Sunnyvale, California

Date:/Time: Sunday, Mar 2, Apr 6, May 4, June 1 @ 10:00 am

Location: Various, TBA

Leaders: Pastor Rob & Sandi Colón, 650.868.6034, pastorrob007@gmail.com

You asked for you and you’ve got it! We are no longer just a road cycling group, we will be rotating between road rides and mountain bike rides! All riders are welcome. All you just need is a bike appropriate for the terrain, and a helmet. We will e-mail the information on all the rides the week before we meet. On the day, all are welcome to ride their own pace and shorten or lengthen the ride according to your preference and ability. Come join us for fun fellowship and fresh air!

Bay Area Retirees Club

Date:/Time: Every 3rd Wednesday of the month @ 11:30 am

Location: Fellowship Hall at Mt. View Central Church (unless we are going on an outing)

Leaders: Roshelle Brenneise, gibbonmonkey@juno.com H: 408.371.4168, C: 269.277.1545

Group Details: Fellowship with other local outgoing active retirees.

Events: February 20, 2008 de Young Museum in San Francisco

Crafting Group

Day/Time: First Sunday of the month, or TBD, @ 3:00 - 6:00 pm (year round)

Location: Sunnyvale SDA Church Fellowship Hall

Leaders: Barbara Goodman 916.606.1380 , bargoodman@gmail.com & Shannon Andres 408.482.3242 , ssfield@hotmail.com

This is your monthly appointment to get that project finished or finally learn to start the project you've been dreaming of. Scrap-booking, knitting, crocheting, sewing, needlework, digital photo albums, etc. Teaching and learning new skills in a creative, supportive environment is our goal.

Special Note: Contact sunnycraft@yahoogroups.com to make sure we’re meeting the first Sunday of the month or to join the crafting yahoo group.

First Place

Date:/Time: Wednesdays, 7:00 – 8:00 pm (weekly, Sept – Jan)

Location: Cupertino, (call for details)

Leaders: Rebecca Reis, 408.829.5867, rebeccasrussell@gmail.com & Tamra Clemons, 650.279.6210, tclemons@miramonteschool.org

Group Details: You can change your life forever by putting Christ first. Started over 20 years ago, the First Place program has been used in over 12,000 churches and has over 1/2 million successful members. Meeting once a week we will support one another through prayer, Bible study, and encouragement. “First Place” is about gaining a life-changing relationship with God and it will help you become the person God intended you to be! Find out more at www.firstplace.org.

Cost: There is a one – time member fee for purchasing start-up materials. Additional costs are once a quarter for each new Bible study.

Family Volleyball Night

Date:/Time: Saturday Evening 7:00 – 9:00 pm, March 22 & April 26, 2008 (monthly various dates, Sept – June)

Location: Miramonte School Gymnasium

Leaders: Marianne Gil-Lian, megillian@yahoo.com 650.861.2312

Volleyball for family members above the age of 6! Great time to introduce your elementary or pre-teen child to the game of volleyball! If we can get 2 courts set up, we will have a more advanced game as well! Special Note: A fun evening for families with children ages - 6 and up. Parents must accompany small children at ALL times. Only rubber

Special Note: A fun evening for families with children ages - 6 and up. Parents must accompany small children at ALL times. Only rubber-soled shoes permitted. No food or drink, other than water, allowed in gym.

Golf Group

Day/Time: Varies per time of year

Location: Various courses

Leaders: Van Araujo, 650.962.0770 or vanaraujo@yahoo.com, Dave Dimmick, 650.804.9378 or qadave49@comcast.net

This is a group that encompasses beginners to experts. During daylight savings months we will play after work or on a Sunday once a month at a regulation course and periodically at an executive course (3-par). During cold weather months we will play some Sundays, weather permitting.

