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In This Issue
August 31, 2023
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We are the Church
Anaheim Library Turned 60
This Sunday
New Worship Series: Come to the Table
Worship Information and Bulletin
Romans 12:9-21 & Matthew 16:21-28
More Than Friends
Communion Sunday
Anaheim Readers Theater Meeting
Next Week
Office Closed- Labor Day
Wednesday Bible Study- September 6
Choir Practice- August 31, 7-8:30 pm
Upcoming Events
Add Your Voice, Choir Practice Resumes August 31
Rally Day- September 10
(Choir Returns. Blessing of the Backpacks, & a Hot Dog Lunch)
Lunch Bunch- September 24
Gathering of Spirits - September 26
Flu Shot Clinic- October 8
Visio Divina Experience- October 14 from 10:30-11:30am
Presbyterian Women's Bible Study
Ministry Opportunities
Seeking Commissioners to General Assembly 2024
Gardening
Coffee Fellowship
Prayer Requests and Praise Reports
Giving
How to donate to the Church
Nursery Wish List
Maui Assistance
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Anaheim Central Library Turned 60
After our lunch outing a number of us went to the celebration. There was lots of fun (and cake!) for everyone, but it was a particularly special day for Norma Leichtweis and Tracy Ramont who had family members work at the branch over the years. One of those family members is our own Abbott Hatch. However, it was Tracy who has the longest history with the library. Her mother was hired as a reference librarian when the library was still located at the current Museo. Back in those days, the library policy refused to hire women with children. Tracy's mom was the first to break through that boundary and opened library employment up for countless others over the years.
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Worship Information and Bulletin
Pastor Kim will be preaching, Romans 12:9-21 & Matthew 16:21-28
More Than Friends
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“…when two or three of you are together because of me, you can be sure that I’ll be there.” — Matthew 18:20 (MSG)
This September we will hear the call to dine with Jesus — an invitation that means much more than a simple eating experience. It never was with Jesus. The table was the place where he fed people, and also challenged them to acts of hospitality that reflect God’s way. When we say “yes” to the place at Christ’s table, we accept a way of life that embraces God’s definition of love, peace, grace, and joy. Let us celebrate the depth of communion to which we are called.
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Under the direction of Chris Coleman, our newly formed Anaheim Readers Theater ministry will be presenting the scripture in our Come to the Table worship series for five weeks beginning September 3. Each week we will need between 3 and 8 readers. If you are interested in participating for one or more Sunday or have questions about what the readings will entail, please contact Chris at anaheimreaderstheater@gmail.com.
Those involved in this Sunday's reading, please arrive at 10:15 for a final run through. Those who would like to participate in next Sunday's reading, please meet at the front of the sanctuary immediately following worship.
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Wednesday Bible Study
Wednesday, September 6th, @ 10 am
Scripture: Romans 13:8-14 & Matthew 18:15-20
All are welcome to join us in this Zoom Discussion.
To join us on Zoom click on this link: HERE
To join us on by telephone call:
(669) 900-9128
Meeting ID: 608 966 196
Passcode: 5352176
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Choir
Choir will return to leading worship on Sunday, September 10.
Practice will begin on Thursdays from 7-8:30 pm
beginning August 31.
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The Chancel Choir Returns from Summer Break! | Students in Pre-K through Graduate School and all educators and school staff are encouraged to bring their backpack, computer bag, or other item that symbolizes their coming year and receive a blessing to be a blessing as they enter a new school year. | If you would like to help with picnic arrangements, please see Carolee Ramich | |
Sunday Lunch Bunch
Several people have expressed an interest in getting together for lunch after Sunday worship, so let's give it a try!
Our next lunch date will be on Sunday, September 24, 2023, after the church service. Restaurant to be determined.
It will be fun getting to know each other better in a social setting, rather than just saying "Hi" on Sunday morning!!
Bring a friend, spouse, or significant other( if you are lucky enough to have one)
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Gathering of Spirits is an informal time of open conversation
where human spirits can connect with one another and God’s Spirit
while sipping some spirits (or soft drinks).
Windsor Browns is a Beer, Wine, and Sandwich Pub located at the corner of Center St Promenade and Clementine.
It is an easy 1 block walk from the church.
Our next meeting will be in September 26, 2023.
Meeting time changed to 5:45pm to get Happy Hour pricing!
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Presbyterian Women Invite You to the Horizon Bible Study
Interested in being part of a women's Bible Study with women from around the Presbytery? From September through May Lights of Los Ranchos meets the third Tuesday, both from 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. Friends and relatives are welcome, too.
