The Chimes. December 2016 NO CHRISTMAS WITHOUT ADVENT

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1 Volume 20 No. 12 The Chimes December 2016 Eden UCC has been an Open and Affirming Church since We believe that all people are children of God, that persons of all ages, races, and sexual orientations are part of our increasingly diverse culture, and we welcome all persons into the full life and ministry of this church. Tel: Sunday Worship: 10:00 a.m. Church Office Hours: Monday to Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Saturday: Closed Visit our church website: Like us on Facebook: Eden United Church of Christ Follow us on NO CHRISTMAS WITHOUT ADVENT November 27, 2016 marks the start of a new year (2017) and a new season (Advent) on the Christian calendar. If Advent were a person, it would likely have self-esteem problems. Here s why. Most people don t know anything about Advent, and they are not particularly interested in learning. This is because the general public has been sucked into secular marketing campaigns that encourage everyone to skip Thanksgiving and Advent and dive headlong into Christmas particularly the commercial aspects of the holiday. A case in point: shopping malls set up Christmas trees and start playing carols the day after Halloween. The invitations to mark the start of the new Christian year and participate in Christian Advent observances are profoundly counterculture acts. The decision to accept these invitations is even more radical. Nevertheless, I dare you to be different this year. If you are up to the challenge, join us at Eden as we delve into the deeper spiritual work of Advent work that is profoundly different from the secular frenzy. The work of Advent is (and always has been) about listening to prophets, naming the need for change in our lives and world, praying and watching for God to do a new thing, and laboring with our Creator to birth a new world in which love and justice prevail and peace is possible. I invite indeed I dare all of us to be part of this grand group project called Advent, and I extend this invitation not simply because it is my duty to do so as a pastor, but because I know from reading the scriptures that there was no vision without prophets, no baby without gestation, and no delivery without labor. Hence, there never was and there never will be Christmas without Advent. ~ Pastor Arlene Welcome to Eden! Eden is a diverse and growing church. At Eden, people of all ages and backgrounds join together to grow spiritually, do good in the world, and develop healing and nurturing relationships. At our church, you will not be told what to believe. We feel that the way we treat one another is more important than holding uniform beliefs. And, while the Bible is important to our faith, it is not the last word. We believe God is Still Speaking through science, nature, personal experience, other faith traditions and more. On Sunday mornings, our church services and kids programs are open, friendly and innovative. Every week at Eden, you ll find all kinds of activities retreats, yoga classes, service projects, music programs, labyrinth walks, study groups to nurture mind, body, and spirit. At Eden, we are on a journey together to understand and live God s truth for our lives. Come and join us on the journey. Check out our website. Give us a call. Come by and see us. We look forward to welcoming you!

2 The Chimes Volume 20 No. 12 Page 2 They re Back! Eden s Choir Performs Again Happy Birthday, Jesus! Christmas Pageant Tres Reyes Gift Collection Mt. Eden Chamber Singers Mt. Eden High School Chamber Singers Eden Church is pleased to welcome members of the Mt. Eden High School Choir and their fans to our campus for two special performances. The Chamber Singers, Mt. Eden s elite vocalists, will provide choral music for morning worship on the Second Sunday of Advent, Dec 4. Worship begins at 10 am. Come back for more on Thursday evening, Dec 8, for the Mt. Eden Music Department s winter concert, and hear the entire choir, and various instrumental and vocal ensembles. The concert begins at 7 pm. The Mt. Eden Choir is conducted by award-wining teacher Ken Rowdon. Yes, Virginia... there will be a Christmas pageant this Advent. The pageant performance is Sunday, Dec 11 and will be followed by Eden s traditional Happy Birthday, Jesus Party and Soup Potluck. Rehearsals for the pageant will be during Church School on Sunday, Nov 27 and Sunday, Dec 4. Children in grades K-12 are encouraged to participate in this year s very funny one-act play. Many parts for all reading levels available. And on Sunday, Dec 11, we will also have our annual Happy Birthday, Jesus Party. Lunch will be a hot soup potluck with bread and butter provided by Fellowship. Please bring your favorite soup ready to serve for 6 to 8 people. Crock pots are available to