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The Watch Night celebration on December 31st will be a time of reflection upon 2023 and contemplation of the year 2024.
John Wesley developed and adopted this practice for Methodists and by 1862 it took on a new significance among Africans and African Americans around the world.
10 – 11pm: Music, sharing of testimonies &
stories of God’s goodness and mercies.
11pm – 12 midnight: Wesleyan Covenant Service.

The Watch Night celebration on December 31st will be a time of reflection upon 2022 and contemplation of the year 2023.
John Wesley developed and adopted this practice for Methodists and by 1862 it took on a new significance among Africans and African Americans around the world.
10 – 11pm: Music, sharing of testimonies &
stories of God’s goodness and mercies.
11pm – 12 midnight: Wesleyan Covenant Service.

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Honoring Our 2022 Graduates

We will honor our Graduates on Sunday, June 19th, and we’d like to recognize your efforts! Send us the following:

– Name & picture of graduate
– School from which they’re graduating
– Plans after graduation (if known)

Please send the above information for graduates to office @ campbellunited.org before June 11th to be included in the bulletin & service.

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Campbell Community Blood Drive

On Thursday, June 9th, from9am – 3pm, Campbell UMC will host a Blood Drive for the Red Cross in the Admin/Music/Youth (AMY) Building – 3rd floor.

To schedule your appointment or for more information visit redcrossblood.org and in the Find a Blood Drive box,
enter sponsor zip code: 95008.
Streamline your donation experience and save up to 15 minutes by visiting RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass to complete your pre-donation reading and health history questions on the day of your appointment.

If you have questions regarding your eligibility to donate blood, please call 1-866-236-3276.

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Concert: O Sing Joyfully! – Friday, June 3rd, 8:00pm

On Friday, June 3rd, at 8:00pm, the Bay Choral Guild will hold a concert in the Campbell UMC Sanctuary, highlighting the upbeat side of the vocal arts with a selection of works spanning the centuries. From Orlando Lassus, to Adolphus Hailstork, and all eras in between, your spirits will be lifted as you feel the power of music to uplift.

The program will close with a medley of songs from Roger & Hammerstein’s “Oklahoma!”
There will be a pre-concert talk at 7:30pm by Artistic Director Sanford Dole. Tickets are available at the door or online. Online purchases have a discount for advance purchases: $30 General Admission; $25 Seniors; and $10 Students (with ID). If purchased at the door, General Admission is $35, and Senior Admission is $30.

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CANCELLED: Blessing of the Animals/Pets – Saturday, May 21st, 10am-Noon

Due to lack of signups, we have regretfully decided to
CANCEL THE EVENT originally scheduled for
Saturday, May 21st.

We will reschedule a Blessing of Pets event
for another date in the future.

Come to the Sanctuary Sunday afternoon, May 15th at 5:30pm and enjoy music from J-pop, anime, classics, and an original arrangement of a traditional Japanese folksong. The concert is free and ALL are welcome! Masks are required.

Mixed Chorus Kakehashi is a Japanese community chorus group, who bring the beauty of various choral works to the SF bay area with an emphasis on Japanese songs and culture. The word “Kakehashi” means “bridge,” and symbolizes the hope that participants will form lasting relationships with Japan and its people, and serve as bridges between nations and cultures.
Find out more on their Facebook page.

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The Campbell UMC Virtual Living Gift Market of Heifer International

This holiday season, what gift will you purchase for those closest to you?  A tie, a mug, a toy?  After a while, your brother has enough ties,  your aunt has enough mugs and the kids’ toys get lost in the shuffle. These hope-giving gifts of livestock and training, bought in honor of your loved ones, are unique, tangible expressions of the love of Christ – the greatest gift of all.

The Heifer Int’l Living Gift Market is a chance for our congregation to reach people in need, both near and far. We can change the lives of people we will never meet, but who are our neighbors for whom Christ calls us to care. They dream of having enough food, a chance to support their families and the opportunity to send their children to school.
Heifer International works with faith communities like ours to help struggling families make their dreams a reality.  Imagine the blessings sowed if each family in our congregation stepped out in faith to feed another family through our Living Gift Market!  All gifts will be matched by a generous group of donors from December 1-31 up to $200,000. There is also a place to order “honor cards” for your gift recipient after the donation is made. NOTE: You do not need to login or create an account to donate/purchase gifts.

About the Heifer International Virtual Living Gift Market:
Heifer International’s Virtual Living Gift Market creates a space for our congregation to allow everyone in our community to purchase a memorable gift for loved ones. Giving the gift of an animal, water, or trees helps support project partners around the world. You are giving them hope and empowering them to live a resilient life to care for their family.
Heifer International is a nonprofit organization that began in 1944 with a mission to end hunger and poverty and care for the earth. We currently work in 21 countries (including the US). Find out more here.

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Watch Night Service – December 31st, 2021 – 10pm

Join the Watch Night Service led by Pastor Daniel Gbundema and the African Fellowship.  In the Sanctuary this year.

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Holiday Services:

Winter Solstice Gathering – December 21st

5:00-6:00pm – Longest Night Service
Billy DeFrank Community Center, 938 The Alameda, San Jose CA  95126

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Christmas Eve – December 24th

7:30pm – Lessons & Carols, Choirs
Service followed by candle lighting in the courtyard

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Sunday After Christmas – December 26th

10:00am – Worship with Carol Sing
Followed by Christmas Cookies & Fellowship

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New Year’s Eve Watch Night Service – December 31st

10:00pm – Sanctuary Opens- Choruses & Testimonies
11:00pm – Wesleyan Covenant Service Begins – Led by the African Fellowship

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Epiphany Worship – Sunday January 2nd, 2021

10:00am – Traditional African worship for Everyone
11:00apm – Coffee, Fellowship, & African Feast!

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Lunchtime Advent Concerts Return! – Fridays, December 3rd, 10th, & 17th

Take a mid-day break and enjoy a respite with the music of the Advent season.
The first three Fridays in December, from 12:30 to 1:00pm, we will again present our Lunchtime Advent Concerts.
All concerts are free and open to the public, so Share the Concert Flyer or our Facebook events with family, friends and neighbors, inviting them to take a break to enjoy the music of this blessed time.
FEATURED ORGANISTS:
Dec 3rd: Shine Kwon, of Campbell UMC
Dec 10th: Diane Keller, of 1st UMC of Palo Alto
Dec 17th: Eric Holderman, of Los Altos UMC

New this year!
We’ll also live-stream the concerts – tune in to our
Facebook page OR YouTube channel to watch – just like online worship.
Hope to see you!

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You Can Still Experience the Annual Christmas Concert 

The Campbell UMC Christmas Concert returned with the sounds of the season on Sunday, December 5th at 4:00pm.

The Menlo Brass Quintet, Chancel Choir, Carillon Choir members, and Children’s group performed with a repertoire that included stirring Christmas overtures and arrangements of traditional carols among secular and contemporary tunes.

If you were unable to attend the concert on Dec 5th, you can still experience this wonderful concert – just use this Order Form to obtain a professionally produced Digital Download.
Cost for the Hi-Definition Digital Download is $25.00.
DEADLINE to ORDER is December 31st.

All profits go toward the music program and audio systems for the church’s services and sending our message into the world. In return, enjoy the sights, sounds and uplifting music of this joyous season.

The concert for 2022 will again be the 1st Sunday in December – mark your calendar!

Wishing you and yours a safe and very Merry Christmas!

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Winter Solstice Gathering – December 21st, 5pm

Celebrating the glory of light amidst darkness.

A community gathering marked with candles, poetry, and chants while moving through the longest night of the year.

Join in on Tuesday, December 21, 2021, from 5 to 6pm at the

Billy DeFrank LGBTQ+ Community Center
938 The Alameda, San Jose CA  95126

Your Journey through the longest night will be guided by
Rev. Alyss Swanson of Campbell UMC and Rev. Naomi Schulz of Campbell United Church of Christ.

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All-Church CleanUp Morning – Saturday, November 13

In preparation for the holidays, please join the Trustees for service and fellowship to help clean the Sanctuary on Saturday, November 13 from 8am to Noon. The Sanctuary gets a lot of use between November and January!

All cleaning supplies provided & yummy treats will be joyfully served.
Come for as long as you’re able.
The Trustees organize these Work Mornings to get to the deep cleaning that our janitor is unable to do in her limited hours on our campus.
Many hands make light work!  Thank you for your support!

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Book Club for 2020-2021 – now being held virtually via zoom!

The group normally meets in the Fireside Room on the 4th Monday at 4pm each month, September thru June, excepting December.  The 2020-21 Reading List is posted on our page.

Book choices include memoirs/biographies, histories, some fiction, and soul-enriching experiences. We’ll be reading some great new titles and recent releases as introduced to us by fellow book-worms.  Newcomers and Drop-Ins Welcome!  Check out the reading list for 2019-2020 and join us at one of our next meetings.  Find out more on our page!

We attempt to pick books that are available at local library systems (eBooks & audio-books are readily available now too).
Newcomers welcome!
The previous reading lists from 2016-17, 2017-18, 2018-19, and the 2019-2020 session (including books suggested, but not selected) are also available for you to peruse. Find out more & join in…

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CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER – Autumn Festival Returns! – Sunday, October 24th, 3:30pm

Come celebrate the Fall season at the Autumn Festival!
Join us on Sunday, October 24th from 3:30 – 5:00pm in the CUMC courtyard for games, crafts, prizes, and FUN for all ages! We’ll even have a photo booth! Costumes are optional.
For the health and safety of all, we will not be serving food this year and masks are required.

