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    Three weeks of sheltering-in-place is 21 days to form new habits. So, I’m trying out a new routine: 1. This morning I read a devotion in Sarah Young’s book Jesus Calling and reflected on the scripture references. 2. Next, I completed a 15-minute yoga exercise for beginners on the Down Dog app, which is free until Apr. 1st. It was challenging because I’m such a newbie, but it also felt refreshing. 3. I took a prayer walk in my neighborhood. Just me walking at a brisk pace, giving thanks to God, and praying about what’s on my mind. Took about 25 minutes. 4. Back at home, I stretched and then closed out in prayer. What new habits or routines might you try over the next 21 days?

    1. Love this Sister Zandra!
    2. Thank you, Sis!

    3. This is amazing Sis Zandra!

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    1. I found comfort in these verses this morning. The first one the Spirit impressed upon me as a promise, and we know that the Lord is a promise keeper! The second one I read as a testimony and a reminder of how we get through times like these. “The Lord is good to those who wait for him, to the soul that seeks him.” ‭‭Lamentations‬ ‭3:25‬ ‭NRSV‬‬ “The Lord is my strength and my shield; in him my heart trusts; so I am helped, and my heart exults, and with my song I give thanks to him.” ‭‭Psalms‬ ‭28:7‬ ‭NRSV‬‬ Would you join me in meditating on these Scriptures today?

      1. In this season of social distancing, we are still called to come together and encourage one another as the Day approaches (Heb 10:25). Join me on Faithlife for weekly virtual fellowship! Post questions and commentary. Share pictures and stories about life events. Let's connect in sisterhood and in Christian love. In mid-February, I visited the San Luis Reservoir. What a beautifully serene area! I'd love to hear about some of the places or things that give you a sense of peace.

        1. (I wish I understood my iPhone well enough to enlarge this photo transmission to do this scene justice but...) Nature — God’s work — gives me peace. On my morning walk Monday at 7 am, it was very dark because of the time change. But a very large full moon hung so brilliantly in the sky that I stopped, entranced and full of awe and thanksgiving.
        2. Wow! That is beautiful! I can see why it felt peaceful. I often feel closest to God early in the morning. Thanks for sharing! 😘

      2. THRIVE Women's Ministry After Church Fellowship: Sun., Nov. 24th

        Dear University Women,


        Please join me on Sunday, November 24th immediately following service for a time of fellowship and laughter. We'll meet at Ada's Cafe, a nonprofit coffee bar on Middlefield Rd. that employs people with disabilities, and enjoy friendly, casual conversation. Ada's Cafe has a pretty nice menu, so in case you'd like to purchase a beverage and/or a bite to eat, you can preview their offerings here. 


        Ada's Cafe

        3700 Middlefield Rd.

        Palo Alto, CA 94303


        I hope to see you on the 24th! You're welcome to stop by, but if you know you're going to attend, would you please RSVP? This will give me a general sense of how many people to expect and may enable me to reserve seating.


        In Christ,


        Zandra


        1. Higher Calling Devotional Call begins 8/21

          Higher Calling Devotional

          with

          Rev. Dr. Zandra L. Jordan


          Free of Me: Why Life is Better When It's Not About You, by Sharon Hodde Miller


          We live in a culture that's all about self, becoming the best "me" I can be instead of becoming like Jesus. This me-centered message affects every area of our lives--our friendships, our marriages, even our faith--and it breaks each one in different ways. The self-focused life robs our joy, shrinks our souls, and is the reason we never quite break free of insecurity.


          In this book, Sharon Hodde Miller invites us into a bigger, Jesus-centered vision--one that restores our freedom and inspires us to live for more. She helps readers 

          - identify the secret source of insecurity 

          - understand how self-focus sabotages seven areas of our lives

          - learn four practical steps for focusing on God and others

          - experience freedom from the burden of self-focus


          Wednesday Mornings from 6:30a.m. - 6:45a.m.

          Aug. 21st Introduction (based on Ch. 1 and 2)

          Aug. 28th Ch. 3 When You Make God About You

          Sept. 4th Ch. 4 When You Make Family About You

          Sept. 11th Ch. 5 When You Make Your Appearance About You

          Sept. 18th Ch. 6 When You Make Your Possessions About You

          Nov. 6th Ch. 7 When You Make Your Friendships About You

          Nov 13th Ch. 8 When You Make Your Calling About You

          Nov 20th Ch. 9 When You Make Church About You

          Nov 27th Ch. 10 Praise: Why Loving God Sets Us Free

          Dec 4th Ch. 11 People: Why Loving Others Unleashes Us

          Dec 11th Ch. 12 Purpose: Why Your Freedom Has a Form

          Dec 18th Ch. 13 Passion: Why the Humble Are So Free &Ch. 14 Forgetting Yourself Without Neglecting Yourself


          Click the link below to join our Higher Calling Faithlife Group to get more out of the Higher Calling experience

          Higher Calling Faithlife Group


          1. What a blessing to fellowship and feast with these beautifully thriving women today after the annual church vision meeting. I’m so excited for the thrive ministry to do more of this !!! 💗🙌🏽

            1. Where did y’all go?

            2. Downtown to Rangoon Ruby, Sis Deb’s and mine fave. Sis Maketa and Rev. Zandra’s first time.

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            THRIVE Women’s Ministry - Event Alert 🚨 Thriving through spiritual disciplines, interpersonal relationships, and intentional self-care. Check the calendar for more details and to RSVP today!

            1. Thrive Women’s Ministry was great. My candle is working fine and the fragrance is excellent. God Bless Rev. Zandra Jordan and the Women of University.

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            Items For Women's Day

            Thank you to everyone that volunteered to be bring something for Women's Day


            Please see the list below of what everyone is bring:


            Sandra S. - drinks and water

            Stephanie - drinks and water

            First Lady - cups, plates, napkins, silverware

            Josie - salad Loretta - mixed beans dish

            Iman - honey baked ham

            Janet Billups - honey baked ham

            Lorena - cold pasta salad

            Mother Brooks - macaroni salad

            Diana - dessert

            Lori - baked chicken dish

            Bobbie - dinner rolls

            Nandi - fruit

            Rev. Tuhina - cookie bars


            Women please bring small blue plants for table centerpieces.


            These are the people who offered to bring a plant: Rev. Jordan, Rev. Tuhina, First Lady, Nandi, Josie and Janet Williams


            Sister Thorne is going to manage the food/kitchen.


            First Lady is bringing mini blueberry muffins and juice to put on the welcome table for the morning.


            The men will come early on Sunday morning to help with set up.

            1. Women's Day Flyer