Alternative Locations for Sabbath Service

 Yes, we all knew it had to happen sooner or later! This week we finally experienced our first rainy Sabbath. Since our services are outdoors, we knew that inclement weather would pose a challenge. But the benefits of worshiping in the midst of God's creation far out weigh the occasional inconvenience.

We quickly retreated  to the sheltered picnic tables about 200 feet down the walking path from our present location. This had always been our back-up plan. However, I have to admit that it caused some confusion and disrupted the service. Everyone was not aware of the plan either and some stayed home because they assumed there would be no service.

So we have learned from this experience and have created a new and improved back-up plan. From now on, if rain is forecast for Sabbath, we will honor the Father and Mother's plans for the day and not attempt to meet outdoors. We will, instead, meet at the Best Western Heritage Inn conference room at 4600 Clayton Rd. The times will be the same. We will have our vegan pot-luck lunch at 12, followed by communion and then service will begin at 1:00. 

On all other days, when no rain is forecast, we will meet at the usual site in Newhall Community Park at the picnic area across from the dog park parking lot. If we have unexpected rain (not forecast) during a Sabbath service, we will retreat to the covered picnic area as we did this Saturday.

By the way, the projected forecast for this Saturday - Sunny and 76 degrees! 

See you in the park!

 Vivian