Trevor Project Ally Training
Sunday, Oct. 9 | 12 - 1:30 PM | Mission Valley, Linder Hall | Free lecture. Optional lunch:$15 | Free Childcare
We are excited to welcome Penelope French from the Trevor Project as they offer our church and community an Ally Training. 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
A simple lunch will be offered before the training, and we hope to have many people participate both from our multi-site church and as a resource to the broader San Diego community. Don't miss this important event. RSVP today!
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2023 STEWARDSHIP CAMPAIGN |
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Hope Sparks Stewardship Campaign Begins
September 25 & State of the Church Presentations
On Sunday, September 25, we will kick off our 2023 Stewardship Campaign, “Hope Sparks”. Make sure to tune in to worship as we celebrate the work we’ve accomplished in our ministries this year, while we look ahead to the work our hope is sparking for the coming year. Join us after worship in the OB Sanctuary on October 16, for a State of the Church presentation. We’ll have updates on Small Groups, Dream School of the Arts, Racial Justice Ministries, and of course our Affordable Housing project!
We look forward to celebrating the generosity of all our givers and all of you who make our ministries possible.
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OB Emergency Food Bank
OBEFI needs donations of bottled water, canned soup, peanut butter, canned tuna, and new or gently used unisex adult socks. You may bring the items to the church on Sunday mornings. Monetary donations are also greatly appreciated. Click the button below to donate to the food ministry in OB.
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San Diego School of Christian Studies (SDSCS) Returns
Fall 2022 & Spring 2023 Curriculum: Who Is My Neighbor?
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Join us for the first lecture in the series:
Who is my Neighbor: A Global Perspective
Who is inside the sacred circle, and who is out? And who gets to decide? How do various religions, philosophies, and wisdom traditions frame these vital questions? Join us as we explore this ancient and timely challenge.
Speaker: Professor Peter Bolland
Saturday, September 24, 2022
10:30 AM - 12 noon | Mission Valley Campus, Linder Hall | Last day to RSVP is today 9/22
Following the FREE presentation, you are invited to stay for optional lunch ($12) and conversation.
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SDSCS relies on funding from sponsorships and donations. Become a sponsor today! |
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Craft Theology
Saturday, September 24 | 2-4 PM | OB Beans, 4879 Newport Ave, 92107 | RSVP by 9/23
Craft Theology is small-batch, handcrafted discussion about God, spirituality and the craft of life. Our conversation brews from the unique ingredients brought by each person who shows up. All viewpoints are welcome: heretics, skeptics, mystics, the God-curious, and none-of-the-above.
Please plan to buy a food or drinks to thank our hosts. Our discussion will be led by John McAteer, PhD in Philosophy. We will meet on the back patio. Bring a friend or two! Please contact Stasi with any questions.
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2022 Women's Retreat - Seasons of Grace
Saturday, October 1 | 8:15 AM - 4 PM | Mission Valley Campus, Linder Hall | $40 including lunch and refreshments. Free child care
There are unexpected joys and sorrows, blessings and loss through all the stages of our lives. But how do we face these changing seasons with a pilgrim’s heart? How do we seek God’s grace and transforming presence in the midst of change?
Explore the possibilities for grace in every season of your life with our wonderful speakers, Pastors Lea Booth, Molly Vetter, and Cindy Arntson.
There will be time for fellowship, music and activities, and small group discussions. Enjoy a continental breakfast and lunch with your sisters in Christ.
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Understanding Alzheimers' Disease
Wednesday 28 (last session of this three-part class)
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM | Mission Valley Campus, Linder Lounge | Free | RSVP
Refreshments will be available, or you are welcome to bring your own lunch. If you can't attend in person, join us via Zoom.
Join the New Life Counseling Center and The San Diego Alzheimer’s Association for the second class in this 3-part series to educate you on Alzheimer’s Disease and how you can help a loved one who may be struggling.
- Wednesday, 9/28: Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body
Presentations and Q&A will be held in Linder Lounge. Please wear a mask.
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"HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE" SURVEY |
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Shape the Future of First Church
Dear Members and Friends,
Tell us how God is working in your life, how you live in faith and serve others, and what you need from the church! Take this quick 5-minutes survey by clicking the red button below the video message. Your input is important!
Thank you in advance.
Rev. Trudy
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In lieu of Sunday School, a table in the back of the sanctuary is provided with board games, coloring sheets, and activities for kids. We love to have your little ones join us in worship, and please don't ever worry about them making a joyful noise!
I will soon be announcing new plans for our youth group, so stay tuned -- and be thinking of young friends or family you may wish to invite into our community.
Your partner in discipling our kids,
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Thank you to all who attended the 24th Annual Pier Pancake Breakfast last Saturday!
There were 16 Water's Edge friends gathered to share in fellowship with each other and with our friends from the OB Community. A wonderful time was had by all, and we are looking forward to gathering with you again, on the Pier in 2023! See more pictures here
Brenda
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Conversations
Sundays | 8:55 AM | Ongoing In-person AND Zoom
"Mental Health and Faith" is the topic for 2022. Join us in the OB's Social Hall where we are meeting in-person, masked and safe-distanced. You can still join us online via Zoom. Please RSVP here.
Monday Night Christian Book Club
Mondays | 7-8 PM | Zoom
Prayers of the People
Wednesdays | 9:30 AM
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WORSHIP IN-PERSON & ONLINE |
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Mask-wearing for indoor church activities is not required although strongly recommended.
This Sunday, Rev. Brittany, Juliette Hanlin will preach from the Wesley pulpit in Mission Valley at the 9 and 11 AM services, and we will be able to watch the recording of the 9 AM service on big screens in the OB Sanctuary at our regular worship time at 10 AM.
10 AM | SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP | OB Sanctuary | In-person and live-streamed | Praise Music | Childcare | Masks are required
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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