Crafter Day
This Saturday - July 14, 9 a.m. to noon.
Do you work with yarn, paper, fabric or paint? Come together with others who do the same or to expand your knowledge? Meet in the board room to take advantage of the long tables, good lighting and quiet setting. Questions? Call or text Anna Eakins (310 297-0701).
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It’s Undie Sunday!!
This Sunday—July 15
Help donate to St Luke’s Breakfast program for the homeless by bringing in men's and women's underwear to distribute. Clean, gently used underwear is appropriate, as are packages of men's and women's boxers, briefs, undershirts, camisoles, and bras.
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Last Day to Sign Up - This Sunday - July 15.
Episcopal Night at Dodger Stadium
Friday, August 31
Are you ready for some baseball? Friday, August 31st, is Episcopal Night at Dodger Stadium, where our Los Angeles Dodgers will host the Arizona Diamondbacks. Game time is 7:00pm. Those from St. Francis will sit together with fellow Episcopalians from our Diocese to cheer on our Boys in Blue! Our Bishop will throw out the first pitch, and there will be fireworks after the game!
If you would like to join us, please
sign up in the office on the clipboard on the front desk
.
. The cost is $25 per ticket, and cash or a check made payable to St. Francis (please write Dodgers tickets in the note section) should be given to Elaine.
Deadline for sign-ups is Sunday, July 15th
. Questions? please contact
Hank
Go Dodgers!!!
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Family 4th Sundays
There will not be family Eucharists in July and August—but don’t forget summer Sunday School each week—meet 9:55 in the library.
and...family coffee hours continue:
Next Sunday—July 22—ice cream cones!!!
August 26—Luau!!
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Do you like to iron?
We need some help once in a while with acolyte vestments needing to be washed and ironed. If you could be a part of this exciting team please offer your services to
Liz Cook
or
Paula+
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Other News, and Coming Up!
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Parish Hall—Family Movie Night! “A Wrinkle in Time”
Next Friday, July 20, 6 p.m. Parish Hall
We will have hotdogs and popcorn and lemonade, and feel free to bring anything else you would like! Also bring a comfy chair, a blanket or sleeping bag to sit on if you want. We will have some regular chairs set up as well. Come join the fun!!!
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St Luke’s Shower & Breakfast Program for the Homeless
Next Saturday, July 21, From 7—9:30 a.m.
Volunteers (middle-school age and older) are always welcome to serve breakfast and help with clothing distribution at St. Luke's Breakfast and Showers Program The address is 525 E. 7thStreet, Long Beach, 90813. You can contact
Gayle Taylor
with questions.
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Practicing a "Radically Welcoming" Spirituality
Sundays, July 22, August 12, Board Room after both services (9:15 am to 9:45 am; 11:30 am to 12:30 am)
Canon Hank and Rev. Peter will lead this ChurchNext offering over two Sundays. Together we will watch Rev. Stephanie Spellers (Canon to Presiding Bishop Michael Curry) present on being a Radically Welcoming Christian and talk about how to help each other practice a Radically Welcoming Spirituality. We will engage our Vision Statement as "we strive to be a diverse and nurturing community, radiating God's love and peace in our ministry to the world, and welcome everyone to active worship and service."
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The Notice You’ve All Been Waiting For - The St. Francis Annual Rummage Sale!
Friday & Saturday, August 17th and 18th - 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. each day.
Collection starts Monday, August 6th.
Clean out those unwanted items in good condition and bring them to the parish hall starting Mon. Aug. 6th. Someone will be available to help you unload your car from 9:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. weekdays. Please bring items before Aug. 15th. We also need workers to help sort and price before the sale, and workers at the sale. If you have questions or can help for any amount of time please leave a message for Gloria (310) 375-8916 and I will return your call. Thanks, Gloria
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Staff Notices
Rev Laurel is away on pilgrimage July 9-17
Rev. Paula is away July 12—28. While Paula+ is away on vacation, please refer any pastoral issues or emergencies to our
Associate Rector Peter+. Cell - 626 375 5483.
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Sermons and Bulletins Online
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Sermons Online Archive
Email
Paula+, 310-375 4617 x223
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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