borrow from Oliver Hall kitchen. Lunch will be followed by birthday cake! Chimes is a monthly publication of Eden United Church of Christ. Proposed submissions should be sent to pepper@ edenucc.com, or mailed or delivered to the church by the third Sunday of each month. We reserve the right to edit all materials submitted. Publisher: The Rev. Dr. Arlene K. Nehring, Senior Minister. Chimes Staff: The Rev. Pepper Swanson, Associate Minister; Corina Vasaure, Compañeras; Tania Martinez, Office Manager Advent Decorating, Nacimiento Creation, & Community Lunch It s time for evergreen wreaths and garlands, trumpeting angels, twinkling lights, and lots of shepherds, magi, and little holy families. Please join the Deacons, Confirmands, volunteers and our Cherryland friends and neighbors on Saturday, Nov 26, from 10 am to 1 pm, for a fun time adorning the church for the Advent season, kids crafts for the holidays, and creating our annual Nacimiento. Many hands make light work! Lunch and fellowship time will be provided. Please see Russ Newman (outdoor locations), Carol Roach or Miriam Hutchison (Communion Table decorations), Pat Payne (lunch & fellowship), Pastor Pepper (Oliver Hall decorations) or Corina Vasaure (Kids Crafts & Nacimiento) for more information. Christmas Day Worship in Pioneer Chapel This year Christmas Day falls on Sunday! In keeping with our tradition, we will have worship on Sunday, Dec 25 at 10 am. To celebrate the birth of Christ, we will worship in Pioneer Chapel, our 19th century church home. Pioneer Chapel was built in 1867, and is on the State and National Registries of Historic Places. This special place is perfect for small weddings, memorial services, recitals and... our own traditional Christmas Day worship. Come enjoy a special morning service of Scripture, art, poetry, and music.

3 The Chimes Volume 20 No. 12 Page 3 Christmas Offerings! Tis the Season to Give and be a blessing to our community. We have three important opportunities this Advent Season. First, watch for Eden s annual Christmas offering letter. Our Stewardship Committee crafts a special message each year to ask for member support of Eden s many ministries. This year, our annual Christmas offering will be received on Sunday, Dec 18 and on Christmas Eve, Dec 24. The Christmas offering supports the many important programs, services, and spiritual life of Eden Church. Look for your Christmas offering envelope by mail or pick one up in the Church Office or in your worship bulletin. For further information, contact Dianne Dorn, Chair of Stewardship. Also, on Sunday, Dec 11, we will collect gift for children ages 0-12 who attend our Tres Reyes Fiesta on Sunday, Jan 8. This year, Eden Church is asking for donations of watercolor sets, watercolor paper pads, and FIMO soft clay) for children age 0-7 and charcoal pencils and charcoal paper pads for children age If you d like to make a financial donation, go to and search for Tres Reyes Gifts for Cherryland. Flowers for Worship The 2016 Flower Calendar is posted in the Church Office. Stop by to sign up for a date to match your occasion. Flowers can be provided by: 1) Cut or purchase flowers and arrange them at home or church and place them on the communion table; 2) Make arrangements with Eden s Flower Coordinator Mary Graw to provide flowers and she or another member will arrange them; or (3) Order flowers delivered from a florist to the church on the Saturday prior to your date. Bulletin dedications are due to the Church Office by 12 noon on the Wednesday before your date. For information, contact Mary Graw at (510) Christmas Eve/Noche Buena, Dec 24 Eden s Candlelight Christmas Eve/Noche Buena Worship will begin at 7 pm in the Sanctuary. The service will feature lessons, carols, and special music by Drs. Jessie Wenchieh Lo and Jessie Acker-Johnson and other Eden musicians. Volunteers are needed to greet visitors and returning members, serve as ushers, hand out and collect Silent Night candles. To volunteer, please contact Stephanie Spencer. Cookies and cookie bakers are also needed. Please share your favorite cookie recipe and spread a little holiday cheer by donating homemade Christmas cookies for our Christmas Eve reception in Oliver Hall. A sign-up sheet will be in the Church Office on Dec 4. Volunteers are also needed to help with the setup and cleanup of our Christmas Eve Fellowship. If interested, please contact Pat Payne, Fellowship Coordinator. Advent Preview We Remember... All Saints Dec 04 Dec 11 Dec 18 Dec 24 Dec 25 Advent II Holy Communion Mt. Eden Chamber Singers Choir Rehearsal, 11:30 am to 12:30 pm Pageant Rehearsal (during Church School) Choir Rehearsal, 11:30 am to 12:30 pm Advent III Children s Pageant & Tres Reyes Gift Collection Baptism & Reception of New Members Happy Birthday, Jesus Party Choir Rehearsal, 11:30 am to 12:30 pm Advent IV Choir Performs in Worship Candlelight Christmas Eve Service, Sanctuary, 7 pm Christmas Day Service, Pioneer Chapel, 10 am

