October is St Francis Month!
This Weekend...

Sat October 4, 10am
We invite you to bring your beloved pets for a Blessing of the Animals, by the side of the church in the St Francis Garden. Be sure pets are on leashes or in crates to safeguard the love!
Sunday, October 5, ONE service only - 10am
Celebrate our church patron, St Francis of Assisi. To honor the one family of God that we have become, we shall have one service at 10am, followed by a festival! In the church patio we shall have an Italian feast, a bouncy house and petting zoo!
Let us celebrate the gift of our history, the gift of our faith and the joy and legacy of St Francis! Mark that Sunday morning as a time to give thanks together!

Wine & Art Auction
Bring your check book this Sunday,
and invite your friends!

Saturday October 18th 2014
Alex Sams will be at church after the 8 and 10 services the next two weekends to sell tickets to the event. 

We will also be selling tickets ($25 each.  :-))  for the raffle for Paula's painting, The painting will be on display on St. Francis Day.

 

Questions? Or you'd like to help? Please email or call: Alex Sams, 310-375-2962.

Introduction to the Episcopal Tradition

Continues Sundays - next session Oct 19, Nov 2 at 11:45 am.
Board Room. Bring $5 for sandwich lunch
Led by The Rev. Paula Vukmanic with presentations and group discussions.
How did the Episcopal Church get started in America? In these three sessions, we will explore our roots and traditions, our spirituality and polity, meet a few men and women who have influenced our Episcopal identity, and attempt to understand who we have become in the 21st century.

Designs For Dining 2015- February 27-28
Kick-off Mtg. Oct 8th 

You Can Help us Save Paper

Have you remembered our worship bulletins are online? There's a link in this very enews - and they are usually available on the website by the Friday before worship. Download them to your tablet or smartphone in advance, or just follow along online on the website on Sunday morning.

Women of Wisdom = W.O.W.

For single and single again women over 35.
Next Friday-October 10th, 6:30pm Library
Like other small groups in the parish, this is an intentional gathering for fellowship, by thoughtful sharing or using the bible to hear what God is trying to tell us in our daily life, by praying for each other, by food and fun! Contacts: Wendy Pratt, or Colette Furbush 310 534-8503.

Coffee with the Rector

Sunday Oct 12th after each service
Just getting acquainted with St. Francis?
Want a chance to get to know our clergy a bit better and perhaps a few other newcomers, and them to know you? Join Mo. Sarah for homemade muffins,coffee and informal conversation in her office on Sunday, Oct 12 after each service.

ECW Disbursements Meeting

Sunday, October 12th from 9am-10am - men and women invited.
Let your voice be heard! Traditionally, a portion of our Antique Show fundraising (approx. $5000) goes to church projects and another portion (another approx. $5000) to outreach external to our church. The whole parish (not just the ECW) are invited to attend this meeting to discuss how the funds should be allocated.
If you have any questions or want to discuss, please feel free to reach out to Tina via email Tina van der Velden, or call her at 310-465-0418.

Don't Wash Your Car

Sunday Morning October 12th, 8am - noon

Find this week's readings in our Worship bulletins online.

Sermons Online below - or click here for our full sermon archive.

Contact Mo. Sarah or Mo. Paula