Pebble Hill Interfaith Church

Oct. 11 Celebration Celebrating Indigenous People’s Day with Rev. Jeanne Elodie Also, Dave Perkins’ letter of appreciation to Rev. Dave DiPasquale for his selfless service to Rick Browne in Rick’s declining days. Indigenous People’s Day arose out of opposition of Native Americans to Columbus Day, who opened the door to centuries of European aggression that brutally crushed the native people of North and South America and their diverse cultures. Columbus Day was made a fede...ral holiday in 1934. By 1977 opposition had strengthened so that Native Americans participating in the United Nations International Conference on Discrimination against Indigenous Populations in the Americas proposed that Indigenous Peoples’ Day replace Columbus Day. They asked that the holiday acknowledge that Native people are the first inhabitants of the Americas, and encourage Americans to rethink the history we’ve taken for granted since grade school. The idea has gathered steam in recent years as many states and municipalities make the switch. Currently, there are over 600 Native Nations in the United States, and 6.8 million Americans identify as Native American. That’s about 2% of the country’s total population. Leo Killsback, a professor of American Indian Studies at Arizona State University, said, Columbus Day is not just a holiday, it represents the violent history of colonization in the Western hemisphere. In 1990, South Dakota became the first state to rename Columbus Day. Berkeley, Calif., became the first city to make the change in 1992, the 500th anniversary of the arrival of Columbus. And in 2015, an estimated 6,000 Native people and their supporters gathered at Randall’s Island, N.Y., to recognize the survival of the Indigenous peoples of the Western Hemisphere. In 2019, Washington, D.C. passed a resolution to change Columbus Day to Indigenous Peoples’ Day. Please join Celebration from your computer, tablet or smartphone. https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/456430893 You can also dial in using your phone. United States: +1 (646) 749-3122 Access Code: 456-430-893 New to GoToMeeting? Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts: https://global.gotomeeting.com/install/456430893

September 27th Celebration Announcements Community Conversation. Rev. Larry Hall will lead. We miss you; let’s catch up! Whatever is on people’s minds. If you don’t have any ideas, we can talk about how you’re managing with the pandemic: your isolation from your friends and family members, your fears, support, stories, pets. We can talk about returning to the Red Barn for Celebrations, Church goals, nominations for seats on council, and our support for Black Lives Matter.... Why not call a couple of Pebble friends and help them get on Gotomeeting so they can join us online? Celebration starts at 10:30 a.m. We are continuing virtual celebrations but we are allowing people to enter the Celebration space to watch the presentation on their phones, tablets or laptops or possibly the big screen TV. Please wear masks, use hand sanitizer, and social distance. The windows will be opened and the ceiling exhaust fan will be turned on to draw in fresh air. We will limit the number inside to 25. Windows need to be closed after Celebration. Please join Celebration from your computer, tablet or smartphone. https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/456430893 You can also dial in using your phone. United States: +1 (646) 749-3122 Access Code: 456-430-893 New to GoToMeeting? Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts: https://global.gotomeeting.com/install/456430893 See more

Pebble Hill Sunday Celebration on Rosh Hashanah Sept. 20th at 10:30 A.M. Pebble Hill Church High Holy Day Celebration Rosh Hashanah Return Again to the Land of Your Soul Presented by Gary Schoenberg, Resident Rabbinic... Featuring Special Guest Janet Berkowitz Resident Rabbinica Gary Schoenberg, our resident Pebble Hill Rabbinic, will be our presenter where he will offer us a taste of the experience of the Jewish High Holy Day Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, one of Judaism’s holiest days. Rosh Hashanah, meaning head of the year or first of the year, begins on the new moon on the first day of Tishrei, the seventh month of the Hebrew calendar, which falls during September or October. Rosh Hashanah commemorates the creation of the world according to Jewish tradition and marks the beginning of the Days of Awe, a 10-day period of introspection and repentance that culminates in the Yom Kippur holiday, also known as the Day of Atonement. Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur are the two High Holy Days in the Jewish religion. Observant Jews consider Rosh Hashanah and the days surrounding it a time for prayer, good deeds, reflecting on past mistakes and making amends with others. Gary will share about the Jewish tradition of Rosh Hashanah with chants, songs, inspiring messages, and an opportunity for inner self reflection. Janet Berkowitz will present will share her own perspective of the Jewish Holy Day and the impact of the themes of forgiveness, self reflection, getting in right relationship with God and others. This will be an interactive Celebration where you will be invited to take walk down the path along this journey with Gary and Janet towards greater awakening and deeper connection with source as we Return to the land of your soul. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=INFdaCTq2qk Come join and share and be part of the Celebration. We start at 10:30 a.m. The zoom call link is below: https://mkpusa.zoom.us/j/9084705499 Meeting ID: 908 470 5499 One tap mobile +12532158782,,9084705499# US (Tacoma) +16699006833,,9084705499# US (San Jose) Dial by your location +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) +1 646 876 9923 US (New York) +1 301 715 8592 US (Germantown) +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) Meeting ID: 908 470 5499

Tom James Memorial This Sunday, 9-20-20 at 2:00pm at Pebble Hill Church Outside Bring some food/drink/snacks to share afterwards. Questions? Bring memorabilia and/or some stories to honor Tom’s life. A song . a poem, a picGive me a call 215-345-0977 If you are available to assist with the technology to broadcast the memorial service virtually, please contact me.... Sincerely, Rev. David DiPasquale His Obituary: https://www.fluehr.com/obituary-detail.php

