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THE MID-WEEK BUZZ


Happy Thursday Church!



I hope your week is treating you well. Things have been a bit slow around the church so far this week … of course, now that I confessed that, we will probably start getting loaded. What a great feeling, knowing that our staff here is ready for action when action is called for. I want to especially lift up jazzmine farol (yes, she likes it spelled without capital letters). The music during our communion service was so moving. Indeed, “Lead Me to the Cross,” is a somewhat haunting tune with powerful lyrics. I look forward to us singing this song together soon. Thank you, jazzy for introducing it to us.

We have a special treat coming up Sunday morning. Our guest preacher will be, Kendra Kertson, Brandon’s spouse. Kendra is a gifted speaker and leader. She, along with Brandon, began a student ministry at SDSU. I encourage you, if you have Jr. High or High school family or friends, I know that Kendra’s words will ring true for them. She will be talking about the importance of deep listening and what deep listening can achieve. I am excited to sit and take in her words. It is time for us to hear from a female. I hope you will make plans to be here to support her and to hear a new word from a new voice.

Several of you approached me on Sunday for the lyrics to the chorus we sang at the end of the message, “Finding Leads to Losing,” by Ken Medema. I hope you take a chance and look Ken up on YouTube. His music is amazing and his lyrics are on point. I know you will be blessed by his praise and worship.

“Finding Leads to Losing”

By Ken Medema

Finding leads to losing,

Losing lets you find.

Living leads to dying

Life leads death behind.

Finding leads to losing,

That’s all that I can say.

No one will find life, another way.

The message still rings true, doesn’t it? These words seem to support the idea that has been marinating in my heart lately … The idea that Lent provides us with a season of binary choices. Jesus, as he was tempted in the wilderness after his baptism, was aware of where he stood on so many things. When offered food, fame, fortune, and land from the “evil one,” he immediately, without hesitation replies of course with scripture; scripture that presented the “other side of the coin” Oh that we could be that prepared for our everyday life.

Until Sunday, know that we are empowered to make good choices. The best choices in our lives, are the ones that bring us life, so choose wisely. I love being your pastor.


Holding you close and lifting you high!

Pastor Greg

Music Ministry

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Listening as Worship

Often times our worship and our prayer are very active. We sing, we talk, we set the agenda. When I am not leading the music, I often find myself going into a more contemplative state in worship. I listen to the words; I listen in between the words to hear what God might be saying to me or impressing on my heart. Of course, I’ll also join in with the unified voice at times singing with the congregation. There are many ways to approach worship though and we don’t always need to be doing, or the one’s speaking to make it worship. I think of the story of Mary and Martha and how Jesus affirms Mary for just sitting at his feet.

Maybe in our musical times you aren’t jiving with the style, or you don’t know the song. I encourage you to continue to engage in worship through listening, through contemplation, through enjoying watching others worship. Opening yourself up to God and what God wants to do in you is as much worship as anything you could ever say or sing. It ascribes a certain value to God that words cannot, just as many of us feel more valued when we’re listened to than when we’re talked at.

UPCOMING EVENTS & WEEKLY NEWS

Reminder: Daylight Saving Time


Reminder: Daylight Saving Time begins this Saturday night. Don't forget to set your clocks ahead one hour before you go to bed!

Today Thursday, March.7!

“The Secret Message of Jesus” by Brian Mclaren

Lenten Book study

Began February 22nd. 11:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.


For Lent this year, Pastor Greg will offer a book study on, “The Secret Message of Jesus,” by Brian McLaren. This will be a fascinating look at how one of our leading progressive Theologians look at the life, words and actions of Jesus. Order your book today. I encourage you to not read ahead, but by sections with your group. Click on the ink below for a place to order:


https://www.amazon.com/Secret-Message-Jesus-Uncovering-Everything/dp/B002VBAXR6/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3I00337P8XIGE&keywords=the+secret+message+of+jesus&qid=1706727999&sprefix=the+secret+message%2Caps%2C176&sr=8-1

NEW!

GOOD FRIDAY OBSERVANCE

March 29, 2024

6pm


Many of you will remember that last year we observed Good Friday, worshiping with our sister churches, The First Congregational Church of Escondido and The First Congregational Church of Ramona. They made the trip here with great representation. We are gathering again this year; however, we will be worshiping at the Escondido church.


Three congregations, one blessed evening together. It will be a night you do not want to miss. In preparing for this “field trip” north, we are looking for at least 5 folks who can act as chauffeurs. We will carpool from the church together. If you would be willing to be a driver, please let Pastor Greg know. I am hoping that we have as healthy a representation with them, as they did with us. Plan now to complete your preparation for resurrection.

Strike a Pose and Say Cheese!


I will continue to ask you after worship for a quick capture!- Julie


The Church will be updating our member photo board! Starting. Julie Hume will be in charge of capturing a terrific photo of you and your family after Church on Sundays. We have so many great smiles in our congregation, let us make them shine!

The Outreach Ministry!

New!

From Outreach!


This month’s Basket will be a collection of monetary gifts for the organization we work with in Guatemala, Fundamaya. They are a wonderful organization that works with the Mayan population in many ways, primarily through a system of preschools and an elder care community center. They are almost entirely staffed by Mayan members of the community who can identify the biggest needs for the people they serve. In addition to the preschools and senior center, they provide food distribution, funds and transportation for medical care, and vocational education.


Your donations will make a huge difference!


WEEKLY BIRTHDAYS

Who's got an upcoming BIRTHDAY?  


The Community Church of Poway wishes the following members a Happy Birthday. We hope you have a blessed day celebrating YOU! 


Check back next week!

Meetings

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Adult Scripture Review:


Sunday’s following worship in the fireside room!

Email Susan Gurriell

at sgurriell@gmail.com

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Books & More


On March 5, Books and More will start the discussion on The Paris Library, by Janet Skeslein Charles. This book was an instant New York Times, Washington Post, and USA TODAY bestseller—based on the true story of the heroic librarians at the American Library in Paris during World War II—The Paris Library is a moving and unforgettable “ode to the importance of libraries, books, and the human connections we find within both” (Kristin Harmel, New York Times bestselling author).


Books and More meets every Tuesday at 10:00am in the Fireside Room.


All are welcome to join us.

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Centering Prayer:


Tuesdays at 6:30pm

Contact Colleen Clementson at powclem@yahoo.com or on

her cell at 858-663-6584, for the ZOOM invite

Your Favorite Weekly Joke 

Thank you for checking out our BUZZ! Here is what you were waiting for! If you have a favorite joke or any tips to make the BUZZ even better, please send emails to julie@ccpucc.org :)


Joke of the Week:


Why did the melon jump into the lake?

It wanted to be a watermelon…

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