November 19, 2011 - A Day of Healing and Bereavement after Suicide: Survivors of suicide loss will gather in the sanctuary to view an international webcast and connect with others who have survived the tragedy of suicide loss. Survivors will address the questions that so many newly bereaved survivors face: Why did this happen? How do I cope? Where can I find support?

How do you count yourself blessed? As we consider this season's Stewardship theme, we will celebrate and dedicate our giving commitments to sustain the ministry and mission of our church. A veg friendly lunch will follow.

Celebrate the holiday by revisiting the Biblical account of Jesus' birth and joyfully singing the popular Christmas songs we all know and love. Come early for best seating. We will depart the sanctuary quietly via candle light.

What is your vision for the church? What direction do you see us moving? This is an opportunity for church members and friends to provide valuable input on brainstorming and visioning ideas presented by the Long Range Planning Committee. We will provide structure (and of course, some instructions) as well as healthy snacks and child care. This is an important get-together you won't want to miss. With everyone's participation, it should be both fun and stimulating! Just imagine the possibilities!

How are you planning to mark Earth Day? We’re celebrating Earth Day a few days early on Friday, April 20th, at 7:00pm with a special visit from John Muir. Well, that is with a special visit from the Rev. Don Baldwin who does a first-person dramatization of the legendary environmentalist. Baldwin, retired after 35 years of active ministry, delights in bringing a fresh awareness of the amazing scope of Muir's life: geologist, botanist, mountain climber, writer, adventurer and preservationist. Baldwin notes with…