Church guide

Very good article mentioning Danielle Palomino and other emerging Native Women leading in the PCUSA.

Danielle Palomino, Elder of CIF, is one of the women who are "playing increasingly pivotal roles at every level in the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). From moderators to heads of agencies, from stated clerks at the middle governing body level to synod and presbytery executives and pastors, women are at the forefront. And not to be excluded from this wave of women leadership are Native American women." https://www.presbyterianmission.org/story/native-american-women-are-emerging-leaders-in-the-presbyterian-church-u-s-a/?utm_source=ActiveCampaign&utm_medium=email&utm_content=Presbyterian+Church+USA+Daily+News&utm_campaign=Daily+News+%7C+August+26+2019&fbclid=IwAR3s1BexCy2EA293RlSz9dGsWDR5JQX0ckxHqTRbRbd0w292PPuvjKSSTEI

Since there will be no Church on Sunday at Indian Fellowship, the congregation is warmly invited to worship with First Presbyterian Church of Puyallup, led by Rev. Sue Watkins. Pastor Irvin and Anne-Cecile will be there. Worship is at 10 AM. 412 W Pioneer, Puyallup.

The Puyallup tribe has closed all facilities until Monday, August 19th. This is a precaution due to some rumors of violence in the community. Because of this, there will not be any services at CIF on Sunday. Any questions may be directed to Pastor Irvin Porter 253.740.7180.

This Sunday August 18th, we are invited at the picnic of the Community Presbyterian Church of Buckley!

Thank you to everyone who was able to be at the Church today as we prepared for Vacation Bible School: Athens - Paul's Dangerous Journey to Share the Truth. Looks great - Downstairs and Upstairs. Final preparations Sunday afternoon and we begin on Monday at 10 AM.

Tomorrow Saturday August 10th, all hands on deck to prepare the Church for VBS! Meeting time at 10 AM.

"Elona Street-Stewart, synod executive of the Synod of Lakes and Prairies, offered acknowledgement that “this place where we’re meeting was the homeland for many indigenous tribes,” who lived on the bounty of the tidelands and wooded areas, and who “sang the first song here.” Today, “we are still here,” Street-Stewart said. “We are not white, we are not Western, we are not seen, we are not immigrants, we are not Hollywood actors, we are not sports mascots. … We are still here. And our story is not finished.” Elona, the first Native woman to be synod executive in the PC(USA) is a long time friend of Church of the Indian Fellowship. A couple of weeks ago, she was one of the 60 women and keynote speaker of the Native Women conference that our church hosted.

CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS: Vacation Bible School informational meeting after church on Sunday, July 21st in the Fellowship Hall.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL - CHURCH OF THE INDIAN FELLOWSHIP 2019 August 12th - 16th 10 AM TO 12:30 PM daily. Transportation available (253) 740-7180.

Upcoming activity for 6th-12th grade youth.

CHURCH OF THE INDIAN FELLOWSHIP - CLEANUP DAY #2. We are not quite done with cleaning of the church in preparation to host our guests, The Native American Presbyterian Women's Conference. We are asking for volunteers to help complete the cleaning on Saturday, July 6th beginning at 9:00 AM continuing until we get done. Thanks!

CHURCH OF THE INDIAN FELLOWSHIP: Saturday, June 29th, 9:30 AM to 3 PM. We need your help. Please join us at the church beginning at 9:30 AM as we clean our church in preparation for hosting the Native American Presbyterian Women's Conference members in July. Please bring a dish or items to share for our potluck luncheon at 12 PM. The more helpers we have the quicker the work can be done.

TOWARD A RIGHT RELATIONSHIP WITH NATIVE PEOPLES - BLANKET EXERCISE: Saturday June 22nd - 1pm to 3pm; Peace Evangelical Lutheran Church; 2106 S Cushman Ave.; Tacoma. The “Blanket Exercise” is an interactive learning experience that explains the Indigenous rights history rarely taught in our schools. Presented by Rev. Irvin Porter, Church of the Indian Fellowship and Native American Intercultural Congregational Support - Presbyterian Church, USA. All are invited to attend.

CHURCH OF THE INDIAN FELLOWSHIP: Crafting Session - Saturday, June 15th 12:30 PM to 4 PM.

This morning, we sang happy birthday to our talented pianist, Jorge Olmos, who plays this song all year long when one of us celebrate a birthday or anniversary! Jorge also teaches piano and can play for ceremonies and special occasions.

CHURCH OF THE INDIAN FELLOWSHIP - June 9th, Pentecost Sunday. In celebration of Pentecost, the birth of the Christian Church, please wear red. Adult Talking Circle begins at 10 AM. Worship begins at 11 AM. Youth Talking Circle is also at 11 AM. All are welcome!

REMINDER Indian Taco & Enchilada Sale tomorrow Friday May 31st at the Church! 11-1:30

CHURCH OF THE INDIAN FELLOWSHIP: Craft Session, Saturday, May 25th at 12:30 PM. Bring your lunch and fellowship as we create crafts which we will sell as fundraisers for the church. All are welcome.

Indian Taco Sale at Church of the Indian Fellowship on Friday May 31st! Keep the date!

Listening to the inner heart of things, animals and even our own heart...