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New classes for adults have begun. Something for every stage of your journey and every day of the week! Learn more here. Try out our new online registration feature. |
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LAUMC Live — Watch all LAUMC services live from your computer! |
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Reconciling churches welcome all persons into full participation in the life of the congregation regardless of age, sex, racial or ethnic background, sexual orientation, marriage status, or physical or mental condition. To learn more, click here. |
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Kids Summer Program Registration Registration has begun for this summer's Vacation Bible School, June 14–18, AND for Camp Re-New, a performing arts camp for kids in August. Click here to learn more. Or download the registration forms: VBS Form | Camp RENEW Form |
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Haiti Relief Efforts and How to Help You can assist with the relief efforts following the earthquake in Haiti by donating funds to the United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) either online at www.umcorhaiti.org or by submitting a check to LAUMC with "Haiti" in the memo field. |
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2010 Women's Retreat, April 9–11 — More info You are invited to the LAUMC Women's Retreat at Villa Maria del Mar in Santa Cruz. Come share stories, laughter, prayer, the beauty and sounds of the ocean, walks on the beach and a well-deserved rest at this beautiful retreat site. Registration forms can be turned in at the information desk after church services or delivered/mailed to the church office. |
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Make a difference: College Mexico Mission trip 2010 Trip dates: July 31–August 7 / Sign-ups going on now A Mexico Mission Trip for college age students....How awesome does that sound? It will be a reunion of friends, a chance to change the world (again for many of us), do something different in the middle of the summer, and reconnect with LAUMC. This trip will remind you of the power of community, the sacredness of friendships, and the reason we believe in this great God we follow. Registration forms and information can be found by clicking here. |
March 13 |
DADS (Dads Are Doing Stuff) Dads, bring your kids and join DADS (Dads Are Doing Stuff) on a Geocaching Adventure March 13 at 9:30am. We'll hike a little less than 2 mostly flat miles and find hidden treasures on the way! Bring fast food toys, superballs, or other small trinkets to trade, and meet us in the church parking lot. If you have a GPS, bring that too! Or, contact Brian Jones (brian.b.jones@gmail.com) to get directions straight to the hike. |
March 13 |
Adelphian Choir Concert Saturday, March 13 at 7:30pm The Adelphian Choir from the University of Puget Sound in Tacoma, Washington, will be here to share in concert with us AND participate at the 9:30am worship service on March 14. Adelphian Choir, made up of 43 singers, is one of the signature groups of the university and is recognized as one of the Northwest's most acclaimed ensembles. This is the choir of two Starfire Alumni, Dustin Damonte and Ricky Roy, who are eager and excited to share our church with their choir. |
March 13 & 14 |
Chancel Choir joins Master Sinfonia for concert Saturday, March 13, 8:00pm, Valley Presbyterian Church, Portola Valley Sunday, March 14, 3:00pm, Sanctuary Our LAUMC Chancel Choir, Viva la Musica and Master Sinfonia Orchestra will present Beethoven's Mass in C Major on March 13 and 14. This Mass is a work of enormous beauty and reverence. The choirs have been prepared to sing this magnificent work under the direction of Shulamit Hoffmann; the performances will be directed by Master Sinfonia Conductor, David Ramadanoff. Joseph Haydn's Symphony No. 88 in G Major will round out the program. Tickets ($20/general, $16/senors, $5/youth under 18) will be available at the door. |
March 20 |
Starting the Journey Membership Class Saturday, March 20, 9:00am to 2:00pm Considering membership? Attending our "Starting the Journey" membership class is one of the requirements for membership at Los Altos UMC. Our spring membership class, facilitated by Pastor Debbie Weatherspoon, will be held on Saturday, March 20 from 9:00am to 2:00pm with members being received on Sunday, March 27 at the 5:00pm service. New members and their families are invited to stay for the weekly fellowship dinner immediately following at 6:15pm. For more information or to register, contact our Adult Ministry Coordinator, Patricia Parfett (650-383-9322 or patriciaparfett@laumc.org). |
Now–March 29 |
Flowers decorate the Sanctuary for Easter Each year our Sanctuary is beautifully decorated for Easter with lovely spring flowers. Making a donation towards the purchase of these flowers is a wonderful way to honor your loved ones, to celebrate a special event, to congratulate someone or to just give a gift to the church. Order envelopes will be available in the pew pockets, at the Connection Point in the Redwood Room or in the Church Office beginning Sunday, March 7. Place your check for $12 per plant (marked "flowers" on the memo line) in the envelope and place it in the Sunday offering or mail it to LAUMC. The deadline for ordering will be Monday, March 29. Note: We will not be using Easter lilies this year due to allergic reactions for many. |
March 20-29 |
