Month at a Glance:
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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!
Did You Know?
Technology and Shepherd's Village
Do you love technology? Do you love to help people? Would you welcome an opportunity to use your technology and people helping skills to enable ministry? As many of you have likely noticed, Shepherd's Village has gone high-tech with child check-in procedures. Just a few of the benefits this change enables are:
- Timely and direct contact information updates to the FellowshipOne database, improving efficiency and effectiveness of communication
- Instant access to attendance for each classroom, so we can be assured of accounting for everyone in the case of an emergency evacuation
For more information about the what, why and how of our new check-in stations, look for the Shepherd’s Village newsletter at church on Sunday.
In October:
various dates, times and locations
Looking for an opportunity to connect with people? Dinners for Eight is a great place to start! Eight (or so) people gather for a "pot luck" style 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 community in a relaxed environment. Contact Jane Sumner, 408.356.5649, JaneESumner@aol.com, to participate in a dinner near you!
Saturday, October 6, 4:15-9:00 p.m.
(training for new volunteers at 3:30 p.m.)
Caring for the Caregivers
Join us as Open Door Church Mountain View partners with Help One Child, a local ministry to foster and foster-adopt families, to provide a fun evening for foster children so their parents can have a night of respite. This is wonderful way to make a difference for families who are dedicated to serving foster children. More information about specific volunteer opportunities is available on the Parents' Night Out event flyer. Contact Ruth Dhanaraj, ruthdhan@gmail.com.
Stephen Ministry Info Meeting
Sunday, October 7, 12:00 noonFireside Room
Stephen Ministers provide emotional and spiritual support and care to people who are going through a difficult time, such as divorce, grief, hospitalization, unemployment, terminal illness, relocation, chronic illness, or loneliness. If you have gifts for caring, encouragement, and listening, and would be interested in the opportunity to employ these gifts as a Stephen Minister, please join us in the Fireside Room on Sunday, October 7 at 12:00 noon to learn more. MPPC will be training another class of Stephen Ministers starting in January. More information available at mppc.org or contact us at 650.330.7516, StephenMinistry@mppc.org.
Sunday, October 14, after both services
Join us after church at a local restaurant to connect with others over a meal - no need to RSVP!
Open Table brunches will take place after the 9:00 a.m. service at Brian's Restaurant, on Fremont Ave., in Los Altos, and Open Table lunches will take place after the 10:30 a.m. service at Tied House, on Villa St., in downtown Mountain View. Pick up an Open Table information card at the Connection Center for more details.
Additional Open Table brunches/lunches will occur on the 2nd Sundays of November & December. Want to serve as a “host” for an Open Table meal? Contact Jane Sumner, JaneESumner@aol.com.
Bookshelf in Every Home Literacy ProjectSunday, October 14, 1:30-4:30 p.m.
Castro Elementary School: 505 Escuela Ave., Mountain View
Participate in the Bookshelf in Every Home project to promote reading among low-income English language learners at Castro elementary. Open Door Church Mountain View community members will help Castro families decorate bookshelves and select from an array of free, age appropriate books for their new kindergartners. Contact Trina Weller, 650.960.8227, kweller@sbcglobal.net.
Launch | RSVP
Sundays, September 16-October 14, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Fellowship Hall
Join us for dinner and small group discussion, as we look at ways to grow in faith and community.
Please RSVP so we can plan for food. Childcare available with prior arrangement. Donations will be gratefully accepted for dinner and for childcare. Contact Judy Lovejoy, jlovejoy@mppc.org.
Begins Sunday, October 14, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Fellowship Hall
"Dojo" is a Japanese word meaning "a place where you learn the way" - referring to a space set aside for training in some kind of discipline, under the instruction of a master teacher. In the Jesus Dojo, Jesus is our Master teacher, and together we will seek to learn from Him how to live in His way.
Using the Lord's Prayer as our guide, we will gather on the 2nd Sunday of each month, October-April, for dinner and to learn from our Master teacher how to surrender our whole selves to the purpose for which we were created - to live each moment WITH the God who created us, and to walk in His way. Won't you join us?
REGISTRATION: $35/person covers dinner and materials for all 7 sessions. Childcare available: $35/child covers childcare for all 7 sessions. Contact Judy Lovejoy, jlovejoy@mppc.org.
Begins Tuesday morning, October 16, 9:00-11:00 a.m.
Fireside Room
Learn how to study inductively as we study the book of Romans together as well as practicing other ways of connecting with God. This study, which will run through the end of May 2013, is open to all women who want to grow deeper in their relationship with God and who are willing to make a commitment to come regularly and do the homework. Contact Barb Recine, 650.224.5829, barb@inregister.us.
Sunday, October 21, 3:30-6:00 p.m.
