Our Mission: "We are an inclusive Open and Affirming faith community reaching out with love, compassion, and justice."
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Thursday, November 4, 2021
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Fall Back Saturday Night! |
Be sure to set your clocks back one hour Saturday night. Daylight Savings time ends! Either that, or you'll be an hour early for church and you'll miss out on an extra hour of sleep! |
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QUARTERLY GATHERING AND COVENANT WORKSHOP ON SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 7 |
The November 7 Quarterly Gathering will begin with a brief financial overview, a visual presentation of the needs and workings of each of our leadership areas, and a review and discussion of COVID Protocol chart. Board members will be present to answer any questions to assist you in completing your Covenant.
A brief overview of the work of the 7 "areas" that make this church work
may be found near the end of this newsletter. Which area suits your talents and interests?
The latest COVID Protocol information i s available on the church website www.uccredlands.org under “Communications – RUCC Public Documents” along with all our other documents.
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A Message from Our Pastor and Teacher |
November 7 - Covenant Sunday ~~ “The Great Digital Commission”
Jesus’s final words to the disciples were “Go and make disciples of all nations.” It is called “The Great Commission.” The “great commission” must have seemed ludicrous to the tiny band of disciples. Why did the disciples not flee at the enormity of the mission? Perhaps the reason they did not run away in fear is because Jesus added these words of support, “And remember, I will be with you always, to the end of the age” (Matthew 28:20).
In the year 2021, we hear the Great Digital Commission (to spread the good news not only with words, but through posts, videos, tweets, and our very lives). As we share the good news of Divine Love, whether online or in the flesh, we give thanks for the ways the Risen Christ is alive and at work within the RUCC faith community and the world. On this Covenant Sunday, let’s celebrate the Spirit who is on the move in our very midst!
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Sunday's Scripture.
Matthew 28: 16 – 20
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Sunday, November 7, the Twenty-fourth Sunday after Pentecost -- Covenant Sunday |
Prelude:.Sisi Ni Moja (We Are One) by Jacob Narverud...........Sophia Ohanian ...................................................................................................& Zoe Petersen
Welcome and Call to Worship:........................................................Carol Robb
Opening Hymn #471 What a Covenant
Opening Prayer:...............................................................................Carol Robb
Celebration:
Community Joys and Concerns ........................Rev. Dr. Jill A. Kirchner-Rose
Special Music: What Love Can Do Mark Burrows ...................Covenant Choir
Scripture: Matthew 28: 16 – 20........................................................Carol Robb
Scripture Hymn: One Spirit of Love
Message: ““The Great Digital Commission”...........................Dr. Kirchner-Rose
Offertory: We Are the World by Michael Jackson & Lionel Richie ........................................................................ Sophia Ohanian & Zoe Petersen
Doxology: ................................................................................
Prayer of Dedication:.......................................................................Carol Robb
Receiving of Covenants
Blessing of Covenants..................... ................................Dr. Kirchner-Rose
Invitation to the Communion Table: ............................ Dr. Kirchner-Rose
Closing Hymn: Amazing Grace
Benediction: ..........................................................................Dr. Kirchner-Rose
The CDC recently reclassified San Bernardino County as "Red Tier." Under our COVID Protocols, we will be celebrating Communion outside on the Patio.
After Communion, please return to the Sanctuary for the Quarterly Gathering.
If you are participating virtually, we will share together Holy Communion in our online interactive worship. Before the time of the service, you will want to prepare some bread - a slice, a small loaf, a tortilla, a rice cake - a wheat product is not necessary. Let it be something you alone, or your with others in your household, may break and share. Prepare a cup or cups of juice or your choice of wine-with or without alcohol.
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Concerns:
- Prayers for the family of Irene, identical twin sister of Norma Erickson, who passed from life to Life.
- Prayers for Cynthia McGuigan who is hospitalized and undergoing tests.
- Prayers for Laurie, dear friend of Caroline McAllister, who is in hospice with end stage breast cancer.
- Prayers for Amelia, 3 year old niece of Janet Wilson, who tested positive for COVID.
