Good News!
On March 17, First Church received the following letter from our District Superintendent, Rev. John Farley:
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Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ at First UMC of San Diego,
On behalf of Bishop Grant Hagiya and his Cabinet, I share with you that after much prayer and consultation, it is Bishop Grant Hagiya’s intent to appoint the Rev. Dr. Hannah Ka to serve as your associate pastor effective July 1, 2020. Pastor Hannah is a gifted pastor who has served for a number of years in the California-Pacific Conference. Pastor Hannah is a spirit-filled leader and preacher with a rich experience in worship, music, young people’s ministry, outreach and stewardship. As a church leader and developer, Pastor Hannah brings a unique set of gifts and graces to the Pastoral Leadership Team at First UMC of San Diego. I am confident that she will help move the congregation into an era of vibrant growth. Pastor Hannah will work together with Pastor Trudy, Pastor Jessica, Pastor Melissa, Pastor Tamara, and your lay leadership for a smooth and effective ministry transition.
On behalf of our Bishop, I thank you for your faithfulness, and ask you to hold these fine pastors and their families in your prayers during this time of change. "
Welcome Rev. Dr. Hannah Ka!
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Caring Hearts Ministry - update
Many thanks to those of you who responded to this call last week. We can still use some more help.
How to Get Involved
As we reach out to help the many vulnerable among us, we serve in the Love of Jesus and become His hands and feet in action. There are so many ways to participate, all of us can do something.
- Create cards/write and send cards (kids can do this too)
- More callers are needed to assess needs and provide comfort (daily/weekly)
- Specific expertise that can be of use (tech and others)
- Make or/and deliver meals, groceries or medicine
- Anyone comfortable praying with and for others by phone
- Project manager to help coordinate our help efforts
As this crisis continues to unfold, more needs will surface. Please fill out
this form and let us know how you can help. We will keep you posted as we learn more. Contact Rev. Tamara by phone, (619- 297-4366 ext. 121 or by email,
twalker@fumcsd.org.
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The Food Ministry
First Church Food Ministry is still operating but with some changes. The food will be brought directly from the Food Bank to Wesley UMC and will be bagged up in place and given out to the families as usual on Sundays. Saturday volunteer teams are therefore not needed for the time being. If you are part of the a Sunday team, we ask that you stay in touch with your team leader for further instructions.
Easter Basket Drive. Unfortunately we had to cancel this donation drive this year. For more questions, contact
Pastor Melissa.
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Pastor’s Lenten Bible Study Virtually!
Wednesday, March 25
10:30 AM | from the comfort of your home via ZOOM
For the next two weeks, Pastor’s Bible Study is offered via video conferencing! You’ll receive an invitation via email. If you have never been a part of Pastor’s Bible Study before, email
revtrudy@fumcsd.org to be included. You’ll need to download the app from “
zoom.us" upon entry into the meeting, so plan to begin that process prior to 10:30 AM. Zoom allows up to 100 people to participate. You’ll be able to listen and watch Rev. Trudy and others engage in the study. Rev. Tamara will provide some teaching on prayer practices to enhance your experience. Wednesdays for the next three weeks at 10:30 AM. Try something new with us!
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MORE ZOOM MEETINGS this week
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Prayers of the People
Wednesdays 9:30 AM
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ZOOM Meetings
If you are hosting a ZOOM meeting and want to get the word out in eNews, email
Communications
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New to ZOOM?
Here are some useful tips when you host or participate in a ZOOM meeting.
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Due to the Corona outbreak and until further notice,
we will live-stream our worship on Sundays
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Lead Pastor
Rev. Trudy Robinson
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9 AM | Rev. Trudy Robinson
Shaped to Choose Life
10 AM | Rev. Jessica Strysko
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Do you have problems finding our live-stream or if links don't work?
- Go to Youtube.com
- Search First Church San Diego
- "Bookmark" or save the First Church San Diego as your "favorite"
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Children and Youth Ministries Sunday Schedule
For more information contact the Dir. of Discipleship for Children & Youth
Kenton Hundley
, 619-297-4366 x118 or Asst. Dir. of Children & Family Ministries
Daniel Froman
619-297-4366 x140.
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Summer VBS - "Quest for the King's Armor"
July 20-24 | 9 AM - 12 PM |Linder Hall | Pre-school - 5th grade | $30 if
Registering
by June 14. Thereafter through July 12, the cost will be $40.
