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THE BETHLEHEM
Hebrew for House of Bread
July 2014
E-Mail: bsacrament@sbcglobal.net
Web site: http:/www.bsacramentchurch.org/

A Monthly Message from our interim priest, Rev. Christopher Potter.
We are, most of us, possessed of joyful, clear memories of the mid-
summer rituals known as The Fourth of July. Family gatherings,
parades, picnics in the park, food cooked over an open flame, patriotic
music and the loud claps of fireworks exploding overhead make up
these rights. This is how Americans celebrate and aspire to such noble
attributes as Freedom, Liberty, and Justice for all! Unfortunately,
we do this only once a year! I for one would love more time with
family, good food and fireworks! My memories extend back to a time
when I was sitting in my mothers lap in a park in Riverside on the
Fourth of July, having her covering my ears to protect me from the
noise of the exploding fireworks. I think I liked then the feeling of being held by my
mother more than the comfort I felt from her hands on my ears.

Flags may still inspire us to salute when unfurled, stand as they pass and perhaps draw a
tear from our eyes as we think of battles, victories or the courageous acts we had done or
had done on our behalf. Much like a civil sacrament (or sacramental), a flag represents much
more than the fabric, the colors or design contained on them. Few can look at the Flag of
the United States and see only three colors, 50 stars and 13 stripes. This combination
automatically engenders in us strong feelings and nostalgia; the physical nature of the flag
is probably the last thing on our minds. The most that the flag represents is the country in
which we live and the benefits we receive from living in it.

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As citizens of the United States, we have much gratitude for the blessings we receive here.
We guard jealously the benefits of freedom, liberty and justice and live well under their
blankets. We are shocked when people disregard, dishonor or attempt to erode these gifts
and wish for the full weight of the law to fall on them. We may become complacent with the
value of these blessings, but we never shrink from a fight if we are required to protect them.

All that being said, how does the relationship we have with our country relate to our
commitment as followers of Christ? News articles and the talking heads on television
frequently proclaim the Christian Principles upon which this country was founded, but this is
rather figurative. After all, Christian Principles would have to include feeding the hungry,
healing the sick, welcoming the marginalized, housing the homeless, and providing for the
poor. Though some of these receive honorable mention in the founding documents of this
country, they do not describe our patriotic objectives.

Instead of being a source of compassion, the value of our citizenship has decayed a bit
becoming an instrument that seeks to mark us as separate or superior to others. The flag
our patriotism can be used as a weapon when it denies the same rights to someone
marginalized because of circumstances or status. As a nation, we wrestle with these
exclusions in courts and in the legislature. As Christians, I believe we have no choice.

Our greater objective, our deeper citizenship rests in heaven. As children of the Almighty,
our kinship extends beyond geographic boundaries and outside political connections. The call
of Jesus is to consider the plight of all brothers and sisters, extending to everyone the
benefits of our common membership in the Kingdom of God. The command to feed the hungry
does not end at the Mexican or Canadian borders, but goes to all corners of the earth. The
cry for justice is not silenced at political boundaries, but falls on our ears with all the force
of exploding fireworks!

This neither denigrates nor subjugates the beauty and blessings of our nation nor of our
citizenship as Americans. In fact, without the protections promised in the Constitution, we
would be hampered from pursuing the very values that Jesus commands of us. However, when
the flag distracts us from our larger membership in Gods family or when patriotism is used
to marginalize people, we stand far short of full membership in Gods Kingdom.

Our approach to Eucharist leads us to discover so much more in simple elements once offered
on the altar. In bread and wine, we see far more than our eyes alone tell us. We find there
the food of heaven, the sacrifice that reconciles us to the Father and the very definition of
who we are! This carries us far beyond citizenship in a country or allegiance to political
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It is the bounden duty and service of the people of this parish,
being part of the one, holy, Catholic, and apostolic Church,
to worship God as he has revealed himself in Jesus Christ, to become saints,
and to make disciples of all people.

constructs. It propels us upward to see beyond boundaries and nationality. The Body of
Christ gives us eyes to see brothers and sisters from all over the world struggling to live
plainly in the Kingdom of God. Once beholding their need, we shall find nothing to stop us
from welcoming them, feeding them and sheltering them in the loving arms of God who loves
us all.

Happy Fourth of July.

Better still, remember: we are very members incorporate in the mystical body of thy Son,
the blessed company of all faithful people; and are also heirs, through hope, of thy
everlasting kingdom.


Peace to you.

Christopher+
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Outreach Committee News

In July we will be accepting donations for Seeds of Hope through
Episcopal Relief & Development. Giving envelopes will be available at
Sunday Services.

