English Ministry News and Notes 09-09-12

*CCUMC Welcomes New Staff...TODAY! Apologies for the misprint last Sunday. Ms. Meina Ko begins her ministry at CCUMC today. Her role as Minister of Discipleship will emphasize equipping disciples for ministry and developing outreaching ministries. You are encouraged to meet, greet, and introduce yourself to Ms. Ko today and in the weeks to come. Please hold the church in prayer as we welcome new staff.

*Rally Day - Today we begin a new season of Christian Education. The first session of Kairos Palestine was held this morning in the Annex and the children and youth met upstairs with Derek. You are urged and encouraged to grow through these opportunities - in faith, in practice, in community!

*Ministry Need: Our beloved Jane Yin will be stepping away from teaching and coordinating the children and youth Sunday School ministry this year. She has graciously agreed to do both through September. Beginning in October, the ministry has no adult leadership. Will we choose to discontinue the ministry? How is God leading us to grow and care for our children and youth? Please be in prayer and connect with Jane or Pastor Emily with any questions or to volunteer.

*All Church Picnic, Sept. 30th, 2012 - A beautiful space has been reserved, a menu planned, and the rest is coming together! Won't you sign up today? You are encouraged to reach out to friends, neighbors, and family who are seeking meaningful community to join in. All are welcome.