"In Celtic spirituality many are finding the interconnectedness of God they are seeking. So come and join us in September 2017, on a pilgrimage to explore the history and experience the landscapes that formed this unique spiritual tradition."
 
A Pilgrimage to Iona and Northumbria
Led by
The Rev. Claudia Smith & The Rev. Gail Wheatley

7th - 18th September 

Registration Deadline is February 14

*Registration for the trip is almost full; if you want to join the group, please do so immediately

(A complete Brochure is in the church office or give our rector a call with any questions)


eClare

 

News from
 St. Francis by the Sea Episcopal Church 
Blue Hill ~ Maine
 
February 3, 2017 

A spontaneous Adult Forum last Sunday
 ---gathering together to discuss the issues---

In a recent letter to the people of The Diocese of Maine, Bishop Stephen Lane said, in part:

"The particular opportunity we have before us may be the chance to participate in the development of new understandings between people who have different visions for our country's future. We might well host - first in our congregations and then in our communities - conversations about important community issues, seeking to learn from each other how and why we differ and what hopes we might share. Episcopalians have always been able to come together at the Lord's table across difference, and now might be a time to practice this particular gift together."



St. Francis By The Sea

 
The Calendar  
Sunday  Services

10 AM
Followed by Coffee Hour

Thursday

Knitters
2:30 pm

Choir
5 pm


We pray for
Anya
Anna Brown
Babara Cousins
Brenda
Daniel
Joseph
Blair Hansen
Cathy Husted
Aaron Johnson
Jane
Gretchen Lane
Mark Lawler
Lyn
Susan Logan
Clyde Mc Elrath
Sonja Olson
Corinne Pert
Linda Slaven
Peter Smith
Barbara Sorlien
Liz Tobin Tyler
Theresa and David
Clinton Whiting  

Those in the Armed Services   
Andy Ditmer
Kyle Carino Mings
Brian Haley
Sean Haley
Peter McGuyer
Eric Partridge

We pray for the repose of the soul of 
William "Skip" Alexander 
Publicover, brother of Bob Publicover, and comfort for his family and friends.

Those with February Birthdays

Pam Barry
Mary Catherine Dunn
Giffy Full
Peter Young
Diana Brown
Mary Crawford
Jennie Tracey
Joe Thompson
Jim Denny
Alix Heilner
Cheryl Coffin


"First Mondays at Emmaus"
This Sunday- and just before the first Monday of every month.

Fresh fruits and vegetables are especially welcome during the winter months

 



 
A New Adult Forum 
Starting Sunday, February 12

From Rev. Claudia:

At a time when many are discerning how to live-out their faith in their daily lives, the upcoming Adult Forum will be looking to the teachings of Jesus for guidance by reading together Fr. John Dear's newest book titled The Beatitudes of Peace. 

"The Beatitudes are the hope and prayer and vision of Jesus...the blueprint for Christian discipleship, the job description of every Christian," writes John Dear.

 These stirring meditations are more than mere reflections. They are a call to action, a summons to take up the Beatitudes as a daily handbook for life, written by an internationally known voice for peace and nonviolence. Set against vivid descriptions of peace efforts in places like Afghanistan; Israel; and Los Alamos, New Mexico, Dear combines scriptural wisdom with practical advice from peacemakers like Gandhi (who regularly read the Beatitudes), Thomas Merton, Dorothy Day, and many more. In each chapter, Dear affirms that the God of peace is alive and at work among us, calling his sons and daughters into the fullness of a life of true, lasting peace.

Please obtain a copy of The Beatitudes of Peace from your favorite bookseller and join us on Sundays after coffee hour for what will surely be a lively conversation.

 
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Downeast
 Spiritual Life Conference
 
"It is your spirit. It is your world." 

Each of us wants to make a mark on this world. What does your mark look like? Do you express love? Will you help heal the 
planet and its people? Do you have enough faith in yourself to take up the challenge? The 2017 Downeast Spiritual Life Conference will explore these questions and help you identify and express your longing for a meaningful life that brings justice and healing to the world. 

For more details or to register, visit www.downeastspiritual.org

 
The Treasure Chest is open!

Milissa and Jon Paul Lalonde

From Milissa:
Greetings to all friends and supporters of the St. Francis Fair, both near and far.  Happy New Year!
The Treasures Booth Committee wishes to remind you to consider our wonderful fair as you:
-  assess Christmas gifts received last month
-  clean out attics, closets etc.
-  downsize living spaces
-  replace artwork or antiques

We would so appreciate donations of high quality items and services, and will do whatever we can to assist in the transfer of any of the above.

Contact Milissa LaLonde with any questions or suggestions.  Thank you and have a wonderful mid-winter.
Milissa LaLonde
207 469-2155


From Andrew Chung:


This past Sunday after worship, most of the children of St. Francis by the Sea gathered for a few hours of ice skating in Blue Hill.  It was wonderful to extend their time together. 

Not pictured was Emma Brown, who was also there...and a surprise visitor, Nancy Doane, who shared memories of skating on the ponds of Maine around the warmth of tires aflame.



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