Church Life News

26 JUNE 2026

THIS WEEK AT CVC

Full details further below.
Friday, June 26
9:02 pm: Sunset

Sabbath, June 27
Communion Sabbath
8:30 am: Library Open (Closes 1pm)
9:45 am: Sabbath School
11:00 am: Worship Service with Mic Henton
12:30 pm: Forks & Friendship (Heartland Hall)
6:00 pm: CANVAS (The Well)
7:00 pm: Vespers (Woodland Acres)
9:02 pm: Sunset

Sunday, June 28
10:00 am: Farmers' Market (CVC Parking Lot)
11:00 am: Oak Park Academy Alumni Potluck (Heartland Hall)
11:30 am: FoodNet (Young Adult Room - ends 12:30pm)

Tuesday, June 30
10:00 am: Scribbles & Splotches (Earliteen Rm)
1:30 pm: Desire of Ages Study (Board Rm)

Wednesday, July 1
12:00 pm: Women's Bible Study (Earliteen Rm)

Friday, July 3
9:01 pm: Sunset

Sabbath, July 4
No Forks & Friendship potluck
8:30 am: Library Open (Closes 1pm)
9:45 am: Sabbath School
11:00 am: Worship Service with Simon Liversidge
9:01 pm: Sunset 

Upcoming Events

  • July 5: High Road Concert
  • July 11: All-Church Potluck 12:30pm, Heartland Hall)
  • July 11: Vespers (7pm, Woodland Acres)
  • July 12: Pool Day & Picnic (10am-12pm, Steinhart Aquatic Ctr)
  • July 18: Summer Sunshine - Care facility visits (2:30 pm, various locations)
  • July 23: Moms Cafe (10am, Riverfront Park Omaha)
  • July 23-Aug 6: CVC/Maranatha Mission Trip to Peru
  • August 13: Moms' Cafe (2pm, Star City Shores)
  • August 30: KS-NE Constituency Meeting at CVC
  • September 14: UAU Acrobat Academy ages 7-18 - Fall Session premieres
  • Nov 9-19: Marriage Retreat Cruise

WORSHIP THIS SABBATH

Speaking this week is Mic Henton, asking "Why is it so hard to follow Jesus?" Communion Sabbath is a weird one. We admit we're all a little screwed up, and then we're surprised when someone else's dirt gets on us. This week we're going to sit with that paradox and ask what it actually looks like to follow Jesus into the mess.

In anticipation of Communion this Sabbath, let's prepare our hearts and minds for this sacred time.
You are invited to attend the Forks and Friendship potluck hosted by Renata Richardson’s team. Visitors, please come as our guests. CVC members, please plan to contribute enough food to feed your family plus six others.

Upcoming potlucks:
July 4 - No potluck over the holiday weekend
July 11 - All Church potluck hosted by Trista Ybarra’s team
July 18 - Forks and Friendship hosted by Gerrie Eddy’s team
July 25 - Forks and Friendship hosted by Terrie Bartzatt’s team

MINISTRY & SMALL GROUPS NEWS

Do you have a ministry you want to promote? 800-1200 people visit CVC Farmers Market every Sunday. Advertise your ministry/event/class at our CVC booth. Schedule one or more Sundays July 5 - October 25. Contact Chuck Peck to reserve the Sunday(s) you want at 269.240.0051!
Church Family Pool Day & Picnic: Join us for a fun-filled summer morning together at the Steinhart Aquatic Center! The pool has been reserved exclusively for College View Church on Sunday, July 12, from 10am–12pm — completely free of charge! After our morning swim, we’ll continue the fellowship with a church family picnic.

Please sign up to bring a side to share at this link here. Bring your towels, sunscreen, lawn chairs, and a friend as we enjoy laughter, connection, and summer fun together. Save the date now — we look forward to this wonderful time of fellowship and community with our church family! For more information, email cecilia.liversidge@collegeviewchurch.org.
We have had a great response to our visiting and singing at a few of the local care facilities this spring. We have been asked to return and will be bringing Summer Sunshine to residents at three facilities on Sabbath, July 18, at 2:30pm. If you would like to play the guitar, sing, or help distribute flowers, please contact Linda Becker at Linda.becker@ucollege.edu
CANVAS meets again this Sabbath at 6pm for its 2nd installment of season 3, "Walking with the Son: Common Table." We will continue to explore what it means to remain in Jesus — living, listening, and moving with Him in community. Come see how God will speak to our community next, and bring a friend. See you there!
Woodland Acres vespers is this Sabbath, June 27 at 7pm! Please join us in listening to a beautiful message as we close out the Sabbath together. Come a little early, bring your supper, and enjoy the cool green and the song birds. Everyone is welcome! (Our next vespers will be on July 11 and every two weeks during the summer.)
Our Breakfast Ministry is looking for friendly faces who enjoy welcoming others, sharing a meal, and helping create a warm and inviting church community. If you love meeting new people, making connections, and serving with a smile, we’d love to have you join the team! Whether you can help regularly or occasionally, your presence can make a meaningful difference. For more information or to get involved, please contact Cecilia Liversidge as soon as possible at 310.699.3521. Together, let’s create a place where everyone feels seen, welcomed, and valued.
The Library won't be open on Tuesday afternoons for (the rest of) June, July, and August. On Sabbaths, stop by to see the NEW books we have from the ABC!

