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Irvington Presbyterian Church Fremont, CA January, 2012 Sundays Worship 10:15 a.m. (Nursery and Children Sun- day School During Service) J.O.Y. Bible Study: 9:00 a.m. Irvington Chinese Presbyterian Service: 10:15 a.m. Weekdays at IPC 9 Communion and Prayer Church Directory Bible Studies Inside this issue: Deacons Update 2 Missions Update 3 Session News & Notes 4 Youth Ministry 5 Children’s Ministry 6 Activities Update 7 Congregation News 8 Your Congregation 10 October Calendar 11 Mailing 12 If you have ever been frustrated with the state of your spiritual life; if you’ve ever wondered why spiritual growth seems to go so slowly; if you've ever wondered if real change is possible; if you've ever felt confused or stuck in your spiritual life – you’re my kind of person. We have plenty of head knowledge, but how do we get that to connect with our hearts? I have struggled and still do struggle with those same things. I wonder how I can get to know God any better. Why don’t I hear his voice more clearly? But I have also discovered that it is possible to live the life I’ve always wanted to live. The Good News of Jesus insists that human beings really can change. It is never easy. It is rarely quick. But it is possible, and it happens. I see it happening in people from time to time, and occasionally, in myself. This kind of positive change happens any time people become intensely serious about learning from Jesus how to arrange their lives. Through the centuries, wise people have given themselves to following Jesus in this way. This series of Sunday morning talks and small group meetings is an attempt to make some of that wisdom accessible to us folks who live in a world of freeways, X boxes and emails. When you are through, my hope is that you will accept Christ’s invitation to live life his way because it truly is the life you’ve always wanted. From January 8 th through February 12 th I will be giving a series of Sunday morning talks on six aspects of the life you’ve always wanted, the heart at peace in a busy world. During each of those six weeks, small groups will meet to watch a video by John Ortberg on the subject and to talk it over. I hope you will find time to join with some friends, old or new, to explore the life you’ve always wanted. Happy New Year for 2012. Pastor Michael The Life You Have Always Wanted The Life You Have Always Wanted

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Irvington Presbyterian Church Fremont, CA January, 2012

Sundays

Worship 10:15 a.m.

(Nursery and Children Sun-

day School During Service)

J.O.Y. Bible Study: 9:00 a.m.

Irvington Chinese

Presbyterian Service:

10:15 a.m.

Weekdays at IPC 9

Communion and Prayer

Church Directory

Bible Studies

Inside this issue:

Deacons Update 2

Missions Update 3

Session News & Notes 4

Youth Ministry 5

Children’s Ministry 6

Activities Update 7

Congregation News 8

Your Congregation 10

October Calendar 11

Mailing 12

If you have ever been frustrated with the state of your spiritual life; if you’ve

ever wondered why spiritual growth seems to go so slowly; if you've ever

wondered if real change is possible; if you've ever felt confused or stuck in

your spiritual life – you’re my kind of person. We have plenty of head

knowledge, but how do we get that to connect with our hearts?

I have struggled and still do struggle with those same things. I wonder how I

can get to know God any better. Why don’t I hear his voice more clearly?

But I have also discovered that it is possible

to live the life I’ve always wanted to live.

The Good News of Jesus insists that human

beings really can change. It is never easy.

It is rarely quick. But it is possible, and it

happens. I see it happening in people from

time to time, and occasionally, in myself.

This kind of positive change happens any time people become intensely

serious about learning from Jesus how to arrange their lives.

Through the centuries, wise people have given themselves to following

Jesus in this way. This series of Sunday morning talks and small group

meetings is an attempt to make some of that wisdom accessible to us folks

who live in a world of freeways, X boxes and emails. When you are through,

my hope is that you will accept Christ’s invitation to live life his way because

it truly is the life you’ve always wanted.

From January 8th through February 12th I will be giving a series of Sunday

morning talks on six aspects of the life you’ve always wanted, the heart at

peace in a busy world. During each of those six weeks, small groups will

meet to watch a video by John Ortberg on the subject and to talk it over.

