TIME OF PRAYER FOR UVALDE, TEXAS WEDNESDAY, 6PM
We are all saddened by the events that took the lives of children and adults at Robb Elementary in Uvalde, Texas Tuesday afternoon. It’s times like these that we need to come together and embrace the comfort of our community.
Steve Schibsted, Senior Pastor of Piedmont Community Church, will host a special gathering - a time of prayer - Wednesday evening at the church, 400 Highland Ave., from 6-6:45pm.
All are welcome to attend.
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RESTARTING IS HARD
Support the Putrenkov Family Dinner
By Scott Willis, RTF Chair
The Putrenkov's had a successful, thriving life in southern Ukraine. With the Russian invasion, they left behind their families, a home, car, most of their valuables and escaped with two suitcases.
To restart, their biggest needs are: work they can be successful at, transportation they can count on, and help getting through the asylum process to attain green cards.
Together, we can make these things possible.The Putrenkov Family Dinner will be hosted by Piedmont Community Church on June 4 at 6pm. Come share horderves and wine in the Courtyard. Dine in Guild Hall on a lovely meal served at your table. Finish with a live auction of a small number of well-curated items.
This is a fundraiser. Tickets are $150 and are available at the church after Sunday service, or online at PiedmontChurch.org/RTF. All are welcome. Hope to share dinner with you. Thank you!
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JUNE 5 IS
CHOIR SUNDAY
On Sunday, June 5, 10am, Stephen Main and the Piedmont Church Choir and string orchestra will present Triptych, by contemporary Moroccan-Irish composer Tarik O’Regan.
This remarkable work explores the themes of death, remembrance, and visionary command, using driving rhythms and contrasting moments of stillness. The string orchestra will also premiere a new piece by Stephen composed for the occasion.
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ANNUAL MEETING NOTICE
Our annual church meeting will take place Sunday, June 12 immediately following our 10am worship, or approximately 11am. The meeting will assemble in Guild Hall. Lunch will be provided.
Also, if you have questions regarding church finances, a financial review meeting open to members of the congregation will be held Sunday, June 5 at 11:30am in the Staff Workroom.
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PROPOSED BYLAWS CHANGES
By Pat Leicher, Church President
One of the things that we need to vote on at the Annual Meeting on Sunday, June 12 are proposed changes to the bylaws of the church. You can review a red-lined version by clicking on the link below. A red-lined version shows all the changes, additions and deletions.
The most significant change being proposed is allowing 12 to 16 Trustees, as opposed to the fixed historical number of 12. There are times such as the upcoming year when we need to retain the experience of current board members and to bring on some new members to insure continuity in the management of the church.
Most of the other changes are to allow email votes and zoom meetings when appropriate. Before COVID-19, this was not a consideration, but now it is important and sometimes simply convenient for participants.
Special thanks to Bill Molmen, who took the lead on this project.
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MAY 22 WORSHIP MEDIA
Steve Schibsted returns to continue his sermon series, 'Questions God Asks Us.' Our handbell choir provides two selections, Scott Kail leads our service and Steve Schibsted introduces a very special guest in a Q&A.
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COME AND SEE
Are you interested in joining Piedmont Church? Or, do you just want to learn more about who we are, what we believe and what we do? Then, you're invited to attend our next “Come and See” gathering hosted by Steve Schibsted and Don Ashburn on Sunday, June 5.
We’ll meet in Guild Parlor from 11:15am to 2pm for conversation and lunch provided by the church. We’ll share a bit about who we are and what brings us to Piedmont Church and how we can grow together in faith and service.
You can also call the church office at (510) 547-5700
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TIME TO TAKE A BREATH
Have you been holding your breath for two years? Just Breathe will start again June 7. Join Sara Hirsch and each other beginning with a small stretch then quiet meditation in the Sanctuary beginning at 5:30pm. We provide chairs, but bring your mat if you prefer or a meditation pillow.
Stephen Main, our Minister of Music, will join us from time to time with his meditations on meditation. Face coverings recommended, but not required. Ahhhhh, just breathe. Contact Sara Hirsch at [email protected]
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OAKLAND CLEANUP EVENT
Announcing our next Oakland Cleanup event sponsored by Abundant Aid. We will be working around Arrowhead Marsh near the Oakland Airport. If you have not visited this area, it will be an opportunity to clean up a part of Oakland, as well as visit a nice marsh area with lots of birds and nice views.
We will meet at the Tidewater Boating Center parking area near the Oakland Strokes dock at 9 am on Saturday, June 11. We will be done before noon, but you might want to bring lunch and enjoy the area before heading home.
Mike Bandrowski will be taking sign ups in the Courtyard on Sunday, May 29 and June 5, or contact him at [email protected]
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WEDNESDAY BIBLE STUDY
Note: There will be no Bible Study May 25.
Join Don Ashburn each Wednesday morning from 10-11am on Zoom, as we journey together through the Book of Acts.
No preparation and no previous experience studying the Bible is needed. Just join us, as we learn how the early Christians lived their faith and spread the good news in very difficult times.
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SUNDAY SCHOOL
Sunday school materials are available online for those of you who wish to worship at home.
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