BOBBY JO VALENTINE COMES TO CREEKSIDE Sunday, November 26, 5:00pm, Creekside Singer-songwriter Bobby Jo Valentine will share his music at Creekside Crossings, featuring songs from his newest album as well as old favorites. Don’t miss this wonderful evening. BE A CHRISTMAS ANGEL FOR A DAY Could you share the Christmas spirit by delivering one of the plants that have graced the Sanctuary to someone in need of special recognition? Pick up the plants after the last Christmas Eve service or over the next two days and deliver them to the individuals assigned. Contact Corny Sluis ([email protected]) by November 26 to sign up and receive a delivery route. CHILDREN’S CENTER PJ DRIVE Through December 1 Our Children’s Center Preschool is collecting 175 new pairs of children’s pajamas for Head Start Preschool in Mountain View. If you would like to help, pick up a PJ tag from the window display in the Children’s Center Multi-Purpose Room and purchase a new pair of pajamas in the size and gender listed on the tag. Return the PJs and attached tag by December 1. HOMEMADE FOR THE HOLIDAYS Saturday, December 2, 2:00pm-4:00pm, Creekside All are welcome to make Advent wreaths, participate in a service project, and learn about the true meaning of Advent. Light refreshments will be served. Please consider bringing a new, unwrapped gift for a child (ages 1–18) for donation to Hope’s Corner. To help defray the cost of the wreath materials and refreshments, we are asking for a $20 donation. Please register online (www.bit.ly/homemadelaumc) by Sunday, November 26. 20 HARPS FOR THE HOLIDAYS CONCERT Saturday, December 2, 4:00pm, Sanctuary Harpeggio Music and LAUMC invite you to enjoy the annual holiday harp concert. The program features a festive selection of music, including traditional carols and popular holiday music. John Metras will perform on Paraguayan and cross-strung harp. Tickets are $15/general, $12/seniors and children. Contact Stephanie Janowski (408-366-8810 or www.harpeggio.com). Proceeds go to Harpeggio Music to help support studio activities. ALL-CHURCH CONFERENCE Sunday, December 3, 12:30pm, Creekside C/D We will hold an All-Church Conference to approve pastoral compensation for 2018 and the yearly membership report, plus consider a proposal to honor the Rev. Dr. Mark Bollwinkel as a pastor emeritus. All church members may vote. A Church Council meeting will follow, which all are welcome to attend. SCHOLA CANTORUM PATRIOTIC SING-ALONG Today, 3:00pm, Sanctuary Schola Cantorum’s community sing-along honors veterans and our country with patriotic tunes and songs about places in America. No experience is necessary. The words will be projected on a screen so participants can follow along. Tickets can be purchased at www.scholacantorum.org or at the door. TUESDAY AT THE MOVIES Tuesday, November 21, 1:00pm, Live Oak Room Come view a movie with Boomers and Beyond. Drinks and snacks are provided. Contact Harriet Palmer (650-948-9527). THANKSGIVING EVE SERVICE Wednesday, November 22, 7:30pm, Sanctuary Thanksgiving Eve is one of the most heartwarming services of the year. Our two youth choirs, Lightshine and Starfire Singers, lead us in worship through song. Pastor Dirk Damonte will share the message. Please bring nonperishable foods; the collected food will be donated to Community Services Agency. RSVP FOR THANKSGIVING DINNER BY TOMORROW! Thursday, November 23, 2:00–5:00pm, Creekside Join your LAUMC family for Thanksgiving dinner! It’s free to attend, with financial contributions accepted but not necessary. No shopping, cooking, or worry—just show up and give thanks. Sign up at www.bit.ly/laumcthanks2017 by tomorrow. THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY: CHURCH OFFICE CLOSED Thursday–Friday, November 23–24 The church office will be closed for the holiday. For urgent pastoral care, contact our After-Hours Pastoral Care Line at 650- 823-4562. SIGN UP FOR ADVENT DEVOTIONAL GroupLife is publishing an Advent devotional written by folks of all ages from our own LAUMC community, with a scripture, reflection, and prayer for each day of Advent. Print booklets will be available for pick-up starting November 26, or to receive a daily email, text the word ADVENT and your email address to 650-229-5200. Contact [email protected] with any questions. Out of the Valley of Dry Bones Sunday, November 19, 2017 Welcome to Los Altos United Methodist Church! We believe all persons are children of God, and we welcome ALL, regardless of age, cultural background, disabilities, ethnicity, financial circumstances, gender identity, marital status, religious tradition, or sexual orientation. JAVA JOY – 10:30am, Creekside Come enjoy a time of fellowship, a cup of coffee, and some goodies, hosted by Children’s Ministries.