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News and Upcoming Events:
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Worship In-Person OR Online with us!
Our Worship services are held in-person in the Sanctuary
at 10:00am Sundays
and live-streamed on our Facebook page, and YouTube channel,
as well as posted later on the website here.
Find our YouTube channel with all the online worship videos here.
For directions and more information, see Coming Up in Worship.
Get the latest Order of Worship/Bulletin here.
New versions available by Friday evening.
ALL are invited to Fellowship Time & Coffee/Tea after Sunday worship!
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Weekly News & Event Updates
During these uncertain times and with some groups meeting online, we suggest you subscribe to our Midweek Message email (sent out Wed or Thur) to keep up with news and events and receive updates about in-person events as well as virtual meeting links when applicable.
To subscribe, send an email to info [at] campbellunited [dot] org and we’ll add you to our list. (we never share your information elsewhere)
Read the current Midweek Message & find the MM archives.
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Sunday Morning Bible Study – after Worship services
The Bible Study group now meets SUNDAYS, as of November 2024.
The Bible Study group is exploring and digging deeper into the Letters of Paul. Come join us in exploring together the fascinating history of Paul and his teachings in the New Testament.
The group meets on Sundays at 11:30am in the Library.
If you are interested, contact Pastor Alyss at pastoralyss[at]campbellunited[dot]org OR
just show up for the meeting on Sunday after Worship service.
You may also join via zoom – write info [at] campbellunited [dot] org for meeting info.
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Blood Drive – January 25th
The American Red Cross will hold a Blood Drive on
Saturday, January 25th, from 9:00am to 2:00pm in the Fellowship Hall. Help save a life by donating blood!
The need for blood donations is constant, and one of the most urgent priorities is ensuring the blood supply reflects the diversity of patients who depend on it. For individuals with Sickle Cell disease, particularly those from African backgrounds, blood donations from individuals with similar genetics can significantly improve health outcomes and reduce complications.
To schedule your appointment or for more info,
visit redcrossblood.org to see available times for appointments. Streamline your donation experience and save up to 15 minutes on appointment day by visiting RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass to complete your pre-donation reading and health history questions.
If you have questions about eligibility, please call 1-866-236-3276.
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African Fellowship Anniversary: January 26th, 10am
On Sunday, January 26th, please join us in
celebrating 20 years of ministry
to the West African community.
Pastor Dick Corson will be the guest speaker in Worship,
and there will be fabulous food
and fellowship after the service.
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Spirituality in Nature meeting: February 2nd, 11:40am
Stressed? Burned Out? Too many items on your “To Do” list?
The natural world helps us slow down, reconnect,
and pay attention to the quiet.
Long before there were churches, synagogues, mosques,
or temples, people experienced God in and through
the natural world.
This old and essential way of opening to the Divine
can be a powerful antidote to the pressures and
busy-ness of our modern world.
On Sunday, February 2nd, at 11:40am everyone interested in exploring Spirituality in Nature is invited to meet in the Wesley Lounge for a discussion of these ideas. How might we encourage and experience Spirituality in Nature here at Campbell UMC or in the wider community?
Everyone is welcome — no need to be a church attender!
For more information, contact the church office: office[at]campbellunited[dot]org
or Pastor Theon: pastortheon[at]campbellunited[dot]org
or Cliveden Chew Haas: cliveden[at]cliveden[dot]com
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PrimeTime – Group for Women – next mtg: February 11th, 6:30pm
PrimeTime is a new social group focused on women in the prime of their lives. We have a fun season planned with a variety of activities that help women build friendships and bond through fun and meaningful interaction.
Find the flyer for the next monthly meeting which will be
Tuesday, February 11th at 6:30pm.
At the February episode, we’ll celebrate all things chocolate!
The PrimeTime regular meeting date is the 2nd Tuesday of each month; and
we meet in the Wesley Lounge (in the Education Bldg).
Everyone is welcome – feel free to spread the word with this flyer!
Please write: PrimeTime[at]campbellunited[dot]org to RSVP for the next meeting
and to join our email announcement and Facebook groups.
