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This Weekend Only - Meet the Candidates for our new Bishop
This is your chance to talk freely with the candidates who may be leading our Diocese for years to come.
Come to our LA forum this Saturday, October 8, 10 am - 1 pm
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 Art and Wine -This Saturday! 6:00 - 9:00pm
Save money now - contact Jennifer Sams by noon on Saturday to reserve your ticket.
The St. Francis Art and Wine event is a time for great fellowship, and it is also one of our major fundraisers. Think about buying a ticket this week, and maybe a ticket for a friend. Thank you for being a part of the St. Francis Family and for supporting the mission and outreach of your church.
In-advance ticket price - $40; At the door - $50.
If you have any questions or want to help, please email Jennifer and Alex Sams or call 310-375-2962.
Click here for your flyer...
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Win a Painting by Mo. Paula!
Raffle - tickets are limited - don't miss out!
Mother Paula has painted another one of her masterpieces for our St. Francis Art and Wine night. It is entitled "Time for Grapes." She has graciously donated the painting to be used in a raffle. The tickets are one for $20 or three for $50. There will only be 100 tickets sold. Consider buying a ticket (or three!). A few tickets are still available the night of the event. You will be helping to raise funds for the church, and you might just be the lucky winner. The drawing will take place on the night of the event.
You don't have to be present to win. Good luck and have fun!
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Wrap-Up Meeting for the Antique Show
Sunday October 9, 11:30am, Library
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Stewardship Drive 2016 - 2017
This Sunday we launch our Annual Pledge Drive
Look out for the very special stewardship mailing you will be receiving shortly, which beautifully illustrates both our past and our future.
Sunday October 23, after both services 9:15 am, 11:30 am, Board Room
Come with your questions about stewardship and how to involve your "time, talents, and treasures" at St. Francis. Our Rector, Mo. Paula, will be joined by Dick Briggs (member of our Vestry and of the Stewardship Committee) and Fred Henry (our parish Treasurer) on a panel to talk about stewardship and how our pledges support the ministry of our church.
Sunday November 13 Consecration Sunday
bring your pledge card to church for "Consecration Sunday",
when we offer them to God.
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Jazz Vespers 
Sunday October 9, 4:00pm, Main Church
The perfect way to begin your Sunday evening in an atmosphere of calm, and in the presence of God, through this blend of ancient worship and contemporary music.
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Concerning the Family Worship Service of September 25
On September 25 we tried something new, having the entire 10am service more family friendly with children's language throughout. We were considering offering that type of service every two months. There were some rough edges that need to be addressed and we have received mixed reviews from parishioners. If you have input, please feel free to share it with me. I think it is important to be honest and open because "we are in this together". We are discerning how we want to go forward.
Thank you! Paula+
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Come To A Fun Meeting - Scholarship Outreach Fund
Friday, October 14, at 10:00 am
Join the group in the Boardroom for our kickoff meeting for our annual Designs for Dining fundraiser (
Friday, February 24 2017). We always welcome new friends and ideas to make the event exciting and new each year.
There are many ways to help. You might want to try your hand at designing a table? Contact: Ann Cullen
or (424)224-7007.
More information? Cheryl Gutierrez, (310) 791-7038, or Robin Pano, (310) 779-0486,
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Sunday October 16, after both services 9:15 am, 11:30 am, Board Room
If you have recently started coming to St. Francis and would like to know more about our church, please come to our Welcome Conversation. We'd love to get to know you, answer any questions you have about St. Francis Church and also share with you ways to feel more connect to what God is doing in and through this community. Come by and have a conversation with our clergy staff and ministry leaders!
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Bridging the Political Divide
A Church Next video class with Parker Palmer
Sunday October 30, after both services 9:15 am, 11:30 am, Board Room
Do you find it hard to talk to people about the upcoming elections (or anything about politics)? How do we as Christians engage in insightful and enlightening conversations with those whom we disagree? Parker Palmer through this Church Next class will help us explore how to bridge the political divide to find common ground and be agents of change in our challenging political landscape. Please join us for this class.
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Sermons and Bulletins
Need a prayer, or to talk with the clergy?
You are not interrupting our work - you ARE our work!
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10am coffee hour-
bring your favorite snacks!
Many thanks to the Friars (men's group), for sponsoring coffee hour for this year-but they'd still love some help with taking a plate home and bringing it back the following week with goodies to share!
Thank you!
Electronic Giving at St. Francis
Give by checking account, credit or debit card.
Prioritize your finances, helping you give to God's mission first.
Help you manage your giving, and access your giving account at your convenience.
Questions about our electronic giving?
Email Elaine Mistele. Or call her at the church office at 310 375 4617.
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Moved? Changed your Name?
Please send new details to the Mary in the office at 310 375-4617.
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