Sock-It-To-Me Drive:  We're collecting new socks, new or gently used coats and blankets to share with neighbors experiencing homelessness. Please place your donations in the basket at the rear of the sanctuary. For more information see Eleanor.

Election Night Prayer Vigil: On Tues. Nov. 3, the UMC California-Nevada Conference is inviting members to a prayer vigil for election night. It will be a time of silent reflections, guided meditations, and community prayers. Meeting will be from 8-10 p.m. via zoom: https://www.cnumc.org/newsdetails/election-night-prayer-vigil-20068662 

Memorial Service for Barbara Hulse:  Saturday, November 7. We will gather to remember and celebrate the life of Barbara. Viewing at 10:00 AM and the service will start at 11:00 AM in the Sanctuary.  Reception to follow in Backman Hall.

Pastor Angel to be Commissioned as EarthKeeper during Virtual Service--Tue., Nov. 10: The service, organized by the UM General Board of Global Ministries, will be online via Facebook Live on Tuesday, Nov. 10 at 5:00 p.m. (Pacific). We will have more information as the date gets closer. 

Church Conference 2026:  Our annual Church Conference will be held at Loomis FUMC on Sunday, November 15 at 3:00 PM. This will be a circuit-wide gathering with our District Superintendent Mike Harrell joining us. We will elect lay leadership, approve the pastor's compensation, and celebrate the life and ministry of First Church. All are welcome to attend and professing members are eligible to vote.

A Gathering for Gratitude, Greens & Grub - Nov. 27 at 10:00 AM: Come with thankful hearts, help deck the halls, and bring your favorite Thanksgiving leftovers to share! We will begin with Holy Communion in Heritage Chapel.

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, 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. 

Sing a New Song, Join the Choir!  If you have a heart and passion for worship, we would love to see you at our choir rehearsals on Saturdays at 10 a.m. in the Sanctuary.   For more info see Eleanor Kenitzer. 

Centering Prayer: Saturdays from 9 a.m. - 10 a.m. Heritage Chapel.

Pastor Hope from Incarnation Anglican Church in Roseville leads a weekly gathering for silent, contemplative prayer. It is a gentle method of silent meditation rooted in ancient Christian Contemplative tradition, inviting us to step away from the daily distractions and find stillness in the presence of God. All are welcome and invited. Coffee from The Fig Tree Coffee Shop will be served. For more information please email Hope Henkelmann at hopehenkelmann@yahoo.com.