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Supporting the LifeMoves Dinners
Campbell UMC continues to safely provide meals for the single men at the Montgomery Street Inn homeless shelter. In 2025, we’ll continue the tradition of serving food on the 2nd Sunday of every other month at the Inn, part of the “LifeMoves” network (prev. InnVision).
Thank you to everyone who has helped with all the different aspects of the project throughout the years!
The 2025 dates the church will provide meals are:January 12th, March 9th, May 11th, July 13th, September 14th, and November 9th.
If you would like to help with shopping or cooking or with financial contributions to offset the costs of food and supplies, please contact Susan at lifemoves [at] campbellunited [dot] org.
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Spirituality in Nature Groups (SING)
As we hike through the forest, walk on the beach, or sit beside a stream, the world around us echoes with sacred resonance. Time in nature can offer some of our most moving and meaningful spiritual experiences.
Spirituality In Nature Groups (SINGs) allow us to incorporate these encounters into our regular faith practice. Forming a SING is a wonderful way to engage spiritual formation, build community, reawaken wonder and connection with local ecosystems, and renew commitment to creation justice.
Are you interested in being part of a SING?
Campbell UMC is interested in those who would either
a) like to participate if a group is formed, OR b) be trained in leading such a group.
If a SING appeals to you, let Pastor Theon know, write to pastortheon [at] campbellunited [dot] org.
If you are interested in the leadership training, Creation Justice Ministries, in conjunction with the Center for Spirituality in Nature, has a 3-hour webinar on forming a SING for local congregations.
The SING workbook was originally written in consultation with a United Methodist congregation, and the training will equip participants with the resources and practices needed to guide each congregation in exploring faith through a deeper connection with creation.
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Usher & Greeting Ministry
The Usher Team is looking for more ushers. Ushers serve for one month three times a year. There are always others that can substitute if you are unable to be there during your month.
The Usher Team is also looking for Greeters to welcome parishioners and guests with a smile & a bulletin each Sunday.
If you are interested in either or both of these ministries, please contact Carey or Paul (contact info available from office) or talk to one of them during Fellowship Time/Coffee Hour on Sundays.
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Youth Sunday School – September 2024 through June 2025
On September 1st, we look forward to having all our children and youth back for the new school year!
We are always looking for enthusiastic teachers to teach all grades. The more teachers we have, the more grades to which we can provide individual attention. Currently, the following classes are:
– Pre-K to 2nd grade
– 3rd to 7th grades
– 8th to 12th grades
If we can get one additional teacher, we will be able to provide a separate middle school class. If you would like to help teach our youth about God’s message of love, please contact us at cumcfamilies [at] campbellunited [dot] org.
High Schoolers will meet depending on attendance and may also be called up on to be helpers/aides for the younger grades. Hallway Monitors will also be provided for late-comers and other support as needed.
For questions or if you are interested in volunteering to help with Sunday School classes, please contact cumcfamilies [at] campbellunited [dot] org.
(No Nursery Care is currently offered.)
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Children & Youth Fun Days – twice monthly
Join the fun and fellowship on 2nd and 4th Saturdays from 1-3:30pm.
Meet up in the Fellowship Hall.
All youth are invited to gather together twice monthly in the Fellowship Hall on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, from 1-3:30pm for fun activities, devotion, and games – often, basketball for youth and older children, and crafts for younger children; and, of course, food/snacks!
If you’d like to volunteer to help with these youth meetups, or would like more information, please write to youth [at] campbellunited [dot] org.
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Church Council Meetings – Fourth Wednesdays, every other month, 7pm
The Administrative Council of Campbell UMC meets both in-person and virtually. If you would like to get an update on church activities, please join us in the Fireside Room or via Zoom at 7pm on the fourth Wednesday every other month.
If you would like to attend and need the zoom link/phone#,
please write to info [at] campbellunited [dot] org
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Recycling for Youth
(obtain contact info from the Church Office).
Thank you for your support!
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Women’s Bible Study
…is held on Tuesdays at 10:00am in the Fireside Room, (and/or virtually, via zoom) with the meeting facilitated by Brenda Schirle. ALL are welcome.
