San Diego First United Methodist Church eNEWS for Wednesday, 9 July 9, 2014 "Journey to Wholeness"We are empowered by the Holy Spirit and enriched by our raditions to move boldly into a shared future where all people are invited to connect with Christ, cultivate faith together, and commit to serve as life-long followers of Jesus Christ.
Mary Allman-Boyle - 2013
Rev. Mary Allman-BoyleJourney to Wholeness
Journey to Wholeness was the title for the Cal-Pac Annual Conference this year. Throughout we were moved by stories of those among us who have been afflicted by Malaria and by the fight to end it. We were richly blessed by Bishop Thomas Bickerton, who leads this charge for the United Methodist Church.
Bishop Bickerton convinced Bill and Melinda Gates that the Methodist distribution system was beyond compare. Country after country reported their contribution to the global initiative. Several countries reported that due to economic hardships they could not give. When his turn came, as the only representative of a church, he said: "The people of the United Methodist Church pledge $29 million." All eyes were on the Bishop...
In Africa where malaria nets are being distributed, lives are being saved. Five mayors came to the Methodist Bishop there and asked for a Methodist Church in each town. Dumbfounded the Bishop asked why, who would come? They told him, "you have cared for our bodies, we now want you to care for our souls".
The Journey to wholeness has led to our Annual Conference taking up the charge to raise $3 million dollars to wipe out this preventable and treatable disease. One youth spoke of how meaningful it is to impact the world in this journey to wholeness. He was moved by the tangible results. You see the death rate has already gone from 1 child every 30 seconds to now every 60. But a child lost every minute is not acceptable. For $10 a life can be saved. The text giving opportunities at Annual Conference alone resulted in $72,000 being raised in one week.
What will be our roles in this journey to wholeness? Will we be part of a movement bigger than ourselves? Will we help eradicate this disease? Will we be transformed as we invite friends to participate in creative ways to reach this goal? Will we save a child's life and in turn be on the journey to wholeness as we live as Christ in the world?
Bishop Bickerton, challenged us to spread our wings and let God take us to heights only God can imagine. Can you Imagine No Malaria? John and I can and we hereby commit to raise $1000. Will you join us; will you join The People of the United Methodist Church and will you join the world community in eradicating this preventable disease? How you too can get involved...
Reverend Mary Allman-Boyle
WORSHIP
SUNDAY, JULY 13, 2014John 13:1-17
John 13: Washing His Disciples’ Feet
1-2 Just before the Passover Feast, Jesus knew that the time had come to leave this world to go to the Father. Having loved his dear companions, he continued to love them right to the end. It was suppertime. The Devil by now had Judas, son of Simon the Iscariot, firmly in his grip, all set for the betrayal.
3-6 Jesus knew that the Father had put him in complete charge of everything, that he came from God and was on his way back to God. So he got up from the supper table, set aside his robe, and put on an apron. Then he poured water into a basin and began to wash the feet of the disciples, drying them with his apron. When he got to Simon Peter, Peter said, “Master, you wash my feet?”
7 Jesus answered, “You don’t understand now what I’m doing, but it will be clear enough to you later.”
8 Peter persisted, “You’re not going to wash my feet—ever!”
Jesus said, “If I don’t wash you, you can’t be part of what I’m doing.”
9 “Master!” said Peter. “Not only my feet, then. Wash my hands! Wash my head!”
10-12 Jesus said, “If you’ve had a bath in the morning, you only need your feet washed now and you’re clean from head to toe. My concern, you understand, is holiness, not hygiene. So now you’re clean. But not every one of you.” (He knew who was betraying him. That’s why he said, “Not every one of you.”) After he had finished washing their feet, he took his robe, put it back on, and went back to his place at the table.
12-17 Then he said, “Do you understand what I have done to you? You address me as ‘Teacher’ and ‘Master,’ and rightly so. That is what I am. So if I, the Master and Teacher, washed your feet, you must now wash each other’s feet. I’ve laid down a pattern for you. What I’ve done, you do. I’m only pointing out the obvious. A servant is not ranked above his master; an employee doesn’t give orders to the employer. If you understand what I’m telling you, act like it—and live a blessed life.
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John Wesley’s Notes-Commentary:
John 13:1-17
Verse 2
[2] And supper being ended, the devil having now put into the heart of Judas Iscariot, Simon's son, to betray him;
Having now — Probably now first.
