"The Latest" is a weekly encouraging note from one of our pastors which also highlights upcoming events.
7/22/2021
Hi Dan and Jean,
I hope your week is going swimmingly! Mine has been fantastic. I've spent time sharing the gospel with teenagers at summer camp at Leoni Meadows. There is nothing like the challenges of teenage life to fire up a preacher.
I look forward to seeing you at church!
Nathan
You can find information about our online Sabbath Schools on our website. The online service will live stream at 11:15 AM to YouTube and on our Facebook page.
There will be a bridal shower brunch for Heather Palmer on Aug 1 at 10 AM at the Ardron's She is registered at theknot.com under Brad Glover and Heather Palmer. Call Emily Mathe at 209.595.8589 for a group gift.
The July Pacific Press featured book is Regrets on an African River by Jeff Scoggins. There is a flyer in the foyer with more info.
Our women's retreat will be held on Aug 13-14, in the gym. Sign up at discoverlifesonora.org or sign up in the lobby on Sabbath.
On the House Breakfast - Aug 15, 7-7:20 AM is volunteer sign in and 7:30 volunteer meeting and prayer. Join us at Tuolumne Veteran's Hall. For more info, call Kristin Newton at 951.660.7997.
The Northern California Christian Women's Retreat will be held Oct 1-3 and Oct 8-10 at Leoni Meadows. There are applications available on the bulletin board and flyers are on the lobby credenza. Applications will be accepted beginning Aug 16.
Calendar
July 24 - Church Potluck - Gym
July 28 - Food Pantry 9-11 AM
August 1 - Heather Palmer Bridal Shower Brunch - 10 AM at the Ardron's. She is registered at theknot.com. Look up Brad Glover and Heather Palmer. For group gift, call Emily Mathe at 209.595.8589
August 7 - Church Potluck - Scholten's Home - following second service
August 13-14 - Women's Retreat - sign up in the lobby at church
August 15 - On the House Breakfast - 7-7:20 AM Volunteer sign in, 7:30 Volunteer Meeting/Prayer - Tuolumne Veteran's Hall. For more info, call Kristin Newton at 951.660.7997
August 16 - Sign up for Northern California Christian Women's Retreat - Applications available in the foyer.
October 1, 2 - 100 Year Celebration
FINANCIAL NEEDS AND GIVING
Budget through the end of July 2021 - $336,329
Received through July 3, 2021- $254,063
Church Members who have birthdays next week:
Wendy Kirkland was missed on last week's list. She had a birthday on July 20.
July 25 - Kyle Proctor
July 26 - Chelsey Carle
July 27 - Carl Freel, Jacqueline Hwang, Tyler Newton, Luz Santos
July 28 - Debbie Alcocer, Diane Moffat, Sammy Mirkin
July 30 - Rey Garcia, Jasmyn Rohde-Moe, Lorraine Reese
July 31 - Jacob Andries, Jim Grossman, Elijah Jones, Jeana Muir
Church Members who have anniversaries next week:
July 25 - Ron & Nadine Neufeld
July 28 - Eligeo & Debbie Alcocer
July 29 - Welby & Kristin Lo, Donn & Cathie Swartz
July 30 - Greg & Carey McCulloch
7/15/2021
Hi!
We all need times of revival and refreshing. The Central California Conference of Seventh-day Adventists has put together a fantastic digital Campmeeting experience. I'm listening to it while I write this.
They have programming for all ages available at soquelcampmeeting.org. Make sure to check it out. They have several of my favorite Bible teachers and preachers bringing God's word.
There is excellent content for all ages. Make sure to check it out!
After Covid, we are all looking for fellowship opportunities. This Sabbath, we have an outdoor fellowship dinner at Larry and Rosemary Brunell's home. It should be a great time. I hope you can make it to our worship service and join us for fellowship dinner.
Be well!
Nathan
You can find information about our online Sabbath Schools on our website. The online service will livestream at 11:15 AM to YouTube and on our Facebook page.
Calendar
July 16 - The Chosen 7 PM
July 17 - Church Potluck - Brunels, 1 PM Maps will be available in the foyer on Sabbath. Bring lots of yummy food and your lawn chairs.
July 21 - Food Pantry 9-11 AM
July 24 - Church Potluck - Gym
July 28 - Food Pantry 9-11 AM
August 1 - Heather Palmer Bridal Shower Brunch - 10 AM at the Ardron's. She is registered at theknot.com. Look up Brad Glover and Heather Palmer. For group gift, call Emily Mathe at 209.595.8589
August 6 - The Chosen 7 PM
August 7 - Church Potluck - Scholten's Home - following second service
August 13-14 - Women's Retreat - sign up in the lobby at church
August 15 - On the House Breakfast - 7-7:20 AM Volunteer sign in, 7:30 Volunteer Meeting/Prayer - Tuolumne Veteran's Hall. For more info, call Kristin Newton at 951.660.7997
August 16 - Sign up for Northern California Christian Women's Retreat - Applications available in the foyer.
FINANCIAL NEEDS AND GIVING
Budget through the end of July 2021 - $336,329
Received through July 3, 2021- $232,894
Church Members who have birthdays next week:
July 18 - Daniel Forgan, Jean Hutton
July 19 - Steve Shield
July 24 - Catherine Allen, Sarah Dunn, Suzanne Rohde-Moe
Church Members who have anniversaries next week:
July 23 - Elwood & Doyne Starr
7/8/2021
Hi!
I'm proud of the young adults and teenagers of our congregation. When they heard that the church wasn't planning on holding a VBS, they insisted we reconsider, and they volunteered to lead the charge. They said the mentoring they received was too valuable not to pass on to the next generation. Wow! That is impressive. Our teenagers and young adults have learned to love and care for the next generation in their homes, at school, and through the church's ministry.
Their hard work and organization are extraordinary despite the compressed time they've had to put their program together. If you have kids, you can be sure that this VBS will run at the high level of competence you would expect and that your children will be well cared for by the entire team.
In truth, I'm not just proud of our kids. I'm proud of our church. It has raised a team of young people who care. Well done! Pray for them that they may remain committed to Jesus and his work throughout their lives. They aren't just the future of the church. They are its present.
One area we still need volunteers is food donations. I've attached a list to this email. You also can access it here.
I look forward to seeing you this Sabbath as we celebrate the Lord's Supper.
Courage!
Nathan
You can find information about our online Sabbath Schools on our website. The online service will livestream at 11:15 AM to YouTube and on our Facebook page.
Calendar
July 10 - Sara Deacon Memorial 2 PM, Sanctuary
July 12-16 VBS - please sign up online at the church website
July 14 - Food Pantry 9-11 AM
July 17 - Church Potluck - Brunels, 1 PM
July 21 - Food Pantry 9-11 AM
July 24 - Church Potluck - Gym
July 28 - Food Pantry 9-11 AM
August 13-14 - Women's Retreat - sign up in the lobby at church or on the website
FINANCIAL NEEDS AND GIVING
Budget through the end of July 2021 - $336,329
Received through July 3, 2021- $209,181
Church Members who have birthdays next week:
July 11 - Donna Bach, DeLoyce Green
July 12 - Dixie Facchinello
July 14 - Gary Deacon, Steve Gaul, Anthony Klein
July 15 - Evan Bazan, Macy Newton, Gerry Smiley, Dolores Stuart
July 16 - Bill Hamilton, Joyce Johnston
July 17 - Ruth Caldwell, Brent Hörger
Church Members who have anniversaries next week:
July 12 - Homer & Debbie Curry
July 13 - Ed & Linda Russell
July 15 - Jerry & Sue Boone
July 16 - John & Julie Kramer
Click here for food donation supply list.
7/8/2021 - About VBS
Hi,
Our VBS is coming up soon and we are so excited! As a reminder, VBS is taking place the week of July 12 - 16 and running from 9:30 to 12:30 each day. Here are some important updates:
Our VBS will feature some awesome songs that we’d love to perform for you parents at the end of the week! All VBS attendees are encouraged to join us at church Saturday the 17th, to perform a few of the favorite songs and motions they learned throughout the week. A quick practice for this performance will occur right after VBS ends on Friday the 16th, so pick-up time will be adjusted to 1:00 for that day.
We also are super excited about our week-long mission project at VBS this year - making homeless supply bags! One of the best ways to experience God’s love is to give love to others, and we pray that by participating in this mission project, our VBS kids will be able to have a tangible part in sharing God’s love and benefit from witnessing the beauty of God’s generosity themselves! We are asking each of our attendees to choose a supply (or many supplies if you like!) from the list below to bring each day of VBS to add to a supply stockpile. At the end of the week, kids will help to assemble bags and write a message of God’s love to include. The bags will then be passed out to our local homeless community. We believe God will bless our efforts in providing some simple but much-appreciated commodities to those in need.
Homeless Supply Bags list:
Socks
Granola Bars
Bars of Soap
Peanut Butter or Cheese Crackers
Deodorant
Applesauce
A New Razor
Water bottle
Juice Boxes
Many of these supplies can be found very affordable at our dollar stores!
We are asking for donations for our snack service at VBS. Thank you to everyone who has signed up to bring some food. We could still use more donations so please check out the food list attached, and contact Laurel Renner at (209) 431-7625 if you are willing!
