St. Stephen's in-the-Field Episcopal Church
FRIDAY JOURNAL July 5th, 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: July 7th
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8 am Holy Eucharist
10 am
Holy Eucharist
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Editor's Note: For further instructions, see
"New Instructions For Access To Server Schedule" below.
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Message From Rev. Karen
Dear friends in Christ,
Last night I watched the fireworks over Foster City from Brit's apartment balcony and the view was spectacular. It was a real treat. I hope you had a wonderful day yesterday and were able to enjoy some fireworks too! I offer the following excerpt on a Christian perspective around Independence Day. I wish I could say I wrote it, but I didn't. The author, The Rev. Canon Scott Gunn is an Episcopal priest who serves as executive director of Forward Movement.
Peace,
Karen+
"I am proud to be a citizen of the United States, and I am profoundly grateful for the freedoms I enjoy. On national days like this one, I give thanks for those who have fought for freedom and especially for those who gave their lives for our nation. This country is great, and that greatness is the fruit of sacrifice for generation after generation.
But as much as I give thanks for this nation, as a Christian, I know that Jesus always has first claim on me. Jesus, who cared for the vulnerable and the poor. Jesus, who always spoke the truth in love. Jesus, who freed us from sin but taught that we had an obligation to care for others. Jesus, who willingly gave his life for me and for the whole world. Jesus, perfect love.
So on Independence Day, when I pray, I am praying for a nation where violence is no longer heard in our land (Isaiah 60). I am praying for a land that offers good news to the poor and which offers freedom to the oppressed (Luke 4). I am praying for a land that welcomes strangers and cares for prisoners (Matthew 25). I am praying for a land in which we use our freedoms first and foremost to care for others (Galatians 5)."
-The Rev. Scott Gunn, exerpt from "Scott Gunn: A prayer for our country on Independence Day"
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Summer Book Group
Our summer book group will begin Tues July 16
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(10:30-12:00) We will be reading
"Gifts of God for the People of God": Exploring Worship in the Episcopal Church."
by Furman L. Buchanan.
Please see or send an email (revkaren@ssitf.org) to Rev. Karen if you are interested.
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Village House Volunteers
The shelter has moved to Cathedral of Faith at 2315 Canoas Garden Ave for the month of July. Pastor Robert indicates they can use some volunteers to help with their operation while many are away on vacation. As always, they especially need folks to help with overnight shifts. Working just one shift for the month can have a big impact! Find out more and and see how you can help by clicking on the link below:
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Lainie and Kaylie Moniz are playing in the production
Legally Blond
at the Montgomery Theater in San Jose.
Confirmations and Celebration! Show times:
Saturday, July 27. . .7pm
Sunday, July 28. . . . .6pm
Friday, Aug 2. . . . . . 7pm
Saturday, Aug3. . . . 2pm
Sunday, Aug 4. . . . . .1pm
Save a date, go as a group and carpool!
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How can I help?
Back pack season is almost here! SMUM is changing things up a bit this year. To receive a backpack you have to register and then the back packs will be picked up with their box of food. No special to pick up.
SMUM is asking for gift card donations. They say Target is best. Please remember them when the next gift card order is due on July 14
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From the photo's you can see the way produce is distributed has also changed. Now fruits and vegetables are set up in the open and everyone can pick what they want. Makes the boxes of food they pick up much lighter and easier for the loading crew as there is less to pack into the boxes. The atmosphere resembles a farmers market.
Come and check it out any first or third Saturday of the month.
Don't forget to order gift cards!!
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"We hold these truths to be self-evident: that all men are created equal; that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights; that among these are life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness."
--Thomas Jefferson
"We must be free not because we claim freedom, but because we practice it."
--William Faulkner
"Refresh thy people on their toilsome way, lead us from night to never ending day; fill all our lives with love and grace divine, and glory, laud, and praise be ever thine."
--"God of our fathers. . .",The Hymnal 1982, words by Daniel C Roberts, music
by George W. Warren (
National Hymn)
"I like to see a man proud of the place in which he lives. I like to see a man live so that his place will be proud of him."
--Abraham Lincoln
"For to be free is not merely to cast off one's chains, but to live in a way that respects and enhances the freedom of others."
--Nelson Mandela
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-Joyful Noise Band
-Suzanne's flexibility with changes to our worship plans
-Ryan Kelly for mowing this week.
-Eric Samson for spreading humor and laughter.
-All who stand to greet and welcome people as they enter the church.
-Lectors and those who are always willing to step in when someone can't be here.
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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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