  • A Cross for Maria - "Her husband was dead; her faith was widely mocked; and now they were going take away her child."
  • Miracles Still Happen - "My Cancer Journey" by Karin Edwards
  • Stormy Seas - "Understanding God in the Midst of Life's Tempests"
  • The Traveler - "A Tale of Courage and Ultimate Sacrifice" - Would you sacrifice your life to God's leading?
  • Oysters, Hogs, and the Adventist Story - "Thoughts of a Historian's Unfinished Journey" by George R. Knight
Moms of Summer: Fellowship, Fun & Friendship! Calling all moms - Join us this summer for relaxed, joy-filled outings designed for connection, laughter, and meaningful fellowship. From splash pads to pool days and fun adventures together, this is a wonderful opportunity to build friendships while making sweet summer memories with your little ones. Bring your swimsuit, pack a lunch, and come enjoy time together in community! Whether you can join once or all summer long, we’d love to have you. Questions? Call Cecilia at 310.699.3521.

Upcoming Dates:
July 23 – Riverfront Park (Omaha) at 10am
August 13 – Star City Shores at 2pm
Purity Recovery: Struggling with sexual habits you want to change can feel isolating, but you’re not alone. If you’re looking for a safe, confidential place to find freedom, build healthier patterns, and grow in your faith, we invite you to join our support class. It’s designed for those who want encouragement, accountability, and a path forward grounded in hope. If this sounds like the support you’ve been needing, reach out to Ty Dreamer at 402.480.5401 for details.  And, ladies, if you are struggling with pornography or unwanted sexual behaviors or are in a relationship with someone who is and need support, Holly will also be launching a support group for women called Betrayal & Beyond. Freedom is possible, and we’re here to walk with you.
Adopt-a-Spot is alive and well and we thank all those who have chosen their piece of the church to help keep clean. As we all find our special respective spots in the church, we all gain a new appreciation for what it takes to create a positive first impression for visitors and what can happen to such a big facility when we all work together. Sign up at the Ministry Gallery. Please pick your spot, involve your whole family, and help us keep God's house looking good.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Beginner I Sabbath School collects canned food labels from the brands of Worthington, Loma Linda, and Caroline. All UPC codes from these can products begin with 45561. Only the can labels can be collected (not the frozen packaging labels). We use these labels in our SS program and then turn them in to the food companies for $0.25 per label. We would be GRATEFUL for your participation! Just remove the entire label from your canned foods, place them in a bag and leave them by the Beginner I SS door or at the church office. Thank you!
The Kindergarten-1st Grade classroom collects a special offering and donations to support Ali’s Closet at the Good Neighbor Community Center. Ali’s Closet focuses on the needs of children of all ages. This quarter, we are collecting non-perishable food, especially easy items for kids to fix on their own during the summer. In early July, the GNCC will bring the box truck with a lift to show the class how they pick up and drop off pallets of food. We invite you to join us in sharing God’s love and blessings with our Lincoln neighbors. Food can be dropped off by the office or in the lobby by the west elevator. Thank you from K-1!
Organ restoration update: Forty thousand dollars is needed to fully fund the organ restoration. There is a dollar-to-dollar matching gift for all donations through August. Donate if you can! All size gifts really make a difference. Thank you! Questions? See Keith Riese.
Remember, CVC has an APP! Search "College View Church" on your app store to download it, or, if you need help, text Xylina at 707.299.0575.
TRANSFER IN: (Second Reading)
Alexia Rains from Hispanic SDA Church, Lincoln, NE
Megan Oroko from Pleasant Valley SDA Church, Happy Valley, OR
Charles Oroko from Scottish Mission SDA Church, Crieff, Perthshire UK
                                   
TRANSFER OUT:
Steve & Rebecca Bowman to Allon Chapel, Lincoln, NE
  • Jeanne Nazario
  • Barry Forbes
  • Terry Schwartz
  • Gwenda Carlson
  • Duff Family
On Call: Cameron Fitzgerald. 509.200.5230, cameron.fitzgerald@collegeviewchurch.org
Front Office: 402.486.2880, office@collegeviewchurch.org
Clerk: clerk@collegeviewchurch.org
Lead Pastor: Simon Liversidge. 805.498.2300, simon.liversidge@collegeviewchurch.org 

