September 5, 2010 Sermon:
Biggest Loser: Hope for the Outcast
Jim Candy
Pastor, Family Life, MPPC
Day Without a Donut
Sunday, September 5
This Labor Day weekend we will be honoring our hard working Hospitality Team with a day off! For those of you who simply can't make it through the morning without your caffeine, fix please feel free to stop by your favorite coffee shop and bring your favorite caffeinated beverage to church with you. As for the donuts, just think that saving on calories in the morning offers you the perfect excuse to indulge in dessert after lunch!
Bible Study Fellowship (BSF)
Find out more on Sundays, September 5 and 12
Interested in an in-depth Bible Study as a Next Step? Bible Study Fellowship invites you to a study of the book of Isaiah starting in a class near you in September. Be inspired by a broader of understanding of God and His character. Learn the foundations of Christianity. Strengthen your faith with challenging questions for personal study; lively discussion groups for sharing insights; interesting lectures with practical applications and enriching written notes summarizing the study each week.
An introduction to the Men's BSF class will be held at the Menlo Park campus, 950 Santa Cruz Ave. on Tuesdays, September 14 and 21, starting at 6:55 p.m. Other BSF classes are also available for men, women and young adults at various locations around the Bay Area. Learn more at the BSF information table after services on Sundays, September 5 and 12 or check online to find a class near you. Contact Peter Kilner, peter.kilner@sbcglobal.net.
Men's Purity Conference
Saturday, September 11, 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Men have a God-given hunger within for a life of holy love. But how is it possible for us to love well, when the world's media and marketing departments are determined to toy with our desires? From a very young age, men are exposed to lies about love and sex. Resulting sexual addictions threaten our souls and relationships. This one-day conference is to inspire and equip men to stand and grow in the strength of Christ to overcome sexual addiction. Come and receive grace and grow in hope. Contacts: Peter Kockelman, 650.224.3886, pkockelman@summitsteelworks.com or Adam Gross, grossag@gmail.com.
"Churches on the Corner" Fall Kick-Off Picnic
Sunday, September 12, 12:00 noon
Come celebrate the beginning of a new ministry year as the churches on the corner of Miramonte and Cuesta gather for a joint picnic. Balloon artists, a jumpy castle and other fun activities will make for a festive time with fun for the whole family. Voluntary donations collected that day will help to defray the cost of food and other event expenses. Contact Judy Lovejoy, jlovejoy@mppc.org.
Fall Kick-Off Prayer Meeting
Wednesday, September 15, 7:00 p.m.
Please join us as the churches on the corner of Miramonte and Cuesta unite to kick off the new ministry year on the corner with prayer. Childcare available by prior reservation. Contact Judy Lovejoy, jlovejoy@mppc.org.
Wednesday Nights on the Corner
Wednesdays, September 22 - November 17
You are warmly invited to join us as the churches on the corner of Miramonte and Cuesta partner to offer a casual dinner at 6:15 p.m., followed at 7:00 p.m. by classes and opportunities for Small Groups to meet around tables in the Fellowship Hall. Childcare available by prior registration. Watch this space for information on classes being offered. Contact Judy Lovejoy, jlovejoy@mppc.org.
An Opportunity for Baptism
Sunday, September 12Anyone who has not been baptized is invited to receive baptism by sprinkling in one of our services on Sunday, September 12. A time of instruction with the pastor for those wishing to be baptized has been scheduled for 5:30-6:30 p.m., Tuesday, September 7, at the Open Door Church Mountain View office, 1451 Grant Rd., Suite 102, Mountain View. If you are unable to attend the instruction at this time, please let us know so we can schedule another time for you. Please register online for the baptism and the instruction class. Contact Judy Lovejoy, jlovejoy@mppc.org.
Small Groups
Sign-Up on Sundays, September 12 and 19
You don't have to live your life alone! God created us with a need to connect with others, and has provided people with whom we can share life's journey. Small groups are a safe place where you can be real, experience true caring, and develop friendships. And, in the process, become more the person God created you to be. There are dozens of small groups within our community, and more continue to form. Contact Jane Sumner 408.356.5649, JaneESumner@aol.com, for more information about Small Group openings - or to find out how you can start a new one!
Women’s Writing Haven
Kick-off in Menlo Park
Saturday, September 18, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon
Weekly Group in Mountain View
Mondays, September 20 - November 15, 1:00-3:00 p.m.
Have you ever wanted to sit down and write? No time? Don’t know how? Writer’s block? We offer you a safe, confidential place with a small group of women, writing to prompts given by the leader. Try it out at our kick-off, September 18, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon in the Cedar Conference Room on the Menlo Park campus, 950 Santa Cruz Avenue.
A local group will form and meet Mondays from 1:00-3:00 p.m. on the Open Door Church Mountain View campus, 1667 Miramonte Avenue, in the Fireside Room, starting on September 20. Contact Marcia Davis-Cannon, 650.967.8361, mdcannon2@yahoo.com.
Dinners for Eight - Hosts Needed!
Dinners for Eight are a great way to connect with others in our ODCMV congregation! Eight (or so) people gather for dinner in a home, meet in a restaurant, or they may even go out together after church for Sunday lunch. The point is, no one does all the cooking, but all get to enjoy meeting others from our church family in a relaxed environment. We'll be setting up the "dinners" for October, but are looking for hosts now. If you're interested in hosting a Lunch or Dinner for Eight, contact Jane Sumner, 408.356.5649, JaneESumner@aol.com.
Family of God Camp
September 24-26
REGISTRATION OPEN!
Don't miss Family of God Camp 2010! This special weekend retreat will take place at the Mount Hermon Conference Center in the Santa Cruz mountains. Our speaker will be former MPPC teaching pastor and current Bellevue First Presbyterian Church’s Senior Pastor Scott Dudley. A great weekend of learning and fun. Registration is now open at mppc.org. Contact Lisa Carhart, lcarhart@mppc.org
Family of God Volunteer Opportunities
September 24-26
Children's Ministries has opportunities to serve at the Family of God Camp in September. These individuals will be needed during each of the conference sessions. During meals and free time, volunteers are free to participate in any of the other activities available. Receive complimentary room and meals for the camp! If you or someone you know is interested, please contact Chris Dorst, 650.323.8647, cdorst@mppc.org.
Join the Castro Bookshelf in Every Home Project!
This October we will host the Bookshelf in Every Home project to promote reading among low-income English language learners at Castro Elementary. ODCMV members will help Castro families decorate bookshelves for new kindergartners. While students select books for their bookshelves and play games with volunteers, their parents will attend a class on helping their child learn to read. Contact Trina Weller, 650.960.8227, kweller@sbcglobal.net, to join the team to organize this project. |
