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FIRST NEWSLETTER OF 2024

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Sat, 30 Dec 2023 21:17:26 GMT

THE JANUARY "THE ADVENTURE" IS NOW ONLINE

Our newest newsletter issue is now available for reading online. Printed copies will be available soon early next week. Please click HERE to access the newsletter.

DECEMBER NEWSLETTER ONLINE

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Thu, 30 Nov 2023 19:48:22 GMT

DECEMBER "ADVENTURE" ISSUE

The December issue of our newsletter, The Adventure, is a whooping 32 pages long! Lots of articles, photos, events announcememnts that you do not want to miss! Go HERE to read it online or download it to your device.

NOVEMBER NEWSLETTER

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Tue, 31 Oct 2023 16:20:27 GMT

Check out all the exciting articles in the November Newsletter!

The November Newsletter issue is now available to view! Click HERE to read it online or download it to your device.

PET BLESSING WORSHIP BULLETIN

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Mon, 02 Oct 2023 18:44:26 GMT

LINK TO THE BUULETIN FOR THE OUTDOOR PET BLESSING SERVICE

Click HERE to view the bulletin for the October 1 pet blessing worship service

OCTOBER NEWSLETTER

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Thu, 28 Sep 2023 20:09:17 GMT

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OCTOBER NEWSLETTER

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Thu, 28 Sep 2023 20:04:26 GMT

Check inside October's Newsletter for new and exciting articles!

Enjoy all the news in October's Newsletter!

SEPTEMBER NEWSLETTER

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Sat, 02 Sep 2023 04:19:10 GMT

SEPTEMBER NEWSLETTER AVAILABLE ONLINE

The September issue of our monthly newsletter is now available online and will be available in print after Labor Day. Click HERE to access it.

AUGUST NEWSLETTER ONLINE

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Wed, 02 Aug 2023 23:52:20 GMT

AUGUST NEWSLETTER ISSUE ONLINE

Click HERE to read the August issue of Advent's newsletter, The Adventure.

THE JULY NEWSLETTER IS OUT

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Sun, 02 Jul 2023 04:01:55 GMT

THE JULY ISSUE OF ADVENT'S NEWSLETTER IS NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE

To read online or download the newsletter, please click HERE .

JULY IS MENTAL WELLNESS MONTH AT ADVENT

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Sat, 01 Jul 2023 19:39:27 GMT

ALL 5 SUNDAYS IN JULY ARE DEVOTED TO MENTAL WELLNESS

Join us on all 5 Sundays in July to explore the connection between our Christian calling and mental wellness!

Invite family, friends, and neighbors interested in the topic! Join us on Sundays at 9:30 AM in person for worship or online on our Facebook page .

JUNE NEWSLETTER ONLINE

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Fri, 02 Jun 2023 20:16:39 GMT

JUNE ADVENTURE PUBLISHED ONLINE

The June issue of our newsletter, The Adventure, is now available online and in-print at church. Click HERE to read it and/or download.

2023 ANNUAL REPORT PUBLISHED

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Sat, 27 May 2023 19:34:16 GMT

Check Out All That We Have Accomplished This Past Year ... Together

In time for our 2023 Annual Congregational meeting, the 2023 Annual Report is now available. Read it here online, download it to your device, or pick up a printer version at church.

GAME DAY MAY 21st

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Thu, 04 May 2023 06:17:32 GMT

Linda Hultman Game Day Now Scheduled for May 21st

People of all ages - all who love to play games - join us on Sunday, May 21, 2 through 4 PM. Spend time together. Stay active. Have fun!

MAY NEWSLETTER ISSUE

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Tue, 02 May 2023 18:47:19 GMT

Check out the May Issue of the Newsletter!

"CARL'S BRAIN"

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Thu, 27 Apr 2023 05:53:19 GMT

Ways to Wellness Presents: "Carl's Brain"

Hear about Pr. Carl Hoppman's insights from participating in a nationwide study on brain health. Learn what you can do to help YOUR brain flourish.

On April 30 after worship ... in Advent's Fellowship Hall.

