Worship Update 12/11

From Jay

Sunset and you
As I sit down to write this morning, I know what I want to write about, but have zero creativity or brain power, and have literally been staring at the screen for 5 minutes waiting for my fingers to begin moving. They have, as evidence you are reading this. J

I would love to start a discussion with you, if you are willing. For several weeks I have been meeting in the morning on Wednesday’s with about 10 people, basically looking at the DNA of Sunset. We are asking questions like: “What is unique about Sunset?”, or, “As a result of someone being exposed to Sunset, what do we hope happens in their lives?”, or, “What, because of our community and resources, are we uniquely equipped to do to make a difference in this area?”

The reality is, although these types of discussion include a goal of bringing more unity and focus to a church, they can’t just happen in a room with 10 people. They have to be taking place all across the church. It’s important that key leaders have your input and feedback constantly, not just once a year with a survey, etc.

So I am asking for your feedback and response to three questions. You can email me your answers at jaymckenney@sunsetpres.org Or, you can go to Sunset's Worship Community Facebook Page, and answer these questions in more of a discussion format, I will post this as a note on that page.

What drew you to Sunset originally?
What has you here today?
What would keep you here in the future?

Here are my personal answers to those questions:
What drew me here originally was a strong sense of calling to a ministry role at Sunset.

What has me here today is a continued strong sense of calling, along with relationships and consistently seeing the hand of God work in people’s lives.

What would keep me here in the future is relationships, a continued sense of calling to serve here, and to continue to witness people’s lives changed spiritually as a result of God’s work through this church body.
Your turn!

Seasons of Service
Food and Toy
Food & Toy 2009 will take place the week of December 14, culminating with Delivery Day on Saturday, December 19. Throughout the week, cookies will be baked, toys will be wrapped, and food will be packed for up to 700 families. Please mark your calendars and consider how you and your family and friends can make this part of your Christmas tradition and celebration.Click here for more information. Click here to volunteer.

Something New…
Contact Info: Rachel Hansen
In order to facilitate better communication and serve the needs of adopted families, there’s been a "Wants" and "Gots" discussion board created for Food and Toy.The purpose is to create a place for you to post some of the bigger needs of families that have been adopted. It is also a place to post items that you have and no longer need at your house. Think of it as a modified "Craigslist" for Food and Toy.Follow this link and check it out... then pass it on to all Sunset members to help get the word out:
http://tinyurl.com/wantsandgots

We are already aware that there are families sleeping on the floor or that do not have a table so they can eat together as a family. Examples of items you may be finished with:
couch, kitchen table, furniture vacuum you are replacingbed and or mattress extra TV you no longer needcrib or a toddler bed your kids grew out of a computer you are replacingbedding you are replacing perfect condition clothes or shoes (no junk)Small Appliances full set of dishes (toaster oven, blender, microwave)Please email me personally if you have any questions.Merry Christmas... may the SPIRIT of our LORD overwhelm you with JOY!
Rachel Hansen

Opportunities to Serve
Ushers Needed!!
We are in need of ushers for all 3 services, especially the 11am. If you are available and willing to serve once a month as an usher, please contact tracifranzke@sunsetpres.org or 503-292-9293x3083.

Communion Help
We are looking for people willing to serve once a month helping with communion. Specific positions needed are prep, servers, and clean-up. If you are interested and willing to serve, please email to tracifranzke@sunsetpres.org or call 503.292.9293 x3083.

Sunday Morning Preludes
We are looking for people willing to play the preludes Sunday mornings before The Nine service, in March and April. For more info or to propose a list of your available Sundays please contact Janet Harmon, jkharmony@comcast.net.

Upcoming Events
December 13 – Christmas Concert, Sunset Choir & Orchestra
December 16-19 – Food & Toy
December 24 – Christmas Eve Services 3, 5, 7 & 10pm
When Heaven Came Down, Consider the Wonder of the Christ Child
December 25 – Christmas Day
January 1, 2010 – New Years Day
January 15-16, 2010, Mission Connexion, Crossroads Community Church
Over 120 informative workshops, over 70 mission exhibits and resources.
Open to all - free admission. Crossroads Community is located in Vancouver, WA
For more info www.MissionConneXion.com
January 17, 2010 – Hymn Night