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Sleepy Hollow Presbyterian Church Newsletter
Weekly Happenings at SHPC
Thursday, May 30, 2024
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This Sunday, June 2, 2024 at 9:30 a.m.
Sacrament of Holy Communion
We Gather at Church and by Zoom
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A Note from Pastor Sherri
Dear Friends,
Grace and peace to you as we celebrate the gifts of another glorious weekend ahead. Our wider community and SHPC is filled with people who have myriad gifts of knowledge, experience and wisdom and the generosity of spirit to share them that we all might grow. This Sunday morning at 9:30 am you are invited to worship to learn from our own Doug Eisinger as he speaks to us on "Climate Change: Keeping our Sense of Direction".
Doug Eisinger and his family have been SHPC members for many years. Doug is an environmental professional. He has been a manager for the U.S. EPA, a transportation-air quality program manager at UC Davis, and a board member for Sonoma Technology, an environmental consulting firm. Doug is also an affiliate professor for the University of Washington Masters in Sustainable Transportation program. He has taught environmental courses at UC Davis, the University of Hawaii, and Vermont Law & Graduate School. His book, Smog Check, shares how implementation of the Clean Air Act led to an intense political confrontation between federal regulators and California politicians. From 2017-2023, under the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine, Doug chaired the Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Mitigation Committee for the U.S. Transportation Research Board. He has been a volunteer for SHPC, our public schools, the National Park Service, and the Town of San Anselmo.
We are blessed to have Doug in our midst and hope you will join us to learn from him and be a part of the vibrant growing community that is Sleepy Hollow Presbyterian Church.
Blessings,
Sherri
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Sunday, June 2 - Sacrament of Holy Communion
& Guest Speaker Doug Eisinger
9:30 a.m. Worship
Fellowship
11 a.m. Youth Band
Sunday, June 9
9:30 a.m. Worship
Fellowship
11 a.m. Youth Band
Sunday, June 16 - Father's Day
9:30 a.m. Worship
Fellowship
11 a.m. Youth Band
Sunday, June 23
9:30 a.m. Worship
Fellowship
11 a.m. Youth Band
Sunday, June 30
9:30 a.m. Worship
Fellowship
11 a.m. Youth Band
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Find SHPC on YouTube!
ICYMI, last week and all of our services are there!
Click this link to watch our Sunday service.
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Prayer List
Please remember in your prayers
Would you like a prayer partner to pray with after worship? A zoom prayer meeting during the week? Contact Helene Wong by clicking HERE.
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We pray for:
Frankie Eakes, for full recovery from her recent accident;
Bob Steiner, may his spirit rest in perfect peace, and may God comfort his loved ones in their time of bereavement;
The Holy Land, Israel/Palestine, for God's healing to wash over the land and all of its people in this time of immense tragedy, for an end to violence, and for new leadership to bring human rights, justice, and peace for all people;
The incarcerated, and their loved ones, especially those held in solitary confinement; for a justice system and prison system that uphold our highest values, and for humane treatment at all times;
Dear friend of Jan Ardell's family, Crystal, we rejoice in the healing that has taken place and pray for her continued healing from serious brain injury;
Erica Baumsteiger, for complete healing and recovery from an occupational injury, and for relief from pain;
Kelsey Lopin, for health, healing, total wellbeing, and for uplift of spirit and energy through God's felt presence and healing love;
Healing, wellbeing, and caring community for those with diagnosed or undiagnosed behavioral/mental health issues, and for those who love them, God's abiding peace;
Recovery for those with substance abuse/dependency issues;
Our young people, and all people searching for purpose, and suffering from anxiety, depression, isolation, may God give them a wellspring of creativity, community, and joy;
The people of Ukraine, after the one year anniversary of the invasion, for an end to war, and for true peace;
For sensible gun control to stem the loss of life from gun violence;
Immigrants and asylum seekers, those who have lost their lives in their treacherous journeys, and their loved ones, may all be treated as fully human and deserving of dignity;
Our planet, all God's children, may God guide world leaders and energize us to continue our work to keep the planet livable;
The unhoused community, for dignity and housing that is sustainable;
The PC(USA), for courage and energy to continue our world-wide mission of love and justice for all people;
Dr. Doug Tilton, our PC(USA) mission co-worker in Southern Africa, and all our mission workers world-wide in peace and justice ministries.
Please take time this week to pray for those on our list.
And send additional prayer requests to Pastor Sherri.
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SHPC Mission: Justice Garden
Tomato Plant Sale
Thanks to everyone who grew and nurtured seedlings! Our annual tomato plant sale was another fantastic success. We have raised $5,418 from this year's sale!
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My How They've Grown:
It's time to update our membership photo gallery. Some of the photos are a decade old! We'd like to add photos of new members and friends of the church. If you have a current photo that you'd like to share, please bring a 4x6 to church and leave in the envelope attached to the bulletin board or share with Sharon Hamilton who will print it: minuaka.sh@gmail.com
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Baking help needed for Communion Sundays. Please contact Koren Grubb for more information.
email Koren
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Small Groups at SHPC - A Great Way to Make Friends and Deepen Ties!
NEW: Social Media Education, Support, and Strategies, facilitated by Win Cottle.
