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Seattle Mennonite Church Annoucements
April 6, 2008
Spring is our Season of Discernment when we prepare for changes on committees and other roles in the leadership, programs and life of SMC. During the month of April you will be asked to consider your talents, time, energy and passion as we gather information to begin matching people with open slots in our organizational structure. You can assist the process by completing a "Got Gifts?" form which we will make readily available. Place it in the offering basket, give it to one of us, or put it in one of our mail folders. We would love to answer any questions you might have so seek us out if we don't get to you first! If you desire to learn more about how SMC “works” please join us at an informational session during the Adult Study time on April 21 st . Sarah K. Burkhalter, Susan Lohrentz, and Lee Murray
SMC Community Ministry: Engage, Participate, Support
NEXT SMC Community Meal – April 27 th , 2008
We need a roto-tiller! We are working at building community gardens at GLA, and could benefit from the use of a roto-tiller for an afternoon. If anyone can bring one by, that would be much appreciated.
Is your business or office staff looking for a great team-building opportunity? Stop, Drop, and Roll might be just the place to work together, and in the process, extend hospitality to Lake City residents.
North Helpline Spaghetti Feed and Gypsy Jazz Performance Fund Raiser scheduled for April 26 th . See poster on bulletin board for more information. This is a very tangible way for SMC to support a significant community partner in ministry.
Campus Planning invites those interested in touring Affordable Housing buildings of Human Resources Group and Downtown Emergency Service Center on Capital Hill, April 16 at 4:00pm. Meet promptly at 1651 Bellevue Avenue – on Capitol Hill on the SW corner of Bellevue Ave and Olive Way.
Special Offering and Canned Goods Donation – April 13 , 2008 to support the work of the North Helpline and their capital campaign. For those unable to attend their fundraising dinner, we are providing the opportunity to give to this significant partner in Lake City. They are trying to secure funding for their free Rota Care Clinic that offers basic health care to folks who do not have insurance or health benefits. Folks can fill prescriptions at Bartels for free every Saturday due to the financial support of the Rotary Club. Currently they have commitments for $72,000 but their goal is $300,000.
Contact Melanie & Jonathan, SMC Community Ministers @ seattlesdr@gmail.com
Announcements, April 6, 2008
Pastoral Care: Several members of the PCT will be calling through the church directory in the coming weeks in the interest of bringing prayerful attention to the needs, joys, and concerns of our congregation and community. We also welcome calls from anyone who has a pastoral need. Thelma Kauffman, Jennifer Delanty, Mary Cender Miller, and Jonathan Neufeld.
Writing Group : Next meeting is Wed, April 16 at 7:30 p.m. at Sandy Richardson's house, 12005 33rd Ave. NE (Co-housing complex). The writing assignment for this meeting: write something in praise of "an unlikely group of people, things or ideas you think have gotten short shrifted or a bad rap". Please join us. If you have questions, contact Janet Berg.
April's Fellowship Meal will be April 20 th : Fellowship will be contacting folks to bring soup.
Lee Matsos, from the Bay area and a member of First Mennonite Church of San Francisc o, has moved to Seattle and is looking for work, he sent the following: 'SMC, Thank you for your kind welcome last Sunday. It is good to be in the pacific northwest. I'd like to take the opportunity to utilize Mennonite connections as a way to assist in my job search. My eventual career goals are in broadcasting. For now, I am open to hearing about any positions related to the skills I offer. I have a BA in English from a liberal arts college, and possess solid writing skills. Also, I have decent computer skills, and type 50 wpm. I have light office experience and a customer service background. I would not mind working for a large or small company, educational institution, etc. I'm open to your ideas! Contact me at elmenno@yahoo.com . Thank you all very much Lee.
Kayaks, Canoes, and Crabs…oh my!! Before your summer gets booked up, be sure to schedule in the annual SMC camping weekend on Shaw Island in the San Juans. Everyone is welcome to join in the fun! We will be gathering at the rustic and beautiful County campground on the second weekend in August, 8/8 – 8/10. You are encouraged to make reservations 90 days in advance to secure a campsite by calling this number. 360-378-1842. For more information you can check out this website: www.co.san-juan.wa.us/parks/ or contact Juli van Pelt, or ask any other experienced Shaw Island camper.
Fill The Need Spaghetti Feed and Gypsy Jazz Concert: A benefit for North Helpline and Food Bank will be held at the Lake City Community Center (12531 28 TH NE, Seattle) on Sat, April 26 th , from 5:30 - 7:30 pm. This event will feature a Spaghetti dinner and an evening of live music by the Seattle area group Ranger and the Re-Arrangers performing American swing standards, traditional Gypsy jazz songs, and world music originals . This show will appeal to all ages! Tickets for dinner (pasta, meat or vegetarian sauce option, salad, bread and beverage) and music will be $10.for adults and $5 for children under 10 years of age. Tables will be available at $120 for 6 or $160 for 8. Sponsor sign-age for the table upon request . Would someone like to coordinate a group table from SMC? Advance purchase of tickets is encouraged by calling (206)367-3477 or by form ( on back table)
Lutheran Volunteer Corps (LVC) is pleased to present singer / songwriter Michael Stern & friends for their annual benefit concert on Saturday April 19 th , 7:00 P.M. at Pacific Lutheran University's Chris Knutson Hall in Tacoma. Michael will perform original songs of compassion, humor, justice & peace with the extraordinary accompaniment of Eric Smith, William Limbach & Paul Robb. The suggested donation of $10 (or $5 for students & seniors) will benefit Tacoma LVC's volunteer service & work projects for social justice. All ages are welcome. For concert information call: 253.535.7423.
Church closer schedule: Thanks you so much to the 8 people who have volunteered to be on the Church Closing List. We are hoping to add 4 more people so that would mean a commitment of 4 times a year! It involves staying after church to shut off heat and lights and secure the premises. Please contact Linda Scadron-Wattles if you have questions. Do not hesitate to find out more about this simple way to serve here at SMC.