September 13th Celebration Rev. Gary Culp Presents! https://www.pebblehillchurch.org... Pebble’s beloved former minister and beloved wife, Jennifer, reside on rustic Vashion Island near Seattle in the summer and at Saulita on Mexico’s Pacific Riveria during the winter, but sometime every year he returns to lead a celebration with his special brand of wisdom and humor. Except this year, he can be here without the hassle of traveling since our celebration will be virtual via the Internet! So, even if you hate the technology, you’ll tune in because you love Gary, right? Celebration starts at 10:30 a.m. We are continuing virtual celebrations but we are allowing people to enter the Celebration space to watch the presentation on their phones, tablets or laptops or possibly the big screen TV. Please wear masks, use hand sanitizer, and social distance. The windows will be opened and the ceiling exhaust fan will be turned on to draw in fresh air. We will limit the number inside to 25. Please join Celebration from your computer, tablet or smartphone. https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/456430893 You can also dial in using your phone. United States: +1 (646) 749-3122 Access Code: 456-430-893 New to GoToMeeting? Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts: https://global.gotomeeting.com/install/456430893

September 13th Celebration Rev. Gary Culp Presents! Pebble’s beloved former minister and beloved wife, Jennifer, reside on rustic Vashion Island near Seattle in the summer and at Saulita on Mexico’s Pacific Riveria during the winter, but sometime every year he returns to lead a celebration with his special brand of wisdom and humor. Except this year, he can be here without the hassle of traveling since our celebration will be virtual via the Internet! So, even if you ...hate the technology, you’ll tune in because you love Gary, right? Celebration starts at 10:30 a.m. We are continuing virtual celebrations but we are allowing people to enter the Celebration space to watch the presentation on their phones, tablets or laptops or possibly the big screen TV. Please wear masks, use hand sanitizer, and social distance. The windows will be opened and the ceiling exhaust fan will be turned on to draw in fresh air. We will limit the number inside to 25. Please join Celebration from your computer, tablet or smartphone. https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/456430893 You can also dial in using your phone. United States: +1 (646) 749-3122 Access Code: 456-430-893 New to GoToMeeting? Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts: https://global.gotomeeting.com/install/456430893 See more

Pebble Hill Church Presents the 36th Annual Peace Award to Barbara Atkinson Article in the Bucks County Herald

Sunday Celebration: Signs & Miracles. Sunday, August 30th Rev. Larry Hall will lead. Let’s talk about miracles and share our stories. Contact Rev. Larry Hall if you’ve got something really special you would like to share. 267-374-5673 or [email protected] Celebration starts at 10:30 a.m. We are continuing virtual celebrations.... Please join Celebration from your computer, tablet or smartphone. https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/456430893 You can also dial in using your phone. United States: +1 (646) 749-3122 Access Code: 456-430-893 New to GoToMeeting? Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts: https://global.gotomeeting.com/install/456430893 See more

We invite you to the Land of Iz (sister city of Oz), where the suffering go! Join the Wizard, Dorothy, and cast as they explore suicidal ideation and bullying with love and humor. TWO ONLINE ZOOM SHOWINGS AUGUST 26TH 7:00P - 9:00P EST AUGUST 30TH 3:00P - 5:00P EST Join Zoom Meeting... https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85244120165 Meeting ID: 852 4412 0165 Passcode: 708311 One tap mobile +13126266799,,85244120165#,,,,,,0#,,708311# US (Chicago) +19292056099,,85244120165#,,,,,,0#,,708311# US (New York) Dial by your location +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 929 205 6099 US (New York) +1 301 715 8592 US (Germantown) +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) Meeting ID: 852 4412 0165 Passcode: 708311 Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/keJYZCwx89 https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85244120165 Zoom No.: 852 4412 0165 Password: 708311 ‘The Wizard of Iz tastefully deals with the anguish of suicidal feelings in a way that is both whimsical and uplifting. The show changes one’s perspective on the issue and inspires hope in all who see it. Sandi Kola, Partial Care Associate Program Director, Delaware House, Willingboro, NJ It made me laugh, cry, feel validated, and reflect on my life. Lynne Blecher, Community Liaison, CSPNJ [email protected] A Whimsical Theater Experience About Suicide & Bullying Prevention on Zoom See Our Facebook page entitled: The Wizard of Iz: Interactive Theater About Suicide and Bullying Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85244120165 Meeting ID: 852 4412 0165 Passcode: 708311 One tap mobile +13126266799,,85244120165#,,,,,,0#,,708311# US (Chicago) +19292056099,,85244120165#,,,,,,0#,,708311# US (New York) Dial by your location +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 929 205 6099 US (New York) +1 301 715 8592 US (Germantown) +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) Meeting ID: 852 4412 0165 Passcode: 708311 Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/keJYZCwx89

Peace Sunday! Rev. Rosalind Cauffman will lead The recipient of this year’s Harold and Alma Able Peace Awarda member of the Pebble communitywill be announced! Since we will probably not be meeting in person, the drawing for the Peace Dove will be postponed till that wonderful day when we are all together once more in the good old Red Barn. This celebration reminds us of Pebble’s peace journey and the importance of working for peace, within and without, every day of our life...a quest made all the more urgent by the hatred and dysfunction affecting the nation and the world in these troubled times. Celebration starts at 10:30 a.m. We are continuing virtual celebrations. Please join Celebration from your computer, tablet or smartphone. https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/456430893 You can also dial in using your phone. United States: +1 (646) 749-3122 Access Code: 456-430-893 New to GoToMeeting? Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts: https://global.gotomeeting.com/install/456430893 See more

Jennifer Lesher Memorial Service 8-15-20 Rev. Susan Manning is officiating Please feel free to share this invitation, I would be honored for others to join in celebrating my mom's memory. Zoom has a chat feature so that everyone viewing remotely can talk to one another.... Jennifer S. Lesher Celebration of Life Aug 15, 2020 09:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81063901929 Meeting ID: 810 6390 1929 Nathan Lesher [email protected] (610) 568-8535