4 The Chimes Volume 20 No. 12 Page 4 Tres Reyes Worship & Fiesta The Kings are Coming! Three Kings Day/ Tres Reyes Magos will happen Sunday, Jan 8 at Eden Church. Three Kings is the celebration of the Magi who come to visit Mary, Joseph, and their newborn son, Jesus. The Kings bring wonderful gifts for Jesus and his parents. The Three Kings Celebration is an opportunity for the Cherryland Leaders to give back to Eden Church in all the work we do by sharing this important religious holiday together. Everyone is invited to join in celebrating the Three Kings Celebration/Fiesta de Tres Reyes Magos, which will include a free lunch (with both kid-friendly and not-spicy options) served to all by the Cherryland Parents, and fun entertainment for the whole family. Whether you re a church member, church youth, or a community member, everyone is invited and encouraged to attend this event! All in attendance can take part in the activities, and gifts will be given to all children ages 0-12 by the Three Kings. Gifts for Tres Reyes Fiesta are being collected on Sunday, Dec 11 as part of Eden s Happy Birthday, Jesus celebration. Donations of watercolor sets, watercolor paper pads, and FIMO soft clay) for children age 0-7 and charcoal pencils and charcoal paper pads for children age 8-12 are requested. If you d like to make a financial donation instead, please go to www. gofundme.com and search for Tres Reyes Gifts for Cherryland. For more information, please contact Corina Vasaure. Fall Bible Study Continues Bible Study is now reading the Acts of the Apostles, the story of Paul and the very first Christians. We meet for prayer, fellowship, and to read the Scripture together. There are two sessions, one at 10 am and one at 7 pm on the following dates: Dec 5. Both sessions are held in the Community Room. Contact Dianne Dorn or Keith Smith for further information. Report of Semi-Annual Congregation The Semi-Annual Congregational Meeting was held on Sunday, Oct 30. At the time, the Church took the following actions: 1) Extended the Designated Term Associate Minister Patricia (Pepper) Swanson s term of service until Jun 30, The vote was 41 yes, plus one abstention. 2) Received a report from the Eden Area Foundation (EAF) Board of Directors regarding the 2017 grants. A total of $262,453 in grants will be allocated by EAF in 2017, including $183,717 to support Eden Church s outreach activities and other purposs as described in the Church s Annual Report, $71, 000 to three nonprofit organizations providing food, shelter and assistance to people in need in the Eden Area and $7,736 for the EAF Board of Directors Initiative. If you have any questions about the Semi- Annual Congregational Meeting, please contact Moderator Bob Turner or Pastor Arlene Nehring. Invitation to the Ministry of Music Music is one of the first things newcomers notice when they attend worship. Are you interested in shaping the musical landscape at Eden? Are you willing to serve God through active participation and spiritually fulfilling experience? Come and join the Eden Choir! Dr. Jessie Lo will be leading and teaching music during rehearsals that are held on certain Sundays beginning at 11:30 am. See Coming Attractions on page 7 for our upcoming rehearsal and performance schedule. Come join a fun-loving group, learn some music, and be a vital part of the Ministry. Comida para Cherryland Fall Schedule Comida para Cherryland, Eden s just-in-time food pantry, celebrated its 4th anniversary in April. Together we now serve over 200 families per month, 90% of whom live in Cherryland. The Comida operates on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month from 1:30-4:30 pm or until the food is gone. Our Comida days in Dec are Dec 14 & 28. To volunteer at the Comida, see Corina Vasaure. To volunteer at the Comida, see Corina Vasaure. Reminders The Sunday Bulletin is now online! To use your phone or tablet as an e-bulletin, go to com/ and look for the Sunday Bulletin button on the upper left side of the home page. Copies of Eden s Sunday sermons are available in the Church office or online (in PDF and MP3 versions) at sermons Eden Church and Eden Area Foundation bylaws, policies, agendas, minutes, reports, rosters, and schedules are posted on the church website at: com/leadership. Like us on Facebook Eden United Church of Christ now has 942 likes and Cherryland Computer now has 167 likes on Facebook!. Follow us on now has 589 followers! Yoga at Eden is held every Wednesday from 11:30 am-12:30 pm in the Fireside Room. The Labyrinth is open Mon-Fri, 8:30 am 5 pm, and Sunday mornings. Safe Congregation locations where children and youth may be after worship: Oliver Hall, Courtyard, and the Tot Lot (with adult supervision).

