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Worship This Sunday

February 22,10:30 am

First Sunday in Lent

Genesis 2:15-17, 3:1-7, Matthew 4:1-11

Deciding

Sermon by Pastor Dave

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Choral Notes: by Cheryl Anderson

This Sunday morning in our 10:30 a.m. worship service, the Chancel Choir will sing the “Kyrie” movement from Maurice Duruflé’s beloved Requiem (A Mass for the Dead.) The choir will sing selected movements from Requiem on Sunday mornings through the season of Lent, offering the full work in a Good Friday concert at the church, April 3 at 7pm.

“Kyrie” is the second movement of this requiem mass, with three parts that follow the structure of the text: (A) Kyrie eleison-Lord have mercy; (B) Christe eleison-Christ have mercy; (C) Kyrie eleison-Lord have mercy. In part A, the organ and full choir weave a melody which then twines itself into a beautiful harmony of individual voice parts, rising and falling, growing and receding, in a complexity of musical ideas. The B section allows the soprano and alto parts to explore a new melodic idea which is more insistent and culminates in a declamatory “Kyrie!” as the tenors and basses re-enter, to usher the return of Kyrie eleison-Lord have mercy, the final C section which completes the opening idea of asking for mercy for the soul who has died.

Duruflé’s musical output was not huge. He did, however, leave an indelible mark on a new compositional style. His use of Gregorian Chant melodies and practices continue to inspire beautiful music that is being written today. He died June 16, 1986. He and his wife, a brilliant organist in her own right, lived and worked in the United States and were well-known in this country.

These times, these texts, and Duruflé’s artful composition offer us an opportunity to explore losses and hopes, sorrow and joys, and all aspects of the human condition with deeper appreciation for our capacity to love and care about others.

WEDNESDAYS IN LENT

Wednesday evenings in Lent, February 25 through March 25, we’ll gather in the sanctuary 7:00 to 7:59pm, to pray for Courage and Healing, with music, scripture, guided meditation, and a chance to share. Along with these traditional elements, our gatherings will be informed by reading from How We Learn to Be Brave, by Mariann Edgar Budde, the Episcopal Bishop of

Washington, D.C. (Avery/Penguin Random House, 2023.) Especially helpful for people of faith in these challenging times, the book is widely available in local bookstores and online, and you are encouraged to read it as a part of your Lenten spiritual journey.

This Friday February 20th! Please join the Peace United team, Peace, Love, Chili, to raise funds for the mid-county faith communities shower trailer program for unhoused neighbors. This year's chili cook off will be held at a new venue: Twin Lakes Church, so it will be a little easier to reach for people on the Westside of town.

Please join us for this fun, ecumenical event from 6-8 pm this Friday! Our team is using a delicious vegetarian recipe from Suzanne McLean.

For more information, reach out to Lisa Johnson

831-430-6511 or lisajohnsonsantacruz@gmail.com

CYF Theme: Lent

This week marks the beginning of Lent. As we enter this contemplative season, we are sharing the story of Jesus spending 40 days in the desert preparing for his ministry. During this time, we are reflecting on how to listen to God and the universe, as we remember Jesus’ retreat into the wilderness.

Our featured story this week is "Listen" by Holly M. McGhee. This beautiful book illustrates how to engage with the world around us—breathing, tasting, and listening with our hearts to the story of the universe. May this season be a time for all of us to consider how we can become better listeners and citizens of the world.

You can find this week's story here:https://youtu.be/RxIFl88XTxA

Blessings,

The CYF Team

Upcoming Dates:

February 20: Kids' Night Out (6 - 8 pm)

February 22: Family Worship/Sunday School

February 27: Family Game Night (6 - 8 pm)

March 1: Family Worship/Sunday School

Blessings,

The CYF Team

Please Register

Saturday, February 21st

How does some peace and quiet sound right now? Could you use some dedicated time to do the nurturing things you love, and feel the support of your community? Is there something you need to let go of, or something new you're contemplating?Saturday, February 21st will be a wonderful day of quiet retreat here at Peace, with the company of friends to warm your heart as you tend to the needs of your spirit.

We'll have optional times of prayer and music in the sanctuary, a morning expressive arts class for those who would like to join in, lunch and dinner to enjoy in stillness, and plenty of time and space for everyone to nurture themselves. Bring what you need for whatever your planned activities are - your pillow to nap in the lounge, your yoga mat to stretch out, those art supplies that have been collecting dust, or that book you've not found time to finish reading.

There is *no cost to participate* - your presence is your best contribution. If you'd like to attend, please contact Lanakila (lanakila@lanakilamusic.com). We're also looking for folks who would take joy in preparing simple vegetarian-friendly dishes for our communal lunch and dinner, so if the kitchen is your happy place, let Lanakila know!

Join the audio/video tech crew!

