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The Cornerstone Rolling Hills United Methodist Church

26438 Crenshaw Blvd. Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274

310-377-6771 July 1, 2011

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Sixty-nine people enjoyed the beauty of Camp Lazy W over the Memorial Day weekend. Children and adults alike enjoyed the flowing stream, hikes up the mountain, ping pong, volleyball, campfires, silly songs, s’mores, and worshipping together in this beautiful location near San Juan Capistrano. A big thank you to Cathy Stark, who organized the whole event and made sure that everything went smoothly at camp. Mark your calendars now for our return to camp next year. The dates are May 25-28, and you can stay for all or just part of the holiday weekend.

from the pastor

After a full, busy and strong start to the year it's good to get away for a few days of rest and recreation. Summer is such an important time. From those first days after the end of school, when the whole three months seemed so WIDE OPEN, to those days late in late August when we actually wanted to go back, the promise of summer calls to us the rest of the year. The water in the ocean is still chilly, but it's starting to get busier along by the

beach. We forget that every year June here is damp and grey, no matter what we think it should be. But the sun is going down late and coming up early - eventually the world will begin to warm up to its glow. Around the church our life and mission take slightly different forms. But it has been years since we could say that anything slowed down. The preschool begins summer school, and Kid Zone and Mid Zone camps are already up and running. We will serve something like a thousand children through them alone before September. Our junior and senior high are getting ready for their trips to the Sierra Service Project. They will be working in Susanville and Coarsegold, California, as well as in Tsaile, Arizona. We are fortunate to have so many eager, excited and growing youth taking part in such an important endeavor. We are fortunate to have the staff and volunteer leaders who are making it all possible. While our youth are coming and going, learning and growing, the rest of us will be treated to some of our favorite passages from scripture. During July I'll be following Matthew's gospel, as Jesus tells about the kingdom of God by using parables. He teaches his followers about God's grace as seeds growing among the weeds, and then shows them what abundance means by feeding 5,000 by the side of the sea. Doesn't that sound like summer? As we enjoy this special time of year, let us give thanks for the privilege of sharing it together. Whether you are here or there, coming and going over the next few weeks, know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I look forward to seeing you when you're in town, and to hearing about what you were up to when you are away. Grace and peace,

Children’s Ministries

Father’s Day Hot Dog Brunch

We enjoyed a wonderful celebration of our Dads on Sunday, June 19th. We served hot dogs and potato salad and some good cheer to thank the special men in our lives for all they do for us throughout the year. Thank you to the following people for their generous and hard work in helping with this event: Tammy Scott, Allison Scott & Evan Zakman

VBC Volunteers Wanted!

Vacation Bible Camp is just 1 month away, August 1st through August 5h. It is a very large and popular program. Last year, we had almost 300 kids, and we expect a similar crowd this year. We need MANY volunteers to serve to make the program successful. We are especially looking for CREW LEADERS. These are volunteers who escort groups of 5-8 children from station to station during the program. No preparation is required other than to attend one training evening prior to VBC. The registration fee for children of people who volunteer all 5 days is free (a $20 per child supply donation is available). Contact Lisa Lehman at 377-6771 or lisa@rhumc.org if you are interested or for more information.

3rd

Grade Bibles

We presented our 3rd Graders with their very own Bibles on Sunday, June 19th. Congratulations to those who received them! If your child was unable to attend, please let me know so I can still give them their Bible. Call me at 310-377-6771 or email me at lisa@rhumc.org and we will coordinate getting that to you. Lisa Lehman, Director of Children’s Ministries

Family Ministries

Hollywood Bowl Here We Come! Join your friends for a lovely evening under the stars at the Hollywood Bowl. This year Family Ministries will be sponsoring two trips. On Saturday, July 16, multi-Grammy-winning singer/songwriter Sarah McLachlan makes her Hollywood Bowl debut. With over 40 million records sold, Sarah celebrates her recent release, Laws of Illusion, which highlights her dreamy ballads and lilting vocals. She will be accompanied by the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra. Then on Saturday, August 20th, the whole family will enjoy the evening, as the Hollywood Bowl orchestra accompanies clips from Walt Disney's movie Fantasia. There will be all of the favorite scenes, plus some unfinished

segments of this Disney masterpiece. The evening ends with fireworks that complement the spectacular beauty of this cinematic triumph. Tickets are $32, and if you would like to take the bus from Wilson Park, it's an additional $5. You can sign up now at the Family Ministries Table on the patio, or email familyministries@rhumc.org.