I hope you will find time to join with some friends, old or new, to explore the

life you’ve always wanted.

Happy New Year for 2012.

Pastor Michael

The Life You Have Always WantedThe Life You Have Always Wanted

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- Mary Wolfe DEACONS NEWS

IPC Bell

Nine Deacons and Pastor Michael gathered at moderator June Dawson’s home on December 13,

for the final meeting of the year. The meeting was opened with prayer by Pastor Michael and a

devotional titled “It isn’t always easy” was given by Thea Pex. Minutes of the November meeting

were approved as read. Session report was reviewed and the Treasurer’s Report was filed for

audit. Communion and coffee assignments were reviewed. Pastor Michael continues to work with

Dan Kingman's mother and an attorney to resolve the details of Dan’s estate.

The church bell was installed above the choir room and was rung on Christmas Eve and Christmas

Day. We are thankful for this restoration as part of our 125th Anniversary Celebration. Information

for ordering a DVD of the October 8 program will be printed in the Sunday bulletin. The cost is $10

and may be ordered through Johnny Handono. Proceeds will go to the Deacons’ Fund.

Deacons’ Donations:

Two families were given clothing and food in approximate amounts of $250 each. The amounts

were appropriated based on need.

$2,000 was given to the League of Volunteers for the purchase of bicycles.

Jeanette Ollison was the November “Acts of Kindness” recipient and was given a $25 gift card

for Subway Sandwiches.

At the end of December, June Dawson, Geraldine Hoyt and Mary Wolfe will end their tenure on the

Board of Deacons. June thanked the Board for a job well done this year. In return, June was

thanked for her outstanding leadership role. At the close of the meeting, refreshments were served

in keeping with the holiday theme.

New Parish assignments will be given at the January meeting when new Deacons begin their term.

MealMeal--AA--Month Sunday Month Sunday -- Bonnie Nichols, Teresa OliverBonnie Nichols, Teresa Oliver

Meal-A-Month is a program developed by your Missions Team. On Mission Sunday each month, we

encourage your donations for this program. You don’t have to wait until Mission Sunday! Select any

Sunday and place your donation in the offering plate, marking your check “Meal A Month.”

Donations are given to Tri-City Volunteers, a local agency serving the communities of Fremont,

Newark & Union City. The $$$$ received are used to help provide needy families with food, clothing,

household items, housing and shelter referrals.

We want to thank everyone for their financial support of this program. Praise the Lord that we

are willing and able to help those less fortunate than ourselves!

If you would like more information about this local Mission or our other Mission efforts around the

world and want to find out how you can help, please feel free to speak with any Mission Team

member (Virginia Stull, Mary Ellen McKowen, Patti Boyland, Pastor Michael Boyland, Jenni Pellot,

Bonnie Nichols, Teresa Oliver, Kamroon & Mustapha Baksh.)

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MissionS Update Thank you, Thank you, Thank you Thank you, Thank you, Thank you -- Mary Ellen McKowenMary Ellen McKowen

Mission Team extends heartfelt thanks to all who contributed gifts and to all who helped make a very

successful Birthday Party for Jesus. Fifty bags of gifts were delivered to Tri-City Volunteers, and,

indeed, there was a very happy, grateful response from the worker in

charge. She asked for details about where the gifts came from and

made sure she had the name and address of the giving organization in

order to send an official thank you letter. The gifts were to be distributed

the following Saturday at a special party they were planning.

Almost all bags donated had multiple gifts. It is estimated that there

were at least 150 gifts. The following Sunday an additional large bag labeled “Party for Jesus” was

discovered in the Narthex of the church with at least another 15 gifts in it. These were delivered the

next day, and although it was after their party distribution date, the Tri-City Volunteers were very

happy to have them for any last-minute distribution.

