URC Weekly 8/8/10: Pismo Beach Camping!



Hi Gang,

This pic was from Santa Cruz in ’08, and amazingly, every single one of you look bad (that’s why I’m behind the camera, ahaha; I remember when this pic was uploaded on facebook, Carolyn commented that John looked gross, John shot back that Carolyn looked dirty, someone’s kissing Hyunjoo and she’s clearly not interested, and Wilson and Grace are a piece of work…).  Ahhh, maybe it’s because we suffered in Santa Cruz.  Last year we had it nice in Yosemite, and this year, we’ll relax on the beaches of Pismo.  After a summer of devoted service and a constant pouring into the lives of the VBS kids, Hualapai tribe, and our Youth, y’all get a well-deserved getaway.  Let’s just get away from everything else, except the Lord and each other:

1) MORe XI: Last week we experienced a glimpse of heaven, as we encountered God’s presence with one another in the deepest of prayer, exalted His holy name in unbridled praise, and experienced the fellowship of the Holy Spirit among all of our churches.  It’s important to remember that that is normal, the way it should be, not the empty life of constant preoccupation, eyes fixed on electronic screens, and weak spiritual lives.  Let’s raise our standard of faith, and seek the Lord with passion.

Thank you again to all who ministered to our Youth.  I’m so proud of you, and I see, even more than before, the potential you have to advance the kingdom of God when you give your all to Him.  Don’t hold back, and let nothing get in your way!

2) UPLOADED PICS: So grateful for Samlene (greatest married photographer combo ever), along with Garnet (aka, “The Professional”), and Hyunjoo (aka, “The Apprentice”)!  See our “Photos” section for uploaded pics of Hualapai Missions, MORe XI, Lina’s 3rd Birthday, and Union’s 30th Birthday/Rev. Lee’s Retirement Celebration.

3) COMMUNITY GROUP: THIS FRIDAY @ 7 PM @ SANG’S (1907 Delta Ave., Rosemead, 91770).  The Professor will lead a study on how to share the Gospel with Muslims, and we’ll feast together, as usual.  If y’all wanna swim before/after, bring a towel.  HYUNJOO is our newly designated drink girl for all time.

4) MORe GATHERING: THIS SATURDAY @ 5 PM @ SUNG LIM PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (970 North Virgil Avenue, Los Angeles, 90029).  PROFESSOR, please let me know if this is NOT the correct address and time.  Otherwise, come with appetites for food and fellowship!

5) PISMO BEACH CAMPING: THIS SUNDAY TO NEXT WEDNESDAY (8/15-18).  Here’s what you need to know:

CAMPGROUND: Pismo State Beach, Northern Division, Oceano Campground

DEPARTURE/ARRIVAL: We’ll leave Sunday @ 1 PM and return Wednesday afternoon.  It takes about 4 hours to get there.

FACILITIES: Comfort Station, Fire Rings, Fishing, Hiking Trails, Restrooms, Showers, Water Sports

WEATHER: The forecast shows sunny, with highs of 65 and lows of 52

DRIVERS: Sang (7 total people), Sam (2 people, gear in church van), Grace (4+3 kids), Sarah (4), James (4), Cruz (4).  Please be ready to drive if called upon.

CAMPERS: Sang, Grace, Grace’s Mom (Han-Soo, Joon-Soo, Yun-Soo), Sarah Kwon, Ula, Michelle Won, Audrey, Jacob, David, Wilson, Sam, James Kim, Cruz

POSSIBLE: James Harty, Angela (Ayden), Jane (Dylan, Madeleine), Chris, Daniel (Dylan’s uncle), Garnet?

POSSIBLE PEOPLE: PLEASE LET ME KNOW TODAY IF YOU ARE GOING!

GROUP SUPPLIES (“The keys to camping are the right people and right equipment.” – Sang Lee):

SANG: Tent (4-man), gas grill, cooler

WILSON: 2 tent (5-man, 4-man), cooler, 2 propane lanterns (WILSON IS THE KEY!)

DAVID: Gas grill, cooler, 1-2 propane lanterns

AUSTIN: 2 tents (4-man, 3-man)

JAMES HARTY: 1 tent for family, electric lantern

JANE: Gas grill, cooler

HYONROH: Gas grill

JACOB: Soccer ball, football, volleyball net/balls, flag football gear, board/card games from church

IF ANYONE ELSE HAS TENTS OR ANY OF THE ABOVE EQUIPMENT, OR IF ABOVE PEOPLE HAVE MORE STUFF, PLEASE LET ME KNOW ASAP

PERSONAL SUPPLIES (1 bag of stuff + 1 sleeping bag + 1 backpack, or we’ll charge you, like @ the airport!): Bible, 1 large water bottles (Nalgene-type 1-liter), sleeping bag, lantern, flashlight/batteries, clothes for hot and cold weather, appropriate shoes (hiking/athletic as well as comfy shoes/sandals), sunblock, toiletries, swim suit, towel, girl products, medications you normally use

COST: $40 TO WON BY THIS SUNDAY!!!  (Discounted from $59 per person=$14 per person for campsite, $40 food, $5 supplies).  Bring a little extra for fast food on the way there and back, and please try to help out with gas with whoever you’re driving with.  $40 TO WON BY THIS SUNDAY!!!

ACTIVITIES: Swimming, short hikes, sports on the beach, bonfires, board/card games, kayaking (BRING $25 for 3-hours for one day; $50 for two days), ATV (BRING $60 for 2 hours on one day).  IF YOU WANT TO GO KAYAKING OR ATV (OR BOTH) FOR SURE, EMAIL/TEXT ME ASAP.  I’m planning to reserve kayaks, but not sure about ATV’s (depends on the number).  If I don’t reserve ATV’s, you can still go on your own if available.

ANYTHING I’M FORGETTING?  Send word!

SCRIPTURE READING/OFFERING: Garnet Kim

DEVOTIONS: Jeremiah 34-39: Perhaps when the people of Judah hear about every disaster I plan to inflict on them, each of them will turn from his wicked way; then I will forgive their wickedness and their sin.” (36:3)

Remember that glimpse of heaven, and remember that anything less is not normal.  See you this weekend!