Month at a Glance:
9/4 - Psalms: Beyond the Small Talk - Lament (Kevin Kim)
9/11 - Vision Weekend 1 (John Ortberg)
9/18 - Vision Weekend 2 (John Ortberg)
9/25 - No Substitutes: God Alone (John Ortberg)
Miss a sermon? Want to share a sermon or just want to hear it again? Check out our recent sermons online at mppc.org!
Stay on top of what's happening at Open Door Church Mountain View with our monthly Event Calendar! Paper copies of the calendar are available at church on Sundays. Pick one up and stick it on your fridge for easy reference. For additional convenience, you can also view a copy of this month's ODCMV Activity Calendar online!
In September:
Update Your Profile!
Help us keep your contact information updated: go to mppc.org, select "My Account", then "Update Your Profile". Afterward, select "Find-A-Group" and let us know which campus and service(s) you primarily attend. Current email addresses are especially important. Having trouble? Contact Lisa Lindquist, llindquist@mppc.org.
Small Groups Interest Sign Ups
Looking for a place to connect with others? Interested in participating in a Bible study or small group discussions about relevant topics? Look for the Small Groups information tables on Sundays, September 4 & 11, and let us know what you're looking for in a small group, or contact Lorie Reichel-Howe, lrhbooks@live.com.
Engaging with God - a study for Women
Wednesdays, September through May, 7:00-9:30 p.m.
Fireside Room
Do you long to get more out of reading the Bible, to hear from God, to develop deeper relationships? Come and partner with other women willing to invest time in learning to listen to God through inductive Bible study, scripture meditation, and prayer. Learn and practice study methods while delving into the book of Ephesians. In learning and praying together, we will journey into a deeper relationship with the Lord.
If you are ready to commit to spending time meeting together and studying God’s word, please join us to discover how rewarding “Engaging with God” can be. Contact Barb Recine, 650.224.5829, barb@inregister.us.
Men's Purity Conference
Saturday, September 10, 8:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Fellowship Hall
Join us as we draw near to God to learn not only His will for our lives as men, but His grace when we cry out for mercy. Led by Peter Kockelman, we’ll be challenged to see our sexuality according to God’s design, and learn strategies for holy living. Together we will seek to lean not upon our own efforts, but upon His power to transform us into the men He has created us to be. Cost: $30 (Register on site at the conference.) Contact Peter Kockelman, pkockelman@summitsteelworks.com.
Churches on the Corner Fall Picnic
Sunday, September 11, 12:00 noon
Church Lawn
Come celebrate the beginning of a new ministry year as the churches on the corner of Miramonte and Cuesta gather for a joint picnic on the lawn. Balloon artists, a jumpy castle and other fun activities will make for a festive time with fun for all ages. Voluntary donations collected that day will help to defray the cost of food and other event expenses. Suggested donation for lunch: $5/person or $20/family. Contact Judy Lovejoy, jlovejoy@mppc.org.
Crown Financial Bible Study
Begins, Sunday, September 11, 5:45-8:30 p.m.
At a private home in Sunnyvale
Spend a part of your fall season discovering how to manage your personal finances in a God-honoring way. The study group will meet in a Sunnyvale home on Sunday evenings, from 5:45 p.m.–8:30 p.m., for 10 weeks, starting on Sunday, September 11. Space is limited to the first 15 who commit. For details contact Bill Teter, 408.245.7447, teterfam@comcast.net.
For one-on-one free and confidential Crown budget coaching, attend the class or contact Larry Higbey, 650.799.2725, lhigbey@sbcglobal.net.
Mothers Together Kick Off
Thursday, September 15, 9:30-11:30am
Thursday, September 15, 9:30-11:30am
Fellowship Hall
Mothers Together is a community of mothers who strive to be real and honest in their relationships with each other and with Jesus Christ. Please join us for a morning of food, fellowship and teaching. Mothers of children of all ages are welcome. Childcare available from 3 months-kindergarten with no advance reservation required.
Visit us online here: Mothers Together, for more information. Contact Diantha Galli, diantha.galli@gmail.com or Rachel Palmbush, palmbushfamily@yahoo.com with any questions.
