Sunday August 16-is a Lay Service at Church of the Cross. Join us to hear about Jesus and the Canaanite woman.

Don't forget to register for the Sierra Pacific Synod WELCA Retreat at San Damiano Retreat Center in Danville. This year's theme is "I Am Worthy" and there will be a Taize Service, Bible Study, 2 Workshops, free time for relaxation and enjoying fellowship. 2 nights and 6 meals plus all programs and Sunday Worship Service for only $185 double occupancy. ALL WOMEN ARE WELCOME, so invite your sisters, aunts, moms, daughters, friends! See Kevin Brown for registration details - kevin.brownlk@gmail.com 

Several Sundays ago we had a visit from Rev. Eric Shafer of Global Refuge, who updated us on the challenges facing refugees here in the US. Below are some opportunities to take action in supporting refugees.

"This month is the 5th anniversary of the Afganistan evacuation. Anniversaries offer an opportunity to reflect. In a new blog post, our Advocacy and Policy team breaks down the history of the Convention and how recent policy changes have diluted its humanitarian ideals—as well as offers a chance to take action and demand a recommitment to welcome.  Here is a link to the webinar

 from Aug. 13th.

Locally, Church of the Cross has been supporting NorCal Resist, a mutual aid organization helping the Sacramento immigrant community. Cross has held food drives, and this year received a grant from LDSS for NorCal Resist to help pruchase diapers and hygiene products.  Giselle Garcia, their executive director, sent us this receipt for all the goods they purchsed with the grant.

You can also help NorCal Resist fund DACA fees, rent assistance for ICE-impacted families, and so much more by becoming a one time or monthly sustainer to NorCal Resist.

To learn more about NorCal Resist you can visit their website at  www.norcalresist.org

 To make things easier - sign up for Vanco Electronic Giving - It's free - see Kevin Brown for Details!