MOTHER-DAUGHTER TEA

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Fri, 21 Apr 2023 06:21:02 GMT

Mother - Daughter - Granddaughter Tea

Enjoy tea and dainty sandwiches, served using Jenny Stern's lovely cups and teapots. The topic this year will "Wellness"

NEW FALL PREVENTION CLASS

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Sun, 09 Apr 2023 06:09:02 GMT

New Dignity Health "A Matter of Balance" Class Begins on May 3rd

This is the 4th time that Dignity Health is teaching the popular fall prevention program at Advent. Join us for this FREE 8-week class (May 3 through June 21), taught on Wednesday afternoons (1-3 PM). Contact the Advent church office for more information.

APRIL NEWSLETTER IS PUBLISHED !

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Thu, 30 Mar 2023 17:16:49 GMT

The April Newsletter is now Online!

Don't miss this month's newsletter with its many interesting articles! Thank you to all to contributed to it!

PICK UP YOUR SHEEP !

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Mon, 20 Mar 2023 06:03:27 GMT

Pick up Your Wooden Sheep, Decorate, and Return by April 2

Decorate your sheep in a way that represents you, your gifts, and passions, or your struggles!

DOMINOES ON MARCH 18

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Thu, 16 Mar 2023 05:59:24 GMT

Join Us for Fun and Fellowship - this Saturday, March 18

Saturday at 6 PM in the Fellowship Hall; bring a simple dish to share.

MARCH NEWSLETTER

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Wed, 01 Mar 2023 17:40:20 GMT

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"WAYS TO PRAY" STARTS

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Wed, 01 Mar 2023 06:43:58 GMT

"WAYS TO PRAY" PRAYER PRACTICE

In a relaxed setting, we will explore different ways to pray, using our sense. No materials required.

When: Wednesdays, 2-3 PM, March 1-29

Where: Advent Fellowship Hall

Please kindly arrive in time, as to not interrupt the group.

MARCH 2023 NEWSLETTER

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Wed, 01 Mar 2023 06:29:32 GMT

THE MARCH 2023 NEWSLETTER IS PUBLISHED ONLINE!

To read the newest newsletter and articles, click HERE !

ADVENT DURING THE PANDEMIC

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Thu, 23 Feb 2023 15:51:25 GMT

VIDEO "ADVENT DURING THE PANDEMIC 2020-2022"

This Sunday marks not only the beginning of Lent but also the third anniversary of Advent's first online-only worship service. Three years ago, we stopped holding in-person worship services and three long months of worship-in-place began, with Pastor Gabi's dining room serving as our chapel. Three years ago, we were forced to learn new ways of being the church and continuing our ministries in unprecedented ways. Some of our new practices thankfully have gone away, but others are here to stay (communion practices, offering, live streaming, etc.). During the worship service, a video helped us remember some of the milestones and memorable moments of the past three years. CLICK HERE to watch the video.

"GOOD GRIEF" CLASS

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Fri, 17 Feb 2023 15:42:41 GMT

"GOOD GRIEF" CLASS STARTS

A reminder that the "Good Grief" class facilitated by Nancy King will start this Sunday after worship (and will continue through Palm Sunday). It is not too late to join the class. Please bring your book(s) to church and be ready to go the Fellowship Hall after coffee hour. Bring a brown bag lunch, if you like.

STEWARDS OF GOD'S LOVE

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Wed, 08 Feb 2023 22:49:35 GMT

The Advent Community at Work in the World

Take a look at how many other organizations and ministries outside of Advent the members of our community are supporting through their time, talents, and treasures! Thank you for everything you do so generously!

UC DAVIS MINI MEDICAL SCHOOL

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Wed, 08 Feb 2023 22:41:19 GMT

FREE Webinars on 4 Saturdays in February (9:00 - 11:30am)

Do you want to learn about healthy aging ... from home?

The UC Davis Mini Medical School is now in its 21st year and is now being offered on Zoom.

Each Saturday in February (9:00 - 11:30 am), three different presentations are offered with bio breaks in-between.

Classes are FREE and open to everyone.

Zoom link: https://ucdavishealth.zoom.us/j/93414501578...

