For those unable to join us in person, there will be a live videocast 

of the worship service at 10:30 a.m. on Sundays.

Go to the church's website, or use one of the links below.

If you miss the live service, you can find it archived on YouTube.

No More Juniper!

Many thanks to those who have donated time and dollars towards this huge project. With the added help of Reynaldo our day worker, we eliminated a large area of dying juniper.

Our hard workers include:

Roger Bowers (with trailer), Bill Walton, Larry Kistner, Jan Graff (donuts) Jayne Heyse, George Sanderson , Eli Gilbert, Karen Cozza, Roger Erickson, Pat Lindstrom, and anyone else who can join us Friday morning at 9:00. 

Karen Cozza

Featured Ministry for July: Senior Perennials

Senior Perennials is our over-55 group that meets on the third Sunday of the month, except for July and August. We meet after church in the lounge from 11:45 to 1 p.m.

The size of the group varies but is usually between ten and twenty.

Programs vary from discussion, to speakers, to hands-on activities. For example, in the past year some of the programs were:

• The Chautauqua Institute in New York, presented by Jim Howley and Tony Augimeri
• Susan Thistlethwaite discussed her process and the background on the mysteries she has written
• Lisa Hoesing led the group in making Monarch Butterfly Zentangles
• At Christmas, Matt Broadbent was joined by Luke Shepherd, in presenting his annual carol history and carol sing
• Susie Land gave a talk about her son-in-law’s best selling novel, Leave The World Behind, and what it was like to attend the red carpet premiere for the movie
• Pegatha Hughes gave a talk with some activities, on how to write a memoir
• Valerie Arno from the Bill Wilson Center gave us a presentation on host homes and how to volunteer to be a host

Senior Perennials meets a need for the largest demographic in our congregation. Holding the meeting right after church has been popular because it does not require another outing. We hope that in the coming year, this group will receive more support and increased participation.

Please join us in September and contact Lynn with any questions.

Co-Leaders: Lote Sanderson and Lynn Walton (lwalton@rawbits.com)

CANCELLED

Book Discussion Group

Feeling discouraged by the worsening climate and the upcoming fire season? Turns out, hopelessness is based on misunderstanding!

Please join us for an in-person discussion of the eye-opening new book:

"Not the End of the World: How We Can Be the First Generation to Build a Sustainable Planet" by Dr. Hannah Ritchie.

The discussions will take place on four Wednesdays in July. 

DATES: Wednesday July 10th, 17th, 24th, and 31st

TIME: 7 pm to 8:30 pm

WHERE: The Lounge at Peace

Registration not required; save the dates!

For more info: chris@wellens.com

SAVE THE DATE

August 25, 2024 …and spread the word!

Families, church leaders, and volunteers will gather to discuss how to grow our CYF (Children, Youth, and Family) program for this next year. We will meet in the Fellowship Hall following the worship service. Congregational Support is hosting a potluck that Sunday so there’ll be food. Please bring something tasty to share, though it is not mandatory. Games will be out for children to play with independently. More details to follow.

Faithfully yours,

Maryse Postlewaite

Stewardship Status Report

We have experienced the generosity of our friends and members here at Peace United Church of Christ. Thank you.

At our annual congregational meeting, ten church members added another $25,000+ towards this year’s pledge amount, bringing our total so much closer to being able to close the gap. Since then, we graciously have received more pledges, bringing our current total to $245,395 from 81 households. We could reach $260,000 which would allow us to continue to offer many of our rich programs we have in place and balance our budget. 

If you have not yet submitted your pledge, please do so. Help us to reach our goal of 100 household pledges. We value all pledges, no matter the amount. Your pledge is not only a financial one, it is also another way that you covenant with us. 

Whether your pledge is the same or changing, please submit a new pledge form, if you have not already done so. You can use THIS LINK.

Faithfully yours,

Lisa Hoesing, Lisa Johnson, Pastor Dave Pattee, Maryse Postlewaite, Bill Walton, Bob Lange.

Let's Explore Joy, Creativity, and Service Together!



There have already been inquiries about when Lanakila Iesū will be offering another section of her expressive arts workshop series, Authentic Living, Loving Service, here at Peace. In great part, when that will happen again is up to you!