Pre-registration is open on the church’s website. If you do not pre-register, you can register the first day of VBS. Registration will open at 8:45.
We are so happy that VBS is happening this summer and we pray God will use this ministry to bless many kids and their families! See you soon!
The VBS Organizing crew
If you or your child is volunteering at VBS read on for more updates:
Training for VBS crew leaders and station leaders will be held this Friday the 9th starting at 7 p.m. This is the same time as our church’s weekly showing of the Chosen, so parents - please feel free to join in and watch while your kids are at training! (Crew Co-leaders will be briefed in the mornings before VBS and training attendance is not required.) Additionally, we had our first decoration day this previous Sunday to decorate the fireside room, where we will be hosting our main meeting area during VBS. Thank you to everyone who came to help out! We will be having another decoration day the Sunday before the start of VBS, July 11th, starting at 8:30 a.m. We are asking for all station, crew and co- leaders to attend and help decorate!
VBS volunteers can plan to arrive at 8:30 each day for a provided breakfast and a briefing.
Thank you everyone for being so supportive of this ministry! We really appreciate you and are confident God will bless our efforts. See you soon!
7/2/2021
Hi!
Happy 4th of July!
As I reflect on the meaning of freedom this holiday weekend, two verses come to mind.
For freedom Christ has set us free; stand firm therefore, and do not submit again to a yoke of slavery. (Galatians 5:1 ESV)
For you were called to freedom, brothers. Only do not use your freedom as an opportunity for the flesh, but through love serve one another. (Galatians 5:13 ESV)
Too often, people are enslaved to legalism. Jesus sets us free for the sake of freedom. Freedom is a value in itself. May you be liberated by the good news of the gospel. The freedom of the gospel is to be used to serve others. True freedom always entails responsibility. Paul keeps the balance. May we enjoy the liberty of the gospel and a life of loving service.
Friday evening, we are continuing to gather to watch the Chosen at 7:00 PM. If you haven't made it out yet, we would love to have you. It is a meaningful message and a good time together.
Sabbath Pastor Danita is on the schedule to preach. I look forward to her message.
Nathan
You can find information about our online Sabbath Schools on our website. The online service will livestream at 11:15 AM to YouTube and on our Facebook page.
Calendar
July 8 - Food Pantry 9-11 AM
July 10 - Sara Deacon Memorial 2 PM, Sanctuary
July 12-16 VBS - please sign up online at the church website
July 15 - Food Pantry 9-11 AM
July 17 - Church Potluck - Brunels, 1 PM
July 24 - Church Potluck - Gym
August 13-14 - Women's Retreat - sign up in the lobby at church
Announcements and Info
VBS is coming soon! It is scheduled for July 12-16. Please go to our church website and pre-register your children, ages 5-12. Also, there will be sign-up sheets in the foyer this Sabbath to sign up to buy food for the VBS.
Women's Retreat - sign-ups begin this Sabbath, in the lobby or you can go online to our website, to register
FINANCIAL NEEDS AND GIVING
Budget through the end of June, 2021 - $288,282
Received through June 30, 2021- $204,084
Church Members who have birthdays next week:
July 5 - Janet Wong
July 6 - Devin Calkins
July 7 - Roy Opsahl
July 9 - Kaia Entriken
July 10 - Jenn Grossman
Church Members who have anniversaries next week:
July 8 - Ritchie & Jan Christianson, Vince & Kathy Esposito
July 9 - Dan & Sue Freligh, Darrell & Innes Woertz
6/16/2021
Hi Dan and Jean!
Whew! It is finally over. As of this week, the state of California has eliminated the mask mandate for most gatherings. It couldn't have come at a better time since it is going to be 103º on Sabbath. Can you say thank God for indoor worship and air conditioning? I sure can!
As far as scheduling is concerned, everything is back to normal. We will have worship services and adult Sabbath schools at 9:30 AM and 11:00 AM. Children's Sabbath schools will meet indoors at 9:30 AM.
Beginning this Friday at 7:00 PM (and for the next six weeks), we will have a movie night. We will be watching The Chosen. It is a phenomenal retelling of the Jesus story. The director, Dallas Jenkins, has been vocal about using the Desire of Ages as source material. We will be providing snacks. How can you watch a movie without popcorn? Right? You can find out more about The Chosen at https://watch.angelstudios.com/thechosen.
Hope to see you Friday evening and Sabbath morning!
Pastor Nathan
You can find information about our online Sabbath Schools on our website. The online service will livestream at 11:00 am to YouTube and on our Facebook page.
Calendar
June 18 - The Chosen 7:00 PM
June 23 - Food Pantry 9-11 AM
June 25 - The Chosen
June 26 - Leon Grabow Memorial 4:00 PM, Sanctuary, Potluck to follow. Please bring desserts or hors d'oeuvres.
June 30 - Food Pantry 9-11 AM
July 10 - Sara Deacon Memorial 2 PM, Sanctuary
Announcements and Info
Summer Potlucks - Our first scheduled potluck is July 17 at the Brunel's home.
Don't forget to bring your filled baby bottles to church this Sabbath.
FINANCIAL NEEDS AND GIVING
Budget through the end of June, 2021 - $288,282
Received through June 9, 2021- $191,632
Church Members who have birthdays next week:
June 20 - Zoe Hernandez, Jason Jeffery, Wendy Kirkland, William Korando, Glinda Wolverton
June 21 - Lary Davis, Cheri Gaul, Dan Rahn, Bill Schuler, Gene Scott
June 22 - Betty Hobbs, Don Johnston
June 23 - Zach Forney
June 24 - Sarah Rasco
June 25 - Sharon Haskill, Donn Swartz, Kelly Thalman
June 26 - Danny Anderson
Church Members who have anniversaries next week:
June 22 - Don & Suzi Teel
June 25 - Tim & Jennifer Trujillo
6/11/2021
Free lunch!!
Hi!
I hope you are having a fantastic week! I sure have. The Gr8 series has been a ton of fun. But, more than that, I’ve found it to be very encouraging. It has refreshed me and drawn me closer to Jesus. We have a Friday night (7:00 PM) meeting and three meetings on Sabbath (9:30 AM, 11:00 AM, and 7:00 PM).
Our church is also planning a fellowship meal this Sabbath to celebrate the memorable time we’ve spent together on this journey through Romans 8. The church is providing lasagna and salad. In addition, we are asking church members to bring a dessert and/or French bread ready to go into the oven
All of our worship services will be indoors. Children’s Sabbath schools will continue to meet outside. I’m delighted that the pandemic is waning to such a degree that we can safely do this in our community. I want to remind you that some people are immunocompromised. Please be respectful of the needs and desires of others. Some may not be ready for hugs. Our Saturday evening worship service will include communion. I would encourage you to prepare your heart for that service. Pre-pandemic, we always practice foot washing as a part of our communion service. We can’t do that at our public services yet. I would encourage you, if possible, to practice that service at home before the meeting.
Nathan
Worship Times
Indoor church 9:30 and 11 AM
Adult Sabbath school and 11 AM
Outdoor children's Sabbath school 9:30 AM
Gr8 7:00 PM
You can find information about our online Sabbath Schools on our website. The online service will live-stream at 11:15 am to YouTube and on our Facebook page.
Calendar
June 7-12 Gr8 Seminar with David Asscherick, 7:00 PM
June 9 - Food Pantry 9-11 AM
June 12 - Justin and Alice Hobbs' Memorial Service 3:00 p.m., 22618 Elizabeth Lane
June 12 - Last GR8 service 7 PM
June 16 - Food Pantry 9-11 AM
June 18 - The Chosen
June 23 - Food Pantry 9-11 AM
June 25 - The Chosen
June 26 - Leon Grabow Memorial 4:00 PM, Sanctuary
June 30 - Food Pantry 9-11 AM
July 10 - Sara Deacon Memorial 2 PM, Sanctuary
Announcements and Info
We are hoping to have monthly summer potlucks at various members' homes. If you would like to offer your yard for a summer picnic, please call the church office at 532.3337. Our first scheduled potluck is July 17 at the Brunel's home.
The Foothill Pregnancy Center is once again having their baby bottle fund drive. There are baby bottles available in the lobby to fill and return to the church. They will be collected on Father's Day Sabbath, June 19.
FINANCIAL NEEDS AND GIVING
Budget through the end of May, 2021 - $240,235
Received through June 2, 2021- $183,241
Church Members who have birthdays next week:
June 13 - Molly McKinney
June 14 - Pam Katsarsky
June 16 - Sherry Pratt, Ervin Thomsen, Verdia Williams
June 17 - Carol Moses
June 18 - Chris Katsarsky, Aneva Sanchez
June 19 - Vivian Ahlkvist, Isabella Icenogle, Thomas Stobaugh
Church Members who have anniversaries next week:
June 13 - Bill & Connie Hale
June 14 - Jim & Donna Reese
June 16 - Greg & Susan Lamb
June 17 - Steve & Terri Baker
June 18 - Ken & Amy Miller, Edgar & Judith Vyhmeister
June 19 - Gary & Ruth Caldwell, John & Margaret Mooy
6/5/2021
Happy Sabbath!
