Watsonville First United Methodist Church

Watsonville, CA

Easter Week Activities

Watsonville First United Methodist Church
229 Stanford Street | watsonville1stumc.org | (831) 724-4434

Palm Sunday          
Sunday, April 2 ~ 10:00 am in-person worship service

Good Friday Labyrinth Walking Meditation
Friday, April 7 ~ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm, Social Hall

Easter Egg Coloring (Children & Youth)
Saturday, April 8 ~ 2:00 pm, Social Hall

Easter Celebration Service 
Sunday, April 9 ~ 10:00 am in-person worship with
the Reception of New Members Service

Children’s Easter Egg Hunt
Sunday, April 9 ~ After Easter Celebration Service

**NEW DATE** Day Retreat ~ What to do with ANGER: Understanding Our Sacred Emotion by Dr. Peter Coster

*NOTE: Due to current unprecedented atmospheric rivers that are sweeping across our area, we are postponing the Retreat to Sat. April 29, 10 am – 3:30 pm with Dr. Peter Coster. Everything is the same except the change of date. For those who have registered, you are already registered for this retreat on April 29th.  However, if you wish to receive a refund, please contact the office.

Questions? Call the office at (831)724-4434 or email [email protected]

Saturday, April 29, 2023 | 10:00 am – 3:30 pm
Watsonville First United Methodist Church
Check-In: 9:30 am | Lunch Provided: 12 pm -1 pm

Registration Fee: $25, Register HERE | Registration Deadline: April 26
Payment Options: Cash – Pay at church office | Check – Mail to church office
PayPal – Click HERE | Financial Scholarships available!

Peter H. Coster, PhD, MDiv, LMFT is Relational Psychotherapist, Clinical Supervisor and the Executive Director for the Center for Psychotherapy, Spirituality and Creativity. 
 

Studies have shown that having a positive relationship to anger is essential for both mental and physical wellness. Yet many of us suffer from misconceptions about anger which often results in our inability to channel and express this sacred emotion in ways that benefit us and others  

In this all day workshop we will discuss how anger is:
*A messenger telling us that something is wrong.
*A powerful source of energy.
*A response to pain and necessary for survival.
*A secondary, but sacred emotion. 

You will learn how to identify your particular anger style and the necessary tools for creating positive change in your life.

COPA: Housing Civic Academy // Academia Cívica de Vivienda de COPA

Our church is hosting a COPA: Housing Civic Academy this Saturday, March 25 at 3 pm – 4:30 pm in our Social Hall. See attached flyers for more information. Please share with others far and wide! Thank you.

Nuestra iglesia está organizando una Academia Cívica de Vivienda de COPA este sábado 25 de marzo de 3 pm a 4:30 pm en nuestro Salón Social. ¡Vea los volantes adjuntos para más información. Por favor, comparta con otros a lo largo y ancho! Gracias.

REMINDER: Tomorrow is Ash Wednesday!

Ash Wednesday is Tomorrow, February 22, 2023. You can receive the imposition of Ashes by the pastor or office staff from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm outside the Pastor’s Office.

Remember “You are dust, and to
dust you shall return.”
~ Genesis 3:19b

Announcement of New Class!

All Things Pertaining to Christian Faith and Life
Conversation with the Pastor

What is this study about? 
This is a 30-minute discussion group that meets each Sunday to have a lively conversation with the pastor on All Things Pertaining to Christian Faith and Life. This is a deep dive into the pastor’s core theological and spiritual foundation that informs his ministry and life.

Pastor John writes, “I don’t expect you to agree with everything I believe in. Instead, I encourage you to think for yourself and reflect deeply in these areas of Christian life. It is my hope that our conversation will lead to developing and forming your own living faith that will guide your life.”

When and Where?
It begins Sunday, Jan. 22, 2023, 11:30 am – 12 pm, St. Stephen’s room. This will be repeated until the course is over.

What will we discuss?
Everything and anything that pertains to life of faith. You are encouraged to ask questions and share your thoughts as we cover various topics. At the first meeting you’ll receive a study companion that addresses following topics:

  • Spiritual Journey         
  • Daily Mantra                
  • Nine Permissions                     
  • The Trinity                                                                    
  • Jesus Christ                                                                  
  • The Bible                                                                       
  • Wesleyan Heritage                                                       
  • Radical Inclusive Love of God 
  • Beloved Community    
  • Nonviolent Communication               
  • Sacred Activism                                                           
  • Interfaith Dialogue                                                      
  • Fidelity to Truth and Reality                                      
  • Jesus as the Template for Transformation
  • Calling                                                                           
  • The Goal of Christian Life
  • Benevolent Universe    

Do I have to show up to every class?
No. This is for you for your own enrichment and edification. So, attend as much or as little as you want.

How do I sign-up?
Call or email the church office so we can print out the study companion that you will need for the discussion group.Email: [email protected]|Phone: (831) 724-4434