Events: Sunday, April 13th, 2008 @ 1;00 pm at Bolder Creek Golf Course in Big Basin. This is a par 65, 18 hole course. The current reservation is for 4 groups/16 people, $37/person which includes a $8 box lunch and beverage, $20 for a 2 person golf cart (optional)

RSVP: Tyra K LaMar @ tyralamar@sbcglobal.net, or 408.313.1080 to make your reservation and specify your lunch preference. Web site http://www.bouldercreekgolf.com/golf/proto/bouldercreekgolf/

Inline Hockey

Day/Time: TBD

Location: Mt. View Central Church rear parking lot

Leader: Don Nichols, 408.857.5562 or puckhog08@hotmail.com

This is a chance to get out and have fun playing some hockey. All skill levels are welcome. If you don't have inline skates then shoes will work.The schedule will be chosen based on member's availablitly. Please send an e-mail to Don Nichols to be added to the e-mail contact list for upcoming scheduled events.

Interface

Date:/Time: Various

Location: See web page for more details.

Leaders: “Interface” (various leaders), Interface@mail.org

web page: http://sunnyvaleinterface.blogspot.com

Are you a young professional that leads a busy life and can’t seem to find enough hours in the day? Do you have the personal flexibility to make the most of the free time you do have? Are you looking for fellow Christians to socialize with? Then join with us here at “Interface” and find opportunities to relax, recharge, have fun, and give back. Interface provides the opportunity for young adults to get plugged into great activities.

Recreational – (Inline Hockey, Rock Climbing, Yoga, Soccer, Flag Football,)

Spiritual – (U-Nite bible Study & Young Adult Sabbath School)

Service – (Faith in Action, Homemade for the Homeless)

Social – (Broomball, Beach outings, Game & Movie nights, Corn Maze)

Get Involved: Your own ideas also welcomed and encouraged! If you are willing to host an event, interested in planing an activity, or have a great idea that you would like to share then send us an e-mail or drop by our web page.

Mom's Group

Date:/Time: Wednesdays 10:30 – 12:30 am (year-round)

Location: Kid Friendly Places throughout the Bay Area

Leaders: Kirsten Speyer, kdblueyes@sbcglobal.net & Fiorella Bibo, fifi_karina@hotmail.com

Group Details: Meet with us twice a month as we explore fun things to do in the bay area. We’ll visit local zoos, museums, parks, check out local events and sometimes we’ll even hang out in homes. It’s a great chance to connect with other mom’s about parenting and life! And best of all it’s a great excuse to get out of the house! Join the Google group http://groups.google.com/group/SVMoms?hl=en to get all the info.

Pathfinders & Adventurers (Children's Ministry)

Day/Time: Tuesdays, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. (August - June)

Location: Sunnyvale Church Fellowship Hall - 653 W. Fremont Ave. , Sunnyvale

Leader: Brad Elliott, 408.732.2324 or sunnyvale_rangers@yahoo.com

A Christian group for kids where they can learn many life skills (camping, first aid, crafts, etc.) and enjoy trips and fairs and community service projects. Similar to the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts except spiritual life is an important part of our program. We're always looking for more kids and adult leaders to join our ranks!

Picnic in the Park

Date:/Time: 2nd Saturday, 1:30 pm, last picnic Oct 13 (once a month, Mar – Oct)

Location: Cuesta Park in Mountain View (directions below)

Leaders: Elcio Toledo dos Santos, 408.898.7096, elcio.santos@americanpredator.com

Bring a dish you enjoy, sweet or savory. Come ready to enjoy the food, sharing and playing in the park. Young and old, parents and kids and singles are all welcome.

Directions: From Sunnyvale Church: Take 85 North to El Camino (North). Turn Left on Grant Ave. Turn Right on Cuesta. Turn Left the 1st signal light to enter the main parking lot.

Note: To find us, look for a single red balloon to find the group. We try to stay close to the Bocce Ball court.

Rock Climbing

Date:/Time: Starting @ 2:00 pm, various Saturday & Sunday afternoons (once a month, year round)

Location: Planet Granite (indoor), Castle Rock (outdoor)

Leaders: Caleb & Mindy LaClair, 408.843.7046, cestyle@hotmail.com

A group for those who enjoy or are interested in earning more about rock climbing (both indoor and outdoor). Equipment: Indoor – shoes & harness available for rental; Outdoor – shoes are a requirement, harness is good, (REI rents shoes for $10).

