English Ministry News and Notes 10-21-12

*Great Thanks who pitched in to our World Communion Joint Worship and Luncheon!  What an amazing team we make.  Special thanks to our soup-makers, bread providers, and bridge builders.

*Stewardship Season Kicks Off Next Sunday, Oct. 28th - Beginning next Sunday, we will kick off a 4-week worship and study series. There is a daily devotional that each person is encouraged to utilize in individual devotions, as well as reflecting on and discussing in Sunday School, and together, celebrate the themes in worship. You can purchase your own copy after worship ($6.50) or subscribe to it through email ($4.00) through www.ministrymatters/dailyemails (scroll down to Extravagant Generosity.)

*Next All Church Work Day - Let’s come together to care for our beloved church buildings, Saturday, Oct. 27th from 8:30 a.m.—2:00 p.m.  You presence and any amount of time is appreciated.  Please connect with Al for more info.

*Connecting Communities: Asian American & Palestinian Stories - This community forum event will be held at Buena Vista UMC (2311 Buena Vista Ave., Alameda) next Saturday, Oct. 27th, from 1:00—5:00 p.m.  The time will include a film, talk with the film-maker, as well as two panels exploring intersections and solidarity.  This is a great “next step” to our recent Sunday School series.

*AiF Throws a Party!  Pitch in on Oct. 31st, Wednesday, at 2:00 p.m. and onwards for a time of getting to know the children of the Homework Club!

*Small Groups Gather Anew in November - Have you been missing your small group?  We will be (re)gathering the first week of November.  Please mark your calendars now and plan to be a part of this vital way we strengthen and deepen our discipleship and mutual bonds.

*Praise & Thanksgiving  - God is good...all the time!  The upcoming YCVM Benefit Dinner is sold out!  Thanks to all who purchased tickets, sponsored tables, invited friends.  We look forward to another inspiring evening, Nov. 2nd, at 6:30.