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O God of all the nations,

we gather on this day of remembrance confessing that as your children, the events of twenty three years ago have not made us much wiser or enhanced our willingness to love one another without condition. Walls still divide, fear still separates, and strangers seem stranger than ever.

Patient and loving God, look with mercy on your children gathered here today. Nudge us along the narrow way of Jesus,

that we might be healed and become healers and helpers and leaven on this good earth you have given us to steward. 

Amen.

Rev. Dr. Ronald M Patterson, Bridge Minister for Plymouth UCC in Ft. Collins CO.

No matter who you are or where you are on life's journey,

you are welcome here!

This Sunday at Shadow Rock

9:00 am

• Adult Spiritual Formation and Kindlings start in the Multipurpose Room of the Education Bldg with coffee and fellowship
• Spiritual Play is in the Lime Room
• Childcare is in the Blue Room
• Sunday School for ages 9 and up in the Green Room
• Yoga is on the North Patio.
• Hospitality Cart with coffee and cookies in the Multipurpose Room

10:15 am

• Worship in the Sanctuary (childcare is offered in the Blue Room of the Education Bldg 10 - 11:30 am)

11:15 am

• Sermon Reboot in the Family Alternative Seating Area in the narthex

SPIRITUAL PLAY IS OFF AND RUNNING!

Our work for enhancing planned giving, new rental income, and weddings is continuing. If you have questions you can contact Cindy Gattorna and/or Pastor Ken.

Our next townhall with updates about the work of our Initiative Groups is October 13th in the Multipurpose Room after our worship service.

NEW SOFFITS FOR THE SANCTUARY BUILDING! CHECK!

Thanks to a generous act of stewardship we no longer have dangly pieces of tape and sheetrock hanging from the edges of our outdoor ceiling. This project beautified our sanctuary building and brought us into compliance with insurance concerns. We thank Roy Zaborowski, the facilities team, and our donor for making this happen.

4Q41 or 4QDeuteronomyⁿ (often abbreviated 4QDeutⁿ or 4QDtⁿ), also known as the All Souls Deuteronomy, is a Hebrew Bible manuscript from the first century BC containing two passages from the Book of Deuteronomy. The manuscript was discovered in 1952 in a cave at Qumran, near the Dead Sea. The scroll preserves the oldest existing copy of the Ten Commandments. Ten Commandments. It is dated to the early Herodian period, between 30 and 1 BC. I do not think this is what Christian Nationalists intend when they want laws to ensure the 10 Commandments are posted in every classroom.

Seniors and Friends Defending Democracy Present:

Rachel Vindman

Thursday. September 19, 2024 6:30 PM

Rachel Vindman is an expert on a range of topics, including reproductive rights, state and national electoral issues, and the challenges faced by many families today.

Rachel is the co-host of The Suburban Women Problem Podcast and the wife of LTC (ret.) Alexander Vindman, who testified during the first Trump impeachment hearings. She has emerged as a significant voice advocating for democracy. Following her family’s experience in the national spotlight, Rachel has channeled her passion into advocacy, emphasizing the importance of civic engagement and democratic values. She describes herself as a “Suburban mom fighting for democracy and encouraging others to do the same.

You don’t need to have all the answers, just show up and keep moving forward.

Banned Book Bingo-Themed Author Event

Sunday, September 22, 2024 3-5 PM

Red Wine and Blue is proud to partner with Authors Against Book Bans, a group of authors standing up against extremist efforts to ban books in schools and public libraries. We will pair you with a member of AABB (an author whose work has been subject to banning) who can attend to speak to your members about the dangers posed by book bans and how you can support efforts to fight back.

These events will include our popular Banned Book Bingo game!!

Bad Faith Screening/Project 2025

Thursday, October 3, 2024 6:00 PM

Red, Wine, and Blue/TroubleNation is working with Kyle Spencer, author of Raising Them Right, the Untold Story of America's Ultraconservative Youth Movement, one of a trio of democracy authors who have received grant funding to travel around the country this summer and fall to speak with would-be voters and volunteers about the existential stakes of the election on November 5. Events include a showing of the new documentary, Bad Faith: Christian Nationalism’s Unholy War on Democracy and a discussion

of Project 2025.

All events held at :

Shadow Rock UCC Church

12861 N. 8th Ave

Phx, AZ 85029

Watch for separate newsletter coming soon for RSVP and more information.

You can direct your questions to the Shadow Rock Church office by emailing or calling.