Events: March 9th & April 20th: Castle Rock (outdoors weather permitting or indoors @ Planet Granite) May 11th (youth climb, indoors @ Planet Granite)

Run/Walk for Fun, Fitness & Fellowship

Date:/Time: Sundays 8:00 am (weekly, May – Nov)

Location: Various locations TBD by group

Leaders: Wendy Kim-Johnson, 408.371.331,1 wkimj@sbcglobal.net

The group will meet once a week to run/walk and train for a local 5k (3.1 miles) and/or 10k (6.2 miles). We have members who are walkers and we also have members who are running half marathons (13.1 miles) and marathons (26.2 miles). The weekly run/walk will be at a scenic venue like: Vasona Park, Los Gatos Creek Trail, Shoreline Park, or your neighborhood, any place that works for the group. The most desirable time for the run/walk is early Sunday mornings.

Why Sunday: Because the run/walk events are scheduled for Sunday mornings between 7:00 and 9:00 am, so it’s good training for the Big Day and you will greet the day with a healthy start and be home in time to fix and/or have breakfast with your family, and have the rest of the day to do “Sunday things”.

Soccer

Date:/Time: Sunday, (Apr – Oct)

Location: TBD

Leaders: Robert Ramirez, rooobbert@yahoo.com

Group Details: This recreational group is on hold until a co-leader and interest list grows. Please contact Robert Ramirez to be added to the e-mail contact list or to help coordinate group events.

Triathlon Group

Date:/Time: TBD (May – Oct)

Location: Various locations TBD by group

Leaders: Wendy Kim-Johnson, 408.371.3311, wkimj@sbcglobal.net

Train for a Sprint Distance Triathlon: 400-800 yard swim; 12-18 mile bike; 3-5 mile run, or an Olympic Distance Triathlon: 1 mile swim; 25 mile bike; 6.2 mile run. The group will choose a summer Triathlon and train together. Three of the four members of this group are first-time triathletes. We welcome all levels. Triathlon is a fantastic sport and it is perfect for a cross training approach to personal fitness.

Yoga/Active Prayer

Date:/Time: Mondays, 7:00 – 8:00 pm (weekly, year round)

Location: Sunnyvale Adventist Church Chapel

Leaders: Kevin Goodman, Certified Yoga Instructor, 408-910-3878, Krason@yahoo.com

Yoga is a highly regarded ancient practice of using body motion and breath to still the mind. Through the use of yoga one can improve their physical well being as well as calming the mind to enhance their spiritual experience. Think of it as active prayer. Preparing the mind for silence, so you can listen in peace.

Special Note:: The class level will meet the needs of the attendees. We will start as a beginner class and may become more advanced as the class progresses. Please wear comfortable clothing that you can work out in or stretch in comfortably. Bring a yoga matt if you have one and a towel. If you do not have a matt, loaners are available. Please come a few minutes early to prepare and sign in so that class can begin at 7:00 pm

Class is FREE Donations are accepted, but not required.

Breakfast with Friends

Date:/Time: Sundays, 7:00 – 10:00 am (weekly, year round)

Location: Mountain View Central Church, 1425 Springer Road, Mountain View. Church Office: 650.967.2189

Leaders: Pastor Curtis Church, 650.969.7550, CurtisC7@aol.com

Breakfast with Friends is a brunch for homeless and low income individuals, that is served every Sunday from 8:15 – 9:00 am. Each week the food is prepared and served by volunteers that start cooking at 7:00 am. Typically about 50 people are served and no one is ever refused the opportunity to eat.

Special Note: Volunteers and donations are always appreciated. Please feel free to arrive at 7:00 am, no need to call. For groups larger than five interested in helping, please contact the church office or leave a message one week in advance.

