Month at a Glance:
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!
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Immersion Baptism | REGISTERSunday, June 3 (during the morning worship service)
If you have committed your life to Jesus and have not been baptized, you are invited to participate in a special immersion service. (Sprinkling will also be available for those who prefer it.) Participants should plan to attend one of the following required instruction times: Sunday, May 20, 12:00 noon in the Fireside Room or Tuesday, May 29, 5:30 p.m. at the church office (1451 Grant Rd, Ste 102). Contact Judy Lovejoy, jlovejoy@mppc.org.
In May:
Calling all kids! Join us Monday-Friday, July 23-27, for a high flying celebration of God’s powerful love, as Open Door Church Mountain View partners with the First Presbyterian Church of Mountain View and the Korean Church of Love to present a week of fun for kids! The fun will include Bible adventures, cool crafts, wild and crazy games, live storytelling, awesome music and building relationships in small groups! More information and online registration available at odcmv.org.
Volunteer to make VBS possible! | REGISTER TO VOLUNTEER
Whether you can join us for a day, the whole week or behind the scenes in your spare time - we have a place for you! Check out our online VBS Volunteer Form for brief descriptions of several available volunteer opportunities. Questions? Please don't hesitate to contact us! We'll be happy to answer them!
Contact Jean Ann Chernikoff, jchernikoff@mppc.org.
Photo sessions: May 8-June 30
Menlo Park: 550 Glenwood Avenue
MPPC is creating a new photo directory and we want you to be part of it. Sign up now for a photo session with LifeTouch and receive a free 8x10 portrait. Visit mppc.org/directory or call 650.330.7551 on Thursdays from 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Contact Lisa Lindquist, 650.323.8677, llindquist@mppc.org.
National Day of Prayer
Thursday, May 3, 6:30 a.m., 12:00 noon and 5:30 p.m.
Menlo Park Campus: 950 Santa Cruz Ave
Join Charley Scandlyn, Rick Langeloh, Joanie Tankersley, Monte Fisher and Christians across the nation for an hour of silent and spoken prayer for ourselves, our church, our community, and our nation. As you invite your friends, you may wish to tell them they will not be expected to pray aloud unless they desire to do so. In addition to these hosted prayer times, the Sanctuary will be open throughout the morning and afternoon for you to drop in for prayer. If that is not convenient, you are encouraged to pray at home or with a friend. For more information, please contact Diane Lopez, 650.329.7421, dlopez@mppc.org.
Mothers Together Spring Fellowship | REGISTERThursday, May 10, 9:00-11:30 a.m.
Guest Speaker: Debbie Alsdorf
Worship led by Jane Liddle
Worship led by Jane Liddle
Moms
of all ages, with “kids” in all life stages, join us for brunch! God
desires for us to focus on living under His promises rather than being
tied down by the weight of daily struggles. Together, we will learn
about focusing on God’s work in us in the midst of our day to day life.
Childcare available with prior reservation. Register at odcmv.org. Contact Angelyn Knab, aknab@mppc.org.
Child Baptism/Dedication | REGISTERSunday, May 13 (Mothers’ Day)
On Mothers’ Day, there will be an opportunity to present children for baptism or dedication during our morning worship services. A brief time of required instruction with the pastor has been scheduled on Monday, May 7, 5:30 p.m. at the church office (1451 Grant Rd, Ste 102). For more information or questions about future baptism/dedication dates, contact Angelyn Knab, aknab@mppc.org.
Sunday, June 3, 12:00 noon
Join us out on the lawn as the congregations who share our campus gather together to celebrate what God is doing through our ministries here on the corner of Cuesta and Miramonte and in the community around us. Contact Judy Lovejoy, jlovejoy@mppc.org.
Membership@MPPC | REGISTER
Saturday, June 9, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Menlo Park Campus: 950 Santa Cruz Ave.
We hope you will consider making ODCMV/MPPC your church home by joining our family. Please come to the next Membership@MPPC class. Membership@MPPC provides a welcoming environment for all those interested in what it means to become a follower of Jesus Christ, as well as for those considering becoming a member of our church congregation. Register at mppc.org. Contact Diane Lopez, dlopez@mppc.org.
