July 2010 Opportunities
Special events and once-monthly events appear first by date. On-going weekly events follow by day of the week.
July 1 through July 31
One of the strongest and surest remedies to urban poverty is education. Be part of the remedy. Throughout the month of July, Presbyterian Urban Ministries is praying for as many school backpacks and most commonly needed school supplies to distribute to the children of San Diego's neediest families. The fall semester begins early (August) in San Diego, so the time is now to provide a deserving child with tools for school . . . and, ultimately, tools for a more optimistic future.
| Schedule | July 1–July 31 |
|---|---|
| Event | School Backpack Drive |
| Benefits | Presbyterian Urban Ministries» |
| Purpose | to raise back-to-school supplies for urban low-income families |
| Donations |
backpacks sturdy enough for everyday use crayons looseleaf notebooks markers pencils pens ruled looseleaf notebook paper rulers spiral-bound notebooks |
| Collection | every Sunday, Graham Memorial Presbyterian Church narthex 975 C Avenue, Coronado Downloadable Campus Map PDF» |
| Contact | Vickie McDonald Email» or (619) 435–0175 |
Early-Bird Registration . June 1 through July 31
Sea 'n' Air Golf Course, the fourth annual Golf4Good tournament venue, offers panoramic views and the balmy breezes that only an oceanfront property can boast. Part of Naval Air Station North Island in Coronado, Sea 'n' Air normally restricts admission to military personnel, their dependents, and guests. The Golf4Good tournament is a rare opportunity for civilians to experience the thrill of playing this premium private golf course. Golf4Good grows in size and popularity each year. Register now!
Golf4Good began in 2006 as the largest annual fundraising effort to benefit the work of Presbyterian Urban Ministries, a California 501(c)(3) inner-city outreach of the Presbytery of San Diego.
| Event | Fourth Annual Golf4Good Tournament . Friday, September 10 |
|---|---|
| Early-Bird Registration | June 1 through July 31 |
| Incentive | golfers who register before July 31 are eligible to win one of four Callaway Diablo Edge ($300 value) drivers in a drawing |
| Online Registration | Click Here» |
| Cost | $160/golfer |
| Includes | tournament, no-host happy hour, silent auction, dinner banquet, live auction, awards ceremony |
| Event Benefits | Presbyterian Urban Ministries» |
| Contact | Rick Moore Email» or (619) 838–1221 |
Monday, July 5
The Graham Memorial Presbyterian Church Thrift Cottage sells quality used clothing and small household goods and gives the cash receipts to the Women’s Coordinating Team—a group of smart women who decide how to divide the money among several ministries and missions.
The team responds to requests for outreach, decides how to spend Thrift Cottage income, oversees and funds the Evening Circle and the Friendship Circle, funds and awards church-member college scholarships, donates to the Graham Memorial Presbyterian Church Endowment Fund and to Presbyterian Women.
| Schedule | bimonthly Jan–Dec call to confirm meeting schedule |
|---|---|
| Time | 9:00–10:00am |
| Location | Kirk House parlor 959 C Avenue, Coronado Downloadable Campus Map PDF» |
| Invitation | women of the congregation 20 years of age and older |
| Purpose | Christian fellowship and service |
| Refreshments | complimentary coffee |
| Child Care | no |
| Contact | Vickie McDonald (619) 435-0175 or Carol Beatty (619) 423-6848 |
Friday, July 9
Originally formed to meet the needs of mothers with young children, this group holds appeal for and welcomes women of all ages who want to discover how God reveals himself through his Word. Here, women learn practical ways to apply biblical truths to daily life through interactive study of the Bible, supplementary academic resources, and books with Christian authors. Frequent guest speakers broaden perspective.
| Summer 2010 Schedule | Fridays 9:15–11:15am Jul 9, Jul 23, Aug 6, Aug 20 |
|---|---|
| Location | Graham Memorial Presbyterian Church Parish Hall 975 C Avenue, Coronado Downloadable Campus Map PDF» |
| Invitation | open to the community, women 20 years of age and older |
| Purpose | discipleship through Bible study fellowship prayer |
| Refreshments | complimentary coffee |
| Child Care | usually available with 48-hour advance notice Noah's Nursery at Kirk Cottage |
| Contact | Barbara Bartroff (619) 435–3646 |
Monday, July 12 through Friday, July 16
More than just a couple children have described Graham Memorial Presbyterian Church Vacation Bible School—VBS—as being more fun than Disneyland. But like Disneyland, VBS is a very cleverly disguised educational experience, too.