FEBRUARY NEWSLETTER PUBLISHED

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Thu, 02 Feb 2023 22:06:43 GMT

The very pink February "THE ADVENTURE" is now available online

To access the newsletter issue, please click HERE .

JANUARY NEWSLETTER PUBLISHED

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Wed, 04 Jan 2023 21:17:11 GMT

FEBRUARY NEWSLETTER

Please enjoy all the wonderful collages and articles in our February Newsletter!

CHRISTMAS EVE

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Tue, 20 Dec 2022 17:39:15 GMT

CHRISTMAS EVE CANDLELIGHT SERVICES - 2 PM, 6 PM, 10 PM

You are warmly invited to attend one of our three rChristmas Eve services on Saturday, December 24:

2 pm - Candlelight Service, daylight hours
6 pm - Candlelight Service, with Sanctuary Choir singing
10 pm - Candlelight Service, with Holy Communion celebrated

We hope to share our hope of the birth of Jesus with you that night!

WATCH ST. OLAF CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Tue, 20 Dec 2022 17:34:23 GMT

ST. OLAF CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL TO BE SCREENED IN THE ADVENT SANCTUARY

On Wednesday, December 21, you will have the opportunity to attend a screening of the edited version of his year's St. Olaf Christmas Festival, recorded this year at the Minnesota Orchestra Hall in Minneapolis, MN. Hot chocolate will be provided to make the event a little cozier.

ELCA PRESIDING BISHOP READ CHRISTMAS STORY

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Tue, 20 Dec 2022 17:25:32 GMT

LISTEN TO THE REV. ELIZABETH EATON AS SHE READS FROM LUKE 2

Click HERE to view the video recording.

DECEMBER NEWSLETTER

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Thu, 01 Dec 2022 20:57:38 GMT

Read the Latest Newsletter Issue Online

Click HERE for the December 2022 issue of The Adventure.

December 4 Events

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Thu, 01 Dec 2022 05:30:00 GMT

Quarterly Congregational Conversation

Stay after worship to learn about a planned road project and about the "Ways to Wellness" ministry that is in its planning stage.

Holiday Schedule

Sun, 27 Nov 2022 05:15:00 GMT

2022 Holiday Schedule

You might want to mark your calendars for the many worship and fellowship events coming up in December at Advent.

November Newsletter Published

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Wed, 23 Nov 2022 05:23:38 GMT

Latest Advent Newsletter Issue now Available

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Women of Advent Christmas Tea

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 05:12:47 GMT

"Joy to the World" - This Year's Theme for our Christmas Tea

A reminder to pick a country from Pat Johnson's list in preparation for our Christmas Tea (December 3, 1-3 pm). Learn something about Christmas in other parts of the world and share with your friends an interesting detail or two.

Sponsor a Poinsettia ... or Two

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Wed, 23 Nov 2022 05:02:43 GMT

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Please consider sponsoring a poinsettia for our three Christmas Eve worship services. Questions? Contact Lanny Johanek.

October Newsletter Published

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Fri, 30 Sep 2022 19:38:47 GMT

Stay in touch ! Check out the latest issue of Advent's monthly newsletter !

The October issue has lots of information about the food closet, its history, and future plans. There also are 10 pages of photos from the many events in September. To read the October issue online, click HERE .

Pet Blessing

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Thu, 29 Sep 2022 23:08:57 GMT

Sunday, October 2, during Outdoor Worship Service

We give thanks for our relationship with God's critters. We invite you this year again to join us for outdoor worship with your furry, feathers, or scaly friend on their leash, in the crate, cage, or tank. Keep them with you during worship and bring them forward to be for a special blessing.

SEPTEMBER NEWSLETTER

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Mon, 22 Aug 2022 23:19:57 GMT

The September issue of "The Adventure" is now available online !

Due to Pastor Gabi's vacation, the September newsletter is finished early, at least online. This month again, there are lots of articles, helpful information, photos, and games in it. Thank you, Naomi, for an excellent issue!

To download the issue, please CLICK HERE !

Church Directory Corrections?

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Sat, 13 Aug 2022 19:55:12 GMT

Please check your information in our church directory for accuracy

We are updating our church directory. Please check the print-out of the draft and sign off on your own entry. Thanks.

