Fed Family Saratoga Federated Church Newsletter

Sep/Oct 2016

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Life in God w Life with Others w Life for Others

Serve Sunday, October 23Our next Serve Sunday will be held

on October 23.Serve Sundays provide a meaningful

opportunity for us to practice all three of our core values: Life In God, Life With Others and Life For Others. By doing this on a Sunday morning, we are practicing the “spiritual act of worship” referred to in Romans 12:1. By doing this as a church body, we are practicing life with others. By serving in, among and alongside the community, we are engaging in life for others.

If you have joined us before, you know how valuable this time is. If you haven’t yet tried it, this is the time. We

really hope to see our whole church family join us to serve on Sunday, October 23. This is a great day to serve the community and meet new SFC friends as you work together to bless our local neighbors.

More information about specific projects will be coming soon. This is a great time to let us know if you have any particular new project ideas or would like to volunteer to lead a project. Just email me at jerry@saratogafederated.org. Watch for updated information on our website at www.saratogafederated.org/serve.html.Jerry Bruce

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Important Dates September

15 - Book Club 17 - Respite Day 24 - Men’s Breakfast 25 - Estate Planning Seminar

October 4 - Women’s Luncheon 7-8- Women’s Prayer Retreat 15 - Men’s Breakfast 18 - Red Cross Blood Drive 23 - Serve Sunday

2 From Pastor Gabe Book Club

3 Red Cross Blood Drive Men’s Bible Study Estate Planning Seminar Respite Day

4 Family Ministries Update

5 Women’s Prayer Retreat Life Groups

6 Worship Ministries Update

8 The Confidence Trap Parent Recharge

9 Community Bible Study Love & Logic Clubhouse for 3rd - 5th Graders

10 Praying Together Monday Moms

11 Men’s Breakfast Women’s Fellowship

12 Celebrations

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Book Club The September Book

Club meeting will be held Thursday, September 15 at 12:15 pm in room 111. We will be discussing the second half of The Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck. This Pulitzer Prize winning epic of the Great Depression chronicles the dust bowl migration of the 1930s and tells the story of one Oklahoma farm family, the Joads, driven from their homestead and forced to travel west to the promised land of California.

The October Book Club meeting will be held on Thursday, October 20 at 12:15 pm in room 111. For October we will be reading A Man Called Ove by Fredrick Backmen. Meet Ove. He’s a curmudgeon. People call him “the bitter neighbor from hell.” Behind the cranky exterior there is a story and a sadness. This is a comical and heartwarming tale of unkempt cats, unexpected friendship and the ancient art of backing up a U-Haul all of which will change one cranky old man and a local residents’ association to their very foundations.

For questions or more information about the Book Club, contact Jeannie Hilt at (408) 984-2266.

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From the Desk of Pastor GabeWhy does rest matter? As we approach

Labor Day 2016, it is important to consider the theology of rest that God lays out in the Bible. Labor Day was instituted late in the 19th century by the Labor Movement in an effort to push back against the long hours and endless striving brought on by the industrial revolution. With our (somewhat) balanced modern work weeks, Labor Day simply signals the end of summer with pool parties and hot dogs. However, over a hundred years ago, it was a rare glimpse of rest in an unrelenting working world.

It is strange but necessary that we need to remind ourselves not to work. Our human nature is to strive and to toil often times without rest. That is why God models rest for us in the creation account. God rested not out of necessity but as an example for us. Additionally, God formalized rest when he commanded us to keep the Sabbath holy. This is not an esoteric concept or a minor law summoned by those with poor work ethics. Rest is important to God.

If we know we need rest and if God commands rest, then why is rest so hard?

Rest is hard because rest requires faith. When you rest, you are doing many things in your relationship to God. You are acknowledging that he provides even when you aren’t at work. You are acknowledging he is control even when you aren’t active. You are acknowledging that he sees all even when your eyes are closed. Rest is a moment of release and surrender. Rest is a theological statement unto itself.

Having returned from my sabbatical, I want to express many thanks to the people of SFC for allowing me to rest. My sabbatical was both restful and productive, and I am thrilled to be back with you. This time away allowed me to gather my thoughts regarding sermons and vision for the coming year. This break also allowed me to put the finishing touches on my doctoral project and complete my Doctor of Ministry degree from Fuller Seminary. But more than anything, I was reminded of rest. I rested in the fact that SFC is God’s church and not mine - and that he would care for it. Rest requires faith because it makes us let go and trust God.