For the last several weeks, we've had a man attending our services who has a reputation in our Conference for worming his way into Adventist churches and peddling false doctrines. His whole life is devoted to leading people into false doctrines that require keeping the feasts and using the Hebrew names for God.
He accuses Doug Batchelor, Mark Finely, and Stephen Bohr of having the mark of the beast because they don't keep the feasts. He has a habit of calling the Seventh-day Adventist Church the Seventh-day Catholic Church because we won't follow his ideas.
I've seen his destructive ways in area churches over the last decade or so. Last Sabbath, after the service, I asked him to leave and never come back. I clear, forceful, and direct in my request/command. He wasn't worshiping with us to gain a blessing. Instead, he was a wolf in sheep's clothing seeking converts to his religion.
Discover Life is a Seventh-day Adventist Church. If it weren't for the Adventist doctrine, I could have never become a Christian. The great truths we embrace about the gospel, the intercession of Jesus, the multifaceted judgment, the great controversy, the state of the dead, hell, and the Sabbath all help present such a compelling picture of God that I couldn't help but follow Jesus.
Part of my calling as a pastor is to protect the flock and to preserve our doctrine. I take these responsibilities seriously.
On a more positive note, I've included a digital flyer for the series titled GR8 that David Asscherick and I will be preaching beginning this week. Share it with your friends. This series will be a powerful blessing.
Hope to see you this Sabbath!
Nathan
Worship Times
Indoor church 9:30 AM
Adult Sabbath school 9:30 AM
Outdoor children's Sabbath school 9:30 AM
Outdoor church 11:00 AM
Adult Sabbath School 11:00 AM
You can find information about our online Sabbath Schools on our website. The online service will livestream at 11:15 am to YouTube and on our Facebook page.
Calendar
June 7-12 Gr8 Seminar with David Asscherick, 7:00 p.m.
June 9 - Food Pantry 9-11 a.m.
June 12 - Justin and Alice Hobbs' Memorial Service 3:00 p.m., 22618 Elizabeth Lane
June 16 - Food Pantry 9-11 a.m.
June 18 - The Chosen
June 23 - Food Pantry 9-11 a.m.
June 25 - The Chosen
June 26 - Leon Grabow Memorial 4:00 p.m., Sanctuary
June 30 - Food Pantry 9-11 a.m.
Announcements and Info
We are hoping to have monthly summer potlucks at various members' homes. If you would like to offer your yard for a summer picnic, please call the church office at 532.3337.
Please see the Graduate List attachment. Call the church office if you have a graduate that is not included on the list.
Kiddie Kollege is looking for teachers and aides. Please see the website for more information.
Sonora Community Estates is looking for a part-time office assistant. Please see the website for more information.
The Foothill Pregnancy Center is once again having its baby bottle fund drive. There are baby bottles available in the lobby to fill and return to the church. They will be collected on Father's Day Sabbath, June 19.
FINANCIAL NEEDS AND GIVING
Budget through the end of May, 2021 - $240,235
Received through May 31, 2021- $180,345
Church Members who have birthdays next week:
June 6 - Michael Gavi
June 7 - Jayson Flower, Danielle Hightower, Savannah Hörger, Carol Nicholson, Jamie Palmer, Wayne Stubbert
June 8 - Elesia Andries, Dennis Dunn, Jesse Hernandez
June 9 - Jr. Czajkowski
June 10 - Scott Henning, Bryan Kohl, Danny & Johnny Sanchez
Please note that Diane Scotto was left off the birthday list for last week. Her birthday was on May 30.
Church Members who have anniversaries next week:
June 6- Ron & Barbara McDow
June 8 - Vern & Julie Jones
June 9 - Michael & Kelly Thalman
June 10 - Dan & Karen DuBose
Attachments:
5/27/2021
Hi,
I want to thank all of those who came out to our work bee last Sunday. It was a tremendous success. We had a great group of volunteers and accomplished a ton!
You'll want to notice a slight change in the worship times.
Indoor church 9:30 AM
Adult Sabbath school 9:30 AM
Outdoor children's Sabbath school 9:30 AM
Outdoor church 11:00 AM
Adult Sabbath School 11:00 AM
Make sure to put the GR8: A Life-Changing Look at Romans 8 on your calendar for June 7-12. We have a special guest speaker David Asscherick. He and I will team-teach. We finally have fliers available. This would be a perfect series to invite your friends and neighbors to attend.
Cheers,
Nathan
You can find information about our online Sabbath Schools on our website. The online service will livestream at 9:30 am to YouTube and on our Facebook page.
Calendar
June 2 - Food Pantry 9-11 a.m.
June 7-12 Gr8 Seminar with David Asscherick
June 9 - Food Pantry 9-11 a.m.
June 12 - Justin and Alice Hobbs' Memorial Service 3:00 p.m., 22618 Elizabeth Lane
June 16 - Food Pantry 9-11 a.m.
June 18 - The Chosen
June 23 - Food Pantry 9-11 a.m.
June 25 - The Chosen
June 26 - Leon Grabow Memorial 4:00 p.m., Sanctuary
June 30 - Food Pantry 9-11 a.m.
Announcements and Info
It is graduation season! If you have a child(ren) who is (are) graduating, please call or email the church office with the info. MLAJA graduation will be held on June 2 at 6:30 p.m. in the gymnasium, with an outside reception following the ceremony. Because of COVID restrictions, there is a limit to the number of non-family members who will be able to attend. Tickets will be required. If you would like to attend, please call Melody Trauthwein at 240.277.3161 to reserve a ticket. The following students will be graduating from MLAJA: JayDen Bayliss, Adrian Bello, Jake Boyd, Bailey Chirnside, Meagan Entriken, Baylee Israel, Liah Ronneburg and Devin Walker.
We are hoping to have monthly summer potlucks at various members' homes. If you would like to offer your yard for a summer picnic, please call the church office at 532.3337.
Kiddie Kollege is looking for teachers and aides. Please see the website for more information.
Sonora Community Estates is looking for a part-time office assistant. Please see the website for more information.
The Foothill Pregnancy Center is once again having its baby bottle fund drive. There are baby bottles available in the lobby to fill and return to the church. They will be collected on Father's Day Sabbath, June 19.
FINANCIAL NEEDS AND GIVING
Budget through the end of May 2021 - $240,235
Received through May 22, 2021- $146,108
Church Members who have birthdays next week:
May 30 - Lindsay Brewer, Don Crisp, Fred Mathews, Gina Scheffer
May 31 - Ara Markarian
June 1 - Amberly Hall
June 2 - Darci Miller, Joe Watson
June 3 - Brenden Narita, Raechel Opsahl
June 5 - Betty Opsahl
Church Members who have anniversaries next week:
June 5 - Tim & Nancy Moyle
5/20/2021
Hi,
MLAJA has its manners banquet tonight. That makes me so happy. It is fantastic to see kids dressed up, having fun, and exploring the dynamics of teenage life in a safe and nurturing environment. I'm proud of our church's commitment to its young people. Please pray for our young people and the staff of MLAJA as they minister on Christ's behalf.
You may have heard that our principal Mr. McRae has taken a call back to his home state of Tennessee. Make sure to thank him for his service when you see him.
Also, MLAJA's board selected a new principal, Andrew Caldwell. Andrew is the son of Ruth and Gary. Andrew grew up in Sonora and was a student at MLAJA. We eagerly welcome a son of our congregation back home to serve and lead in his hometown.
I want to remind you that we have a work bee this Sunday from 8:00-12:00. I hope you can join us. Some finishing touches need to be put on our remodel so that everything is prepared to meet indoors when things heat up this summer.
You won't want to miss this. June 7-12, we have a special guest speaker David Asscherick. He and I will team-teach a series called GR8: A Life-Changing Look at Romans 8.
This Sabbath, we are meeting at the following times.
Indoor church 9:30 AM
Adult Sabbath school 9:30 AM
Outdoor Children's Sabbath school 9:30 AM
Outdoor church 11:15 AM
Adult Sabbath School 11:15 AM
Cheers, Nathan
You can find information about our online Sabbath Schools on our website. The online service will livestream at 9:30 AM to YouTube and on our Facebook page.
Calendar
May 17 - Food Pantry 9-11 a.m.
May 24 - Food Pantry 9-11 a.m.
Announcements and Info
We are planning a work bee to deep-clean the whole church facility on Sunday, May 23 from 8-12. We would really appreciate any who can come out and help.
It is graduation season! If you have a child(ren) who is (are) graduating, please call or email the church office with the info. MLAJA graduation will be held on June 2 at 6:30 PM in the gymnasium, with an outside reception following the ceremony. Because of COVID restrictions, there is a limit to the number of non-family members who will be able to attend. Tickets will be required. If you would like to attend, please call Melody Trauthwein at 240-277-3161 to reserve a ticket. The following students will be graduating from MLAJA: JayDen Bayliss, Adrian Bello, Jake Boyd, Baylee Chirnside, Meagan Entriken, Baylee Israel, Liah Ronneburg and Devin Walker.
We are hoping to have monthly summer potlucks at various members' homes. If you would like to offer your yard for a summer picnic, please call the church office at 532-3337.