Verse 3
[3] Jesus knowing that the Father had given all things into his hands, and that he was come from God, and went to God;
Jesus knowing — Though conscious of his own greatness, thus humbled himself.
Verse 4
[4] He riseth from supper, and laid aside his garments; and took a towel, and girded himself.
Layeth aside his garments — That part of them which would have hindered him.
Verse 5
[5] After that he poureth water into a bason, and began to wash the disciples' feet, and to wipe them with the towel wherewith he was girded.
Into the basin — A large vessel was usually placed for this very purpose, wherever the Jews supped.
Verse 7
[7] Jesus answered and said unto him, What I do thou knowest not now; but thou shalt know hereafter.
What I do thou knowest not now; but thou shalt know hereafter — We do not now know perfectly any of his works, either of creation, providence, or grace. It is enough that we can love and obey now, and that we shall know hereafter.
Verse 8
[8] Peter saith unto him, Thou shalt never wash my feet. Jesus answered him, If I wash thee not, thou hast no part with me.
If I wash thee not — If thou dost not submit to my will, thou hast no part with me - Thou art not my disciple. In a more general sense it may mean, If I do not wash thee in my blood, and purify thee by my Spirit, thou canst have no communion with me, nor any share in the blessings of my kingdom.
Verse 9
[9] Simon Peter saith unto him, Lord, not my feet only, but also my hands and my head.
Lord, not my feet only — How fain would man be wiser than God! Yet this was well meant, though ignorant earnestness.
Verse 10
[10] Jesus saith to him, He that is washed needeth not save to wash his feet, but is clean every whit: and ye are clean, but not all.
And so ye, having been already cleansed, need only to wash your feet - That is, to walk holy and undefiled.
Verse 14
[14] If I then, your Lord and Master, have washed your feet; ye also ought to wash one another's feet.
Ye ought also to wash one another's feet — And why did they not? Why do we not read of any one apostle ever washing the feet of any other? Because they understood the Lord better. They knew he never designed that this should be literally taken. He designed to teach them the great lesson of humble love, as well as to confer inward purity upon them. And hereby he teaches us, 1. In every possible way to assist each other in attaining that purity; 2. To wash each other's feet, by performing all sorts of good offices to each other, even those of the lowest kind, when opportunity serves, and the necessity of any calls for them.
Verse 16
[16] Verily, verily, I say unto you, The servant is not greater than his lord; neither he that is sent greater than he that sent him.
The servant is not greater than his lord — Nor therefore ought to think much of either doing or suffering the same things.
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Daily Devotional
Monday, July 7, 2014Have you ever had your feet washed by someone else?
If so, how did you feel?
What went through your mind at the moment?
Tuesday, July 8, 2014
Have you ever washed the feet of someone else?
If so, why did you do it?
If not, what prevents you from doing so?
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
Why do you suppose Jesus decided to wash the feet of the disciples?
How do you understand the reaction from the disciples?
Thursday, July 10, 2014
When Peter rejects Jesus’ offer to wash his feet, Jesus responds, “Unless I wash you, you have no share of me?”
What do you suppose Jesus meant by that?
Friday, July 11, 2014
Why does Peter ask that not only his feet but his hands and head also be washed?
What is the significance of the hands and head?
How does Peter understand Jesus’ action?
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SANCTUARY WORSHIP
8 AM | 9:30 | 11 AM | Pastor Elbert KimMODERN WORSHIP
WATER'S EDGE | at The Cove, Krause United Methodist Center9:30 AM | Band | Communion | Pastor Jessica Strysko
F5 CHURCH | Linder Hall | 11 AM | BandPastor Mary Allman-Boyle | Video Sermon
CHILDREN'S SUNDAY SCHOOL | 9:30 ~ 11:30
Note! No regular Sunday School in July!
All children are invited to worship with their families in the service of their choice.
PodcastON VACATION?
Catch the sanctuary/F5 sermon via audio or video online. It posts to the website every Monday. Find it here... or subscribe through iTunes...
WEDNESDAYS
Vespers 5:15 PM - Vespers | Sanctuary | Music for meditation | Communion For the next few weeks, Vesper attendees can submit a request to sing their favorite hymn during Vespers this summer. Bob Plimpton explains here...