This summer join the knights of the North Castle and go on a Quest for the King’s Armor! The morning will be filled with age-appropriate games and crafts led by church staff and screened volunteers. Snacks and T-shirt are included in the cost.
To make VBS a success we need VOLUNTEERS!
Please use the same
registration form if you would like to sign up as a volunteer. All volunteers are submitted to a background screening. Questions? Email
Daniel Froman.
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EVENTS
POSTPONED/CANCELED
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Events postponed/canceled through April 30
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Getting to know Rev. Trudy - Neighborhood Gatherings
All gatherings with Rev. Trudy are postponed until further notice
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POSTPONED
Judaism - Understanding the Faith of Jesus
Monday, March 30
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CANCELED
Sacra/Profana Music Camp
March 30 - April 3
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POSTPONED
Midday Gatherings
April 1 & 15
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CANCELED
Lenten Choral Concert
Sunday, April 5
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POSTPONED
Midday Pipes
Wednesday, April 8
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POSTPONED
Baptism
Sunday, April 19
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POSTPONED
UMW Fashion Show
Saturday, April 25
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POSTPONED
Young Adults 4th Sunday Brunch
Sunday, April 26
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POSTPONED
Family Bowling
Sunday, April 26
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Stories of Hope from the Water's Edge Faith Community:
Although we long to be physically together again as soon as possible, we are in awe of what God is able to do with and in spite of difficult circumstances! We have been able to reach even more people online for worship than our growing community was already doing in person.
- Around 100 households continue to receive weekly connection by phone call, text, e-mail, etc. as Water's Edge leaders check in on the well-being of the church.
- We are reaching out to those in need as we support the OB Emergency Food Bank. Although they are not open in their usual fashion, leadership has been able to safely distribute just under 100 bags of food weekly to our neighbors in need.
- The Water's Edge plans to support Rachel's House domestic violence shelter for women through monetary donations in place of the 100 sack lunches we typically pack and deliver during in-person worship. We pray for all of those being asked to shelter in place for whom home is not a place of safety.
Blessings, Jessica
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COVID-19, FIRST CHURCH & YOU
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Covid-19, First Church & You
Simple steps to stay physically, spiritually, and emotionally well in an age of the corona virus.
Stay up-to-date with the latest information from First Church.
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CHURCH BUSINESS & NOTICES
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Office Closure through April 30
In order to try to limit the physical interaction with others, the church office will be closed until April 30, at which time we will respond according to the recommendations at that time. Your staff will be working from home and available through email or phone messages through the church office voicemail system. All of us are looking for ways to be creative in doing our ministries. We are intent on keeping as much as possible going through online means. We are committed to staying connected and meeting people’s needs to the best of our ability. We will continue to grow in grace and reach out in love. And we will look forward to the reunion where we can come together once again!
How to give when the church office is closed and worship is online?
- Give online using your credit/debit card or ACH transfer from your checking account. Gifts can be one-time or automatically recurring each week or month.
- TEXT to Give. Just text MYCHURCHGIFT to 73256 and see how easy it can be!
- Mail your check directly to the church via US postal service: First United Methodist Church of San Diego, 2111 Camino del Rio S. San Diego, CA 92108.
Thank you again as we work to keep everyone safe this season and work to meet the church's ongoing expenses. Please let
Jason Tucker
know if you have any more questions about giving and tithing to First Church.
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Weekly Attendance
Sunday attendance at Mission Valley and OB Campuses, and Youtube Live Stream
52-week average through 3-14-2019: 730
52-week average through 3-15-2020: more than 214 viewers have watched the live-stream. Later in the week 5,241 visitors have been watching our archived 3/15 services.
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Giving
Operating fund income which includes: pledges, record of giving, unrestricted gifts, interest earnings, and contributions from the Children's Growing Center, Ocean Beach and our leased properties at both locations.
BUDGET FOR TOTAL INCOME as of 3-15-2020:
$391,855.00
ACTUALS FOR TOTAL INCOME as of 3-15-2020:
$371,896.00
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Deaths:
Check our website
for weekly updates regarding deaths, memorial services and funerals.
Sponsor a Prayer Quilt for someone in need of prayer-- whatever the reason. There is no charge for a prayer quilt. Submit a request below.
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619-297-4366
2111 Camino del Rio South,
San Diego, CA 92108
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