“No matter who you are, no matter where you are, you are welcome here!”

September 13, 2024

Dear Pali Pres,

This past Sunday, Pastor Grace and I held an Inquirers Class for those in our church community who were curious about Pali Pres and our Presbyterian tradition. It was a meaningful time of learning, sharing and hearing people’s faith stories, and delving into the ministries and history of our church. We also spent considerable time discussing what it means to be a Presbyterian and reflecting together on the PCUSA Brief Statement of Faith (which I highly recommend to everyone—it’s an excellent articulation of our Presbyterian theology and tradition…and it’s short!). Last but not least, the class looked at the commitments and vows of being a member. We have (thanks be to God!) four people who will be joining our church this coming Sunday:

Michelle Oliver knows Pali Pres from her teenage years when she was involved in our youth group and her father was active in the Optimist Club (which continues to meet on our campus). Michelle is a graduate of Pepperdine University and has a background in real estate.

Megan Price is a third generation “PK” (pastor’s kid) and lives with her husband and three children (Liam-7, Elle-10, and Juliette-12) just up the street on El Medio Ave. Megan and her family moved to the Palisades in 2019, and she immediately became involved in our Preschool and Preschool Committee.

Peter and Laurie Rasmussen live in the Highlands and began attending Pali Pres last Christmas. Peter and Laurie are both retired and have two grown children who live in Colorado. They previously attended church in Westchester (both the Lutheran and Presbyterian churches) and enjoy traveling in their motorhome.

Let’s keep these soon-to-be new members our prayers and offer them a warm Pali Pres welcome on Sunday!

Pastor Matt

A Few Special Reminders for Fall Kickoff

Parking: The parking lot will be cut in half and the exit will be blocked off. We ask that the remaining parking spots be utilized only by those with limited mobility. If you do not have mobility limitations, please park on the street. It is also a perfect day to walk to church!

Pickleball: Bruce Brough and Michael Aragon will help us set up two pickleball courts. Bring sneakers if you’d like to play! We have some rackets, but feel free to bring your own!

The Fall Kickoff will be a blast! Enjoy activities like face painting, balloon animal making, and fun games, including pickleball. Join us in the small grassy area for a game of cornhole or connect four, and participate in our exciting watermelon eating and balloon toss contests for children, youth and adults. Don't forget to share the joy by inviting your neighbors and friends!

With Love,

Children and Family Ministries

Congregational Meeting – September 29, 2024

The Annual Meeting of the Pacific Palisades Presbyterian Church congregation will be held on Sunday, September 29, 2024, immediately following the 10:00am worship service. During the meeting we will hear a report from the Finance Committee to include the 2024-2025 church budget. The Terms of Call for Pastor Matt and Pastor Grace will also be presented and voted on. All PPPC members and friends are encouraged to attend (only members can vote, however).

Join us for our Livestream Worship!

Join at 9:50am on Sunday Morning to enjoy the prelude, with worship beginning at 10am.

Sunday Refreshments

Bringing refreshments on Sunday mornings to share with our church is a loving and very important ministry. Thank you to all of you who have been doing this so faithfully. Please contact Refreshment Coordinator Jan Gong to sign up to serve.

Thank you to Laurie & Peter Rasmussen for last week's refreshments! This week’s goodies are brought to us by In n Out Burger and Hokey Pokey Ice Cream at our Annual Fall Kickoff!.

Sunday Sanctuary Flowers

This week’s sanctuary flowers are provided by Pastor Matt, in gratitude to God for 20 years of ordained ministry (September 12, 2004)! We invite all of our church members and friends to provide donations for flowers to adorn our sanctuary, along with a special dedication of your choosing. The cost is $75 per week.

Please contact Will Saunders and the church will order flowers from a local florist to be placed in the chancel on Sunday morning.

Our Deacons will distribute the flowers to one of our members/friends after the service.

Thank you for helping make our sanctuary even more beautiful!

Sunday Sermon Teaser

This coming Sunday we will celebrate the unofficial kick-off to the church year and explore together the gift of community (using Paul’s words from 1 Cor 12: 20-27 as our guide). Be sure to join us!

Give to Pali Pres

Don't forget, you can easily give your tithes and offerings through our website!

Save the Date

Sun, Sept 15th: Welcome New Members; Fall Kickoff

Tue, Sept 17th: Session Meeting

Sun, Sept 29th: Congregational Meeting

Sun, Oct 6th: World Communion Sunday; Reception in memory of Marti Sadowski; Sunday Funday

Then Peter began to speak to them: “I truly understand that God shows no partiality, but in every nation anyone who fears him and does what is right is acceptable to him.”

- Acts 10: 34-35