Thursday, January 26, 2023
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Happy Thursday, Congregation!
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
Join us for a WE potluck on February 12, directly following worship. Bring your favorite dish to share as we gather in community. During our time together we will make hygiene kits for the OB Food Bank. Following our fellowship, come over to the sanctuary for a congregational meeting with Rev. Trudy to discuss visioning for our church at 12:30 PM.
We hope to see you there!
As always, I look forward to connecting with you on Sunday! May we continue to hold one another in our thoughts and prayers until we meet again.
Grace and Peace,
Rev. Brittany
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Sankofa Pilgrimage
June 5 - 15, 2023
You are invited to join Rev. Brittany Juliette Hanlin and Rev. Trudy D. Robinson on the Sankofa Pilgrimage. Sankofa is a West African Adinkra symbol and it speaks to what we hope to accomplish. To remember the humanity of all people.
The 10-day pilgrimage takes us South to explore historical sites moving us through history from before the Transatlantic Slave Trade, through Chattel Slavery, Reconstruction, Jim Crow, and the new era of Jim Crow. The pilgrimage will help us examine the correlation between history and theology, how our history informs our current realities, and unpack our own implicit biases.
We hope you will seriously consider the importance of a trip like this for yourself, our church, and the world we are creating. This truly is a pilgrimage as we expect God to appear to us in heart transforming ways and reveal the way to better become God's beloved community.
Prior to embarking on Sankofa pilgrimage, we will prepare ourselves through a weekly study (4/12- 5/24). The study is a pre-requisite for the participants taking part on the pilgrimage and will be held in-person or via Zoom.
HELP FUND A SCHOLARSHIP
If you are interested in supporting those who may not be able to afford the cost, you can help fund a scholarship HERE
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Church as Network" All-church Book Study
Are you ready to take the next step to discover what God is doing in our world?
Thursdays Feb. 9 - March 2
Via Zoom: 3 - 4 PM | RSVP 2/1
In person: 5:30 - 6:30 PM | Linder Lounge, Mission Valley | RSVP 2/1
Two times and two different modes of meeting are being offered: via Zoom on Thursday afternoons: 3 - 4 PM and in person Thursday evenings: 5:30 - 6:30 PM. And if the interest warrants, other times might be added. The book is available online as hardcopy or Kindle. A few copies will also be available for purchase at church. We are looking forward to the conversation. Click buttons below to RSVP by February 1
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Pastor's Bible Study: African American Readings of Paul
Wednesdays, through Feb. 15 | 10:30 - 11:30 AM | Linder Hall, Mission Valley & Zoom | Led by Rev. Brittany
Journey with us as we explore the Pauline epistles and their impact on African Americans. We will explore Paul's influence on culture as both apostle and writer as we dive more deeply into the implications and consequences of his writings in this country. This Bible Study invites us to examine our history and our faith together, as we strive to better become God's beloved community. May we all come to this study with a sense of curiosity as we open our hearts and minds to these new learnings!
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School of Christian Studies
Being Human Takes Practice
Saturday, February 4 | 10:30 AM - 12 noon | Linder Hall, Mission Valley | Opt. Lunch $12 | RSVP by Feb. 1
Speaker Rev. Dr. Carter will have us realize more deeply than ever what it means to be spiritually human with others by diving into the parable of the Good Samaritan told by Jesus. Following the presentation, you are invited to stay for optional lunch and conversation. If you need help registering, please call the church office: 619-297-4366 x100
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Craft Theology
Saturday, Jan. 28 | 2 - 4 PM | OB Brewery, 5041 Newport Ave. OB
Craft Theology is small-batch, handcrafted discussion about God, spirituality and the craft of life. We gather at a local pub for good beer, honest dialogue, and friendly debate. All viewpoints are welcome: heretics, skeptics, mystics, the God-curious, and none-of-the-above. Please plan to thank our hosts by making a purchase. Our discussion will be led by John McAteer, PhD in Philosophy. Bring a friend or two! Please contact Stasi with any questions.
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Wellness Series: Self-defense
In 2023, we kick off our Wellness Series for youth and young adults. On the fourth Sunday of every month, come to learn and practice self-care and improvement. January 29 will be our first session: Physical Wellness. We will learn self-defense from our neighborhood jiu jitsu teacher, Raquel Regno Cusi, at The Stronghold in Point Loma.
Teens from Water's Edge and the surrounding community, as well as parents and young adults, are all welcome to attend. This is a great opportunity to strengthen the body God gave you!
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Students 1st Winter Retreat
Friday, Feb. 17 - Monday, Feb. 20 | $150/student (sibling groups and friends are $100 each)
Included in the cost: Room and board, food, travel cost and snow tubing. Join Rev. Trudy and Mr. Kenton at Students 1st 2023 Winter Retreat to Big Bear. We'll get away to the mountains and take a deep dive into understanding how to interpret, embrace and embody The Beatitudes from The Sermon on the Mount in a new way.
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WEEKLY GATHERING IN-PERSON & ZOOM
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Conversations
Sundays | 8:55 AM | In-person AND Zoom
We are starting 2023 with a reflection on John's Gospel and how his writings touch on the issues we deal with in our lives and our relationships, written by Dr. Bill Stephenson. Welcome to join us for discussion and conversation any time.
Monday Night Christian Book Club
Mondays | 7-8 PM | Zoom
Prayers of the People
Wednesdays | 9:30 AM
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MLK Jr. Day of Service - New Date!
Monday, Feb. 20 | 9 AM - 12 PM | Balboa Park | More
Since our original day of service got cancelled due to the rain, we got a NEW DATE! Join us 2/20 for a morning of hands-on interfaith community service. Families and all ages are welcome to participate together on this day of community-work, fellowship and fun.
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WORSHIP IN-PERSON & ONLINE
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Mask-wearing for indoor church activities is not required although strongly recommended.
Rev. Brittany Juliette Hanlin
10 AM | SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP | OB Sanctuary | In-person and live-streamed | Praise Music | Childcare | Masks are recommended
from Ocean Beach Sanctuary every Sunday on Water's Edge own YouTube Channel.
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How to give
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Give online using your credit or debit card. Gifts can be one-time or automatically recurring each week or month, however you’d like.
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TEXT to Give. Just text MYCHURCHGIFT to 73256 and see how easy it can be!
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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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Rev. Brittany Juliette Hanlin
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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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