Get some rest this week!Gabe Gilliam

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Red Cross Blood DriveTuesday, October 18 at SFC

Our church is hosting a vital Red Cross Blood Drive on Tuesday, October 18, from noon to 6:00 pm. There is currently a severe shortage of blood supplies. We need your help.

It takes about an hour from your day to give blood. Each donation saves as many as three lives. The average adult can safely give blood every eight weeks.

Sign up on our website or at www.redcrossblood.org/give. Also you can call the Red Cross blood line at 1-800-RED-

CROSS (1-800-733-2767) to schedule an appointment with a live person. You can schedule an appointment time that is convenient for you.

Take a moment, save a life! This is a great way we can help life thrive by living Life For Others. Thank you.Jerry Bruce

Bridge Builders30th Respite DaySaturday, September 17

9:00 am to 1:00 pm

(volunteers arrive at 8:15 am for training and breakfast)

Parents:

Take a Break

Relax

Breathe

Children:

Games

Crafts

Music

Snacks

and More!

Parents, please register your children as soon as possible

as we do fill up quickly.

Volunteers, please sign up early so we know how many

families we can serve.

No Cost

Must Pre-Register

Space is Limited

Volunteers Needed!

To register your children or to volunteer to serve, please

contact Debbie Lillo at dlillo@comcast.net or

(408) 252-4160.

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Free Estate Planning SeminarSunday, September 25

The Saratoga Federated Church Foundation is hosting a free informative seminar on estate planning on Sunday September 25 at noon in the Library. Our speaker will be local attorney, Roy Litherland. Roy specializes in estates, trusts, wills, etc. He is a very engaging speaker. The seminar will last about 90 minutes and a light lunch will be served beforehand. If you do not yet have a will or a trust, you should make time to come to this free seminar. Our goal is not to sell you anything; rather, it is to inform you and hopefully encourage you to take action on being a good steward in an important area of your life.

To reserve your spot, register on the church website at www.saratogafederated.org/foundation or call Jerry Bruce in the church office at (408) 867-1000 ext. 249.

 

Men’s Bible StudyMondays, 6:30 to 7:45 am at SFC

Join Tim Galleher and friends on Monday mornings from 6:30 to 7:45 am for a Bible study for men who have children, teens and/or grandchildren as we discuss what it means to be a man after God’s own heart. Contact Tim for more information at tim@saratogafederated.org.

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Family Ministry Summer 2016 We are thankful!The Family Ministry team was busy this summer, and we want to share and show you what we are thankful for and what we are excited about for the coming school year.We are thankful for:• Three boats of high school students

and leaders who went to Shasta where they lived in Christian community and grew in their relationship with Jesus.

• Two LifeHouse graduates who served on volunteer staff with SonShine Ministries (houseboats) this summer: Brennan Galleher and Charis Beck.

• Our summer high school prayer ministry that saw students meeting weekly to pray for each other.

• Our four fantastic Summer Staff: Ben King, Jennie Hahn, Edward Ruby and Heather Lindsay.

• Our amazing volunteers who supported the program.

• The families who hosted youth events for us: Sandra Tang, the Bloughs, the Petersons, the Sells, the Harts and the Lees.

• The All Church Retreat where we were able to gather together and learn from each other.

• 24 junior high school students who participated in Senior Serve where they prepared gift baskets for seniors and shut-ins of the SFC community. They made connections with senior citizens who were so grateful for their visit and willingness to share the love of Jesus with them.

• Seven students who gave their lives to Christ at MadHouse Lumberjack Camp in the Redwoods of Mendocino this summer.

• Day Camp – We had two weeks of Day Camp where kids connected with each other, played games led by their teen mentors and grew in their faith!

• Park Days –Parents connected and kids played at park days this summer extending our Christian community outside of church!

• Mount Hermon – We had 15 kids from SFC go to Mount Hermon’s Redwood camp together!

We are looking forward:• To students growing in their

knowledge of God in our weekly programs from Jr. High Studio Nites, High School small groups and Sunday morning discipleship.

• To a four-week Clubhouse series on Wednesday nights for kids in 3rd through 5th grade in October!

• To a new core curriculum for children (Tru Curriculum) and youth.

• Family Discipleship opportunities for each family.

• Celebrating milestones for our children and families.

• Expanding leadership opportunities for high school students.

• Parenting classes and support including the great series for parents Love & Logic in September and October.

• And much more!