COMMUNITY NOTES

Union Acrobatic Academy – Now Enrolling! Union Acrobatic Academy offers acrobatics and tumbling classes for ages 7–18 in a fun, encouraging environment for all skill levels. Classes meet Monday through Thursday with multiple start times available.
  • Summer Session: now – July 30
  • Fall Session: September 14 – December 3

Students build strength, flexibility, coordination, and confidence while learning new skills and staying active. Visit uau.edu/acro-academy for class schedules and registration information.
See link above this photo to register.
Special Oak Park Academy Alumni potluck on Sunday, June 28 from 11am - 3pm in the Heartland Hall. All alumni, former faculty, and staff are invited. Bring food to share and enjoy some great fellowship! If you have questions, contact Lindy Jo Quam Markeson at 402.238.8535.
Union Adventist University seeks qualified candidates for:
  • TRIO SSS Life Coach, a full time, non-exempt (hourly) position. The coach is responsible for the achievement of excellent services in coaching, academic advising, academic support skills, and non-academic support tools. See the full job description and apply at uau.edu/employment.
  • Director of Annual Giving: The director leads broad-based fundraising strategies that inspire participation, strengthen donor loyalty, and generate consistent philanthropic support for institutional priorities. See the full job description and apply at uau.edu/employment.
  • Clinical Coordinator in the Physician Assistant Program. This is a full-time opportunity with excellent benefits. The Coordinator assists the Clinical Director in organizing and scheduling clinical rotations for PA students. See the job description and apply at uau.edu/employment.
  • Art and Design Program Director: The Program Director provides effective leadership for and oversees all aspects of the program, including responsibility for communication, program assessment and planning, fiscal management, and faculty evaluation/professional development while carrying a regular teaching load. See the full job description and apply at uau.edu/employment.
  • Business Program Professor: A professor in the Business Program participates as a member of the team preparing professionals for Christian service in the business world by providing a quality, student-oriented education that emphasizes ethics and balances practice and theory. See the full job description and apply at uau.edu/employment.

College View Academy seeks qualified candidates for:
  • Art Teacher: (part-time) art teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. Responsibilities: Provide instruction for high school Art 1 and Art 2 (meeting twice weekly) and middle school art classes (three sections meeting once weekly). Develop and teach a comprehensive art curriculum for students in grades 6-12 across a range of media, which can include drawing, painting, sculpture, design, ceramics, and mixed media. Submit resume, cover letter, and references to Casey Prindle (principal@cvak12.org).
  • After School Care Director: The after school care program operates Mondays-Thursdays 3-5:30pm, Fridays 1-4pm, and 12-4pm on early dismissal days. Responsibilities: Oversee the daily operations of the after school care program, ensuring a safe, structured, and engaging environment for students. Submit resume, cover letter, and references to Casey Prindle (principal@cvak12.org).
  • Spanish / Language Teacher: (part-time) language teacher (preferably Spanish) for the 1st semester of the 26-27 school year. Candidates with state and NAD certification are preferred but not required. To apply, please contact Casey Prindle (principal@cva12.org).

Cultural Centers of Lincoln is now accepting applications for:
  • Welcoming Communities Coordinator position supporting Lincoln and Lancaster County welcoming efforts. This full-time, grant-funded position will help advance the goals and recommendations of the Lincoln/Lancaster County Welcoming & Belong Strategic Plan. The Coordinator will work closely with community partners, immigrant and refugee communities, local government, the New Americans Task Force, and other stakeholders to support welcoming, belonging, access, civic engagement, education, economic opportunity, and newcomer resources.

Christian Record Services is seeking an:
  • Assistant Director of Development. This role will help grow support for programs that bring hope and resources to people who are blind or low vision across the nation. If you feel called to make a meaningful impact through fundraising and relationship building, we invite you to learn more and apply here: https://bit.ly/CRSJOBS.
Church Family, we have a gentleman named Warren Bennett who lives in Lincoln and is interested in attending Broken Arrow Ranch camp this year. Warren is blind and is unsure how he would be able to travel to camp. He is not SDA but is interested in attending a Christian camp experience, and we would be grateful for any individuals who might be able to assist with transportation. He is an adult and would be attending during the Family Camp session, which will take place June 30–July 5. Please email hforde@ks-ne.org if you can help. Thank you!
The Good Neighbor Community Center is needing people to help sort clothes and donations on Tuesdays and Thursdays. It can be any time between 10am-3pm. Please call Lisa at 531.500.7769.
🕊️Dominus vobiscum.

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