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Saint Matthew Online Newsletter
Weekly Good News
June 15, 2018
In This Issue
Calendar This Week
June 15th-June 22nd
 
6/15  A's Deadline
6/17  Father's Day 
6/16-22  WAE Mission Trip 
Birthdays & Anniversaries

Birthdays This Week

6/18   Natalie Adey
6/18   Colleen Murphy
6/19   Glenn Barley
6/20   Leslie Holst
6/20   Caroline Lamoureux
6/20   Tyler Roberts
6/21   Barbara Crews
6/22   Dana Collins
6/22   Becky Ingram
6/23   Aileyn Ecob
6/23   Martha Plante
6/23   Brian Richards
6/24   John Deseck
6/24   Marilyn DeVaney

Anniversaries This Week

6/18 Bob & Laurie Carlson
6/18 Ted & Anne Pierce
6/19 Roger & Jody Dill
6/21 Kevin & Sylvia Dalton
6/21 Ron & Lynn Hoyle
6/21 Michael & Gail Penny
6/22 Jim & Barb Andrews
6/22 Chris & Leslie Marquart

Church Council Members

Pres: Art Fabsits
Vice Pres: Gail Dutcher
CFO: Bill Stark 
Sec: Sherry Whitmarsh

Joanna Aragon
Karen Ball
Mark Hearn
Gary Klintworth
Therese Long 
Donna Noonan
 
Dave Rower
 
Pastor Tim Philips 
Pastor Andy Smith  

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"Leaving a Lasting Legacy"
Sunday Sermon

Our Pentecost sermon series, "The Movement" continues this week with Pastor Andy's message about the lasting legacy of a man named Stephen. His story is found in Acts 6-7. Stephen's sacrificial commitment to the compelling vision of the early Christian Movement became his lasting legacy that continues to impact the lives of people today. Join us this Father's Day Sunday as we explore what leaving a lasting legacy looks like in our lives today.

Acts 7:54-60
Worship: 9:00 & 10:30 a.m.
Happy Father's Day to All the Saint Matthew Dads, Step Dads, Grandads, and Father Figures
 
Moving Deeper: A Multigenerational Potluck and Bible Study on the Book of Acts
 
We are not meeting on Father's Day. We will meet again on June 24th!

You are welcome to sign up at the W elcome Center for any o r all of the remaining dates.


Prayers for Our Wings as Eagles Team
 
Please pray for our wonderful mission team headed this week to South Dakota.
 
Pray for safe travels...
Pray for compassion...
Pray that their eyes are opened...
Pray that their hearts are changed...
Pray for clarity and wisdom... 
Pray for a stronger connection with God...
Pray that they see people through God's eyes...
Pray that they can be a gift...
Pray that they can be like Jesus...
Pray that they have an impact on others...
Pray for their hearts to be softened...
Pray that they are changed...
Pray that God touches lives...
 
Thank you so much for your generosity. The mission trip is fully funded! 
Congratulations
Scholarship Recipients



Last Sunday we honored our Saint Matthew high school scholarship recipients:
 
Alyssa Aragon, Pittsburgh HS to Azusa Pacific University,  
participated in Promiseland, Summer Day Camp, IGNITE, FORGE, and worked as a nursery attendant
 
Sarah Gallagher, Clayton Valley Charter HS to Sonoma State (Communications), participated in SPARK, IGNITE, and Summer Day Camp 
 
Danielle Kavert, Northgate HS to Diablo Valley College,
Participated in SPARK, IGNITE, FORGE, Leadership, Summer Day Camp, and worked as a nursery attendant 
 
Diana Sawan, Northgate HS to UC Davis (Neurobiology, Physiology, and Behavior), participated in IGNITE, FORGE, Summer Day Camp, and Luxi House
 
And a couple more graduates to announce:
 
Vivienne Moore, Northgate HS, Western Washington University
Allison Adey, University of California, Hastings College of the Law, Juris  Doctor  
Interim Process Forum
Sunday, June 24th at 10:15 am

This will be the first of what will be monthly forums on the interim ministry process, facilitated by Pastor Tim. This forum will focus on the tasks of the interim time and will explore how the context for ministry has changed and continues to change as we move into the future together.
 
In coming months, we will explore other facets of the interim process, seek congregational input, and share what we are learning along the way. Congregational participation in the process is key to a healthy transition to new pastoral leadership and the next season of ministry for Saint Matthew. Please join us!
Guys & Kids' A's Game & Tailgate
Saturday, June 30th

Join the Band of Brothers (and their kiddos) for a day at the ballpark when the Oakland A's play the Cleveland Indians. Tickets are $35 each, which includes the game ticket and food at our tailgate barbecue in the parking lot. There are four tickets available so purchase your tickets here soon!
"Reach Out & Touch Someone" Market
"I was hungry and you fed me" Matthew 25:35 

Yes, our 16th annual summer market will start again on July 1st, and will run for nine Sundays after each service until Aug. 26th. Join us in the Fellowship Hall where you will find delicious baked and breakfast items, Toshiko's famous Meyer lemonade, the freshest corn, garden vegetables, plants, handmade cards, homemade jam, and many other surprises. The fund created by this ministry ($74,160 in 15 years) has helped to feed the "poor." Last year alone our team made $9,035 to help those in need. Help us with our goal to top that amount this year! Contact Toshiko Barrett if you would like to be part of this valuable ministry.
Summer Day Camp
Jesus is the Ultimate Super Hero

Day camp is a fun-filled time of songs, skits, games, crafts and messages all around the theme: Jesus is the Ultimate Super Hero. Day camp will be July 9th-13th, Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 12:00 noon. Camp is open to all potty-trained preschool kiddos through current 5th graders. Cost is $50 per child. Tell your friends, and register here by June 25th.
Saint Matthew Family Camp
July 26th-29th in Coloma

We're going to the Coloma Resort for a fabulous time of rafting on the river, swimming, balancing on the ropes course, climbing the rock wall, playing on the playground, etc. There are different ways to camp, including tenting, RVing or sleeping in a cabin.
 
For a video of last year's camp experience view here . Contact  Tom Aragon  to find out more information about pricing and accommodations. Deadline to sign up at the Welcome Center is July 1st.
Men's Rafting & Canyoneering Trip
August 9th-11th

Join the men of Saint Matthew for a fun-filled, faith journey led by Rock-n-Water. White water raft through Class III river rapids on the South Fork of the American River and partake in a moderate canyoneering trip through one of our astonishing California canyons while discovering adventures within the peace and beauty of God's amazing creation. Contact Kevin Morgan to find out more information. Sign up here by July 26th.
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