Faith in Action/Rebuilding Together (Sunnyvale Outreach Day)

Date:/Time: April 26th, 2008 (year-round, once per quarter)

Location: Various projects in locations throughout the Bay Area, South Bay/Peninsula

Leaders: Faith in Action: Rachelle Kerr, 415.632.6450, rachellekerr@gmail.com & Jami Jeffery, cajmilyn@mas.com

Rebuilding Together: Richard Winslow, rhw94087@yahoo.com, 408.733.9465

: Faith In Action: April 26th, The entire church family is invited to participate in various local outreach projects. Find personal fulfillment while actively living out our church mission of “serving the world”. Set aside the time now to enjoy one afternoon of volunteer activities with friends family, and fellow church members.

Events: Rebuilding Together: Home construction project; Feeding the homeless; Visiting a Children’s Hospital; Cleaning up a local park; Visiting local nursing home residents.

Get Involved: Your own ideas also welcome and encouraged! If you would like to lead a small volunteer team, please contact Jami or Rachelle for more information.

Homemade for the Homeless (Homeless Ministry)

Date:/Time: Saturday, 5:00 – 6:30 pm, once a quarter; details TBA

Location: Maple Street Homeless Shelter, Redwood City

Leaders: DuVaughn Mahabee, dmahabee@yahoo.com

Looking for an opportunity to “serve the world?” Then join us as we plan, prepare, and provide a homemade meal for homeless individuals in our community. Receive a blessing while being a blessing to others in need.

Sunshine Band (Nursing Home Ministry)

Day/Time: 3^rd Saturday of every month @ 3:30 p.m.

Location: Cedar Crest Nursing Home, 797 East Fremont Ave., Sunnyvale

Leaders: Anna Furiosi, 408.446.2866; Wendy Goodman, 408.836.9828 or wendygoodman@yahoo.com

We encourage the elderly with hugs, handshakes, hymns, prayers, and special music. We even sing happy birthday to them each month. This little ministry means the world to people who may feel lonely and forgotten by others. We need your hands, your voices, and your musical gifts to remind them that God’s love is still with them today.

Date:/Time: Fridays, 7:30 – 9:00 pm (year round, unless announced)

Location: Sunnyvale Church Fellowship Hall

Leaders: Jono Mueller, 650.336.4417, mueller.jono@gmail.com

Come and spend your Friday nights celebrating the Sabbath with friends and good fellowship. Enjoy our youth praise band time, devotion, and an assortment of games, activities, and food.

Note: Channel “G” Vespers is open to any and all youth grades 7 – 12, so bring a friend!

Day/Time: To be arranged as interst is expressed

Location: Sunnyvale Church Office

Dates: Feb 16, Mar 29, Apr 19

Location: Modular Room #1 @ Sunnyvale Church

Leaders: Jon Sanchez, battmast@yahoo.com & Ann Scott, 408.307.3315

Creation is the foundation of the bible. The Creation / Evolution Discussion and Study is designed to bring up current scientific issues in the creation/evolution areas that are important to the foundation of our face. Starlight, red/blue shift, Grand Canyon geology, and many other issues that we need to understand in order to continue to build our faith in creation and a young earth. We get a wide variety of people in the class, any age group can come. Just be prepared to learn and think.

Financial Stewardship

Date:/Time: Sundays.12:00 – 1:00 pm, once a quarter TBA (Spring/Summer)

Location: TBD

Leaders: DuVaughn Mahabee, dmahabee@yahoo.com

The Financial Stewardship group will be exploring topics such as managing money, saving for retirement, investing, and incorporating what the Bible has to say about these subjects. Lots of time will be spent sharing from our own experiences and helping others become financially sound. We will also be inviting guest speakers to share their subject matter knowledge. 

Homecoming Recovery Church

Date:/Time: Fridays, 6:30 – 8:00 pm (weekly, year round)

Location: Sunnyvale Church - Youth Room (Far end of Modular Rooms behind Chapel)

Leaders: Todd Deskins, 650.346.1192

Come as you are, and fellowship in Christ with others. Join us for a evening of music, food, and sharing a refreshing new look at how God loves us. A nice vespers to start the Sabbath with, for newcomers and old-timers alike. This group is an extension of the twelve step groups for those who are struggling with addictions and seek to know God on a more personal level.

