Please join us at 9:30AM for a 5 week session on a discussion about: "Poverty". We will discuss the meaning and definition of poverty. We will look at what the Bible, the Pope, the Methodist Church and other leaders say about poverty. Most importantly we will look at: What does God expect of us. Our study will consist of looking at various articles and slides on the subject. As a guide we will be using a book called: The Girl Under the Bridge. It contains various stories about poverty and hope for children. Is what God expects of us so simple; to feed and clothe the hungry and naked; then why is there still poverty around? We look forward to the sharing and learning from each other on this very important topic.
All Hands on Deck! The Gala Annual YCVM Benefit Dinner is just around the corner, and your help is needed to make it a success. The first planning meeting is this Sunday, July 27th, 12:30 in the annex. Come share ideas, contribute suggestions, and let the Holy Spirit guide us all into a fruitful fundraiser. Our goal is to sustain the running of the new school in Uganda, and to start fundraising for student dormitories. Hope to see you there!
Pastor Brenda Walker’s Schedule:
M/Tu/W - 9:30am-4:30pm
Th/Sa - by appointment
F - Sabbath
One Day Spiritual Retreat: Deepening Prayer Life ~ Led by Pui Fong Wong. Cost is $5 for CCUMC members and includes lunch. It will be held at the Church Divinity School of the Pacific, Berkeley on Saturday, August 2nd from 10am to 4pm. Please sign up with Pui Fong or Becky to reserve a space.
Chinatown Streetfest: August 23-24 ~ Every year CCUMC opens its doors to welcome visitors during the Oakland Chinatown Streetfest. This year we will again offer games and crafts for children and hot dogs, drinks, and desserts. Our open house will be on Sunday, August 24th from 11-2. We will be preparing for the open house on Saturday the 23rd. Please consider donating items or volunteering your time to help with games and crafts or to be a greeter. Sign-up sheets are in the fellowship hall or contact Michelle Lu.
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Parallel Worship
August 24th at 9:30am