. Our goal is for everyone to make a pledge — no matter how large or small. Check out the progress poster in the narthex each Sunday as we add leaves on the tree in celebration of the pledges received on our way to full participation! 

You may pledge online or by using the pledge card you received in the mail. (Extra pledge cards are available in the narthex and pew racks.)

Bay Trail Hike at Shoreline

Tomorrow, Saturday, October 12 • 9 am • Map • RSVP

Join us for a flat 5-mile hike along the Bay Trail at Shoreline Lake in Mountain View. Shannon Reilly (in town for a short visit) is leading this hike. We’ll meet in front of the American Bistro Cafe at Shoreline Lake, 3160 N. Shoreline Blvd.

If you can join us, please RSVP so we know to look for you and how to reach you in case plans change unexpectedly. We look forward to seeing you!

Join the Fun at Trunk or Treat!

Saturday, October 26 • 6:30–8:30 pm

Church parking lot

It’s time for one of our biggest community outreach events of the year: Trunk or Treat. We’re bringing back favorite activities such as the toy raffle, games, balloon artists, food, a photo booth, and more. We would absolutely love to see you there — as a trick-or-treater, a trunk, a volunteer, or even all three!

Sign up to volunteer or view our Amazon wishlist to donate nut-free candy and small giveaway toys. Thank you!

Presbyterian History: Where did we come from and where are we going?

Sunday, October 27 • 11:30 am • Hybrid (Soulé Hall & Zoom)

What does it mean to say we are Presbyterians? Join Rev. Dr. Jim Bennett as we take a brief look at the history of Presbyterianism and how it fits into the larger history of Christianity and its Protestant branches. We will look at its emergence during the Reformation and then trace its expansion, its many divisions and reunions, how it has changed over time, and consider what the future might hold.

Volunteer Opportunities

sunnyvalepres.com/volunteer

We’d love to have your help! Volunteering is a great way to participate in the life of the church — a small amount of your time goes a long way toward making these events happen.

• Children & Youth scripture readers (first Sundays of the month) — email Children’s Ministry

• Fall Fest (Sunday, Oct. 20) — sign up online

• Trunk or Treat (Sunday, Oct. 26) — sign up online

Thanks in advance!

In Our Thoughts and Prayers...

Continued Prayers

• Mildred Prasad — recovering from broken rib
• Cheryl Thomas — recovering from broken shoulder
• Howard Gaines — on hospice care
• Maggie Burklund — healing and strength
• Joan Latimer — cancer journey

Grief

• The family and loved ones of Don Frevert after his passing on September 26

Praise

• Pat Wolff is cancer-free!

Ranked Choice Voting Talk

Oct. 13

Enviro. Justice Action Group

Oct. 14

LWV Reviewing Ballot Measures

Oct. 20

Fall

Fest

Oct. 20

Macular Degeneration

Group

Oct. 24

Navajo & Presbyterian History

Nov. 3

Save the Dates

• Memorial service for Don Frevert • November 15
• Adult Learning: Love is Courageous • November 17
• Music School Choral Festival • November 21
• MWC Friendsgiving • November 27

Sunday Mornings

• Bible Study • 8:30–9:30 am • Email
• Worship • 10 am • Child care available for ages 6 months–2 years (extended through kindergarten on All-Ages Worship Sundays)
• Children’s Programs: STARS (3 yrs–kinder) + Children’s Church (grades 1–5) • 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
• Centering Prayer • 2nd Sunday • 9:15 am • Fireside Room
• Prayer Stations • 2nd Sunday • After worship
• Walking the Labyrinth • 4th Sunday • After worship

Wednesday Evenings

• Sunnyvale CircleSongs • 1st Wednesdays • 7 pm • Fellowship Hall
• Modern Worship Collective • 2nd & 4th Wednesdays • 6 pm meal, Fellowship Hall • 7 pm service, Sanctuary
• Evensong: Contemplative Worship • 3rd Wednesdays • 7 pm • 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 • Coleman Room or patio outside the gym • Info 
• Support Group for Parents of Neurodiverse Kids • 2nd Wednesday • 10–11 am • Coleman Room 702 • Info • Email
• Senior Zoom Coffee • 2nd Thursday • 10:30 am • Info • Zoom • Email
• Young Adults Group • 4th Saturday (usually) • Email
• Queer Fellowship Group • Monthly get-togethers • Email
• Check our website for lots of interest groups — hiking, cycling, yoga, music, pickleball, board games, crafts, genealogy, environmental justice, and more!

Helpful Links

• Subscribe to e-newsletters for children, youth, and/or weekly worship focus.
• Like us on Facebook.
• Follow Sunnyvale Pres and Youth Ministry on Instagram.
• Re-read past articles in our newsletter archives.

Join us for weekly worship opportunities!

• Sundays @ 10 am — onsite or online
• Modern Worship Collective — 2nd & 4th Wednesdays @ 7 pm in the sanctuary
• Evensong: Contemplative Worship — 3rd Wednesdays @ 7 pm in the sanctuary

To join online, look for the red “Online Worship & Event Links” button at the top of our website.