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Oct 30th - Nov 6th 2014

This Sunday
November 2nd, 2014

21st Sunday
after Pentecost 
 
 


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Sundays
8am Rite I Eucharist
  
10am
Choral Eucharist
Rite II

Wednesdays
12:10
Eucharist Rite I

 

 

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Clocks Change this Weekend
Set your clocks an hour back on Saturday night - we have an extra hour in bed!
Introduction to the Episcopal Tradition
Last session this Sunday 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.
Giving and receiving
Generous God, Generous People
Our 4th testimony - from Gayle Taylor - recounts a 30 year journey at St Francis, in many roles. In particular, Gayle shares her experience of the tremendous support and love which got her through the recent and traumatic, illness and sudden passing of her husband Craig. She reminds us that this community doesn't come free, and that whatever you can give contributes to the riches of pastoral care which can then be outpoured upon anyone those who needs it.
Generous God Generous People 4: Gayle Taylor
Generous God Generous People 4: Gayle Taylor
It's Photo Album Time Again!
Click this link to see the photo album from the wonderful Art and Wine Auction.

PLUS!!

The Party Continues.....

Saturday January 10th, 2015 - 5pm  

tickets $50 per person 

There is still one auction item left from the St. Francis Art and Wine Event.  Jill Fenske and Kelly Lynch have graciously opened their home for a wonderful party.  Join other parish members and friends for an adults only night of beautiful views, good friends, gourmet food, and incredible wines.  The date is Saturday, January 10, 2015 at 5 p.m.  No need to be the highest bidder.  For just $50 a person you will be a part of one of the first parties of the New Year.  Checks can be made out to St. Francis with'Jan. 10 party' in the memo line.  We will be taking reservations until November 30.  Hope to see you there! Alex Sams. 

WANTED!
Position open for talented, creative Christmas decorator.
Altar Guild is seeking talent from the pews to help create and execute decorations for our beautiful Christmas season. We know YOU are out there; you have a flair for decorating and you love Christmas. Come forward; remember one must not hide one's talent under a bushel. Please contact Lisa Jester at 310-378-7042. Don't be shy!
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.

Coming Up! 

Dementia -
National Take the Tour Day 
Thurs November 6th, 12:00 pm -�- 4:00 pm
Stand in Solidarity for the 5.4 Million Americans living with dementia.
The Virtual Dementia Tour is a scientifically proven method of building a greater understanding of dementia through the use of patented sensory tools and instruction. Free and open to the public! Reservation recommended. Please RSVP to: Senior Helpers [email protected], 310-379-5675.
All-Star Jazz Concert
Saturday November 8th, 7pm.
Hear Mundell lowe, legendary jazz guitarist; Ron Eshete, seven-string guitar virtuoso; and Jim Hughart, one of the most sought-after bassists working today, plus KJazz 88.1 FM's Bubba Jackson!
No admission charge - free-will offering. Funds to benefit the establishment of 'Jazz Vespers' coming to St Francis 2015.
Presented by the St Francis Episcopal Church Music Ministries.
To Thank You for Your Generosity -- Coffee, mimosas, and more!
Sunday, Nov 9 after each Sunday service
Join your fellow parishioners for a special treat on Sunday, Nov. 9 after each service -- mimosas and extra-special goodies to eat -- and allow our St. Francis Generosity Team to help us celebrate with gratitude a wonderful 2014 in which we've touched so many lives in so many different ways through the power of love. We will also take a look ahead with enthusiasm to all that God is calling us to be about in the year ahead. This will be a 30 minute presentation. Child care will be provided.
Exploring The Book Of Common Prayer
Sundays Nov 16 and Dec 7 at 11:45 am.
Library
. Bring $5 for sandwich lunch
Led by The Very Rev. Paula Vukmanic
These two sessions will uncover the fascinating history of the Book of Common Prayer (BCP), from the vision of Henry the 8th in the 16th century to the 1978 Book of Common Prayer. We will look at the amazing contents of the BCP and how it frames our public and private worship and prayer. The Book of Common Prayer is in every pew of the chapel and church and is the framework of our Episcopal identity. Let's look at what is inside and unpack its impact on us!
Military Outreach
Fun and Friendship at our Packing session:
Sunday, November 16
from 3-5 pm. 5008 Milne Drive, Torrance. Please call if you are coming so we have enough boxes - 310-316-5941. Julie McGovern and Susie Zimmerman thank you from the bottom of our hearts for helping any way you can.
bulletins
Find this week's readings in our Worship bulletins online.

Sermons Online below - or click here for our full sermon archive.
 
Mo Paula  - Readings for 20th Sunday after Pentecost.
 

Need a prayer, or to talk with the clergy? 

Contact Mo. Sarah or Mo. Paula
or via the church office on 310-375 4617.   

 

You are not interrupting our work -  

you ARE our work!

 

Or just come to any or all of our services, and take a moment to sit quietly, light a candle in memory, or to symbolize your feeling, and let God be God - in you - for a few small, still moments. With blessings and prayers for comfort and love. 

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