5 The Chimes Volume 20 No. 12 Page 5 Poinsettia Display & Comida Offering The Eden Church Deacons invite members and friends to contribute funds for Comida para Cherryland, this Advent Season. With our donations, the Comida volunteers will purchase nutritious groceries for the families most in need in the Eden area. In appreciation for members and friends contributions to the Comida, the Deacons will purchase poinsettias for display in the Sanctuary during the Advent and Christmas seasons, and deliver poinsettias to homebound and hospitalized members and friends on Dec 18. If you would like to dedicate your contribution to a loved one and include your dedication in our Sunday worship bulletin on the Fourth Sunday in Advent (Dec 18) and Christmas Eve (Dec 24), please include the name or names of those persons in the space provided below. Please note: Deadline for dedications is Wednesday, December 7, 2016 If you wish to participate in the Deacon s Advent Offering for the Comida, please complete this form, and enclose and mail (or deliver) your check and dedication to the Eden Church office. I would like to dedicate my Comida offering Pointsettia to: In memory of: In honor of: PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY I have enclosed $ ($4.50 per grocery bag) and understand that all names listed above will be published, and that my enclosed contribution will provide food for Comida para Cherryland participants. My Name Phone Number Eden UCC Birch Street Hayward CA

6 The Chimes Volume 20 No. 12 Page 6 Christmas Greetings to Japan For the second year, Eden Church is exchanging Christmas greetings with the Natori Church of Natori, Japan and the Aizu Radiation Information Center. Natori is a suburb south of Sendai, Japan, located quite close to the Sendai Airport, which was devastated by the tsunami. Although the church was not hit, church members lost their lives, as well as homes in the great disaster. Many people have come to live in temporary shelters in the city of Natori, and the Natori Church tries to minister to those in need. Natori is a very conservative area, and many people have a closed mind toward Christianity. Despite this, church members have been able to reach out to people in the area and create many children s programs. The Aizu Radiation Information Center is housed at a local Kyodan church in the town of Aizu-Wakamatsu (Fukushima Prefecture). The Center is a citizen s network fully supported by volunteers which aims to 1) gather and share information; 2) support local residents by networking; and 3) join in actions of solidarity with victims in the Fukushima Nuclear Plant disaster area. Last year, Christmas cards and two special ink drawing banners were sent to Japan by Eden Church and children in the Comida program. In return, the Natori Church and Aizu Radiation Information Center sent greetings, thank you notes, and photos of their children. This year, Eden s care package will include Christmas cards as well as Eden caps and flashlights. For further information about the Christmas Card project, contact Dianne Dorn. Important Comida Budget Update Thank you to all who have responded with contributions in support of Comida para Cherryland. Based on current needs and a generous FEMA grant received by the ACCFB we anticipate having enough money to fund the food pantry through Jan Every dollar contributed goes directly to the purchase of food. The direct costs of the Comida are solely supported by donations from members and friends (not the church s annual budget). A contribution of $4.50 buys one bag for a family of 4-7 and includes one bag of rice and one bag of beans, a can of peanut butter, a can of tuna, a can of tomato product, oatmeal, fresh fruit and vegetables, and a bag of chicken legs. Contributions may be made using pew envelopes or by mailing contributions to the church. Please make checks payable to Eden United Church of Christ and note Comida on the envelope or check. For information about the budget, see the Rev. Rob Parrish. To discuss a financial