In August we will be collecting school supplies for needy children in our
local area. Suggestions will be posted in future Sunday Bulletins and the next Bethlehem.


Ongoing Ministries

Thanks also to those who faithfully bring in cancelled postage stamps for the Sisters of the
Community of St. Marys in Greenwich, NY and the greeting cards and Campbells Soup
labels for St. Judes Ranch for Children in Boulder City, Nevada.
As usual anyone having any questions on these ministries, or even have other suggestions or
ideas regarding any of our Outreach Projects may contact us at:

Ned Bergert at 714-501-3858--- Nhbergert@gmail.com ,
or Marion Hetherington at 714-528-9907--- CSSquared@SBCGlobal.net .

Please, also remember, Every Sunday A Can a Week to Feed Gods Sheep.
(Please use the green bags provided by Outreach for transporting your donations.)
Month Theme Thought for the Month
July Freedom
For you were called to freedom, brethren; only do not
turn your freedom into opportunity for the flesh, but
through love serve one another.
Galatians 5:13
August Learning
Given instruction to a wise man, and he will still be wiser,
teach a righteous man, and he will increase his learning.
Proverbs9:9
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Parish Life
We set the table and they gathered for
Tea.Twenty eight ladies of our parish came
together at the end of May to enjoy an English Tea, prayer-
time led by Fr. Christopher, warm fellowship and to make
plans for future gatherings. It proved to be a very fruitful
event enjoyed by all and the next gathering is planned for
Saturday, August 2nd from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m.
The Ukulele Club gathers at the
Rectory on Sundays at 12:30 p.m.
All ages are
invited to join.
For more
information
talk with
Ashley
Romero.
Parish Monthly Bon Fires
We are planning on having parish bonfires
on the 3rd Saturday of every month.
The next one is on July 19th.
PLEASE NOTE: Beginning in June the
Vestry meeting will be held on the third
Wednesday of the month beginning at
7:00 p.m.
A CALL FOR USHERS
Please consider being a Sunday Usher. It is a
wonderful way to greet newcomers and also
meet each of your church family individually.
Training is provided. Please contact Coren
Kittredge if you are interested.
HELP WANTED
Please consider being a volunteer to
help out at our VBS July 711. We
need help in the following areas:-
Preparation of snacks
The Market Place
Drama Leaders
Arts and Crafts
Contact Patty in the church office if you can
be a part of this fun event.
SAVE THE DATE
OUR ANNUAL YOUTH BEACH DAY IS COMING!
Saturday, July 12th, beginning at Noon
Any questions: Contact Steve Classen: 714-
321-3419 or email him at:sclasse@pacbell.net
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Welcome to the Wilderness, where youll join Moses as he and the Israelites escape Egypt and
travel to parts unknowntrusting God all the while!

This adventure begins on
Monday, July 7
th
at 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and ends on Friday, July 11
th


With songs, games, dramas, and the market place, we will learn the many trials Moses endured
while leading Gods chosen people out of the land of Egypt.

To secure your childs spot for this journey, please register at VBS@BSCPlacentia.com or by
calling 714-528-2995. Include in your e-mail your name and contact information, your childs
(childrens) name(s) and grade level.

If you are an adult or teen that would like to volunteer, please also provide the above
information and respond to the same e-mail.

This is a FREE VBS and is opened to all. Donations are welcomed, of course.
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL AT BLESSED SACRAMENT
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Do you love sunshine and fresh morning air? Bright flowers and shady moss, holly and hedges?
Then you are indeed qualified and most certainly well suited to join the Blessed Sacrament
Gardening Guild. Starting on July 26 we will meet at 8:00 a.m. on the first and last Saturdays
of the month. Because the season is hot, we will finish up and cool off at 9:00 a.m. with
Morning Prayer in the church. By 9:15 you will be on your way or can join us in the parish hall
for coffee and juice or smoothies. (Maybe even an occasional breakfast?)
Every corner adjacent to the church now has garden areas that need
regular loving attention. You need not worry if you are missing the
proverbial green thumb; there are loads of tasks for anyone, young to
old. Bring the kids or grandchildren and help them learn the love of
nurturing Gods creation. We were made in a garden, after all!
All ages are invited to join! Even if you have trouble bending or
kneeling there is much that can be done while only standing-just
remember to wear comfy shoes and bring sunscreen and a hat. By
volunteering your time to help make our gardens even more beautiful,
you will be blessed as you delight in the fruitfulness of Gods
creation, prayer and fellowship.