Each summer, VBS takes on a new theme, expressed in all the printed materials, equipment, and stage props used to transform the church sanctuary into a very cool science lab, a wild, way-out West ranch, or a camp site for an African safari. Each day's lesson frames new perspective in a window of biblical worldview and helps prepare kids for lives as role models and disciples. This year's theme is High Seas Expedition»
| 2010 Schedule | M–F Jul 12–Jul 16 |
|---|---|
| Time | 9:00am–12:00noon |
| Theme | High Seas Expedition |
| Location | Graham Memorial Presbyterian Church Campus Downloadable Campus Map PDF» |
| Invitation | open to all pre-registered children, kindergarten through grade 6 |
| Purpose | Christian fellowship and Bible lessons, fun, safe group games and activities |
| Food Service | light snack |
| Contact | Rebecca Smith, Director of Children's Ministries Email or (619) 435–6860 x 22 |
Wednesday, July 14 through Saturday, July 24
This eleven-day tour, July 14–24, includes Prague, Bratislava, Budapest, Vienna, Munich, and Oberammergau, the scenic home of the decennial Passion Play. Pastor David and Jody are leading the church family on an extraordinary journey. More details»
Thursday, July 15
Join your church family in summer singalongs every Thursday evening from July 15 through August 19. This family-friendly event will have everyone singing both traditional hymns and contemporary praise songs. Everyone will learn the story behind each song, too, including songwriter, composer, and theology. All voices welcome, ability to read musical notation not necessary.
Meet our Director of Music Ministries Teres Byrne»
| Schedule | Thursdays through August 19 |
|---|---|
| Time | 7:00–8:00pm |
| Location | Graham Memorial Presbyterian
Church sanctuary 975 C Avenue, Coronado Downloadable Campus Map PDF» |
| Invitation | families, kindergarten–adults |
| Purpose | family fun and fellowship to develop appreciation for traditional hymns and contemporary praise songs learn the history behind our worship music |
| RSVP | not required |
| Contact | Teres Byrne, Director of Music Ministries Email» or (619) 435–6860 x 17 |
Sunday, July 18
Formed in 1958 to provide young-family fellowship activities, the Crown City Mariners also charted a steady course of church-campus renovation service through the years. Now in retirement, they focus on strengthening their friendships and extending fellowship to newcomers to the group.
| Schedule | third Sunday monthly Sep–May |
|---|---|
| Time | 5:30–6:00pm social 6:00–7:00pm dinner |
| Location | Graham Memorial Presbyterian Church Parish Hall 975 C Avenue, Coronado Downloadable Campus Map PDF» |
| Invitation | open to all men and women, typically 55 years of age and older |
| Purpose | fellowship guest speakers and special topics |
| Food Service | some catered dinners, some potlucks |
| Cost | annual dues $5/person catered dinners no more than $10/person |
| Contact | Bob and Helon Oder (619) 435-3937 Peg Luedtke (619) 435-6344 |
Every Sunday
Building momentum since 2006, this friendly multi-generational, mixed-gender group offers Bible study, discussion, and prayer in the homey surroundings of the Kirk House parlor.