THE PURPOSEFUL READERS The Purposeful Readers will be discussing the book Love Wins: A Book about Heaven, Hell, and

the Fate of Every Person who Ever Lived, by Rob Bell, on July 17th at 6:30 PM in the Aldersgate Room. Here is what one reviewer had to say about the book: “I am not a student of the Bible, or a person with a deep understanding of theology. Like millions of others, I'm struggling with all of the questions that Rob Bell puts forth in the beginning of this book. While I search for answers that make sense, and look for a faith where I can belong and be strong, and not be lost and afraid, almost every page of this book spoke to me. I found it a compelling read, eye-opening and heart-opening. Yes, a little "over written" in the dramatic, one-sentence paragraph style. But it worked. When I finished this book, for the first time in decades, I wanted to pray. For the first time in years, I wanted to open a Bible and give it a chance. For the first time in a long time, I went to church because I felt there might be a good reason to go. So the debate can rage among the hard-cores, but I suspect this book can touch millions of hearts like it touched mine. For that reason, I will be recommending it to many friends who struggle with the same questions.” Basketball Update “There, I guess King George will be able to read that.”

- hypothetical response by John Hancock after signing the Declaration of Independence

Happy Fourth of July! Our basketball schedule for July is:

Sat., July 2nd, 2-4 pm

Mon., July 4th, 6-8 pm Thurs., July 7th, 6-8 pm Sat., July 9th, 2-4 pm Mon., July 11th, 6-8 pm Thurs., July 14th, 6-8 pm Sat., July 16th, 2-4 pm Mon., July 18th, 6-8 pm Thurs., July 21st, 6-8 pm Sat., July 23rd, 2-4 pm Mon., July 25th, 6-8 pm Thurs., July 28th, 6-8 pm Sat., July 30th, 2-4 pm If you would like to be sent reminders/updates regarding our schedule via email, please forward your email address to John Kwan at john@rhumc.org. We look forward to seeing you there!

iPalpiti ORCHESTRA & SOLOISTS

EDUARD SCHMIEDER Music Director & Conductor

Festival Preview Concert

ROLLING HILLS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Saturday, July 16, 2011 — 7:30 p.m.

The orchestra iPalpiti (ee-PAHL-pit-ee, Italian for "heartbeats") is unique in the world in that it draws its members from top prize-winning laureates of international competitions. iPalpiti has played to great acclaim in leading concert halls around the world. Twenty-nine select artists will arrive in Los Angeles from over 20 countries for the annual iPalpiti Festival of International

Laureates. Concerts take place at various venues throughout the Southland and culminate in an evening concert by the full orchestra in the Walt Disney Concert Hall.

Tickets: $10 / $5 for students

VACATION BIBLE CAMP This year we are going wild about sharing God’s love with you and your kids. Vacation Bible Camp is August 1-5. We have two exciting sessions - either morning or afternoon. Kids explore God’s love through amazing bible stories, crafts, energetic games, singing and much more. It is not only a good time for kids…it can also be a great experience for parents, grandparents, nannies or neighbors. Volunteering either 5 mornings or 5 afternoons can be enriching and uplifting for you as well! It is super EASY to be a part of this fun week…all you have to do is register and attend the kick off dinner and training on Sunday, July 31 at 4:00 p.m. If you have any questions, please feel free to call one of our Panda members: Lisa Lehman, Jan Johnson or Lisa Williams (310) 377-6771

Visit www.rhumc.org/kidzone to download a registration form!

