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Aug. 21, 2019
BLESSING OF THE BACKPACKS
Sunday @ 10 a.m.

In preparation for back to school this fall, students and educators of all ages are invited to bring your school bag of choice for a special blessing at the 10 a.m. service! We wish you -- and your backpack -- a healthy, happy, learning-filled year!
NEWS & EVENTS

YOUTH & CHILDREN SUMMER RECAP: Sunday @ 8 a.m. & 10 a.m.
During both services on Aug. 25 , we will hear recaps from our children and youth summer events (Middle School Mission Trip, Glory Ridge, and Vacation Bible School). Come and hear of how the Spirit is moving in our midst!

SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHER BREAKFAST & ORIENTATION: Sunday @ 9:15 am
Have you been thinking of ways to get more involved in our Children's or Youth Ministry? If so, please join us for our Sunday School Teachers Breakfast on Sunday, Aug. 25 , at 9:15 a.m. in the Cornerstone Classroom. Come learn about all the different ways we could use your help on Sundays during the school year! Please RSVP to Felicia Cole at youth@stfrancisgreensboro.org .
KICKOFF SUNDAY, SEPT. 8!
Join us for our annual Fall Kickoff after the 10:30 a.m. service. Enjoy food and fun, and register the kids for Sunday School!

Sunday services will begin at 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. beginning Sunday, Sept. 8 , as we resume our regular fall schedule.
SEEKING YOUNG VOICES
All young people ages 7-18 are invited to join our Junior Choir. This is an opportunity to sing and learn more about music while being a part of our worship. We will begin on Sunday, Sept. 8 , at 4;30 p.m. in the Choir Room. The Junior Choir sings during the 10:30 a.m. service several times each year in addition to leading the Christmas Pageant. For more information, contact Jane Woody at (336) 855-3884 or ariahere@hotmail.com .

ST. CLAIRE WOMEN: Sept. 18
Please join the St. Clare Women Wednesday, Sept. 18 , at 11:00 a.m. in the parish hall. If you are new to our parish, this is a great way to meet your fellow parishioners. Come join us for a light lunch in a cool spot after a long, hot summer! If not on contact list, RSVP to Mary Plybon at maryplybon1@gmail.com or (336) 207-7192.
TENNIS SOCIAL CANCELED
Due to low participation, we are cancelling the tennis social scheduled for this weekend. If you would be interested in this event if it’s rescheduled in the future, please send an email to parishlife@stfrancisgreensboro.org .
JEWISH & CHRISTIAN EXPLORATIONS: Sept. 10
Immerse yourself in a new six-week Explorations series and discover the art, history, and intrigue that surround the 10 amazing tapestries of Raphael. Begins Sept. 10 . RSVP by Aug. 24  if you plan to attend this Explorations series. All Explorations presentations are held in the Saint Francis parish hall: Tuesdays 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. p.m. Lectures begin promptly at 7:02 p.m.! For questions or additional information, contact Samuel Moss at:  ncmosses@earthlink.net .

LAST SUNDAY FOR AUGUST DIAPER DRIVE!
Diapers in sizes 4, 5, and 6 are especially needed. Bring your remaining donations to church services This Sunday . and leave them at the Welcome Table.

BRIDGET'S ANGELS UP & WEEDING
Thank you to all who have volunteered to take a pocket of the St. Francis landscape to weed and nurture. There are a few garden pockets left, so if you are so inclined to volunteer your time and gardening talents, contact Linda Allgood to see the map. Your fellow gardeners are: Blanche Stevens, Sherry Welch, Mary Flinn, Betty Barry, Liz Daniel, Sandra Shields, Ella Wertz, the Isners, Kit Hargett, Felicia Cole and the EYC, and Bruce Lyon. Please go ahead and begin weeding at your convenience. Donation and spreading bags of mulch in your pocket would be much appreciated! We will organize a meeting soon!
St. Francis Episcopal Church | 3506 Lawndale Drive, Greensboro, NC 27408
(336) 288-4721 | www.stfrancisgreensboro.org