Rose City Park UMC Announcements

November 09, 2008

• The All Church Conference is today, Sunday, November 9th ,at 5:00 pm in the parlor. District Superintendent, Rev. Bonnie Parr-Philipson will lead us in our annual look at our ministry and as we look ahead to 2009. All are welcome to pick-up a copy of the All-Church Conference report that you'll find in the Narthex and attend the meeting.
• "The Story-Tellin' Man" Musical! We're putting on a musical about the Parables of Jesus! The performance is today, November 9th, in Youngson Hall ,at 10:00 am followed by a party in room 2. There will be something for every child/youth to participate. It is never too late to come be a part of this fun activity. Everyone is welcome at any time!
• Neighborhood newsletter stuffing is this Tuesday, 11/11, at 10:00 am. If you are able to assist, please just show up in room 202.
• The congregation is invited to a story-telling and memorial for Martha Reha, sister of Margaret Campbell, on Sunday, November 16th after the second service in the Chapel. It will take about an hour and there is no need to bring anything. Your presence will be a gift to both of us.
• Men's Retreat is this weekend, November 14 -16. This is an invitation to the men of the church to come to Manzanita, on the Oregon coast, where we have been graciously been given two homes for our use. Jack and Ruth Ball , and Janell and David Collier are our hosts. The cost will be $25.00 which will provide for the food for six meals. We'll car pool down on the Friday, and have a wonderful time enjoying the company of God and each other. There will be three times for programs and worship on Sunday morning.
• Michael Allen Harrison piano concert is Thursday, November 20th at 7:00 pm. It has been several years since we have had the privilege of hosting this concert for Human Solution/Daybreak Shelter Network. The donations received go directly to assist with the expenses of maintaining this local outreach program of our church. As hosts we will be providing coffee, tea and cookies at intermission time and we encourage you to help us by bringing cookies to church on the preceding Sunday , November 16th; (leave in the Narthex). Thank you for your assistance.
• Communion Class begins 11/30 at 10:00 am in room 208! All 2nd grade students (and any 3rd grade students who missed last year) are invited! Then on Sunday, December 7th, the class will take communion together and then help Reverend Tate serve the congregation.
• The United Methodist Women (UMW) Christmas Tea is being held on December 6th! All God's creatures Great and Small, the Lord God Made them All. The ClevelandAires will provide a wonderful musical program. Time to start making plans for this annual event. Tickets will go on sale October 25th. The price is $10.00. Come join the festivities and invite some friends. This is a wonderful way to start the Advent Season. If you have any questions, please contact Betty Gardiner.
• Come and share in an adventure this Christmas time beginning November 30th as we take a most revealing look at the Christmas stories in a new book, "The First Christmas." "In the 'The First Christmas,' two of today's top Jesus scholars, Marcus Borg and John Dominic Crossan, join forces to show how history has biased our reading of the Nativity story as it appears in the gospels of Matthew and Luke...here they explore the beginning of the life of Christ, peeling away the sentimentalism that has built up over the last two thousand years around this most well know of all stories to reveal the truth of what the gospels actually say. Borg and Crossan help us to see this well-known narrative afresh by answering the question, 'What do these stories mean?' in the context of both the first century and the twenty-first century. They successfully show that the Christmas story, read in its original context , is far richer and more challenging than people imagine. The public is invited to share in this exciting, enrich journey of faith.
• The Church Council meetings are always open to RCP members. At our next meeting on 11/25 at 7:00 pm in the Holman Music room, a portion of the meeting will be set aside to hear any input on the projected 2009 program plan and discuss any ideas. The next work session to revisit the program plan for any changes is 12/23 when we will have a better understanding of the results of our pledge drive. The Church Council may be contacted with written feedback on the projected 2009 program plan. Please put your ideas in the Church Council mail slot.
• Portland's "Singing Christmas Tree: is Nov. 28, 29, 30, Dec. 4, 5, 6 at the Keller Auditorium. Tickets starting at $12, are on sale now via www.singingchristmastree.org or call 503-557-8733. Group discounts are available.

November 02, 2008

• All Church Conference is next Sunday, November 9th ,at 5:00 pm in the parlor. District superintendent, Rev. Bonnie Parr-Philipson will lead us in our annual look at our ministry and as we look ahead to 2009. All are invited to attend.
• Neighborhood newsletter articles are due to Patricia Holman today, 11/2. The stuffing is Tuesday, 11/11, at 10:00 am. If you are able to assist, please just show up in room 202.
• "The Story-tellin' Man": We're putting on a musical! Our costumes will be tie-dyed T-shirts. Please send a white cotton T-shirt with your child/youth by October 12th. Dress rehearsal is in Youngson Hall today from 9:15 to 1j0:45. The performance will be in Youngson Hall on November 9th at 10:00 am followed by a party in room 2. There will be something for every child/youth to participate. It is never too late to come be a part of this fun activity. Everyone is welcome at any time!
• "Invitation to Psalms" by Michael Jinkins! Protestant Reformer, John Calvin, called the Psalms "Anatomy of all the Parts of the Soul". This discussion will invite you to engage the Psalms at the deepest levels of your heart. Please refer to the Apostolate newsletter for the list of chapters that will be covered. This group meets on Thursdays at 7:00 pm in the Holman Music Room. It runs for 10 weeks - ending on November 13th.
• "Faith Link / Social Principles" is a study for use by groups who want to apply their United Methodist beliefs to current faith issues and world events. This group meets every Sunday, at 10:00 am in the parlor. It runs for 12 weeks - ending on November 23rd.
• Men's Retreat is November 14 -16. This is an invitation to the men of the church to come to Manzanita, on the Oregon coast, where we have been graciously been given two homes for our use. Jack and Ruth Ball , and Janell and David Collier are our hosts. The cost will be $25.00 which will provide for the food for six meals. We'll car pool down on the Friday, and have a wonderful time enjoying the company of God and each other. There will be three times for programs and worship on Sunday morning.
• A benefit concert for The Daybreak Shelter featuring Michael Allen Harrison is on November 20th at 7:00 pm at Rose City Park UMC. The cost is free. A suggested donation of $20 will provide emergency shelter, food, and services to a family for one day. For more information visit www.humansolutions.org.
• Communion Class! All 2nd grade students (and any 3rd grade students who missed last year) are invited to a communion class in the Library. The following Sunday December 7th, the class will take communion together and then help Reverend Tom serve the congregation.
• The United Methodist Women (UMW) Christmas Tea is being held on December 6th! All God's creatures Great and Small, the Lord God Made them All. The ClevelandAires will provide a wonderful musical program. Time to start making plans for this annual event. Tickets will go on sale October 25th. The price is $10.00. Come join the festivities and invite some friends. This is a wonderful way to start the Advent Season. If you have any questions, please contact Betty Gardiner.