Kiddie Kollege is looking for teachers and aides. Please see the website for more information.
Sonora Community Estates is looking for a part-time office assistant. Please see the website for more information.
The Foothill Pregnancy Center is once again having its baby bottle fund drive. There are baby bottles available in the lobby to fill and return to the church. They will be collected on Father's Day Sabbath, June 19.
FINANCIAL NEEDS AND GIVING
Budget through the end of May 2021 - $240,235
Received through May 15, 2021- $143,541
Church Members who have birthdays next week:
May 23 - Suzi Teel
May 24 - Nathaneal Freligh, Carrie Hall
May 25 - Josh Pratt, Megan Ronneburg
May 26 - Wayne Mathe, Larry Reese
May 27 - Michael Moffat
May 28 - Gabby Cognetti, Kirk Haugen
May 29 - Sam Nash, Shane Porter, Arnold Trujillo
Church Members who have anniversaries next week:
May 23 - Fred & Betty Kerbs
May 28 - Trevor & Orene Thorn
5/14/2021
Hi,
You won't want to miss this. June 7-12, we have a special guest speaker David Asscherick. He and I will team-teach a series called GR8: A Life Changing Look at Romans 8. We should have invites available next week for you to invite your friends.
Our remodel is nearing completion, and we have some finishing touches to make. They mostly center around deep cleaning, moving stuff, and hanging whiteboards and televisions. If we get a good crew, we can knock it out quick smart. We are meeting at 8:00 AM on May 23. Hope you can join us!
If you provided feedback on what worship times work for you, thank you. We are doing our best to accommodate the needs. Things are progressing well with the pandemic in Tuolumne county, and in response, our church is hoping to move to something like totally usual soon. In the meantime we are meeting at the following times:
Indoor church 9:30 AM
Adult Sabbath school 9:30 AM
Outdoor children's Sabbath school 9:30 AM
Outdoor church 11:15 AM
Adult Sabbath School 11:15 AM
Cheers, Nathan
You can find information about our online Sabbath Schools on our website. The online service will livestream at 9:30 am to YouTube and on our Facebook page.
Calendar
May 17 - Food Pantry 9-11 a.m.
May 24 - Food Pantry 9-11 a.m.
Announcements and Info
A big thank you to the Discover Life church family for your love and support during the memorial for Elinore Burns a couple Sabbaths ago. You have been her extended family for the past 20 years and she loved you dearly. Your calls, visits, food, cards, and prayers have been the hands and feet of Jesus! God bless each one of you as you continue to love the folks around you. - Calle Wieg
We are planning a work bee to deep-clean the whole church facility on Sunday, May 23. More information to follow.
The Whitneys have tomato plants to share, first come, first served. You can reach Kaye at 209.985.1915
FINANCIAL NEEDS AND GIVING
Budget through the end of May, 2021 - $240,235
Received through May 8, 2021- $133,214
Church Members who have birthdays this week:
May 10 - Curtis Hardcastle
May 11 - Patricia DiMola
May 12. - Rebecca DeSoto, Bryan Lewis, Marlene Robson, Stephanie Sanchez
May 13 - Chelsee Scott
May 15 - Jim Krussow, Becky Moore, Sabrina Nash
Church Members who have anniversaries this week:
May 10 - Wayne & Renee Mathe
Church Members who have birthdays next week:
May 17 - Connie Walther
May 18 - Troy Carle, Donna Cretan, Susan Maddox, Jane Townsend
May 19 - Amy Moretti
May 20 - Diane Brown, Joe Dorchuck
May 21 - Jim Comazzi, Donita Osborne
Church Members who have anniversaries next week:
May 16 - Rich & Dawn Broyer
May 22 - Werner Bohlman and Wendy Kirkland
4/30/2021
Hi,
I'm looking forward to worshiping with you tomorrow. This week the CDC issued new guidance for safely gathering. Our congregation is doing its best to move forward with reopening in harmony with these expert recommendations.
We continue to have two in-person services. We have an indoor service at 9:30 AM and an outdoor service at 11:15 AM. We also premier our service on Facebook and YouTube at 11:00 AM.
Based on the most up-to-date, CDC guidelines masks and social distancing are still necessary for indoor worship. This is true, even for the vaccinated.
Unvaccinated people should not be singing indoors. If you like to sing and are unvaccinated, I would encourage you to attend our outdoor service.
Good news! Those who are fully vaccinated are no longer required to wear a mask at our outdoor service. If you are unvaccinated, we encourage you to wear a mask at the outdoor service.
Rules are a bummer, but many churches have not been compliant, and their members have paid for it with their lives. We love the vulnerable in our congregation too much to get sloppy now.
On Sunday, our church is hosting an online Central California Conference town hall meeting at 3:00 PM. Town hall meetings are a part of the selection process for a new Conference president. This meeting is open to all official members of our Conference. The Conference values your input and participation in this process.
Cheers,
Pastor Nathan
4/28/2021
Hi,
Last weekend was a fantastic reunion! What a joy it was to welcome so many we haven't seen in such a long time. I will never forget the thrill of finally worshiping inside the remodeled building. The barbeque was legendary! Thanks to the team who work so hard to make this happen and to Adventist Health for donating the food.
Sunday was just as inspiring. In the morning, a team met to discuss the future of the On the House Breakfast (a monthly complimentary breakfast held in Tuolumne City). One of our Sabbath Schools has led the charge on this for almost two decades. Talk about dedication. Some key leaders are moving, and if it is to continue, we will need some fresh leadership who has a heart for community building and caring for the needy. If God lays a burden on you, let me know.
The inspiration continued when I went to God's Closet. What a ministry! We served one hundred seventy children by providing high-quality clothing. The thankfulness the families expressed was highly gratifying. I'm so proud of the team who works all year long to serve the children of our community.
I've always loved the spirit of service that motivates our church.
Here are the details for this Sabbath's services.
Indoor church 9:30 AM
Adult Sabbath school 9:30 AM
Outdoor children's Sabbath school 9:30 AM
Outdoor church 11:00 AM
Adult Sabbath School 11:00 AM
We are still trying to figure out just how to organize our worship times and locations long-term. To do this, we need your feedback. Thank you if you have already responded. Follow this link for a short survey that will help us plan for our future.
Cheers, Nathan
The town hall meeting is scheduled for May 2 at 2:00 PM; all members are encouraged to gather at Discover Life to participate.
Sabbath Information
This Sabbath, we will be meeting in-person at 10:00 am for Sabbath School and 11:00 am for our worship service.
You can find information about our online Sabbath Schools on our website. The online service will livestream at 9:30 am to YouTube and on our Facebook page.
Calendar
- April 28 - Food Pantry 9-11 a.m.
- May 1 - Elinore Burns Memorial, 2:00 p.m. Sanctuary
- May 5 - Food Pantry 9-11 a.m.
Announcements and Info
FINANCIAL NEEDS AND GIVING
- Budget through the end of April, 2021 - $199,212
- Received through April 24, 2021- $104,660
Church Members who have birthdays next week:
May 2 - Lennette Boyd, Edie DeFehr, Jeffrey Grabow
May 4 - Tristan Thorn
May 8 - Lanelle Lovelace
Happy birthday to Victoria Hörger who had a birthday on April 30 but got left off the list last week.
Church Members who have anniversaries next week:
May 5 - Ralph & Susan Richards, Kieth & Lorain Silva
4/21/2021
Hi,
It's been just over a year since we began the remodeling project at our church. During that time, we encapsulated our stained popcorn ceilings with drywall, mud, and paint. We updated our Sabbath school rooms with fresh paint and countertops. Our leaking ductwork has been jackhammered out of the concrete and replaced with a custom-designed system that solves the water intrusion problems we were fighting. We also upgraded our HVAC system. We were still using the ORIGINAL system. Our updated platform is much more usable, and our floors have all been re-covered with beautiful carpet. We improved the lighting throughout the entire building with more efficient and better quality lighting.
Whew. It sounds like a lot of work! The crew of volunteers has done a remarkable job. Their tireless labor has indeed been a labor of love.
This Sabbath is our first opportunity to worship in our remodeled building, and it coincides with the 100th anniversary of our founding and the relaxing of the Covid-19 restrictions on indoor gathering. All of these independent events converging at the same time sure feels like providence to me.
The Details:
Indoor church 9:30 AM
Adult Sabbath school 9:30 AM
Outdoor children's Sabbath school 9:30 AM
Outdoor church 11:00 AM
Adult Sabbath School 11:00 AM
After the service, make sure to stay put for a barbeque lunch provided by the generosity of Adventist Health.
We are still trying to figure out just how to organize our worship times and locations long-term. To do this, we need your feedback. What service times and locations best meet your needs? Follow this link for a short survey that will help us plan for our future.
That's not all. Sunday, God's Closet will be helping to meet the needs of the children of our community by providing lightly used, beautiful clothing. We can always use volunteers, and please help get the word out. The doors open at 10:00 AM and close at 1:00 PM.
It sure feels good to be getting back toward normal!
Courage,
Nathan
Conference Announcements
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President Ramero Cano has announced his retirement. Part of the process for selecting a new president involves town hall meetings. The purpose of the meeting is to:
- Select the delegates (according to the criteria below) who will meet with the Executive Committee to select and elect a new Conference President.