Contact the church office (office [at] campbellunited [dot] org) for directions to join the zoom meeting.
We read from the Bible, read inspirational non-biblical passages, discuss readings and pray together. This is a small group, usually 6-10 people. Please join us, no need to make advance reservations. All comments are confidential.
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CUMC Book Club
The CUMC Book Club meets every 4th Monday 12:30 – 2:00pm from September through June on the Campbell UMC Campus – in the Fireside Room.
We can also zoom you in to the meeting if you’d like and are unable to attend in person!
Book choices include memoirs/biographies, histories, fiction, and soul-enriching experiences. We’ll be reading some great new titles and recent releases as introduced to us by fellow book-worms. We attempt to pick books that are available at local library systems (eBooks & audio-books are readily available now too). Check out the reading lists and join us at one of our next meetings.
You can also see the complete lists (with descriptions) of member recommendations for prior sessions (including books suggested, but not selected for the group’s session – good ideas for further reading).
Find out more on the Book Club page!
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God’s Light Shines on Us! – Capital Campaign
The Church’s Capital Campaign is now underway & we will make three large investments for the future:
- The first is to take full ownership of the parking lot solar panels which will result in a reduction of our power bills over the next twenty years.
- We will build a fund to pay for future large maintenance and repair projects, such as the upgrade of the Sanctuary electrical system and finally,
- Campbell UMC would like to contribute to the construction of a church for a remote rural community in Sierra Leone.
To learn more about the Capital Campaign and how you can be involved, write to
office [at] campbellunited [dot] org.
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Get SCRIP and Support Campbell UMC
When you buy Scrip (gift certificates), not only do you make your life simpler, your purchase gives back income to Campbell UMC! You can use the certificates as a form of payment, as well as giving them as gifts.
You can buy from the office during the week if you email in advance: office [at] campbellunited [dot] org
Scrip will be sold during Coffee Hour for the holidays.
– We have $25 certificates for favorite departments stores including
Kohl’s, Macy’s, Target, Walmart and more.
– Give the gift of gas – the best way to help with someone’s budget – with Arco, Safeway, and Shell.
– Shop for your Christmas feast: Lucky, Safeway, Sprouts, Smart & Final, Target.
– And don’t forget your furry family – we have Petsmart gift certificates.
– Pay for prescriptions and beauty products with CVS, Rite Aid, and Walgreens.
– Not sure what to buy? Amazon and Starbucks are a great choice!
All throughout the year, Gift Certificates from SCRIP make wonderful gifts.
Don’t forget birthdays, teachers and weddings as well as holidays.
If you need $5 or $10 gift cards for teachers, we have them! We carry SCRIP for many of the stores with gift registries, and others can be ordered. (Macy’s and Target are on hand. Crate & Barrel, Pottery Barn, Williams-Sonoma and more can all be ordered.)
When you purchase a SCRIP certificate, a percentage of your purchase price is donated back to the church, which we depend upon to meet our budget. Your everyday shopping really helps out!
Every SCRIP purchase benefits the church as well as you!
Thank you for your support!
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Anti-Racism Resources
for Parents to Raise Anti-Racist Children
Articles:
- PBS’s Teaching Your Child About Black History Month
- Your Kids Aren’t Too Young to Talk About Race: Resource Roundup from Pretty Good
Podcasts:
Books:
- ”White Privilege: Unpacking the Invisible Knapsack” by Knapsack Peggy McIntosh
- “America’s Racial Contract Is Killing Us” by Adam Serwer | Atlantic (May 8, 2020)
Podcasts:
Articles:
- ”White Privilege: Unpacking the Invisible Knapsack” by Knapsack Peggy McIntosh
- “America’s Racial Contract Is Killing Us” by Adam Serwer | Atlantic (May 8, 2020)
Podcasts:
Books:
- How To Be An Antiracist by Dr. Ibram X. Kendi
- So You Want to Talk About Race by Ijeoma Oluo
- Just Mercy by Bryan Stevenson
- The New Jim Crow: Mass Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindness by Michelle Alexander
- White Fragility: Why It’s So Hard for White People to Talk About Racism by Robin DiAngelo, PhD
- The Cross and the Lynching Tree by James Cone
- America’s Original Sin by Jim Wallis
Movies/TV:
- The Hate U Give (George Tillman Jr.) — Hulu with Cinemax
- When They See Us (Ava DuVernay) — Netflix
- Blackkklansman (Spike Lee) — Amazon Prime
- Moonlight (Barry Jenkins) — Amazon Prime
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Mask Policy
As of 3 April 2022, masks are no longer required to attend worship in the Sanctuary, but are still encouraged – as you feel comfortable.
