This Sunday at Elim:
February 3
Worship Services
9:00 a.m. and 10:40 a.m
- Scripture: Matthew 6:7-21, 25-34
- Meditation: '"Intents and Purposes"
Sunday at Elim
9:00 a.m. Worship
10:00 a.m. Sunday School—upstairs in Rooms 6 and 10
10:05 a.m. Adult Forum—Never Enough Time— Choir Room (Adult Forum is open to all)
10:40 a.m. Worship
Second Mile Giving: Mexico Mission Trip
“Second-mile giving” refers to an extra offering toward a special cause. Our second mile giving for February goes to the Mexico Mission Trip. For 30 years we have been partnering with Amor Ministries to build homes and hope in Mexico.
Sunday School
10 a.m., Upstairs, Rooms 6 (Little Lambs/Preschool—2nd) and 10 (Classroom X/3rd—6th)
Sunday School takes place between worship services from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. Join us for fun and exploration!
Children attending the 9 a.m. service will be dismissed after the Blessing and will be escorted to Sunday School. Parents can pick them up at 10:45 in Room 10 upstairs.
Children attending the 10:40 a.m. service can be dropped off at 10 a.m. directly at Room 10 and will be brought to worship after announcements.
Crafter’s Valentines Pop-Up Sales
THIS Sunday February 3 and next Sunday, February 10, Elim Fellowship Hall
Prepare to shop! The Crafters’ Valentine’s Pop-up Sale takes place before and after both services in the Fellowship Hall on the first two Sundays in February. Shop early to score that perfect valentine gift for each friend, your sweetie, and you, in exchange for your donation. Donations will go to support Ben Barnes’ trip to the base camp of Mt. Everest in support of the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.
R3 Donut Sales!
Need extra energy for your Sunday activities? Craving a maple bar or chocolate old-fashioned? You’re in luck! R3 donut sales continue in the Fellowship Hall between services.
Adult Forum, “Never Enough Time”
THIS Sunday, February 3 at 10:00 a.m.
Most of us struggle with “time famine”—the feeling of never having enough time. No matter our situation, most of us have the feeling there is always more required of us than can be accomplished in the time available. This adult forum is using the book Never Enough Time, by Rev. Donna Schaper to help us think through the practical and spiritual elements of our time famine and aim for a feast.
Check out the church calendar and print out your own copy to post at home. CALENDAR
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2018 Giving Statements Update
The corrected 2018 Giving Statements were mailed or emailed this week. If you have any questions, please contact Richard Maxon or call the church office at 762-4081.
Aebleskeiver Breakfast Postponed
The Aebleskiver Breakfast has been postponed until a later month. If you are interested in helping plan the event, please contact Carol Mayo. Look for an update soon!
Grant Application Deadline, March 7
The Endowment Committee's next meeting will be March 11. If you or a non-profit would like to apply for a grant, please take an application from the Endowment Box (in the Welcome Area) or apply online at elimpetaluma.org/grant before March 7. If you have any questions, please contact Endowment Chair, Laine Gen.
We can award grants to projects within the church or to non-profits for the following causes: outreach into the community; Educational projects within our church such as “God’s Work, Our Hands” and the Reformation dinner; Outreach of faith to support churches worldwide or care for the faithful (such as support of the New Life Band's school in Tanzania); Enhancements to Worship; Facility modifications; or Response to Disasters, such as last year's fires.
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| MONDAY 2/4 |
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| TUESDAY 2/5 |
Exploring the Story Bible Study
7:00 p.m., Choir Room
Worship Team Rehearsal
7:30 p.m., Sanctuary |
| WEDNESDAY 2/6 |
Chancel Choir
5:30 p.m., Choir Room |
| THURSDAY 2/7 |
Westside Interfaith Food Pantry
5:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
St. Vincent’s Parish hosts.
Please arrive at 4 p.m. to volunteer.
Waves of Grace
7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. |
| FRIDAY 2/8 |
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| SATURDAY 2/9 |
Men’s Ministry Breakfast
8:00 a.m., Kitchen
Crafters Brunch Bunch
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Room 1 |
| SUNDAY 2/10 |
Crafters Valentine’s Pop-Up Sale
8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Fellowship Hall
Worship: 9:00 a.m. & 10:40 a.m.
Sunday School 10:00 a.m., upstairs
Adult Forum, “Never Enough Time”
10:05 a.m., Choir Room |
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Andy Christiansen |
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Grace Martinez |
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Bettie Finkbohner |
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Lucas Prime |
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Mary Wyrick |
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Larell Fineren |
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Karen West |
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Kathy Reinhard |
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Cynthia Griffith |
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Steve Tasselmyer |
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Anita Kelly |
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John Scott |
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Leadership Team Hosted Luncheon and Visitation Discussion
Sunday, February 10 at noon
Please join Elim’s Leadership Team for a spaghetti lunch and a visitation-focused conversation, with the goal of organizing a visitation ministry to ensure that we are providing loving visitation, prayers, and communion for all those in our church community who need and desire this ministry.
