Invitation to Consecration of New Diocesan Bishop
Saturday, July 8, 1:30pm
Please Respond by This Monday - May 15
You are invited to share in a moment of history in our diocese when we come together to consecrate a new bishop. The Rev. Canon John Taylor will succeed Bishop Jon Bruno as Diocesan Bishop. He will be consecrated Bishop Coadjutor on July 8, at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion. There is seating for 3,100 and each parish gets an initial block of 20 tickets. After the Mass of Consecration, attended by Bishops from across our country, there will be a reception lunch in Grand Park with foods representing the various nationalities of our diocese.
Would you like to go? I need to turn in our names and emails by May 15. Please let Paula+ know as soon as possible. (Bishop Jon Bruno will be retiring December 2017.)  
Saint Francis Outreach Scholarship Fund Sale
This Sunday -  Mother's Day - May 14!
A soap and gift sale for mothers, teachers or anyone who needs a gift. All proceeds benefit the Saint Francis Outreach Scholarship Fund.  Thanks for your ongoing support.  
Also this Sunday - Undie Sunday
Support St Luke's Breakfast for the Homeless
It’s Undie Sunday this week before St Luke’s Outreach. Please bring whatever you can (new or ‘as new’ please), and place them in the donation baskets at church next Sunday. Thank you.
In homeless shelters underwear is the most needed, but least donated, item.
Congratulations to Canon Hank Gatlin!
What do you mean Hank is a Canon?  What is that all about?    
Bishop J. Jon Bruno honored Hank Gatlin for his service in the diocese by making him a Canon of the Cathedral at the Clergy Conference of 2017, during the gala dinner at the Mission Inn in Riverside. The title "canon" dates from medieval times to denote a key advisor to a bishop or a cathedral community or in recognition of significant service or achievement. The title “canon” is honorary and has been conferred by Bishop Bruno on clergy and lay leaders that have contributed noteworthy service to the diocese.  
Organ Fundraising Phase II
THANK YOU to all who have contributed to Phase I of our Campaign to Repair and Upgrade our organ - we have reached $111,534 of our needed $150,000!
In Phase II, we proceed with the repair and continue to invite your partnership. On the patio after worship, you will see an “Adopt-a-Key” chart that acknowledges people who have contributed. There are still keys available for new contributions!  We would like to receive all contributions by May 31. You can contribute by check, by Bill Pay,  and online by credit card or eCheck, or by making payments over time through the church office. Thank you!  
Look Ahead!
Bishop Diane Bruce
The Bishop Is Visiting St Francis for Confirmation!
Next Sunday, May 21
Join us on May 21, as we enjoy the visit of the Right Reverend, Diane M. Jardine Bruce, our beloved Bishop Suffragan, who will be joining us for Holy Communion at 8am, and for Holy Communion and Confirmation at 10am.  
Antiques Show is Coming!
Opening Night Preview Party "A Night on the Riviera"
Wednesday May 31: 6:00pm to 9:00pm
Opening night tickets (good for admission on all show days) only $25 in advance (by Monday, May 20) or $40 at the door.  Or buy five for a great deal of only $100! 
 
Show and Sale
Thursday & Friday June 1 and 2: 11am – 6pm
Saturday, June 3: 11am – 4pm
Tickets - $10 (or $8 with a $2 discount flyer).

Preparations for another successful Antiques Show are underway! We invite you to contribute to this ministry fundraiser supporting St. Francis and its many ministries.
Roles include General Staffing, Program Advertising, Silent Auction donations, and much more! Something for everyone!
Sermons and Bulletins Online
Sunday Worship Bulletins - download your bulletin to your phone or tablet and help us save the planet!
Sermons Online Archive

note - sermon recordings are usually preceded by the reading of the Gospel for that week.
Episcopal News Weekly 
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