6 PM - Dinner ($6)| Linder Hall | RSVP to the office 619-297-4366 by Mon.
6:30 PM - Summer Sings Rehearsal | Trotter Chapel | $15 info...
7 PM - Summer Sings | Sutherland Music Center | free for audience
10:30 AM & 6:45 PM "I AM". We are studying the self-revelatory "I am" statements of Jesus in the Gospel of John. This week only, the morning class will take place in the Sutherland Music Center and the evening class in Linder 2. Co-led by Pastors Jessica Strysko, Elbert Kim and Greg LaDue.
STUDY
The "I AM" statements of Jesus in the Gospel of John
Wednesdays, through Aug.13 | 10:30 AM & 6:45 PM | (10:30) Sutherland Music Center (this week only) and (6:45) Linder 2
John records seven self-revelatory comments by Jesus. In that time and cultural context, these comments would have had a much more obvious meaning to his audience than to us. Yet, these statements still remain powerful and provocative. Pastors Jessica Strysko, Elbert Kim and Greg LaDue will examine each of these statements as to what they mean to us in understanding who Jesus was and is.
The Marriage Course returns!Sundays, July 13 - Aug. 24 |12:30 - 2 PM | Linder Hall 2 | $40/couple
A seven session course for any couple. Whether your relationship is strong or you are struggling, The Marriage Course is a great opportunity to invest in the future of your relationship. Practical talks as a couple -- no group work! The course will be taught by Dr. Elbert Kim, Rev. Greg LaDue, and Rev. Jessica Strysko on alternate Sundays. Register here ...
Experiencing Grace 1-Day WorkshopSaturday, July 19 | 9 - 11:30 AM | Linder Lounge | RSVP
Join Pastor Craig for this workshop designed to be a primer for understanding and experiencing God's grace through the tradition of Methodism's founder, John Wesley. Wesley believed it was God's grace acting in concert with human choice that could transform a person's life. As a group, we will retrace the work of grace in our own lives and consider how God's grace can fuel us into a life filled with God's presence and power. Light refreshments will be provided.
Learning to Walk in the Dark - Monday Book StudyMondays, August 4 - 25| 6 - 8:30 PM | Home of Nancy Sunday | RSVP
Barbara Brown Taylor's most recent book, Learning to Walk in the Dark, offers us a very different look at "the dark." Rather than a place of ignorance, danger, fear, and a place to be avoided; the dark is, and can be, a place of nurturance and growth. Led by Rev. Greg LaDue and Nancy Sunday. Purchase the book in the church office ($15) or through your favorite bookseller.
MUSIC
"Summer Sings" tonight, July 9summersings
The ever popular Summer Sings are being offered again this year at First Church. It is your opportunity to sing major works with four of our finest conductors in San Diego. Scores and refreshments are provided for $15 per sing or $50 for all four. It's free for students and observers. No reservations are needed. Registration begins in the Trotter Chapel narthex at 6:30 PM. Rehearsals are held in the Sutherland Family Music Center from 7-9:15 PM. See schedule here... 
Alternative Chancel Choir rehearsal is great success!During three weeks in June, the Music Ministry hosted an alternative Chancel Choir rehearsal on Sunday mornings from 8:15-9 AM, to see if it would allow those, not able to attend our rehearsals on Thursday evenings, to join. This resulted in gaining six new choir members! Three former choir members were able to return for a net gain of nine. After a debriefing with our Chancel Choir members, we have decided to make this a permanent offering beginning in September. More information about this opportunity will be announced later this summer. In the meantime, please join a Summer Choir!
SummerChoir
Join a Summer Choir We have created two short-term opportunities for the congregation and community to join our choir for four or five weeks to participate in our Summer Choirs: Soprano/Alto and Tenor/Bass.
The Tenor/Bass Choir that began last Sunday, at the 9:30 and 11 AM sanctuary services will continue on Sundays, July 13, 20, and 27. Rehearsals are on Thursdays in the Sutherland Music Center from 7-8:30 PM. Sunday morning warm-up begins at 9. Come at 8:45 a.m. for coffee, doughnuts and fellowship and sing for one or both services.
Even if you cannot attend all the weeks, you are welcome to participate -- a great way to try out the Adult Choir Ministry without making a long-term commitment. Questions? Contact our Director of Church Music, Dr. Stanley M. Wicks, 619-297-4366, ext. 135.