- Become acquainted with the Job Description of the Conference President.
- Receive input as to qualities needed and/or desired for the new Conference President.
- Receive names of possible candidates for the position of Conference President. These names will be presented to the “Expanded” Executive Committee.
The town hall meeting is scheduled for May 2 at 2:00 PM; all members are encouraged to gather at Discover Life to participate.
Sabbath Information
This Sabbath, we will be meeting in-person at 10:00 am for Sabbath School and 11:00 am for our worship service.
You can find information about our online Sabbath Schools on our website. The online service will livestream at 9:30 am to YouTube and on our Facebook page.
Calendar
- April 21 - Food Pantry 9-11 a.m.
- April 24 - Church Rededication and 100 Year Anniversary
- April 25 - God's Closet, 10-1 p.m.
- April 28 - Food Pantry 9-11 a.m.
- May 1 - Elinore Burns Memorial, 2:00 p.m. Sanctuary
Announcements and Info
God's Closet - "Do Good" is embedded in our mission statement. That becomes a reality once again on Sunday, April 25 from 10 am - 1 pm when our 6th God's Closet event takes place on our campus. We want to express our deep appreciation to the many faithful volunteers who have worked before, during and after this event in the past. Please help us spread the word in our community. Flyers are available in the church office and, if you are interested in volunteering, simply call the number on the flyer or the church office number and we'll find a spot for you. Come join us and watch the happy smiles on the children and their parents as they shop without having to open their wallets when they exit.
FINANCIAL NEEDS AND GIVING
- Budget through the end of April 2021 - $199,212
- Received through April 10, 2021- $90,062
Church Members who have birthdays next week:
April 25 - Leilani Hansen
April 26 - Seth Davis, Laurie Moore
April 28 - Susan Boone
April 29 - Lori Bazan
May 1 - Claire Phillips, Beckie Versteeg
Church Members who have anniversaries next week:
April 26 - Jerry & Carrie Hall, Trygve & Betty Opsahl
4/16/2021
Hi,
Spring is always an energizing time of year. This spring is exceptionally energizing. It feels like we are beginning to see the light at the end of the pandemic (at least in the United States). At the church, our remodel is moving toward a conclusion. Energizing indeed!
On April 24, we will host our first indoor worship service in our building in over a year. I am beyond thrilled that our first worship service in our newly remodeled sanctuary coincides with our 100th anniversary. What a bit of beautiful providence!
I hope you can join us as we celebrate our 100th anniversary and rededicate our church. We will have an indoor church service at 9:30 AM and an outdoor church at 11:00 AM. Outdoor children's Sabbath school is at 9:30 AM. We will have indoor and outdoor adult Sabbath schools at 9:30 and 11:00 AM. After the second service, we will have a vegetarian barbeque. Unfortunately, the pandemic isn't over, so things won't look exactly like they did before. Face coverings and check-in will still be required.
During the pandemic, many of our members have understandably kept their distance from in-person worship. Our small group ministry effectively shut down. Separation from friends, family, and the church community has been almost unbearable. The sense of loss and absence this year has been palpable. This has caused me to reflect on the purpose of the church.
Through the love of God, the grace of Christ, and the power of the Holy Spirit, the church is a diverse community that loves and serves one another. In the church, our faith is nurtured, our families strengthened, and we learn how to live in the light of the self-sacrificing generosity God has lavished upon us. God has called us to more than just living in community. He has called us to extend this beautiful community.
Over the last few weeks, our nation has been devastated by anti-Asian violence, mass shootings, police shootings, and the ever-present heartbreaking news of a disordered world on its last gasps.
Now more than ever, we need the gospel. Now more than ever, the world needs a model of a healthy community. My prayer and hope is that God will fill our community with the beauty we see in the story of Jesus.
Kemy Ogendi wrote a song called Winter. It embodies the hope and expectation I feel this spring. She sings,
Winter didn't last, the coldest months have passed
Time will heal our bumps and bruises
Mend the broken parts, oh oh
Mend the broken parts
Winter didn't last, the shadow's time has passed
Light will fill the skies above us
Chase away the dark, oh oh
Chase away the dark
So, hold on, hold on, my dear
For it won't be long, my dear
Morning comes at last, the longest nights will pass
Love will soothe our restless souls and
Heal the aching hearts
Heal the aching hearts
So don't you dare give up, my dear!
Your redemption is so near!
So, hold on, hold on, my dear
For it won't be long, my dear
In Hope, Nathan
Sabbath Information
This Sabbath, we will be meeting in-person at 10:00 am for Sabbath School and 11:00 am for our worship service.
You can find information about our online Sabbath Schools on our website. The online service will premier at 11:00 am to YouTube and on our Facebook page.
Calendar
- April 21` - Food Pantry 9-11 a.m.
- April 24 - Church Rededication and 100 Year Anniversary
- April 25 - God's Closet, 10-1 p.m.
- May 1 - Elinore Burns Memorial, 2:00 p.m. Sanctuary
Announcements and Info
- We are excited to announce that we will be rededicating our church on the 100th anniversary of the founding of our church on Sabbath, April 24. We will have an indoor service at 9:30, along with outdoor children's and adult Sabbath School classes. There will be an indoor adult Sabbath School class and an outdoor church service at 11:00 and a barbecue lunch will be served at 12:00 noon. Please join us for this memorable Sabbath.
- God's Closet - "Do Good" is embedded in our mission statement. That becomes a reality once again on Sunday, April 25 from 10 am - 1 pm when our 6th God's Closet event takes place on our campus. We want to express our deep appreciation to the many faithful volunteers who have worked before, during and after this event in the past. Please help us spread the word in our community. Flyers are available in the church office and, if you are interested in volunteering, simply call the number on the flyer or the church office number and we'll find a spot for you. Come join us and watch the happy smiles on the children and their parents as they shop without having to open their wallets when they exit.``
FINANCIAL NEEDS AND GIVING
- Budget through the end of April, 2021 - $199,212
- Received through April 10, 2021- $90,062
Church Members who have birthdays next week:
- April 18 - Katie Krejeik, Ellie Stemler
- April 20 - Bill Allen, Cinder McLeod
- April 21 - Megan Burriss, Ritchie Chritianson, Lily Fuentes, Bonnie Jones
April 22 - Gabriel Andries, Juliana Mathews - April 23 - Kieth Silva
Church Members who have anniversaries next week:
- April 19 - Tyler & Kristin Newton
4/9/2021
Hi,
And so we have come to the end of our study in the Gospel of John.
It’s hard to believe that we are here! Pastor Nathan started this series months before I arrived in this wonderful church community and we have been making our way through (with a few breaks along the way) ever since. There have been so many insights and so many beautiful pictures of Jesus, of God’s love made flesh. I hope that you have seen new aspects of God’s love for you and for the rest of the world as well!
So what last words does John have to share with us? With what does he choose to conclude the final Gospel?
Join us this Sabbath in-person, or online, as we spend time in community and reflect on the messages of John 21. We will see what last words John has for us about Jesus, the Word who was with God from the very beginning.
Blessings,
Pastor Danita
Sabbath Information
This Sabbath, we will be meeting in person at 10:00 am for Sabbath School and 11:00 am for our worship service.
You can find information about our online Sabbath Schools on our website. The online service will premier at 11:00 am to YouTube and on our Facebook page.
Calendar
- April 14 - Food Pantry Reopening, 9-11 a.m.
- April 15-18 - MLAJA Auction - Pre-register at www.smiles21.GiveSmart.com - Benefits scholarship fund and campus improvements
- April 24 - Church Rededication and 100 Year Anniversary
- April 25 - God's Closet, 10-1 p.m.
- May 1 - Elinore Burns Memorial, 2:00 p.m. Fireside Room
Announcements and Info
- We are excited to announce that we will be rededicating our church on the 100th anniversary of the founding of our church on Sabbath, April 24. We will have an indoor service at 9:30, along with outdoor children's and adult Sabbath School classes. There will be an indoor adult Sabbath School class and an outdoor church service at 11:00 and a barbecue lunch will be served at 12:00 noon. Please join us for this memorable Sabbath.
- God's Closet - "Do Good" is embedded in our mission statement. That becomes a reality once again on Sunday, April 25 from 10 am - 1 pm when our 6th God's Closet event takes place on our campus. We want to express our deep appreciation to the many faithful volunteers who have worked before, during and after this event in the past. Please help us spread the word in our community. Flyers are available in the church office and, if you are interested in volunteering, simply call the number on the flyer or the church office number and we'll find a spot for you. Come join us and watch the happy smiles on the children and their parents as they shop without having to open their wallets when they exit.``
FINANCIAL NEEDS AND GIVING
- Budget through the end of March, 2021 - $144,159
- Received through March 31, 2021- $87,275
Church Members who have birthdays next week:
- April 11 - Haylei Flower, Trevor Thorn
- April 12 - Mark Hall, Eran Strawn
- April 13 - Candice Johnson
- April 14 - Elwood Starr
- April 15 - Gerard Ardron, Millie Bradford, Kristin Dorchuck, April Stemler
- April 16 - Doug Hobbs, Dan Phillips
- April 17 - Anthony Grossman
Church Members who have anniversaries next week:
- April 11 - Bill & Kathy Hamilton
- April 12 - Nathan & Becky Renner
- April 15 - Jim & Martha Grossman
4/2/2021
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FINANCIAL NEEDS AND GIVING
Church Members who have anniversaries next week:
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3/25/201
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FINANCIAL NEEDS AND GIVING
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3/19/21
Hi,
Sometimes life feels like a war zone. The heartbreaking reason it feels like a war zone is because it is a war zone. The forces of good and evil are raging all around us, and we find ourselves caught in the crossfire.