Summer 2010 study includes Charles W. Colson’s Loving God, a classic that covers the cost of being a Christian, how to love God, and how to love others as God commands.
| Schedule | Su 9:00–10:00am Jan–Dec |
|---|---|
| Location | Kirk House parlor 959 C Avenue, Coronado Downloadable Campus Map PDF» |
| Invitation | open to men and women in the community 20 years of age and older |
| Purpose | time spent equally among fellowship, Old and New Testament Bible study, discussion, and prayer intercession |
| Food Service | complimentary coffee |
| Contact | Email Brian
Bernados (619) 559–8999 or (619) 429–0159 |
Every Sunday
A comfortable environment that students themselves help to arrange, Sunday AM offers both middle school and high school students a collective co-ed opportunity to hang out, build friendships, support one another, worship their own way with their own music, and grow stronger in their faith. Attitude and dress casual.
At 10:00am, members often visit Coffee Connection to pick up a light snack before attending the 10:30am blended worship service in the sanctuary with adult family members.
| Schedule | Sundays 9:00–10:00am year round |
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| Location | Center for Christian Education, Youth Room 949 C Avenue, Coronado Downloadable Campus Map PDF» |
| Invitation | open to youth in the community grades 7–12, ages 12–18 |
| Purpose | fellowship, entry-level Bible study prayer, and musical worship |
| Format | youth-director delivered sermon fellowship among youth Youth Band performance group songs of praise |
| Group Size | averages about 40 |
| Cost | free-will offering |
| Contact |
(619) 435-6860 x 13 |
Every Tuesday
The Graham Memorial Presbyterian Church youth ministry mission is to share the good news of Jesus and to teach Coronado youth to follow Christ and share Christian faith with others. Vibrant and growing, our Big Five youth group offers middle school students an ever-evolving event schedule that keeps pace with the quick-change interests of its members.
Big Five also offers leadership opportunities to qualified high school juniors and seniors. These junior staff positions require an application and training to prepare the leaders for helping to share the love of Christ with members of Big Five.
| Schedule | Tuesdays 5:00–6:30pm Sep–May Tuesdays 5:00–6:15pm Jun–Aug |
|---|---|
| Location | Center for Christian Education, Youth Room 949 C Avenue, Coronado Downloadable Campus Map PDF» |
| Invitation | open to youth in the community middle school grades 7–8, ages 12–14 |
| Purpose | fellowship, prayer, and entry-level biblical study |
| Group Size | averages around 30 |
| Refreshments | sit-down dinner in Parish Hall |
| Cost | no admission fee |
| Contact |
(619) 435-6860 x 13 |
Every Tuesday
"Then he said to them all: 'If anyone would come after me, he must deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me.'" Luke 9:23 (NIV)
Attempting to follow the words of Luke, Crosswalk harnesses the high energy level of senior high school students to power growing relationships with Jesus Christ in safe and friendly environments where students feel free to connect with their friends, influence their peers positively, serve the community, and experience the reward of personal ministry.
| Schedule | Tuesdays 7:00–8:30pm year round |
|---|---|
| Location | Center for Christian Education, Youth Room 949 C Avenue, Coronado Downloadable Campus Map PDF» |
| Invitation | open to youth in the community senior high school grades 9–12, ages 14–18 |
| Purpose | community service, contests, games, prayer, Scripture lessons, worship bands |
| Group Size | averages around 30 |
| Refreshments | snack |
| Contact |
(619) 435-6860 x 13 |
Every Friday
It’s a guy thing. Once a week, men meet over coffee and bagels to explore God’s Word and, occasionally, solve world problems as Pastor David facilitates the often-rousing discussion. At the session’s end, the men pray for one another, seeking to be men of integrity and holding one another accountable during the next week. From wise guys to wise men in a flash of 90 minutes. A great opportunity for male bonding and an all-around good time of fellowship.
| Schedule | Fridays 6:30–8:00am year round |
|---|---|
| Location | Graham Memorial Presbyterian Church Parish Hall 975 C Avenue, Coronado Downloadable Campus Map PDF» |
| Invitation | open to the community, men 20 years of age and older |
| Purpose | fellowship Old Testament exploration prayer |
| Refreshments | complimentary bagels, coffee |
| Contact | The Reverend Dr. David H. McElrath, Pastor Email or (619) 435–6860 |