Pastor Gabi's Vacation

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Sat, 13 Aug 2022 19:23:25 GMT

Monday, August 22 - Monday September 5

Please call Patt at the church office if you are in need of help during Pastor Gabi's vacation.

A special thank you to Carl Hoppman for preaching and celebrating the sacrament of Holy Communion on August 28.

On September 4, Pastor Carl will again preside at Holy COmmunion, but the sermon will be given by Charbel Zgheib, our synod's newest mission developer, who serves in the Arden-Arcade area among Arab-speaking and Afghani neighbors. Please welcome him warmly into your midst!

Advent's New Office Manager!

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Sat, 13 Aug 2022 19:02:10 GMT

PLEASE WELCOME OUT NEW OFFICE MANAGER - PATT KREGELO

The Advent Personnel Committee and Church Council happily announce that God has led them to our new Office Manager, Patt Kregelo. Patt's background, skills, and personality match what we were looking for. Not only has she the necessary software and accounting skills, but she has the kind of welcoming attitude that would make her a great first impression of who we are as a congregation.

Patt's first day in our church office will be Thursday, August 18. During the remainder of August, she will be there 9am - 1pm. From September 6 on, she will be working 30 hours per week.

Make sure to stop by the office, introduce yourself to Patt, and make her feel welcome at he rnew place of work.

ADVENT @ SUNDAY FUNDAY

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Sat, 13 Aug 2022 18:36:34 GMT

Outreach Event: Advent Booth at Sunday Funday Family Fun Fair

Sign up for 1/2 hour volunteer shifts to staff our craft activities booth at Citrus Heights' upcoming Sunday Funday event. This large family fair will also celebrate Citrus Heights' 25th anniversary of cityhood. Kids and their families will be invited to paint rocks and shells.

Explore the lively fair after or before your volunteer shift.

When: September 25, 2022, 11am - 4pm

Where: Rusch Park, Citrus Heights

For more information, please contact Karyl Cimini

Barbeque on September 11

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Fri, 12 Aug 2022 23:14:40 GMT

Join Us at Tempo Park after Worship

Bring a side dish and/or dessert to share. Bring outdoor games.

Upcoming Concert

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Fri, 12 Aug 2022 07:00:01 GMT

Jamal's Family Performance - in Support of Nargis' Education - Baroque to Modern

Come and listen to beautiful music performed by Advents organist, Jamal Karamatov, and his daughters Betty and Nargis. The proceeds of the concert will support Nargis' college studies. September 17 at 3pm in the Advent Sanctuary. For more information, talk to Advent's Music Director, Dave Wammer.

Yarn Fair Coming to Advent

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Thu, 11 Aug 2022 19:06:09 GMT

Attention all crocheters, knitters, spinners, weavers, and those interested in the fiber arts!

Advent will be hosting a yarn fair in the Fellowship Hall on Saturday, September 10th from 12 noon to 4:00pm. There will be a live auction, silent auction, and a marketplace with a fine assortment of alpacas, cashmeres, cottons, linens, mohairs, and wools. Admission is free with a donation to the Sunrise Christian Food Ministry of unexpired nonperishable foods.

For more information, please contact Pat Johnson.

Advent's Second Pastor Will Preach on September 25

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Wed, 10 Aug 2022 18:47:14 GMT

Celebrating 60 Years of Ordained Ministry by Preaching at his First Congregation

The Rev. Dr. Herbert E. Anderson served as pastor at Advent shortly after being ordained (1962-1966). While being at Advent, he and his wife, the Rev., Phyllis B. Anderson, got married and lived in the small house on top of our hill. This year, Pastor Anderson is celebrating his 60th ordination anniversary ... and he is doing so by preaching at each of the places where he served as pastor.

For both of them, this was the beginning of a long and illustrious career in theological education, which for Phyllis eventually culminated in her serving for eight years at the President of Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary (2005-2013).

A potluck reception in Advent's Fellowship Hall will follow the worship service!

Please welcome Herb and Phyllis to Advent on September 25th!

