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August/September 2017
If you were to walk into the Rohde household today, you wouldn’t have to be there too long before you’d hear someone cry — the baby could be hungry, our two-year-old could be throwing one of his lovely tantrums, or I might be sobbing on the patio because our five-year-old is growing up too fast. Our son is at that tricky stage of development where he can’t always express what he wants or what he’s thinking…the “terrible twos.” To make things more difficult, he’s hitting the stage right when there is a lot of transition in our home. We’re doing our best to listen and pay attention to his needs, even when it’s difficult.
In the same way that my wife and I have to adapt to our son’s developmental stage to understand and communicate with him, our church needs to learn and adapt to the changing needs around us to communicate effectively within our community, both on and off campus. Whether it’s a Sunday message or a mid-week meeting, so much of what we do hinges on how we communicate. As a church, our goal isn’t to entertain or to put on a program. Our goal is to live into the community that Christ has called us to be in this corner of Huntington Beach. One of the main components of that calling is engaging one another in faith conversations. Whether those conversations take place in a formal small group, at Sunday brunch after church or online, we grow as we interact with Scripture and with one another. I invite you to join the conversation, to listen to one another and to share your own stories. If you haven’t explored our website, Facebook page or blog, visit them. Extend lunch invitations and join small groups. Don’t be afraid to engage with what God is doing in this place. Grace and Peace, Dave
From the BridgeFrom the Bridge Interim Pastor Dave RohdeInterim Pastor Dave Rohde
SUMMER RECAP
SERMON SERIES
NEW BIBLE STUDY
MOVIE NIGHT
TO YOUR GOOD HEALTH
BACK TO SCHOOL
CHILDREN MINISTRY
FROM THE CHOIR LOFT
THE FINAL WORD
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Summer Recap
2017 VBS
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Sunday, Sept. 3 followed by BBQ
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4-week Study begins Sunday, September 24 10:30 a.m. in Room C/D
Sermon Series beginning September 3, 2017
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Donate flowers to beautify our worship services. Dates in the months of August and October are available. Contact Helen Nelson 714-893-8644.
Friday, September 22, 2017 Family Worship Center
7:00 PM
showing War Room Rated PG Entrance and Popcorn are FREE!!!!
From the award-winning creators of Fireproof and Courageous comes War Room, a compelling drama with humor and heart that explores the power that prayer can have on marriages, parenting, careers, friendships, and every other area of our lives. Tony and Elizabeth Jordan have it all – great jobs, a beautiful daughter, and their dream house. But appearances can be deceiving. Tony and Elizabeth Jordan’s world is actually crumbling under the strain of a failing marriage. While Tony basks in his professional success and flirts with temptation, Elizabeth resigns herself to increasing bitterness. But their lives take an unexpected turn when Elizabeth meets her newest client, Miss Clara, and is challenged to establish a “war room” and a battle plan of prayer for her family. As Elizabeth tries to fight for her family, Tony’s hidden struggles come to light. Tony must decide if he will make amends to his family and prove Miss Clara’s wisdom that victories don’t come by accident.
ALL CHURCH GAME NIGHT AND POTLUCK—Bring the whole family and join us for a night of fun and fellowship on Fridays, August 18 and September 15, from 6:00—8:00 p.m. in the Youth Center. There will be games for all ages, or bring your favorite board or card game and a dish to share (ready to serve).
in the Youth Center
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Dr. Cordula Dick-Muelke will return to St. Peters with another great presentation Saturday, September 9, 2017, 9:00-11:30 a.m. in Family Worship Center
STAYING EMOTIONALLY HEALTHY AS WE AGE—This presentation emphasizes the importance of emotional as
well as physical health in adulthood. In this session you will learn that depression is NOT a normal part of aging, what that would look like and how it feels different in adulthood. Symptoms that signal it is time to see a professional, and ways to stay emotionally on track - from exercise to meditation. No pre-registration required.
Flu Clinic—Sunday September 24, 2017 8:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m. Room B upstairs in the Family Worship Center This clinic is FREE since vaccine is given to us from Community Medicine at HOAG hospital. It is offered to all from ages nine years old to beyond. Flu can be a deadly disease at any age, and especially to seniors and the very young. Protect yourself and thereby protect your family. It is available to all in the community, so feel free to invite friends and neighbors to participate.