contribution to the Comida, see Michael Stuber. Seekers Book Discussion The Seekers read and discuss books on religion and other topics. The Seekers began reading The New Jim Crow by Michelle Alexander on Nov 9. The New Jim Crow explores how the US criminal justice system functions as a racial caste system as pernicious as apartheid. Please join us for our weekly discussions on Wednesdays at 10 am in the Community Room. Contact Pastor Pepper for info. Birthdays & Anniversaries December Birthdays Carol Roach 12/02 Marilyn Sundberg 12/02 Jana Aloo 12/05 Michael Foster 12/07 Theressa Collier 12/11 Ruth Schaap 12/17 Rubi Gutierrez-Contreras 12/18 Ron Madaras 12/18 Frank Jensen 12/21 Tim Nicholas 12/22 Katelyn Phillips 12/23 Angelina Crans Yoon 12/24 Ruth Baratta 12/26 Peggy Barber 12/29 Peter Wilson 12/06 Elizabeth Newey 12/26 Hayden Payne 12/23 Morgan Yauger 12/16 Abby Miller 12/27 Lillian Miller 12/05 Liam Vetrovec 12/19 Mateo Lopez 12/06 December Anniversaries Cindy Keune & Frank Jensen 12/29 Tori & Richard Meyer 12/29 Karla Vega & Juliette Morser 12/28 Yoga for Lunch Yoga classes are held on Wednesdays at 11:30 am in the Fireside Room. Join Yogi Amanda Sharpe and Eden members and friends. Eden Stitchers Quilters and others with sewing projects are invited to join the Eden Stitchers on Tuesdays at 10 am in the Jensen Room. Contact Suzie Hasselkuss (suziequilting@comcast.net) or Shannon Whitney (Shannon_whitney@ sbcglobal.net) for the date of the next meeting. Upcoming Confirmation Activities Nov 26 Advent Decorating & Nacimiento Creation, includes Community Lunch, 10-1 pm Dec 4 Worship & Communion, 10 am & Confirmation Class on Rites & Sacraments, 5 7 pm Dec 11 Worship & Christmas Pageant, 10 am & Happy Birthday, Jesus Potluck Serve & Clean up Assistance, 11:15 am Jan 8 Tres Reyes Worship, 10 am & Tres Reyes Fiesta, 11:15 am to 1:30 pm

7 The Chimes Volume 20 No. 12 Page 7 Dia de los Muertos Ofrenda 2016 Pioneer Chapel Landscaping Pioneer Chapel Landscaping On Jun 7 and Nov 1, 2016 respectively, the Church Council approved the use of $7,500 in memorial funds to improve the Pioneer Chapel landscaping which was lost during the drought. Improvements include the replacement of the water sprinkler system with a drip system, removal of weeds and dead vegetation, and the planting of boxwood hedges and red roses. This campus improvement project was made possible through generous memorial gifts from the family and friends of Ted Wallis, Loris Coburn, Lois Rustica, Sue Fry, Barbara Lateer, Mary Cumming, John Hasselkuss, and Dan Apperson. The project was finished on Nov 16. Retirement Living Conversation On Nov 7, Eden Church members and friends conducted a smart shopper s guide to retirement communities in the East Bay. Attendees at the meeting reported in detail on their experiences visiting different retirement communities and shared information about services, activities, and costs. The conversation was videotaped and is available to watch at church by contacting Tania Martinez. If you have questions or would like to be involved in future conversations, please see organizers Carol Price or Pastor Arlene. We Win! Eden s Strategic Plan was adopted by the membership on Jun 25, Our consultant, the Rev. Dr. John Wimberly, encouraged the congregation to document and celebrate the many wins along the way as the plan rolls out and plans are fulfilled. A list of wins achieved by the Worship Practices team include: Objective 1: Administrative The WPT and two facilitators appointed Participated in All-Church Retreat Provided progress report to Congregation Developed a team work plan Objective 2: Music Either a song leader or a choir supports Congregational singing each Sunday Pastors coach Music Director on congregation s repertoire Research has begun to identify local musicians for hire on Sunday mornings Eden s musicians roster was updated Our Sunday choir rehearsal experiment began Objective 3: Multimedia System A professional technician volunteered to provide support for our study process The Trustees agreed