We hope to see you there!

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Watch Night Service – December 31st, 2020 – 10pm

Join the virtual Watch Night Service led by Pastor Daniel and the African Fellowship. See your weekly email (or contact the office) for zoom meeting directions…

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The Campbell UMC Virtual Living Gift Market of Heifer International

This holiday season, what gift will you purchase for those closest to you?  A tie, a mug, a toy?  After a while, your brother has enough ties,  your aunt has enough mugs and the kids’ toys get lost in the shuffle. These hope-giving gifts of livestock and training, bought in honor of your loved ones, are unique, tangible expressions of the love of Christ – the greatest gift of all.

The Heifer Int’l Living Gift Market is a chance for our congregation to reach people in need, both near and far. We can change the lives of people we will never meet, but who are our neighbors for whom Christ calls us to care. They dream of having enough food, a chance to support their families and the opportunity to send their children to school.

Heifer International works with faith communities like ours to help struggling families make their dreams a reality.  Imagine the blessings sowed if each family in our congregation stepped out in faith to feed another family through our Living Gift Market!  All gifts will be matched by a generous group of donors from December 1-December 31 up to $200,000. There is also a place to order “honor cards” for your gift recipient after the donation is made.

NOTE: You do not need to login or create an account to donate/purchase gifts.

About the Heifer International Virtual Living Gift Market:
Heifer International’s Virtual Living Gift Market creates a space for our congregation to allow everyone in our community to purchase a memorable gift for loved ones. Giving the gift of an animal, water, or trees helps support project partners around the world. You are giving them hope and empowering them to live a resilient life to care for their family.
If you have questions about our church’s Living Gift Market, please contact Lindsay at (619) 548-3150 or lindsay.duvall@heifer.org.

About Heifer International:
Heifer International is a nonprofit organization that began in 1944. Our mission is to end hunger and poverty and care for the earth. We currently work in 21 countries (including the US) and have been in 125 countries. Since 1944, we have helped more than 35 million families get out of poverty. Heifer is working to close the gap between poverty and a living income – a dignified standard of living, by working with small scale farmers, and providing them the right tools, training and livestock to get them out of poverty and work towards a living income and become self-reliant.

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Angel Tree Toy Drive for 2020

UPDATE!  To make it more convenient for you during these strange times, we have made a selection of toys available on this Amazon wishlist.  They were matched with cards that were not already on the bulletin board at the church.  When you purchase your selection, it will be auto-shipped to the church. Please do not select gift-wrapping, but do put your name in the special instructions box so we know who to thank.  Click here for the wishlist.
NOTE: Be sure to select “Campbell United Methodist Church’s Gift Registry Address” when you place the order (for privacy, address will not show).

The in-person way: cards are pinned to the bulletin board in the breezeway outside the Fellowship Hall. 

After you have selected the wish card(s) and made your purchase(s), please bring them to the church during regular office hours.  You don’t need to leave it with the Office Manager, just place it in the foyer outside the office and it will be moved inside.
NOTE: Toys must be received by December 14th.

If you can’t make it to the church to select a wish card, you can order scrip cards for the toy drive.  The Salvation Army has asked that EACH DONATION BE AT LEAST $30. As most of the cards are sold in $25 denominations, we ask that you purchase three $10 cards or one $50 card.

Vendors that have $10 cards are:                 Vendors that have $50 cards are:
Target                                                             Target
WalMart                                                          WalMart
Claire’s                                                            GAP
Barnes & Noble                                               TJMaxx

You can use this Scrip order form for the gift cards or send an email to scrip@campbellunited.org.  Please have your order for scrip gift cards in by December 10th. The cards will be sent to the church office, and set aside for the Salvation Army.

Thanks for helping to make Christmas special for these children!

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Annual Charge Conference – December 5th, 2020

The annual Charge Conference for Campbell UMC will be held via zoom Saturday, December 5th at 1:50pm.  The District Superintendent, Rev. Samuel Hong will be presiding and all members are invited.   The Charge Conference will consider:

• The Pastors’ Compensation Packages
• The 2020 Membership Report
• The 2021 Nominations List

There are a series of questions that the District Superintendent would like us to contemplate at the meeting.  As this meeting will not be in person, it is important that communication is clear and concise.

a) What in your world has changed since your last regular annual charge or church conference?
b) How have these changes affected your life and the life of your church?
c) What changes will your church have to make in order to respond to the changes in your community?
d) What will your leadership as a church and as individual disciples of Jesus need to look like going forth for you to continue your work of disciple-making for the transformation of the world?
e) What in your church’s history of faith commitment can be a help to you and to the world in the days and years to come?

Contact Bruce Hallinan or Pastor Ouk-Yean for the zoom meeting link.
The final Church Council meeting for the year will follow immediately after the Charge Conference.

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Get SCRIP and Support Campbell UMC

No matter how (or what) you celebrate, SCRIP can help!

All throughout the year, Gift Certificates from SCRIP make wonderful gifts. Stop by the SCRIP table on Sunday morning to see what’s available.

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, Target, and Bed, Bath & Beyond are on hand. Crate & Barrel, Pottery Barn, and Williams-Sonoma 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!

Need something sweet for someone sweet?  We have See’s Candy certificates.
Going out for dinner?  We have Maggiano’s/Chili’s, Mimi’s, Olive Garden, Outback Steakhouse, Red Lobster, and Rock Bottom Brewery.

Do you delight in romantic poetry?  We have Barnes & Noble.
Is a movie night the ticket?  We have AMC & Cinemark.
If music be the food of love, we have iTunes, Amazon, and Barnes & Noble.
If a jolt of java jump-starts your heart, we have Peets and Starbucks.
Every SCRIP purchase benefits the church as well as you!
Stop by the SCRIP table during Fellowship Time after Worship on Sundays.

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CUMC Book Club Meets Monday, June 22nd

The book selection for our June 22nd meeting is One Giant Leap: The Impossible Mission That Flew Us to the Moon by Charles Fishman; the remarkable story of the trailblazers and the ordinary Americans on the front lines of the epic mission to reach the moon.

“President John F. Kennedy astonished the world on May 25, 1961, when he announced to Congress that the United States should land a man on the Moon by 1970.  No group was more surprised than the scientists and engineers at NASA, who suddenly had less than a decade to invent space travel.
When Kennedy announced that goal, no one knew how to navigate to the Moon.  No one knew how to build a rocket big enough to reach the Moon, or how to build a computer small enough (and powerful enough) to fly a spaceship there.  No one knew what the surface of the Moon was like, or what astronauts could eat as they flew there.  On the day of Kennedy’s historic speech, America had a total of fifteen minutes of spaceflight experience—with just five of those minutes outside the atmosphere. Russian dogs had more time in space than U.S. astronauts.  Over the next decade, more than 400,000 scientists, engineers, and factory workers would send 24 astronauts to the Moon.  Each hour of space flight would require one million hours of work back on Earth to get America to the Moon on July 20, 1969.
Fifty years later, One Giant Leap is the sweeping, definitive behind-the-scenes account of the furious race to complete one of mankind’s greatest achievements.  It’s a story filled with surprises—from the item the astronauts almost forgot to take with them (the American flag), to the extraordinary impact Apollo would have back on Earth, and on the way we live today…” (read more here)

The CUMC Book Club meets in the Fireside Room via zoom (March-June)
on 4th Mondays at 4pm,  September thru June.
     Newcomers and Drop-Ins Welcome!

Even if you’ve not read the book, join us (via zoom) at the meeting on
Monday, June 22nd at 4pm for a lively discussion.
Check your Midweek Message email for instructions to join the meetup,
or write info@campbellunited.org for online meeting details.

Find out more about the book club (including all of the selections for this season)
on the bookclub webpage.

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Calling All Graduates!

It’s that time of year again.  Even with sheltering in place orders and schools physically closed, education still continues; albeit in a new and different way.  On Sunday, June 7, we will recognize our Class of 2020 high school and college graduates.  If you are graduating from high school or college this year, include the following:

• Name
• Picture of graduate (if you wish)
• School or college from which you are graduating
• Degree (if applicable)
• Plans after graduation

Please send the above information to photos@campbellunited.org or the church office by May 29.

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Church Council Meets Wednesday, May 6th

Recently the Church Finance Committee applied for a Payroll Protection Plan (PPP) loan and it has been approved.

The intent of Congress was to provide a quick loan for small companies/non-profits to keep employees on the payroll during the Shelter In Place. The loan would be forgiven (i.e. converted to a grant) if certain criteria are met.  The Finance Committee is confident we can meet the criteria. This is a good deal for the church as it will enable us to maintain our church and Bright Days (preschool) staffing levels.

To formalize the adoption of the PPP loan, the Church Council must meet and vote on a decision to proceed.  An ideal time would be right after this evening’s Church Family Meetup at 7pm.  Immediately after the meetup we will hear from Charlie Slayman, Chair of the Finance Committee, about the terms and conditions of the loan/grant.   

Check your Midweek Message email for details on how to join the Zoom meeting:

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Virtual Easter Egg Hunt!

Easter isn’t Easter without an Easter Egg Hunt!  Even while we shelter in place, children can have fun during a church Easter Egg hunt.

