English Ministry News and Notes 9-2-12

*A Great Thanks to all those who pitched in for Street Fest Sunday!

*CCUMC Welcomes New Staff - Today is the 1st day of our new pastoral staff member, Ms. Meina Ko. She begins her role as Minister of Discipleship with a special emphasis on the Chinese Ministry congregation. You are encouraged to meet, greet, and introduce yourself to Ms. Ko. Please hold the church in prayer as we welcome new staff.

*Sound Board & Video Camera Training - Today, after worship, Ben will lead a training for any who are interested in operating the sound board and/or video camera during worship. All are welcome.

*LMUMC Work Day - Saturday, Sept. 8th. Have you signed up lately?

*We're Kicking Off A New Season!  Next Sunday, Sept. 9th, we will celebrate Rally Day. On this day we will begin a new Christian education season for all ages. Adults have a fantastic opportunity to learn about Palestine/Israel and the Kairos Document, a special document written by Palestinian Christians to us (Christian brothers and sisters around the world.) You are strongly encouraged to participate in this opportunity.

*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 have 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.

*Counting Down - There are just 14 more days to sign up for this year's All Church Picnic! Please do so today on the sign up boards going around and/or through Steve, Becky, or Gloria G. You are urged to invite friends and neighbors!