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We hope for a world
where neighbors live in peace. . .
where the rich share with the poor, where the strong protect the weak, where with joy and love we all help each other thrive.

"Maranatha!"  which means in Aramaic, "Lord, come!"        

Advent is here! The night is past and gone, our sins are forgiven, the light of Christ shines ever more brightly. Look, listen, the Word of God is bursting forth from the womb of Creation.

Rejoice! From past to future, Christ is present. Seeking the light, we find it. Even to these dark days, he comes. Let us prepare the way of the Lord. And with joy in our hearts, let us celebrate his birth. Come let us worship God!

– Pastor Max Lynn

The Celebration will be filled with awe and wonder . . . and a good deal of fun . . .

Dec. 2       10am            Sunday Worship
                                       Theme: Hope  (Communion)
                  11:40am       Adult Ed. Forum            
                                       Bob Mckenzie and Marilyn Chilcote:
                                       "The Debut of Christ in the Four Gospels"

Dec. 8      5 pm              Sanctuary and Center decorating party
NEW TIME/DATE!        with Cider, Pizza, lights

Dec. 9      10am             Sunday Worship           
                                       Theme: Peace. 
                                       FEATURING Vivaldi's Magnificat  
                                             with Christine Brandes, Bill Bennett,
                                             St. John's Choir, and Instrumentalists
                 11:40am        Adult Ed. Forum:            
                                       "The Debut of Christ II"

Dec. 14     6:30pm         Kids' pageant dress rehearsal and cast party

Dec. 16     10am            Sunday Worship           
                                       Theme: Joy
                                       and the St. John's Christmas Pageant
                  11:40am       Adult Ed. Forum:            
                                       "The Debut of Christ III"

Dec. 23     10am            Sunday Worship           
                                       Theme: Love
                  11:40am       Adult Ed. Forum:            
                                       "The Debut of Christ IV"
                  12:30 p.m.    Christmas Caroling       
                                       to some who are unable to come to worship

Dec. 24     5:30pm         Candlelight Lessons and Carols                          


The season of Advent
marks the beginning of the Church's new year; a time of expectation, of new birth. Each of the four gospels gives us a different take on what to expect as we enter into this Advent season. The church has domesticated what, in fact, are visions of radical new beginnings in the gospels. It is a time of good news and bad news - good news to all who despair of the way things are and bad news to those who profit by the exploitation of their neighbors. For many of us, Advent may come as a little of both good news and bad news. It is time to be clear about what this season is meant to be for us, the church and the world. We will gather after coffee hour for the next four Sundays to consider these matters. Bring your Bibles or take one from the pews as we gather in the Fireside Room at 11:40am for an hour. 
     — Pastor Bob McKenzie
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Christmas Pageant on December 16
The children and youth will present their Christmas Pageant for 2007, "Christmas, Nevertheless!" in our 10:00am service, Sunday, December 16. Rehearsals will continue every Sunday morning at 8:50am with breakfast until the day of the pageant.  Our dress rehearsal and cast party will be Friday, December 14 at 6:30pm. Every young person is invited to take part. We will be adding new cast members until the day of the pageant.
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Women's Bible Study
Can the Holy Spirit work wonders through us even though we have a bad attitude? Read Jonah 3 (Lesson 4 in our study book) and come to the Campbell Reception Room on Thursday, December 13, noon to 2pm. Bring your Bible and your lunch.
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Memorial Poinsettia Orders
Poinsettias may be ordered at church or by calling the church office 510-845-6830 or Karma Dewitt.
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Third Saturday Walking Group
Dec 15 meet at the church parking lot at 10am, bring a bag lunch, water, walking shoes, binoculars and bird book. WheelChair accessible birding trails. Rain cancels. Sign-up at church or for information call Fred Goff or Karma Dewitt,
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Water into Wine
The first meeting of the small group "Water into Wine"
will be held Saturday, December 15 from 5-8pm at Lynne Royer's house. The event is being coordinated by Lynne Royer, Martha Perdue and Linda Bostjanick. Spirits and hearty appetizers will be served and good company provided. If interested, please call Lynne, Martha or Linda. Ho Ho HO!!
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- Psalm 34:14



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