Catastrophes, storms, and wildfires throughout the United States, war and political uprising in the Middle East, malnutrition and starvation, stories of disaster, hunger, poverty, and other tragedies fill our lives. With such stories it is easy to become disheartened and experience compassion fatigue. Yet at the same time, through abundant gifts to One Great Hour of Sharing the congregation of Faith Presbyterian has joined millions of other Christians heeding the call of Isaiah “Your children will rebuild the deserted ruins of your cities. Then you will be known as the people who rebuild their walls and cities” Isaiah 58:12. We will collect the One Great Hour of Sharing offering on Palm Sunday.
Christmas in April?
The Mariners group will meet at 6:00PM on Friday, April 11th in the Faith Family Center for a potluck dinner. The speaker for the evening will be Helen Beardsley, a former volunteer at the White House for many years. She will share with us her beautiful set of Christmas ornaments, which commemorate our former presidents. She has lots of historic information on each ornament. Signups are on the patio Sunday or call the church at 619-582-8480 for more information and signup. All are welcome.
Words for Preparation
“Most of the shadows of this life are caused by standing in one’s own sunshine.” Ralph Waldo Emerson
Church Newsletter and Calendar – April 2014
It’s April and to members and friends of Faith Presbyterian Church here is the monthly Church Newsletter and Calendar of Church activities and events.
April Newsletter 2014-04-APR
Enjoy.
Events and Activities for College Students
March Hot Dog Stand Madness
Yay! More Hot Dog Stands this week.
Welcome college students and community supporters.
Come and join us on Tuesday March 18 at Noon and Friday March 21 at 8:00 PM.
Lots of good food. We look forward to seeing you all and enjoying the camaraderie.Lenten Vesper Services
Join us on Wednesday nights at 7:00-7:30pm in the sanctuary, March 12, 19, 26, April 2, 9 for a quiet time of reflection during this Lenten season. We offer these times of gathering as a way of staying in touch with the season and its meaning for our lives as followers of Jesus. As Jesus drew closer to the time of his death in Jerusalem, he experienced a heightened level of confrontation from the religious authorities of his day. His disciples were confused about his mission and their discipleship. It was a difficult time in Jesus’ life and his faithfulness to God’s purposes are an inspiration for us and a challenge for us.
The Vesper services are a time of prayer, silence, scripture and singing. Guided by the Psalms from the lectionary for this year we will journey through this Lenten season in preparation to experience the tragedy and glory of Holy Week and Easter.
A Big Thank You
Missions and Outreach
Thank you to all for bringing your aluminum cans and plastics for recycling. Keep on bringing them (no glass please) to the church and all the money will go to the Deacons’ missions. The Deacons have been providing support and help many including the Military Outreach Ministry (MOM) and the Presbyterian Urban Ministries (PUM).