OUR LIFE AND MINISTRY

Below is information about the life and ministry of San Leandro Community Church--from ongoing activities to our community partnerships. Take a few moments to discover how you can become involved in working, serving, and playing together.

HAPPENING @ SLCC...

Aerobics Classes

Did you know that our very own Darlene Scott offers aerobics classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:00 a.m.? These special classes are designed for those who may need gentle help to become active again - or for those who are older and don't want to work out in a room filled with "perky young things." All are welcome to join these classes and work out in a room filled with "perky and fun-loving phenomenal women." Contact us to check the schedule.

Recycle Batteries!

Have you been wondering what to do with all those used batteries now that we are not supposed to put them in the trash? Why not bring them to church? As part of our church's ever-growing recycle program we are now accepting your old batteries. You will find a container on the table at the back of the sanctuary. Hope this makes your life a little easier.

Used cell phones

We now recycle old cell phones as well. You may drop your cell phones off at the church. In addition to being a lot better for the environment than dropping them in your garbage can, this recycling effort works as a fundraiser for our congregation as well.

Christmas Project Fund

We celebrate Christmas year-round at SLCC. The Council recently established a Christmas Project Fund to collect special gifts throughout the year. These gifts will be used in December to assist families with last minute emergency needs. To contribute designate "Christmas Project Fund" on your offering envelope.

Fair Trade Coffee
Do you like a good cup of coffee? Do you want to make a difference in the world? Why not put your coffee money to work in making a positive impact in the lives of small farm owners in coffee producing countries! San Leandro Community Church now has Beneficio Coffee for sale. For more information on how you can have your coffee and make a difference too, please visit the Beneficio Coffee website.

Beneficio Coffee sells for $7.25 per 12 oz. bag. The choices are All City Roast, French Roast and Decaf in ground or whole beans. Contact the church office for more info.

Food Pantry
We are always in need of items to replenish our food pantry. Especially useful are cans with the new easy open tops. In addition to canned goods we also could use rice and pasta, things children might enjoy such as individual juice boxes, and single serve snacks. Grocery stores often have special 10 for 10 sales, so when you are out doing your own supply run, pick up a little extra for the pantry.

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APRIL SHOWERS...

Travel-Sized Toiletries
Because these items are distributed each shower day, the supply goes quickly. If you'd like to contribute but don't have time to shop, simply designate your check "April Showers" and we'll do the shopping for you. Our red wagon in the sanctuary is the collection area. Click here for more information on April Showers

Disposable Razors

Shaving Cream

Shampoo

Men's Socks

Bag Lunch Preparation

As part of our ongoing partnership with the other members of the Interfaith Homeless Network, we participate in the rotating schedule of volunteers who prepare the bag lunches for distribution during shower days. April Showers regularly provides access to a meal, shower, and clean clothes for 80-100 people on the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Sundays of the month.

Currently we prepare lunches for every fifth Sunday. For our appointed day, we provide both labor and ingredients for making the lunches. We meet on the Saturday before, usually in the afternoon. Its a great time to get together and have some fun while making a difference in our community. For exact times please refer to our online calendar.

If you don't have time on Saturdays, but still want to lend a hand, donations are always welcome to offset the cost of supplies. To designate your funds for this project, simply mark your check "bag lunches" on the memo line.

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COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS...

Our involvement...

Interfaith Homeless Network a partnership with other faith communities to provide a shower, clean clothes, and a meal to a large population of our cities homeless every other Sunday in a program called April Showers.

Ubuntu, Inc. A 501c3 non-profit corporation, Ubuntu, Inc. continues to seek out ways to address the needs of folk in our community.

We also provide office space for the following organizations...

Building Futures with Women and Children : An organization that seeks to end homelessness and domestic violence by providing community education,outreach, housing and supportive services to help women become independent and capable of caring for themselves and their children.

Lavender Seniors of the East Bay : Senior group of Gay and Lesbians

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DENOMINATIONAL PARTNERSHIPS...

American Baptist Church Partnerships

ABC/Rochester Genesee Region

Pacific Coast Baptist Association

American Baptist Church, USA

Baptist Peace Fellowship

Alliance of Baptists

Welcoming and Affirming Baptists

American Baptist Seminary of the West

The Coalition for Baptist Principles