Sep/Oct 2016

The Arts of Spiritual Conversation

Have you ever wanted to have a meaningful conversation about God with people who believe differently? Perhaps you didn’t know how to begin a conversation or were worried that you might know “all the answers.” Help is available! There are nine practices to help start and continue a conversation over time (rather than shut it down). Christians can engage

every day in these same nine practices. If you would like to be part of our next conversational training, please contact Sally Bryant at sally@saratogafederated.org or (408) 867-1000 ext. 233. We will look at the Whys, Whats and Hows of these nine arts, so we can follow Jesus in living them out.

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Life GroupsWe strongly encourage each person

who calls Saratoga Federated Church “home” to be part of a Life Group. We believe life thrives when you share life together in a Life Group. New groups are forming now. Sign up with Sally Bryant at sally@saratogafederated.org or (408) 867-1000 ext. 233. Look for us on the courtyard in September!

Evening Life Group for MomsMoms, are you looking to grow friendships with other women? Walk more closely with Jesus in the midst of your busy days? Then join us every other Monday at the home of Michele Ruby at 7:15 pm. The group is reading Discerning the Voice of God: How to Recognize When He Speaks by Priscilla Shirer. If you’ve ever felt the ability to hear God’s voice is for other people and not for you, or only for people who lived in Biblical times, then come join this study. The God who loved you enough to die for you loves you enough to talk to you. Wherever you are in your spiritual walk, God will find a way to speak to you in a way you will understand. Become acquainted with the voice that has spoken from a fire and a cloud; with visible signs and an invisible spirit; through a burning bush and burning hearts. Hear from some of the most well-known Christians in history about how God speaks to them, and discover for yourself how you can discern the voice of God. For more information, contact Michele Ruby at michele@veritas.org or (408) 621-1662.

Women’s Contemplative

RetreatOctober 7 to 8, 2016

Mercy Center in Burlingame

Does it sometimes feel difficult to sense God in your life? Jesus promises that he is with us always, and yet in the busyness of daily life, it can become difficult to sense his presence. This overnight retreat is designed to provide space where we can practice experiencing the presence of God through engaging our senses. For more information, contact Oliva DCosta at Olivia@saratogafederated.org or (408) 867-1000 ext. 246.

Register now at http://bitly.com/sfccontemplativeretreat16.

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Worship MinistriesGiving Credit Where Credit Is Due

I recently spent a day in Yosemite, one of my favorite places. Diane and I spent our honeymoon there. My family used to camp there. My uncle was one of the people who used to help push the embers over Glacier Point for the Fire Falls. We’ve taken our boys there countless times to play in the river, to play in the snow, to take climbing lessons. We were there when Yosemite Valley experienced the 100-Year Flood. We’ve attended the Bracebridge Dinner. We wrote a Christmas musical set in Yosemite. We’ve taken hundreds of pictures and never tire of sharing our adventures and love of the place with others. We ascribe worth to Yosemite.

Psalm 96:7-8 says, “Ascribe to the Lord, O families of the peoples, ascribe to the Lord glory and strength! Ascribe to the Lord the glory due his name; bring an offering, and come into his courts!”

Worship is defined as ascribing worth to God. It’s not defined or limited to any specific action or context; rather, it uses every means and expression available to us through all kinds of gifts: music, instruments, movement, art, color, light, sound and language! It’s giving credit to God for all that he is and does. It is not stuck in a rut or old-fashioned or boring. It’s each one of us telling each other what we know and love and experience about God in our lives and in our world.

There are lots of ways to get involved in Worship Ministries at SFC. Take Psalm 96 to heart and sign up!Kids Choir

All kids, from kindergarten through fifth grade, are welcome to participate in this training ground for worshippers. It’s a fast-paced, energetic

hour of movement, singing, learning music fundamentals, making friends and imbedding God’s word in young hearts. SFC kids are joined by a good number of kids from our community, and the diversity is exciting. Lindsay

Roush, our 9:30 am service worship leader, holds a Masters degree in music and is incredibly gifted at bringing music education to a kid’s level. She’s

engaging, fun and the kids love her. This fall they’ll be singing in church

twice and preparing for their part in our annual Christmas in Saratoga event to be held on December 9, 10 and 11. Kids Choir has their kick-off on Wednesday, September 21, 5:15-6:15 pm in Douglass Hall. For more information, email Diane Allison at diane@saratogafederated.org.9:30 Worship Team

Lindsay and Iain Roush head up this team with skill, an encouraging spirit and a passion for authenticity in worship. Participation on this team requires an interview/audition. They

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would love to engage and welcome more people to join them, both instrumental and vocal. This team works on a rotating schedule and rehearses on Sunday mornings at 8:30 am, prior to leading worship at the 9:30 am service. For more information, email Diane Allison at diane@saratogafederated.org or Lindsay Roush at lindsay@saratogafederated.org.