On Gardening Guild Saturday mornings we will:

Water flower beds and trees
Pull occasional weeds (we dont get many in dry summer/fall)
Clean cobwebs off holly and juniper bushes
Hoe around our ancient holly and camellia bushes and add plant food
Plant begonias in church front beds and add succulents and bulbs to our shade garden
Trim rose bushes, prune lantana, vines and other fast growing plants
Clip and shape herbs and lavender
And plenty more gentle garden work, including serenity time for thinking, praying, and
fellowship

Our schedule for the next three months is as follows:-

July 26 August 2 and 30 September 6 and 27

We hope to grow our Gardening Guild. Feel free to show up for one or two or all of the
scheduled days. For more information, contact the Church Office or Devin and Sandy Fryling
at thefrylings@sbcglobal.net with your questions. See you in the garden!
Angelina Gardens Corner
By Sandy Fryling
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1 Dennis Deovlet, birthday
Justy Dalbey, birthday
2 Joan La Crotte, birthday
Ty and Laurie McGee, 20
th
wedding anniversary
3 Laurie McGee, birthday

4 Andrew McGee, 11
th
birthday
Billie Keith, birthday
Brian and Ashley Nick, 11
th
wedding anniversary
7 Steve and Dorothy Cunningham, wedding anniversary
8 Robert and Patty Bell, 25
th
wedding anniversary
10 Brian Nick, birthday
14 Teri and Gary Niebuhr, 35
th
wedding anniversary
16 Joi Weaver, birthday
17 Anthony Bell, 16
th
birthday
Mckerah Pittle, 13
th
birthday
18 Lisa Rowley, birthday
21 Bruce and Katherine Weber, 41
st
wedding anniversary
23 Pasha Koch, 19
th
birthday
24

Mark Hetherington, birthday
George Parrott, birthday
26 Dorothy Cunningham, birthday
28 Nick and Justy Dalbey, 2
nd
wedding anniversary
29 Joshua Lee, birthday
30 Penny Hansen, birthday
Melissa Quijada, birthday
31 Rose Reyes, birthday
Will and Lisa Rowley, 21
st
wedding anniversary

JULY BIRTHDAYS
AND

ANNIVERSARIES
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Back by popular demand . . . new and improved . . . Thursday afternoon fun and
fellowship for girls.
All ladies age 8 to 108 are welcome, so get your calendar out and plan to join us every Thursday
this summer. We especially encourage all teens and tweens to attend - give your Mom a
break, or bring her with you! Events begin at 2:00 p.m. at Blessed Sacrament, unless
otherwise specified. Most activities will finish between 4:00 and 4:30 p.m. When the
activities takes us "off-campus" carpooling can be arranged, so invite your friends.

Check each July schedule for specific instructions on what to bring. Bring $5/person to help
cover costs.

To help ensure that we have a reasonable headcount and plenty of supplies, kindly email
thefrylings@sbcglobal.net or text Sandy Fryling (714) 402-2929 that you plan to
attend. Even though it will help in planning, no RSVP is necessary, so PLEASE come even if you
forget to email ahead.
July 3 - FOURTH OF JULY PIE,TARTS, and COBBLER. Bring $5 to cover food, a cookie
sheet and pie pan for each person. Learn to make homemade pies, tarts and cobblers and take
one home for the holiday!
July 10 - OUT TO LUNCH - Leave Blessed Sacrament Church directly after VBS and
share a family style Asian lunch with all your friends! Be sure to bring $5 - you may want more
for drinks and a tip.
July 17 - MOVIE DAY at the Brea 5 Plaza Theater, located at Associated Rd and Imperial
Hwy. Be at the church at 2:00 p.m. if you need to carpool, or meet at 2:15 p.m. at the
Starbucks in the Theater plaza. We will walk to the theater at showtime (approx. 2:40
p.m.) Movie tickets cost $3/person, but bring more for popcorn or Starbucks.
July 24 - POOL or WATER PLAY - Swim at a local family pool or have water play (including
sprinkler volleyball) at the church - whichever can be arranged - plus a "how to" for Christmas
cookies/candy in July! If it is really hot, we may just have to watch "White Christmas" to keep
our cool.
July 31 - BOWLING - Great way to stay "cool" with your friends on a hot summer
afternoon. Bring $5 to cover shoes and lane costs.

*GUYS - While this is for girls only, we know you boys are ready to play too. If you are
interested in planning activities for the boys please contact.... thefrylings@sbcglobal.net or
the Church office.
Summer Thursdays for Girls at BSac*
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NEXT BETHLEHEM DEADLINE
Tuesday, July 22, 2014

FR. CHRISTOPHER POTTER, INTERIM PRIEST
JEFF GREEN, SENIOR WARDEN
BRIAN NICK, JUNIOR WARDEN
PATTY BELL, OFFICE MANAGER
MARION & THEO HETHERINGTON, EDITORS
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THE BETHLEHEM
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