Invitation to all Members (Including New Members) :  We invite you to join us.    This is a wonderful way to meet and get to know the people you see Sunday mornings.

 Who May Join:  This invitation is for members and non-members, couples or singles (singles do not need to find a partner).  

How are groups formed?  Members are randomly put into groups of eight. 

 When do groups meet?  There are two sessions: Spring Session (January through April) and Fall Session (September through December).  Each group meets monthly (i.e. four times); the time and place is determined by the members of that group.  The last of April we will have a final party which includs everyone who has been in Dinner for Eight during the last Fall and Spring session.

 Who does the hosting?   Each couple or two singles host the dinner once.  The host provides the main course and beverages.  Other members bring appetizers, salads, desserts or other food as determined within that group.  In some cases a group might choose to meet at a restaurant, each paying for their own dinner.  Or, a couple may host a picnic, possibly meeting at the host’s home or at church for dessert.  Some groups choose to do a lunch.  It is flexible. 

 How do you join?   Sign up on the “Sign-Up Sheet” located on the table in the Narthex, or        

                                 Contact Nedra Thomason, coordinator of Dinner For 8, by:   

                                         e-mail (nedrathomason@comcast.net ) or phone (869-4425)             

Sign-up dates:            First three weeks of December for Spring Session (Jan – Apr)

First three weeks of August for Fall Session (Sept – Dec) 

Questions: Call Nedra Thomason (869-4425) or Sandy Schwartz (818-9792) or e-mail nedrathomason@comcast.net or sandyschwartz@wbhsi.net . 

Unable to commit for four months?   Another option is to be a substitute.  Just let me know which session you are interested in substituting.  In the event that a regular group member is unable to attend you will be called. 

We hope you will join us!!!

Calling all people with acting, musial , magical or comic ability?  Do you have some kind of talent to share?  Our youth will be hosting our 2009 Talent Show on Sunday, Mar. 29^th which will be held in our sanctuary from 2 – 4 pm.   Aside from the amazing acts that supporters will see, they will be served and treated to wonderful, delicious dessert from our youth.  This fundraiser will help support the youth summer service project.  Tickets will be $8.00 and go on sale soon.  Contact Rev. Matt Colby to add your act.

Howdy, partners!  Don your best western or pioneer duds.  Both worship services will present the message, “Theology of the Western.”  After the services (around 12:15 pm), our celebration continues with a delicious BBQ, and potluck luncheon. 

                                        Last names: 

                                        A – R  side dishes (salads, beans, casserole, vegetables or fruit)

                                        S – Z  desserts

Great food, fellowship, live country western music, and for the little ones a cactus shootout and old fashion fishin’ hole. 

Please, join us and invite a friend!

Start preparing for Christmas with this event on Sun. Nov 30th.  At noon, we begin the celebration with a simple fellowship meal of soups and chili.  For the children we will also have a mac and cheese choice as well.  Following the meal we will gather for caroling and some special music prepared by Bill Bellah.  Sue Hedrick and Nancy Yob will teach us the meaning of Chrismons and lead us in making them to decorate the last sanctuary tree.  We hope you will join us!

Don your Sherlock Holmes cap and get out your magnifying glass to solve the case of “The Reading Of Aunt Louise’s Will.”  Several relatives have been invited to dinner for the reading of the will.  Many in this eccentric family hope to gain, but have much to lose if Aunt Louise hasn’t been generous to them.  Please, mark your calendars for this fun evening which will be hosted by our youth group to help fundraise for their summer Mexico Service Project.  Tickets will go on sale soon!  Don’t miss it.

Vista’s newcomer’s group, called Genesis, will gather on March 22nd to enjoy lunch at the Gallery at Dove Mountain.  We’ll come together at 12 Noon for food , fun and fellowship at this well-known restaurant in a beautiful mountain setting.  All who are new to the Vista community within the past year are welcome!  Please call Joanne Thomas at 825-3017 to reserve your spot!  We’d like to have your reservation by March 19th!

Our youth will present a delicious and appetizing breakfast for our Sunrise Service crowd and any early risers on Easter morning.  The youth will be serving right after the service is over until 8:30 am that morning.  All proceeds will help support the youth in their summer Mexico Mission Project in which they will build a house for a needy family.

Vista’s brand new social group, Genesis, enjoyed a great lunch at Poca Cosa recently.  Genesis is for folks who have been at Vista for less than a year, who would like to get acquainted with other newcomers.  Members met at the church and carpooled to this noted downtown restaurant, which is famous for its Mexico City style cuisine.  The lunch proved to be quite an adventure for two reasons.  First, Poca Cosa had moved, providing everyone an opportunity to hunt for the new location, ala a road rally.  Second, the huge portions of delicious food defeated even the most hearty eaters, with several carrying home extras for “the dog.” 

Genesis will meet monthly, helping newcomers to integrate into the Vista family.  Planned events include dining out, backyard barbeques and more!  For more information on Genesis, contact Joanne Thomas, jmthomas62@gmail.com

Concert program includes songs, rituals, folk stories and games with dance movements that have been carefully researched and recreated in performance. 

Don’t miss this delightful of entertainment presented by Russian children ages 5-15.  The “Golden Gates” group was created in 1993.  The group’s name is symbolic. Through the traditional Russian songs, we open our hearts, souls and  knowledge of our heritage like a “golden gate.”  Since 1993 The “Golden Gates” group has taken part in many different cultural events, folk festivals and concerts in Russia as well as across Europe.

Awards from many competitions given to “Golden Gates” recognize the group as the one of the most talented, exceptional and traditional representations of the Russian folk culture by children.

We will be gathering at Lindsey G.’s house for pizza and snacks.  Bring board games and even game systems.  We will be preparing our gifts for our adopted grandparents, playing games…oh yes, and even watching the game.  Ends when you need to go or when the game ends.