Mixed Nuts

Day/Time: 2nd & 4th Wednesday, @ 7:00 p.m. (September - May)

Location: Home of Iselin Reiber

Leader: Iselin Reiber, 408.733.8643 or Iselin@hmshawaii.com

A group where our life experiences are never black and white and the Bible discussions never are either. Along with our increasing gray hair, we relish in exploring the gray areas of our religious experiences. Boomers have collected baggage along the way and in our Bible study discussions, some “bags” get updated, some get dusted off and repaired, and some get left at the curb.

Prayer Group

Day/Time: Wednesdays, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.

Location: Sunnyvale Adventist Church Library

Leader: Joanne Andres, 408.252.4126 or joandre@aol.com

Our intercessory prayer group takes confidential requests from the congregation. It includes a prayer session, and a devotional time. We also pray for and encourage each other. Feel free to join us whenever you want prayer for yourself or someone else. (We are available for special prayer times on Sabbath at your request.)

Revealing Jesus

Date:/Time: Saturdays, 1:30 – 5:00 pm, (Feb 23 – Apr 19) 1:30 pm – Lunch 2:00 pm – Bible Study

Location: Vance home

Leaders: Sandi Colón, 408.732.4080, office@sunnyvalesda.org

Come share in the most exciting Bible study you will ever be a part of! Sound like a bold statement? This study is all about Jesus and who we are in Him. Every book in the Bible meets and find their end in the book of Revelation. This is the place where the battles of Christ come to life and He is revealed as the ultimate Hero! This is NOT a fill in the blank seminar. This is an in-depth chapter by chapter study of Revelation.

Why: You will not be disappointed. Not because I said so, but because God did. “Blessed is he who reads and those who hear the words of this prophecy, and keep those things which are written in it, for the time is near.” Rev. 1:3

Special Note: This study is currently at capacity. If you are interested in this wonderful study, please e-mail Sandi to get on the contact list for the next time this study is offered.

Spanish Prayer & Bible Study Group

Day/Time: Fridays, 8:30 p.m.

Location: The Bejar Family Home

Leaders: Francisco Bejar Sr, 408.264.0117, Franciscobejar@aol.com; Zelandia Zambrano, zelandiaz@hotmail.com

Join us as we share our experiences from the week, explore practical wisdom from the bible, and discuss how we can apply it to our lives today. We share prayer requests and praises then lift them up to God. We end by enjoying dessert and some friendly conversation. Our group is Spanish-speaking, but everyone is welcome.

Spiritual Body Building

Date:/Time: Friday, 7:30 pm; Starting February 22nd

Location: Home of Mark & Helen Poppenberg

Leaders: Pastor Robert & Sandi Colón, 650.868.6034, pastorrob007@gmail.com

Come join us for a spiritual adventure! We will be looking at what church is and how we fit in to the bigger picture. This group is as much experiential as it is educational. We will grow together as church members, grow in our personal walk with Christ, and grow in our capacity to minister to others. Hope to see you there.

Saturday Children's Bible Classes (Saturday, 10:30 - 11:30 am, year round)

Location: Sunnyvale Church ( Inquire at the hostess desk for locations)

birth-4 Tiny Tots

5-6 Kindergarten

7-9 Primary

10-12 Intermediate

Group Details: These groups are a great way for your children to grow closer to Jesus. If you are interested in these groups and would like more information please contact the church office at office@sunnyvalesda.org or 408.732.4080

Saturday Youth Bible Study (Saturday, 10:30 - 11:30 am, year round)

Location: Sunnyvale Church Youth Room

Leaders: Jono Mueller, 650.336.4417, mueller.jono@gmail.com

Join us as we come together to have a deeper connection with God. Grow and learn together as various committed leaders share each week. We will be looking at in-depth topics that build our faith and help us better understand what we believe. Come along and bring a friend!

Note: Each youth member is invited to take an active role in selecting the topics that are covered each week.

