Creating Common Good - re-scheduled from last Sunday
This Sunday - August 27, after both services
The third class in our series on Creating Common Good. Each class can stand alone, so it’s not too late to participate.
Together we will watch short videos featuring noted Christian leaders expounding on how God desires us to serve people who are in need. We've had very spirited conversations so far that have encouraged us further in serving the community around us. Please join us!
Rev. Peter Huang and Canon Hank Gatlin will lead this class.
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Rummage Sale Thank you!
A big thank you to all who help support the annual rummage sale. To all of the dedicated workers who spent hours and days sorting and pricing and selling. All of your efforts brought St. Francis over
$10,000!
Can’t thank you enough.
Gloria
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Come Sing!
Our wonderful choir will begin rehearsals again on Thursday, September 7, from 7:15-9:00pm, and you are invited! Singing in the choir:
- Gives you an instant social group
- Solves your Sunday morning wardrobe dilemma
- Guarantees you an excellent seat
- Teaches you really cool skills (like reading music and singing)
- Is a way to offer yourself to God's service.
You will be glad you tried it! Come check it out!
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Calling all Ding-a-lings!
The anthem our choir will sing on September 10 calls for 3-5 Handbell ringers. Easy level. If you're interested in playing, Contact
Jeannie Cobb
with questions.
Can meet at 8:45 on the 10th. This could be a prelude to other Handbell opportunities. Let's talk!
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September 10th:
Charlie and Veronica's Annual Omelet Bar
after both services! Need we say more? Come hungry, and thank you Veronica and
Charlie!
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Get Ready!
Get Connected Sunday is coming
September 17 after the 10:00am service
Welcome back from summer and welcome into a new season at St Francis! Exciting things are happening here! We will have information available on all our ministries with so many opportunities to serve our parish and parish family.
And…it's back…The great chili, cornbread, & pie cook off! Enter your favorite food item and be prepared to vote for your favorites!
We will also have a bouncy house for our youngest parishioners and a guessing contest with the winner winning a lunch with our Rector (Paula's treat)!
So Let's Get Connected!!!
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Aging Parents:
A Practical Guide to Survive and Thrive
Open to all - parish and beyond.
Tuesday, September 19th, from 6:30-8:00pm, Parish Hall
Please join us a SAGE's* sponsored seminar presented by Dr. David Hart, Director of Clinical Services at Always Best Care - Senior Services in Torrance. The SAGEs are pleased to welcome Dr. Hart back to St. Francis and to open this free and important seminar to our parish and community.
Caring for an aging parent is an enormous undertaking, even in the best of circumstances.
The direct impact on a family’s finances, lifestyle and jobs can be catastrophic, particularly if these responsibilities occur unexpectedly. Consider this workshop as an informational seminar to help alleviate the natural anxiety faced by both adult children and their parents during this difficult, yet potentially most meaningful, phase of a lifetime relationship. Topics include:
- how to get organized
- coping with the challenges of role reversals
- housing alternatives and support services
- and the business/legal side of care-giving.
*(Senior Adult Group of Episcopalians)
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Sunday September 24:
Coffee and Conversation with Clergy
Please join Mo. Paula and Rev. Peter in this informal time of learning more about the Episcopal Church, our beliefs and practices. This Sunday we will talk about the Eucharist - the centrality of the Eucharist in our worship, the meaning of the words and actions in our liturgy. Bring your coffee, snacks, and questions!
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Holy Hoedown!!
Saturday, October 21!! 3:30-7:30pm
Be in at the start of this lively event new this year!
So many ways to take part ahead of time.
Live country music band - "Big City"!! Stetsons, cowboy/cowgirl boots, food, fun, silent auction, Western Photos printed on the spot, line dancing, western merchandise, Artwork by Paula+ (and maybe Peter+ too....), vendors, and of course, and most importantly, Really Great Fellowship!! Be a part of the fellowship right now - let us know how You Want To Help!!!
- Vendors - Do you know anyone who would want to sell at the fair? $75/table.
- Food: Chuck Wagon: ribs, pulled pork, barbecue chicken, small ears of corn, coleslaw, potato salad, chili, apple cider, wine, beer or anything else you would like to prepare or donate or give money!!
- Pumpkin Patch: Help with stocking the pumpkin patch, selling, and decorating them for and with kids.
- Harvest Cupboard: donations such as cakes, candy, jams, pies, etc.
- Decorations, set up and cleanup.
- Western Merchandise: particularly for Kids!
- Silent Auction: Please donate items such as Gift Baskets, Sports tickets, Autumn décor, nice gift items, etc.
- Manage Finances: card readers, raffle tickets, ticket sellers, etc.
- Donate hay!!
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Upcoming Staff Retreats/Vacations
Please note that staff will be out of the office as follows:
Susan — on vacation Aug 24 - Sep 2
Mary — on vacation Sep 18-22
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Sermons and Bulletins Online
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Sermons Online Archive
Our apologies - due to an Internet Service Provider outage we cannot post the link to the sermon this week. The link to sermons is also on our
website home page and will be available there as soon as the outage is resolved.
You are not interrupting our work - you ARE our work!
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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? Email
Elaine Mistele
. Or call her at the church office at 310 375 4617.
Moved? Changed your Name?
New email or phone #?
Please send new details to
Mary
in the office at 310 375-4617.
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