The document provides announcements and updates from Community United Methodist Church. It includes prayer requests, upcoming youth programs and events, sign-ups for trips and activities, and schedules for meetings and services in the coming weeks.

1. Prayer Update Aug 8, 2010 And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. Romans 8:28 Community United Methodist Church

2. Joys and Blessings Betty Patterson is home from the hospital. The lovely summer weather we are enjoying. Progress in cleaning up the Gulf Oil Spill

3. Prayer Concerns Marion Mac Donald’s daughter-in-law, Patty Brewer, had hernia surgery on Wed. For those out of work and struggling.

4. Continued Prayers Margaret Scott Rick Pottle Byron Crail Hoyet Seals Cathy Machado

5. Wednesday Evening Youth Program EVERY Wednesday Night at 6:30pm Open to all youth, so bring your friends!

6. The Pentateuch We are studying the most ancient Books of our Bible. We’re led by Jim Fonda every Sunday morning at 8:45. Come when you can, you aren’t required to attend every Sunday.

7. Sign Up for Lodestar Today! Sep. 25 & 26 Adults: $65 Kids 6—18: $40 5 and under free Ask about the “Friday Night Option!”

8. Ice Cream Social and Tri-Tip Dinner August 21 at 6 pm Auction: Lots of items for sale Donations: Baked goods, White elephant gifts always welcome Please contact: JoAnn Kearns (847-2438) or Phyllis Pottle (847-3636)

9. Steadfast Heart in the Park Free Concert: Friday, August 27 at 6:30pm Dorada Park - East A & 2nd Street

10. Stanislaus River Rafting Trip When: Saturday, August 28th. 8:30 am to 4 pm Where: Meet at CUMC to carpool. Who: Anybody from 6 to 106. Life vests, raft, oars, and safety instruction provided by Sunshine Rafting. Class I - II (easy) Cost: $22 per person (Includes hot dog lunch). What to bring: Water shoes, sunscreen, water, snack. Water guns, optional. RSVP Claudia Parrish or Jim Austin by Aug. 20.

11. Habitat for Humanity Youth Project If you are between 10 and 18 years old, your help is needed! Join us for a fun-filled day on a construction site that is normally closed to those under 16. Sat., Aug. 21, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm 1102 Tenaya Drive, Modesto Lunch will be provided See the bulletin for more info.

12. Events this Week Today - Membership Meeting Weds - Praise Team Practice Thurs - Trustees Meeting Next Sunday - MAP Meeting

13. More Upcoming Events Aug 19 - Finance Meeting Aug 28 - Pinochle Aug 29 - Oak Valley Care Center Sep 2 – Church Council Sep 5 – Last summer Potnic Sep 12 - Service in the Park