News From the Front Lines News From the Front Lines -- Pastor MichaelPastor Michael

Richard and Wendy Yancey live and work in a West African nation among a Muslim people six mil-

lion strong. They have three children, Nathan, Rachel and Anastasia. This year your Mission Team

was privileged to add Richard and Wendy’s work to our portfolio of mission workers.

Richard and Wendy and the children recently returned to their adoptive homeland after a spell in the

USA. When they got there, a religious leader, a friend of theirs, led them back into his compound in

the village. He came out of his house with an armload of books, including Bibles in Arabic, French

and the local language. He was eager to talk about God’s word, and it was clear that he had been

waiting for the opportunity. While Richard and Wendy were in the US

they had been praying for him and wondering how the scriptures

would be at work in his life. Now they found him to be an enthusiastic

seeker, and they pray that he will bring others who are open.

This leader is an example of a person of peace. When Jesus sent out

the twelve and then the seventy-two he told them, “Whatever town or

village you enter, search for some worthy person there and stay at

that house until you leave. As you enter the home, give it your

greeting. If the home is deserving, let your peace rest on it; if it is

not let your peace return to you.” (Matthew 10:11-12)

Jesus told his followers to find a person who is both influential and

receptive to the good news, and then to spend time with that

“person of peace.” Please pray for this leader to be both receptive

to the good news and influential among his people.

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Session News & Notes - Ron Fong

Finance Finance

Finance advises general giving in 2011 contin-

ued lower than 2010, but rental income is higher

than 2010. November giving was lower than the

previous year.

A draft budget for 2012 was reviewed by Ses-

sion at the December meeting. It tentatively

shows a deficit budget for 2012. A special Ses-

sion meeting will be held January 19, 2012, to

further pray and resolve the budget. Pray for

Session to have wisdom in the proper balancing

and financing of the long-term vision and mis-

sion of IPC to bring people to Christ.

Nominating CommitteeNominating Committee

At the Congregational Meeting on December 18,

Nom Comm recommended 13 candidates for

church officer positions . They were all elected.

Deacons Deacons

Class of 2012: Deloris Anderson

Class of 2014: Bonnie Berger, Gill Carson,

Kathy Fletcher, Jean Landrum,

Lisa Young and Emmy Yourish

EldersElders

Class of 2012: Joe DiMaggio, Don Carson

and David Wegener

Class of 2013: Russ Pennelly

Class of 2014: Mustapha & Kamroon Baksh

The Church Alive committee position is still

open. Session is reviewing the responsibilities

and scope of this committee.

Buildings & GroundsBuildings & Grounds

Session authorized a $2500 emergency replace-

ment furnace for the Social Hall. The old unit

failed and was replaced by a new efficient model

that will be eligible for a $250 PG&E rebate and

is projected to reduce our natural gas use by

23%. Session authorized $482 for reupholster-

ing two pews that have cuts in them. The rental

lease with the Communidad Church is being

negotiated by Don Carson. The new lease

income is likely to be lower than current.

The BellThe Bell

The Bell was installed on the roof above the

choir room. Session is working on a system to

ring the bell with an electro-mechanical clapper.

StewardshipStewardship

Offering Envelopes for 2012 are ready for pickup

in the church narthex. To facilitate the counters,

we request you mark the outside of the envelope

with either CHECK or CASH and add your enve-

lope number on any check.

Don’t forget to turn in your Pledge Cards.

Clerk ActionsClerk Actions

Bids were received for re-roofing the Social Hall

that currently has 55-year-old asbestos tiles. The

low bidders were within budget. A bid protest on

the award has been filed and is being reviewed.

Reported Joan Fong is a nominee for “delegate

to the PCUSA 220th General Assembly” in 2012.

This will be voted on at the San Francisco Pres-

bytery meeting in Walnut Creek on January 31.

Annual reports to the Clerk are due January 13.

A church officers retreat is planned for Saturday

February 11, 2012. Mark your calendars!

Per Capita Tax for 2012 is $32 per member

according to Presbytery. Your generous contri-

bution to pay your share will be very welcomed.

An annual congregational meeting is tentatively

scheduled for February 12, 2012.