The face mask policy for children and Sunday School follows this policy.
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Third Fridays, It’s Games! (TGIF) – Postponed for now
Family Game Nights continue on the Third Friday of each month, from 6:30 – 8:30pm in the Wesley Lounge (in the Education Bldg).
Enjoy board games and card games for all ages, from toddlers to centenarians. The next Family Game Night will be ???. Bring your own favorite game to play, or choose from some of the church-owned games.
Come for any or all of the event, whatever your schedule permits.
A beverage will be provided. Bring a snack to share.
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Adult Sunday School – On Hiatus
The Adult Sunday School class meets at 8:50am Sunday mornings. The meeting format is typically a video presentation followed by discussion. The class concludes in time for the 10am worship service. Drop-ins are always welcome.
The study will be The Lives of Great Christians, a Teaching Company course taught by Dr. William Cook from the State University of New York. Dr. Cook’s focus is on the great practitioners of the Christian faith with more emphasis on their lives than on their writings.
The first lecture – What Makes a Great Christian? – will be on Sunday, Sept 8th in the Fireside Room.
This lecture “discusses the difficulties for Christians in ascertaining how to follow Jesus today. Scripture in translation may not accurately convey Jesus’ works and thoughts, and without that guidance, it’s hard to find our own paths.”
Join in as we explore another fascinating series. Come for coffee, tea and conversation. You are always welcome to join in – no preparation is required, and there is no homework! Each session is usually 20-30 minutes which allows for discussion time before adjourning for worship.
The video starts at 9am.
Class is over in time for the 10:00 worship service.
Find out more about this series at the Adult Sunday School page.
Contact for questions: adultsundayschool [at] campbellunited [dot] org
ALL adults are welcome.
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Fill the Barrels!
Help feed the hungry via the Second Harvest food barrels on campus. There are two in the foyer of Fellowship Hall and one in the Education Building. The most needed items are:
- Meats, fish and protein – canned tuna, ham or chicken, beef stew, chili, peanut butter, canned/dried beans
- Fruits and vegetables – 100% fruit juice, canned fruits and vegetables, instant potatoes
- Complete meals – pasta & canned sauce, boxed meals, hearty soups
- Grains – cereal, rice
- Special diet foods – gluten-free, low-sugar, low-sodium
- No glass containers, perishable items or home-canned foods, please!
Second Harvest also encourages the donation of personal care and cleaning supplies, such as:
- Personal care products* – shampoo, deodorant, soap, diapers, toilet paper, feminine hygiene, toothpaste
- Cleaning supplies* – laundry detergent, paper towels, kitchen and bathroom cleaners
* For food safety reasons, personal care items and cleaning supplies
need to be kept separate from food items.
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Donations for the Homeless – Postponed for now
*NOTE: This is an every-other Saturday event. Click the signup link or Facebook event below to see current schedule.*
Come [every other] Saturday, from 9am – Noon and join Pastors Alyss and Ouk-Yean along with a dedicated team of volunteers, who will be heading to 10-15 encampments, to distribute donations. Most teams will be finished by noon. Meet at 9:00am at Father’s House Parking Lot, 133 Bernal Road, San Jose.
It will be much appreciated by recipients if you would write a brief note of compassion and affix it to your donated item. Thank you!
SB4TH-BA is a community-based organization, with no affiliation to any religious or political groups. They are open to anyone who shares our compassion for helping those outside, without shelter!
The following items are always in high demand: clothes (gently used or new), shoes, tents, tarps, sleeping bags, blankets, bottled water, canned food, wipes, hygiene products, First-aid kits, garbage bags, diapers, etc.
