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Friends,
This past weekend was full and, as your pastor, my heart is full of joy, pride, and gratitude for the ways First Church Roseville is putting its faith into action. We had great church representation at the Community Meeting on Homelessness with so many of our friends from various service agencies and advocacy orgs like The Gathering Inn, WWJD, Placer People of Faith Together, and the Roseville Advocates for the Homeless.
I was moved by the documentary produced by our very own Kathleen and Cameron (well done, team!) and I was inspired by Placer County Supervisor Bonnie Gore who showed us the possibilities for real solutions while addressing ongoing challenges towards that progress.
It can seem overwhelming when we think of the many causes of homelessness and the political rollercoasters to get to long-term and sustainable solutions. But, I have hope when I think about the title of this meeting that includes the words "Working Together." We cannot do this alone. Together, each doing our own part and finding ways to support each other, we can bring into existence a community where there is a place for everyone.
See you soon!
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In Case You Missed It: Community Meeting on Homelessness & Blessing of the Animals | | |
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We had an amazing turn-out for Saturday's Community Meeting "Working Together to End Homelessness in Roseville" organized by the Roseville Advocates for the Homeless. Highlights included the very moving video testimonial produced by our very own Kathleen Mirtoni and Cameron Banghart and hearing from our Placer County Supervisor Bonnie Gore. The video will be uploaded online shortly.
On Sunday, worship was held in Backman Hall with all sorts of non-human creatures joining us for the Blessing of the Animals. It was great to welcome our furry and feather friends and gift them a "Certificate of Blessing" for participating in the service. Together, we collected several items of pet food to be donated towards the Pet Food Pantry at Placer SPCA, which is available to Placer Co residents in times of need.
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Children's Church launches on October 13 with Illustrated Compassion: Learning to Love Like God
On the 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month, starting on October 13, we will have Children's Church for children ages up to age 12.
With our Safe Gatherings-approved volunteers, we will be exploring the theme of Compassion through interactive stories from the New Testament. If you have any questions, please reach out to either Pastor Angel or Connie Witherow, our Children's Church coordinator.
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Update on the Restore, Reinvest, Rejoice Campaign
Friends, it was brought to our attention that the Kanable Endowment Fund is classified as irrevocable, meaning that the church can only withdraw up to 5% from it annually. Instead, the funding for these projects will now come from the T. Patterson Minney Endowment Fund that is also designated for major maintenance and will cover the necessary expenses. This means that contributions that are made to the Restore, Reinvest, and Rejoice Campaign will go to replenish the T. Patterson Minney Endowment Fund for future use. If you have questions about this change, please reach out to Dave Sechrist, Thom King, or Eleanor Kenitzer.
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Pastor's Book Club returns in October to discuss Jesus and the Disinherited by Howard Thurman
Join Pastor Angel on Tuesdays, starting October 15, at 6:00 p.m. either in Heritage Chapel or on Zoom to discuss Howard Thurman's Jesus and the Disinherited.
Famously known as the text that MLK sought inspiration from in the days leading up to the Montgomery bus boycott, Jesus and the Disinherited helped shape the Civil Rights Movement. Hatred does not empower—it decays. Only through self-love and love of one another can God's justice prevail.
You may order your copy through your favorite online book distributor or local bookstore. Just use the ISBN below to get the same copy (so we can all be on the same page, literally!).
ISBN-13: 9780807010297
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This Week @ First Church | Mon., 10/7 - Sun., 10/13 | | |
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MONDAY:
- Church Office Hours - 9:00 a.m. to Noon.
- Helping Hands Monday Meal - Noon.
- Stewardship Team Meeting - 6:30 p.m. via Zoom.
TUESDAY:
- Lay Leaders' Meeting - 11:15 a.m., Meeting Room.
- Fundraising Team Meeting - 6:30 p.m. via Zoom.
WEDNESDAY:
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Church Office Hours - 9:00 a.m. to Noon.
- United Women in Faith Meeting - Noon, Meeting Room.
- Evening Prayer Service - 6:00 p.m. via Zoom.
THURSDAY:
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Holy Grounds Lectionary Study - 8:00 a.m., Fig Tree Coffee (217 Vernon St).
SATURDAY:
- Monthly Recycle Fundraiser - 10:00-11:00 a.m., Church Parking Lot.
SUNDAY:
- Worship & Children's Church - 10:15 a.m., Backman Hall. Refreshments to follow in Backman Hall.
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October 2024 Birthdays!
10/1, Chin Wong Ripley
10/5, Kevin Romig
10/12, Cathie Wierbick
10/14, Joseph Spearsae
10/23, Dominic Iyorlu
10/27, Clayton Witherow
10/27, Patrick Loucks
10/31, Annette King
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Looking Ahead & Parish Updates | | |
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Holy Grounds Lectionary Study: Every Thursday at 8:00 a.m. at Fig Tree Coffee (217 Vernon Street). Bring your Bible and join the conversation. This week we are reviewing Mark 10:17-31.
From our United Women in Faith (UWF):
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October UWF Meeting - Wednesday, October 9 at Noon in the Meeting Room. Nancy Bray will present the Pledge to Mission Service 2025 from the Program Resource Book. All are welcome to bring a sack lunch and a friend.
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California-Nevada Conference's UWF Annual Celebration - Saturday, October 19 at Marysville First UMC. Registration deadline is October 4 and the cost is $25. Jenna McKaye, a survivor of human trafficking with an incredible story, will be the speaker. Contact Nancy William for more information and a registration form.
Help us Restore, Reinvest, Rejoice! A few weeks ago we announced our capitol campaign to make necessary restoration on our building and reinvesting funds into our endowment for future use. Together, we can rejoice in God's working through First Church. You can read the campaign letter here. If you have any questions, please contact Dave, Thom, or Eleanor. Pledge cards are available in the sanctuary. Please see the note above about the change of Endowment Fund.
Not-Quite Holiday Fair: Saturday, October 19, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Backman Hall. Handmade Crafts and Gifts! Come do your holiday shopping by supporting local crafters. For more info, see Dave or Ruth Ann.
Conference-Wide Installation Service for Bishop Sandra Olewine: Sunday, October 20, 4 p.m. at Loomis First UMC (6414 Brace Road, Loomis). Livestream to YouTube will also be available.
Join us for Trunk-or-Treat at First Church: Thursday, October 31, 4:30-7:00 p.m., Church Parking Lot. Let us provide a safe environment for our neighborhood kids to celebrate Halloween. We will decorate our trunks and fill them with candy for the trick-or-treaters. Sign up sheet is in Backman Hall or you can speak to Eleanor. If you're unable to attend, we will welcome donations of individually wrapped candy.
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From the Treasurer's Desk: September Snapshot
Pledge Income - $ 15,703.65 **
Non-Pledge Income - $ 3,105.00
Conference Salary Support - $ 1,250.00
Total Income: $20,058.65
Expenditures: $17,075.47
Net Gain: $ 2,983.18
(** Pledge income includes a one-time $7,500.00 donation! If you have an IRA, you can donate your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) to the church to benefit your tax situation.).
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Assisting Us in Worship - Sunday, Oct. 13 | | |
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Liturgist: Chris Hurley
Ushers: Jonah & Rin Berkley, Rayner Hurley
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Connect with Our Pastor: Rev. Angel Rivero
Pastor Angel is available by appointment Sunday through Thursday. You may schedule an appointment with him by email, phone, or through the Church Office. He is also in the Church Office on Mondays from 9:00 am to Noon for possible "drop-in". Please note that he is typically unavailable on Fridays and Saturdays for his personal / sabbath time (unless otherwise noted).
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