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Youth Ministry 12Stones Student Ministries News:12Stones Student Ministries News:

2011 Review:2011 Review: God has been amazing! In such a short time we have transformed our Student Ministry to mirror the

values, goals, and vision of His word that our church follows. We have witnessed development in our

students’ personal lives, cultures, and spirituality. At the same time our membership continues to

grow. Friday Night Fellowship for High School students and Sunday Morning Youth Service for

Jr. High and High School students has been rejuvenated. Our first College Fellowship and Sunday

Evening Restoration Service were established this past summer. As our ministry grew, we witnessed

also a growth in our youths’ commitment to the Lord. Three students, Mindy Chin, Nick Look, and

Alex Chung were baptized. With the Lord’s help, we look forward to having another blessed year

through prayer, faith and continuing support from everyone at IPC.

12Stones Sunday Service 12/18/2011:12Stones Sunday Service 12/18/2011: Brought back by popular demand, 12Stones Student Ministries joined

our Music Director, Daniel Khuc, for worship in songs. We are always

blessed to hear our gifted musicians lead us with familiar songs and lift

up our spirits with new ones! Thanks to Paul Choi, Nicholas Fong, Nick

Look, Diana Lam, & Mindy Chin who took time off from their holiday

break to inspire us with their talents. We ask that you continue to pray

for their success as they return to their respective campuses at Biola,

UC Davis, UC Irvine, Cornell, Presbyterian College, UC Berkeley, Chico, Columbia, and West Point.

- Anh Truong

Holiday Happenings Holiday Happenings -- EditorsEditors

IPC Christmas ConcertIPC Christmas Concert

We were delighted to attend our first annual concert in the Sanctuary on December 17. This was a

well-attended event that our congregation and visitors enjoyed. The program featured “Which Way

to the Stable?” performed by our Ikidz Drama Troupe. Nancy Wenstrom and Brad Catania two well-

known singers and artists performed many songs from their recently released CD “Come In To

Christmas.” Brad showed his skills on the Flugelhorn with a melodious rendition of “The Christmas

Song.” In his message, Pastor Michael explained “What Christmas is About.” The IPC choir sang

“It came Upon The Midnight Clear’’ and “The Little Drummer Boy.” Pastor on the guitar and Patti on

the flute serenaded us with “O Holy Night.” We found this program and the camaraderie of singing

carols with our fellow worshippers, a delightful way to start the celebration of our Savior’s birth.

Christmas Eve and Christmas WorshipChristmas Eve and Christmas Worship

The recently installed bell called us to worship on both days—what a treat! It was a blessing to see

so many new faces at both services. Thanks to Shirley Vic for posting invitation flyers around town.

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Children’s Ministry

iKidz studied and celebrated Jesus’ birth this Advent season through many fun and exciting experi-

ences. On Tuesday nights, we continued to share in Jesus’ journey with his friends, discovering

many of His “upside down” teachings that are different from the world. We celebrated Advent togeth-

er as a family, with a special parent group dinner. The night ended with Pastor Michael leading our

beautiful Advent wreath experience in the church.

Meanwhile, back in the Sunday School Room our grade-school students tackled some challenging

questions from the unit “When Jesus Came.” This unit answers the question “Why is Jesus’ birth

important for us today?”

And wrapping up (yes...pun intended!) the Advent season, our kids did an outstanding job at pre-

senting the short play “Which Way to the Stable?” that shared the Christ-

mas story from the shepherds perspective.

They put in many hours memorizing their lines,

learning acting skills and rehearsing over 7

times. Their hard work paid off with a wonder-

ful performance that had the attendees raving

about the talent of the kids and sharing how

the experience touched their hearts. Every child who participated, came

away either learning a life lesson, discovering a new skill, or growing friendships with the cast.

iKidz would like to thank each and every member of IPC for their support of this ministry. What we do

week in and week out is impacting the future of each and every child.