Middle School Pondy | REGISTERJuly 1-7
Don't miss out on the opportunity to spend a week with friends, hanging out, having fun and growing with God! Ponderosa Lodge at Mount Hermon Christian Camp and Conference Center will host this week of fun for incoming 6th through 8th graders. Contact Zack Aumiller, zaumiller@mppc.org.
High School Houseboats | WAITING LISTJuly 30-August 4
Spend a week at Lake Shasta on a houseboat with other ODCMV High School Students, and grow closer to one another while learning about God and enjoying fun activities, including tubing, wakeboarding and swimming. The first boat is now FULL, but a waiting list has been created in hopes of being able to fill a second boat. $25 saves a spot. Register for the waiting list here. Contact Zack Aumiller, zaumiller@mppc.org.
Labor Day Weekend (Mount Hermon)
Join the Palmbush family and other ODCMV folks for an extended weekend away and enjoy God's creation and one another's company at Mount Hermon! This year's featured guest speaker is Rev. Earl Palmer, former pastor of University Presbyterian in Seattle. More information and a link to registration available at mppc.org/familycamp.
Ongoing:
Small Groups
Varying times, dates and locations
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 community, and more continue to form. Contact Lorie Reichel-Howe, lorie@lrhbooks.com, for more information about Small Group openings - or to find out how you can start a new one!
Mothers Together Mountain View
Thursdays, through May, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Mountain View Campus, Fellowship Hall
We believe God has created YOU with a special purpose. Come share life and motherhood with us and “get in” on the blessings that God has for all of us through this ministry. Childcare for children 3-months through Kindergarten. See the Mothers Together section of this blog for more information and updates on topics and speakers. Contact Angelyn Knab, aknab@mppc.org.
Career Actions Ministry
Encouragement and practical resources to help you succeed in your job search. Watch the CAM section of this blog for schedule changes and updates on topics and speakers. Contact Marcia Davis-Cannon, mdcannon@gmail.com.
Men Pursuing Purity
Men Pursuing Purity is a healing ministry for single and married men who long for freedom from the darkness and shame that comes with sexual sin. Men Pursuing Purity is led by men who have experienced healing from sexual addictions, and who minister from compassion, integrity, and total dependence on God. Contact Craig Lauchner, craig_lauchner@yahoo.com.
Do you have a spare bedroom and bath you could offer for a few months to a Stanford Hospital patient and/or their family members? The Host Home program is looking for families and individuals willing to minister to those who travel from out of state by offering local housing during Stanford treatments. This is a chance to minister through practical means to families and/or individuals who are in need. Contact Sue Passailaigue, suepass@juno.com.
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Small GroupsVarying times, dates and locations
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 community, and more continue to form. Contact Lorie Reichel-Howe, lorie@lrhbooks.com, for more information about Small Group openings - or to find out how you can start a new one!
Mothers Together Mountain ViewThursdays, through May, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.
We believe God has created YOU with a special purpose. Come share life and motherhood with us and “get in” on the blessings that God has for all of us through this ministry. Childcare for children 3-months through Kindergarten. See the Mothers Together section of this blog for more information and updates on topics and speakers. Contact Angelyn Knab, aknab@mppc.org.
Career Actions Ministry
Typically meets the 1st & 3rd Saturdays each month
Mountain View Campus, Fellowship HallEncouragement and practical resources to help you succeed in your job search. Watch the CAM section of this blog for schedule changes and updates on topics and speakers. Contact Marcia Davis-Cannon, mdcannon@gmail.com.
Men Pursuing PurityMen Pursuing Purity is a healing ministry for single and married men who long for freedom from the darkness and shame that comes with sexual sin. Men Pursuing Purity is led by men who have experienced healing from sexual addictions, and who minister from compassion, integrity, and total dependence on God. Contact Craig Lauchner, craig_lauchner@yahoo.com.
Host Homes
Do you have a spare bedroom and bath you could offer for a few months to a Stanford Hospital patient and/or their family members? The Host Home program is looking for families and individuals willing to minister to those who travel from out of state by offering local housing during Stanford treatments. This is a chance to minister through practical means to families and/or individuals who are in need. Contact Sue Passailaigue, suepass@juno.com.
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