THIS WEEK at UCH+UCC - August 31, 2008 edition
the little church with a really big heart
where God is still speaking,

Dear Ones,
    Happy Labor Day Weekend!  Back in the South, this was the last official weekend to wear white shoes.  Ah, but I suppose those social mores have gone by the side?sometimes I do miss that social structure!  For most folks, this week holds an "extra day" of play.  Workers and retirees alike, let's take a moment and give thanks?for the gift, grace and wonder of being able to work, esp. if your job was/is rewarding?and, for the immense impact the labor of others has upon our lives!  MLK, I think from Gandhi, used to advocate considering all the hands that make possible our daily lives?consider a meal, a work project, the clothes we wear, the furniture and tools we use.  Anything we touch has already been touched by others - from raw goods, manufacturing, transport to sales.  We are tightly woven into a global web of connections.  May be grateful and remain mindful that we are so dependent upon one another.  God bless all those workers, bless those hard-working hands!
    And, remember to bring your saved WATER to church next Sunday!
In the Big Love, Rev. Kathryn

TODAY and THIS WEEK
31 - 10am worship  - "Sneaky Midwives" What to do when mortal law betrays divine law?  Musician & Anthem: Mary Gallahue.
1 - Labor Day Holiday; Rev. Kathryn Off
2 - Pastor's Sabbath
3 - 7pm Twin Bridges (SAN)
4 - 7:30pm Choir practice (SAN)
4 - evening Wedding Rehearsal for Huntzinger Family.  Rev. Kathryn officiating.(Oakley)
6 - 530pm Wedding for Huntzinger Family.  Rev. Kathryn officiating. (Oakley)

NEXT SUNDAY
7 - 10am worship Holy Communion. Gathering of the Waters Sunday.  Choir returns.  Musician: John Robinson.  Anthem: Choir.
7 - Ice Cream social following worship.

 
Judy Chan, of UCC Global Ministries, in Hong Kong, Reflects on the China Olympics
    "For much of the world, the past 17 days have been consumed by the 2008 Summer Olympics. Yet, Hong Kong has been watching and waiting for seven years since Beijing was awarded the Games in 2001. When it was first announced, I worried whether China would be able to live up to the promises made to the international community. I knew money was not an issue but everything else might be..." To read the rest of Judy's reflection, click here: http://www.globalministries.org/eap/missionaries/one-world-one-dream.html

Protecting Native Sacred Site
    East Bay Regional Parks District will have a board meeting on Tuesday September 2nd will not address the Brushy Peak Trails, which breech sacred spaces.  We will get the word out if posted on the October board meeting agenda.  In the meantime, a letter is available in the narthex, based upon discussions with UCH and Ohlone folks.  People who read it today agreed with content.  IF YOU HAVE SUGGESTIONS, please email to church this week.  We hope to have a final copy at church on Sunday for folks to sign.  And note, individuals can write to their representatives on the EBRPD board -- see the website to find your ward, rep, and mailing address.  http://www.ebparks.org/

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The Rev. Kathryn Schreiber
United Church of Hayward, UCC * the little church with a really big heart where God is Still Speaking,
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South Hayward Parish's Volunteer Appreciation
Dinner & Dessert Auction 2008
Saturday September 13th, at 5:00PM

    The $15.00 suggested donation is for an all you can eat antipasti bar, spaghetti dinner, salad, beverages, ice cream and an opportunity to bid on delicious desserts.
     Attend and/or donate a dessert to be auctioned off by Rev. Lee Williamson.

this event will be held at:
Westminster Hills Presbyterian Church
27287 Patrick Ave.  Hayward, CA
For more information call 510.782.5795

ALL PROCEEDS TO BENEFIT SOUTH HAYWARD PARISH.