St. Stephen's in-the-Field Episcopal Church
FRIDAY JOURNAL August 6th, 2021
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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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Dear Friends,
I sure do like bread. I like it so much but I rarely keep any at home. It’s just
too tempting. I can smell it as I’m writing. I can imagine breaking open a nice, warm, French roll – slabbing on some butter or jam, and taking a generous bite. Yum . . .
I’ve decided to give in to temptation this week. I’m going to find a bakery and buy a nice fresh loaf of bread and indulge – with real butter. I’m going to savor every moment and go back for more the next day – just until Sunday.
My intention is to remember how wonderful Jesus is and that it is his love that keeps me coming back for more. This is the third Sunday of five in a row that we will talk about Jesus being the bread of life. What else is there to say?
I think I’ll ruminate on that with a nice slice of warm bread and butter. Anyone know of a good local bakery?
Blessings and peace,
Karen+
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10:00 am indoors at St. Stephen’s
Our service will be indoors, with masks. We will continue to alternate Sunday services between St. John’s and St. Stephen’s.
Everyone is welcome to attend all services!
They will also be live streamed so that if you are not physically at church, you can participate from home with the rest of the congregation gathered at the church.
Click below for links to the service and bulletin.
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COFFEE HOUR
Coffee Hour is after the service this Sunday.
Bring some goodies to share!
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The Episcopal Church Women’s Mary Lou Thompson Retreat will be held August 27-28, 2021.
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This year’s theme is “Moving Forward: The Path of Love.”
The St. Francis Retreat Center in lovely San Juan Bautista is a beautiful location. This is a peaceful place to process our concerns in the light of our Christian Faith. We will gain insights into how we wish to proceed in the coming months as we transition into 2022.
All are welcome to attend, family, friends, and fellow parishioners who are seeking a deeper experience of healing and renewal.
The costs for this 24-hour retreat (includes overnight accommodations and three meals) will be $180, shared room; $220, single room, and $110, commuter. Partial scholarships are available. More details to follow.
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Bishop Lucinda's official portrait
Bishop Lucinda Ashby's official portrait, taken in Pacific Grove beside Monterey
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Bay, has been selected and 11x14" prints are beginning production. The portraits will be distributed later this month throughout the Diocese of El Camino Real and will be ready to frame. |
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Cardboard needed!
Please bring in all that cardboard you know you’ve been wanting to get rid of! The landscapers (Jessica & Co.) need it for weed control on the embankment.
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THE LABYRINTH IS ALMOST DONE!
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Susan and Robin have been on their hands and knees for a second week in a row. They come early in the morning to avoid the heat, set-up a rest/lunch area under the shade of a tree, don their gloves and get busy – and for that we are deeply grateful! Now that it’s clean, touch up and sealing are next. Almost there! |
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Poem from the Garden
On Tuesday night a
little girl in a pink
poodle skirt flounced
around and around
the coiling maroon
lines of the newly
painted labyrinth
as her grandparents
from Iglesia
ni Cristo smiled
on; it was a small,
soft, joyful moment
in the peaceful golden
late summer light.
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Food for thought:
“Worrying is carrying tomorrow’s load with today’s strength – carry two days at once. It is moving into tomorrow ahead of time. Worrying does not empty tomorrow of its sorrow; it empties today of its strength. “
-Corrie ten Boom
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Kudos to:
-Susan and Robin for being on their knees for hours this week again.
-Wanda for tending to the rose garden and sharing strawberries on Sundays.
-Janet for baking such wonderful bread for communion.
-Evan, our expert newsletter editor.
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New Contact Information for Rev. Karen!
Please use this new number to contact Rev. Karen for calls or texts:
(669)270-7479
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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 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.
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Contact information for Rev. Karen: |
Personal phone for emergencies or urgent matters: (669)270-7479
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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
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St. Stephen's in-the-Field Episcopal Church
7269 Santa Teresa Blvd; San Jose, CA 95139
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