On Easter Sunday, after the live-streamed worship service, there will be a video of our church grounds, where Easter eggs, bunnies, baskets and other goodies are hidden.  Watch the video and count the number of eggs, bunnies, and baskets you see.  And if you see fun other things (other than flowers and plants), count them as well.

How many can you spot?

Send your answer to cumcfamilies@campbellunited.org.  Everyone who responds will get a fun Easter e-card that turns into a jigsaw puzzle at the end.  Plus – the first Sunday we are back on campus for worship,
there will be a belated Easter goodie bag for all the children.

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Bring Your Bible to Church – March 15th

One of the milestones of children’s faith development in the United Methodist Church is the presentation of a Bible to each 3rd-Grader. This gift from the church starts children on a life-long journey with the Word of God.  When children have their own Bible, they are more likely to read Scripture, to learn, to question, to wrestle with understanding, to develop a personal faith; and to be grounded in the key issues of the Bible: the nature of God and human understanding of God; the human condition with all its inconsistencies; the interaction of Divine and human through redemption and salvation; and cultural ethics on which three major religions are based.

Many life-long Methodists still have the Bible they received in 3rd Grade.
On Sunday, March 15th, we will present this year’s 3rd Graders with their Bibles, and we encourage every person in the congregation who still has their 3rd-Grade Bible to bring it to worship.  You and your Bible will be celebrated along with the children receiving their own Bibles for the first time.

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CANCELLED: El Camino Real District UMW Spiritual Retreat

Due to the current unusually high health concerns, the Spiritual Retreat, scheduled for March 13-15, must be cancelled for this year. The retreat center has been required by their county Health Services Agency to not have any public gatherings for the next week or so. 

Your registration fees will be refunded.   

We hope that next year, we will be in a better situation, and that we can again offer you a spiritually uplifting and renewing retreat experience. 

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The 2020 District UMW Spiritual Retreat will be held March 13-15, among the redwoods of the Mission Springs Retreat Center, Scotts Valley, CA

Theme: Choose Hope for God’s World

An Inspiring program by Rev. Charlotte Bear.
Rev. Charlotte is a spiritual leader, healthcare chaplain, former broadcast journalist, community advocate and activist, wife, mother and US Veteran; as well as a pastor in our District.  Rev. Bear guides people to reconnect with the sacredness of God’s earth, to have an impact through collective action, and to build community resilience in response to a dramatically changing planet.

Please register (online form or mail-in form)
by Wednesday, March 4, 2020.
Register early for best availability of lodging options.
Full and Partial Scholarships available

Find more details about the retreat here.

Find out more about the Campbell United Methodist Women and our meeting circles.

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CANCELLED – Concert: Journey Home: The Journey of Harriet Tubman

We found out March 11 that SJSU Choirs are cancelling this event.

See more HERE…

On Friday, March 13th, at 7:30pm in the Campbell UMC Sanctuary, the San Jose State Choirs present an evening of music to alleviate the tired soul.

Ron Kean’s illustrious The Journey of Harriet Tubman is a stunning yet humbling tribute to the undying strength and resilience of an oppressed people that transcends across cultures, generations, and time.

This piece stands tall, reminding us all of a most divisive time in our nation’s history, how far we have come since then, and how much further we still have to go.

For tickets, go to http://www.sjsu.edu/music.

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Concert: Mendelssohn’s Elijah

On Friday, March 6th, at 8:00pm in the Campbell UMC Sanctuary, the Bay Choral Guild presents Felix Mendelssohn’s powerful oratorio Elijah, under the baton of Sanford Dole.

The oratorio is a masterpiece of the Romantic period and the account of Elijah’s prophetic vision and efforts to dissuade his people from the worship of Baal and return them to their faith is infused with human drama, the cataclysmic forces of nature, and rich symbolism.

The performance features the Jubilate Orchestra (playing period instruments) with superb soloists Bradely Ellingboe, bass, (Elijah); Jennifer Ashworth, soprano; Heidi Waterman, alto; and James Hogan, tenor.

Tickets are available at the door ($35 General Admission/$30 Senior), or
at baychoralguild.org ($30 General Admission/$25 Senior/$10 Student).

There will be a preview lecture one half hour before each performance.

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Spring Forward March 8th!

Remember to set your clocks forward

– One Hour –

at 2:00am Sunday morning OR
(easier still) Saturday Night before you go to bed.

Don’t want to be late for church!

Daylight Saving Time will begin at 2:00am on Sunday, March 8, 2020 in most areas of the U.S.  In our time zone, we’ll be on “Daylight Time” (PDT vs PST, Pacific Standard Time).

If it seems to you like this day used to come later in the year, you’re right.  Prior to 2007, when the Energy Act of 2005 took effect, we used to “spring forward” during the first week of April and “fall back” during the final weekend of October.  Since 2007, Daylight Saving Time got longer, beginning in March and ending in November.

Remember, DST is a good time of year to remember to change the batteries
on your smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors!

For more about DST and different ideas of when it would be easier
on us for it to begin/end, check out this Farmers’ Almanac article.

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All-Church Work Morning

Saturday, February 29th, 8:00am – Noon

Please join the Trustees for service and fellowship to help clean the Fellowship Hall on Saturday, February 29th from 8am to noon. The hall has gotten a lot of use between November and January – and does all year too!

Come for as long as you are able.
No need to stay the whole time.

All cleaning supplies and yummy refreshments will be provided.
The Trustees organize these Work Mornings to get to the deep cleaning that our janitor is unable to do in her limited hours on our campus.
Many hands make light work!  Thank you for your support!

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Annual Benefit Concert for Next Door Solutions

On Friday, February 28th, at 7:30pm in the Sanctuary, several local choirs will present the 10th Annual Benefit Concert for Next Door Solutions to Domestic Violence.  Spearheaded by Orchard City Community Chorus, guest choirs include the famed San Francisco Boys’ Chorus, the Opera San Jose Military Veterans Chorus, as well as the Rainbow Women’s Chorus and the Serendipity Choir.

Tickets are $20 at the door or online, and all proceeds go to Next Door Solutions.  For more information on Next Door Solutions, and how it helps those in crisis, visit nextdoor.org.
If you have one, please bring an old cell-phone for donation.

      Come and enjoy a wonderful and uplifting evening!

Share this community event flyer with friends.
See and share the Facebook Event!

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The Ash Wednesday service will be at 7:30pm on Wednesday, February 26th in the Sanctuary. This joint worship service with New Creation UMC marks the beginning of Lent & will include the imposition of ashes.

Lent is a 40-day season (not counting Sundays) of spiritual preparation for Easter, and all Christian believers are called to observe this holy season by intentional spiritual practices, such as repentance, prayer, fasting, and reading the Bible.

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An Update, Reflection and Conversation on
“A Protocol of Reconciliation & Grace Through Separation”

Over the last forty years, the United Methodist Church has been in a theological conflict over the issue of human sexuality.

Come Sunday, February 23rd, 3:00-4:00pm, to hear Randall Miller, a “progressive team member” of the “Protocol” Mediation Group present his reflections and respond to your questions on the recently proposed plan to end LGBTQ+ discrimination and violence.  2020 General Conference delegates will also be present to hear your thoughts and concerns.
Come and share your voice!
For more information, contact Rev. Alyss Swanson, alyss.swanson@cnumc.org.

ALL WELCOME!  See and share our Facebook event.

Fellowship and Refreshments immediately after.

To view the Protocol documents, FAQs, and other information click here.

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Valentine Dinner (and Fundraiser)

Are you tired of looking for, and reserving, a nice restaurant for your Valentine’s Day dinner, only to find them overbooked, overpriced, and crowded?

This year, try something different!  On Friday, February 14th, at 7:00pm in the Campbell UMC Fellowship Hall, the New Creation UMC Youth will hold a Valentine’s Dinner Fundraiser. They will serve a nice and full dinner in a romantically-decorated space, just right for your special Valentine’s Day meal.  All are welcome, including children. (Childcare services will be provided).

Tickets are $25 per person, proceeds benefit summer programs for youth/children.
Contact: Thomas Chong at ttchong@yahoo.com for more information or to sign up.

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Bring Your Recyclables on Sunday, February 9th!

Night to Shine

Night to Shine is a prom night experience, centered on God’s love, for people with special needs ages 16 and older. On one night, February 7, 2020, churches from around the world will host Night to Shine for thousands of guests.

Locally, the main event will be held at Home Church, and Campbell UMC is joining in to provide the space for the parents’ meal.  Many community groups and businesses are participating to make this night one which the youth will always remember. A variety of volunteers are needed, from decorating, to makeup assistance, hairdressing help, traffic help, etc.  To find out what is needed, and to sign up, go to nighttoshinesiliconvalley.org.

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AED Training

The Trustees invite you to attend a refresher course on using the AED (Automated External Defibrillator) unit Sunday, February 2nd, at 11:30 in the Fireside Room.

The AED is in the Fellowship Hall, and can be utilized to revive someone whose heart has stopped.  Procedures for use will be discussed.

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Give the Gift of Life

Start the month of February by giving the best kind of Love: giving blood to save lives.  The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive at Campbell UMC on Saturday, February 1st , from 8:30am to 2:30pm, in the Fellowship Hall.

To schedule your appointment or for more information visit redcrossblood.org and enter zipcode: 95008 or call 1-800-RED CROSS.