Sometimes the war is in our home. Other times it is at work or in our community. We see the battle play out in the broader society. We see it in the heartless murder of those who are different from us. We see it in ourselves when our nobler impulses win the day or when we find ourselves fighting on the wrong side.
In this war, there stands one who never fought for the wrong - Somebody who always pursued truth, justice, and mercy. His name is Jesus. His character's beauty was on full display when He, an innocent man, died on the cross. There He displayed the glory of God. Not a resplendent glory that dazzled the senses, but a humble glory that captivates the heart.
In this war zone, it is my hope and prayer that the glory of our self-sacrificing God will captivate our hearts and minds that with Him, we might pursue truth, justice, and mercy.
Courage,
Nathan
Announcements and Info
- Second Reading - Membership Transfer - Leslie Ludwig to Sandpoint, Idaho
- The Sabbath School lesson quarterlies will be available in front of the fireside room each day, beginning on Wednesday, March 17, from 10-4.
- What: Small group with Gardening as the focus
Where: Frank & Kaye Whitney’s home
When: Weekly beginning Sunday, March 21, 5:30 - 7:30 pm and running for about 8 weeks
Contact: Frank or Kaye Whitney for additional information
209.768.4395 F
209.985.1915 K
Sabbath Information
This Sabbath, we will be meeting in-person at 10:00 am for Sabbath School and 11:00 am for our worship service. We will be meeting outdoors. The online service will premier at 11:00 am on YouTube and on our Facebook page.
Beginners, Kindergarten and Primary Sabbath School will be meeting in person at 10:00 a.m.
Junior Sabbath School will be meeting in person at 10:00 a.m.
Youth Sabbath School will be meeting in person at 10:00 a.m.
Collegiate Sabbath School will be meeting in person at 10:00 a.m.
Tim Colwell will be teaching and Becky Moore will be hosting a zoom Sabbath School class at 9:30 am for adults. They will be using the quarterly.
Follow this link to join
Meeting ID: 896 4196 1503
Passcode: 077181
JOG, (Journey of Grace) where we are following the adult Sabbath School lesson, a zoom Sabbath school class at 9:30 am for adults, Various teachers.
Follow this link to join the class.
Meeting ID: 881 4056 1635
Password: GRACE
Reiker Schultz will be hosting an in-person Sabbath School at 10:00 a.m. for adults. They do Bible-based small group discussion, topic to be decided.
Arnold Trujillo will be hosting a Zoom Sabbath school on Sabbath at 9:30 a.m. for adults. They will be studying the Sabbath School lesson quarterly.
Follow this link to join the class.
Meeting ID: 992 8614 6332
Nadine Neufeld will be hosting a phone conference Sabbath school.
The dial in number is (209) 813-1844 pin 1844.
Upcoming Events
THIS WEEKEND
Friday, March 19
Norma Davies Memorial Service 11:00 a.m., Friday, Church Sanctuary
Sabbath, March 20
Zoom Sabbath Schools - see above for specific times
In-person Sabbath Schools - 10:00 a.m.
In-person Church Service - 11:00 a.m.
Online Church - 11:00 am Youtube and Facebook
FINANCIAL NEEDS AND GIVING
Budget through the end of March, 2021 - $144,159
Received through March 13, 2021- $72,522
Church Members who have birthdays next week:
- March 21 - Kristin Newton
- March 22 - Tammi Eaton, Martha Grossman, Rebecca Kohl, Norma Marxmiller, Kai Sweet
- March 23 - Welby Lo
- March 24 - George Arhelger, Tim Hall
- March 26 - Donna Reese
- March 27 - Ophelia Montellano, Chloe Newton, Christine Steinhoefel
Church Members who have anniversaries next week:
- March 21 - Jim & Bonnie Comazzi
- March 24 - Gary & Teri Deacon
- March 27 - Shawn & Robin Akers
3/12/2021
Hi,
Can you believe our church has been serving the Sonora community for 100 years? We were organized on April 24, 1921. We hope to rededicate our remodeled church on April 24, 2021. That should be an exciting day!
This Sabbath, we are meeting outside at 9:30 AM for Sabbath School and 11:00 AM for our worship service. I hope you can join us.
Over the last several weeks, our church has been hit very hard with a number of our members passing to their rest. If you haven't attended our in-person services, you may have missed the notices. Sadly, we have lost Alice and Jason Hobbs, Chet Cunnington, Norma Davies, Wilbur Hightower, Leon Grabow, and Elinore Burns. Please keep their families in your prayers.
We look forward to the blessed hope of the glorious return of Jesus when we can all be united again.
Maranatha!
Nathan
Announcements and Info
- First Reading - Membership Transfer - Leslie Ludwig to Sandpoint
- Memorial Service for Norma Davies - Friday, March 19, 11:00 a.m. in the sanctuary. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to MLAJA.
- Don't forget to move your clocks forward one hour Saturday night.
Sabbath Information
This Sabbath, we will be meeting in-person at 10:00 am for Sabbath School and 11:00 am for our worship service. We will be meeting outdoors. The online service will premier at 11:00 am to YouTube and on our Facebook page.
Beginners, Kindergarten and Primary Sabbath School will be meeting in person at 10:00 a.m.
Junior Sabbath School will be meeting in person at 10:00 a.m.
Youth Sabbath School will be meeting in person at 10:00 a.m.
Collegiate Sabbath School will be meeting in person at 10:00 a.m.
Rodger Moran will be teaching and Becky Moore will be hosting a zoom Sabbath School class at 9:30 am for adults. They will be using the quarterly Follow this link to join
Meeting ID: 811 2255 1580
Passcode: 748837
JOG, (Journey of Grace) where we are following the adult Sabbath School lesson, a zoom Sabbath school class at 9:30 am for adults, Various teachers. Follow this link to join the class.
Meeting ID: 881 4056 1635
Password: GRACE
Reiker Schultz will be hosting an in-person Sabbath School at 10:00 a.m. for adults. They do Bible-based small group discussion, topic to be decided.
Arnold Trujillo will be hosting a Zoom Sabbath school on Sabbath at 9:30 a.m. for adults. They will be studying the Sabbath School lesson quarterly. Follow this link to join the class.
Meeting ID: 992 8614 6332
Nadine Neufeld will be hosting a phone conference Sabbath school. The dial in number is (209) 813-1844 pin 1844.
Upcoming Events
THIS WEEKEND - Sabbath, March 13, 2021
- Zoom Sabbath Schools - see above for specific times
- In-person Sabbath Schools - 10:00 a.m.
- In-person Church Service - 11:00 a.m.
- Online Church - 11:00 am Youtube and Facebook
FINANCIAL NEEDS AND GIVING
- Budget through the end of February 2021 - $96,106
- Received through February 2021- $62,322
Church Members who have birthdays next week:
- March 14 - Heather Palmer
- March 15 - Travis Flower, Connie Perreira, Heather Watson
- March 16 - Cherie La Fleur
- March 17 - Bobbie Strawn
- March 18 - Dawn Broyer
- March 19 - Caleb Curry, Ellie Kerbs, Bonnie Peterson
No Church Members have anniversaries next week:
3/5/2021
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Hi,
Sabbath Information Beginners, Kindergarten and Primary Sabbath School will be meeting in person at 10:00 a.m. Collegiate Sabbath School will be meeting in person at 10:00 a.m. Becky Moore will be hosting and teaching a zoom Sabbath School class at 9:30 am for adults. They will be using the quarterly. [https://Join%20Zoom%20Meeting%20https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82491893400] Follow this link to join Reiker Schultz will be hosting an in-person Sabbath School at 10:00 a.m. for adults. They do Bible-based small group discussion, topic to be decided. Arnold Trujillo will be hosting a Zoom Sabbath school on Sabbath at 9:30 a.m. for adults. They will be studying the Sabbath School lesson quarterly. Follow this link to join the class. Meeting ID: 992 8614 6332 Upcoming Events
Church Members who have anniversaries next week:
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2/26/2021
Hi,
Things are coming together in the sanctuary. The pews are now in place. I think the sanctuary looks absolutely gorgeous. The decorating team and interior decorator knocked it out of the park. Despite the progress on the remodel, we are still meeting outside. It looks like the weather is going to be lovely tomorrow. I hope you can join us.
Pastor Nathan
Be Well,
Pastor Nathan
Announcements and Info
- Church Business Meeting - Sunday, February 28, 1:00 p.m.
- MLAJA is looking for a custodian and substitute teachers. If you are interested, please call the school at 532.2855.
