A Closer Look...
In addition to general information,
here are some of our activities for all ages and interests!
YOUTH AND CHILDREN
For all the latest news on our activities for kids and teens, check out our children's and youth program weblog.
In addition to our full Sunday morning program, we provide three weekly programs for our children and youth:
Kid's Kingdom Program for children for grades K-5 meets 4:40 pm to 6:45 pm Wednesdays during the school months.
THE SALT and LIGHT COMPANY
Salt and Light Company (Middle School age) meets 5 to 6:00 pm Sundays, followed by dinner.
Dinner for both Middle School and High School groups from 6:00 to 6:30 pm Sundays
FOC (Fellowship of the Carpenter)
Fellowship of the Carpenter (High School) meets after dinner for fun activities and discussions, 6:30 to 7:30pm Sundays
PASTORAL CARE
In times of crisis, loneliness, grief, difficulty with relationships, unemployment, the stress of a new baby, etc., please call Rev. Shel White and the pastoral staff at 685-4720. They will be delighted to respond.
DEACONS provide care and support throughout the church.
GET A (SOCIAL) LIFE AT ST. ANDREWS!
There is always something fun and interesting happening. The only question is how do you fit it all in?
ALLCOMERS meets monthly for a variety of social activities - from potluck suppers to "Mystery Trips." All ages, families, singles and couples are invited.
SENIOR LUNCH BUNCH meets for lunch and a program. Lunch is provided.
FOURTH FRIDAY FLICK FLACK is potluck dinner at someone's home with lively discussion of a video or current movie.
ANNUAL FAMILY RETREAT provides everything from camping and recreational vehicle to cabins. All age fun, worship, study and great fellowship.
PRESBYTERIAN WOMEN (Naomi Circle) meet monthly. The study program is used by Presbyterian Women's groups. All women of the church are welcome.
SPIRITUAL LIFE
Modern people hunger for the spiritual, to touch the infinite. Join the faith journey at St. Andrew's!
CHRIST CARE GROUPS AND SMALL COVENANT BIBLE STUDY GROUPS gather to pray (no one is forced to pray out loud), study Scripture, share thoughts, ideas and concerns.
SPIRITUAL GROWTH WEEKENDS provide opportunities for adults to get away for study, prayer, worship, and sharing in a beautiful setting.
SERVICE
Be the hands of Christ!
MISSION PROJECTS: Mission work projects allow our members to get their hands dirty cooperating with other churches locally, across the state, and in other nations. Examples include trips abroad to Mexico, to other points in California, and within our local community.
THE WEDNESDAY MORNING CREW provides much necessary maintenance of the church buildings and grounds. Folks meet from 9 am to Noon with the all important doughnut and coffee break at 10:30 am.
FOOD PANTRY AND CLOTHING ROOM at Hillcrest Church. St. Andrew's actively supports this needed ministry with food, clothing and money.
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY is supported by St. Andrew's through our hands-on work building homes and financial giving.
MEALS ON WHEELS is supported by St. Andrew's members in their home delivery of meals.
OTHER PROJECTS supported by our church: Westminster House - ministry to Cal Berkeley students; Rev. Jane Holslag missionary in Germany, Heifer Project, World Impact Shelter Inc, Hospice, Battered Womens' Alternative, Iraq relief, Contra Costa Food Bank.