Lanakila has asked that those interested in attending but unable to participate in the spring or summer series please give her some input. She'd like to hear about days and times in a typical week that would work well for you, especially around October to November this year. If an online series or one-on-one work would be more accessible for you, those are also possibilities!

Please contact Lanakila@lanakilamusic.com to make your interest and scheduling needs known.

Interfaith Dayenu Circle

Environmental Stewardship

Each month, our Interfaith Dayenu Circle will be encouraging you to take a few quick actions that will benefit our planet and future generations. Please note that these actions are being done across many faith organizations in Santa Cruz County, and you are part of a large interfaith effort! 

Save the Date

Climate-Fest: You Can Make A Difference!

September 22, 2024.

We’re planning a fun day of interactive experiences and food to engage our congregations in climate action. Please consider taking a small volunteer role to support this fantastic interfaith event at Resurrection Church. Reach out to Cindy Rubin at cindy_rubin@comcast.net or Michele Kibrick at mkibrick42@gmail.com to learn more. 

Tell the Export-Import Bank: No Fossil Fuel Projects! It's time to phase out the fossil fuels driving the climate crisis, which means ending all funding for coal, oil, and gas worldwide. SIGN HERE.

Read:  Walking the Ridge Line Between Form and Formless: On Spirituality and Activism by local activist and spiritual teacher Ami Chen Mills, who explores the complex issue of expressing our faith values by working for social and environmental justice. 

Enjoy: Interfaith Service on Queer Ecology. Learn about how Nature Loves Diversity!

Loving God, keep us in the Amazing Grace that is ours through Jesus Christ, in whose Holy Name we pray

• Prayers of condolence for Pastor Dave Pattee, his sister and their family.
• Continuing prayers for Joe Urban’s wife Virginia, for Nick Piediscalzi, for Bill and Lynn Walton’s son Johnnie.
• Continuing prayers for the people of Gaza, Sudan, and Ukraine, for those experiencing life threatening heat and natural disasters, and for Mother Earth.
• Mercy and solace for all victims of violence and for their families.
• Hope and wisdom for the leaders and voters of our country.

With gratitude

• For the fact that Love is stronger than hate.
• For President Biden’s wisdom, humility, and decades of public service.

Thank You, in Jesus’ Holy Healing Name, Amen!  

You may request prayers by emailing Prayers@PeaceUnited.Org,

calling Lynn Walton (600-7343), or calling the church office (426-2010).

We Want to Hear Your Voice

Sign Up to Be A Liturgist!

We would love to have you as a liturgist (reader) in one of our Sunday morning worship services. It's a wonderful way of serving!

Sign up for a Sunday to read live and in person and we'll connect with you by e-mail on the Tuesday prior, sending all the information you'll need for getting ready.

If you'd like to give it a try, click on this link to choose a date.

Watch Out For Scammers

Peace United staff and leaders will never solicit you by e-mail, asking you to purchase or send gift cards or electronic funds for any purpose. Contact the church office if you have any concerns about emails you may receive.

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Office Hours!

Monday through Friday, from 9 am - 2 pm staff are in the office, attending to the business of our church: monitoring e-mail, answering telephones and/or responding to messages, working on the dozens of different projects and connections that keep our ministry moving forward.

If you plan to come into the office, please call ahead to schedule a time when we know someone will be in to assist you. You can reach us by e-mail using the list below or by phone, 831-426-2010.

• Pastor, the Rev. David Pattee - pastordave@peaceunited.org
• Facilities Manager, Aaron Abeyta - facilities@peaceunited.org
• Office Manager, Devon Obert - office@peaceunited.org
• Bookkeeper, Susan Robinson - bookkeeper@peaceunited.org

Pastor Dave works from the church office, Monday through Thursday, and most weeks will have office hours on Saturday too, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Friday is his day off. In case of emergency, the pastor is available by cell phone, 773-255-8095. If you would like to schedule a meeting or would like to "drop by", please contact us via email using this link to make an arrangement.

Small Groups and Ministries of Outreach

Use this link to find information about our various small groups and

ministries here at PUCC.