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Valentine’s Day “Adopt a Soldier” Valentine’s Day “Adopt a Soldier”

Session approved a Valentine’s Day “Adopt a Solider” event for youth and missions to support the

men and women currently serving in our armed forces. If you are interested or would like to help

with this project, contact Children’s Ministries Director, Jeanette Beland.

Vacation Bible School UpdateVacation Bible School Update

IPC has agreed to partner with San Ramon Church to help run Vacation Bible School this year. This

partnership, that is supported by Session, will allow for an increase in the number of volunteers to

administer the program. This project has been increasing in popularity and we are expecting a large

number of students to enroll. If you would like to volunteer your time to assist with Vacation Bible

School in the summer, contact Children’s Ministries Director, Jeanette Beland.

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Activities Update

Hirsch Homework Club and Kids Club Hirsch Homework Club and Kids Club -- Jeanette OllisonJeanette Ollison Church to establish a Hirsch Kids Club. In Feb-

ruary 2009, Carol

Lynn, I and 10

volunteers from

Harbor Light start-

ed the first Kids

Club in Alameda

County! In three

years of ministry, Hirsch’s Kids Club has grown

from 40 to about 100 students.

Carol Lynn shared that some students who were

reluctant to memorize scripture verses in her

Kids Club group now eagerly volunteer to recite

them. In my group, I was thrilled to explain to a

little boy whose father had passed away, that

“God promises to be a father to the fatherless.”

My children and I had experienced the same

loss; and I felt blessed to be able to comfort this

little boy by sharing with him our experience of

God’s tender love and care.

On Monday, December 12, 2011 the children

celebrated Jesus’ birthday with a presentation

for their parents. The 6th grade girls entertained

us with a skit while the youngest students

donned costumes to

set the scene of Jesus’

birth. The middle

grades recited poetry

and sang carols led by

Jackie Rockett. The

oldest boys heralded us with scripture verses.

What a joyous way to celebrate our Savior’s

birth!

Jackie Rockett is new this year at the Kids Club,

joining Carol Lynn and Jeanette Ollison.

Thank you to the volunteers who help make

these two programs successful!

During our church planning in 2006, God laid on

my heart the idea for the Homework Club. What I

had in mind was for students to come to IPC after

school for help with their homework. A note in

the Church Bulletin resulted in seven volunteers

offering their help. After consulting with Hirsch

Elementary School Principal, the consensus was

to have the club there.

At first we were challenged by negative behaviors

of some students in the Homework Club. We

worked with the teachers and principal and

prayed for God to influence the children’s hearts.

Our Lord Jesus Christ, had a transformational

effect on Hirsch’s students. The Homework Club

is now a friendly place. Students who were fail-

ing are excelling academically. Student behavior

has improved significantly and rising test scores

are garnering the attention of the School Board.

This year, Kamroon Baksh and Barbara Walton

joined last years volunteers, Jeanette Ollison,

Carol Lynn, Jeane Garrett, Thea Pex, and Shirley

Murray, to tutor students in the Homework Club.

In the summer of 2008, by God’s providence, I

met missionaries who promoted School Bible

Clubs. Once again I felt God’s calling and IPC

began praying for a Bible Club at Hirsch. There

weren’t enough volunteers in our Church to start

a Bible Club. Mrs. Casey, Hirsch’s Principal af-

ter viewing a promotional Kids Club video at Har-

bor Light Church, decided she wanted to have a

Kids Club at her school. We modeled the Hirsch

Kids Club after the Santa Clara County Kids

Club, an after-school program designed to teach

positive biblical life skills to children in public

schools. This Club was organized by several

churches in that area working together.

We collaborated and partnered with Harbor Light

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Congregation News

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"Life of the body" is a monthly report sharing how people serve in

IPC. It is presented at worship on the 2nd Sunday of each month.

In 1 Corinthians 12: 12-31, Paul compares the church body to the

physical body. Just as each part of our physical body is important

in order for it to function at it’s best, so too, it is in the church

body. Paul weaves together a picture of cooperation and mutual

care for one another. He tells us we need to have concern for all

parts equally so that “background” gifts are also praised and not

neglected. From the young person who is a Christian example to

the elderly saint whose endurance is an inspiration, each member

is vital, needed, and honorable. No member is unimportant.