If you have ever had interest in learning how to run a sound board or stream online, now's the time! The Peace Tech Crew is recruiting new members to assist our A/V staff. We're looking for people who would learn how to set up the mics for the service and run the soundboard, or how to set up the cameras and run the streaming, or both!

Contact Cathy Sarto at catherinegracesarto@gmail.com.

The Peace Brewery group meets once a month on the last Tuesday of the month at 6PM. This month, Feb. 24, we will meet at JT Two Doors, 18 Victor Square Ext. B, Scotts Valley. There is food available and several other restaurants around. You do not have to be a beer drinker to join in the fun and conversation. Last time we were there, we discovered that gelato was available.

Contact Susie Land if you want to be added to the email list - susietrip@gmail.com.

Game Night and

Light Bites!

February 27th 6:00-8:30 PM

“What do you guys think? Shall we make it a date?” questioned Billy.

“I don’t know, B-b-billy. I thought I might stay home and chill with some honey oats” ruminated Horace.

“You gotta be ki-ki-kidding me,” retorted Billy. “I have heard that the games are fun!”

”And there’s a lot of la-la-lafter,” bleated Cabrito.

“I’m definitely going,” snorted Porkito. “I can’t pass up the delicious Light Bites!”

“Oh-oh-okay,” bah-bah-babbled Horace. “I don’t wanna be a party-pooper.”

“YAY,” the four companions chorused.

Off in the distance they heard the joyous crowing of Rooster, “There are all kinds of games to-doodle-do!”

Friday, February 27, 6:00 to 8:30pm… j-j-join us!

Holy One, keep us in the Amazing Grace that is ours through the spirit of Christ, in whose Loving Name we pray

Prayers of Healing and Faith and Continuing Prayers for our Community

For the family and friends of Raneta Pomeroy, who passed away at her home in Idaho.
For Lynn & Bill’s daughter-in-law Gina, concerned for her bereaved best friend and for her grandmother.
For Karen’s back surgery, for Matt Broadbent’s rehabilitation, for Jazzy Chavez and Rafael Padilla, and for Kathy Rohrs’s son Owen.
For Nick Piediscalzi, in hospice care, for Paula’s broken ankle, for Anne’s brother Conrad, in hospice care, for Suzanne’s friends Deb and Gordon, recovering from his stroke, for Lisa’s grandson Dustin, living with cancer, and Darrell Johnson, in a care home.
Comfort for Lynn & Bill’s family who lost son Johnnie, and for Nancy’s, Kwok’s, Aidan’s, Susie’s, Nancy’s and Ken’s families and for all of us who grieve lost family and friends.

Prayers for our Communities, Country and the World

For courage to oppose wars and leaders motivated by greed and preying on fear.
For those in mourning for loved ones lost to violence.
For water and food, healthcare and housing for all.
For immigrants and their families, everyone in custody, and those experiencing being targeted, oppressed and dealt with unjustly.
For all affected by natural disasters and human violence, terror, war and displacement, especially the children.

Prayers of Gratitude

For Suzanne’s daughter Allison and Devon’s mom Steacie, successfully completing cancer treatment.
For healing of bodies, minds and spirits.
For peaceful protestors all over the country and world.
For all volunteers giving their time and talent to our church, community, and world.
For trust in God and each other, courage when facing fear and injustice, hope in times of darkness, and for the Light of Christ in our hearts and minds.

In Jesus’ Holy Name, Amen!

You may request prayers by emailing Prayers@PeaceUnited.Org,

calling Lynn Walton (600-7343), or calling the church office (426-2010).

We Want to Hear Your Voice

We would love to have you as a liturgist (reader) in one of our Sunday morning worship services. It's a wonderful way of serving!

Sign up for a Sunday to read live and in person and we'll connect with you by e-mail on the Tuesday prior, sending all the information you'll need for getting ready.

If you'd like to give it a try, click on this link to choose a date.

Watch Out For Scammers

Peace United staff and leaders will never solicit you by e-mail or text message, asking you to purchase or send gift cards or electronic funds for any purpose. Contact the church office if you have any concerns about emails you may receive.

Office Hours!

Monday through Friday, from 9 am - 2 pm staff are in the office, attending to the business of our church: monitoring e-mail, answering telephones and/or responding to messages, working on the dozens of different projects and connections that keep our ministry moving forward.

If you plan to come into the office, please call ahead to schedule a time when we know someone will be in to assist you. You can reach us by e-mail using the list below or by phone, 831-426-2010.

Pastor, the Rev. David Pattee - pastordave@peaceunited.org
Facilities Manager, Aaron Abeyta - facilities@peaceunited.org
Office Manager, Devon Obert - office@peaceunited.org
Bookkeeper, Susan Robinson - bookkeeper@peaceunited.org

Pastor Dave works from the church office, Monday through Thursday, and most weeks will have office hours on Saturday too, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Friday is his day off. In case of emergency, the pastor is available by cell phone, 773-255-8095. If you would like to schedule a meeting or would like to "drop by", please contact us via email using this link to make an arrangement.