- Prayers for Lisa, friend of Beth Welsh, who is recovering from emergency surgery.
- Prayers for Mary Lou Haney who is recovering from surgery.
- Prayers for the family of Ted, family member of Janet Wilson, who passed from life to Life.
- Prayers for the family of Rose, close friend of Johanna Ballard, who passed from life to Life.
- Prayers for the family of Penni Pierce, close friend of Inez Diggs, who passed from life to Life.
- Johanna Ballard requests healing prayers for her dear friend, Lana.
- Prayers for Jackie Patrick, whose father passed from life to Life
- Prayers for the mother of Cynthia McGuigan, Mary Ann, who is hospitalized from a heart attack
- Prayers for Margaret Barnett who is now on Hospice.
- Prayers for Kathy Blanchard who will be transferring to re-hab as she continues to recover.
- Sue Hammond requests prayers for her sister-in-law, Linda, who is receiving treatment for multiple myeloma.
- Prayers for Burt, family member of Johanna Ballard, who is facing severe health challenges.
- Prayers for Bob Sheets, husband of Nancy Sheets, who is recovering from surgery to repair a torn retin
- Prayers for Connie Roener who is recovering from surgery for the removal of breast cancrer
- Prayers for Susi Jacobsen for health concerns she is facing.
- Eliza Ames requests prayers for her brother Coyne who is hospitalized and is very ill.
- Beth Welsh requests prayers for her brother, Michael, who is recovering from surgery following a work accident.
Ongoing Concerns:
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Joe Adcock, family member of Mary Mortensen
Anden, nephew of Michelle McNevin
Jerry Andrews
Jeff Bonadiman
Les Budai
Burt, family member of Johanna Ballard
Diane Campbell
Diane, Sister-in-Law of Heather King
Dave, brother of Johanna Ballard
Carol Chaney
Caroline, mother of Karen Blad
Claudine, grandmother of Paul & Dantae Welsh
Precia Gwenhwyfer Courtney-Hveen
Cousin of Rick Cruz
Norma Erickson
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Michael Flores
Betty Gayle
Jerry Greenfield
Emma Grimauld
Katia Hage
Beki Hill
Jody Hoelle
Harriet Holt, Beki Hill's mother
Mark Alan Johnson, friend of Nancy Hotaling
Kim Johnson, friend of Gretchen Andrews
Jenny, Sister of Jules Rattray
Emily Jones
Keith, cousin of Maegan Hill
Hank Kirchner
Amber McGuigan
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Sara Montez
Bill McIntyre
Maria Montana
Carmen & Jim Neafsey
Ryan and Evan Paul
Rick Peetz, Sr.
Kristin Farmer Preslica
Nancy Rojas
Adolph Romero
Joan Roth
Spencer, friend of Stacey Greene
Miguel Sewer
Doris Stockton, Kathi Roth's Grandmother
Heather Tee
Arika Torres
Rosemary Tuohy
Vasquez Family
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Special note regarding the Prayer List: Please review the list for any prayer requests you made that are outdated or that may be removed. Please notify both [email protected] and [email protected] of any changes that are needed. Thank you. |
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Reflection of the Week from the Racial Justice Team |
California lawmakers unanimously passed a law to return what was once a thriving coastal resort that catered to Black residents when racial segregation barred them from many beaches. Bruce's Beach was purchased in 1912 by Willa and Charles Bruce, who built a lodge, a cafe, a dance hall, and dressing tents. Manhattan Beach officials seized the land from the Bruces in 1924.
"This country always likes to say: 'You can make it. Just pull yourself up by your bootstraps,'" said Kavon Ward, who founded an advocacy organization called Justice for Bruce's Beach. "These people were doing that, and they were building community and spreading the wealth within the community and enhancing other Black people, and it was all stripped away."
Among its objectives, Where Is My Land seeks to secure restitution for lost wealth and enterprise.
"For me, it was more than just land being taken from Black people," Ward said. "It was land taken away from Black entrepreneurs. It was business. It was community."
