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Worship This Sunday
October 18, 10:30 am
Twenty-first Sunday After Pentecost
Children's Sabbath
Genesis 1:20-25
Blessing the Animals
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For those unable to join us in person, there will be a live videocast of the worship service at 10:30 a.m. on Sundays.
Go to the church's website, or use one of the links below.
If you miss the live service, you can find it archived on YouTube.
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For those unable to join us in person, there will be a live videocast of the worship service at 10:30 a.m. on Sundays.
Go to the church's website, or use one of the links below.
If you miss the live service, you can find it archived on YouTube.
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Bless the Beasts!
Bring your furry/scaly/hairy/feathered friends with you to church on Sunday, October 18. The worship service at 10:30am will include a Blessing of the Beasts, affirming their dignity as creatures and their special place in our caring for God’s creation. All sorts are welcome, well-behaved humans too! If you want us to pray blessing upon an animal who can’t come to church with you, consider bringing a photograph or some other token of your beloved beast.
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Love Your Neighbor
For the month of October, our theme is LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR!
This week we're reading "Have You Filled a Bucket Today?" by Carol McCloud. By imagining that everyone has an invisible bucket that needs filling, the book helps illustrate the importance of loving ourselves as well as our neighbors. Having a "full bucket" helps all of us be our best selves! We can all help make sure everyone's imaginary bucket is full by doing kind things for the people in our lives.
We hope you enjoy this week's online storytelling video.
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Our next KNO is Tonight, October 16!
Kid's Night Out is the 3rd Friday of the month from 6 - 8 p.m. This month will be a bit different, since our church buildings will be full of preparations for our first annual Fall Fest!
This Friday we will start outside playing games, then head to the Upper Room, order pizza (since the kitchen and Fellowship Hall are being used for Fall Fest Prep!) and explore some new places at church! We'll also do a craft and read a story that help us think about loving our neighbors!
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Sunday, October 18
Come and learn about new research around Mary Magdalene. Melodee Kistner will share the insights into the research by Dr. Elizabeth Schrader Polzer on this much maligned and misunderstood woman of the New Testament, who could be considered the first Apostle. Grab your Ice Cream Sundae after worship and join us in the Lounge for the stimulating conversation.
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2026-27 Pledge Drive News:
We have surpassed our goal!
To celebrate our success, we will hold a “Sunday Sundae” - that is, an ice cream feast, after worship on Sunday, October 18. This is also the Sunday of Blessing of the Beasts, so we hope to see lots of families (and pets) that day.
If you have not pledged yet, it’s not too late! Or, if you donate regularly without pledging, you can turn this into a pledge by sending Devon an email at office@peaceunited.org to let her know in writing.
The stewardship committee is a vibrant group that does more than organize the annual fund drive. We honor and promote all the ways we move forward as a community. We are blessed to be able to do so much, beyond the annual fund drive. Consider joining us!
Our next meeting will be held Tuesday, October 27 at 3pm.
Contact Tony Augimeri, chair of Stewardship, via email at pastmoderator@peaceunited.org.
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A Request for Help
A member of our congregation is experiencing significant strain and has reached a point where they can no longer manage every responsibility alone. They have been encouraged by their care team to seek help from the community, a difficult step for them, but a necessary one.
Assistance with phone calls, paperwork, research, and navigating services during business hours would be especially helpful. Even an hour of time each week could make a meaningful difference.
If you have time, organizational skills, or a willingness to lend a hand, please contact the office or Pastor Dave.
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Acronym Games!
It was fun reading the anagrams submitted for Peace.
Why stop there?
This month the Stewardship Committee would like you to come up with anagrams for the word… UNITED.
Please send me your ideas for these anagrams at lisasuehoesing@Gmail.com.
I know they will be creative!
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Piano by Moonlight: Candlelit Evenings of Rest and Reverie
Solo piano music by our own Aidan Santa Cruz every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month at 7:30-9:30 at Peace United. Aidan is heart centered and plays free improvisations inspired by classical, jazz and spiritual traditions.
Come to meditate, relax and let go...on pillows, on the floor, or seated. All are welcome. Suggested Donation - $15-25
For updates and more information(like cancellations!) please check out the Facebook group linked here and/or contact Aidan directly: 831-428-2368, aidanfpsc@gmail.com
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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 Perez and Guardian family.
- Prayers for Deborah's grandson and her son's sobriety. May all struggling with addiction be able to break the cycle and know that they are loved.
- Prayers of strength and courage for R as she pursues her sobriety. May she also find support, resources, and structure for her journey.
- For those struggling with mental health issues and addiction. May resources be made available and affordable so that people can get the help they need.
- For Cathy Sarto's mother, who is 94 and was recently hospitalized.
- For D and S's families.
- For I's family, especially her son.
- For Lisa’s grandson Dustin, living with cancer, and Darrell Johnson, in a care home.
- For Joyce Cunningham, recovering from a heart attack and surgery.
- For Mary Male's son Johnathan Barclay, hospitalized with stage 4 cancer. May he be comfortable and find peace.
- For Kwok's mother-in-law living with dementia, and his sister-in-law going through cancer treatment.
- For a program placement to open up for C, so she can pursue her healing.
- Prayers for Bart Bartol, who is in the ER.
- Prayers for Jane's niece, Clara, and her adult children, Akiah and Ike, as Clara begins a challenging transition into a recovery center in Kansas City. May she adjust well and find hope in her new surroundings.
Prayers for our Communities, Country and the World
- For pregnant people struggling to find ethical care in states with severe restrictions on reproductive rights and procedures. May they be safe, healthy, and find the care that they need.
- For immigrants and their families, everyone in custody, and those experiencing being targeted, oppressed, and dealt with unjustly. May we see God's love flowing through all people and protect our communities.
- For those being persecuted in this political climate, especially those among us who are queer and/or immigrants. May hearts open to understanding, love, and compassion.
- For women and all students to be safe on college campuses and at related events. May there be an end to toxic fraternity culture that hurts everyone.
- For an end to the violent conflicts that plague our world. May leaders and peoples open their hearts to peaceful resolutions and transformative justice.
Prayers of Gratitude
- For new and old faces in our community. May we continue to walk our spiritual journeys together and support each other on our path.
- For those who give of their time and resources to this church and its many programs. We are the hands, feet, and face of God!
- For the passion and commitment of children and youth, who inspire all of us to pursue a better world and open our hearts and minds to different ways of being and pursuing reconciliation, justice, joy, and peace.
- For everyone who votes!
- For those who dare to speak truth to power and defy unjust systems. May we all find the bravery to resist injustice and amplify voices that are unheard. Gratitude for people who speak out despite risks to their livelihood and comfort.
- For those who make space for difficult conversations and disagreements in our increasingly polarized environment.
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).
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Find Friends and Activities @ Peace!
At Peace United, there are many opportunities for fellowship, spiritual growth, helping with events and socializing. To help you find a group that you might be interested in joining, our Ministries, Committees, and Groups booklet has been updated. It describes each group and lists the chairperson and their contact information and members. Everyone is welcome so come join us....
You can download our updated booklet HERE.
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We Want to Hear Your Voice
Sign Up to Be A Liturgist!
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.
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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.
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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 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.
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Small Groups and Ministries of Outreach
Use this link to find information about our various small groups and
ministries here at PUCC.
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Peace UCC Facilities Calendar
To view our availability or request space on our campus click here!
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Our conference staff and the offices have
moved to a new address. The new address is
1320 Willow Pass Rd., Suite 600, Concord, CA 94520
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