Coming Events

The following information is from the most recent edition of the Outlook newsletter, the official weekly publication of First United Methodist Church of San Diego, and was last updated on Monday June 29, 2009 .

Action-packed VBS “Camp E.D.G.E.” July 20-24

This year’s July 20-24 vacation bible school theme is “Camp E.D.G.E.” – Experience and Discover God Everywhere!

At Camp E.D.G.E., kids ages four through fourth grade will learn that God guides, loves, and sends them into mission. It’s an action-packed “expedition” teaching kids that strength comes from God. Rockin’ music, larger-than-life games, mind-boggling science, extreme sports videos, and cool crafts will show kids how to live in their faith.

Register now for $25 for each child. Pre-care starts at 8 a.m. and after-care is offered from noon until 5:30 p.m. for $15 per child/per day. Register at www.fumcsd.org/vbs.

First Church Youth Ministry “Practicing What You Preach”
summer series workshops start this Sunday

The First Church Youth Ministry is offering a series of workships on Sundays entitled “Practicing what you Preach” and will explore music with the Water’s Edge Music Team, drama, visual arts as well as fun community-building games and lunch together.

The workshops are for all youth grades 6-12 and start this Sunday, July 5 at 10:30 a.m. Cost for the program is $20 and scholoarships are available. On the last Sunday, August 23, workshop participants will lead the worship at Water’s Edge.

Join the fun on Sunday as we kick off this series. For the complete schedule or more information visit www.fumcsd.org/youth or contact Randal Newton at newton@fumcsd.org or 619-297-4366, ext. 118.

Sample “A Taste of ChristCare” Monday, June 29

Treat yourself to dessert and coffee while learning about the new ChristCare small groups on Monday, June 29, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in Linder Lounge.

Group leaders, and some current members, will be on hand to answer your questions and to lead brief versions of the ChristCare small group experience. By participating in these small groups, you get “A Taste of ChristCare.”

You may now choose from a Fashion Valley neighbors group; a trust-building group for women; a book-based study group; a worship environment group and more.

ChristCare meetings include 1) Community Building (caring and sharing); 2) Biblical Equipping (applying scripture to life); 3) Prayer, and 4) Helping Others as the group sees fit.

Mark your calendar for this fun event! For more information, contact Mary Allman-Boyle (619) 297-4366 or MaryAllmanBoyle@fumcsd.org.

First Monday Potluck speaker: George Mitrovich

First Monday Potluck welcomes guest speaker, George Mitrovich, on Monday, July 6 at 6:00 p.m. in Linder Lounge.

George's topic will be "The Boys of Too Many Summers: Baseball & the American Spirit."

George Mitrovich is founder and president of the City Club of San Diego, a non-partisan public interest forum presenting leading speakers in politics, industry, media, military, and religion.

All are invited, reservations are never necessary. Just come and bring a pizza, salad, dessert, drink, or other item to share.

Holy Land Ministry interfaith event at First Church:
Message of Hope and Book Signing on July 13

The Holy Land Ministry at First Church will host a community-wide interfaith event on Monday, July 13 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in Linder Hall. The program will feature Reverend Dr. Naim Ateek, Founder of Sabeel - Jerusalem, who will offer a “Message of Hope” and a signing of his book A Palestinian Christian Cry for Reconciliation.

Reverend Ateek is an ordained Episcopal priest and former canon of St. Georges’s Cathederal, Jerusalem. He began his ministry in Galilee, received his Masters of Divinity from U.C. Berkeley and his Doctorate from San Francisco Theological Seminary.

Rev. Ateek founded Sabeel – an international peace movement initiated by Palestinian Christians in the Holy Land who seek a just peace as defined by international law and existing United Nations resolutions. Rev. Ateek promotes theological, moral, legal and non-violent principles.

“Continue Shaping Your Family” class
5-week study with Rev. Greg LaDue and Rev. Elbert Kim
July 19 - Aug. 16 at 11:00 a.m. in Linder Lounge

Study how we parent and mate as we look at the systems that underlie our family relationships. Rev. Greg LaDue of our New Life Counseling Center will explain family dynamics from a systems perspective and use Biblical references to illustrate the concepts. Continuation of the “Shaping Your Family’s Future” class, though first class is not required.

Free registration! Free child care! Sign up now at no obligation.

4-week class for those grieving starts July 19

Starting Sunday, July 19 at 11 a.m., the church will sponsor a course, “Journey through Grief,” for those who are grieving over the loss of someone who was close to them. Four one-hour sessions are planned.

Rev. Jim Mowry will facilitate these sessions. He himself lost his wife of more than 41 years to death in November 2003. We will look at the emotions of sorrow, anger, loneli-ness, sadness, shame, anxiety, and guilt in connection with a loved one’s death.

Phone the Church Office to register, 619-0297-4366. Please feel free to contact Jim at 619-297-4366 or at JMowry@fumcsd.org for more information.

Get ready for the All-Church Picnic Sunday, July 26

The annual All Church Picnic is coming Sunday, July 26. Come to church in casual clothes and head to Admiral Baker Field immediately following the 11:00 a.m. worship service.

Burgers, hot dogs and lemonade will be cooked on-site and provided. You are asked to bring your friends, family and a side dish or dessert.

We need cooks, activity coordinators and general “gofer” help. If you can help in any way please contact Demmie Divine at 619-297-4366 ext. 108 or ddivine@fumcsd.org.