Streamline the donation experience, saving up to 15 minutes by visiting RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass to complete your pre-donation reading and health history questions on the day of your appointment.  If you have questions regarding your eligibility to donate blood, or have traveled in the past year, please call 1-866-236-3276. Identification is required to donate – please bring ID to the appointment.

The greatest gift you can give is the gift of life!

View and share our Facebook Event and click for a flyer to share.

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Church Council Meets Sunday, January 26th

In order to accommodate as many church members as possible in the planning of the church, we are now holding Church Council meetings on Sundays after service.

You are invited to attend the first Church Council meeting of 2020 – to be held after service on Sunday, January 26th, at 11:30am in the Fireside Room.

The agenda includes the 2019 YTD results and voting on the 2020 Budget.

Thank you for your participation in our congregation, and please feel free to invite other church members.

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WOMXN’S MARCH SAN JOSE 2020: Our Power Counts

Saturday, January 18, 11:00am-2pm
City Hall Rotunda, 200 E. Santa Clara St, San Jose

Our power counts.  The power in our voices, the power in our unity, and the power in our votes. 2020 is the 100-year anniversary of the 19th amendment, granting women the right to vote.  While we wish to honor and celebrate this milestone, we also recognize that the amendment gave suffrage to only white women and that a lot more work had to be done by womxn of color to achieve that same right. Voting is a crucial element of activism and civic engagement and because of this, there will be multiple opportunities at the March for you to register to vote as well as to learn how you can help others to register to vote.   Find out more on the website.

The spelling of Womxn is to emphasize that this March is a space that recognizes the contributions and value of non-binary folks. For too long, they have been excluded from feminist movements, and we are committed to changing that. All voices must be heard and all identities must be recognized.

The theme of Our Power Counts is also in recognition of the importance of the 2020 census. In order to ensure that our city and county receive adequate funds to perform crucial social services and maintain fair political representation, we must all do our part to guarantee that an accurate count of our residents is recorded. Because of this, the Action Alley following the March will have a booth where you can sign up to be a census worker as well as learn what being counted in the census means for you, your family, your community, and your country.

Please join the Campbell United Methodist Women for the fourth annual Womxn’s March San Jose on January 18th, 2020.  We will meet at the Flagpole in front of City Hall and begin walking at 11am to the Arena Green for the rally and call to action.  2020 is the year that we demonstrate our power to mobilize and create change with our voices, our unity, and our votes.

If you have any questions, please contact Andrea Starr by writing to umw@campbellunited.org.

See and share the Facebook event here.

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Financial Peace University Workshop

Get the New Year off to a good start by attending a Financial Peace University class, sponsored by Dave Ramsey Solutions.

The class will meet on Sundays, beginning January 12th, from 2:00–3:30pm in the Fireside Room; the final class will be Sunday, March 8th.

The class will be taught by Radhika Bauerle. The cost is $99, which includes all materials and one year of online resource tools.  The class consists of nine video sessions teaching money management and debt reduction.
If you’re interested, sign up online here.

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Adult Men’s Thursday Evening Study Group

The Evening Men’s Group has begun meeting again.  The book selected for this next session is “On the Brink of Everything: Grace, Gravity & Getting Old“
by Parker J. Palmer.

Drawing on eight decades of life — and his career as a writer, teacher, and activist — Palmer explores the questions age raises and the promises it holds. “Old,” he writes, “is just another word for nothing left to lose, a time to dive deep into life, not withdraw to the shallows.”  But this book is not for elders only. It was written to encourage adults of all ages to explore the way their lives are unfolding. It’s not a how-to-do-it book on aging, but a set of meditations in prose and poetry that turn the prism on the meaning(s) of one’s life, refracting new light at every turn.
From beginning to end, the book is laced with humor as well as gravitas.

This is a wonderful book full of insights.  It should generate lots of great conversation.  The book is available on Amazon and through the Santa Clara public library system or San Jose Public Library.  Check it out via the “look inside” feature at Amazon.

Given that we’re moving into the holiday season we’ve decided to change our meeting nights to the first and third Thursdays at 7:00pm.  Meetings between now and the end of the year are: Dec 5, and Dec 19.

The group takes a deep dive into different books throughout the year.  Anytime is a great time to join in as we read and discuss and share our insights into the book.

All men are welcome to join this small group.  The men’s evening study group meets twice per month on Thursdays from 7-8pm in the Wesley Lounge.  You don’t need to commit to make all of the meetings, just attend as your schedule permits.

On November 7th, we’ll discuss the prelude and also chapter 1 if we have time.  This is a short book and we will likely finish this one in January.  If you have suggestions for other books to study, do let Andrew know.  For more information, contact Andrew at men@campbellunited.org.

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Holiday Services:

Christmas Eve – December 24th

4:00pm – Children’s Christmas Pageant
9:00pm – Lessons & Carols, Choirs sing
Both services followed by candle lighting in the courtyard

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Sunday After Christmas – December 29th

10:00am – Worship with Carol Sing
Followed by Christmas Cookies & Fellowship

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New Year’s Eve Watch Night Service – December 31st

10:00pm – Chapel Opens
11:00pm – Service Begins – Led by the African Fellowship

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Epiphany Worship – Sunday January 5th, 2019

10:00am – Traditional African worship for Everyone
11:00apm – Coffee, Fellowship, & African Feast!

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Sunday School Holiday Schedule

CHILDREN’S Sunday School schedule:

• December 29: No Sunday School for all grades.  Nursery will be open.
• January 5:  No Sunday School – join us at Epiphany service!  Nursery will be open.

ADULT Sunday School holiday schedule:

• December 22 & December 29: No sessions.
• January 5:  Adult Sunday School resumes at 9:00am.

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Complete Concert & Holiday Schedule

Friday, Dec 6th – Lunchtime Advent Concert 

Friday, Dec 6th – Orchard City Chorus concert

Sunday, Dec 8th – CUMC Christmas Concert

Tuesday, Dec 10th – Bright Days Literacy Event

Friday, Dec 13th – Lunchtime Advent Organ Concert

Saturday, Dec 14th – Reindeer Romp event (prev Merry Mayhem)

Fri-Sun, Dec 13-15 – Silicon Valley Gay Men’s Chorus Concerts

Friday, Dec 20th – Lunchtime Advent Organ Concert

Sunday, Dec 22nd – Winter Solstice Gathering – 5pm (at Billy DeFrank Center)

Tuesday, Dec 24th – Christmas Eve Children’s Pageant – 4pm

                                   Lessons & Carols Service – 9pm

Tuesday, Dec 31st – Watch Night Service – 10pm

Sunday, Jan 5th – African Epiphany Service

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Winter Solstice Gathering – December 22nd, 5pm

Celebrating the glory of light amidst darkness.

A community gathering marked with candles, poetry, and chants while moving through the longest night of the year.

Join in on Sunday, December 22, 2019, from 5 to 6pm at the

Billy DeFrank LGBTQ+ Community Center
938 The Alameda, San Jose CA  95126

Your Journey through the longest night will be guided by
Rev. Alyss Swanson of Campbell UMC and Rev. Naomi Schulz of Campbell United Church of Christ.

See and share the event flyer here.

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Christmas Eve Pageant – December 24th, 4pm

As in past years, the Children’s Christmas pageant will be presented during the 4:00pm service on Christmas Eve.  The pageant provides an opportunity for children to be part of the worship service and to experience the wonder and joy of the story of Christ’s birth.  Every child who would like to be a part of the pageant is welcome.

This year’s program will be a “Do It Yourself Pageant” where we will create the pageant while in worship.  Children will not need to memorize lines nor have any rehearsals.  There will be parts for animals, angels, shepherds, and wise people.  As you enter the sanctuary on Christmas Eve, pick up the props for the part your child may wish to participate in: masks for the animals, halos for angels, staffs for shepherds or crowns for wise people. Children will be asked to come forward as their part of the story unfurls.  At the conclusion, all the children will be on stage together.

Being in the Christmas pageant is a meaningful and memorable experience for children and a gift to the congregation.  Thanks for participating!

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Giving the Gift of Love

Share the joy of Christmas with children in need through the Giving Tree.  Beginning November 24th, a Christmas tree with gift tags will be in the entryway to Fellowship Hall.

Take a tag from the tree, purchase the gift listed on it, and return the gift unwrapped to the church office by Monday, December 16th.

All the gifts will be picked up and distributed to local families who cannot afford gifts.  Last year, 205 gifts were donated – let’s see if we can beat that this year!

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Reindeer Romp – December 14th; 9:30-11:30am

Have yourself a crafty little Christmas at the Reindeer Romp, Saturday, December 14th, 2019, from 9:30-11:30am.
ALL Welcome!

9:30 – 11:00am:
• Pictures with Santa
• Crafts for All Ages
• Breakfast Treats
• Holiday Stories & Movies
and
11:00 – 11:30am:
• Christmas Sing-along

You are invited to bring a canned good to fill up the food barrels to help feed those in need.

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Lunchtime Advent Concerts – Fridays, December 6th, 13th, & 20th

Take a mid-day break and enjoy a respite from the holiday hustle and bustle to experience music as a reminder of what the Advent season is: preparation and expectation of the Christ Child.

The first three Fridays in December, from 12:30 to 1:00pm, Campbell UMC will again offer our Annual Advent Concerts. All concerts are free and open to the public, so please share & invite friends, family and neighbors to take time from the “busy-ness” of their day and enjoy the music of this blessed time.