Sabbath Information
This Sabbath, we will be meeting in-person at 10:00 am for Sabbath School and 11:00 am for our worship service. We will be meeting outdoors. The online service will premier at 11:00 am to YouTube and on our Facebook page.
Beginners, Kindergarten and Primary Sabbath School will be meeting in person at 10:00 a.m.
Junior Sabbath School will be meeting in person at 10:00 a.m.
Youth Sabbath School will be meeting in person at 10:00 a.m.
Collegiate Sabbath School will be meeting in person at 10:00 a.m.
Perry Haugen will be hosting a zoom Sabbath School class at 9:30 am for adults. They will be using the quarterly. Follow this link to join
Meeting ID: 840 1872 8622
Passcode: 310348
JOG, (Journey of Grace) where we are following the adult Sabbath School lesson, a zoom Sabbath school class at 9:30 am for adults, Various teachers. Follow this link to join the class.
Meeting ID: 881 4056 1635
Password: GRACE
Reiker Schultz will be hosting an in-person Sabbath School at 10:00 a.m. for adults. They do Bible-based small group discussion, topic to be decided.
Arnold Trujillo will be hosting a Zoom Sabbath school on Sabbath at 9:30 a.m. for adults. They will be studying the Sabbath School lesson quarterly. Follow this link to join the class.
Meeting ID: 992 8614 6332
Nadine Neufeld will be hosting a phone conference Sabbath school. The dial-in number is (209) 813-1844 pin 1844.
Upcoming Events
THIS WEEKEND - Sabbath, February 27, 20021
- Zoom Sabbath Schools - see above for specific times
- In-person Sabbath Schools - 10:00 a.m.
- In-person Church Service - 11:00 a.m.
- Online Church - 11:00 am Youtube and Facebook
FINANCIAL NEEDS AND GIVING
- Budget through the end of January 2021 - $48,053
- Received through February 17, 2021- $45,152
Church Members who have birthdays next week:
- February 23 - Micah Schafer got missed on last week's birthday list
- February 28 - Jason Hwang
- February 29 - Rachel Slate
- March 1 - Julie Lewis
- March 2 - Ho Marple, Natalie Trujillo
- March 3 - Denise Cognetti
- March 4 - Ed Gallno
- March 5 - Lauren Opsahl, Susan Richards
- March 6 - Tami Henning, Laura Horger, Daniel Sanchez, Kim Smith, Merrilynn White
Church Members who have anniversaries next week:
- March 4 - Mike and Bonnie Jones
2/19/2021
Hi,
One hundred fifty-one people gathered for outdoor worship on February 6th. I was blessed beyond measure by the singing and fellowship (I'll leave it to someone else to comment on the preaching). Last week we worshiped indoors because of the weather. Most of the 151 people decided to stay home. Who could blame them? Right now, indoor gatherings are forbidden from singing. Gathering without singing is a real bummer.
Good news! This week it looks like the weather will hold, and we can worship outdoors. Covid case counts have dropped precipitously from daily highs in the 40,000's to 7,500 cases per day this last week. It looks like enough people have immunity that we are moving toward something like a brighter future. I hope you continue to be vigilant in your hand hygiene and masking. If you're comfortable, we look forward to seeing you in person tomorrow.
I also want to let you know that Don Muir’s memorial service will be indoors in the sanctuary Sabbath at 2:00 PM.
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.” Romans 15:13
Be Well,
Pastor Nathan
Announcements and Info
- Church Business Meeting - February 28
- MLAJA is looking for a custodian and substitute teachers. If you are interested, please call the school at 532-2855.
Sabbath Information
This Sabbath, we will be meeting at 10:00 am for Sabbath School and 11:00 am for our worship service. We will be meeting outdoors. The online service will premier at 11:00 am to YouTube and on our Facebook page.
Beginners, Kindergarten and Primary Sabbath School will be meeting in person at 10:00 a.m.
Junior Sabbath School will be meeting in person at 10:00 a.m.
Youth Sabbath School will be meeting in person at 10:00 a.m.
Collegiate Sabbath School will be meeting in person at 10:00 a.m.
Tim Colwell will be hosting a zoom Sabbath School class at 9:30 am for adults. They will be using the quarterly. Follow this link to join
Meeting ID: 895 1603 6731
Passcode: 908419
JOG, (Journey of Grace) where we are following the adult Sabbath School lesson, a zoom Sabbath school class at 9:30 am for adults, Various teachers. Follow this link to join the class.
Meeting ID: 881 4056 1635
Password: GRACE
Reiker Schultz will be hosting an in-person Sabbath School at 10:00 a.m. for adults. They do Bible-based small group discussion, topic to be decided.
Arnold Trujillo will be hosting a Zoom Sabbath school on Sabbath at 9:30 a.m. for adults. They will be studying the Sabbath School lesson quarterly. Follow this link to join the class.
Meeting ID: 992 8614 6332
Nadine Neufeld will be hosting a phone conference Sabbath school. The dial in number is (209) 813-1844 pin 1844.
Upcoming Events
THIS WEEKEND - Sabbath, February 20, 20021
- Zoom Sabbath Schools - see above for specific times
- In-person Sabbath Schools - 10:00 a.m.
- In-person Church Service - 11:00 a.m.
- Online Church - 11:00 am YouTube and Facebook
FINANCIAL NEEDS AND GIVING
- Budget through the end of January, 2021 - $48,053
- Received through February 13, 2021- $43,549
- Church Members who have birthdays next week:
- February 21 - Perry Haugen, Lindsey Sanchez
- February 22 - Barbara McDow, Susan Shield, Ayla Watson
- February 23 - Sylvia Elias, Barbara Lonnstrom, TJ Moyle, Laurel Renner
- February 24 - Michael Baker
- February 25 - Teri Deacon, Karen DuBose, Maya Sanz
- No Church Members have anniversaries next week:
2/12/2021
Hi,
We are now permitted to hold worship services indoors at 25 percent capacity. It will rain tomorrow, so this couldn't have happened to us at a better time.
I'm comfortable holding an indoor service because more and more people in our community have immunity, whether through vaccination or exposure to the virus. Of course, we will still practice social distancing and will require masks. If you have any feeling of sickness at all, catch our online service.
If you aren't vaccinated, it may still be a good idea for you to worship with us online until the rain goes away and we worship outside again. Just because we can worship inside doesn't necessarily mean it is a good idea for everyone to be there. Covid-19 is still dangerous, and it is impossible to predict perfectly who will be devastated by it and who will be asymptomatic.
If you're vaccinated, young and healthy, we would love to see you in person. If you're not vaccinated and in poor health, we would love to see you too, but maybe you should wait until the weather is better and we worship outside. It is just safer.
Be smart, stay healthy, and I look forward to seeing you soon.
Pastor Nathan
Announcements and Info
- Church Business Meeting postponed to February 28
- MLAJA is looking for a custodian and substitute teachers. If you are interested, please call the school at 532-2855.
Sabbath Information
This Sabbath, we will be meeting at 10:00 am for Sabbath School and 11:00 am for our worship service. We will be meeting indoors for church. The children's Sabbath School classes will be held outdoors in the breezeway of the church and behind the school. The online service will premier at 11:00 am to YouTube and on our Facebook page.
Beginners, Kindergarten and Primary Sabbath School will be meeting in person at 10:00 a.m. in the breezeway of the church.
Junior Sabbath School will be meeting in person at 10:00 a.m.
Youth Sabbath School will be meeting in person at 10:00 a.m.
Collegiate Sabbath School will be meeting in person at 10:00 a.m.
Rodger Moran will be hosting a zoom Sabbath School class at 9:30 am for adults. They will be using the quarterly. Follow this link to join
Meeting ID: 823 2877 8028
Passcode: 220918
JOG, (Journey of Grace) where we are following the adult Sabbath School lesson, a zoom Sabbath school class at 9:30 am for adults, Various teachers. Follow this link to join the class.
Meeting ID: 881 4056 1635
Password: GRACE
Reiker Schultz will be hosting an in-person Sabbath School at 10:00 a.m. for adults. They do Bible-based small group discussion, topic to be decided.
Arnold Trujillo will be hosting a Zoom Sabbath school on Sabbath at 9:30 a.m. for adults. They will be studying the Sabbath School lesson quarterly. Follow this link to join the class.
Meeting ID: 992 8614 6332
Nadine Neufeld will be hosting a phone conference Sabbath school. The dial-in number is (209) 813-1844 pin 1844.
Upcoming Events
THIS WEEKEND - Sabbath, February 13, 2021
- Zoom Sabbath Schools - see above for specific times
- In-person Sabbath Schools - 10:00 a.m.
- In-person Church Service - 11:00 a.m.
- Online Church - 11:00 am Youtube and Facebook
FINANCIAL NEEDS AND GIVING
- Budget through the end of January 2021 - $48,053
- Received through January 31, 2021- $26,877
- Church Members who have birthdays next week:
- February 14 - Holly Hutchins, Beck Phillips, Diane Stewart
- February 15 - Jerry Boone, Nancy and Tim Moyle, Michelle Narita
- February 16 - Dan DuBose, Mandy DuBose
- February 17 - Logan Ervin
- February 18 - Dawn Broyer
- February 19 - Sonya Alvarez, Jewel Snyder, Jennifer Trujillo
- February 20 - Kat Hansen
Church Members who have anniversaries next week:
- February 14 - Gerry & Pauline Smiley
2/5/2021
Happy Sabbath,
I was just drifting off to sleep when I remembered that I hadn’t sent the latest this week. For those who are comfortable gathering, the weather has held and we will have an outdoor Sabbath School and worship service at 10:00 and 11:00 AM respectively.