HART Spaghetti Fest

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Thu, 04 Aug 2022 01:45:00 GMT

Buy Your Ticket(s) - Support the Work of Citrus Heights HART

Spaghetti Fest Scheduled for September 23, 2022 from 5:30pm

Citrus Heights Community Center

6300 Fountain Square Drive

Tickets are $25 in advance, $30 at the Door

Purchase tickets online at www.eventbrite.com

NEW ADVENT PHONE APP

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Fri, 29 Jul 2022 18:14:27 GMT

ESSENTIAL CHURCH INFORMATION AVAILABLE AT YOUR FINGERTIPS ON THE GO

Download the app to your iPhone or Android phone by clicking on this link: https://www.jotform.com/app/222091914756863

INSTRUCTIONS:

- take out your phone

- locate this FB entry

- click on the link above

- select "ADD TO HOME SCREEN"

- click "ADD"

- all done!

August Newsletter Published!

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Thu, 28 Jul 2022 18:05:08 GMT

36 Pages of Reflection, Information, and Fun

Our monthly newsletter is now available online for reading and/or downloading to your device. CLICK HERE to download it. Printed black & white copies will be available on Sunday in church.

Lavender Courtyard, Sacramento

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Thu, 28 Jul 2022 01:16:27 GMT

LSS NorCal's Newest Project

We have heard a lot lately at Advent about the work of Lutheran Social Services (LSS). The bold mission of LSS NorCal is to end homelessness for good. The organization seeks to do this by providing safe, stable housing for individuals and families of all ages and backgrounds who have experienced homelessness throughout Northern California. LSS provides compassionate, caring, nonsectarian services that assist individuals in getting their lives back on track. This article was occasioned by the recent opening of a innovative project LSS NorCal is involved with - Lavender Courtyard in Sacramento.

Why Should We Support the Work of LSS?

The reasons for homelessness are varied and often complex: unemployment, chronic illness, lack of education, generational or long-term poverty, mental illness, substance use, lack of affordable housing and surviving a disaster, such as the wildfires that have devastated large regions of Northern California. This is why it can take months, even years, to regain one’s confidence and dignity after becoming homeless, even for a short time.

LSS of Northern California is part of the solution to end homelessness in our region. The organization currently assists nearly 4,000 individuals – from birth to 102 years old – in staying safely housed while they address the reasons for their past homelessness. This means 4,000 fewer people are not living on the streets or in shelters and are not forced to use expensive emergency services.

What specifically does LSS do?

LSS guides individuals in rebuilding their lives after they have experienced homelessness. They serve formerly homeless adults, seniors, former foster youth and families living in seven Northern California counties. First they ensure that each person entrusted to our care has a safe place to call home, then they connect them with relevant services, such as health care, food, counseling, financial management, transportation, childcare, and education. LSS partners with many nonprofits, community colleges and universities throughout its large service region, which stretches from San Luis Obispo to Oregon.

How will this make a difference?

Safe, stable housing is an important aspect of one’s health. That’s why LSS considers stable housing the blueprint for success. Having a place to call home makes it easier for a formerly homeless individual or family to focus on other aspects of their life. Many people the organization serves also need assistance in navigating the bureaucracies of our healthcare and social services organizations, so they assist each person in accessing the care and support needed to get their life on track.

How is LSS different from other charities?

LSS of Northern California is not a homeless shelter. The organization seeks to be part of the critical next step when a person or family leaves a shelter or temporary housing program. On average, year over year, 97% of those served by LSS remain in stable housing, even if they leave the program.

Accomplishments

Thanks to the organization’s strong management and client outcomes, LSS has grown to oversee 30 supportive housing programs that assist nearly 4,000 individuals and families in Contra Costa, San Francisco, San Joaquin, Sacramento, Solano, Shasta, and Yolo counties. LSS encourages innovative development of services, including collaboration with property management companies, childcare providers, in-home therapy providers, and other organizations providing important services.

How Donations are Used

The adults and youth in LSS programs have little or nothing in the way of personal belongings when the organizations begins its work with them. Funding that LSS receives from state, county and federal sources support staffing and housing, but no equipment or items to furnish the efficiency apartments in which LSS’s clients live. Your donations make a difference by helping to purchase essential household items and furnishings, as well as clothing.

