First Things First Newsletter

Annual Conference in session in Sacramento June 26-29: Please keep all clergy and elected lay members in your prayers as they gather for worship, fellowship, and the work of the wider church. We give thanks for Elba and Jan, who will represent Roseville, and for Adam, who will serve as a young adult rep. from the Great Northern District.

Bishop's Offering for Fred Finch Youth & Family Services: As part of the Annual Conference theme, "Healing the World," Bishop Sandy is inviting congregations to support the ministry of Fred Finch Youth & Family Services, which provides behavioral health, educational, and supportive services for children, youth, young adults, and families. If you would like to contribute, please write "Bishop's Offering" on the memo or notation line of your check or envelope. We will present the congregation's offering at Annual Conference later this week.

Ladies' Tea Time Social: Wednesday, June 24 at 10:30 AM at the home of Chris Handley. All women of the church are invited for a morning of fellowship and refreshments. This month's gathering features a patriotic theme. For more information see Chris Handley or Ruth Ann Baker.

 
"Our Hearts Were Strangely Lukewarm" Seminar Discussion:  This is the last week to join Cathie Wierbick in a seminar organized by the United Methodist General Commission on Religion & Race based on the book "Our Hearts Were Strangely Lukewarm: The American Methodist Church and the Struggle with White Supremacy" by John Elford. The last session is on Wednesday evening June 24 at 6:00 p.m. in Heritage Chapel.  

Celebration of Ministry during worship on Sunday, July 5:  We will pause our Summer Shorts series for the day as we give thanks for the ministry we have shared, celebrate Pastor Angel's new 1/4 time DS appointment, and pray for the year ahead. Following worship, everyone is invited to a Hot Dog Lunch in Backman Hall. We hope you will join us for this special day in the life of our church.

Summer Shorts Worship Series: Tiny Stories, Big Questions:  This summer we'll keep things casual as we explore the shortest books of the Bible - tiny stories that ask big questions about faith and life. Wear your summer attire - shorts, Hawaiian shirts - and join us.

Children's Center:  Our Children’s Center is open during Sunday worship for families who may need a space for their child(ren) but will be unstaffed during the summer months, so parents or guardians are asked to remain with their children while using the space. The room does include audio and video access to the worship service so families can continue to participate in worship together.