English Ministry News and Notes 2015-9-13
- And We're Off! Today kicks off a new Sunday School season for the whole church. From now through the end of November, youth and adults will be exploring the New Testament together using "The Bible from Scratch: New Testament for Beginners." Find a copy online or through the class. You are urged to be a part of the learning and growing each week at 9:30 a.m.
- Small Group Ministries (SGM) Will Begin Anew - SGM begins again the week of Sept. 20th. Besides the Castro Valley and Union City Groups, we will be starting up 2 other groups: a women's and a men's small group. These will be lead by Pastor Emily and Pastor Moon respectively and meet monthly. Connect with any of our SG leaders: Burt, Jane, and Brenda (CV), Becky (UC), or Pastor Emily and Pastor Moon to learn more.
- World Communion Picnic Sunday, Oct. 4th - We're taking advantage of the wonderfully warm weather to head outdoors for World Communion Sunday. In addition to joint worship, we'll celebrate with a picnic lunch and fellowship activities. You're invited to sign up today! $10 covers bento lunch. All are welcome and no one will be turned away for lack of funds. More info to come!
- Please Note: Pastor Emily is participating in a baptism today at Wesley UMC in San Jose.
- 6th Annual Kumi Benefit Dinner is on Friday, October 16th at Peony Restaurant! Reserve your ticket now!