University Lutheran Church, Palo Alto

ATTN: Lutheran World News - LWF stands with the churches and people of Myanmar (02-12) https://www.lutheranworld.org/news (LWI) The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) has expressed concerns about the ongoing crisis in Myanmar, which has continued to worsen since the beginning of this month... ... We are deeply concerned that the instability brought about by the ongoing political crisis in the country will further threaten the lives, livelihoods and dignity of people, especially those that were already grappling with challenges including the COVID-19 pandemic, said Rev. Dr Philip Lok, LWF Regional Secretary for Asia. Nearly one million people in Myanmar were already relying on aid and hundreds of thousands are internally displaced. Without a fast and sustainable resolution to the current situation, the lives of millions of people will be seriously jeopardized Since the crisis started in the early hours of 1 February, the LWF communion of churches has accompanied its four member churches in the country. The LWF general secretary sent a pastoral letter to the Lutheran community in Myanmar, offering our prayers and accompaniment during these trying times for the churches and people of Myanmar," added Rev. Dr Lok. Our solidarity with the people of Myanmar continues as we earnestly pray for a peaceful outcome from this crisis." Earlier, LWF joined tens of other concerned organizations, saying that We are deeply concerned [] in light of the potential immediate and longer-term impacts on the safety, rights and wellbeing of people across Myanmar, particularly those already experiencing vulnerability and marginalization. The Lutheran World Federation

NOV 1, 10 AM (PT): UniLu Church Service: All Saints Sunday - ONLINE https://www.facebook.com/events/953386601844100/ This Sunday is All Saint's Sunday! In the lessons, we hear stories of God’s providence even in the midst of disaster. As we continue through this very strange year, into election week, with so much going on around and within us, these lessons can be important for us as we center our lives on the love and providence of God. Among the things God has provided us f...or our journeys are people of faith who have shaped us. I invite you to bring a picture, name, or memory of those whose faith has shaped your own, pointing to God’s redeeming love and generous abundance. (Please have bread and/or wine/juice ready for the sacrament.) Love and Peace. NOTE: DAYLIGHT SAVINGS ENDS THIS SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1 AT 2 AM (PT). FALL BACK 1 HOUR!

NOV 5, 7:30 PM (PT): Ecumenical Bible Study - ONLINE Stanford's Episcopal Lutheran Campus Ministry (ELCM) and Graduate Catholic Community invite you into ecumenical Bible study. Everyone is welcome. If you are interested, please contact Brian Coltin or Trevor Bakker.... https://web.stanford.edu/group/elcm/cgi-bin/wordpress/ Episcopal Lutheran Campus Ministry at Stanford Catholic Community at Stanford

DEC 4, 9 AM (PT): 2020 Mohrenweiser Lecture Series - ONLINE FREE to Join, Registration Required: https://www.plts.edu/events/4763/?bblinkid=244468122 Learning to love other people's children: Climate justice, migration, and the ethics of care.... This talk will consider two contemporary problems of collective moral action the care of the planet and the care of migrants and argue for linking these problems. The talk will draw on Dietrich Bonhoeffer’s account of responsibilities to the coming generation to present a framework for ethical reflection and action in our times and looking forward. It will offer guidance for community-level responses by congregations, organizations, and municipal leaders. Nancy Berlinger, PhD, MDiv, is a Hastings Center research scholar whose work focuses on two major themes: societal challenges arising from population aging, and the role of health practitioners, systems, and policymakers in the care and well being of migrants. These themes reflect her longstanding interests in decision-making and care concerning serious illness and near the end of life; safety and harm in health systems, and the moral dimensions of care work. Dr. Berlinger is a graduate of Smith College and received a doctorate in English literature from the University of Glasgow and a Master of Divinity, with a focus on ethics, from Union Theological Seminary. About the Panelists: Rev. Dr. David Vasquez-Levy President of Pacific School of Religion, Berkeley, California Rev. Dr. Sofia Betancourt Associate Professor of Unitarian Universalist Theologies and Ethics, Starr King School for the Ministry, Berkeley, California Rev. Deborah Lee Executive Director of the Interfaith Movement for Human Integrity, Oakland, California Schedule: 09:00 AM -- Lecture Q&A 10:15 AM -- Break 10:30 AM -- Panel response 11:30 AM -- Break 01:00 PM -- Workshop 02:30 PM -- Finish The Mohrenweiser Lecture series has been established to address moral and ethical decision points between the practices of faith, science and medicine. This is a FREE event. PLTS: Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary

NOV 22: Stand Together in Harmony and Unity - ONLINE Palo Alto and East Palo Alto faith communities are invited to STAND TOGETHER IN HARMONY AND UNITY on Sunday, November 22th at 6:30pm. This will be a Thanksgiving celebration of prayer and song and will be a Zoom meeting for ALL! Details on how to join the Zoom gathering will follow later. https://www.facebook.com/events/685826292026726/

ATTN: Calling all Kids! Christmas Pageant at St. Bede's Brendan Deocariza-Nee, the new Children and Youth Minister at St. Bede's Episcopal Church in Menlo Park, enthusiastically welcomes UniLu kids to the St. Bede's Christmas Pageant this year (held on Zoom). Brendan and Sunday School teacher Claire Lawrence will be directing a fabulous and fun Pageant; interested families may email: [email protected] and are also welcome to sign up for the St Bede's CYM newsletter.... Sign-Up Today: http://bit.ly/infinite-bedes Peace, Siri

ATTN: 'Simply Giving' Through Thrivent - Another Easy Giving Option For anyone who has a Thrivent account and would like to do automatic donations to UniLu, click on link below for the authorization form to fill out and send in. http://www.redeemerwillmar.org//Simply-Giving-Auth-Form-Ye... Visit our website, www.UniLu.Church, and click on 'LoveUniLu' for more information about giving. You can also contribute in person, by mailing a check, or by clicking below. (NOTE that giving through PayPal diverts 2.2% plus $0.30 per transaction of your donation to PayPal for providing the service.) https://www.paypal.com/us/home

ATTN: UniLu Church - Desks 4 Distance Learning #Desks4DistanceLearning So far, we have built and distributed 22 desks! But, we continue to get request for more there are a lot of kids in the area who have no desk at home, and you can make a difference. If you are able to come to church and assemble a desk, you can contact Pastor Greg to set up an appointment. Check out https://www.universitylutheran.church/desks.html to see a picture of a completed desk.... #carpenters #carpentry #charity #children #desks #education #kids #learning #online #schooling #teachers #gotoschool #woodworking #woodworkingskills #UniLu

OCT 29, 7:30 PM (PT): Ecumenical Bible Study - ONLINE Stanford's Episcopal Lutheran Campus Ministry (ELCM) and Graduate Catholic Community invite you into ecumenical Bible study. Everyone is welcome. If you are interested, please contact Brian Coltin or Trevor Bakker.... https://web.stanford.edu/group/elcm/cgi-bin/wordpress/ Episcopal Lutheran Campus Ministry at Stanford Catholic Community at Stanford