St. Stephen's in-the-Field Episcopal Church
FRIDAY JOURNAL October 4th, 2019
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We the people of Saint Stephen's in-the Field
Seek to know Christ, to share Christ, and to serve Christ,
recognizing his presence in all people, and reaching out in love
to each other and to the world around us.
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Sunday Services: October 6th
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8 am Holy Eucharist
10 am
Holy Eucharist
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Reflections
My husband's brother, Norm, has been battling cancer going on 6 years. He was originally given 6 months to live, after a horrendous two surgeries within 48 hours of each other. The doctor's think that he has survived this long because he was so physically fit to begin with. I 'm sure that has a lot to do with his survival, but I also believe that all of our prayers have been an even bigger reason. He does not believe in prayer but he knows that I pray for him, and he accepts that. He is on our prayer list here at Saint Stephens, every Sunday. He has battled pain, depression, and has been ready to give up on numerous occasions, but our prayers have seen him through the darkest times. He has changed his attitude and is trying to enjoy each day, and live a glass half full kind of life. (Which was not always the case.)
I believe our prayers have made a difference in his life. He is a different person now. Not just
physically but mentally as well. I don't think those we pray for have to necessarily believe in the power of prayer, for those prayers to be answered. I think it is enough that those who are doing the praying, believe.
Together, we have changed one man's life for the better. Thank you.
Peace,
Susan
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Sunday, October 6, 2019
10:00 AM Holy Eucharist
You are invited to bring your animal companions for a blessing, celebrating the ministry of St. Francis of Assisi and his love for all creatures.
Bring your friends and neighbors!
Pictures and stuffed animals are welcome. (No snakes please
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Art show, farewell to Bishop Mary on October 6
Everyone in the Episcopal Diocese of El Camino Real and our communities are invited to a free art show on Sunday, October 6 from 3-6 pm at the Sargent House in downtown Salinas. The Monterey Deanery is hosting the event with the diocesan Arts Commission.
At 5 pm, the Monterey Deanery will host a special tribute reception to Bishop Mary; drinks and hors d'oeuvres will be served during the entire afternoon. The historic home is located at 154 Central Avenue, one block from John Steinbeck's childhood home.
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Scrip gift card orders
We sold
$167
worth of
gift cards last month.
Next order is due on Oct 13th.
-Janet Thorsrud
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New 3 Part Series offered to the community!
Prepared With Love
: End of Life planning
Oct 8
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, 7:30pm:
Trident Society
- Cremation Services;
Rocky Amaral, Pre-arrangement Advisor
Oct 15
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, 7:30pm:
Estate Planning, Wills and Trusts
Rachel Calunan, Associate, World Financial Group
Christopher M. Gee, Trusts and Estates Attorney
Oct 22
nd,
7:30pm:
Funeral/Memorial Service Planning:
The Rev. Karen Cuffie,
The Rev. Dcn. Robin Popoff
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Santa Clara Deanery to host celebration of Bishop Mary
Mark your calendars for November 9 from 4:00 to 7:00 pm, when the Santa Clara Valley Deanery will host a celebration of the ministry of Bishop Mary at St. Andrew's in Saratoga. Everyone is invited for fellowship and dinner (no cost). The event includes music from the combined choirs and instrumentalists from the deanery churches, dinner, plus a slide show featuring pictures of Bishop Mary's time in our parishes over the past 12 years. Please register through your parish representative
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Convention volunteers needed
Registration volunteers are needed for this year's convention. You'll have fun meeting and greeting delegates and enjoying each other's company. Hospitality volunteers are needed to help with setting up the Friday night banquet, plus Saturday's convention set-up and clean-up. Please email the following contact
Hospitality
Charles Greenleaf: ckgreenleaf@earthlink.net
Richard Smith:
rcsbsmith@razzolink.com
Registration:
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We are in need of ushers, lectors, Lay Eucharistic Ministers, and Altar Guild members. These are wonderful ministry opportunities for both extraverts and introverts, male and female, young and not as young as they used to be! Please prayerfully consider joining one of these ministries! See Rev. Karen, Edy or Susan if you are interested in learning more.
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"Never forget that justice is what love looks like in public."
-Cornell West
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-Sunday School teachers
-Check signers
-Amy for making coffee every Sunday
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NEEDING PRAYER SUPPORT?
Prayer is one of those things we often think about, might feel inadequate about, believe in but might be unsure how to proceed. How we pray is sometimes unique to each of us. The Church provides help in many ways. If you find yourself in need, of any kind (emotional, physical, spiritual, guidance, etc) consider how St. Stephen's can support you:
* there is a Biddings book at the back of the sanctuary where you can write in things before the service starts
* there is a prayer chain of committed pray-ers (who maintain confidentiality). Contact Robin, our Deacon, who will initiate that for you
* there is prayer at the altar every Sunday, where we all join you in the privacy of your need with the Priest
* there is a kneeling prayer station at the side of the church with candles, prayer book, all available anytime, not just Sundays
* turn to your neighbors and friends in church to share what's on your heart, ask for support in speaking to God about your needs (and tell them the updates next week!)
* tell people about your answers to prayer! and the miracles you witness, or how prayer changes YOU.
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Contact information for Rev. Karen:
Personal phone for emergencies or urgent matters: 408-781-1826
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Contact information for Deacon Robin:
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Please send any announcements or articles you want to have included, to:
evan.bryan1@gmail.com, by Thursday, 10am each week.
Evan Bryan
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St. Stephen's in-the-Field Episcopal Church
7269 Santa Teresa Blvd; San Jose, CA 95139
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