A Thank You
To Elim friends,
On behalf of the Lynda Smith family and myself, I would like to thank Elim for all the prayers, support, sympathy cards and the prayer shawls! Lynda‘s celebration of life exceeded all of our expectations thanks to the talents of Cathe Kiler, Laila Schoenlein, the Waves of Grace band, Worship Team and the joint choir of Elim Festival and Chorale participants. A special thank you to Pastor Patrick for his support at the hospital and easing us through this whole process and to Kimberly Richardson for her beautiful photo tribute and Barb Villa for doing a lovely bulletin for the service. Our hearts are warmed and our grief lessened by this tremendous community and the love we felt from so many!!
In grateful appreciation,
Kris Hermanson
Christmas Card Crafting
Do you have beautiful Christmas cards that you prefer not to discard? Bring the fronts to church and place them in the box in the welcome area. They will be re-purposed into crafts! Contact Amy York with any questions.
Volunteers Needed!
- Waves of Grace is looking for singers and instrumentalists to perform occasionally at the 10:40 am service. With the new weekly format, we would love to dip into the Elim talent pool. Practices are on Thursday nights from 7-9 pm. Please contact Nathan Widger or Cathe Kiler.
- The Westside Interfaith Food Pantry is seeking an Elim volunteer to provide weekly Thursday onsite support to our pantry partners.
If you can help please email the Office.
Speaking of volunteering...we have a special page on our website for anyone who wants to volunteer: elimpetaluma.org/volunteer We are looking forward to hearing from you!
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LOCAL AND GLOBAL COMMUNITY
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Girl Scout Cookie Sales
February 3, Elim Fellowship Hall
Girl Scout Troop 10837, the same Troop that brought the Little Free Library to Elim, will be selling Girl Scout Cookies between the services on February 3. No waiting for delivery! Boxed cookies will be on hand during the sale. Cash, check or credit card are welcome. Direct your questions by text/call to Jenifer Inden, Troop Leader 707-364-7706, or Don Bent, GS Lifetime Member, 707-772-7792.
Super Bowl Football Pool! by Ben Barnes
For The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Team in Training
Collecting until Saturday, February 2
I have been raising money for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS) for ten years, mostly by walking half marathons (13.1 miles). This year I've found a new challenge - a trek to the base camp of Mt. Everest in March!
In addition to my training, I am raising money for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. This month I am doing a Super Bowl Football Pool. If you would like to purchase one or more squares for $20 each, please see me at church or give me a call at 707-480-2204. Prizes are $200 after first quarter, $200 at half-time, $200 after third quarter, and $400 for the winning final score.
Thanks for your interest, prayers and support.
Ben Barnes
Petaluma Valentine’s Day Bubbles & Bonbons for Bounty
A Benefit Concert with Bonnie Brooks & John Simon
Thursday, February 14th from 6:30 to 9:30 pm at Hotel Petaluma
Announcing Bubbles and Bonbons for Bounty, a benefit concert and reception for Petaluma Bounty on Thursday, February 14th from 6:30 to 9:30 pm at Hotel Petaluma, 205 Kentucky St. in downtown Petaluma.
Tickets are available on a sliding scale from $35 to $75 for an evening of delectable desserts, sparkling and fine wines, non-alcoholic beverages, and live music. Dancing and romancing is smiled upon but not necessary to celebrate your love for community on St. Valentine’s Day.
A limited number of advanced tickets are available online at bountybubbles.bpt.me and at the door. Proceeds will support Petaluma Bounty's programs and mission to make healthy food available to everyone through access, education, engagement, and empowerment.
50th Anniversary Celebration at Cross and Crown Lutheran Church
Saturday, February 23, at 1:00 p.m., 5475 Snyder Lane, Rohnert Park
On Saturday, February 23 Cross and Crown Lutheran Church in Rohnert Park will celebrate its 50th anniversary at a 1:00 p.m. worship service followed by an Open House.
It is our hope that if you were a pastor, intern or previous member of the congregation you will come join us in the celebration. If you are unable to attend we would love you to send an email or letter with your favorite memories of your time at Cross and Crown. Please email by February 15th or write to the church at 5475 Snyder Lane, Rohnert Park, CA 94928.
Pet Loss Support Group - February 2019
An eight-week Pet Loss Support Group will begin in February at Memorial Hospice in Santa Rosa. The group will provide a supportive space where people can share their varied experiences of grief and honor the loss of a companion animal.
Pre-registration is required; please contact Gina Carini at 707-568-1094 for more information and to register.
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Contact Us
OFFICE HOURS — Mon.—Thurs., 9 a.m. to noon; and from noon to 2 p.m. by appointment
Phone: (707) 762-4081 Address: 504 Baker Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
Check out our website: www.elimpetaluma.org
Main email address: office@elimpetaluma.org (for prayers, articles, information)
Barb Villa, Bulletin Production & Ministry Scheduler
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