Choir and OrchestraThese groups lead worship each

Sunday in our 11:00 am service and are the backbone of most of our seasonal music and drama events. They rehearse on Wednesday evenings and kick off their season on September 7. The beauty of the Choir is that we really are better together! We are a perfect example of people who don’t feel they have much to offer, but when all of our voices join as one, we end up offering something much greater than the sum of all our parts! The camaraderie is great and some have told me that

rehearsal is one of the high points of their week.

A high-school level of reading music for your instrument is needed to be part of the orchestra, though we have welcomed younger players as a training ground. The Choir and Orchestra normally practice separately for part of the rehearsal then we join together to put on the finishing touches. We’d

really love to welcome some new faces to our ranks! Currently we could really use clarinet, low brass or

string players in the Orchestra. For more information, email Diane Allison at diane@saratogafederated.org or (408) 867-1000 ext. 238. And more…

For those of you who prefer a way to serve behind-the-scenes, there are a myriad of ways to serve…and your help would be

welcome! Training is provided, where needed:

Preparing communionRunning the Sunday morning mediaVideotaping Sunday’s serviceCleaning the pews between SundaysArranging flowers for Sunday servicesUshering on Sundays or

special eventsFor more information, email Diane

Allison at diane@saratogafederated.org.Bill Allison

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The Confidence TrapDuring my sabbatical, I read an

interesting work by David Runciman titled The Confidence Trap. Runciman spends a great deal of time laying out the beauty and the dilemma of modern democracy and then takes the reader through several episodes in American history with a critical eye on democracy. At the core of this book, is how this vast system of governance can lead to a confidence trap. We can be overly confident in what we think we know or we can become utterly without confidence in what we think can be done. Both paths are dangerous.

As I was reading the Gospel of Mark, I was struck by two polarities. There are those who are certain about what they know and think about God (Pharisees and the disciples). Then there are those who have little faith in what God can do even though miracles abound. This led me to realize there is a bit of a confidence trap that exists when it comes to faith.

If we aren’t careful, we can rest on our theological laurels without any openness to new things God may be speaking to our hearts. On this path, we are overly confident in our finite abilities to contain an infinite God. Conversely, we can easily get programmed to expect very little from God in the way of miracles and provision. This line of thinking leads to a certain kind of spiritual resignation that has no appetite or expectation for God to do anything out of the norm. Both of these paths are dangerous.

The spiritual confidence trap is real. We can become reckless or resigned spiritually and neither one is okay. From September 11 through December 18, we will be studying the first eight chapters of Mark’s Gospel. I pray that you will begin to read this powerful book and begin to learn about the true confidence we can have in God.Gabe Gilliam

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Parent Recharge

11:00 am to 12:00 pm

Douglass Hall

Sunday, September 11Family Discipleship - Starting Your Year

Off Right!

Sunday, October 2Praying For

Your Child/Teen

Come and connect with other parents and talk about topics that impact your family.

Parent Seminar6:30 to 7:30 pm

Wednesday, October 5

Douglass Hall

Grace Based Parenting(During children/youth programs)

Grace Based Parenting is not another manual full of impossible standards; rather it is a new map for learning to see ourselves and our children/teens through God’s limitless tenderness to raise our

kids the way God raises us.

For more information, contact Tim Galleher at

tim@saratogafederated.org.

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ClubhouseWednesday Nights

6:15 to 7:30 pm

On October 5, we are launching a four week series for 3rd through 5th graders who want to grow deeper in their faith through small groups, games and prayer.

For more information about this new series, contact Sarah Silva at (408) 867-1000 ext. 251 or sarah@saratogafederated.org.

Tru Curriculum in Children’s

Sunday SchoolTru Curriculum provides

interactive Bible lessons for kids in every age group! Kids will learn how every scripture and story connects to God’s big picture and tells of his character. Guiding questions and activities for parents are available online for every lesson to leverage our impact!

Volunteers are always needed in Children’s Ministry! If you would like to help our kids learn more about Jesus, contact Sarah Silva at sarah@saratogafederated.org.

