Water's Edge Congregation at FUMCSD - Friday, 21 February 2014 - Potluck in the Cove this Sunday - E-Notes from Water's Edge
The Water's Edge Congregation is a modern, inter-generational service at First United Methodist Church in Mission Valley, San Diego. We meet in the "Cove" (directions) Sundays, 9:30 AM under the leadership of Pastor Elbert Kim and the Water's Edge band, led by Chris Durrand.
"Who is my neighbor?"
On Monday of this week, the Bishop of our Annual Conference was arrested in Washington D.C. for speaking out against the immigration policies of our nation. As the number of those deported from our soil reaches two million within the next few months, Bishop Carcaño and other religious leaders went to our nation's capital and stood in front of the White House on Presidents' Day to call for a complete reform of our current immigration laws. She also challenges the church to be in ministry in welcoming strangers, aliens, and neighbors.
This Sunday, as we look at the well-known Parable of the Good Samaritan, Luke 10:25-37, we ask ourselves who are our neighbors?
A fine boundary separated the Jews from the Samaritans, even though they came from a common heritage and believed in the same God. As we read this passage, what lessons do we learn about treating others? How open and welcoming of strangers are we?
Join me this Sunday as we read this familiar parable with new eyes that calls us to be in ministry with one another.
Blessings,
Pastor Elbert
Sunday Potluck & February birthday celebrations!
You know it's going to be good...
Elbert has promised to bring the cake this month. Hope you'll join us after the service this Sunday, have a bite to eat and drink.Take a moment to meet some new friends in our Water's Edge community.
Please bring some food or drink to share but remember that even if you should forget, there will always be plenty to go around.
Anxious Sunday...
What does it mean?
Our Water's Edge band and some other musicians have recorded their first CD with original songs of worship by Chris Durrand. It has been a long time in the making, and now it's finally ready and will be released in the next few weeks. Until then, we want you to check out and LIKE their new Facebook page: anxious.sunday
Still not sure what Anxious Sunday stand for, but we'll have Chris explain that later. We are anxiously waiting.
W.E. Can
Your donations are more important than ever...
W.E. CAN
One of the goals for the Water's Edge congregation this year is to support our First Church Food Ministry: Loaves and Fishes. Besides canned food items, milk, eggs, and bread are always welcome. You may leave your donations in The Cove, or in Linder Hall.
Thanks for your help!
Last Sunday at the Water's Edge
We were honored to have the most of the Moore clan here to listen to Pastor Jessica preach. See for yourself!
By "liking" and "sharing" our fan page and pictures you help spread the word about our worship at Water's Edge! Like our Facebook fan page...
Upcoming Events and Classes
Practicum of Fasting
Wednesday, February 26 | 6:45-7:30 PM | Linder Lounge
Fasting is one of the spiritual disciplines that has been practiced and upheld by our church fathers for generations. Yet many of us today are unfamiliar with this spiritual tool and don't know where to start when it comes to fasting. This one-hour class will be a brief introduction to fasting, looking at the purpose, preparation and practice. Led by Rev. Elbert Kim.
Church Conference
Special Charge Conference
Tuesday, February 25, 5:30 PM | Cove
A brief Charge Conference will be held prior to the monthly Church Council meeting to make minor adjustments to the pastoral compensation packages. According to the Book of Discipline, only a Charge Conference can authorize such changes. At a Charge Conference all members of the church are welcome, but only voting members of Church Council may vote.
Ash Wednesday "Lift High the Cross"
Ash Wednesday Worship, Meal and Presentation | March 5
5:30 PM Sanctuary Worship
6:30 PM Meal, $10, and Presentation in Linder Hall. Lessons on the Spirituality of the Cross with guest speaker Rev. Dr. Cedrick Bridgeforth.
Meal tickets can be purchased online, at the patio table on Sundays, or in the church office Monday-Friday during business hours. Learn more...
Faith in our Families
Sundays, March 2-23 | 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM | The Cove
Do you ever wonder how to talk to your child about God? Ever wish you could pray together as a family, but not sure how to start? This is a 4-week class for parents, grandparents and caregivers who want to learn how to talk to children about God and how to nurture faith in the family. Childcare is available. This class is led by Laura Schwarcz and Pastor Jessica Strysko.
DivorceCare - New support group
Sundays, March 2 - May 25 | 12:30 PM | Sanctuary Meeting Room
A support group for those who are divorced or are going through divorce. Each meeting we'll watch a video followed by a discussion. Cost is $20 to cover a workbook that will be available at the first meeting. Scholarships are available. To see what is covered in our meetings go to DivorceCare.org.
Youth Silent Auction - Donations Needed!
One Big Fundraiser for Student Ministries
Sunday, March 23 | 7:30 AM - 12:45 PM | Lower Plaza
Student Ministries will be holding only one fundraiser a year and the Youth Silent Auction is it! We need donations and would love you all to donate items by March 9. Donation ideas: football tickets, baseball tickets, gift cards, toys for little ones, basket of chocolate, gifts bags, vacation timeshares, party boats, anything you think others would like to bid on!
Contact Richard Annett, 619-297-4366, x118.
Our service is modern and inter-generational with weekly communion, open to everyone.
The band plays both current and traditional praise music, as well as original Christian music.
www.fumcsd.org/WE
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First United Methodist Church of San Diego
2111 Camino del Rio South
San Diego, CA 92108 United States
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