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Thoughts from the Environmental Justice Team |
Plastic-free products
From The Creation by E. O. Wilson, naturalist and professor biology at Harvard (written 2006):
"Religion and science are the two most powerful forces in the world today, including especially the United States. If religion and science could be united on the common ground of biological conservation, the problem would soon be solved. If there is any moral precept shared by people of all beliefs, it is that we owe ourselves and future generations a beautiful, rich, and healthful environment."
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RUCC CHURCH NURSERY IS OPEN! |
The nursery will be open every Sunday starting at 9:15 a.m., to accommodate parents and guardians who are taking part in any RUCC before-worship-service activity on our campus. And the nursery will remain open until 12:15 p.m. each Sunday.
KIDS' ZONE REBOOTS THIS SUNDAY
All kids* through 8th Grade are encouraged to join Kids' Zone each Sunday from 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. Kids Zone will be held in the classroom adjacent to Covenant Hall, next to the nursery.
This will be a fun time with Ms. Susi games and crafts and other learning activities each week. You won’t want to miss it!
*For infants and toddlers, nursery care is available starting at 9:15 a.m. each Sunday.
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Book Group Meeting Time Change |
The RUCC Book Group will meet this Sunday at 12:30 p.m.in the Founder's Room, due to the Congregational Gathering at 11:30 a.m. The group will discuss Becoming Duchess Goldblatt: discussion led by Carrie Schlinder
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This Saturday, November 6 is Sacred Saturday |
On November 6 we will come together for Sacred Saturday. This “mini retreat” lasts from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm. We will share time in community and in our own solitude, prayer & meditation. All are welcome.
And, as a reminder, with Covenant Sunday right around the corner, feel free to use this time and space to prayerfully consider the year ahead and your covenant with God, Love, Mystery, Deep Peace, Spirit (or whatever name you use!)
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SCRIP MAKES FUNDRAISING EASY |
Scrip/Gift Card Program is still ongoing! – When you purchase gift cards to pay for your day-to-day expenses or provide as gifts, RUCC receives a rebate that helps fund our missions. It’s an easy way to raise some money for RUCC.
Small denomination cards – For a limited time, you can purchase $5 or $10 gift cards to more retailers, like Target, Amazon, Starbucks, Barnes & Noble, Home Depot, Walmart, Panera, Chipotle, fast food restaurants, and more. Perfect for a thank you or holiday gift during this season.
Order Deadlines – For the remainder of 2021, here is the ordering schedule for physical gift cards. We will increase the order frequency as we get closer to the holidays. Be sure to get your orders in early enough for all of your holiday shopping or giving (groceries and gifts).
November 15 – available for pickup on November 21
November 29 – available for pickup on December 5
December 13 – available for pickup on December 19
Scrip/Gift Card Table on Sundays – Come to the scrip/gift card table after worship to buy Stater Brothers gift cards in stock, place orders for gift cards from hundreds of brands/companies, and learn more about this fundraising program and how you can help.
eCards – Remember that you can buy eGift cards, available to you immediately, to use for online or in-person shopping or to send as a gift. Every time you buy, RUCC gets a small rebate.
Please contact Jennifer at [email protected] if you need help placing an order or want to learn more about the program.
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Applicants Still Sought for Office and Property Manager |
The remaining position to be filled is that of Office and Property Manager. Our current Office Manager has announced her retirement. Click here for the job description and application instructions.
Please share this information freely with qualified people who may be interested.
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Which Leadership Area Fits You?
RUCC's unique covenanting process gives you the opportunity to sign up to volunteer for different leadership areas that help make our church vibrant and spirit-filled. Please consider covenanting to be part of at least one of these groups.
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WORSHIP
The Worship Committee works closely with the Pastor and other staff to help keep our services meaningful and lively. If you have ideas for worship themes, decorations, and such, this is the place for you!
The formation of an sub-committee to explore options for the organ was recently added to our duties. If this is an area that speaks to you, please join us!
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STEWARDS
Stewards are looking for a few good humans!
· Learn about the Church's financial health and take part in the budgeting process
· Gain knowledge of our Campus and assist in decisions that will benefit RUCC for years to come
· Interact with the Board and other Committee members in a team effort to improve the experience of our Congregation
· Make new Friends!
