English Ministry News and Notes 3-24-13

*One Last Bowl of SOUP - All are invited to our final gathering of Sundays of Uniting Prayer today following worship. We give great thanks to our wonderful crew of soup-makers: Jane & Burt, Arlene & Ed, Becky & Al, Leily & Walter, Aeri & Ben, Laura & Steve, Adrienne & Richard, Gloria, Derek, Leela & Manuel! We also share appreciation to our bread-bringer: Peggy Woon! And how could we forget our readers: Frances Fong, Ben Wong, Peggy Woon, Jacinto Obrera.

*Prayer Invitations - During this special week, Michelle Lu has committed to undergoing "Holy Week Boot Camp" in final preparation for her baptism on Sunday. Please hold her in your prayers and invite God's Spirit to work mightily!

*Calla Lilies & Daffodils - This year, we will be using calla lilies and daffodils to flower the cross. If you have any of these flowers in your yard (thin necked)or would like to purchase and donate them, please let Pastor Emily know today. Please be sure to bring them to the church by Sunday at 10:30 a.m.

*”UMC 101”, A New Adult Sunday School Series Begins Apr. 7th - Derek Lang and Burt Yin will lead an exciting, informative, enriching six-week series exploring who we are as United Methodist Christians, our history, our core beliefs, and our unique way of practicing faith in community. You are encouraged to be a part of this learning opportunity.

*Easter Children's Party, April 14th - Please mark your calendars now to pitch in for this year's Easter party for the children of our church and Homework Club community. The party will kick off at 2:00 p.m. Please RSVP your participation by signing up on the clipboard. We are seeking your presence, Easter treats (candy), as well as hard boiled eggs.