Worship (Services at 8:30am and 11:15am)

"He also said 'This is what the kingdom of God is like. A man scatters seed on the ground. Night and day, whether he sleeps or gets up, the seed sprouts and grows, though he does not know how.'" (Mark 4:26-27 NIV). Scott Grant continues an eight-week series from the book of Mark entitled "The Way of the Lord" with his fifth message, "Seeds of Significance." Mark 4:26-34 NIV.

Also: 2nd-5th grade children join parents in services, are excused for their Church Time (A-14), and return to their parents after the sermon.

Sermon Questions at: http://www.pbc.org/files/pages/51713/SermonQuestions8_10_08.doc Audio recordings of sermons in A-15 Discovery Publishing robin_yee@pbc.org. Printed texts of the messages may be found in the foyer and online at www.pbc.org.

Next Series:

September 7 Paul Taylor will begin a five-week series from the New Testament book of Galatians.

Also Today:

Seeking the Father's Face

A prayer time before the first service (7:30am, Welcome Center).

Community Hour (10:00-11:00am):

Casual Conversation on the Patio.

Couples: Food & Fellowship: Spotlight and Games.

Forum: Studying the book of Ruth (with Bob Thompson).

Making Our Joy Complete (AA&S): Fellowship & Prayer.

Step Closer: Recovery (9:30-11:00am).

This Week:

YAF, scott_grant@pbc.org

Thursdays, 8/14 (7:15pm, 493 Chesley Ave, MV): Theology...So What?

c.a.f.e. night, http://www.pbc.org/events/49202

Thursdays, 8/14, & 9/11 (7:00-9:30pm, D/21-22): Enjoy a time of fellowship with other women as you indulge in delicious cakes and engage in a variety of art projects.

R&R (For those in recovery), andy_burnham@pbc.org

Fridays, 8/15 (7:15pm, Fellowship Hall): Have dinner, enjoy music by Isaiah, and hear a message from Kip Taylor. R&R KIDS available by reservation.

Coming Soon:

Children's Ministry, jacquelinelane@gmail.com

Wednesdays, 8/20 (3:00pm, A-14): Veggie Vacations; fun for all!

"Life Together" All-Church Picnic

Sunday, 8/24 (12:30pm, Mitchell Park): Celebrate the gift of fellowship at an end-of-the-summer all-church gathering. Meats/breads/beverages provided by SLI. Please bring: A-L: Salad; M-Z: Dessert.

By the Shore Book Club, kathy_means@pbc.org

Thursday, 8/28 (9:30am, Fellowship Hall): Gilead by Marilynne Robinson. Plus KIDS CLUB childcare through libby_penner@pbc.org.

Creative Day, jake_dodson@pbc.org

Saturday, 8/30 (10:00am-4:00pm, D-11/12): Want to connect with other artists at PBC? Bring your art supplies and listen as Paul Taylor presents a theme from Scripture and then we'll create around that theme and pursue what it means to be an artist and follower of Jesus Christ.

YAF, scott_grant@pbc.org

Friday, 9/5-7 (Yosemite): A trip to Yosemite. Sign up with Ed 650/454-0556.

Family Dedication, kimberly_lee@pbc.org

Sunday, 10/5 (8:30, 10:00, & 11:15am): Everyone is invited to celebrate and pray for children being dedicated to the Lord. There are openings to join others families if you would like to dedicate your child.

For Your Consideration:

Pioneer Club Leaders Needed

It's that time of year again! Club begins 9/3 and leaders are needed. Visit Woody on the patio on Sunday mornings. kathy_moore@pbc.org

Children's Ministry

We are currently looking for men and women to help staff our children's classes on Sunday mornings and during the week on Wednesday evenings and Thursday mornings, starting in the Fall. You will have definite duties with precise expectations and a limited time of service. There are lots of ways to get involved! Paid and volunteer positions available on Thursday mornings. For Sunday mornings: Nursery: loracarey@pbc.org, Preschool-Early Elementary: tishmckernan@pbc.org. Midweek: libby_penner@pbc.org

Missionaries Visiting

We have invited all of PBC's Missionaries to attend our November '08, Missions Conference. Many of the missionaries will need help with their transportation so we are now accepting donations of frequent flyer miles on their behalf. Please prayerfully consider if you would be able to provide housing or a loaner car for their use. juliakersey@hotmail.com

Welcome Center & Gazebo Hosts

Once-a-month commitment to welcome others with a smile and a handshake; answer questions and connect with newcomers; kathy_means@pbc.org.

Help One Child

Parenting training with Nancy Thomas on Saturday, 8/16 (9:00am-4:00pm, 858 University Ave., Los Altos). Gain an understanding into a diagnosed child's thinking and behavior. Register http://www.helponechild.org

Community Pregnancy Center

Join CPC for a complimentary Open House/BBQ on Sunday, 8/17 (1:00-3:00pm, 836 W. El Camino Real, Mtn. View). R.S.V.P. http://mountainview@mycpc.org.