On December 6th our first concert, “A Wreath of Carols” will feature music by Brian Holmes: Jolynda Tresner, viola and soprano; James Creer, baritone; Alan Cooper, violin; Zhou Yih, Cello; Shine Kwon, piano; Brian Holmes, French horn; Elizabeth Young, oboe.

On December 13th, the Advent concert will be an organ recital by Haewon Kim, Organist of Good Samaritan Korean Church, Sunnyvale.

on December 20th, the Advent concert will feature Shine Kwon, Organist of Campbell UMC.

Share this flyer and all our Facebook events (concert links above) with friends and family.

Hope to see you there!

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The Annual Christmas Concert – SUNDAY December 8th – 4:00pm

Nothing says Christmas like melodic voices, handbells, and fanfare!

The annual Campbell UMC Christmas Concert celebrates the sounds of the season in a musical extravaganza on Sunday, December 8th, 2019 at 4:00pm in the Sanctuary.

Featured will be:
Singers: Chancel, African, and Joyful Notes vocal choirs;
Ringers: Carillon Handbell Choir and friends;
Players: Two Brass Ensembles bring their joyful music to the concert.

The repertoire spans the secular as well as arrangements of traditional carols and stirring Christmas overtures among contemporary tunes.

AND we’ll have a Christmas reception after with light snacks and beverages.

All invited – ALL Welcome!

Invite your friends and neighbors: share this Facebook Event OR this Concert Flyer !

See you there, and Happy Holidays!

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Recycling Drive – Sunday, December 8

The Youth will be holding a recycling collection on Sunday, December 8th to fund raise for Sierra Service Project next summer.

Bring your plastic bottles and aluminum cans.  There will be youth by the Fellowship Hall at 9:30am to collect your donations.
Thanks in advance for your support!

For more information contact the youth leaders.

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Rooted in our Foremothers, Women’s Vision of Shalom

Mary’s song of praise is her lyrical response to the good news of Jesus birth through her. Mary magnifies the Lord who has chosen her to be the bearer of the Messiah, and bursts into a vision of shalom where the powerful are brought low, and the lowly raised high, the hungry filled with good things, and the rich sent away empty. This envisioned world is one of peace, justice and wholeness.

Come join the Campbell United Methodist Women on Thursday, December 5, 2019, in the Fireside Room, as we discover how Christmas is a reminder that we, too, stand on the shoulders of our foremothers in mission while allowing future generations to stand on ours, and continue to engage in faith, hope and love in action.
ALL are Welcome!!

General Meeting at 9:30am

Refreshments at 10:30am

Program at 11:00am

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Annual Charge Conference

Campbell UMC will be holding its annual Charge Conference Wednesday, December 4th, at 7:00pm in the Fireside Room.  Rev Justin Ryu of New Creation UMC will be presiding.  We’ll present the membership report, officers for the coming year, and approve the pastor’s compensation package for 2020.

The final Church Council meeting for 2019 will be held immediately after the Charge Conference.

All are welcome to attend – we hope you will join us.

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Interfaith Thanksgiving Service

Tuesday, November 26th, 7:00pm

The Campbell Interfaith Thanksgiving Service is a new event, sponsored by the Campbell Ministerial Association, a newly formed clergy group. Hosted by our church, this community worship service will seek to bring the people of Campbell together for a time of worship and fellowship in the week of the national holiday.

It will be an evening of people of different faiths coming together to express gratitude individually and corporately and commit to serve others in need.  Participating churches and groups include Campbell United Church of Christ, Campbell United Methodist Church, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Campbell Ward, First Congregational Church of San Jose, St. Lucy’s Catholic Parish, The Home Church, and a few other faith organizations and individuals.  A combined choir will sing, and offerings will be taken for the homeless ministry within the city of Campbell. There will be a reception after the worship service.

Everyone is encouraged to bring an item for the Second Harvest Food Barrels to share with those in need.
It will be a wonderful way to start our Thanksgiving celebrations as we move into the Holiday season.

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All-Church Work Morning

Saturday, November 16th, 8:00am – Noon

In preparation for the holidays, please join the Trustees for service and fellowship to help clean the Sanctuary on Saturday, November 16 from 8am to noon. The Sanctuary gets a lot of use between November and January!

Come for as long as you are able.
No need to stay the whole time.

All cleaning supplies and yummy refreshments will be provided.
The Trustees organize these Work Mornings to get to the deep cleaning that our janitor is unable to do in her limited hours on our campus.
Many hands make light work!  Thank you for your support!

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This Week – Sunday, November 10

Our Youth Group will be selling See’s Candy during the month of November to help pay for next year’s Sierra Service Project (SSP) trip. There will be a table set up in the Fellowship Hall after worship each Sunday through December 1st. The last day to purchase will be Dec 1st, and orders will be ready for pick up on the following Sunday, Dec 8th. Payment is needed when ordering and checks should be written out to Campbell UMC with SSP in the memo line.

SSP is a week-long trip where our youth, along with youth from other churches, serve in low-income communities. Projects include building decks and ramps, painting,  replacing roofs, and other building/updating projects. If you would like to learn more about SSP, you can visit their website.

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Church Council Meets Sunday, November 3rd

In order to accommodate as many church members as possible in the planning of the church, we are now holding Church Council meetings on Sundays after service.

You are invited to attend the next Church Council meeting to be held after service on Sunday, November 3rd, at 11:30am in the Fireside Room.

The agenda includes the revision of our Reconciling Statement, so you are encouraged to attend this meeting and voice your support for those changes that extend our welcome and message of radical hospitality for those in the LGBTQ+ community, including their friends and family.
Other agenda items include, 2019 YTD financial results and 2020 Budget preparations, and the Sierra Leone trip in February.

Thank you for your participation in our congregation, and please feel free to invite other church members.

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Reconciling Ministries Anniversary Celebration:
Sunday, October 27th, 2019; 10am

Sermon: “All Are Welcome, but…”
Text: Acts 8:26-40

We’ll celebrate our 22nd Reconciling Anniversary with Israel (Izzy) Alvaran, Reconciling Processes & Western Regional
Organizer from the Reconciling Ministries Network, preaching.

Pastor Alyss and Izzy will give a short presentation on the state of the church leading into the
2020 UMC General Conference after the worship service at 11:30 in the Fireside Room.

If you have questions, please contact Pastor Alyss at alyss.swanson@cnumc.org.

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Annual UMW Enchilada Sale

November 2nd is the day the United Methodist Women will make more than 1000 enchiladas for your enjoyment.
Order yours during coffee/fellowship time on October 6th, 13th, 20th, and 27th or click here for an order form & mail your order and payment to the church office today!

If you would like to be part of the fun, fellowship and mission of the day we make these yummy delights, please contact Carla Twilleager at 408-370-0847 or email her at dctwilleager@sbcglobal.net

October 27th is the last day to order, SO DON’T MISS OUT!

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Annual Autumn Festival

On October 27th from 5-7pm, we will hold our annual Autumn Festival.

Come in costume (optional) and join in the Fellowship Hall as we partner with New Creation United Methodist Church for an evening of games, crafts, food, and even a photo booth!

This is an event that is fun for All Ages!

View and Share our Facebook Event here.

View and Share the event Flyer here.

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Bible Study: Covenant

Covenant is a Bible study taking a deep look at the biblical concept of covenant as a unifying theme running through the Old Testament and the New Testament.  It underscores the unique relationship that God chooses to have with us as God’s people, a relationship grounded in the faithfulness of God’s love and on our ongoing commitment to stay in relationship with God.   This study which covers the whole Bible is made up of three eight-session modules that meet for 90 minutes each week.

Covenant Bible Study returns this fall with TWO classes:
A continuation of the spring class, which is now working through Module 3, Trusting, will continue to meet each Wednesday from 10:30am to noon in the Wesley Lounge, beginning September 4th.

The group will start up again with the next module next year, after the holidays.

The previously announced Tuesday evening class to begin with Module 1, Creating, has been postponed.

The Covenant Bible Study Participant Guides are available at smile.amazon.com or Cokesbury.  The Covenant Bible Study is divided into three modules (Creating, Living, Trusting). You can buy all three guides for the whole study or just the Module you want. The study involves daily scripture readings, video, and group experience.  For more information, email Pastor Ouk-Yean or call 408-378-3472, ext 12.

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Membership Class

Would you like to know more about Campbell UMC, and/or are you interested in becoming a member?

You are invited to a class for potential new members on Saturday, October 12th, from 9:30am-11:30am in the Wesley Lounge.

Learn basic background about the United Methodist denomination and its place in the continuum of Christian tradition, as well as learning about this particular local congregation.

Attending the class does not obligate you to join – it can simply be a way of learning more. All are welcome.  Please email Pastor Ouk-Yean at: pastoroukyean@campbellunited.org.

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Altar Flower Arranging

Current Flower Arrangers will meet for a planning session on Tuesday, October 8th, at 7:00pm in the Wesley Lounge.

All potential arrangers are welcome to join the discussion and learn more about our flower arranging practices.

Fresh Flowers on the altar add beauty and meaning to the worship service, remind worshippers of the depth and breadth of God’s handiwork in nature, and provide an opportunity for families to celebrate or remember events.  It takes a dedicated team to create arrangements each week, and the Flower Team is in need of more flower artists.

If you enjoy arranging flowers and would like to do an arrangement once a week, please contact Linda Kropff at 408-257-5292 or linkropff@aol.com. Some experience is preferred, but training guidelines are available. Without enough arrangers, we will use our artificial bouquets, (but we’d rather not).