The Soprano/Alto Choir's first rehearsal is July 30. More details coming soon!
YOUTH & CHILDREN
Last Chance to pre-register: Wild Animals VBS!Monday-Friday, July 14 -18 | 9 AM -12 PM | Children age 4-finished 5th gr. Pre-register by 7/11 - $30/child. Register here... Same day at the door - $40. Pre/after care available - $15/day/child.
At this year's Wild Animals - Where Jesus' Love is One-of-a-Kind Vacation Bible School, kids will discover a habitat filled with incredible Bible-learning experiences through sight, sound, touch, and even taste.
DivorceCare 4 Kids seeking leadersThis fall we will offer DivorceCare 4 Kids, a course open to all children who have been or are currently experiencing divorce within their home. The class is grounded in God's great and never ending love for children and how to walk through a divorce. We are looking for two adult leaders available to teach the course with the curriculum already designed. Interested? Please contact Laura Schwarcz.
Thursday BeachThursdays, through July 24 | 9 AM - 4 PM | La Jolla Shores
Middle and high school youth can participate in District days at the beach on Thursdays during the month of July. Come to the church at 9 AM or meet us at La Jolla Shores. Bring a sack lunch or money for food, towel, and sunscreen. Questions? Contact Richard Annett, Director of Student Ministries.
SERVE
Free Neighborhood Family Meal Update!The monthly community meal at Normal Heights UMC, under the leadership of First Church, will discontinue in its current form after August 25. Both First Church and Normal Heights UMC are currently in a transition, trying to meet the needs of Normal Heights and City Heights neighborhoods. This fall, First Church will put more energy into the Cherokee Point ministry in City Heights as one of our many local mission projects. If you are interested to learn more about this opportunity, we hope you join us in the Cove next Sunday, July 13 (see below). To read more about the transition...
School's Out Party - Cherokee Point MinistryThis Sunday, July 13 | 12:15-1:15 PM | The Cove, United Methodist Center
Come and celebrate or explore the ministry that has been done this year at Cherokee Point Elementary School! Join us for food, hear and share stories, and learn how you can get involved in the Fall.
RSVP here ...
Got Milk? Donors NeededLoaves and Fishes Food Ministry needs 25 to 30 "milk donors" who can commit to bringing one half-gallon of milk to Linder Lounge each Sunday to help supplement the needs of our weekly food distribution to low income families and the elderly at Wesley UMC. If you can help, please contact Brenda Blake. If you're part of a church small group or other church group and want to sponsor a weekly case of milk please let Brenda know. Tom Large explains the situation here.
Time to register your group for the 2014 Ministry Fair! Sunday, September 7 |9 AM - 12:30 PM | Plaza |We'll kick-off the fall with some great ways to get more involved; opportunities to learn about the ministries of the church, and a time to reconnect with friends or connect for the first time. Now is the time to get your ministry/group/class organized and ready. Theme for this year: Crossroad Celebrations!
Important Dates:
If your Ministry/Group/Class need a table during this event: Register your ministry online...
before August 27. Request for printed promotional material: Submit printshop@fumcsd.org no later than August 4. For more information, contact Laura Schwarcz, Phyllis Kenney, or Pastor Jessica at 619-297-4366.
Are you a young adult interested in mission? Do you want to make a difference in the world around you, showing your love for God by serving others? The United Methodist Church has wonderful opportunities for you to be a part of Generation Transformation, with short-term, long-term, and flexible mission opportunities for young adults, ages 18-30. If you're interested, contact Pastor Jessica for more information, or check out UMC Mission.org
United Methodist Women
UMW Fashion Show and Salad Luncheon Benefit is July 19Saturday, July 19 | 12-2 PM | Linder Hall | $20
The annual United Methodist Women's Fashion Show and Salad Luncheon Benefit is delighted to have Chico's back again -- with UMW models strolling the runway, showcasing their latest fashions. A catered luncheon is included in the ticket price of $20, available now online, and at Sunday patio table sales beginning June 29, or in the church office. Proceeds will benefit the many missions of the UMW. Ticket sales close July 16.