Club Maintenance Progress Report Numerous tasks were completed by a very productive Club Maintenance crew. They include replacing high exterior light bulbs, repairing two damaged doors, installing door stops, gluing loose carpeting, installing traffic signs, tightening loose toilet seats, replacing a broken sprinkler head, replacing a light fixture, repairing a sagging counter top, replacing a drapery pull cord and tensioners, refinishing a dresser top in the Bride's Room and preparing and painting a door frame. Those who participated include Jim Showalter, Oren Sheldon, Don Pedersen, Dave Larson, Gene Koester and Bill Bails. The next opportunity to help in repairing items in our facilities will be Saturday morning, July 9, starting at 8:30 am. Please join the regulars in this beneficial activity.

Memorial Garden Memorial Garden Memorial Garden Memorial Garden WallWallWallWall EngravingsEngravingsEngravingsEngravings We are about to arrange for more engravings on the memorial wall. The engraving is done in gold and would bear the name and date of birth and death. The fee is $250 and a portion of that fee is placed in a maintenance fund for the upkeep of the garden. We are grateful to Club Maintenance folks and others who are helping to keep the garden plants flourishing and the fountain running clear. If you would like to place the name of a friend or family member on the wall, please contact Julie Geist in the church office.

Health & Wellness Save the date! August 28 BLOOD Drive

During summers the American Red Cross blood supply is reduced because of few High School drives. RHUMC is stepping up to the plate with a mini-blood drive on Sunday August 28 from 9 AM to 3 PM. All eligible persons are welcome to participate even if you have never donated blood before. Consistent donors of whole blood need to wait 56 days between donations and today marks the last day to donate before our drive. So please plan to share the gift of life at RHUMC on August 28.

1) There is no substitute for blood. 2) The blood supply here in So Cal is especially low in the summertime. 3) So Cal must import 40% of its blood supply from other parts of the country, from the South

and Midwest. 4) One unit of blood, separated into 3 components, plasma, platelets and packed cells can

potentially save 3 lives. Of course to save someone’s life is to be a hero

So—be a hero and contribute to our own community.

Donors must be at least 16 years old (w/ parental presence) weighing at least 110 pounds, and be in good health. There is no upper age limit and many seniors donate blood. The American Red Cross will be in Wesley Hall on August 28 between 9 AM and 3 PM. Appointments are available online. Go to www.givelife.org and enter sponsor code RHUMC. Also, please phone Marian at the office, 310-377-6771, ext 116 for an appointment or for questions. Walk-in donors will be accommodated around those who have arranged for an appointment. If you are unable to donate blood but would be interested in volunteering you are most welcome to join us.

OPPORTUNITES for EXERCISES are Ongoing! Health and Wellness continues to offer several exercise options. Perhaps with summer, your schedule allows more flexibility or you have been looking for a new program or you want to add to your routine. Whatever your reason, newcomers are always welcome to check into any of our classes: Pilates: Monday and Wednesday at 7:45 in the Bride’s Room Core Strengthening: Monday and Wednesday 8:45 in Narthex

Laughter Group: Thursday at 9 in Choir Room Fit for Life: Friday 9:30 in Narthex

Come to one or more of these activities and find out if it will work for you. Exercise is necessary for good health. And you will have fun doing it! There is a nominal fee for some of the sessions. Contact marian@rhumc.org or phone 310 377-6771, ext 116 for additional information.

Senior High Youth - Please join us on July 13th for a summer beach night at the Portuguese Bend Beach Club. We will meet at the church at 6:00pm and return to church by 10:00pm. On August 26th, the Senior High Youth will have our 2nd Annual Dodger Night. The cost is $40 which includes an all-you-can-eat pass- so bring your appetite! Please RSVP for both events before July 8th by e-mailing Philip Gerlach at philipgerlach@gmail.com. On July 30th, the Senior High SSP teams will depart for Susanville, CA and Teec Nos Pos, AZ. We have 41 students and 10 chaperones travelling in fellowship, mission, and love. Thank you for your support and please keep us in your prayers.

JR. HIGH SSP

The Jr. High Sierra Service Project kids would like to thank you for making their car wash such a success and great fun. These funds support the kid’s trip to Arizona this summer to work on Indian reservations. Thank you Hillside Automotive for your support and letting us use your parking lot for this event.

SAVE THE DATE: Friday, September 23rd

at 7:30 p.m.