to assist with the study process Objective 4: Liturgy Worshippers were invited to share what they learned about prayer from their families The liturgy for the 4 Sundays of Advent and 3 Xmas Services are unique from each other The congregation and community were invited to contribute to the Ofrenda Lay leaders are being recruited to share personal testimonies during Tres Reyes worship Pastoral Prayers are begun with a time of silence to create more space for personal reflection Pastor Arlene taught an introductory class on liturgy to develop a shared knowledge base and vocabulary for our exploration process Take a Lookilu and See What s New! Mark Your Calendars Nov 23 Comida para Cherryland Nov 24 Thanksgiving Nov 26 Advent/Nacimiento Decorating Party Nov 27 Advent I Nov 27 Pageant Rehearsal Nov 27 Choir Rehearsal Nov 27 Interfaith Thanksgiving Dec 04 Advent II Dec 04 Pageant Rehearsal Dec 04 Choir Rehearsal Dec 04 Taste & See Dec 04 Confirmation Class Dec 05 Bible Study Dec 11 Advent III Dec 11 Christmas Pageant Dec 11 Happy Birthday, Jesus & Soup Potluck Dec 11 Choir Rehearsal Dec 14 Comida para Cherryland Dec 18 Advent IV Dec 18 Choir Performs in Worship Dec 24 Candlelight Christmas Eve Service Dec 25 Christmas Day Service Dec 28 Comida para Cherryland Jan 08 Tres Reyes Celebration Jan 11 Comida para Cherryland Jan 14 MidWinter Camp Jan 16 MLK Birthday Celebration Jan 22 Congregational Meeting- Strategic Plan Teams Report Jan 25 Comida para Cherryland Jan 29 Confirmation Class Jan 31 ESLO Meeting Feb 08 Comida para Cherryland Feb 20 President s Day

8 The Chimes Volume 20 No. 12 Page 8 Joys Eden Church participated in the Castro Valley Light Parade for the first time on Nov 12. Thank you to everyone who decorated our Tres Reyes car with lights, walked, and helped make it a fun event! Eden Church gratefully received a $1,850 donation from Congregation Shir Ami, the Reform Synagogue in Castro Valley. This money was raised as part of Shir Ami s High Holy Day Food Drive, the Congregation s annual tradition to address hunger in our community. The FESCO Luncheon sponsored by the Eden Church Fellowship Committee was another big success! This friend-raising and fundraising event drew over 100 participants and raised over $2,865. The Pioneer Chapel landscaping is complete. Prayer Requests Four families in our congregation and three families in the Cherryland neighborhood have asked Eden Church for help finding affordable housing. If you have a lead on a room to rent, or on an efficiency apartment, or a one, two or three bedroom house or apartment to rent, please contact Pastor Arlene. For Jacque and Nate Blake, who moved to their new home in Thousand Oaks, on Oct 31. For Jan Bass, Dave Wallis, and Joyce Bass, whose uncle and brother-in-law, Jerry Bass, died on Oct 28. For members and friends in employment searches. For members and friends who are living with mental health challenges. For Pat Payne s family, who are grieving the death of her brother-in-law, Lonnie Tomlin, who died last month. For the family and friends of Ron Wagle, who died on Nov 19. Ron was the son of the late Elma and Jack Wagle, and the brother of Bob Wagle. And for Mary Bernstein, Juanita Chavez, Ann Dodd, Regina Fischer, Clyde Howell, Arden Keune, Wesley Moniz, Jan Richards, Ruth Schaap, Marilyn Sundberg, June Staley, the Wiebe-Freed family, and Terry Wilkerson. Eden Lights Up CV Parade Pastoral Visits: Pastor Arlene makes hospital and home visits to members and friends upon request. To request a visit, please call her cell phone (510) or send to arlene@edenucc.com. Note, because of privacy laws, hospitals do not contact pastors or church offices or share patient information with anyone other than a patient s medical power of attorney. Professional courtesies are also involved. Generally speaking, pastoral visits are limited to members and friends of Eden Church who are listed on the church rolls. Our Associate Minister, Pepper Swanson, or other clergy and church leaders make pastoral visits when Pastor Arlene is out of town.