Items LSS Accepts

Cars
Clothes
Trucks & Vans
Dining tables and chairs, side chairs, lamps, end tables
Bed frames and headboards (twin, double or queen only; must fit in a small apartment
No mattresses
New or very gently used linens, kitchen utensils, cookware, dishes
Unused cleaning and laundry supplies
Bus or BART passes, taxi or ride sharing vouchers

Lavender Courtyard

The latest project LSS has taken on is to provide case management services for 24 residents who will be living at the new Lavender Courtyard affordable housing project in the Midtown neighborhood of Sacramento, at the corner of 16th and F Streets, smack in the middle of the Lavender Heights neighborhood.

Lavender Courtyard offers affordable 1 and 2 bedroom apartments serving seniors age 62 and over. It includes a spacious community room, onsite laundry facilities, bike storage, and welcoming outdoor courtyard with a relaxing fountain. Construction began October 2020 finished May 2022. Residents started moving into the apartments in May, and organizers say there is already a waitlist.

LGBTQ Senior Housing

Lavender Courtyard is the Central Valley’s first LGBTQ-welcoming affordable senior housing community. Studies have shown that throughout American society, LGBTQ elders have suffered discrimination and abuse, as well as social isolation, when the circumstances of their lives force them into senior living communities. Oftentimes they are forced to (again) hide their sexual orientation when moving into assisted living residences or nursing homes, despite having been the vanguard generation of the international pride movement.

LSS @ Lavender Courtyard

Lavender Courtyard was conceived by a local non-profit housing developer, Mutual Housing. For over 30 years, Mutual Housing has been developing sustainable housing solutions for low-income renters in the Sacramento Area and beyond. As it typically does, the organization lobbied for the project, acquired the building site, and secured funds form federal, state, county, and city agencies and private foundations.

in partnership with Sacramento County, 24 of Lavender Courtyards 53 units are reserved for seniors coming out of homelessness. The organization that provides case management services for those 24 units is LSS.

Unique Circumstances

Having lived on the streets, in their cars, in tents, in temporary situations for so long, most of them are bringing little more than the clothes on their backs into their new apartments.

LSS is working diligently to fulfill each of these new resident’s basic needs: a new bed, bedding, a new chair and table, towels, cooking and eating utensils, and more. A wish list with items that LSS could use is available on Amazon at https://smile.amazon.com/hz/charitylist/ls/1ISVPEBYUPF7W/ref=smi_cl_ls_lol_ls

Jessie Wagster

One of the first residents whom LSS helped to move into her new apartment was Jessie Wagster. Now 65, Jessie had came out as a transgender woman at the age of 55. Before moving into her apartment at Lavender Courtyard, Jessie was living in her car. For the past five years, Jessie had to hide who she really was. While living in her car, she even gave away all her women’s clothing to feel safe.

The day Jessie proudly showed her new apartment to a KCRA reporter, she rejoiced, “I get to be me all the time. 24/7 I get to be myself. … I feel very safe. They've made it affordable to people like myself coming off the street, to have a sense of normalcy again. For Jessie, that sense of normalcy involves paying $289 per month for her apartment, wearing clothes that express her gender identity, and getting to know her new neighbors. With the help of LSS, Jessie was able to buy clothes, furnish her apartment, and acquire essential household items.

Will you be able to help others like Jessie to move into new housing and rebuild their life?

2022 Best of Citrus Heights

advent@morabeyondmarketing.com (Nancy King) — Sun, 10 Jul 2022 06:23:47 GMT

Advent Named Best Church or House of Worship in Chamber of Commerce Contest

What does Advent have in common with Golden 1 Credit Union, Bauer's Car Wash, Citrus Heights HART, and El Tapatio Restaurant?

Like them, we have recently been voted #1 in our category of business.

We take this vote as an expression of the community's support for our ministry in Citrus Heights and neighboring areas.

This is how we described Advent on the Chamber of Commerce "Best of 2022" website:

"Advent is a welcoming congregation that is engaged in the larger community,
focusing on serving hungry and unhoused neighbors.
We love music, embrace science, and care about inclusivity, dignity, and justice ... a
ll because we believe that God loves us and has called us to serve others in his name."