A friend who injured her “unimportant” little toe, began walking on

the inside of her foot to keep pressure off the toe so it could heal.

After a few weeks, her knee began to ache and then her hip joint

and back. Her uneven gait caused problems throughout her

body. If you feel like you are a “little toe” in the church, we need

you! You are important! (And if you know of anyone who is a

“little toe,” please let me know so we can honor them by sharing

what they do in the church body.)

Life of the BodyLife of the Body—— Karen JaycoxKaren Jaycox

Betty Blizel

Patti Boyland

Gill Carson

Nancy Chase

Mindy Chin

Alex Chung

Peter Cola

June Dawson

Jonathan Fadner

Ron Fong

Kimberly Jeffries

Pat Jeffries

Dianne McClure

Melissa Tulley

Clara Mae Ridley

Bon Dawson

Doug and Betty Blizel

Annual Congregational Meeting Annual Congregational Meeting

This year’s meeting is tentatively scheduled on February 12,

immediately following worship. Be there to elect members of the

Nominating Committee and to learn more about our plans for 2012.

Look for updates in the Church Bulletin and February Cornerstone.

New Worship DirectorNew Worship Director

Welcome to Alishan Merjanian, our new Worship Director, who

started on January 4. In addition to helping plan worship, Alishan

will serve as Music Director. He has a BS in Music from San

Jose State and is currently pursuing graduate work.

Our sincere thanks to Daniel Khuc for stepping into the role of

Music Director for the past 4 months. It was a pleasure to see our

choir and Praise Group flourish under his direction.

We are blessed to have Alishan be a part of our church family

and to have Daniel continue his musical contributions to worship.

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Anyone who trusts in Jesus Christ and has been baptized is welcome to partake of

the Lord’s Supper in our church. It is a gift from God for us who do not deserve it,

but who gratefully receive his love and his cleansing power. We prepare to receive

the bread and cup by confessing our sins and doing our utmost to patch up any

differences with other people. At IPC we celebrate communion on the first Sunday

of each month, and on Thursday mornings at 7:30 am in the Sanctuary.

Communion Communion —— Pastor BoylandPastor Boyland

Irvington Presbyterian Church page 9 January, 2012

Pastor: Rev. Michael Boyland

Chinese Pastor: Dick Hwang

Youth Ministries Director : Anh Truong

Children Ministries Director: Jeanette Beland

Music Director: Alishan Merjanian

Organist: Daniel Khuc

Office Manager; Frankie Cabral

Men’s Bible Study — Men meet with Pastor Michael at Bay Street Coffee Roasting Friday

mornings from 8 am to 9 am to discuss selected Bible sections. All men are welcomed.

“The Life You’ve Always Wanted” — This is a six week program beginning January

15. We will be learning to live the life you have always wanted to live. Each week, Pastor Michael

will preach a sermon on one aspect of life. Groups will meet weekly to watch a related video by

Pastor John Ortberg and discuss questions on each aspect of life preached.

Women's Bible Study and Home Bible Study will participate in “The Life You’ve Always

Wanted” for the next six weeks. These six sessions will replace the regularly scheduled Bible

Studies. Details will be published in the Church Bulletin or participants will be contacted directly.

Weekdays at IPC

Address: 4181 Irvington Avenue

P.O. Box 1336,

Fremont, CA 94538

Phone: (510) 657 3133

Email: [email protected]

Office Hours:

8:00 am —12:00 pm, Monday – Friday

Church DirectoryChurch Directory

Bible StudiesBible Studies

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- Editors

Knowing Your Congregation Alex, age 21, is attending Ohlone College, and

looking forward to attending a four-year college

next year. Growing up, he played goalie in ice

hockey, first base in baseball and defense in

basketball. He enjoys touch football with

friends and loves computer games. He works

in his mom’s legal practice as needed.

