Over the years, CCUMC has participated in Asian Health Services projects, such as health kits and fundraisers. In the past, CCUMC set aside money for AHS as 
The 2010 gala benefit was conducted by David Louie of ABC7 News, and the crowd was entertained by Broadway star Jose Llana. Finally, a silent auction and raffle capped off the evening for the several hundred in attendance. CCUMC looks forward to continuing to work with AHS in the future.
It’s truly amazing what God has done through CCUMC and YCVM. Earlier this year, a video team came to the YCVM benefit dinner, and created a story for United Methodist TV. On September 16th, it made the front page of www.umc.org!
http://www.umc.org/site/apps/nlnet/content3.aspx?c=lwL4KnN1LtH&b=5259669&ct=8657793
Praise God for those on the ground in Kumi, Uganda, and Oakland, CA for responding to those in need.
Some CCUMC folks are going to attend this Angel Island event organized by the Interfaith Coalition for Immigrant Rights. Let Pastor Emily know if you would like to go.
Pilgrimage to Angel Island
From the Whispers of the Past to the Cries of Today
Saturday, September 25th, 2010
Join us on the 100th anniversary of the opening of the Angel Island Immigration Station to
remember the experience of immigrants detained on Angel Island,
honor the congregations that advocated on their behalf, and
discern faithful responses to the immigrant struggle in America today.
Program:
11 am Program & Ceremony of Remembrance at the Immigration Station
12 noon Bring your own picnic lunch and seating
1 pm History talk, guided walk of detention center and exhibits.
SPONSORS : Angel Island Immigration Station Foundation, Chinese Christian Union, Chinatown Community Development Corporation, Donaldina Cameron House, Franciscan Friars-Justice, Peace & the Integrity of Creation, Interfaith Coalition for Immigrant Rights (CLUE-CA), Presbyterian Church in Chinatown, Grace Urban Ministries, Holy Family Chinese Mission, St. Mary’s Schools and Center, Old St. Mary’s Cathedral, San Francisco Interfaith Coalition on Immigration.
An Overview of Bible and Theology for Lay People provides a place where lay people from our various churches so that they can interact, learn and encourage one another. Our focus on Bible and Theology will give us a common focus for our conversation. Ideally, we would like people to come for all three sessions; but if they can only come for one or two, that too will be good. We anticipate a rich time of fellowship, sharing, and learning.Two of CCUMC’s leaders, Derek Lang and Vince Wong, have served on the Wesley Foundation (UC Berkeley) board for several years, during which they were instrumental in realizing the Conference’s plan to establish student housing aimed at forming a spiritual community close to the campus. After countless hours of work, The Wesley House & Campus Center is open this semester!
Everyone is invited to a Grand Opening Celebration and Open House!
Sunday, September 26th, 2010
12:00 noon to 4:00 p.m.
Appetizers and beverages will be served.
Ribbon-cutting ceremony at 2:00 p.m.
2398 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, California
www.WesleyHouseBerkeley.org (510) 549-1244
Wesley’s mission is to create a spiritual community with Open Hearts, Open Minds, and Open Doors
As some of you may remember, CCUMC sponsored the education of David Ofumbi, a pastor from Uganda. David is a friend of Aeri, through the Reformed Theological Seminary in Kampala. Through CCUMC’s financial support, David earned his Master of Divinity degree at Pacific School of Religion in Berkeley. After the completion of his studies, he returned to Uganda.
Soon afterwards, David received financial support from other groups, and his family now resides in Pasadena, where David is studying towards a PhD at Fuller Theological Seminary. His wife Anne is studying towards a Masters in sociology at USC. They send their greetings to the entire CCUMC family!
Last year, the Ofumbi’s welcomed the birth of their second child, Taleesa. She is getting big already!
Their first child, Tehilah, is now playing the role of big sister. She is about to turn 3.
Back by popular demand is the 120th Anniversary t-shirt design, available in black. Men’s, women’s and children’s t-shirts in several sizes are available. See Ulander to purchase them.
Logo closeup:
Next Sunday, Sept. 12th, we will launch a new season of Sunday School for all of us - children, youth AND adults. For the children and youth, we will be experimenting with new models of learning together. This will take place upstairs in the annex beginning promptly at 9:30 a.m. For adults, there will be two distinct opportunities:
Holy Reading @ 10:00 a.m. During this 35 minute session in the upstairs
chapel, participants will be invited to “listen” to the weekly scripture utilizing a
simple rhythm of reading, listening and sharing.
What IS “The Heart of Christianity”? @ 9:30 a.m. Many of us have trouble
talking about our faith – what it is, how it works, and what it means. Sometimes,
we rely on earlier teaching that no longer resonates with us yet have no
idea what the alternatives might be. In the book, “The Heart of Christianity,”
Marcus Borg tackles “the basics” of faith in challenging and fresh ways. This
9-class series will be engage Borg’s book and be taught by Pastor Emily beginning Oct. 24th. [Between Sept. 12th and Oct. 24th, there will be a regular lectionary study for adults that will meet in the annex “blue room” beginning at 9:30 a.m.]
As we begin this new season of Sunday School, please prayerfully consider the invitation to keep learning and growing through the ministry of Sunday School.
CHURCH COMMUNITY DAY
Saturday, September 25 A's vs. Rangers @ 1:05 p.m.
Hi A's fans (or Texas Ranger fans)!
The Oakland Athletics are having a Church Community Day on September 25th. Those interested in attending the A’s game on Sept. 25th should respond to Jason Ma - jm12273@yahoo.com or (510) 821-2722.
(from http://oakland.athletics.mlb.com)
The A's Annual Church Community Day is back! Discounted group tickets are available to all congregations, families and friends. Also, following the game, fans are invited to enjoy a postgame event featuring Donnie Moore with Radical Reality and A's player testimonials.
http://oakland.athletics.mlb.com/video/play.jsp?content_id=10556895&c_id=oak
In addition, 10,000 fans in attendance will receive an Oakland A's Baseball Card Set presented by Topps.
To build strong spiritual relationships among women at CCUMC
and beyond, and be an inviting space for new friendships and connections.
To learn about, cultivate and nourish a "holy wholeness" within our
bodies, minds and spirit.
To introduce a Chinese Traditional Medicine perspective to "holy
wholeness" with special attention to food and nutrition.
Holy Wholeness:
Feeding the Body, Mind,& Spirit
CCUMC Retreat for Women
November 6, 7, 8 ~ 2010
2pm Saturday through lunch on Monday
Featuring Cynthia Eaton,
Certified Qigong Instructor
Mountain Retreat
936 Cypress Point Drive
Blue Lake Springs, Arnold, CA 95223
$75 for Sat/Sun
$90 for Sat/Sun/Mon
Includes lodging, meals, and program
Contact Leela Ma for more details.
