Sunday at DCC: Repentance, Repair & Resurrection

Heads Up!
We had a number of Zoom meetings unintentionally deleted when we updated our Zoom account.
We are providing new Zoom links in today's e-news for:

Parents of Exceptional Kids
Wednesday Prayer and Meditation
Dimensions of Dementia

If you find that your Zoom meeting link is invalid, please contact Deborah Jory
in the church office for a new link. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Sunday Worship Service at 10:30 a.m.
Sunday Service on YouTube at 10:30 a.m.
New Zoom Link: Wednesday Prayer Gathering on Zoom

Sunday Worship Service at 10:30 a.m.
in DCC's Historic Sanctuary
Live-Streamed on the DCC YouTube Channel

Masks are now optional at the 10:30 service. Read more.

Sermon: Rev. Dr. Eunbee Ham
Scripture: John 20:19-29

After Jesus’ death, the disciples found different ways to cope with their grief and trauma. Some went to the tomb to care for the corpse, others needed to check the empty tomb. Some left the city altogether, and others locked themselves in a room. Reflecting on John’s narrative of Jesus’ appearances to the disciples, Pastor Eunbee invites us to wonder where we might find ourselves in this story and what repentance, repair, and resurrection might mean to us this Easter Season.
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Would you enjoy serving as a liturgist on Sundays?

Our liturgists add additional voices to our worship experience at DCC. We can provide a bit of training and would love to have you. Sign up here.
Questions? Please contact Alf Brandt

Congregational Meeting

Session has called a brief congregational meeting right after worship on Sunday, April 16, 2023 to approve updates to Pastor Eunbee’s Terms of Call. All are welcome to attend; church members will be asked to vote on the motion presented.

We will meet in the Sanctuary and via Zoom:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87114925688?pwd=THI2aHROT0NPQ2VoMTFtRm5PZjlxUT09
Meeting ID: 826 9333 6805
By phone: 1 669 900 6833

Note: This is the Zoom Café link. Zoom Café will not meet this week.

JoAnn Diel
Clerk of Session

Sunday School
Sunday at 10:30 a.m.

Children's Ministry COVID Precautions

Discovery Time (DT) is a short in-person Bible story time offered in the Sanctuary during the 10:30 a.m. Sunday service, and is followed by Sunday School. Children attending DT will be asked to follow the same COVID precautions as those attending the service: i.e., full vaccination or testing within 72 hours of events at DCC. Everyone age 2 and over will be required to wear an N95, KN95 or KF94 mask while indoors at Sunday School. We have additional masks of this kind on hand.

For children who do not wish to go into the Sanctuary for DT, or who cannot be vaccinated or test, childcare will be provided outdoors and DT will be available for you to watch from home on the DCC YouTube channel. For all children attending Sunday School or other childcare sessions, please be sure to bring proof of vaccination for your children, or email a photo of their card to kate@dccpres.org.

During childcare for other church events, when children eat, they will eat outdoors unless it is too cold or dark. In these cases, children will eat indoors, socially distanced, with the windows open for ventilation.

Our childcare workers and volunteers are required to be fully vaccinated and masked when indoors, or in close proximity to children.

Kate Boxeth, Minister of Children & Youth

kate@dccpres.org

Parents of Exceptional Kids
Sunday, April 16, 2023, 3 p.m.
Fireside Room or
via Zoom:

New Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88565804393?pwd=blIwV1ZqQ2YwaEVwNzUvbXFBaDZxQT09
Meeting ID: 885 6580 4393
Passcode: Kids123
By Phone: 1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)

When a child is diagnosed with a developmental, behavioral or learning issue, they may feel alone. You are not alone. This group will meet monthly to learn from and support one another in the experience of parenting exceptional kids in a world designed mainly for typical kids.

Facilitator: Noriko Abenojar, M.S.W., P.P.S. has been serving children and adults with developmental, behavioral, and mental health challenges since 1995. She holds a Masters of Social Work degree, with an emphasis in children, youths, and families. She also has a Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) credential in School Social Work.

Noriko’s passion for human service began as a first year undergraduate student at UC Davis when she started working at a group home for adults with developmental disabilities. Read more....

Use the links below to navigate directly to topics of interest.

Announcements

      All in the Family
      Stephen Ministers Available
      Flowers Flowers Everywhere
     Cafe Justo orders for April: due 4/9
     DCC Job Openings
     Prayer Requests
Compassion, Peace & Justice Ministry
   CPJ Contacts: Read to join us?
   New! Shower for the Shelter: 4/22
   New! Interfaith Good Neighbor Team Update
     New! Justice Conference May 1-3
Upcoming Events
   New! April/May Calendar of Events
     Tai Ji: selected Fridays
   Holy Happy Hour: 4/20
     ArtsPlay!: 4/20
     Earth Day Garden Planting 4/22
     Building Loving Relationships: 4/23
     New! Death Café: 5/1
     New! Bienestar en la Palma de Tu Mano

     Ongoing Groups/Events
   Music at DCC
     FloColab: Young-ish Adults
     The Gallery: Photographs of the Cesar E. Chavez National Monument
     Yoga Sutra Meditation: Mondays
     Centering Prayer: Tuesdays, Wednesdays
     Playschool Experience: Tuesdays
     C Street Ukulele Band
     Wednesday Zoom Meditation & Prayer
     Fireside Reiki Sessions & more!
Community Partners
Giving to DCC
Stay Connected Online

Davis Community Church is a congregation of the Presbyterian Church (USA).