Violinist Solomon Liang will be performing at RHUMC on September, 23rd with David Fung on the piano. Solomon received his Bachelor of Music degree from Cole Conservatory at California State University, Long Beach. He is currently pursing a Master of Music degree at Yale School of Music, Althea’s alma mater. More about this concert in future issues.

NEW MEMBER CORRECTION

Mary Guhy 4475 Pacific Coast Highway J302 Torrance 90505 310-375-9753

mfguhy@hotmail.com Directory Update Please forward any changes in your address, phone, email, etc. to michele@rhumc.org.

2011 GRADUATES

COLLEGE Daniel Brim, son of Terry & Ellen Brim, from Northeastern University, pursing a career in Mechanical Engineering. Benjamin Fuller, grandson of Ruth Fuller, from the University of Phoenix, will be pursuing a career in criminal justice. Holly Harris, daughter of Dick & Jane Harris, from Harvard with a Doctoral Degree in Epidemiology. Philip Leong, nephew of Tamara Kittiver, from University of California at San Diego, furthering education at pharmacy school in Denver. Rebekah Anne McCurry, granddaughter of Jim & Ann McCurry, from Biola University, B.S. in International Business. Elizabeth Ann Nicks, granddaughter of Sue Nicks, from Chapman University, Bachelor of Fine Arts. Mary Nicks, daughter-in-law of Sue Nicks, from Cal Lutheran, Masters in Science & Special Education. Steven Rambach, grandson of Ted & Mary Rambach, from Baylor University, continuing with grad school at Baylor. Jessica Rea, granddaughter of Arline Korb, from UC Davis, major in Psychology. Eric Rutgers, son of Drs. Rick & Joanne Rutgers, from Cornell University, will be relocating to San Francisco to work as an Architect. Jonathan Sedzmak, grandson of Pat Chapman, from Cal State San Bernadino. Genne`a N. Squire de Torres, granddaughter of Louise Thrift, from Southern Methodist University, pursuing a career in Dispute Resolution & Conflict Management. Daniel Ueda, Son of Emily Ueda, from UC Riverside. Alyssa White, daughter of Mike & Heather White, from Hamilton College in N.Y.

HIGH SCHOOL Jennifer Rae Atkinson, granddaughter of Wayne & Margaret Stark, graduating from Vista High School, attending UC Santa Barbara. Ashley Calderon, daughter of Ana Lopez & Carlos Calderon, from PV Peninsula H.S., going to the University of Redlands. Ryan Dougherty, grandson of Dick & Nancy Kellogg, from Notre Dame H.S., bound for the University of Oregon. Phillip Osgood and Bobby Ellis, grandsons of Norine Morse, Phillip from Los Lomas H.S., attending Cal Poly at San Luis Obispo, Bobby from Madison H.S., going to Long Beach State. Valerie Geiger, daughter of Greg & Jackie Geiger, from Chadwick, attending Chapman University. Laura Hand, granddaughter of Helen Mellott, from PV H.S., going to Joffrey Ballet. Patrick Holihan, son of Greg & Elizabeth Holihan, from PV H.S., attending Marymount College. Sophia Larriva, daughter of Emily Howard, from Bishop Montgomery H.S., going to UC Santa Barbara. Devin Louie, son of Jeff & Kathy Louie, from PV Peninsula H.S, attending UC Irvine. Scott J. Mainquist, grandson of Jim & Lois Moore, from Torrey Pines H.S., going to University of Illinois. Cory John Nicks, grandson of Sue Nicks, from PV Peninsula H.S., attending Berkley. Molly & Hannah Peitzman, twin granddaughters of Fred & Ann Peitzman, from La Canada H.S., Molly is attending Whitworth University, Hannah is heading for San Francisco State. Allison Scott, daughter of Doug & Tammy Scott, from PV H.S., going to UCLA. Kyle Simpson, grandson of Pat Chapman, from Moore Park H.S. Karen Stephens, daughter of Bill & Monica Stephens, from South High School, attending Future Link in Bel Air, Maryland. Stephen Wahlig, grandson of Larry & Tami Kittiver, from West Des Moines H.S., going to Rice University. Lacey Whiting, granddaughter of Ruth Fuller, from College Park H.S., attending Diablo Valley Community College.