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Multi-Cultural Potluck Lunch- October 6th

When:  Sunday, October 6th, 2019; 11:15am, directly after worship
What:   Potluck Lunch
Where: Fellowship Hall

Please bring a dish to share that represents your cultural heritage/nationality.
For a little more fun, you could bring something to display that says: Sweden!, Sierra Leone!, Mexico!, China!, Scotland!, Philippines!, and so on.
If you like, wear something (Dirndl, Muu muu, Dashiki) that represents your culture.

Please RSVP/sign up (either during Fellowship Time or mention on your bulletin’s attendance slip) to acknowledge your attendance at this All-Church gathering!  We look forward to seeing you there!

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Workshop – Words That Could Wound

Our resident Videographer & Audio Recorder, Mark Shepherd, has a colleague who is offering a unique workshop in which you may have interest –
the workshop will be held on Saturday, October 5th, 9:30am-4:30pm.

With all communication there is:
* The Intention
* The Words
* The Outcome
When outcomes don’t match intentions…
Could it be the words?

SO LET’S CONSIDER:
* Words that could create resistance
* Words that create rapport
* 13 words that bring smiles and nods

STORIES THAT WOULD HEAL
STORIES ARE VERY POWERFUL!
They can create trust, teach and heal.
“Once Upon a Time”… what Magic!
* Where? *How? *When? *Who?

Are you ready now to make some great changes in your life?  For further details,
See this flyer.

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Sierra Service Project 2020 PLANNING – September 29th

For youth who will be freshman in the fall of 2020 through seniors graduating spring of 2020:

It’s time to start planning next summer’s SSP trip.  For those of you who are interested in participating, there will be a meeting September 29 at 11:30am in the youth room.  We’ll look at the participating sites and dates, answer any questions you might have about the program, let you know the cost and talk about fundraising.  Even if you’re not sure about going, come to the meeting and learn more about SSP and talk to youth and adults about what it’s like.

Priority registration opens October 1 so we’ll want to get our request in as soon as possible.

Here is the link to the Summer 2020 Information Packet: https://sierraserviceproject.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/2020-Summer-Information-Packet.pdf.  Along with information about the program, page 6 has the sites and dates. Here are those the leaders think look good:

•     Lake County (new site, close) -Week 4 or 5
•     Smith River -Week 5
•     San Diego (urban) -Week 3

If you can’t make the meeting, but are interested in going, let the Leaders know.
Hope to see you on the 29th!

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Church Council Meets Sunday, Sept 29th

In order to accommodate as many church members as possible in the planning of the church, we are holding Church Council meetings on Sundays after service.

Find the agenda here & last meeting minutes here.
We hope you can join us after worship this Sunday, September 29th
at 11:30am in the Fireside Room.
Please feel free to invite other church members.

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Recycling Drive – Sunday, September 15

The Youth will be holding a recycling collection on Sunday, September 15th to fund raise for Sierra Service Project next summer.

Bring your plastic bottles and aluminum cans.  There will be youth by the Fellowship Hall at 9:30am to collect your donations.
Thanks in advance for your support!

For more information contact the youth leaders.

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Bodies in Motion Exercise Class

   Keep your best body possible! Exercise will help maintain and improve flexibility, range of motion, endurance, balance, and strength.

The class is taught by certified personal trainer Dolores Ramos, and is aimed at older adults, but anyone is welcome to participate.

The class is $48.00 for a 6-week session, from August 13th – September 19th, meeting twice a week: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00 to 11:00am on the third floor of the AMY building.

For information, call Dolores Ramos at 408-2478-1832.

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SILICON VALLEY PRIDE PARADE & Celebration:
NEXT Sunday, August 25th, 2018; 10am – 5pm

You are invited to join our fellow Reconciling UMC Churches of Silicon Valley at the upcoming SV Pride Parade & Festival on Sunday, August 25th.

The parade is  ~.5 mile long, starting at E. Julian Street and moves along Market Street to Cesar Chavez Park, where the Festival will be held.  The parade begins at 10:00am, but to march with us, meet at the starting area (E. Julian x Market) at 9:30am.

District Superintendent Shinya Goto will lead worship following the parade (around 12pm) in Cesar Chavez park, near our UMC hospitality booth (Church Coming Out).

Everyone is encouraged to attend and show personal and congregational support for our LGBTQ+ siblings.  If you are unable to join in the parade, you also have an opportunity to support this important ministry by visiting or volunteering to help at the festival booth.

If you have questions or can help at the booth, please contact Pastor Alyss at alyss.swanson@cnumc.org.

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Sunday School Teachers Retreat

On Saturday, August 24th, from 9:00am to noon, there will be a Teachers’ Retreat/Meeting in the Fireside Room.

All teachers are encouraged to be there by 9:00am promptly.  Interested parties are also welcome to join the retreat. 
A light breakfast will be served before the retreat begins.

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See the 107th Birthday Party!

See photos from our celebration of Evelyn Buck’s Birthday during Fellowship Time Sunday, August 4th.  Evelyn was also recently featured in press releases from Andy’s Orchard.

She has had an apricot named for her, the Evelyn Apricot, and she sold homemade apricot jam at the orchard’s Tour and Tasting Event on July 20th!

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Water Balloon Wednesdays in July & August

Another Summer Fun event we’ll hold in July & August is Water Balloon Wednesdays!

They will be held on the following Wednesdays:
July 17th,  24th, & 31st    and
August 7th, 21st, & 28th
from 3:30 to 5:30pm on the church lawns.

All ages are welcome, both the young & young-at-heart, but parents must stay and supervise their children.
Light snacks will be provided.

Some help filling water balloons would be much appreciated.  Ideally two persons would fill between 3-3:30pm to have a plentiful supply. If you can assist, please contact the church office.

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Forward Together: Reclaiming Our Church Through Radical Love

J.J. Warren, a young and aspiring gay United Methodist clergy, spoke at General Conference in February and inspired many by his passion and commitment for LGBTQ+ justice. His CA speaking tour will bring him to Los Altos UMC in August.
Join in and please RSVP here. You can find flyer cards to share in the narthex at church on Sunday.

Please share widely with others!

Date / Time: August 10, 2019, 4pm
Address: Los Altos UMC, 655 Magdalena Avenue, Los Altos, CA 94024

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All-Church Picnic & BBQ

    SATURDAY, AUGUST 10th, 8am-8pm; John D. Morgan Park, Picnic Area C

Save the date for a fun, all-church outing in Campbell. CUMC has reserved picnic area C, with 3 on-site BBQ pits.  John D. Morgan Park is located at 540 W. Rincon Avenue, off of Winchester Blvd.  Bring a picnic lunch and beverages for your family, and take turns grilling, if desired. Bring your Frisbees, Badminton sets, and other fun games, along with your hats and sunscreen!

City of Campbell Park Rules:
– No portable BBQ grills may be brought to the park.  Use on-site grills only.
– Children must be supervised by adults at all times.
– No smoking in any city park area.
– Badminton & Volleyball nets allowed, but please do not set up near walkways.
– Dogs on leashes allowed, except Children’s Areas.

 Campbell UMC Rules:
No alcohol allowed – this is a church event, so just as no alcohol is allowed on campus, no alcohol is allowed at an official church event, even if off-site.

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Family Game Night with Ice Cream!

Friday, August 9th, from 7:00 – 9:30pm in Fellowship Hall.

Bring your favorite game to play, or choose from one of the many provided.  Enjoy ice cream while you play (ice cream provided), and bring your favorite topping to share.
Water and lemonade will also be provided.

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BIKE & BUILD BBQ: Friday July 26!

Bike & Build will be returning to Campbell UMC for an overnight stay on Friday, July 26th.

Bike & Build is a national non-profit for affordable housing.  Young Adults volunteer to cycle across the country, raising money while they do so, while stopping to build affordable homes in several of the communities they visit.

“Our” team of 18 started from Jacksonville, Florida, on May 12th, cycling through the southern states, and stopping overnight at Campbell UMC before their final day of cycling when they will end up in Santa Cruz, CA.

– Our team will give a presentation on affordable housing on their evening here.  Join them for a potluck BBQ meal on July 26th in the Fireside Room at 7pm and hear about their efforts, and the affordable housing situation in general, certainly a hot topic in Silicon Valley.  We’ve invited all our sister churches in the circuit.

– In addition to the potluck meal on Friday, we will also be providing breakfast on Saturday morning, July 27th.  If you are an early bird who would like to help cook or serve, or would like to provide supplies for breakfast or snacks, please contact Barbara Wade at churchoffice@campbellunited.org).  *NOTE: We will probably be on campus between 4:30am and 5:00am to prepare breakfast to be served at 6:00am.

For more information, see Bike & Build and view the team members who will be here.

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USS Hornet Splashdown Event!

Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Lunar Landing on Saturday, July 20th, aboard the USS Hornet (docked in Alameda), which was the ship assigned to recover the Apollo astronauts after they splashed down in the Pacific Ocean.  Landing a man on the moon was one of this country’s seminal events and drew the country together during a time of turmoil and unrest.  The 50th anniversary event celebrates the courage, effort, and vision of all involved.

Meet those involved in the recovery effort as well as astronaut Yvonne Cagle, a Novato native, and a member of the astronaut class of 1996, who will speak from 11:00am to noon.  Also watch the world première of the Smithsonian documentary, “The Day We Walked on the Moon.”  Featuring the personal remembrances of Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and key figures at Mission Control, the documentary shows just how dangerous the mission was, and how close it came to failure on numerous occasions.