It was such fun getting to know our sisters in Christ from across Los Ranchos and discover that we all have so much in common. Not only do we study together, we care about, laugh, cry, share ourselves and our stories, make friends, and pray for each other. Several times during the year we find a restaurant midway and break bread together and leave with hugs.
“The Gospel According to Luke and the Book of Acts of the Apostles or Luke-Acts, ‘one story in two parts,’ demonstrate the unfolding of God’s redemptive purposes in human history and presents a distinctive perspective on the person and work of Jesus Christ. Written by Luke, a physician and traveling companion of Paul, the message to the early Christian community (and to us) is radical, inclusive and hope-filled.” As we join together, we can discuss ways we can apply what we learn in our own lives.
If you would like to join, please contact , Anne Sivley, Facilitator at annesivley@aol.com or (714)501-4399. Provide your name, church, phone number, and email address. Then order the study book, Sacred Encounters: The Power and Presence of Jesus Christ in Luke-Acts; expect delivery in a week to ten days.
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If you are interested in more information, speak with Pastor Kim. | |
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Fellowship and Goodies?
It's so good to see more people staying after church for the coffee,
goodies and fellowship!
One small problem! To keep the goodies coming, we are going to need
some more volunteers to bring them.
Right now, one person is doing most of it, so be a good sport and bring
some goodies, so we can continue this time of fellowship!
We can always freeze some, if we should happen to get an overabundance,
which I am hoping for!!!!!!
We can't say thank-you enough to Dale and his coffee cart, and Tracy,
who is his right hand gal. Without them, there would be no fellowship!!!
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Prayer Requests and Praise Reports | |
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Please pray for John Harb (Kendall's father) who is receiving treatment for tongue cancer.
Please pray for Dave Lopez (Alan's brother). At the time of this newsletter publication he is in surgery receiving a heart transplant. Please pray for the successful completion of his surgery and a recovery that is without complication.
Please continue to pray for Karen and Victor Lavarreda following the fire that destroyed Victor's work garage.
Here is the address of Karen and Victor Lavarreda in case you would like to send a card. 5404 Fox Run Drive, Watauga TX 76137
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Please pray for those in treatment for cancer: Matthew Williams (Jack and Geri Baird's grandson), Catherine Morris, Bill Anderson (Bruce Anderson's Brother)
Please pray for those on hospice: Patricia Carl
Please continue to pray for the health of: Harvey Taylor, Dave Lopez, Pat Chambers, Mellody Anderson, Norma Leichtweis, Daline Goode & Family (Mellody Anderson's cousin), Esther Fieldhouse, Luca ( son of Christina Cuddy's friend), Clif Buchanan, Carol Talbot, Wanda Reynolds.
If you have a prayer request that you would like to add to our prayer list,
please contact the church office: offices@anaheimfirstpres.org or 714.535.2176.
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We are greatly deeply grateful for the financial support of the congregation.
We are in the midst of a challenging year with no school leasing the Calvin Building and following two years of disrupted giving patterns due to Covid.
For those who worship with us in person,
Offering Plates will be available at the back of the Sanctuary on Sundays
Donations may also be mailed to the church office:
Anaheim First Presbyterian Church
310 W Broadway
Anaheim, CA 92805
Or Give Online:
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Amazon has decided to discontinue the Smile program. We thank all who supported us through their purchases over the years. | |
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Maui Wildfires
Romans 12:15 urges the church to "Rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep." As we weep over loss of life, homes, and business to wildfire in Maui, some may also want to offer a tangible sign of their compassion and prayers. We offer you the following suggestions.
Presbyterian Disaster Assistance has already been invited to provide spiritual support personnel. As time goes on, they will work with local partners to make sure that funds get to the organizations where they will be most effective. Because the administration of the office is covered by the One Great Hour of Sharing offering, every dollar donated will go to direct support of those impacted by the fires. To donate to PDA for wildfire relief click here (bit.ly/DR000165)
Also, Lahaina is Emily Fuentes' hometown. She still has many friends living there. Thankfully, all seem to have survived the fires, but many have lost everything. If you want to offer assistance in a more personal and targeted way, Emily can assure you that these Go Fund Me appeals represent families who are in legitimate need of help to rebuild their lives. If you have questions about their situations, you may contact Emily at Emilyadafuentes@gmail.com.
https://gofund.me/12be8155
https://gofund.me/8f9759c0
https://gofund.me/4a44d42d
https://gofund.me/d550c007
https://gofund.me/ebc2ee77
https://gofund.me/3ec5690b
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