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Congregational Care Team
Congregational Care Team members continue their visits and caring contacts. Team members are Carolyn Cockrell, Reba Herder, Nancy Sassaman, and Karen Weed. The care team is part of this congregation’s long-standing commitment to nonclergy visitation.
In addition to the congregational care team, every other Sunday mornings, “Faith Partners” are available to listen and pray with persons before, after and during the morning worship service. Current Faith Partners are: Reba Herder, Linda Himes, Lisa Stamatis, Mary Kay Ogden, Debra Jahnke, Beth Snowden-Ifft, Carolyn Cockrell.
Commission Updates
Friends of Sabeel North America Ceasefire Vigil
The Peace and Justice Commission invites the congregation to stand vigil for a FOSNA (Friends of Sabeel North America) ceasefire the first and third Wednesday of the month at 8:00 a.m. at the corner of Foothill Boulevard and Indian Hill Boulevard.
Signs are provided. For questions, contact Philip Hofer at hoferp4@gmail.com
Location: Foothill Boulevard and Indian Hill Boulevard
Ages: All
Day/Time: Wednesday, February 4 & 18, 2026 | 8:00 a.m.- 8:30 a.m.
Spiritual Life-Nametags
You are invited to help build our community by wearing a nametag during and after church. Find the supplies you need to make a re-usable nametag at the Welcome Table in the lobby. You can take it home with you, or leave it at the Welcome Table to pick up next time. If you forget to bring it, make a temporary sticker tag at the Welcome Table. What else can you find at the Welcome Table? A list of upcoming events. A place to hand in forms. A place to sign up to volunteer. Come check it out!
Pledge Envelopes 2026
Pledge envelopes will be available at the Welcome Table all year long. Please stop by to pick some up at your convenience.
Save-the-Date
Caregivers’ Connection
Caregivers Connection is a space for caregivers to gather for continued support, conversation, and shared understanding. We will meet at 2:00 p.m. in the Fireside Room; time will be given for updates and check‑ins. Sessions are limited to 90 minutes to aid those who need to schedule respite care to participate. This session will not have a zoom option.
Location: Fireside Room
Who: Caregivers’
Date / Times: Saturday, February 7, 2026 | 2:00 p.m.
Heart & Harmony: The Church of the Brethren Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal at Hillcrest
Greetings all! After a short break we regrouped following our very successful Christmas performances. New member, Edna Duke, had her first rehearsal with us!
Speaking of rehearsals, the choir’s upcoming Hillcrest performance, Heart & Harmony: The Church of the Brethren Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal at Hillcrest is a public rehearsal beginning at 7 o’clock on February 12th in the Hillcrest Meeting House. Come see how we prepare for Sunday anthems and for our upcoming Carmina Burana concert. Click on the link below to RSVP!
Location: Hillcrest Meeting House
2705 Mountain View Dr, La Verne, CA 91750
Ages: All
Day/Time: Thursday, February 12, 2026 | 7:00 p.m.
The office is closed on Monday, February 16th in observance of Presidents Day.
Winter Camp at Camp La Verne
Junior and senior winter camp is just around the corner… February 14, 15th and 16th! We all deserve some winter mountain playtime! Winter camp is open for registration right now and we’re excited to see you on the mountain. With fingers crossed for snow Camp La Verne can’t wait to give your kids fun filled days, full of hot chocolate, games, and unforgettable memories.
For more information click the link below.
Location: Camp La Verne
Who: Juniors & Seniors
Date / Times: Saturday, February 14, 15, 16
Camp La Verne 2026 Annual Banquet
Save The Date for the 57th Annual Camp La Verne Banquet & Fundraiser in the LVCOB dining hall at 5:00 p.m., Saturday, May 9th! Enjoy a Delicious Dinner…Camp Sing-Along‘s…Friend of Camp Award…Year In Review Slideshow…And of course our Silent and Live Fundraising Auction!
Come help us celebrate our 102nd year and let’s help some kids get to camp!
For more information click on the link below.
Location: Camp La Verne
Who: All are Welcome
Date / Times: Saturday, May 9, 2026
Child Disaster Services
Child Disaster Services will hold a volunteer workshop at La Verne Church of the Brethren on March 13th & 14th from Saturday 8:30 a.m. through Sunday 9:30 a.m. CDS provides respite, education and individualized consultation for parents about their child’s unique emotional needs after a disaster.
Through consultation or workshops specifically tailored to each situation. CDS also works with parents, community agencies, schools or others to help them understand and meet the special needs of children during or after a disaster.
The program is in need of more volunteers. You need to be at least 18 years or older. A background check is required. For more information about the training go to the link below. For in-person information see Kathy Benson in the Narthex after worship or by telephone: (Cell) 909.618.8550 (Land)909.593.4868
Location: La Verne Church of the Brethren
Who: Volunteers 18 or older
Date / Times: Saturday, May 13 – May 14 / Saturday 8:30 a.m. – Sunday 9:30 a.m.