Saturday Adult Bible Study (Saturday, 10:30 - 11:30 am, year round)

Location: Sunnyvale Church

Chapel: Greg Brooks, Jim Marxmiller, Bonnie McConnell

Fireside Room: D. Rigby, W. Allen, D. Chiasson, H. Elliott

Sanctuar:y Neville Reid, Tim Swenson

Sanctuary: Marc Andres, Jirayr Kourouyan, Richard Stone, Mel Woodruff

Library: Francisco Bejar (Spanish Study)

Are you looking for a simple way to join a spiritual small group? Then this may be the perfect option for you! Join a Saturday Study group this week! These groups are here to offer you an opportunity to grow in your knowledge and appreciation for God’s word while also giving you an chance to make some stronger connections with friends at church. Make a valuable commitment today to find one that’s right for you.

U-Nite Bible Study

Date:/Time: Wednesdays, 7:00 – 8:30 pm; starting February 13th(year round)

7:00 pm – Soup/Bread

7:30 pm – Music (bring your instruments)

7:45 pm – Bible Study

Location: Home of Caleb & Mindy LaClair

Leaders: Bonnie McConnell, 904.233.7503, bonniemcconnell@yahoo.com

Do you have a desire to connect with other young adults who are making it a priority to find time for God? Then this group is for you! We are a group that loves to keep busy, yet seeks to make friendships and stay connected. If you are a young professional who loves to fellowship, meet new people, and talk about spiritual things, we invite you to join us.

Note: Our focus this quarter will be studying Ephesians as we seek out bible truths that can transform our lives in a real and meaningful way

Women's Group

Date:/Time: Tuesdays, 7:00 – 9:00 pm (weekly, year round)

Location: Sunnyvale

Leaders: Trish Strock 408.749.0499, triciastrock@yahoo.com

A group where women of any age, culture, or state of life can meet on a consistent basis and establish relationships with other women as we walk through life together with Jesus and His Word as our guide. It’s a place where God can work on us as we delve into relationships where we give thanks, cope with stresses of everyday life, celebrate and learn to love others through each other.

Special Note: This women’s group is currently at capacity.

Wanted: We are actively looking for a second Women’s Group leader to expand this wonderful ministry opportunity for women in our community. Our plan is for both groups to coordinate and share together as a community of women here at Sunnyvale Church If you are interested in starting a second Women’s Group please contact Sandi Colón at office@sunnyvalesda.org

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Faith In Action: April Life Together Series

April 5th – April 26th: 4 week series culminating in a service day on April 26th

We’re now recruiting leaders and active small groups that want to participate!! This will be an exciting church wide campaign. Each week of this series is built around the central theme of “Service”. Topic themes by week:

• April 5th: Week#1 “Detour” God uses “detours” to get our attention and help us see what’s really important

• April 12th: Week# 2 “Lens” When we refocus our vision we will begin to see the world as God does.

• April 19th: Week# 3 “Drop” God uses small things and multiplies the results. We can each make a difference.

• April 26th: Week#4 “Party” We experience joy and spiritual rewards when we put our faith in action.

Materials for this series will be available in the office.

Controversial Jesus: May Life Together Series

Coming this Fall. If you're interested in hosting or leading out during this series, please contact: Pastor Rob & Sandi Colon at 650-868-6034 or pastorrob007@gmail.com.

Who to contact to start an adventure small group :

Recreational: Pastor Sam McKee, 408.730.2355, sam7life@yahoo.com

Service: Pastor Sam McKee, 408.730.2355, sam7life@yahoo.com

Spiritual: Pastor Rob & Sandi Colón, 650-868-6034, pastorrob007@gmail.com

Life Together: Pastor Rob & Sandi Colón, 650-868-6034, pastorrob007@gmail.com

Like the carpool lane on the highway, we all travel further and faster spiritually when we don’t travel alone.

Thanks for enjoying the journey with us.

Sunnyvale Seventh-day Adventist Church, 653 W. Fremont Ave., Sunnyvale, Ca 94087. 408.732.4080.