Ordination Announcement
Laurel Eileen Coote
This Saturday, January, 12, 2019, 10:00 a.m.
St. John's Pro-Cathedral 514 West Adams Boulevard
Our very own Rev. Laurel has been serving with us here at St. Francis for the last six months as a Transitional Deacon, and in just a few weeks, she will be ordained a priest! The formal announcement is found below and all are welcome to attend to support Laurel on her ordination day.
God willing and the people consenting, The Right Reverend Diane Jardine Bruce, Bishop Suffragan , will ordain Laurel Eileen Coote to the Sacred Order of Priests in Christ's One Holy Catholic and Apostolic Church. Your prayers and presence are requested. Valet parking available and a reception will follow.
On Sunday, January 13 th , Laurel will preside for the first time at both services. Let us join together to celebrate our newest priest. Reception to follow both services
Choir Section Leaders - Have you noticed?
Our choir has been enjoying the partnership of two new people--Lance Azusada and Nathan Remillard. These two young men are Choral Music Majors at USC. We were in need of some help in our tenor and bass sections, so we have created an internship with these two students. In the future you may see them conducting the choir on occasion, or possibly singing a solo (as they did Christmas Eve), and, most importantly, singing in the choir. 
Would you Like to Contribute for Section Leaders?
St Francis has a history of hiring section leaders for the choir, but the current Music Budget does not have enough funds to use in that way. So several individuals have offered to give monthly contributions toward the stipends we are paying Lance and Nathan, for which we are very grateful. If you would like to help with this ministry, please consider either a one-time gift or a monthly gift to the Music Fund to help us continue to hire these fine musicians. They are helping us be stronger! Thanks! (Feel free to contact Jeannie Cobb with any questions.)
Thank you for Pledging!
Please continue turning in your pledges as soon as possible - it helps so much to plan ahead for 2019. Please consider pledging if you haven’t before and increasing your pledge if you are able. Let’s keep supporting the mission of St. Francis. Thanks to everyone for your generosity. Can't find your pledge form? Download one here...
Vestry Nomination Time
Please pray about nominating yourself or someone else to be on our Vestry, the governing board of our parish. We share in the mission and leadership of our parish through our variety of gifts. Please talk to one of the Vestry members or Paula+ about this rewarding service. (The Vestry meets on the 3rd Wednesday of the month and is a 3 year commitment. Election of 4 new Vestry members will take place at our January Annual Meeting.) Gratefully, Paula+
Other News, and Coming Up!
Taizé Service of Healing & Wholeness
Tuesday, January 22, 7 pm
Join us again for our Taizé service of healing. This Taizé service, filled with music and candlelight, also provides the option for intercessory prayer with a Prayer team leader. We pray that the time will be a healing comfort for whatever you face or hold in your heart.
ECW Meeting Rescheduled
From this Sunday, January 13, to February 3.
Career Transition Workshop
Wednesday, January 23, 7pm-9pm, Board Room
Transitions in one's career, whether pursuing a new direction, returning to work, starting a new business, or even retiring, can often involve significant change, reflection and planning.  Mike Schoettle , professor and executive coach at Loyola Marymount University's Executive MBA program, is offering this free workshop to help parishioners better understand how to consider and navigate through career transitions. His new book,  Finding Fulfilling Work , will be available in February. Whether this is your first workshop or if you've attended the previous workshop, you are welcome to attend! Advance registration is required. Please email Rev. Peter  to register or for additional information.
Annual Meeting of St Francis Parish
Sunday, January 27, 2019, 11:30-1pm, Parish Hall
All members of the parish are voting members at our annual meeting in which we receive reports, vote on four new Vestry members, vote on delegates and alternates to the Diocesan Convention and hear presentations including the operating budget as approved by the Vestry. The annual meeting is a privilege and a blessing as we share together in the mission and ministry of Jesus.
Thank you for your presence in this parish family. Paula+

Annual Meeting Potluck 
Show off your culinary talents and share your special dish with fellow parishioners! Or pick up your favorite foods to share from your local restaurant, deli or grocery store! It is time for our Annual Meeting Potluck on Sunday, January 27th after the 10am service. Please bring your items to the parish hall and, if you need your serving items returned, be sure to clearly label them with your name. As a guide, if your last name starts with A - H please bring a salad/side dish, I - R please bring a main dish and S - Z please bring a dessert. If you have any questions, please contact Mary Deley  or 424-212-9958. Thank you!
One Last Art And Wine Auction Item!!
Fellow parishioners, one of the auction items from the St. Francis Art and Wine event can still be bid on. Jill and Kelly Lynch have graciously opened up their beautiful home for a party on Saturday, January 26, 2019, at 5:30 pm . This party is a highlight of the New Year and should not be missed. For $50 there will be wine and non-alcoholic beverages, heavy appetizers, a starlight ocean view, and amazing fellowship. We so hope you would like to participate in the this fun event. Checks can be made out to St. Francis with Art and Wine in the memo. Can’t wait to spend time with you!  Jennifer and Alex Sams
Invitation - "Finding Our Connections Across Cultures"
January 26, from 9 am to 12 pm.
Rev. Peter invites all to attend the Gathering (Diocesan Ministry to Asian Americans) and St. John's Cathedral. This is one of the ministries Peter+ is involved with in the Diocese, and this event will help explore various dimensions of cross-cultural interactions for ministry and may be a good way for us to explore connecting to the diverse cultures in our community. Read more here...
St Teresa's Chinese New Year Event
Saturday February 2, 7:00 p.m.
Food, wine, Chinese dancers and of course the Chinese white elephant auction. Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door. Under 4 are free.
Designs For Dining Silent Auction
Gourmet gadgets, silver knick-knacks, crystal dishes, gift cards you won’t use? Do you have any of these items, or similar treasures, sitting around your house collecting dust? Well, you can support the St. Francis Outreach Scholarship Fund by donating your items to the upcoming Designs for Dining silent auction! Donations from our parishioners have been some of our most popular auction items bringing in hundreds of dollars for our scholarship recipients! Please email or call Mary Deley - 424-212-9958. Items may be brought to the church office no later than February 22, 2019. Thank you!
Lenten Devotionals - You Can Contribute...
Due to overwhelmingly positive responses, Peter Huang & Kristina Pel á are heading up the creation of a Lenten Devotional Booklet for 2019 and we ask that YOU consider writing a submission.  No writing experience necessary!  All you need is a willing heart to try something new … Please contact Kristina Pelá via e-mail , text (310-941-2498) or home phone (310-375-9823) with your interest or any questions you may have. Lent begins March 6 2019.
Ongoing Spiritual Groups
Meditation Group - Thursday Mornings, 9-10:00 a.m. Nason Chapel, main church. No charge.
Yoga - Monday mornings 9:30 a.m. and Wednesday mornings 8:45 a.m. Free-will offering.
More Coming Up
Crafting - January 19, 9:00-12:00
Antiques show meeting - January 20, 11:30 a.m. 
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