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2nd Thursday Eucharist, Lunch & Discussion
The reading can be found
here
.
When:
TODAY at noon in the chapel followed by lunch in the Fireside Rm.
2020 Annual Fund Update
St. John’s 2020 Annual Fund will kick off in mid-January. For parishioners who prefer to make their donation in the 2019 calendar year, we are happy to accept them! Please contact Emily McFarland, Director of Stewardship via
email
or at 415.456.1102, x107 to make arrangements.
Many thanks
to everyone who helped to make this year’s Harvest Party such a huge success with over $60,000 raised to support our important Outreach Programs!
To sign up
,
click
here
or contact Virginia Kosydar, Church Administrator, via
email
or 415.456.1102, x102.
There are many wonderful experiences that still have space available including these upcoming events:
"Nativity Creativity"
(hosted by Jane Heath, Monday November 18, 6pm to 9pm) Enjoy a night of in front of a cozy fire with your fellow parishioners as you have fun painting your own unique wooden Nutcrackers and other decorations to proudly hang on your tree this Christmas. Cheese and wine and hot apple cider provided to help stimulate your imagination! All materials included. Adults only. Cost $30 per person.
"Holiday Wreath Making"(
hosted by Leslie Harelik & Catherine Kuehne, December 8, 3- 5pm) Parishioner and florist Catherine Kuehne of CK Floral Design will guide participants through creating a beautiful holiday keepsake for your door or table. All supplies will be provided including hot cider and mulled wine with small bites and sweets to kick off the season. Participants are encouraged to bring gloves and clippers. Cost $50 per person.
Advent Wreath Making
Begin the Advent season with a focus on giving, love, and the story of Jesus’ birth. Make an Advent wreath, create a Christmas card for someone who is spending the holidays in a shelter or nursing home, share hot chocolate and cookies, hear the Christmas Story. All are welcome. Cookie donations and help with set up needed.
When:
Sunday, November 24, 1:30-3:30pm in the Parish Hall
Cost:
$20 suggested donation. One wreath per household.
Contact:
Rev. Ginger, via
email
or 415.456.1102, x104
Ecumenical Thanksgiving Prayer Service
Pray and give thanks at this annual gathering of four Ross Valley churches: St. John's Episcopal Church, St. Anselm Catholic Church, First Presbyterian Church San Anselmo, and St. Nicholas Orthodox Church. Members of all congregations are invited to attend. This year's host church is
First Presbyterian Church
. Rev. Chris will be preaching.
When:
Wednesday, November 27 at 7:30pm
Where:
First Presbyterian, 72 Kensington Road, San Anselmo, CA 94960
Before I Die: Planning for Death
Come to a forum on death and explore topics such as planning your own funeral, creating an advance health directive, hospice care, and some tips on estate planning.
When:
Sunday, December 1 at 11:30am in the Fireside Room
Contact:
Rev. Chris, via
email
or 415.456.1102, x101
Advent Quiet Day
Come to
St. Columba's Retreat House
in Inverness where the Revs. Jan and Ginger will lead a day of silence, meditation, and Eucharist in this tranquil West Marin setting. Coffee and tea provided; bring snacks, your lunch, a watch, a journal, and reading material. Dress warmly. All welcome. Invite a friend. Participants responsible for their own transportation.
When:
Saturday, December 7, 8:45am to 4pm
Where:
St. Columba's, 12835 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., Inverness, CA 94937
Cost:
$20 payable at the door
RSVP:
Virginia Kosydar, Church Administrator,
email
or 415.456.11023, x102
Lessons and Carols
The Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols is based on the traditional service held on Christmas Eve at King’s College, Cambridge. The service features music offered by our choirs as well as Advent and Christmas hymns sung by the whole congregation. The service is open to all.
When:
Sunday, December 8 at 5pm, in the Church
Cost:
free
Parish Christmas Dinner
All are invited to attend the parish Christmas Dinner following The Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols liturgy.
When:
Sunday, December 8 at 6pm, in the Parish Hall
Cost:
Adult (ages 16+) $30; Child (ages 4-15) $20; Child (ages 0-3): free
Purchase Tickets:
Click
here
Contact:
Virginia Kosydar, Church Administrator,
email
or 415.456.1102, x102
Prayer Beads
This Advent learn more about the ancient, embodied spiritual practice of praying with beads. Seminarian Joanna Benskin will teach folks how to make Anglican Rosaries and to use them in prayer. All ages welcome. No previous experience needed.
When:
Sunday, December 8 in the Fireside Room after the 9am & 10am services
RSVP:
Virginia Kosydar, Church Administrator,
email
or 415.456.1102, x102 if you plan to participate so that we can plan for supplies.
Bible Study
Every Monday Rev. Ginger leads parishioners in Bible study. No previous experience reading the Bible required! All invited to participate.
When:
Mondays from 1-2:30pm in the Youth Room
Yoga St. John's
Spiritually-focused yoga for all level with live music and meditation.
When:
Mondays, 6:15-7:30pm in the Parish Hall.
Cost:
Suggested donation of $20