SENIORS
Older or Elder WorkshopSaturday, August 2 | 8:30 - 11:30 AM | Linder Lounge | RSVP
We are called to become more than just older, we are called to become guides and "elders." Most of those whose lives we read about in Scripture are beyond the youthful years. We are called not just to age, but to acquire wisdom that we might become mentors to those who come after us.
Born before 1964? Claim your state at All States Picnic!Saturday, August 2 | 12:30 - 3:30 PM | Linder Hall | $6/person
Join in a fun afternoon as we gather around the states we came from and get to know each other. The cost covers a picnic meal. Stop by the patio table on Sundays to sign up, or sign up online by noon on Wednesday, July 30. Sponsored by Seniors Ministry.
NOTICES
Friday Night Singles (50+ or -) meets every Friday at 6 PM for a meal followed by activities. Email Karen Maczka or call 619-263-3743.
Active Adults meet on Wednesday, July 9, Linder Hall. Start the morning at 10 AM with a blood pressure check by Nurse Dorothy. At 10:30 - Join the study "I AM". We'll also be watching the movie: Shirley Temple Memories. Share your Shirley Temple memorabilia! Lunch will be served at noon.
McDonalds gift cards for people in need - The Heart of Christianity Class has $5 McDonalds gift cards available to distribute to people in need. Stop by the table on the patio for more information. Donations requested.
Pick up your Church Directory. If you had your photo taken for the directory last summer, you can pick up your free copy in the church office Monday-Friday, 9-5. Questions? Contact Deb Rosevear, 619-297-4366 ext.123.
Next Neighborhood Family Meal is July 28, 5:30-7 PM, at Normal Heights UMC. Help provide and serve food and enjoy fellowship with families, teens, seniors and people in need of a nutritious, hot meal. Address: 4650 Mansfield St. Volunteers prepare and bring a main dish, salad or dessert. Email Brenda Blake or call 619-297-4366, x125.
The Altar Flower Calendar has openings for Sundays in July/August 2014. Help us fill those dates. Call Eleene in the church office at 619-297-4366 to make your reservation. Each bouquet is $50.
Save the Dates
Wesley Foundation Sunday, July 27
New Beginnings, August 10/New Members received on Sunday August 24
Family Beach Day, August 16
Comfort Care as the New Medicine, July 24 - Symposium for professional caregivers
Fiesta Musica Latina with Bob Plimpton, organ and Marco Labastida, tenor, July 21 Spreckels Organ Pavilion, Balboa Park. Join this facebook event and invite your friends!
Baptism of infants and children, September 21. Contact Demmie Divine at 619-297-4366 ext. 108 or email ddivine@fumcsd.org
Sponsor a Prayer Quilt for someone in need of prayer -- whatever the reason. Submit a request or call Cheryl Johnson at 619-297-7575.
Prayers & Squares Prayer Quilt Ministry meets twice a month. For our next meeting, see our 2014 schedule.
Our "Just a Little Gift' Shop" is open Sundays, 9 AM to 12:30 PM. It's located below the sanctuary and through the sanctuary meeting room.
MISSION OUTREACH THRIFT STORE | 3186 Adams Avenue
Open Monday to Saturday 9:30 AM - 4:30 PMLarge pet travel cage on wheels $39.
Proceeds from the Thrift Store support several local missions and the United Methodist Women. Last year we raised $34,000 for local missions.
In Our Prayers
We invite you to join us as we keep these individuals and families in our prayers this week.
IN MEMORIAM
William Kneeland passed away on June 19. He was received into membership in 1974 by Rev. C.A. McClain and is survived by his wife, Marilyn. A memorial service will be held in our sanctuary on Thursday, July 31, at 11:00 a.m., Pastor Craig Brown officiating.
Prayer Quilts were presented on Sunday, June 29, for Ron Kearns and Iradj Taheri. Please keep these individuals in your prayers.
Our sympathy is with Ryan Reppe and family on the passing of his grandmother, Lorraine Butler, on June 13, in Lewiston, Montana.
Our sympathy is with Sharon and Richard Smith, Steve Glor, Jason Glor, Jennifer Edelstein and family on the death of mother and grandmother, Betty Katterheinrich, on June 10 in Osceola, Indiana.
Members of our congregation in the military who are deployed and their families:
Sam Adams
Will Brown
Jason Constantine
Jake Huntley
Chris Lemon
Doug Samples
Collin Sullivan
Matt O'Neal
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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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