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Love & LogicThis five week class begins Thursday, September 29 from 9:00 to 11:00

am in Douglass Hall and is specifically for parents with children ages 0 to 6 years of age. (Stay tuned for a session for parents of children ages 7 and up in the winter.) For more information, contact Sarah Silva at sarah@saratogafederated.org

America’s Most Practical, Effective and Entertaining Parenting Program Teaches You How To …

• Put an end to arguing, whining, begging and guilt trips• Eliminate Bedtime Bedlam and Morning Mayhem• Establish responsibility without losing their love• Instill values and help your child build self-confidence and

strong character• Avoid power struggles, set limits and enjoy family life• Navigate the effects of today’s technology• And much more!

Community Bible Study 2016/2017

CBS is a community-based interdenominational Bible study that welcomes people from all backgrounds and levels of Bible knowledge to witness the transforming power of God’s love together.

Classes begin on Monday evenings at Saratoga Federated Church on September 12, 2016 at 7:00 pm in the Sanctuary. The classes are for men

and women with discussion groups as singles or couples. We will be studying the Gospel of Matthew, “Getting right with God . . . and each other.”

Registration is available through our class administrator, Kay Harbal at: bkharbal@yahoo.com or online at http://www.communitybiblestudy.org.

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Praying Together(part 4 of 4)

How do we become healthy, life-giving people? Thad Harris provided a wonderful response to this question when he visited SFC last year to talk about Life Groups. Drawing from the Book of Acts, Thad focused our attention on four devotional habits that help us to be healthy, Christ-affirming Life Groups rather than people going through the motions. In Acts 2:42-47, Luke describes how a crowd of believers responded to Peter’s teaching from the Scriptures.

They were continually devoting themselves to the apostle’s teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer . . . praising God . . . and the Lord was adding to their number day by day those who were being saved. Acts 2:42-47

In this fourth article in our Healthy Life Groups series, let’s focus on prayer.

When we come together as Life Groups, no two people have the same prayers, praises or petitions. No two people pray the same way and that’s okay.

We pray because Jesus prayed for us. We give praise because Jesus praised God in all things. We lift up our petitions because Jesus lifted his to the Father.

In the thick of events, in the dark moments, Jesus prayed. In the midst of miracles, Jesus gave the glory to God.

When we devote ourselves to prayer, we meet God. As we enter humbly into prayer, with hands lifted up, we ask God to lead. When we pray together, we invite God into the heart of our Life Group. He binds us together for good purpose.

And we pray every prayer in the sweet name of Jesus our Savior. Amen.

Consider discussing praying about and practicing the four devotional habits in your Life Group. If you are not yet in a group but would like to be, we encourage you to contact Sally Bryant at sally@ saratogafederated.org or (408) 867-1000 ext. 233.Robin Shepherd

Monday MomsMonday Moms begins September

12 in room 111/112. All moms are welcome to come and enjoy fellowship, God centered discussion and prayer. We meet most Mondays (following the school calendar) from 9:15 to 11:30 am. Childcare is provided in the nursery for children between the ages of 3 months and 4 years old.

This fall we will be participating in a book study called The Armor of God by Priscilla Shirer. No purchase of the book is necessary. Each week we will have a brief teaching time and then discussion of the spiritual world that we encounter each day. Come enjoy

coffee, tea and refreshments while learning more about equipping our minds and hearts with the Armor of God.

For questions or more information, please contact Mary Smith at (678) 361-5932 or maryodell@hotmail.com or Sarah Penzel at (408) 234-1893 or sarah.penzel@gmail.com.

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Men’s Ministries Breakfast

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Saturday, September 24 at 8:30 am in Richards HallSpencer Christian will be our

first guest speaker at our fall kickoff breakfast. He will share his experience as a poor black kid in the old segregated south growing up in a family of faith grounded in strong Christian values. He’ll share stories about how his personal relationship with God has guided and strengthened him through life’s challenges, especially those resulting from his own poor choices.

Spencer Christian is the weekday weather anchor on the 4:00 pm and 6:00 pm news at ABC 7/KGO-TV. Prior to bringing his forecasting skills to the Bay Area in 1999, Spencer was a member of the Good Morning America team at ABC in New York for 13 years. At GMA, Spencer’s primary

role was weather forecaster. He has also interviewed prominent figures in sports, entertainment, the arts and politics including five U.S. presidents.

Tickets go on sale Sunday, September 11 on the patio. Mark your calendar now. The breakfast will be from 8:30 to 10:00 am in Richards Hall. Tickets are $10 in advance or $15 at the door, space permitting. All men are invited to attend.

Women’s FellowshipLadies! Don’t miss the Women’s Fellowship kick-off luncheon on Tuesday, October 4, at 11:00 am in Richards Hall.