See rocks from the Moon, photographs and memorabilia, and the Museum’s standard exhibits.  Cost of the event is $20 for adults, $15 for seniors/students/military, and $10 for youth. Children 6 and under are free.

The event is begins at 10:00am, and we will carpool from the church at 8:45am.
If you would like to come along, please contact the church office at  office@campbellunited.org.

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Join in the Summer Fun!

Family Game Night

Friday, July 12th, 7:00 – 9:30pm, in Fellowship Hall. Board Games & Card Games for all ages, Movement Games for the little ones. Bring your favorite game (some are provided) and a snack to share.

♫ Ice Cream Social & Sing-A-Long! ♫

On Sunday, July 14th, at 2:00pm, gather in the Fellowship Hall for a Summer Ice Cream Social and Sing-A-Long. Sorbet will be provided for those with lactose intolerance. Enjoy homemade caramel sauce and hot fudge sauce, and other toppings, and sing some good old songs!

Stay Tuned – More Summer Fun events are in the works!

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Summer Fun & Fellowship Survey

The last few Sundays, there has been an insert in the bulletin inviting you to select (and suggest) events in which you may be interested in participating with your church family over the summer.  That list is available here as well, so if you didn’t get a chance to see it or to make selections, you can do it online!

Please let us know if you would you be interested in getting together with CUMC members this summer for any of the listed activities – and/or suggest some of your own!  Online, you can also make a different list for each email address you enter!

Let’s have some fun together this summer!

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United Methodist Summer Camps

Ongoing Registration!  A week at camp can be a life-changing experience for children and youth.

The Summer Camp Programs of the California-Nevada Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church are about meeting the hopes and dreams of parents, and creating lifelong, life-changing memories for young people, in a safe, fun, and caring environment.  Your child will discover an ever-greater love for God in their hearts – while growing in self-confidence, resourcefulness, and gratitude, as they encounter a spiritual awakening that will unfold over a lifetime.

Monte Toyon Camps:
Toyon – July 7th – 13th: youth entering 3rd through 9th grades.
Toyon L.I.T. – July 7th – 13th: (Leaders In Training) 15-17 year olds, who have completed their sophomore year in high school.

Lodestar Camps:
Lodestar – July 14th – 20th: youth entering 3rd through 9th grades.
Lodestar L.I.T. – July 14th – 20th: (Leaders In Training) 15-17 year olds, who have completed their sophomore year in high school.

You can register ONLINE here.

For questions, contact Shari Sandoval at 916-374-1528 or sharis@calnevumc.org.
If you turn in your registration receipt to the church office, Campbell UMC will reimburse you for the deposit (up to $100).

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LIGHTS FOR LIBERTY – Friday, July 12th, 7-9pm

Join in Lights for Liberty: A Vigil to End Human Detention Camps, which will bring thousands of Americans to detention camps across the country, into the streets, and into their own front yards, to protest the inhumane conditions faced by refugees. Bring a candle, a sign, and your friends and join your United Methodist Church family in advocating for justice.

More information: https://www.lightsforliberty.org
Our local location is at San Jose City Hall Plaza.
Share the Facebook event & invite friends/family – www.facebook.com/events/352097999046213

There are other vigils all over the SF Bay Area (& the world!), find more here.

Even if you cannot attend a main or a local event, you could participate by lighting a candle in front of your home. Perhaps invite your neighbors to join in solidarity with our fellow human beings and against the cruel and inhumane treatment of migrants in concentration camps throughout our country.

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Project for the Homeless

On June 30th after worship, anyone aged 10 and older is invited to help with a homeless project.
No sewing skills required!

Meet in the Fireside Room and hallway by the kitchen.  Help cut out scarves, pin blankets together, and cut plastic for ponchos.  Bring fabric scissors if you have them.  Questions? Call Jane LaPierre (check with office for number).

Travel-sized toiletries will also be collected that day.

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CROP Walk

*Please note the date has been changed to Sunday, June 30th.

Meet in the Fireside Room after church for a quick lunch (provided, no need to BYO) and then we will carpool to Vasona Reservoir and walk around the lake for two or more laps.  Donation forms for signing up your donors will be available during Coffee Hour – look for Joyce Hocker at the CROP table.

CROP stands for “Christian Rural Overseas Program,” and it began in 1947 under the auspices of Church World Service.  The primary mission was for Midwestern farmers to share their grain with war-ravaged Europe, which continued on food rationing for several years after WWII ended.  As Europe stabilized, CROP continued in the form of Hunger Walks which raise awareness of hunger issues, and which solicit donations to ameliorate them.

CUMC has participated in CROP Hunger Walk since the South Bay Walk began in 1977.  Since 1993, the first year donations were tracked by region, our community has raised over $1.2 million through 70+ local groups.  We walk to respond to resource shortages, to protect and provide for our vulnerable, to build sustainable community, and to show solidarity in a time of divisiveness.  We choose to walk so that others don’t have to.  Join us on June 30th and WALK!

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San Francisco PRIDE MARCH – June 30, 2019: 11:00AM – 6:00PM

Come join Bishop Carcaño, SF District Superintendent Staci Current and your United Methodist siblings from the CA-NV Conference – March in solidarity to show that God does not discriminate!

Please register here to march in the parade contingent & receive further updates on timing and location.  You can also tell us your t-shirt size; register for the trolley (for those that cannot walk the entire route); seating is available for up to 25 participants. Let’s make this the largest contingent ever!  For questions contact: Angela Brown at angela.brown@cnumc.org

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Vacation Bible School 2019 will be
June 24-28th from 9:00am – 12:00pm

This year’s theme is:
Roar!  Life is Wild, God is Good! 
This epic African adventure engages the whole herd.  At Roar, kids explore God’s goodness and celebrate a ferocious faith that powers them through this wild life.

The week includes: New friends, Exciting experiments, Creative crafts, Fun treats, Surprising adventures, and Incredible music.

VBS at Campbell United is open to all kids (potty-trained) 3-years-old through completed 5th grade.
Completed 6th graders and up can volunteer on leadership teams. Volunteers Welcome!

View and Download the registration form. Register early to save your spot.
Last day for Campbell UMC to receive your registration is June 16th.

See and share our Facebook event – all welcome!

View and share the poster, and check out more about “Roar” here:

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Bible Study: Covenant

Covenant is a Bible study taking a deep look at the biblical concept of covenant as a unifying theme running through the Old Testament and the New Testament.  It underscores the unique relationship that God chooses to have with us as God’s people, a relationship grounded in the faithfulness of God’s love and on our ongoing commitment to stay in relationship with God.   This study which covers the whole Bible is made up of three eight-session modules that meets for 90 minutes each week.

Facilitated by Pastor Ouk-Yean and Claudia Slayman, the Covenant Bible Study will continue in May & June with Module 2, “Living the Covenant.”  We will continue to meet on Wednesdays, from 10:30am to Noon in the Wesley Lounge, from May 8 to June 26.

The Covenant Bible Study Participant Guides are available at smile.amazon.com or Cokesbury.  The Covenant Bible Study is divided into three modules (Creating, Living, Trusting). You can buy all three guides for the whole study or just Module 2, Living the Covenant. The study involves daily scripture readings, video, and group experience.

The current Covenant Bible Study participants (Creating the Covenant) would love to have more people join them in their study.
For more information, email Pastor Ouk-Yean, or phone her at: 408-378-3472, ext 12.

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Annual Handbell Concert

The ringers performed their Annual Handbell Concert on
Sunday, May 19th at 4:00pm.

Campbell UMC is blessed to have multiple handbell choirs who participated in this year’s concert:
The Carillon Choir and The Diamond Ringers, (youth from 3rd – 8th grade).

The handbell ringers perform many different styles of repertoire: Secular, Pop, Classical, Jazz standards, & other rhythms will be among the featured songs. Handbells are very versatile instruments – if you have not heard handbells play in concert before, you should check it out!

If you were unable to attend on Sunday, May 19th, you can still experience this wonderful concert – just use this Order Form to obtain a DVD or Download.  Cost for DVD or HD Digital Download is $25.00, and $35 for a high definition Blu-ray.
DEADLINE to ORDER is JUNE 16th.

All profits go toward the purchase of a camera system for recording the church’s services and sending our ministry & message into the world.  In return, enjoy the uplifting sights & sounds of this joyous musical.

The concert for 2020 will again be the 3rd Sunday in May!

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PARKING LOT RESEALING!  HEADS UP!

The parking lot will receive a much-needed sealing Monday, June 10th, and Tuesday, June 11th.

On Monday, the South driveway and south half of the parking lot will be closed.  Entry will be in and out of the north driveway (Wesley Manor side).
On Tuesday, the north driveway and north half of the parking lot will be sealed, which means all traffic must use the one-lane south driveway.  Please take care when using this driveway as it was not designed for two-way traffic!

Permission has been given to park in the Home Church lot in the four lanes closest to Latimer, which would be a smart choice, particularly on Tuesday.

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Confirmation Potluck June 9

There will be a confirmation potluck on Sunday, June 9th, immediately after the church service. The congregation is invited to bring main dishes and side dishes to support the confirmands and make this a memorable day for them.

Please note that cakes will be provided, so no desserts will be needed.
Kindly send in details of your desired dishes by Monday, June 3rd, to the church office or you can contact Lynn Dellaporta (669-210-9795) or Admire Akapo (408-337-7167).