OC Office on Aging Launches OC Senior Resources Mobile App
At the South County Senior Summit in May, hosted by Supervisor Lisa Bartlett, Fifth District, in Laguna Woods, the Orange County Office on Aging announced it launched the OC Senior Resources mobile application. The free mobile app allows the public to easily access senior services and resources, such as disability services, caregiver support, employment, education, financial assistance, and insurance. Additional features allow individuals to seek hotline numbers, behavioral health services, veteran benefits and volunteer opportunities. "We're always looking for new ways to increase engagement with the senior members of our community and their families," said Supervisor Bartlett. "With so many county residents using smartphones and tablets, we are excited to offer this mobile-friendly countywide resource tool for young-at-heart constituents," said Board of Supervisors Chairwoman Michelle Steel, Second District Supervisor. The OC Senior Resources mobile app is available for download on Android, iPhone and iPad. Simply search "OC Senior" on the App Store or Google Play.
Brought to you by St. Peter’s Health Ministry
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For more information contact Danyela Zamudio
Children’s Ministry Coordinator [email protected]
Kids’ Night Out is our monthly community outreach to parents with children from kindergarten through 5th grade. Fun, food and entertainment will be available for kids from 5:30 until 8:30 p.m. the 2nd Friday of the month. This is a safe, fun place to leave your young ones while you go and have some quiet time. Cost is $10.00 per child.
E-mail Danyela at [email protected] to register.
Kids’ Night Out Fridays, Aug. 11 & Sept. 8
Over the next couple weeks, we will be moving things around in the Children Center, the Music Office and the Church Office. This is in preparation for installation of new carpet in the Children’s and Music area, and the installation of new flooring in the copy room. The actual installation will take place the week of August 7 – 11. Thank you for your patience.
Registration begins September 1 (even if you
are part of the program now you must re-enroll)
NPO #84736 Participants are required to register for the new term online at www.ralphs.com or by calling 800-443-4438 starting September 1, 2017. Even if you have registered as recently as June, July or August 2017, you are required to register again beginning September 1. For your convenience, step-by-step website registration instructions can be found at www.ralphs.com, click on Community, click on Community Contributions, click on ‘Enroll Now’. If you don’t have computer access, please call Ralph’s at 1-800-443-4438 for assistance.
Shop at Ralphs? Have part of your purchase price donated to
St. Peter’s.
Oak View Literacy Program—September is just around the corner and soon students will be heading back to school. Oak View, one of our local neighborhoods just down Warner Avenue, is in need of donations of back-to-school supplies for their Literacy Program and special after-school programs for children. Most needed are #2 pencils, colored pencils, pencil boxes/pencil bags, pencil sharpeners, white school glue, glue sticks, lined paper, notebooks, report folders, washable markers, erasers, crayons, children’s scissors, Kleenex, and hand sanitizer. There will be donation boxes on the patio between services August 20, 27, and September 3. Look for sales on back-to-school items going on now at the office stores, Target, Walmart, and most drugstores and please help fill the boxes.
Mission Outreach Opportunity Oak View Literacy Programs
August 23, 30, September 6
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The Final Word... A new commandment I give to you,
that you love one another just as I have loved you.
John 13:34
16911 Bolsa Chica Street
Huntington Beach, CA 92649
714-846-6641
www.stpetershb.org
Wednesday, September 6, 2017 Pot Luck 6:00 p.m. and Rehearsal 7:00 p.m.
It's hard to believe that summer is almost over, and we all know what that means...it's time for the new Choir season! That's right! We're warming up our relaxed vocal chords, dusting off our choir folders, clearing Wednesday night's on our calendars, rounding up those delicious new recipes for Choir potlucks, but, mostly, we are ready to serve God with our singing on Sunday mornings, and we are hoping you will join us this new season. Our first rehearsal is Wednesday, September 6. We are starting with our annual potluck at 6:00 p.m. in the Family Worship Center, then we will begin rehearsal at 7:00 p.m. New member? Be our guest, bring your appetite, and your voice. We will provide the rest! No previous experience necessary - just a desire to sing and join this great group! Questions? Please feel free call the church office (714-846-6641) or e-mail [email protected]. Your voice matters!
Ever thought about joining the choir? Now is your chance. On Sunday, August 20 the Congregational Choir will present the anthem during the offertory in the 9:00 a.m. service. We will be singing a familiar hymn and will meet at 8:00 a.m. in the Family Worship Center to rehearse. Anyone from the congregation may join the choir to sing our anthem for the day. If you love to sing we encourage you to come forward. You may sit with your family and friends during the rest of the service. Wear what you normally wear to church and join in. Hope to see you in the choir loft on August 20!
Sunday, August 20, 2017 Summer Congregational Choir