Our speaker will be Pastor Sharon Hare from the First Presbyterian Church in downtown San Jose which offers two different programs for homeless women: “Women’s Gathering Place” and “Front Door Ministry.” Sharon will be featuring “Women’s Gathering Place” where a woman without a home can find the support of other women, connect to vital services and find respite, spiritual renewal and joy when there is nowhere else to go but the street.

Our luncheon is open to all women. Sign up on the patio between services or call Nancy Kamalski at (408) 255-3627 or email her at nancykamalski@gmail.com.

If you are interested in joining a fellowship circle, which meets monthly, call Joan Leonard at (408) 741-0213.Bible Study Fellowship

All women are welcome to attend BSF (Bible Study Fellowship) to deepen their walk with God and have fellowship with other women. BSF is a free (no materials or childcare fees) interdenominational and intergenerational organization that focuses on studying God’s word. We will be studying the Gospel of John in September. Classes are held weekly on Wednesday and Thursday morning

from 9:20 to 11:10. The Wednesday class meets at Saratoga Federated Church and provides childcare. The Thursday class meets at CCIC - San Jose but has no childcare. Please come to the Welcome meeting on 9/14 and 9/21 at Saratoga Federated to find out more and sign up. Visit our website for more information at bsfinternational.org.

Saturday, October 15 at 8:30 am in Richards HallRod Cardoza is the founder and

executive director of Abrahamic Alliance International, a peace building nonprofit that unites Jews, Christians and Muslims to serve the poor. Rod is a cultural, theological and linguistic anthropologist.

Tickets go on sale Sunday, October 2 on the patio. Mark your calendar now.

The breakfast will be from 8:30 to 10:00 am in Richards Hall. Tickets are $10 in advance or $15 at the door, space permitting. All men are invited to attend.

September AnniversariesTim & Lisa Furlong September 5 7 yearsJerry & Mary Jane Bruce September 6 36 years Corky & Al Davis September 6 36 yearsAJ & Stacey Szenda September 6 13 yearsMichael & Meghan Goss September 6 8 years Steve & Dorothy Vidlock September 7 31 yearsRoy & Ana Cook September 7 14 yearsHorst & Janet Brenner September 9 38 yearsJeff & Tracy Fell September 9 20 yearsJoe & Kari Charvez September 10 5 years Jeff & Rebecca Bond September 11 17 years Bob & Lois Tomlin September 12 52 years Dale & Bonnie Workman September 12 46 years Ron & Cathy Oleson September 12 35 yearsShaun & Sandy Collard September 13 20 yearsJim & Norma Marshall September 14 64 yearsJean-Pierre & Lisa Wuelser September 14 25 yearsNick & Gail Kepler September 14 20 yearsMark & Heather Regoli September 14 14 yearsRick & Cathy Ridder September 15 42 years Dave & Christie White September 15 37 years Kevin & Carole Payne September 15 26 yearsTimothy & Susan Hall September 17 33 yearsMatthew & Mandi Chase September 17 7 years Nick & Stacy Bignardi September 24 5 years Lance & Amy Archer September 25 12 yearsScott Kamsler & Linda Bishop September 26 29 yearsLance & Debi Chapman September 26 24 yearsDave & Nancy Sheets September 28 53 yearsGary & Joan Smith September 30 38 yearsDenny Huebner & Wendy Mbagara September 30 5 years

October AnniversariesOrv & Karen Burley October 3 35 years Jerry & Marylin Nistler October 5 48 years Don & Judy Simpson October 5 25 years Keith & Cindy Mueller October 5 14 years Bob & Joan Leonard October 6 54 yearsRichard & Armi Geno October 11 18 yearsJosh & Becky Cormier October 11 2 yearsChris & Hally Clark October 12 35 yearsCarl & Sharon Babb October 12 9 yearsAndrew & Sylvia Aldridge October 13 37 yearsRob & Cheryl Guzzetta October 13 32 yearsDaniel & Dorothy Araldi October 16 12 yearsPaul & Helen Jackson October 17 24 yearsHarvey & Elaine Knoernschild October 19 36 yearsBruce & Jeane Johnson October 21 65 yearsEric & Dee Dee Dunstan October 21 10 yearsJoe & Sarah Silva October 24 1 yearDan & Cyndy Linebarger October 25 30 years Russ & Lauren Spence October 25 30 yearsJim & Teresa Keck October 25 2 years Rex & Elizabeth Jackson October 28 27 yearsStan & Debra Sells October 28 21 yearsNate & Katie Currie October 28 16 yearsJohn & Erika Helm October 29 56 years

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