 The Conference Office is saddened to report the death of the Rev. Frank Adamson, age 98, on October 27, 2019. No memorial service will be held, at Frank's request. Frank is survived by his daughters Mary Anne and Charlotte, four grandsons, four great-grandchildren, and many other family and friends. Frank graduated from Pacific School of Religion and was ordained in 1954. He served Sycamore Congregational Church in Oakland and later El Cerrito for 12 years before going back to school for a Ph. D and becoming a psychologist and family counselor. Read the full obituary HERE. We thank God for the life and work of Frank Adamson. |
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The Conference Office is saddened to report the death of the Rev. Paul  Telfer, age 80, on October 28, 2019. A memorial service is being planned; details to follow. Paul is survived by his sons Paul and Greg and daughter Michelle and their families. Paul graduated from Andover Newton Theological School and was ordained in 1964. He served as an Air Force chaplain for 12 years in Mississippi, Labrador, South Korea, and Merced. After the Air Force Paul moved to Northern California and served as called pastor at FCC Oroville, Sacramento Sierra Arden, Little Brown Church of Sunol, and FCC Oakland; then as an interim pastor at FCC Santa Rosa, Almaden Valley San Jose, Kenwood Community, and FCC Porterville. Paul also served the Pension Boards for a year and was always active in the Conference. We thank God for the life and work of Paul Telfer.
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United Against Hate Week
Brought to you by: Niles Discovery Church
Join the Tri-City Interfaith Council, Compassionate Fremont, and several other community organizations and faith groups in any or all of the five events being held November 18-25 as part of our participation in Bay Area United Against Hate Week. You can read the details HERE.
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United Black Christian Sunday
Brought to you by: United Church of Christians
Founded in 1970 the United Black Christians (UBC) is an officially recognized ministry with voice and vote of the United Church of Christ. Our theme "A strong past and a stronger future" points to affirming our roots of protesting against the dehumanization of African people here in the States and abroad, supporting General Synod Resolutions on Economic Justice, Dismantling the New Jim Crow and Dismantling Discriminatory Systems of Mass Incarceration. The United Church of Christians board hopes that you will celebrate the ministry of the UBC on Sunday November 24, 2019. You can find the Litany and a brochure on the rich history of this organization.
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World Toilet Day November 19
Brought to you by: Global Ministries
Did you know that more people in the world have a cellphone than have a toilet? Sanitation is a global development priority. For many people the lack of access to improved sanitation means an increased risk of chronic diarrhea and intestinal diseases, which in turn leads to malnutrition. Long-term malnutrition contributes to stunted physical growth and brain development. In contrast, when communities have access to toilets and improved sanitation, the incidence of poor nutrition decreases and community health improves! Find more information HERE.
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ASSOCIATION EVENTS
Nov. 17 Installation Service for Elizabeth Robinson, Orinda Community Church, 10 Irwin Way, Orinda.
Nov. 17 Installation Service for Leslie Taylor, 3PM - 7 PM, First Christian Church of Concord, 3039 Willow Pass Road, Concord.
Nov. 23 Golden Gate Association Fall Meeting 10 AM - 2PM, Wellspring Church, 1255 Fulton Rd., Santa Rosa. View the Bylaws HERE.
Jan. 26 Installation Service for T'Shala Auroralaia, 2 PM, La Selva Beach Community, 26 Florido Ave., La Selva Beach.
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REGISTRATION
Mid Winter - January 18-20, 2020
Feb Camp - February 15-17, 2020
Annual Gathering - June 18-20, 2020
Annual Gathering Youth Stewards Application - June 18-20, 2020
National Youth Event (Youth) - July 21-26, 2020
National Youth Event (Adult Chaperone) - July 21-26, 2020
Caz You and Me Adult - July 10-12, 2020
Caz You and Me Child - July 10-12, 2020
Caz Junior - July 26 - August 1, 2020
Caz Jr. High - July 19-25, 2020
Caz. Sr High - July 12- 18, 2020
Caz Community Adult - August 7-9, 2020
Caz Community Child - August 7-9, 2020
CAZ CIT application - July 26 - August 1, 2020
Tam Junior - July 12-18, 2020
Tam Jr. High - July 19-25, 2020
Tam Sr. High - July 26 - August 1, 2020
Tam CIT application - July 12-18, 2020
For Churches giving campership to their members: request Campership Discount codes for your church HERE.
Worker Justice is Climate Justice Webinar - Nov 14, 2019
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