This training is designed to create dialogue around being an adult ally for LGBTQ youth by informing participants about common terminology, the “coming out” process, and challenges at home, in school, and the community. The Trevor Project provides 24/7 crisis support services to LGBTQ+ young people, and this ally training can help us support the young people around us in practical and life-saving ways. Learn more at www.thetrevorproject.org

Choral Evensong is a service sung daily in English cathedrals, a practice which dates back hundreds of years. We will sing Evensong for the Feast of St. Francis, featuring Benjamin Britten's glorious cantata Rejoice in the Lamb, with a melodious setting of the Magnificat and Nunc dimittis by Joanna Forbes L'Estrange.

Wednesday, Oct. 12 | 12:15 PM | Sanctuary & live-stream

We invite you to enjoy this beautiful organ music played by distinguished musicians on the 107-rank, 4 manual Blackinton & Associates pipe organ, the largest in San Diego County. This month we welcome Hans Hielscher, Organist & Carillonneur, Marktkirche, Wiesbaden, Germany.

Join the group at the church for lunch in Linder 4. We will have Jersey Mike’s sandwiches for lunch at 11:45 AM. followed by a visit to Cabrillo National Monument by private car/carpooling. RSVP required for lunch by Monday, October 3. The cost is $10 per person. Information about Cabrillo National Monument entrance fees/passes  

Saturday, October 22 | 11 AM (approx. 1-hour walking tour)

Oct. 16 | 11 AM: State of the Church for All Ministry Areas

Pledge cards will be sent via mail in the coming week, and you can always make your 2023 pledge online by clicking HERE. We look forward to receiving all pledges by Sunday Oct. 23.

The US Department of Agriculture states between 30-40% of the US food supply is wasted annually. More. The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) estimates all the food produced but never eaten would be sufficient to feed 2 billion people - more than twice the number of undernourished people around the world! More . Clearly, many factors contribute to world-wide food insecurity – war, weather, health crises, economic instability, and poor food handling practices are just a few. 

No one person can solve world hunger, but everyone can do something to help keep the world’s food basket full so all of God’s children can be fed. The FUMCSD Food Ministry is expanding our mission beyond food distribution in our community. To help build awareness we’ll be sharing a buffet of food justice thoughts: a few facts and figures, some tips and tricks for doing our part, stories of family food experiences (good and bad), and maybe some tasty recipes. Come join our Feast of Food Justice Awareness – as volunteers, donors and readers - and help us explore answers to "What can we do about food waste in San Diego?" Share your thoughts and ideas here.

Wednesdays through Oct. 26 | 10:30-11:30 | Linder Hall & Zoom | RSVP for Zoom invite

Rev. Trudy Robinson begins with “Money Talks.” A five-week discussion on money. As one of the most important factors in life, money matters. Some have said Jesus spoke more about money than just about anything. What did he say? What did the Jewish tradition out of which Jesus comes, say about money. It might surprise you. It will bless you.

Show your spirit of hospitality by signing up to pay for donuts on the easel in Linder Lounge on Sundays, or email Demmie or Linda. You may also donate to a fund to purchase donuts, link below, or send a check to the church with “Sunday donuts” in the memo.  

Altar Flowers  

Donating altar flowers on Sunday is a way to recognize significant events in your family’s life.  Bouquets are $65 each and anyone can donate one or two bouquets. If you are interested, please contact Demmie Divine in the church office about available dates. 

Sunday, Oct. 9 | 10:30 -11:30 AM | The Cove and High School Rm. | RSVP by 10/7

Keeping our children safe online can be overwhelming because technology changes so rapidly. Please join the San Diego Police Foundation as they offer two in-person presentations about online safety: One aimed at parents and another presentation offered to high schoolers. In these presentations, both parents and high schools will be educated on how to make safe choices online, recognize cyber predators and understand how to navigate cyber bullying. Parent presentation will be held in the Cove. High school presentation will be held in the High School Room. Masks are encouraged.

Kids First will remain after the Children’s Time at the 9 AM service until 10 AM. Students First will meet from 10:30 - 11:30 AM.  We encourage children to sign up to be acolytes and students to volunteer to serve as liturgists for either worship services. NO SUNDAY SCHOOL on any 5th Sunday of the month, when children and youth are encouraged to worship in the sanctuary with their families. Email Dir. of Discipleship for Children & Youth, Kenton Reaves Hundley, for more info.

Anyone in special need of prayer is an appropriate recipient of a prayer quilt. We pray for one another in times of illness, injury, or sorrow. We also pray for them at times of great change or transition in their lives. Anyone can request a quilt for another person. We refer to the requester as the quilt’s sponsor. To sponsor a prayer quilt for someone in need of prayer, be sure to ask for their agreement to be a recipient. Ask them what prayers they need. Learn more about the Prayers & Squares Quilt Ministry here and please fill out the online request form. 

Our Stephen Ministers are ready to listen, care, encourage, and provide emotional and spiritual support. You'll meet privately—by phone, video chat, or in person—for care and support. Information: email Pastor Tamara.

Deaths: Check our website for weekly updates regarding deaths, memorial services and funerals.

Contact Jason Tucker with your questions about giving and tithing to First Church.

9/26, Sunday in-person services (Mission Valley 9 AM, Ocean Beach 10 AM)

9/26, Sunday 9 AM live-streamed service

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