9 The Chimes Volume 20 No. 12 Page 9 December 2016 Duty Roster Date December 4 December 11 December 18 December 24 December 25 Liturgical Day Second Sunday of Advent Third Sunday of Advent Fourth Sunday of Advent Christmas Eve Christmas Day Scripture Is. 11:1 10 Ps. 72:1 7, Rom. 15:4 13 Matt. 3:1 12 Isa. 35:1 10 & Ps. 146:5 10 Lk. 1:47 55 & Jam. 5:7 10 & Mat. 11:2 11 Isa. 7:10 16 & Ps. 80:1 7, & Rom. 1:1 7 Mat. 1:18 25 Is., Mt. 1, Lk. 2, John 1 Isa. 9:2 7 & Ps. 96 & Tit. 2:11 14 & Lk. 2:1 20 Preacher Arlene K. Nehring Children s Pageant Arlene K. Nehring Arlene K. Nehring Pepper Swanson Liturgist Dianne Dorn Alliene Turner Drew Nettinga Debby Andrade Loving Arms Nursery Angelina Collier & Kemy Gekara Angelina Collier & Kemy Gekara Angelina Collier & Kemy Gekara No Childcare Workers; Nursery Open for Parent Use Angelina Collier & Kemy Gekara Church School Teachers Pepper Swanson & Athena Malloy, Pageant Practice Keith Smith, & Dianne Dorn, Pageant Support Pepper Swanson & Suzie Hasselkuss, K-12 No Church School No Church School Greeters Dianne Dorn Miriam Hutchinson & Isabel Walth Stephanie Spencer Cindy Keune Ushers Michael Stuber Keith Smith Jared Smith-Bove Miriam Hutchinson Russ Newman Stephanie Spencer Scott Swanson Stephanie Spencer Cindy Keune Pat Payne Theressa Collier Trustee on Duty Bob Turner Bill Adam Jim Fryer Bob Turner Bill Adam Bob Turner Fellowship Hour Captains Pat Payne Jacob Smith Jan Bass No Fellowship Nursery care is available during worship for children age 5 and younger.

10 The Chimes Volume 20 No. 12 Page 10 December 2016 Calendar Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday First Sunday in Advent 9a Music Practice 10a Worship 11:30a Fellowship 3p EAIC Gratitude Gathering 4p Cherryland Computer 10a Stitchers 4p Cherryland Computer 10a Seekers 11:30a Yoga 11:45a Single Women s Group 4-Second Sunday of Advent a Music Rehearsal 10a Worship & Pageant Practice 10a Bible Study 10a Stitchers 10a Seekers 11:30a Yoga 11:15a Fellowship 5p Confirmation Class 11-Third Sunday of Advent 9a Music Rehearsal 7p Bible Study 12 7p Council Meeting 13 10a Stitchers 14 10a Seekers 11:30a Yoga 7p Mt. Eden Winter Concert a Worship & Children s Pageant 11:15a Happy Birthday, Jesus Party & Soup Potluck 18-Third Sunday of Advent 9a Music Rehearsal 10a Worship 19 10a Bible Study 7p Trustees Meeting 20 10a Stitchers 1p Computer 1:30p Comida 21 10a Seekers 11:30a Yoga Christmas Eve 7p Christmas Eve Candlelight Service 11:15a Fellowship 25- Christmas Day 9a Music Rehearsal 26 Eden Campus Closed 27 Eden Campus Closed 28 10a Seekers 11:30a Yoga a Worship in Pioneer Chapel 1p Computer 1:30p Comida *Cherryland Computer Open Hours are subject to change*