World Communion Sunday—This special Sunday is traditionally celebrated on the first Sunday in October but can be held at any time. This Sunday celebrates our oneness in Christ with all our brothers and sisters around the world. Paul tells us that we are to “discern the body” when we partake of Holy Communion, mindful that we note our relationship to all our brothers and sisters in Christ in the celebration. One is not to go hungry while another is drunk! (I Cor. 11:21). On this Sunday, we take a special offering to equip racial- and ethnic-minority students in the United States and international students to transform the church and their communities through 2 scholarship funds and one training program. Please consider giving generously.
Small Groups "Rest" for One Week- Please note that small groups will not meet during the week of Oct. 10th. Resting one week will allow facilitators a chance to gather for prayer, planning and discernment. Gatherings will commence the week of Oct. 18th.
Adventures in Faith, Fall Edition - God gifted us with an amazing outreach ministry in the Homework Club. How will we shepherd and engage this gift? You are invited to a planning meeting this Thursday, Oct. 13th at 1:00 p.m. to learn how you might get involved.
Food Pantry Joint Orientation, Oct. 15th, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. - We'll be gathering with Lake Merritt folks this Saturday for a time of sharing, learning and collaborating. We hope that this will enable our collaboration to deepen and grow stronger. The orientation will include a potluck lunch. You are invited to bring either a salad, bread/drinks, or dessert/fruit. Please RSVP to Richard and Jane.
Treasures of the Transformed Life Congregational Study begins Sunday, Oct. 16 - We will kick off a 6-week worship and study series next Sunday. You are encouraged to use the book in your individual daily devotions, reflect on and discuss it in Sunday School, and together, celebrate the themes in worship. Please do purchase your own copy by picking up a used copy at in the social hall or through a local bookstore
Please keep Jason (Hong Jun) Weng in your prayers - Jason is currently preparing for baptism on Oct. 23rd. Additionally, he departs for Marine boot camp on Oct. 24th.