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HOSPITALITY
- Provide Food for Special Events and Fellowship Hour (Food, Drinks and Decorations)
- Purchase Kitchen Supplies
- Send out Birthday Cards
- Provide Food for Special Events
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EDUCATION
The committee meets on line once a month Volunteer needs include:
- 2nd Set of Eyes: All we need is a 2nd adult in the Nursery and in each Sunday School room. No class prep needed—just be in the room with the teacher and the kids.
- Children’s Sunday School teachers: We need teachers. The classes we offer are as follows: Sparrows, PreK thru K; Doves, Grades 1 thru 3; Eagles, Grades 4 thru 6.
- Adult Ed articipants/discussion facilitators: we currently have two adult Education offerings. 1) The Seekers (Book Group style Adult Sunday School) meets every Sunday at 9:15 AM. 2) The RUCC Book Group is a traditional-style book group which meets monthly at RUCC. Members take turns facilitating the discussion.
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CHURCH GROWTH
This area's needs include:
- Greeters for Sunday morning,
- Church Growth committee members,
- a subcommittee on communication.
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WIDER MINISTRIES
Needs more people for the committee who are interested in putting forward charitable organizations we can donate to.
We also need people who are willing to help organize a couple of fundraising related events each year.
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SHEPHERDS
In an effort to develop fellowship, and/or member assistance in times of need, our Church is divided into shepherd groups. Each member is assigned a shepherd group. Currently there are six shepherd groups, two of the six include a social justice, and a young families group.
These shepherd groups meet four times a year in a social setting for fellowship and out reach to one another. Each shepherd flock is lead by a shepherd leader, or co- shepherd leaders. Shepherd leaders are needed and no training is required, just a desire to show some love to your fellow church members. If you are interested in being a shepherd leader please contact Pastor Jiil, or area shepherd leader Ken Hurley.
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UPCOMING DATES TO REMEMBER |
- November 6 - Sacred Saturday
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November 6- Daylight Savings Time ENDS Sunday- set your clock back one hour on Saturday night!
- November 7 - Covenant Sunday/Quarterly Gathering -
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November 7 - Book Group at 12:30 p.m. in Founders' Room. Becoming Duchess Goldblatt. Discussion led by Carrie Schlinder
- November 9 - Stewards at 7 p.m.
- November 16 - Board at 7:00 p.m.
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December 5 - Book Group at noon. While Justice Sleeps by Stacey Abrams. Presenter: Diana Sommer
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This Week at RUCC
Calendar for November 7 to November 14, 2021
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Sunday, November 7
- 9:15 a.m. Seekers
- 9:15 a.m. Kids' Zone
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10:30 a.m. Worship Service & Sunday School
- 11:30 a.m. - Quarterly Gathering and Covenant Workshop in the Sactuary immediately following worship
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11:30 a.m. Youth Group
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NOTE TIME CHANGE: 12:30 p.m. Book Group in the Founders' Room. Becoming Duchess Goldblatt. Discussion led by Carrie Schlinder
Tuesday, November 9
Wednesday, November 10
- "The Pastor is In" Weekly zoom gathering
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Thursday, November 11
- 5:00 p.m. Staff Meeting
- 6:15 p.m. Bell Choir rehearsal
- 7:00 p.m. Covenant Choir rehearsal
Friday, November 12
- 6 to 7 p.m. Closed women's AA meeting in the Founders' Room
Sunday, November 14
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9:15 a.m. Seekers
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9:30a.m. Virtual -Sunday School
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10:30 a.m. Worship Service & Sunday School
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11:30 a.m. Youth Group
- 11:30 a.m. Fellowship hour on the Patio
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RUCC Staff
Senior Pastor: Rev. Dr. Jill Kirchner-Rose
Honorary Minister of Arts and Worship: Rev. Erin Beardemphl
Music Director: Jim Tong
Accompanist: Sophia Ohanian
Children's Education Director: Susi Jacobsen
Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministries: Vacant
Office Manager: Nancy Sheets
Child Care: Maggie Taylor
Caretaker: Vacant
Phone: (909) 793-3520
Staff and Other Emails
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