JOIN US FOR SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICES AT 9:30 A.M.
ADULT CHRISTIAN EDUCATION – Join us for a new class led by Dr. Ken Zanca, today, Sunday, Feb 8, entitled, "Jesus' Most Important Miracle? Why is the Feeding of the 5,000 the only miracle to appear in all 4 gospels?" We hope you will grab a coffee and cookie and attend in the Conference Room (behind Sanctuary.)
ASH WEDNESDAY – Pastor Julie will lead a brief time together time together in person, on Wednesday, February 18th at 12 noon in the Sanctuary for those who would like to receive ashes. The Sanctuary will be open at 11:50 a.m. and there will be a time of quiet music and meditation for those who wish to pray. A short liturgy and scripture reading will follow at 12:10, with ashes imposed at the end. Everyone is welcome, as we enter into the Season of Lent prior to Easter.
SOUP AND SALAD LUNCH – The Worship Committee will be hosting our monthly church lunch on Sunday, February 22nd, after worship. We will provide a variety of soups, salad, bread, and beverages. We hope to see you there!
WORK DAY VOLUNTEERS NEEDED - The Buildings & Grounds Committee is looking for volunteers to assist with cleaning and organizing the kitchen, pantry, freezer, refrigerator and storage room off of the kitchen. Our work day is scheduled for February 14th from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Bring your Valentine and join us. Donuts and coffee will be provided. If you are interested or have any questions, please contact the church office or Desiree Coulson.
PER CAPITA - Our church encourages all members to make an extra donation of $44 to cover their Per Capita fee. Please write "Per Capita" in the memo section of your envelope, check or Zelle payment. Per Capita is a set amount of money per member that congregations pay to PCUSA and Riverside Presbytery. The breakdown of the $44 Per Capita fee is $10.84 to PCUSA General Assembly, $2.85 PCUSA Synod and $30.31 to Riverside Presbytery. Our church pays the Per Capita fee for all members and for 2026 owes $3,344 for Per Capita. We would appreciate your assistance with this. Thank you.
WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY – Join us as the women explore “The Surpassing Value of Knowing Christ: A Study of Philippians” video class and workbook by Beth and Melissa Moore. Wednesdays, 10am-12pm. Let Pastor Julie know of your interest at scalgal61@gmail.com
ONGOING COLLECT FOR ST. JOHN'S EPISCOPAL CHURCH: We will continue monthly to collect protein items for St. John's Episcopal Church's community food distribution program. The collection box will remain in the Narthex for your donations of canned meats, beans and peanut butter. Thank you for helping our neighbors.
BIRTHDAY & CELEBRATION OFFERING – Starting in 2026, we are renaming the Birthday Offering to the “Birthday & Celebration Offering.” This means that you can make a donation for your birthday, anniversary or any other thing you would like us to celebrate with you. The Birthday & Celebration Offering is collected the last Sunday of every month. Thank you for your support of this fund that helps to pay for church improvements.
2026 STEWARDSHIP CAMPAIGN – Our 2026 Stewardship Campaign theme is "Our Church Changes Lives Because of You." We encourage all to give of their time, talents and treasures to further the kingdom of God here at our church, in the Coachella Valley, in the U.S.A. and around the world. Help us make a difference in lives everywhere as we share the Good News and love of Jesus Christ. Please consider making a financial pledge for 2026. Pledges help our Session plan and budget for next year. Check out our 2026 Stewardship Campaign videos. The Stewardship Committee wishes to thank all those who have turned in commitment pledges for 2026. Currently, we have 50 pledging units for a total pledged of $244,224. We have exceeded our goal of $235,000! Thank you. We welcome those of you who have not yet pledged to turn in pledge cards. They are available in the Narthex and also in the church office. Our church changes lives because of you! Thank you for your support.
ZELLE DONATION OPTION -We now take donations through ZELLE! This is an instant bank to bank transfer of money initiated by you. There are no fees associated with this type of donation. If you chose this, please do so using our finance email address: standrewfinance1@gmail.com. You are still welcome to make donations by check, cash, or through our online VANCO platform. Please know that VANCO takes 2% of every donation. We thank you for your continued support of God's work here at St. Andrew.
DID YOU KNOW WE HAVE ASSISTED LISTENING DEVICES? – Assisted listening devices are available to help in Worship. Joe Hamner has them at the back table if you would like to use a set.