Donations may be dropped off at the CUMC church office during weekdays, and in the narthex or Fellowship Hall on Sundays. Thank you for your generosity and compassion.
Please use the link below to sign up so they can better prepared for distribution.
https://signup.com/client/
Find more information on (and see/share) our Facebook event(s).
Upcoming dates: TBA (after shelter-in-place restrictions lifted).
We look forward to seeing you there!
If you wish, you may also make a tax deductible cash donation at: https://www.gofundme.com/
Thank you for your support!
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Bishops’ Statement re: the 2019 General Conference Session
“God has so arranged the body, giving the greater honor to the inferior member, that there may be no dissension within the body, but the members may have the same care for one another. If one member suffers, all suffer together with it; if one member is honored, all rejoice together with it.” – 1 Corinthians 12:24b-26
View the video statement from the Bishops of the Western Jurisdiction.
At Campbell UMC we all re-affirm our commitment to our LGBTQIA sisters and brothers, to be an inclusive home for ALL God’s children. We believe all means ALL.
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“Feed” the Campbell UMC “Little Library” Boxes
A few years ago Campbell UMC members constructed little library boxes, which have been installed in Campbell and nearby. Some are in front of schools, some in front of homes, one is at the Little League baseball field just off Hamilton Avenue, and one is near our chapel. Most are in under-served areas; they have visibility and easy access for children, their families, and everyone, actually.
Most often “borrowed” are: children’s picture books, easy readers, chapter books for young readers, novels and non-fiction for young adults and everyone. Spanish editions are especially welcome.
Please look through your bookshelves and closets for books you no longer want. They will be happy additions for our selections that lead to greater community literacy. Contact the church office if you have questions.
Your donated books will fill our supply shelves and contribute to a variety of available books for stocking the little library boxes. Thank you!
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Composting Initiative
Campbell UMC has gone green with a composting program, organized by our Youth!
There is a green composing bucket in the kitchen for leftover food scraps. Please see the instructions on the bin for what foods are acceptable. The Youth will empty the bucket every Sunday after Fellowship into the bigger freestanding, circular compost bins located in the courtyard.
If used outside these hours, please empty the bin according to the instructions and return to the kitchen counter.
For questions please contact the office.
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Watch An Act of Love – again!
On June 24th, 2016, Campbell UMC hosted a free community screening of the documentary, An Act of Love (which was newly released at the time). This compelling film tells the story of Rev. Frank Schaefer, who was initially defrocked & disciplined by The United Methodist Church for officiating his son’s same-sex marriage.The film was shown in partnership with Reconciling Ministries Network (RMN), which hopes to inspire members of the United Methodist Church to work toward changing the Church’s official doctrine to fully include LGBTQ clergy and congregants. It is still most timely, with the Council of Bishops still working to find A Way Forward.
We’ve been notified that the film is now available on Kanopy free for streaming!
If you were unable to attend our screening or would like to see it again, you are invited to watch this wonderful, yet still divisive story about the act that rocked the United Methodist Church and the minister who risked it all for his gay son.
All means ALL! Watch the trailer.
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Be Part of the Worship Arts Team!
It takes a team to create meaningful worship and your help is needed.
There are three areas of opportunity:
Running the Slide Presentation on Sunday: This is a volunteer position. You should have a good sense of the flow of worship and be able to change slides at the
appropriate time. Participants offer their time on one Sunday during a 6-week period. Contact info at campbellunited.org if interested in running the slides.
Running the Sound Board: This is a volunteer position. The 
sound tech is a very important part of worship, ensuring that all worshipers hear everything that is said or sung. Participants offer their time one Sunday per month. Any age is welcome to help!
If you think you could serve in this way, please contact info @ campbellunited.org.
Audio Recordist: Here is an opportunity to help record the Sunday sermons and choral anthems for the church’s website! It’s easy, fun, and does not take much time. You only need to start/stop each recording, file it, and you’re done! If interested, please contact info [at] campbellunited [dot] org.
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Opportunities to Volunteer with Children at Rosemary School!
