Followers and Citizens
One of my favorite things to do these days is go on walks around my neighborhood. I usually take a morning walk on my own, and an evening walk is an opportunity to go with my family and our dogs. Lately, our daughter Abby has been running ahead and saying, "I'm the leader!" She's delighted to have us follow her on our usual route. We feel a deepening connection to our neighbors and neighborhood as citizens in this beautiful place.
This Sunday, we will be reflecting on who we are as followers and citizens. We are called to be followers of Jesus. We are also citizens of our home country, and invited to be citizens in "God's kingdom," which Jesus teaches about throughout his ministry. In thinking about both of these identities we have, we will hear Jesus' encouragement to let go of worry - a message that sure feels relevant in the times in which we are living! Hear how as followers and citizens we can offer our worries to God and find a Way to move forward, as well as a place to belong and contribute.
I hope you'll join us for worship this Sunday!
Blessings, Jessica
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SAN DIEGO PRIDE 2020
July 11-18
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Light up the Cathedral!
Wednesday, July 15
Revs. Jessica and Trudy are participating virtually in the "Light Up the Cathedral" Interfaith Pride event. Join interfaith leaders, elected officials, and San Diego’s LGBTQ community at this official San Diego Pride 2020 virtual event. To celebrate Pride Week, we will honor our LGBTQ interfaith community and witness virtually the Cathedral’s annual ceremonial rainbow lighting. More San Diego Pride live events
here
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Pastor's Bible Study:
"Praying the Psalms through a Pandemic"
Sundays through July 19
During the study, we will read through the entire book of Psalms in manageable chunks. Our discussions will focus on historical context, how the psalmists see God at work in their lives, and which psalms resonate with our prayers and experiences of struggle today. All are welcome to join in at any time.
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Membership Class:
New Beginnings
Sunday, July 26
Sign up today for this personal conversation with Pastors Trudy Robinson and Jessica Strysko via Zoom. Together we will explore: What does Church membership mean? What is First Church all about? The blessings of company on our Christian journey and the responsibilities of belonging to a community of faith.
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"Conversations"
Wednesdays | 7 PM
You are welcome to join this group for discussion and conversation on various topics. Dr. Bill Stephenson and Curt Goldacker are the primary facilitators.
Water's Edge Children and Youth
Wednesdays | 7 PM
Sundays | 10:45 AM
Prayers of the People
Wednesdays through May 6 | 9:30 AM
If you want to join these online meetings, or have your own small group you'd like help connecting with, please let me know!
Zoom is very simple, and we have great people who can walk you through the steps over the phone if needed. Please don't hesitate to reach out! My e-mail is
revjess@watersedgeob.org
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Eventual Return to OB Campus - Donations Needed!
As we prepare for a safe return to the OB campus, there is much work being done by a Church Council Task Force, members of the Water's Edge Leadership Team, and church staff to get our recently approved plan approved by the Annual Conference. We are also watching the currently rising Covid 19 cases very carefully, and are committed to doing no harm. The likely first step will be small group gatherings of 10 people or less meeting on campus, wearing masks, social distancing, etc. We don't know yet when this will be, but will certainly let you know when the conditions are right.
As we move forward on sanitation plans and preparations, we have a request of you: would you plan to donate
one bottle of hand sanitizer and one carton of sanitizing wipes per person
for our return-to-campus effort? If you are able to do this, we would be incredibly grateful, as ordering these supplies has become very challenging. Again, even though we don't know when small groups can begin meeting on campus, if you are able to have this donation on hand to bring with you when that time comes, we'd be so grateful. If you have any questions, you can e-mail me at
revjess@watersedgeob.org
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Prayers for good health, peace, and for our connection through the power of the Holy Spirit, which continues to sustain us in this season and always.
Blessings,
Jessica
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NEWS FROM MISSION VALLEY CAMPUS
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Pastors Connection on Zoom
Register to attend this opportunity to meet Rev. Dr. Hannah Ka and to enjoy some conversation with her and Rev. Trudy. Bring your questions, hopes, and dreams.
Space is limited to 25 devices
, but feel free to gather any member of your household around that one device.
Please only register one person per household.
The Zoom link will be sent to your email
prior to the event. Please be sure you are using a device with audio and video capabilities, and download Zoom in advance of the event.
Meetings are by Zoom, Sundays, 1:30 - 2:30 PM.
Reserve your spot for the following Sunday afternoon dates by clicking on the links below:
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Opportunity to Support our Food Ministries
Sunday, July 26 | 3:30 - 5: 30 PM | Mission Valley P2
Communion Elements distribution & say hello to Rev. Hannah
If you'd like to swing through the parking lot and say hello to Rev. Hannah, you can do so the next time your pastors are handing out communion elements.
You may also consider bringing some donations with you to support Loaves and Fishes Food Ministry up at Wesley UMC, in addition to the OB Emergency Food Bank housed on our OB campus. Here are some items to consider:
1) Peanut butter
2) Canned tuna
3) Travel/Hotel-sized toiletries, (e.g. wet wipes, hand sanitizer, etc.)
4) Canned ravioli
5) Tube socks
Thank you for your support of these important missions!
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Tips for live-stream worship:
Gather
and
light a candle
to signify the holy presence of Christ.
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Sunday Live-stream Worship
July 12 | 10 AM. | Join Pastor Jessica and Stephanie online this Sunday.
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How to give when the church office is closed and worship is online?
- Give online using your credit or debit card. Gifts can be one-time or automatically recurring each week or month, however you’d like.
- 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.
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Covid-19, Water's Edge & 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 Water's Edge Faith Community.
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Water's Edge Faith Community
Join us on Sundays, at 10 AM
1984 Sunset Cliffs Blvd in Ocean Beach
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