Our Small Groups make the church hum! Belonging to a small group is a great way to contribute, have fun, make close friends, and feel a sense of belonging. Here are our ongoing groups, with more to come:
Flower and Seasonal Artists, contact Patti Vance
Choir and Band, contact Alex Walker
Justice Garden and Farm Stand, contact Michael Durphy
Family Ministries team, contact Anna Welch
Racial Equity Book Club, contact Lezley Blair
Laurel Dell Garden Support Team, contact Melissa Grimm
San Pedro School after-school enrichment team, contact Jody Brockett
Youth Wellness Team; Teen Parent Support Team, contact Bridget Clark
Small Group Dinners - contact your parish leaders & Sharon Adams
Green Team - contact Bridget Clark
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SHPC MISSION: San Pedro Elementary School After School Enrichment Needs Volunteers with a Heart for Needy Children
These are the neediest kids in our area, mostly newcomers to the US living in poverty, and they need our help. Jody is organizing this terrific program, so please contact her if you can fill a few slots.
Wednesday afterschool program - volunteer hours are either 2-3:15 or 3:45-4:30 pm.
Please contact Jody to find out more!
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SHPC Music is in good hands with Music Director Alex Walker and Children's Music Leader Pam Selvig!
Choir Rehearsal -
Choir will continue to meet weekly before worship on Sunday, and do regular weekly singing in worship. New singers welcome! Any questions - contact Alex
Youth Band every Sunday at 11 with Pam and Alex! LOADS of FUN!
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MUSIC LESSONS! At the church Sunday afternoons with Alex: guitar, bass, piano, drums, voice! Contact Alex.
Piano and Ukulele lessons with Pam Selvig! Learn to play your favorite songs. All ages welcome. Contact Pam.
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Join Us in Making History in Marin
Peace to you, friends and colleagues. We want to share the exciting and historic news that Christ Presbyterian Church is hosting San Rafael's first-ever Juneteenth Celebration! We invite you and your congregation to attend this inaugural event on Saturday, June 15 from 11a-3p.
The Juneteenth Family Festival will be full of delicious food, live music, community leaders, handmade arts, a bounce house, and good vibes.
Chaplain Chitoka Webb’s vision for the event is celebrating historic African American FIRSTS in Marin County. We want to celebrate the many contributions the African American community has made and continues to make. This includes celebrating Rev. Dr. Laurie Garrett-Cobbina, librarian William Calhoun, and former mayor Brian Colbert, among others.
San Rafael’s First Juneteenth Family Festival
11a-3p on Saturday, June 15 at 620 Del Ganado Road, San Rafael
Please contact Ashley Pogue (information below) if you are interested in volunteering to help with the Festival.
We look forward to seeing you on June 15 at this special event. If you have any questions, please reach out to Chaplain Chitoka Webb.
With deep gratitude,
Chitoka
Chitoka Webb, Chaplain, and M. Div.
Juneteenth Family Festival Visionary and Director
chitokaw@cpcinterralinda.org
Ashley
Ashley Pogue, Community Initiatives Executive Director, and M.Div.
ashleyp@cpcinterralinda.org
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Westminster Woods Reimagined Summer Programs
Camp Soulspring: Camp Soulspring is a faith-based Summer Camp that nurtures the social and spiritual development of young people by helping them create meaningful relationships between Self, Others, Nature, and God.
The Grove: Design your own custom Family Camp experience using the magic of Westminster Woods and the surrounding playground of West Sonoma County.
Woods to Waves: Continuing Westminster Woods' long trip-camp tradition, Woods to Waves gives a group of high schoolers the freedom to bond with one another through the shared discovery of Sonoma County's hidden creeks and corners, and through the collaborative sharing of their own stories and wisdom around the campfire.
Friendship Camp: Friendship Camp is a week for adults with developmental disabilities to express joy, create friendships, embrace nature, and worship God.
Inspire Services: Inspire invites guests of all backgrounds to ground themselves through a quiet and contemplative musical service, providing space for prayer and reflection.
Summer Staff: Because many religious communities are often racially segregated, Westminster Woods intentionally hires a racially diverse staff that share a common love for God, demonstrating the common love that is possible between individuals who come from different backgrounds. Our staff is dedicated to providing transformational experiences for every camper.
Here is the registration link for all of our programs!
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Zephyr Point Youth Basecamp
Registration Open Now
At Summer Basecamp at Zephyr Point, Middle and High School students are invited to experience God through education, exploration, and inspiration!
Join us at Summer Basecamp for a life-changing week on the shores of Lake Tahoe! What better way to spend a week of your summer than meeting new friends, going on outdoor adventures, playing wild games, and engaging in conversations about life and faith?
At 2024 Summer Basecamp, you will:
- Cultivate friendships (both old and new) and make memories that will last a lifetime
- Have the chance to engage in conversations about God and faith, no matter where you are on your spiritual journey
- Care for and learn from Creation through a variety of activities, including hiking, kayaking/paddle boarding, or a high ropes course
- Laugh until you cry at our awesome lineup of evening activities, including skit nights and dance parties
- Grow in your understanding that you are a beloved child of God!
Basecamp Info and Registration
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