Beloved Families,
I am eager to be with you in worship tomorrow. We have a youth choir from out of state who will be with us to share some songs in worship, and then our youth will get to spend time over lunch with them after service. I know they will experience the special warmth and kindness of our congregation, and their singing will be a gift in return. Thanks for being a community who welcomes new folks so well. I have missed you and can't wait to see you Sunday morning!
UPCOMING YOUTH EVENTS
Youth Retreat | July 17-20
We are excited to spend time on retreat with the youth this coming week. You can still sign your youth up with this registration link, open to all current and rising youth. We will plan to depart from church at 2:00 PM on Thursday and return Sunday afternoon. We'll be staying in the Vista/Oceanside area. A packing list and more information will be sent to all registered youth. As always, please do not let cost be a prohibiting factor; let me know if you want to talk about scholarship options.
Friends In Deed Backpack Sorting | Saturday, July 26
Per tradition, our youth are invited to organize and pack all the donated backpack supplies at Friends In Deed. (I believe this is our fourth or fifth year participating!) We'll meet at Friends In Deed on Saturday, July 26th, from 9am-11:30am. This helps get all the supplies ready for distribution to the families served by Friends In Deed. Breakfast burritos are included (also tradition!). Please let me know if your youth can join us.
Pool Hangout | Sunday, July 27
In lieu of our regular youth gathering, that Sunday we will head over to the Powell's house after church for a fun afternoon by the pool and wrap up at 3PM. Lunch will be provided, and youth can bring their swimsuits and towels to church with them that morning. I'll send out the address to parents directly. We will have a lifeguard present to keep it safe and fun.
SUNDAY
EARLY CHILDHOOD
Our nursery room is open this Sunday for babies and toddlers four years old and under. Childcare will be open starting at 10:20 AM. This week our nursery kids will explore how God cares for our families.
ELEMENTARY
Last Sunday we hope your kids were able to engage in worship in the sanctuary with their church family. As a follow up to Pastor Riley's sermon, you might ask your kids what their gifts are and how they might use them more powerfully for good. This week the kids will explore Patience as they continue to learn about the Fruit of the Spirit.
Follow-Up Questions for the Table at Home
When has being patient paid off?
When have you needed someone to be patient with you?
YOUTH
This Sunday our youth are on for their regular gathering after worship, joined by our visiting youth choir. We'll have lunch and wrap up at 1:30 PM. It's going to be a great day of worship and fellowship with new friends!
Sending much love to all of you. We remain…
Less without you,
Pastors Lindsay and Andrew