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“Vesta” presented by Hospice of Sacred Heart

“Vesta” is a play about a fiercely independent 75-year-old matriarch with terminal cancer confronting end-of-life issues with her family.  It is presented by Hospice of Sacred Heart in partnership with the Duke Divinity School Institute on Care at the End of Life. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays, February 4,10-11,17-18 at 8 p.m. and Sunday, February 19 at 2 p.m. at the Upstart Crow Studios (855 West 1st).  Tickets are $15. Proceeds benefit Hospice and Courageous Kids.  Call 541-242-8755 for tickets or contact Pastor Greg for more information. “Vesta” is a gentle, even witty way to raise end-of-life issues.  This play is really every family’s story.

Stewardship Campaign “Count Yourself Blessed”

Have you returned a financial commitment card for 2012?

Every card is important as the Budget Committee completes work on a budget for this year that is prudent, balanced, and reflects the needs and ministries of our church.  A budget will be presented for approval at the congregational meeting on January 29. Commitment cards are in the pew racks and can be returned in the offering plate, or you can call the church office (541-345-8741) and make your commitment over the phone.  If you have not yet made your commitment, please make a prayerful discernment this week.  It matters.

Wisdom & Wonder - Our annual Birthday Party
February 12

All are invited to attend our birthday party in honor of our wisdom-filled members age 90 years or older and our wonder-filled babes age one year or younger, during Fellowship hour (following worship) on February 12. A heartfelt birthday celebration, including cake and special entertainment, will occur to the joy of all. Assistance with transportation to and from church is available if you need a ride that day. Please call the church office (541-345-8741) if you need a ride to church for our annual celebration.

First Sunday Special Interest Table

How fun it was to learn (quite unexpectedly) that the church member who usually sits in “my section” of the sanctuary enjoys the very activity that adds so much pleasure to my life. Who is that person? What is the activity? How did I discover this common interest?

Thus, the reason the First Sunday Special Interest Table was begun. On each first Sunday during Fellowship Hour a special interest will be highlighted at a designated table. This will be a casual event where you can share a story, ask a question, or simply acknowledge your common interest. So, plan to just stop by on a Sunday when the interest of the month strikes a chord with you. Watch for more information in the next Shalom.

February 5 - Skiing and Snowshoeing
The Parish Life Committee invites you to join other skiing and snowshoeing enthusiasts during fellowship hour. 

Additional Clerk for Church Board Meetings Needed

The Church Board is in need of another clerk to take notes during monthly meetings (the second Tuesday of each month at 5 p.m.). This volunteer opportunity would be shared with Jeanne Armstrong, who is currently trying to cover every month on her own. Please contact the church office if you would consider joining Jeanne in this valuable assistance to our church board.

All-Church Camp at Camp Adams Molalla, Oregon
August 24-26, 2012

Just a reminder as we have turned the corner into 2012—our All-Church Camp dates are August 24-26, 2012.  Whether you have ever been to camp or not, you won’t want to leave this out of your summer plans and trips.  Time and time again, past participants have commented that this camp weekend is a soul-filling and wonderful opportunity to really have a chance to relax and get to know church members better.  There are activities and events for every age, so no one is left out.  Please make sure to secure these dates on your calendars. More information will follow in future months.