NOTE: We also NEED SUBSTITUTES – please contact the pastor at the email below…
Three (3!) opportunities to get involved in the church’s partnership with Rosemary Elementary School:
- One-on-One Reading Companions are needed. This is a one-afternoon/week commitment, 2-3pm., beginning in September. No teaching skills required. Training in September.
- Asset Building Champions (ABC) Readers. A volunteer and teacher, once a month, get together read a short book and lead a discussion in each classroom. This program helps the entire school community to develop a common language and vocabulary about mutual respect and empathy. This is a 2-3 hours/month, during-the-school- day commitment. Training periodically.
- Volunteers for the School Library – assist in keeping the library open during after-school hours, so that it can be used by families for computer access and community-building. This commitment will likely be 1-1.5 hours, once every 1-2 weeks. Beginning in October.
Is this ministry calling to you? Interested in finding out more?
Contact: info [at] campbellunited [dot] org
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Church in Action collects travel size health items including shampoo, soap, toothpaste/brushes, combs, deodorant, shaving items, pads & tampons, laundry soap and skin lotion. They will be distributed to the homeless and those in need. There is a bin in the hallway of Fellowship Hall designated to receive these items.
Thank you!
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“Jesus of Korea, Savior of the People”
The book by our late Pastor Paul Kim is available.
Read the story, “History Lives on Through Pastor’s Mission” on the Greater New Jersey Conference website.
Pastor Paul’s book is about the extremely rapid rise of Christianity in South Korea in the 1970’s and 1980’s. Today Christian churches in Korea have memberships in the tens of thousands. The roots of this conversion to the belief in Jesus is credited to the American Missionaries that arrived in Korea in the late 19th and early 20th century.
His book was nearly finished right before Pastor Paul’s untimely passing in 2014. The book was published in spring 2016 and is available through Amazon and Fortress Press. We also have two copies available in our own library for borrowing.
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New Friends, New Shoes!
Click below to watch the heart-warming video from Pastor Daniel’s trip to Sierra Leone to deliver the shoes we collected fall 2015 for local school children. Many thanks to all who contributed to this wonderful mission!
“Tell em, tell em, tell em, tell Papa God tenki!”
Shoes from Legacy Films on Vimeo.
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Trek to Lunch – Fridays, 10:45am 
TLC is still walking, talking, and eating!
The walking group, Trekking to Lunch in Campbell, meets on Fridays at 10:45am, at the track at the Campbell Community Center. We walk the track until 11:45, and then walk to a Campbell Avenue eatery to enjoy lunch.
All are invited to join us for Fun, Fitness, and Food.
For more information, contact write to: info [at] campbellunited [dot] org
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Worship at Work in the World! 
Four times each year, there is a fifth Sunday of the month. In 2016, we tried something new. So popular it was, that we are continuing!
On 5th Sundays, (as permitting) worship will be brief (~20 minutes), joyfully led by our Gospel Choir. At the end of worship, the entire congregation will be sent out to be in service for the remainder of the morning. Over the year, there will be a number of opportunities for service, on and off campus, for every age and ability.
See the Worship at Work webpage.
All are invited to join in!
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Now you can give to CUMC using your mobile phone!
Go to your app store to download the app from Tithe.ly
and select “Campbell United Methodist Church” which will route offerings directly to Campbell UMC.
Special offerings will also be listed when applicable.
Download at the AppStore for iOS
Download at the Google Playstore for android
You can also easily set up recurring giving either weekly or monthly with one click. However you choose to give, you will receive an email receipt with the amount given, to what fund you gave, and have access to all your giving history for easy accounting. All information is securely encrypted.
NOTE: According to our contact at Tithe.ly, it may be best if you download the app while in church.
It “geolocates” your phone to find the correct church in the app store.
You also may need to note that according to Google, which is used for the geo-location,
1675 Winchester Blvd is identified as San Jose, not Campbell.
Our contact at Tithe.ly said as long as people are “sitting at the right address”, the app store will bring up the correct app even if the city is mis-identified.
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Please send an email with details to: web [at] campbellunited [dot] org