Please note that the ending of the staff emails is stfrancispalosverdes.org AND NOT stfrancispv.org. Mo Paula has apparently not received emails sent to her this past month with the pv.org ending only. We apologize for the inconvenience. Please change your email addresses for our staff. Thank you. 

Thank you to Charlie and Veronica Bragg and team for offering an omelette bar after the 10am service this Sunday!

Sunday School Re-Starts This Week!

For more information, please contact Kate Buchen.

 

CRASH! & eMERGE (middle and high schoolers)
New sessions start next week - September 13, 4-6pm!

 Contact: Jeannie Cobb. (310 375-4617 ext 228).

Have You Ever Wanted To Play Handbells?

On September 13 the choir will sing an anthem that has parts for several Handbell players. We'd love to include you! Let Jeannie know you're available and we'll work out a rehearsal time. Reading music is helpful, but we can coach you if you're a beginner. Contact Jeannie to volunteer or with questions. Jeannie Cobb or leave a phone message 310 375-4617 ext 228.

Missed the Free Voice Workshop Last Saturday?

Our voices are muscles. They get weak when they aren't used, but they can get stronger with exercise! As we age our voices change, and if we use our voices constantly at work they can get 'out of balance.' But help is here! Attend one or both workshops to help beginners understand healthy vocal production, and to help anyone who feels out of shape know how to get back to vocal health. Some lecturing, but mostly experiencing.

All are welcome! All ages, all genders, all levels of experience. Let this be the year that you lift your song with special joy! Let Jeannie know you're coming by email Jeannie Cobb or leave a phone message 310 375-4617 ext 228.

Choir Seeks New Singers

Our choir will sadly be losing several members this year due to retirement and moves. Now is a great time to join in the fun! Rehearsals begin Thursday, September 9, 7:15-9:00pm. No audition. A love of singing and a willingness to be reliable are the only requirements. Music reading helps, but we also are learning together, so your skills will get better. Come be part of this fun group! Contact: Email Jeannie Cobb or leave a phone message 310 375-4617 ext 228.

Save the Date - Get Connected Sunday

Dodger Night News

Our Dodgers tickets are in for Dodger Night on Friday, September 18th!
We will be handing out tickets on Sunday, September 6th and 13th and will have the tickets in the office as well. If you are still interested in going to the game and did not sign up contact the church office or Hank Gatlin or Scott Crowell. Right now we have four tickets available and may have more. The cost per ticket is $18.00. Go Dodgers! Regarding transportation, the Drauckers offer a free shuttle from the south bay to and from the game.Here is the link if you're interested in taking the shuttle.

Step Up to Jazz!

We are getting ready to embark on a new adventure--adding Jazz Vespers to our mix of worship opportunities. At this time we plan to offer a Jazz Vespers Service on the 2nd Sunday of the month at 4:00, beginning on October 11.
In addition to the monthly services we will have periodic jazz concerts--partly for just plain enjoyment and partly to raise money to support the Jazz Vesper Services.

Each of these events needs some people to support it. There is typically some set-up, sometimes a reception, ushers, and clean up involved. We would like to form a team of folks who are willing to help. If we get enough people we can all take turns and not wear anyone out! If you'd be interested in helping support the Jazz Ministry at St Francis, please respond to Jeannie Cobb. This ministry will be not only rewarding, but fun!  To volunteer or ask questions, contact Jeannie Cobb or leave a phone message 310 375-4617 ext 228.

Contact Mo. Paula

The St. Francis Vestry is very pleased to announce that Bishop Bruno has named Mother Paula as our Priest in Charge Under Special Circumstances (PIC-USC) effective April 1st! This decision initiates a formal mutual discernment period of 12 months to call Mother Paula as our Rector. As always, feel free to contact our Senior Warden Fabrizio, or any Vestry member if you have any questions regarding the Rector transition process. Any Vestry member can be contacted via the church office at 310-375-4617. You can also email Fabrizio directly.