St. Stephen's in-the-Field Episcopal Church
FRIDAY JOURNAL June 24th, 2022
|
|
|
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.
|
|
|
|
9:30 AM Holy Eucharist at St. John's
|
|
|
Dear friends,
I had a rough start to my morning today and found this prayer by Ted Loden to be helpful. It’s from his book, Guerrillas of Grace. Even if you’ve had a great start to your day, it’s a good – a good one for all times.
Sustain Me in the Coming Then
O God, empty me of angry judgements,
and aching disappointments,
and anxious trying,
and breathe into me
something like quietness
and confidence,
that the lion and the lamb in me
may lie down together
and be led by a trust
as straightforward as a little child.
Catch my pride and doubt off guard
that, at least for the moment,
I may sense your presence
and your caring,
and be surprised
by a sudden joy
rising in me now
to sustain me in the coming then.
Blessings and peace,
Karen+
|
|
Sunday, June 26th, 9:30am – Holy Eucharist
at St. John’s
|
|
We continue to wear masks for our indoor services.
************NEWS FLASH!**********
St. Stephen’s church doors will be open every Sunday for worship. Services will continue to alternate with St. John’s but the live-stream from services at St. John’s will be projected at St. Stephen’s. Come to St. Stephen’s every Sunday!
|
|
Episcopal Relief & Development supports families in Ukraine.
|
|
You can also make a donation to help families in Ukraine through Episcopal Relief and Development here or the picture above.
|
|
We celebrate the LGBTQ community every year in the month of June. |
|
Joan Chittester, O.S.B., an American Benedictine nun, theologian, and author, is known for writing and speaking globally on issues of justice, peace, human rights, women's issues and contemporary spirituality in the church and in society.*
Here is a portion of a prayer offered by Sister Joan:
[God,] Give us all the grace to own our sexual identity,
whatever its orientation, as another manifestation of your goodness.
Give us the vision to recognize and reject the homophobia around us and in our own hearts as well.
May we and the Church of Jesus open our hearts and homes and sanctuaries to the gay and lesbian community, to the glory of God they bring in new voice, with different face.
Let us bless the God of differences.
Amen*
|
|
Gun Violence Awareness Month
Join Saint Andrew’s June 26th at 4pm for a Zoom conversation with Author Rosalind C. Hughes.
Meeting ID: 833 4567 1108
Passcode: 549875
We can do more than we imagine. We have all of the gifts and tools that God has given us to engage in the work of nonviolence and peace-making. What’s more, each of us is a part of the Body of Christ, and together we can do more than we envision alone.
Join a conversation designed to share inspiration, encouragement, and concrete ideas for doing the work of gun violence prevention in your community. Bring your hopes, fears, and determination to make a difference. We will, with God’s help.
|
|
Santa Maria needs pantry volunteers to box groceries between 9:00am and 11:30am on weekdays. It’s a gratifying way to make a big difference in the lives of others. Call Santa Maria Urban Ministry at 408-292-3314. You must be at least twelve years old to volunteer. |
|
Join us for our first annual harvest dinner fundraiser! Come join with your friends, family, and our beloved community for an evening of fun, food, and fellowship.
-
When: 5 – 8:30pm | Sunday October 9, 2022
- 5-6pm: Reception, Ukrainian egg painting and pumpkin decorating, and silent auction
- 6-7pm: Dinner
- 7-8pm: Dancing, pie auction, last chance at silent auction.
- 8-8:30pm: Announcing winners.
-
Where: The New Labyrinth at 7269 Santa Teresa Blvd., San José, CA 95139
-
How: Tickets are $25/adult and $5/child — buy them through our PayPal page here using your debit or credit card, or drop off a check at the office.
- What:
-
Kegs and drinks donated by Rob van der Molen
-
Grilling by Andy Lief and Trygve Thorsrud
-
Harvest centerpieces from the community garden
-
Pie auction with pies by Rowena Dizon-Burger, Jessica Dickinson Goodman, Janet Thorsrud, and more. Bidding starts at just $25!
-
Basket auction with goodies from baker Akiko Mizhashi; delicacies from baker Kristen van der Molen; a bird basket from Janet Thorsrud; and more.
-
Silent auction with kayaking lesson with Paula Scotney-Castle; website support Jessica Dickinson Goodman; tutoring sessions from Jill Vaughn for folks under 18; a small project from Andy Lief and Vaquero Construction; original from artist Debbie Wolf; electrical work (hanging lights, etc) and computer upgrades from Trygve Thorsrud; a beautiful quilt from Terre; training and installation support from beekeeper Gavin; a baking lesson from Janet Thorsrud; a lovely watercolor from artists Susan Zaballos; and more!
If you’d like to donate an item to the silent auction or help to set-up or take-down the event, please reach out to the event co-chairs Janet (thorsrud@sbcglobal.net) and Jessica (jessica.dickinson.goodman@gmail.com).
***We need more pies and baskets!***
Also if you have questions about volunteering, Ideas, or donations please contact Janet using the information above
|
|
The palo verdes
are blooming as are
the celestia
sages, the roses
and the blackberries.
the corn is crowing
higher and the small
potatoes fattening
up nicely for
the October 9th
harvest dinner
fundraiser. I hope
you can come, eat, dance,
and help us keep growing.
By Jessica Dickinson Goodman
PS: tickets are available now; $25/adult and $5/child, drop off a check or buy online:
|
|
“We cannot claim to have the last word on how we are made, on God or God’s intentions, or on the definitive nature of all God’s creatures. We need to be humble in the face of mystery and always learners.”
-Sister Janet Rozzano, RSM
|
|
Kudos to:
-Janet for donuts at Coffee Hour.
-Andy for getting the back doors to the parish hall fixed.
-Dot, Rob, Rowena, and Jill for attending the anti-racism training, A Storied Pilgrimage with Race.
-Wanda for sharing plums with everyone.
|
|
Contact Information for Rev. Karen.
Please use this new number to contact Rev. Karen for calls or texts:
(669)270-7479
|
|
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 prayer chain of committed pray-ers (who maintain confidentiality).
* tell people about your answers to prayer! and the miracles you witness, or how prayer changes YOU.
Please submit prayer requests to Rev. Karen.
|
|
Contact information for Rev. Karen: |
Personal phone for emergencies or urgent matters: (669)270-7479
|
|
Editor's Note
Please send any announcements or articles you want to have included, to: evan.bryan1@gmail.com, by Thursday, 10am each week.
Evan Bryan
|
|
St. Stephen's in-the-Field Episcopal Church
7269 Santa Teresa Blvd; San Jose, CA 95139
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
