Loving God with Our Minds Book-of-the-Month Study & Potluck
Sunday October 26 – 11 AM
Fireside Room
Finding Our Way: Love and Law in The United Methodist Church by Rueben Job and Neil Alexander.
This month’s book is a collection written by eight United Methodist bishops, addressing the questions and conflict around homosexual practice in the church. In this critical time of transformation and new life in our denomination, these essays
are helpful in enabling us to listen to one another’s views respectfully, as well as in pointing the way to some new options
and directions. This is not a rehash of the old same debate, but a new and thoughtful attempt to be faithful in discerning the leading of the Spirit. Read, ponder, pray – and come for what will be a lively discussion! The book is available Sundays at the Hospitality Table, for loan in the church office, and in Nook and Kindle formats.
Newcomer Mingle
Sunday November 2 – 11 AM
Fireside Room
If you are interested in membership or have questions about the life of First UMC, come to the Fireside Room Sunday November 2 after worship. Get a cup of coffee, mingle with the pastors, other newcomers and a few leaders of the congregation.
Flu Shot Clinic
Wednesday November 12 – 9 AM to 11:30 AM
Simkins Hall in The Shelby Center
The Health Ministry Council is again sponsoring the Flu Shot Clinic. No appointment necessary.
UMW Christmas Bazaar
Friday November 14 Preview Day: 5 – 8 PM ($5 entrance, includes soup & bread)
Saturday November 15 (free) 9 AM – 12 PM
Simkins Hall in The Shelby Center
The United Methodist Women present their 2014 “Year of Hope” Holiday Boutique Find beautiful handmade gifts and homemade goodies. All proceeds benefit missions supported by UMW. For more info, to donate items, or to volunteer, contact Joy Williams: 310-476-9480.
7 Principles for Marriage Date Night
Friday November 14 from 6:00 PM to 9:30 PM
Room 101
Come take part in another primer discussion before leaving the kids with us and going on a meaningful date with your spouse. Spread the word. This vital ministry is here to help you rekindle your friendship with your spouse through some fun, quality time. This month’s principle is “Solve your solvable problems.” Children must be registered for childcare by Wednesday, November 12.
Youth Fall Retreat
Saturday November 15 -9 AM to Sunday November 16 – 4 PM
Dropoff and pickup at First UMC Santa Monica
For more information contact Rev. Robert English r.english@santamonicaumc.org.