Natalie, age 19, a sophomore at Chico State, is

an Economics major and a Math minor. She

has performed

with StarStruck

Theatre and

danced ballet,

jazz and hip hop

with Mission

Dance. In high

school she was

involved in IPC’s Youth Group, and went on

mission trips to Philadelphia, Mexico and Brazil.

Natalie volunteers at the Tri-City Free Breakfast

Program during summer breaks.

Shivani, age 17, is a junior at Mission San Jose

High School. She enjoys playing the piano,

singing and the musical theatre. She per-

formed with StarStruck Theatre, Show Choir

and high school theater. Shivani also danced

with Mission Dance. She is glued to her

iPhone, hangs with her friends, and looks for-

ward to being on stage.

The Ariathurai’s were members of First United

Methodist Church on Washington Blvd. They

visited IPC during their search for a church that

was more bible based. After visiting many

churches, they decided to check out the church

with the steeple that is visible from Washington

Blvd. Here they found the strong bible-based

sermons they were searching for, LOGOs for

their kids, and an overwhelmingly warm feeling

of welcome - they never left!

The Ariathurai family, Ken, Lynette, Alex, Natalie

and Shivani have been IPC members for more

than 10 years.

Ken was born in Sri Lanka (formerly Ceylon) to a

Christian mother and a Hindu father, and is the

youngest of seven. He is fluent in Tamil and Sin-

ghalese. At age 16, Ken, his mother and sister

Kala, migrated to the U.S. He graduated from

U.C Davis as a Mechanical Engineer and worked

in Silicon Valley for 24 years before founding his

Engineering Consulting Company, AES. Ken

owns the UPS Store and Aria Printing on Mission

Blvd. in Fremont. He has served as Elder and

Worship Elder at IPC. Golfing helps him to relax.

Lynnette was born in San Jose, and is proud to

be a California native. At four years old she was

placed in a foster home. A year later she was

placed with another family where she lived until

age 16. This is the family she considers to be her

own. Lynnette became a Christian through her

Youth Group at the United Methodist Church in

San Jose. Upon graduating from high school,

she began working as a clerk for a Silicon Valley

high-tech company. Soon thereafter, she met

Ken, who stopped by to meet “the new girl,” and

the rest is history. Lynnette studied at night for

her college degree, and at age 29 entered law

school. She has been a Business and Corporate

Attorney sole practitioner in Fremont for 17 years.

Lynnette has been a very active member of IPC.

Currently she is the Christian Equipping Elder.

Other positions held include Deacon, Missions

member, LOGOs director and VBS coordinator.

She enjoys working with kids, and sharing

Christ’s love. Her mission trips to Mexico and

Brazil, allowed her to help others and witness the

worship of God in other languages. Lynnette has

also been involved with StarStruck Theatre, Mu-

sic for Minors, Fine Arts and Music Education.

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Fremont, CA 94538-0133

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Please Note: January 26 is the deadline for our February issue.

All articles are to be delivered in writing to the church office or by email to:

[email protected].

Thank you Deacon Mary Wolfe for consistently Thank you Deacon Mary Wolfe for consistently

providing us with the material needed to keep the providing us with the material needed to keep the

congregation informed about the activities of our congregation informed about the activities of our

beloved Deacons. beloved Deacons.

We appreciate the time and dedication of all who We appreciate the time and dedication of all who

submitted articles and provided information for submitted articles and provided information for

January. January.

You play a significant role as we work together You play a significant role as we work together

in the name of Christ.in the name of Christ.

Kamroon and MustaphaKamroon and Mustapha

Your EditorsYour Editors

This month’s Cornerstone pictures This month’s Cornerstone pictures

were provided courtesy of were provided courtesy of Johnny Johnny

Handono, Peggy Handono, Handono, Peggy Handono,

Jeanette Beland and Anh Jeanette Beland and Anh

Truong. Truong.

Color printing provided by Color printing provided by

Ken Ariathurai.Ken Ariathurai.

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