Announcements for the week of 2/13/23
Join Us for Sunday Worship
You are welcome to join us in person for worship! Please note that wearing face masks in the church building is voluntary.
Transfiguration of the Lord Sunday
Pastor Al’s sermon title is “Caverns of the Holy: From Character to Conduct"
Kevin Wong Memorial Service, Saturday, February 18 at 3PM
There will be a Memorial Service for Kevin at our church building on Saturday, February 18 at 3PM. A reception with Kevin’s favorite foods will take place after the service.
Please be aware that parking will be challenging so leave plenty of time to park and walk to the church building. You may also consider taking public transportation, Uber, Lyft or other creative means.
Ash Wednesday Service, February 22 at 7PM
Let’s begin the observance of the Lenten season together by coming to the Ash Wednesday service at church at 7PM. Please note that this service will be live, there will be no zoom.
Love Feast, Sunday, February 26
We have another opportunity to fellowship together by eating together. Stay after service next Sunday for a simple meal.
Second Look
Ever feel like you need to “mull over” what you heard during the Sunday service with someone? Beginning on March 5, you will have the opportunity to do so. Pastor Al will be sharing more about this.
Special Offering for the Relief Work in Turkey and Syria
Our church will be sending a gift via Covenant World Relief and Development for the relief work following the earthquake in Turkey and Syria. While the gift will be sent from the GFCC general fund, you can make an additional gift via our church portal.
Covenant World Relief & Development - The Evangelical Covenant Church (covchurch.org)
Tithes & Offerings Web Portal
Grace Fellowship Community Church Website
The website is still under construction but take a look at it.
Should you have any questions, you can email Jeremy Wong at webmaster@gfccsf.org.
Opt In/Opt Out Form for Social Media and Photography
For our church website, we would like to add pictures which may include your image. We need your permission to do so. If you have not done so, please print the attached form, complete and sign. We also have copies of this consent form at church. Every person in our congregation must complete and sign. Parents of minor children must sign on behalf of your child. Return the form to Caroline Kennedy or Jennifer Yee.
Contact Mike Peterson, Jeremy Wong or Caroline Kennedy with any questions.
Opt In Form for Social Media and Photography
Partnership Opportunities
Sunday Refreshments - partner with someone to provide refreshments after Sunday service. You can sign up online or on the church bulletin board
Sunday Refreshment Cleanup - we always need people to stay behind and clean up
Food Pantry - sign up online or on the church bulletin board
Kaleo - help limited English speaking participants practice their English - see Alejandro or Caroline
Community Events
Mike Budde Zoom Convo, Saturday, February 18, 9:00AM - 10:00 PM.
New College Berkeley is hosting a Zoom convo with our long-time friend Mike Budde this Saturday, February 18, 9-10AM. They'll be discussing his latest book, Foolishness to Gentiles: Empire, Nationalism & Discipleship. Craig Wong invites you to listen in!
Register at www.bit.ly/ncb-budde