Please sign up this Sunday to serve! We would like to have at least 10 volunteers from Butler to help out in various ways - BQQing, egg hunt, a Butler table, and more - from 1-5pm on April 16. We are also planning some special activities for kids here at Butler for Easter Sunday! 

What could you make with clay that represents you? At our March Community Meal we had several new folks join for a fun evening together. First we enjoyed delicious vermicelli bowls prepared by our own talented Butler cooks!  As one person said, "all the flavors did a dance in your mouth!"

After dinner, the youth, children, and adults all engaged in an activity. Using clay, we were challenged to create something simple that represents us - our identity, interests, or skills. We had a lot of talented sculptors! And it was a fun way to share and get to know each other even more. 

The West Coast Celebration for World Relief takes place each spring, on the FPU campus just across from Butler Church, this year on April 11&12. Proceeds go to support Mennonite Central Committee's relief projects around the world. There are many ways to participate, and MCC is specifically seeking volunteers for "Around the World with MCC." This interactive booth is designed to give kids a hands-on experience with MCC’s global work. If you would be available to volunteer that Saturday for an hour, email rosanazamudio@mcc.org. 

You can join the Team and help people in need around the world and in our community! The store needs volunteers as well-- sorting donations, pricing goods, cashiering, customer service, and organizing. 

This Sunday, April 6 will be a special Butler Café celebrating March/April birthdays and anniversaries. Special thanks to Frances Echavarria who keeps the birthday celebrations going! Check this week's Buzz email for a list of birthdays, and if you have one coming up, let us know!

Thank you to all who have given toward the special offering in support of USMB, PDC, Multiply, and Fresno Pacific University and seminary. We are still aiming for our goal of $15,000. We have currently raised 82% of our goal. If you would still like to give, you can do that online or bring your gift this Sunday by designating to "MB Agencies Support."

On Sunday, March 23 an important announcement was shared with our church family. After much prayer and consideration, Pastor Scott has resigned as pastor of Butler Church and Common Ground. He will continue to serve the church and help in the transition process for the next 3 months.  

Halfway through week we could all use a recharge. Butler men, let’s spend some time in the Word together and be refreshed! A weekly Wednesday night men’s Bible study is starting up this week! Join us in the Youth Room Wednesdays from 7-8 pm. 

There will be additional opportunities to engage in these themes through the coming weeks, in scripture reading, art pieces for reflection, and memory verses. Look for these on Sundays, and in our media communications. Our desire is that through this season, our faith will grow and deepen as we experience how the cross leads us to new life.

The month is flying by, so take a moment and make sure you have some upcoming Butler events penciled in for the coming months! Check out the Butler calendar to note things like Combined Services, Women's Retreat, the annual church picnic, and other special events. Get ready for some yummy fundraisers, and stay tuned for more details on how to serve or sign up! 

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