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Week of Dec. 4, 2011
Hello Friends,
It is hard to believe that we find ourselves in the third week of Advent. Time sure flies! As we continue in the series, "No Parking," we will study a story from the gospel of Luke, the story of Zachariah. Zachariah, the father of John the Baptist, gives us an example of what happens when we try to "stall" God's plans. I hope that you have found some quiet time this season to reflect on where God is moving you next. See you Sunday!
~ Blessings, Pastor Sarah
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 Christmas Poinsettias
Help decorate our Sanctuary for Christmas! If you would like to order a poinsettia in honor or memory of a loved one, please pick up an envelope in the Lobby. Once completed, you may place it in the offering basket or return it to the office. They may be taken home after Christmas Eve services or on Christmas Day.
Come be a part of all of our Christmas events!
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 Our Christmas "Adopt a Family" Program Sunday's the Day!
Please return all gifts, wrapped and labeled, by this Sunday, December 11th. We sponsored 7 families this Christmas with presents and much needed household items!! Questions? Please contact Michelle Buessing at michellebuessing@hotmail.com or 949-584-7027. Thank you so much for being a part of making someone's holiday full of Hope and Love!
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 Mexico Mission Trip
House Building & Children's Ministry January 12-16, 2012, Register today Join us in service to God's people in the Canyon Buena Vista area of Baja, Mexico to build two homes and provide children's ministry. Whether you enjoy swinging a hammer, hanging dry wall, telling stories, or supervising games, there is a place for you in this mission. No experience or special skills are necessary - just a willing heart to answer God's call. We need 24-28 people for the house building, plus 10-12 to work directly with the children, and 5 to prepare meals and snacks for the children. Download the registration form here. Contact Pastor Craig if you have questions. |
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Children's Ministry -
Mexico Trip Supply Drive
This January many of our members are heading to Ensenada, Mexico to build houses and conduct a Children's Program for the people in the local area. As we prepare for the Children's Program, we are in need of various supplies. Please take a look at this list of needs here. If you can donate any of the items, we would greatly appreciate it. Supplies can be placed by the bookshelves in the lobby on Sunday mornings or in the office during the week (Mon-Thurs. 9-12). We also are looking for $10 donations to give Bibles to the families in Mexico whose children participate. We are teaming up with 'One Book One Life' to get these Bibles.
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 Summer Camp Staff Needed for 2012 Do you have a passion for working with children and youth? Are you between the ages of 16 and 116? Do you enjoy the great outdoors? Are you ready to "make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world?" If you answered 'yes' to these questions, then we want you to know that Lazy W Ranch and the Camping Committee are looking for volunteer Summer Camp Counselors. Fill out an application at www.lazywranch.org/summerstaffapp. To find out what being a counselor is all about, please contact Billy Stempson at 949-728-0141 or Michele Corbett at 626-568-7333. Applications are due by 12/31/11. |
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 South County Outreach
Holiday Food Drive
Help those in need this holiday season by collecting non-perishable food for families in South Orange County. Families receive the fixings to prepare a holiday meal at home. Most needed holiday food:
Stuffing, Cranberry Sauce, Boxed Potatoes, Gravy, Green Beans,Cream of Mushroom Soup, Yams, Broth, Canned Milk, Pumpkin
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Want to Know More About the Cooperative Parish? Check Out the Newsletter!
The development of blended practices and ministry programs are a key part of the Cooperative Parish transition in anticipation of our unification as one church. The plans for each ministry area will continue to be presented to the entire congregation during the Congregational Checkpoint meetings, further scheduled for February and April. Read about this and more in our newsletter.
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Find Us
30605 Avenida de Las Flores
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
92688
949.589.1502
www.smumc.com
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