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Music Appreciation Sunday

Sunday, June 2nd:
The choirs and handbells will sing and ring!

Join us for this joyous celebration in song!

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HYMN SING – All Welcome to Come and Sing!

On Sunday, June 2nd, at 4:00pm, the San Jose Chapter of the American Guild of Organists (AGO) is holding their regular meeting at Campbell UMC in the Sanctuary.

The meeting will take the form of a hymn sing in which various organists will choose a hymn, which the audience sings, and then the organist will play an arrangement or improvisation of the same hymn.  Our own Shine Kwon will be playing, as will Darryl Parker, our regular substitute organist.

Anyone is welcome to attend this free event and join in the fun of singing and hearing great organ playing.

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“Hollywood Meets Broadway”

On Friday, May 31st at 7:30pm, the Orchard City Chorus will present their spring concert in the Campbell UMC Sanctuary, followed by a reception in Fellowship Hall.

Tickets are $20 and may be purchased online at www.orchardcitychorus.org
or at the door.

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The Old Testament, Fast Forward – Annual Children’s Musical

The Joyful Notes Children’s Choir performed their Annual Musical on May 5th, 2019, at 10am and 2pm.

The Old Testament is really a library of books written by dozens of inspired authors.  The Old Testament Fast Forward is presented with the comic notion that this epic history can be recounted in ten minutes!

If you were unable to attend on Sunday, May 5th, you can still experience the old stories of love, forgiveness, courage, and promise in the musical, The Old Testament Fast Forward – just use this Order Form to obtain a DVD or Download.  Cost for DVD or HD Digital Download is $25.00, and $35 for a high definition Blu-ray.
DEADLINE to ORDER is JUNE 2nd.

All profits go toward the purchase of a camera system for recording the church’s services and sending our ministry & message into the world.  In return, enjoy the uplifting sights & sounds of this joyous musical.

Questions? Write to: info@campbellunited.org

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Musical May!

Sunday, May 5th: Annual Children’s Musical.

Friday, May 17th: Aaron Tan Organ Concert, 7:30pm in the Sanctuary, sponsored by the San Jose Chapter of the American Guild of Organists, and dedicated to the memory of Mary Ann Gee.  Aaron is the Winner of the Young Artist Award at the National Convention. If you love hearing our Schantz organ on Sundays, come hear more on May 17th!  The concert will be followed by a reception in Fellowship Hall.

Sunday, May 19th: Annual Bell Concert, 4:00pm in the Sanctuary.  Hear handbells as you’ve never heard them before as the Bell Choirs of CUMC present their annual concert with music in a variety of genres.
The concert is free and open to the public.

Friday, May 31st: “Hollywood Meets Broadway.” Orchard City Chorus presents their spring concert at 7:30pm in the Campbell UMC Sanctuary, followed by a reception in Fellowship Hall.  Tickets $20 at the door or may be purchased online.

Thank you for your support!

Graduate Recognition

Graduate Recognition Sunday will be Sunday, May 19th.

If you or a family member is graduating from high school, college, vocational school, or is receiving a post-graduate degree, please email barbarawade@campbellunited.org with the name of the graduate, the school, the degree (if applicable) and future plans, if known.

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Lunch Bunch Meets Sunday May 19th

The Single Senior Lunch Bunch will meet after worship THIS Sunday,
May 19th, at 11:30am
at
Effies Restaurant located at 331 Hacienda Avenue, Campbell.
The restaurant’s phone number is 408-378-3400.

Come for fun & fellowship.  Separate checks provided.
New members are always welcome!  See you there!

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Aaron Tan Organ Concert – Friday, May 17th, 7:30pm

This free concert is sponsored by the San Jose Chapter of the American Guild of Organists, and dedicated to the memory of Mary Ann Gee (longtime organist and music coordinator at Campbell UMC).  Aaron has selected special music for this recital dedicated to Mary Ann which will have a freewill offering.

Aaron Tan is a Canadian engineer, organist, and pianist.  He has won numerous noteworthy contests and scholarships on both instruments including the First Prize and Audience Prize at the prestigious AGO National Young Artists (NYACOP) competition in 2018. Other competition prizes and awards include the Toronto RCCO Young Organists Competition, the Osborne Organ Competition of the Summer Institute of Church Music (Ontario), the RCCO’s National Organ Playing Competition, the Charlotte Hoyt Bagnall Scholarship for Church Musicians, the Lilian Forsyth Scholarship, the West Chester University Organ Competition, the Arthur Poister Scholarship Competition, the Sursa American Organ Competition, and the XVI Poland International Piano Festival Competition.

If you love hearing our Schantz organ on Sundays, come hear more on May 17th!
The concert will be followed by a reception in Fellowship Hall.

See and share the Facebook event with friends and family!

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Bright Days Silent Auction Fundraiser

The 2019 Bright Days Auction Fundraiser begins Sunday, April 28th and closes on Tuesday, May 7th.  Proceeds support the Bright Days Preschool Playground Fund for playground improvement projects and the Bright Days Financial Aid Fund to assist families with tuition cost during times of financial hardship.

Over 400 items will be on display for bidding during Coffee Hour on Sunday, April 28th and Sunday, May 5th.

The display will be moved to the Education Building hallway for bidding on weekdays during the event.

Mark your name, phone number, and bid amount on the bid sheet corresponding to the auction item.
Highest bidder at auction close wins the item. Winners do not have to be present.

All are invited to a FREE Pasta Dinner on Tuesday, May 7th at 5:30pmin Fellowship Hall.  Auction closes at 6:15pm in the Education Building immediately after dinner.  Childcare is available.
Thank you for your support!

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The Old Testament, Fast Forward – Annual Children’s Musical

The Joyful Notes Children’s Choir will perform their Annual Musical the first Sunday of May at 10am and 2pm.

The Old Testament is really a library of books written by dozens of inspired authors.  The story it tells begins with creation and moves through human sin and God’s great plan of redemption, a plan that included nearly 2,000 years preparing the Hebrew people for a coming savior. The Old Testament Fast Forward is presented with the comic notion that this epic history can be recounted in ten minutes!

Please join the Joyful Notes Children’s Choir on Sunday, May 5th, at both the 10:00am service and at 2:00pm that afternoon, as we experience the old stories of love, forgiveness, courage, and promise in the musical, The Old Testament Fast Forward by Tom S. Long and Allen Pote.

Campbell UMC invites the whole community – ALL are Welcome!
Click on this Link to invite friends and family with our Facebook event.

Questions? Write to: info@campbellunited.org

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The Children’s Musical is almost here!

Which means it’s now time to build the set — and we need your help! Musical set construction will take place the week of April 28 – May 5.
There are jobs for everyone — no matter what your skills or talents: construction, priming, painting, decoration, prop-making and set tear-down.

Drop by anytime – Here’s the schedule for the week:

• Sun April 28: 2pm: clear chancel area of chairs, altar, pulpit, etc.
• Sun April 28: afternoon & evening: build set framing & flats (heavier construction)
• Mon April 29: afternoon & evening: construction continues (mix of heavy/light)
• Tue April 30: afternoon & evening: construction continues + paint priming
• Wed May 1: 6pm to 10pm (after rehearsal) — painting & light construction
• Thur May 2: afternoon & evening: painting / decorating
• Fri May 3: 6pm to 10pm (after dress rehearsal) — painting / decorating
• Sun May 5: Musical performances at 10am (Worship) & 2pm (Community)
• Sun May 5: 3pm to 7pm: demolition, clean-up, restore sanctuary

If you are interested in helping, there are two ways to sign-up:

1. E-mail Daelene at joyfulnotes@campbellunited.org or Jim at jimgroff@campbellunited.org
2. Call us at home (leave a message) to let us know when you’ll be there

Jim designs the set & manages construction — for reference in case you need to reach him during the week of April 28– May 5, he can be reached at the above email or by text.
Thanks a lot — we appreciate it, and so will all of the kids!
-Daelene & Jim Groff

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All-UMW Bi-Annual Meeting – May 2nd, 9:30am

The United Methodist Women invite you to join them for their May program on Thursday, May 2, 2019, in the Fireside Room.
The two bi-annual General Meetings of Campbell UMW (open to everyone, not just UMW Circle members) are held the first Thursday of May and the first Thursday of December at 9:30am.

The Sacred Space of Rest and Self-Care

Rest and self-care are so important.  When you take time to replenish your spirit, it allows you to serve others from the overflow. You cannot serve from an empty vessel.  ~  Eleanor Brownn

Join the United Methodist Women as we discover ways to follow the example of God in the creation story and create a sacred space for rest to reconnect with God.

• Business Meeting from 9:30 am – 10:30am
• Coffee and Brunch from 10:30 am – 11:00am
• Program begins at 11:00am

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Save Your Recyclables

There will be another recycling drive on Sunday, April 28th.
Save your plastic bottles and aluminum cans (anything that says “CRV” on it).  The Campbell United Methodist Youth Fellowship (UMYF) will be in the parking lot at 9:30am that morning to start collecting.

This is the UMYF continuing fundraiser for their Sierra Service Project trip.
Thanks for your support!

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(Links go to our Facebook event pages.)

Palm Sunday – April 14th:

10:00am – Joyful Sunday Service with palms;
Joyful Notes with the Chancel choir,
celebration and loud hosannas!
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