Announcements

All in the Family

Someone who was unmasked and attended the 10:30 a.m. worship service last Sunday reported a positive COVID test. They were seated on the west side of the Sanctuary, about midway down the aisle. This is the link to the CDC Guidelines following exposure. We appreciate the notification.

Jeff Hudson requests your prayers for Pete Martin, his mother's husband,following an infections and pneumonia. Please pray also for his wife, Katie and the entire family....Stephanie Singletary, daughter of Virginia & James Harris and child of Davis Community Church underwent surgery today for cancer at UCLA Hospital. The procedure went well and she will be released tomorrow to return home to recover. The family thanks those that have offered prayers of healing.

Many thanks to all who worked to make the Easter Sunday celebrations so joyful! The Chancel Choir, the brass quintet and other musicians were absolutely beautiful. The Flower Guild did a lovely job of decorating! The Congregational Care Ministry thanks the many people who took flowers for delivery to congregants. Thanks also to the ushers, the bakers and Coffee Connect crew, the tech crew, the staff and all who worked so graciously to celebrate the good news of Easter! Alleluia!

Stephen Ministers Available

Do you want someone to listen to your story? Are you trying to grieve, get past a hurt, feel heard, or deal with a scary diagnosis? Stephen Ministers are available at Davis Community Church.

Since the days of the Apostles, this caring ministry has been a hallmark of the Christian faith community.

We listen; we care.

For more information text or call:

Marian Derby: (530) 574-0703 or

David Duncan: (530) 746-1764

Flowers Flowers Everywhere!

On Easter Sunday you will no doubt noticed flowers everywhere! Would you like to know more? If you have a desire to provide flowers as little as once a year, we'd welcome your participation. Flowers bring cheer and color to our lives, boosting energy and happiness.

Isn't that a beautiful mission?

Contact Marylee Hardie: (650) 868-4112 or MaryleeHardie@icloud.com

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Did you dance to the music of
Raíces at DCC's Cabaret?
This group gets a crowd moving!

The group, including our music director
Emma Turnbull, will be at
Rhustaller Farm on April 15 at 6 p.m.

Spread the word!

Job Openings

Davis Community Church is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates the diversity of its employees.

Our current openings:
Childcare Provider
Part-time, 9 hours per week
Read the full job description here.

Digital Presentation Operator
Part-time, 4 hours per week.
Read the full job description here.

Interested applicants should send their resume to personnel@dccpres.org.

Prayer Requests
You have four options with regard to a prayer request:
1.Your requests may be held by the pastoral staff in strict confidence. For pastoral care, please contact Pastor Eunbee Ham or Pastor Derek Austin.
2. Your prayers may be shared confidentially with the staff and spoken at the weekly staff meeting.
3. Your prayers may be listed in All in the Family. Contact: Pastor Eunbee, Heather Carson or Julie Herdt, Communications Coordinator
4. DCC Prayer Chain 2023

DCC has had a faithful prayer chain for more than 20 years. If you would like the group to pray for you or someone you love, please contact Heather Carson or text (530) 601-1923 to join the team.

Congregational Care

Saturday, April 22, 2023

DCC's Calendar of Events

It is part of our mission to welcome all! You are invited to pay what is affordable for your budget.
Some events have fees that go to the event facilitators. Cost, however, is never a barrier at DCC.

You are also invited to contribute to the Scholarship Fund as you are able.

Tai Ji (aka Tai Chi) is an ancient Chinese form of moving meditation.

*Relaxes the body with gentle stretches, loosens joints
*Silences the busy mind, and uplifts heart and spirit

*Helps with balance and overall ease and well being

This class is intended for women & men of all ages especially those dealing with stressful circumstances,
and/or physical ailments.

Instructor: Dr. Gitane, Ph.D), long time Tai Ji practitioner and teacher

Please register in advance - limited space.
Register here.

Join us at the picnic tables outside Fellowship Hall for fun and refreshments!
Community Life Team

Register here.

Questions? Contact Kate Boxeth: kate@dccpres.org

This small group is exploring the art of non-violent communication using a nationally respected curriculum.
You are welcome to join in! Free of charge and no registration required.

Death Café is a non-profit organization. Our gatherings will be facilitated by two local therapists.
No registration required.