Great Dates: "Love and Respect"
Saturday, September 17, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
700-B Santa Cruz Ave., Menlo Park (behind Ace Hardware)
We believe that marriage is one of God's greatest gifts, and successful marriages require quality time together--without the kids! Each Great Date opens by introducing a specific marriage-related topic, sends you out to dialogue over dinner or a walk, and concludes with dessert and group reflection. Childcare is available at the Menlo Park campus (950 Santa Cruz Ave, Menlo Park) with online pre-registration required at least one week in advance.
We believe that marriage is one of God's greatest gifts, and successful marriages require quality time together--without the kids! Each Great Date opens by introducing a specific marriage-related topic, sends you out to dialogue over dinner or a walk, and concludes with dessert and group reflection. Childcare is available at the Menlo Park campus (950 Santa Cruz Ave, Menlo Park) with online pre-registration required at least one week in advance.
Our speakers, Chris and Lindsay Sturgeon, will share on "Love and Respect: Applying God's Truth to Our Marriages." Registration and information about future dates and topics available at mppc.org.
Walking with Christ through Change
Saturday, September 17, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
950 Santa Cruz Ave, Menlo Park(check-in at 9:00 a.m. in Garden Court)
All are invited to join us for a workshop at the Menlo Park campus, sponsored and hosted by MPPC's Stephen Ministry. This interactive workshop, with speaker, Normajean Hinders, will explore faith-based guidance and skills useful in navigating major changes in your own life as well as supporting others through changes in their lives. Registration fee: $15. Registration and more information available at mppc.org.
For those interested in learning how to become a Stephen Minister, there will be a luncheon and Q&A session in Room A-23 from 12:45 p.m - 2:15 p.m. Lunch is $5. (Info on additional information meeting times/locations available at mppc.org.)
Contact Susan Tweitmeyer, susan.twietmeyer@gmail.com.
Prayer Ministry Informational Meeting
Sunday, September 18, 12:00 noon
Fireside Room
Join us for lunch and learn how you can offer support to others through our prayer ministry! Learn more about what prayer team members do, the commitment involved in being a Prayer Team member and how you can get involved. Lunch will be provided. Voluntary donations for lunch will be gratefully accepted. Contact Dave Arnone, darnone@daylightsolutions.com.
Congregational Meeting
Sunday, September 18, 1:30 p.m.
950 Santa Cruz Ave, Menlo Park, Sanctuary
Join us for our churchwide annual congregational meeting as we share the good work God has done at MPPC this past year, elect new leaders, and take a look forward at the coming ministry year.
Family of God Camp
Friday-Sunday, September 23-25
Mount Hermon Conference CenterFriday-Sunday, September 23-25
Save the date for our MPPC family Family of God Camp at Mount Hermon in the Santa Cruz mountains! It will be a weekend of family fun, biblical teaching for all ages, worship, and community time. This year's speaker, Bill Stephens from Boulder, CO, will present a series of talks entitled "Extreme Heart Makeover: MPPC Edition." Registration at mppc.org begins in July. Contact Lisa Carhart, lcarhart@mppc.org.
Dads/Kids Campout
September 30-October 2
Memorial County Park, Pescadero
Coming Soon:
ODC 101
Sunday, October 2, 12 noon
Fireside Room
Are you new to Open Door Church Mountain View? Have you been around a while but you still have a few questions you'd like to have answered? In either case - or if you'd simply like to meet some of our staff, ministry leaders and some new people - please join us for "ODC 101"! A light lunch will be provided. RSVPs are appreciated so we can plan for lunch if you know you will attend, but please feel free to join us at the last minute even if you haven't had a chance to RSVP. Contact Judy Lovejoy, jlovejoy@mppc.org.
Open Door Church Mountain View Fan Page
Stephen MinistryAre you feeling down? If you are overwhelmed by the pain of a broken relationship, loss of a loved one, negative medical news, or any other crisis or difficult situation in your life, Stephen Ministry can help! Request a Stephen Minister today. Confidential hotline: 650.330.7516, stephenministry@mppc.org.