Good old LAUMC hospitality Would you consider hosting a pair of Japanese students in your home? Darren Damonte (Dirk's amazing brother) will bring 8 Japanese students to Los Altos Saturday, March 20 through Monday, March 29. As a host you will drop off and pick up a pair of students/teachers from church or school each day, and bring them to a LAUMC church service on both Sundays. The rest of their weekend time is free for you to bond and explore the bay area together. If you can show some awesome LAUMC hospitality, contact Lisa Conway. |
March 21– |
Donation "tree" for Mexico Look for a donation "tree" in the church entry and in Creekside on March 21 and 28, giving you an opportunity to purchase items to be donated to the Mexican family when our Mexico mission team dedicates the house they've built for them in April. Select a tag from the clothes line and return your purchased item(s) to the collection bins, which will be in the church entry March 21 through April 6 marked "Mexico Mission." |
March 24-28 |
UMVIM Training Opportunity When disaster strikes, you and your church will care... But... will YOU be prepared? Attend the United Methodist Volunteers in Mission Disaster Preparedness & Response Training Workshop March 24-28 (Thursday through Sunday) at Camp Lodestar. Click here for more information and registration forms. Contact Bob Lee at genrlrel@pacbell.net for more information. |
March 28 |
Sharing Our Table monthly food drive Every fourth Sunday LAUMC holds a food drive to benefit people in need in our own community through Community Services Agency. Our next collection will be Sunday, March 28. Please bring to church non-perishable food items, such as flour, cereal, canned fruit or vegetables, canned meat, condiments, sugar, cooking oil, etc. View the flyer for more information. |
April 5 |
Good News Article Deadline Articles for the April issue of the Good News church newsletter must be submitted to Hallis Ayres by April 5. This issue will be distributed on April 9. We appreciate receiving your articles in Word format, sent as an email attachment when possible. Please note that we do reserve the right to exercise editorial privileges as necessary. |
April 7 |
New class: John Wesley, our forgotten founder We are excited about an upcoming class about the founder of Methodism, John Wesley, to be held on Wednesdays, April 7, 14 & 21 in the Chapel. Rev. Dave Wolf, retired Methodist pastor, will help us become acquainted, or re-acquainted, with this amazing, intriguing and courageous scholar, priest, preacher and agent for change. We will look at his very human side as well as hear his spiritual advice, generated by his own experience of God's love. |
April 9–11 |
2010 Women's Retreat Registration going on now / Retreat dates April 9–11 — More info You are invited to the LAUMC Women's Retreat at Villa Maria del Mar in Santa Cruz. Come share stories, laughter, prayer, the beauty and sounds of the ocean, walks on the beach and a well-deserved rest at this beautiful retreat site. The cost of the retreat is $275 for a single room and $250 per person for a double room. Your payment and registration form can be turned in at the information desk after church services or delivered/mailed to the church office. Register early because space is limited. If you have questions, contact Sue DeLong (sueddelong@aol.com or 650-941-4043), Susan O'Neil (408- 245-5304) or Bonnie Bollwinkel (650-988-1246). Click here for more information. |
April 11 |
Ashland Adventure 2010 Trip dates: October 20-23 / Sign-ups begin April 11 Mark & Bonnie are hosting their annual Ashland Adventure, October 20-23, a group bus trip to Ashland, Oregon, home of the Shakespeare Festival. See three plays in four days, enjoy a complimentary banquet, lovely hotel accommodations, and choose side trips in the area. All this for $610 per person! Sign-ups start Sunday, April 11 — bring your $100 deposit and make your reservations after each morning worship service at the Connection Point. You may also mail or deliver your registration form with the deposit to the Church Office. There is a maximum number of participants so hurry, this will fill up fast! Questions: call or email Nancy Roslund (408-866-7648 or nancyrpaints@sbcglobal.net). |
April 14 |
Bible Classes: "What the Bible Says About Homosexuality" Wednesday, April 14, 7:00pm, Youth Room Pastors Mark Bollwinkel and Dirk Damonte are taking turns leading these one-time, 90-minute classes on "What the Bible Does and Doesn't Say About Homosexuality." It is important to understand the history and context of the verses in both the Old and New Testament that are often used to shape the discussion around Christianity and homosexuality. All are welcome and encouraged to attend. No registration necessary. This is a single session class with a variety of times to meet your schedule. If you have any questions feel free to direct them to Pastor Mark or Pastor Dirk. Classes will be repeated on May 2 at 12:30pm & May 15 at 10:00am. |
April 21 |
Enjoy ragtime favorites while supporting LAUMC's music program Wednesday, April 21, 7:30pm Scott Kirby, a renowned performer and composer, will be returning to LAUMC on Wednesday, April 21 for a performance of classic ragtime favorites, early jazz and American treasures. Scott has been a big hit in the past, so get your tickets early! Tickets ($18; $15 for students/seniors) can be purchased by sending your check (made out to LAUMC) and a self-addressed envelope to Pat Osborne, 441 San Domingo Way, Los Altos, CA 94022. Tickets will also be available after services in April. For more information, contact either Pat Osborne (650-948-7955) or Melanie Ercoli (650-962-0962). |
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Opinion Paper |
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2020 Vision Framework for the Future A full and detailed 2020 Vision report has been released with valuable information about the past, present and future for our church community. Learn more about 2020 Vision here. |