Ongoing Events

In April DCC's music programs SPRING to life!
Ready to burst forth in song?
Contact Emma - emma@dccpres.org

FloColab: Collective Blossoming for Young(ish) Adults

Thursdays, 6- 7:30 p.m.
Child care is available at DCC and begins at 5:45 p.m.

Our activities vary. It's best to simply contact Pastor Eunbee for updates.

Florilegium collaborative: a place for young(ish) adults to explore Christian faith in a supportive space. Affectionately called Flo CoLab, we collectively decide the subjects and materials we want to study together as we each seek to understand and practice our faith. We aim to be rooted in and wrestling with this faith, to explicitly consider multiple perspectives, and to build community. While we may study deep topics, we focus on building relationships and having fun. We welcome young(ish) adults to our weekly meetings!

To receive the latest updates for Flo CoLab,

please send an email to eunbee@dccpres.org with “subscribe” in the subject line.

The Gallery: Photographs of the Cesar E. Chavez National Monument

You are invited to The Gallery exhibit, “Photographs of the Cesar E. Chavez National Monument,” honoring the labor leader and humanitarian. Photos include the scenic setting, cultural events, the dedication of the National Monument by President Barack Obama, and the Memorial Garden, final resting place of Chavez and his wife Helen.

The Gallery is open before and after the 10:30 a.m. service.

- Dennis Dahlin

Online Yoga Sutra Meditation
Facilitator: Grazia Jaroff
Meets Mondays at 9 a.m.

Breath practice seated meditation with small movements, for adults including seniors. We use yoga philosophy texts as a foundation for reflections, with simple, comfortable movements, seated, standing or lying down. No previous experience, or preparation is necessary. All you need is a quiet corner and a device (phone or computer) connected to the internet.

If you would like to join us, e-mail Grazia Jaroff (gjaroff@comcast.net) for the Zoom link invitation.
Free of charge; donations go directly to DCC.

Centering Prayer

Tuesdays at 9 a.m. in the Fireside Room
Wednesdays at 8 a.m. on Zoom

Centering Prayer quiets the mind and allows us to be open to the gift of God’s presence.

Please contact the church office to receive an invitation to the Zoom group: (530 753-2894

Play School Experience
It's fun! It's free!
Bring your little ones for quality play time!

For more information, please contact Kate Boxeth at kate@dccpres.org.

The C Street Ukulele Band
Tuesdays, 11 a.m.
Music Room

The C Street Ukulele Band welcomes uke players and singers of all ages, all levels, to share the joys of ukulele and song.

Please contact:
    Lynn DeLapp lynndelapp@me.com
    Karen Johns: karenlbj@gmail.com or
    Barbara Greene: barbarag1021@gmail.com

Wednesday Zoom Meditation & Prayer Gathering

The "Zoom Prayer Room" opens at 11:50 a.m. which allows time to connect with others before the prayer time begins. At 12:05 p.m. we'll grow quiet and prepare for meditation and prayer. All are welcome!

New Zoom Link
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86176487009?pwd=b3I5dkk2TFVTNGFBSjI1RUhYSDNTZz09
Meeting ID: 861 7648 7009
Passcode: Wedat12
By phone: 1 669 900 6833

Available sessions HERE

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Dimensions of Dementia
Sunday, May 21, 2 p.m.
Fireside Room and via Zoom

“The Journey of Dementia with Teepa Snow”

A video that showcases Snow's positive approach to dementing illness and her mission to increase understanding dementia and how to support those living with brain change. The video will serve as the basis for our lively discussion.

Alf Brandt, facilitator
Free of charge and no registration is required.

All offerings are both in person and on Zoom.
New Zoom Link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83444973935?pwd=RVgvMnNmZW9iQU5nSEZNUTNYdTRBUT09
Meeting ID: 834 4497 3935
Passcode: DD123
By Phone: 1 669 900 6833

Read more about this series.

And more!
Davis Mosaics
DCC Oak Leaf Native American Flute Circle

Secure Giving to DCC

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We Get Screened Out as SPAM: How to Prevent That!

There are several things you can do that might help:

1. Add Davis Community Church and announcements@dccpres.org to your Contacts.

2. If your ISP (AOL, sbcglobal, gmail, att, etc.) has a Safe Senders list, add announcements@dccpres.org
to that list.

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Backup Plan
Generally, these things work out with time. In the meantime, you can always find the e-news on the website. On the front page at dccpres.org, look for E-NEWS just below the photo on the Home page.
That will take you to the archive of e-newsletters. The e-news appears there immediately after distribution on Friday afternoon.

Julie Herdt
Communications Coordinator
announcements@dccpres.org

412 C Street, Davis, CA 95616
4th & C Streets, located in the heart of Davis
(530)753-2894
office@dccpres.org

Office Hours
Sundays, 12 noon - 2 p.m.
Monday - Thursday, 9 a.m - 1 p.m. or by appointment