Fellowship Hall
Slavery? Here? Now? Now that I know, what can I do? Join us in watching "Not My Life," a film about slavery in our time. "Not My Life" depicts the horrifying and dangerous practices of human trafficking and modern day slavery on a local and global scale. Come at 3:30 p.m. for snacks and to browse information tables. The movie will be shown at 4:00 p.m., followed by discussion. Due to the subject matter of this film, it is recommended for adults 18 years and over. Childcare available by RSVP. Contact Barb Recine, 650.224.5829, barb@inregister.us.
October 27, 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Menlo Park: 950 Santa Cruz Ave.Consider joining our church family! 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 membership in our church congregation. Contact Diane Lopez, 650.329-7421, dlopez@mppc.org.
Believer's Baptism Instruction Class | REGISTER
Sunday, October 28, 12:00 noon
Fireside Room
If you have committed your life to Jesus and have not been baptized, please consider allowing us to share in the joy of your baptism in one of our services on Sunday, November 4. A church required time of instruction for all who desire to participate, has been scheduled with Pastor Scott Palmbush in the Fireside Room on Sunday, October 28 at 12:00 noon. Please register. Contact Judy Lovejoy, jlovejoy@mppc.org.
Fireside Room
If you have committed your life to Jesus and have not been baptized, please consider allowing us to share in the joy of your baptism in one of our services on Sunday, November 4. A church required time of instruction for all who desire to participate, has been scheduled with Pastor Scott Palmbush in the Fireside Room on Sunday, October 28 at 12:00 noon. Please register. Contact Judy Lovejoy, jlovejoy@mppc.org.
Sunday, October 28, 4:00-6:00 p.m.
Church Parking Lot
The "Churches on the Corner" are partnering together again this year on a Halloween themed outreach event for our community! We had a LOT of fun last year, so we can say with confidence, this is something you will not want to miss!
The plan is this: families from each church on our campus will park and decorate their cars in the church parking lot, creating a fun environment for kids who are invited from our community to come and "trick-or-treat" from trunk to trunk. (Click here to check out some fun decorating ideas!) At this fun event, we will also provide opportunities for kids and their families to enjoy food, activities, and games on the lawn.
The vision behind this event is to build a sense of community and create an opportunity for our neighbors to check out our churches in a low key, fun environment. Here are a few ways you can participate in bringing this vision into reality:
- Come to enjoy the festivities and to offer a warm welcome to our visitors!
- Invite your friends and neighbors!!! (Invitation cards available at church.)
- Sign up to decorate your car and pass out treats.
- Help with food, games or an activity for the evening.
Sign up to decorate a car or to help with activities at church on Sunday or by filling out our very simple online form. To learn about other ways you can participate in this joint outreach opportunity, please contact Zack Aumiller, zaumiller@mppc.org.
Sunday, October 28, after Trunk-Or-Treat
Room 102
Open Door Church Mountain View Middle School kids are invited to volunteer their time in helping to put on the Trunk-or-Treat event described above and then stay afterward to celebrate their efforts over dinner and pumpkin carving. Costumes encouraged. Contact Jessica Havens, jhavens@mppc.org, or Zack Aumiller, zaumiller@mppc.org.
Wednesday, October 31
Fellowship Hall
Take a break from you homework to come play games and hang out with us at the Halloween Mix! This is great time to bring your friends! Be sure to come in costume, so you can participate in the costume contest. And bring your creativity for the pumpkin carving contest! Contact Jessica Havens, jhavens@mppc.org, or Zack Aumiller, zaumiller@mppc.org.
Coming Soon:
Sunday, November 4, 3:30-6:00 p.m.
Fellowship Hall
In this film, a team of journalists investigate how human trafficking and child labor in the Ivory Coast fuels the worldwide chocolate industry. Join us for a screening of the film and continued discussion on the problem of modern day slavery and what you can do about it. More details to follow as the event draws closer. Contact Barb Recine, 650.224.5829, barb@inregister.us.
Christmas with a Mission Gift Fair
Saturday, November 10, 9:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.
Sunday, November 11, 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Sunday, November 11, 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Come shop the world right here in Menlo Park. Unique handcrafted textiles, ceramics, jewelry, home and fashion products from developing countries will be on sale just in time for Christmas. All proceeds are re-invested with the artisans.
Change lives by supporting men and women across the world who create these products in order to survive, as well as to meet basic health care, housing, and educational needs for their families. The gift fair is a partnership with Heavenly Treasures, a fair trade micro enterprise network committed to helping artisans with product development, access to market and spiritual development. Contact Bennie Ingraham, bingraham@mppc.org.
Fair Trade Gift Fair
November 17 & 18
Fellowship Hall
Do you ever wonder if there is something you can do to help break the cycle of poverty in the developing world? One way you can have an impact is through purchasing "fair trade" items from companies such as Trade as One, which sells beautiful, handmade items by women and men in developing countries.
Many volunteers are needed to make this event a reality: set-up/tear-down, artfully arranging merchandise, cashiering, coordinating/providing refreshments, etc. Contact Kathy Fisher, kathyfisher1106@sbcglobal.net.
Ongoing:
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.
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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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.
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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