I look forward to seeing you in person soon!
Pastor Nathan
Announcements and Info
- Church Business Meeting postponed to February 28
- Covid vaccines will be available for 60+. Appointments are available on the website.
Www.Adventisthealth.org/Sonora/patient-resources/ Covid-19-vaccine/ - The Central California Conference of Seventh-day Adventists is canceling its in-person July 2021 Soquel Camp Meeting and the following in-person ministries for the 2021 summer season: Wawona Summer Camp and Teen Bible Academy. As for our Youth Rush Literature Ministry, we are looking to implement a safe and effective modified program (subject to the lifting of current regulations in California, and if that is not available then to partner with one of our Seventh-day Adventist Conferences in another state). These actions were made with much consideration for the health and safety of our children, young people, and members of various communities as we face the ongoing challenges of the global Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
Sabbath Information
This Sabbath, we will be meeting at 10:00 am for Sabbath School and 11:00 am for our worship service. The online service will premier at 11:00 am to YouTube and on our Facebook page.
Beginners, Kindergarten and Primary Sabbath School will be meeting in person at 10:00 a.m.
Junior Sabbath School will be meeting in person at 10:00 a.m.
Youth Sabbath School will be meeting in person at 10:00 a.m.
Collegiate Sabbath School will be meeting in person at 10:00 a.m.
Becky Moore will be hosting a zoom Sabbath School class at 9:30 am for adults. They will be using the quarterly. Follow this link to join the class.
Meeting ID: 827 6698 2821
Passcode: 955676
JOG, (Journey of Grace) where we are following the adult Sabbath School lesson, a zoom Sabbath school class at 9:30 am for adults, Various teachers. Follow this link to join the class.
Meeting ID: 881 4056 1635
Password: GRACE
Reiker Schultz will be hosting an in-person call at 10:00 a.m. for adults. They do Bible-based small group discussion, topic to be decided.
Arnold Trujillo will be hosting a Zoom Sabbath school on Sabbath at 9:30 a.m. for adults. They will be studying the Sabbath School lesson quarterly. Follow this link to join the class.
Meeting ID: 992 8614 6332
Nadine Neufeld will be hosting a phone conference Sabbath school. The dial-in number is (209) 813-1844 pin 1844.
Upcoming Events
THIS WEEKEND - Sabbath, January 30, 2021
- Zoom Sabbath Schools - see above for specific times
- In-person Sabbath Schools - 10:00 a.m.
- In-person Church Service - 11:00 a.m.
- Online Church - 11:00 am Youtube and Facebook
FINANCIAL NEEDS AND GIVING
- Budget through the end of January 2021 - $48,053
- Received through January 31, 2021- $26,877
- Church Members who have birthdays next week:
- February 7 - Michael Jones, Jeffery Madewell
- February 8 - Colleen Carpenter, John Shield, Robert Thomas
- February 9 - Peter Bazan, Cathie Swartz, Terri Weltzheimer
- February 10 - Rex Burchette, Susette Cunnington, Albert Sanchez
- February 11 - Jim Grabow, Mia Lo
- February 13- Camelia Andries, Michelle Fuentes
Church Members who have anniversaries next week:
- February 7 - Bill and Connie Perreira
- February 11 - DelRay and Holly Olberg, Albert and Aneva Sanchez
1/29/2021
Happy Sabbath,
After a rainy week, it looks to be a dry weekend. That means we will be holding an in-person, outdoor church. We will meet for Sabbath School at 10:00 AM, and the worship service will get started at about 11:00 AM. If you’re comfortable, we would love to have you. If you aren’t comfortable, I invite you to join us online at 9:30 AM for Sabbath School. The links are below. Our online worship service begins at 11:00 AM. Check us out on Facebook and YouTube.
On another note, the lighting is finished in the sanctuary, and the carpet is about 99% complete. The church looks fantastic! Be well,
Pastor Nathan
Announcements and Info
- Church Business Meeting postponed to February 28
- Covid vaccines will be available for 75+ and older on January 30 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. at the fairgrounds. They need to verify your age and appointments available on the website.
Www.Adventisthealth.org/Sonora/patient-resources/ Covid-19-vaccine/ - The Central California Conference of Seventh-day Adventists is canceling its in-person July 2021 Soquel Camp Meeting and the following in-person ministries for the 2021 summer season: Wawona Summer Camp and Teen Bible Academy. As for our Youth Rush Literature Ministry, we are looking to implement a safe and effective modified program (subject to the lifting of current regulations in California, and if that is not available then to partner with one of our Seventh-day Adventist Conferences in another state). These actions were made with much consideration for the health and safety of our children, young people, and members of various communities as we face the ongoing challenges of the global Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
Sabbath Information
This Sabbath, we will be meeting at 10:00 am for Sabbath School and 11:00 am for our worship service. The online service will premier at 11:00 am on YouTube and on our Facebook page.
Beginners, Kindergarten and Primary Sabbath School will be meeting in person at 10:00 a.m.
Junior Sabbath School will be meeting in person at 10:00 a.m.
Youth Sabbath School will be meeting in person at 10:00 a.m.
Collegiate Sabbath School will be meeting in person at 10:00 a.m.
Stan Wheeler will be leading and Becky Moore will be hosting a zoom Sabbath School class at 9:30 am for adults. They will be using the quarterly. Follow this link to join the class.
Meeting ID: 838 3130 5879
Passcode: 815144
JOG, (Journey of Grace) where we are following the adult Sabbath School lesson, a zoom Sabbath school class at 9:30 am for adults, Various teachers. Follow this link to join the class.
Meeting ID: 881 4056 1635
Password: GRACE
Reiker Schultz will be hosting an in-person call at 10:00 a.m. for adults. They do Bible-based small group discussion, topic to be decided.
Arnold Trujillo will be hosting a Zoom Sabbath school on Sabbath at 9:30 a.m. for adults. They will be studying the Sabbath School lesson quarterly. Follow this link to join the class.
Meeting ID: 992 8614 6332
Nadine Neufeld will be hosting a phone conference Sabbath School. The dial-in number is (209) 813-1844 pin 1844.
Upcoming Events
THIS WEEKEND - Sabbath, January 30, 2021
- Zoom Sabbath Schools - see above for specific times
- In-person Sabbath Schools - 10:00 a.m.
- In-person Church Service - 11:00 a.m.
- Online Church - 11:00 am Youtube and Facebook
FINANCIAL NEEDS AND GIVING
- Budget through the end of January 2021 - $48,053
- Received through January 23, 2021- $9510
- Church Members who have birthdays next week:
- January 31 - Baylee Israel, Alaina Schultz
- February 1 - Carey McCulloch
- February 2 - Sadie Elias, Jotham Gallimore
- February 4 - Cindy Colwell, Art Narita
- February 5 - James Boyd, Rebecca Luzader
- February 6 - Sierra Rohde-Moe
No Church Members have anniversaries next week:
1/22/2021
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Happy Sabbath,
Sabbath Information Beginners, Kindergarten and Primary Sabbath School will be meeting in person at 10:00 a.m. Collegiate Sabbath School will be meeting in person at 10:00 a.m. Perry Haugen will be leading and Becky Moore will be hosting a zoom Sabbath School class at 9:30 am for adults. They will be using the quarterly. Follow this link to join the class. Reiker Schultz will be hosting an in-person call at 10:00 a.m. for adults. They do Bible-based small group discussion, topic to be decided. Arnold Trujillo will be hosting a Zoom Sabbath school on Sabbath at 9:30 a.m. for adults. They will be studying the Sabbath School lesson quarterly. Follow this link to join the class. Meeting ID: 970 5492 7638 Upcoming Events
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1/15/2021
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Happy Sabbath, My grandmother wasn't an active follower of Jesus for most of her life. As she neared the end, she made peace with God. When my mother asked her about how she was with God, grandma replied, "I'm safe in the arms of Jesus." No matter what is going on in your life or the world around you, you are safe if you are in Jesus' arms. He has conquered death and has promised to come again and restore all things. However great the loss or setback, Jesus' grace much more abounds (see Romans 5).
Sabbath Information Beginners, Kindergarten and Primary Sabbath School will be meeting in person at 10:00 a.m. Collegiate Sabbath School will be meeting in person at 10:00 a.m Tim Colwell will be leading and Becky Moore will be hosting a zoom Sabbath School class at 9:30 am for adults. They will be using the quarterly. Follow this link to join the class. Reiker Schultz will be hosting an in-person call at 10:00 a.m. for adults. They do Bible-based small group discussion, topic to be decided. Arnold Trujillo will be hosting a Zoom Sabbath school on Sabbath at 9:30 a.m. for adults. They will be studying the Sabbath School lesson quarterly. Follow this link to join the class. Meeting ID: 970 5492 7638 Upcoming Events
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