MIDDLE SCHOOL Jade Gehr, granddaughter of Dale & Linda Gehr, from First Lutheran School, going to West High School. Grant Geiger, son of Greg & Jackie Geiger, from Rolling Hills County Day School, attending PV Peninsula H.S. Samantha Hanhart, daughter of Brian & Silvia Hanhart, from First Lutheran, going to South H.S. Bobby Jones, son of Bob & Melinda Jones, from Miraleste Intermediate, attending PV Peninsula HS in the fall. Alex Kokka, son of Alan Kokka & Susie Wendorff, from Miraleste Intermediate, going to PV Peninsula H.S. Zoe Peterson, daughter of Michael Peterson & Chris Campbell, from PVIS, attending PV H.S. Sara Platnick, daughter of Joe & Kathy Platnick, from Ridgecrest Intermediate, going to Chadwick. Dylan Plunkett, son of Sheril Plunkett, from Richardson Middle School, attending South High School. Caela Roach, daughter of David Rentz & Beth Roach, from Richardson Middle School, going to South High School in the fall. Zen

Roten, son of Russell & Yuriko Roten, from PVIS, attending PV H.S. in the fall. Kade Schmitz, son of Doug & Cindy Schmitz, from Dana Middle School, going to San Pedro H.S. Julian Szieff, son of Bill & Caitlin Szieff, from Miraleste Intermediate, attending PV H.S. in the fall. Brigit Valeri, daughter of Roger & Sandra Valeri, from Miraleste Intermediate, going to PV Peninsula H.S. Ryan Tsang, son of Wayne & Bonni Tsang, from Ridgecrest Intermediate, attending PV Peninsula H.S. Abigail Whitman, daughter of David & Gina Whitman, from Ridgecrest Middle School, going to PV Peninsula H.S. Luke Wieten, grandson of Pat Chapman, from Richardson Middle School. Steven Williams, son of Peter & Lisa Williams, from Miraleste Intermediate, attending PV H.S. Evan Zakman, son of Steve & Nicole Zakman, from PVIS, going to PV H.S. James Zhang, son of William & Julie Zhang, from Vista Grande, attending PV Peninsula H.S.

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Abigail Markow, granddaughter of Kathy Nesheim, from Hermosa Elementary, attending Vineyard Middle School. Kacie

Plunkett, daughter of Sheril Plunkett, from Walteria Elementary School, headed for Richardson Middle School. Michael Valeri, son of Roger & Sandra Valeri, from Mira Catalina Elementary, going to Miraleste Intermediate. John Szieff, son of Bill & Caitlin Szieff, from Mira Catalina Elementary, attending Miraleste Intermediate in the fall. PRESCHOOL Taylor Kwan, son of John Kwan & Waisze Lam, from RHUMC Preschool, going to Rancho Vista Elementary. Lydia O’Neill, daughter of Michael & Jennifer O’Neill, from RHUMC Preschool, attending Vista Grande Elementary.

Senior Pastor Jonathan Chute Music Director Chuck Dickerson Assoc. Pastor John Kwan Organist/Pianist Althea Waites Assoc. Pastor Diane Rehfield 3rd Service Ensemble Patti MacLeod Children’s Ministries Lisa Lehman Admin. Secretary Julie Geist Kid/Mid Zone Director Lisa Williams Jr. High Youth John Kwan Admin. Asst. to Pastor Michele Nelson Sr. High Youth Phil Gerlach Asst. Secretary Carol Berthelet Preschool Director Myra Ghabrial Treasurer Robin La Tourette Parish Nurse Marian Komori Bookkeeper Nicole Lowery Custodian Miguel Portillo Facility Manager Gene Koester Technical Director Geoff Graue Church Office Phone 377-6771 Fax Line 544-4123 Resident Bishop Mary Ann Swenson Web Site www.rhumc.org District Superintendent Kathey Wilborn

SUNDAY WORSHIP HOURS 8:30 & 10 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. CHURCH OFFICE HOURS Monday -Thursday 9 – 4:30

Friday 9 – 3

Next Cornerstone deadline is July 18th www.rhumc.org