Beloved Friends and Families with Kids,
I am so pumped for our potluck this Sunday! Potlucks are one of my favorite ways to hang out as a church family, and it's always a joy to see people of all generations share a meal and get to know one another. I hope you and your families can stay and experience all the delicious food and wonderful people. Y'all are such a gift!
In case you missed the Friday email, Pasadena is hosting its 41st annual Black History Parade and Festival today from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. This year’s theme is “Celebrating our Excellence—The Legacy of Councilmember John J. Kennedy.” You can find out the parade route and other information—including a children's zone and live music—here.
And finally, don't forget that you can pick up your tamales on Sunday at the potluck! We'll have instructions for heating so you can enjoy them at home. Thanks for supporting our youth so generously. We are so thankful for all your orders and are looking forward to our retreat next weekend.
SUNDAY
KIDS
Our nursery room is open this Sunday for babies and toddlers four years old and under. Childcare will be open starting at 8:50 AM for those who are attending Sunday School before service.
Our kids five to ten years old will join us in the sanctuary for the start of worship and then be dismissed to head to their classrooms together. They can begin service with their families or sit with Pastor Mary and me in the front pews. If they are coming early with parents who are in a Sunday School class, they can be dropped off upstairs at 8:50 AM. This week we will spend some time spreading love to members in our community who are celebrating a joyous milestone and those who are experiencing grief and loss. We look forward to inviting our kids to use their creativity and compassion to share some blessings with others in our church family.
Discussion Questions for the Table at Home:
Think about a time when someone helped you celebrate a joyous time in your life. What was it like to have their support and celebration?
Think about a time when someone gave you encouragement and love during a difficult time. What did they do that helped you?
How can we love others in both joyful and difficult times? Do you know anyone who could use some kindness this week?
YOUTH
Our youth are invited to join us for the potluck after service this week, so we hope they will stay and hang out with their church family. Next Sunday we will be off on our retreat adventure!
Have a wonderful weekend, and thanks for being such a special community of families.
With gratitude and deep affection for you,
Pastor Lindsay