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

"He said to his disciples, 'Why are you so afraid? Do you still have no faith?'" (Mark 4:40 NIV). Scott Grant continues an eight-week series from the book of Mark entitled "The Way of the Lord" with his sixth message, "Questions of Faith." Mark 4:35-41. 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.

Celebrating Life:

The rose on the platform this morning is to celebrate the births of Elijah Colin, born on 7/23/08 to Andrew & Jeanny Chai; Anya, born on 5/27/08 to Paul & Jenny Lee; Hannah Sarang, born on 8/2/08 to Keane & Elisa Lee; and twins Eliana and Aiden, born on 7/29/08 to Oliver & Melanie Miao.

Sermon Questions at: http://www.pbc.org/files/pages/51720/SermonQuestions8_17_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: Studying Psalms (with Alex Cho).

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

Making Our Joy Complete (AA&S): "God is Love" 1 John 4:7-21 (with Kathy Means).

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

This Week:

Junior High, rolana_bentz@pbc.org

Tuesdays (2:00pm, A-10): Hang-out time Wednesdays (6:00pm Dinner, 7:00pm Games, Mitchell Park).

Children's Ministry Veggie Vacation, jacquelinelane@gmail.com

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

High School, jordan_berry@pbc.org

Wednesdays (7:00pm, Local Parks): 8/20 Games at Mitchell Park

YAF, scott_grant@pbc.org

Thursdays, 8/21 (7:15pm, 493 Chesley Ave., Mtn. View): Theology...So What?

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

Fridays, 8/22 (7:15pm, Fellowship Hall): Have dinner, enjoy music by Bard Sherman, and hear a message from Robert Rambonga. R&R KIDS available by reservation.

Coming Soon:

"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. Afterwards, 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.

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

Thursdays, 9/11, 10/9, 11/13 (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.

All-Church Retreat, carol_lind@pbc.org

Friday-Sunday, 9/26-28: This is our "church family retreat;" everyone, every age, and stage is welcome! "Called By Grace" is the theme of this year's all-church retreat at Missions Springs. Registration begins on August 31. Please remember to sign up as early as possible because it fills up quickly.

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 the other families if you would like to dedicate your child.

For Your Consideration:

Community Pregnancy Center

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

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

Pioneer/Brigade Club Registration

Visit the patio on Sunday mornings and register your child for Pioneers or Brigade Clubs, which meet on Wednesday nights beginning 9/3. 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.

Check IT Out Seminar

Are you an IT professional? Don’t miss the Check IT Out Seminar on 9/19-20 (America Chinese Evangelical Seminary, Sunnyvale). Cost: $100.00. For more info: www.checkitout.org; Jim Thornton, jthornton@acm.org.