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Oct 29 - Nov 5 2015

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November 1, 2015

All Saints Day
 
 


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Blessings to All For Saints Day This Sunday

In gratitude for all the good and holy people 
who have blessed our lives, we pray...
God we are grateful.
 
In gratitude for all those who have spent their lives and energy
taking care of the poor and sick and dying, we pray...
God we are grateful.
 
In gratitude for all those who have spoken up for justice, we pray...
God we are grateful.
 
In gratitude for all the peacemakers in our world, we pray....
God we are grateful.
 
In gratitude for those who have been made to suffer or have been imprisoned for their work for what is good and just, we pray...
God we are grateful.
 
In gratitude for all who have given their lives as they have lived out the call to work for peace and justice, we pray...
God we are grateful.
 
~ from the Center of Concern website. https://www.coc.org
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Military Outreach - Last Day to Donate is
Next Sunday - November 8
Packing day is Sunday, November 8, 2015 from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Gifts and comfort from home mailed in time to arrive for the holidays. Please place your items in the Military Outreach Baskets in the Board Room.  So that we have enough boxes on hand, if you will be helping to pack, please call Susie Zimmerman at 310-316-5941 or Thank you card from childemail Julie McGovern to let us know you're coming. Many hands make quick work.
See our list for what to bring.

And don't forget - Please have your children write a thank you card to stick inside the  boxes.  Patriotic drawings, prayers, etc. are great! Remember NO LAST NAMES of CHILDREN. 
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Small Group  Henry Nowen - Reaching Out
Henry Nouwen's - Reaching Out: The Three Movements Of The Spiritual Life

Six Tuesdays Beginning November 10 At 6:30pm
Meet at the home of Alison Houghton-Kral (a simple dinner to be served). Facilitated by Alison Houghton-Kral and Valmere Kasala.

 
Henri Nouwen was one of the most significant writers on spirituality of the late twentieth century. We will be using his spiritual classic Reaching Out as a springboard for examining and deepening our spiritual lives in the context of a small nurture group. There will be time for reflection and prayerful practice. If you are interested, or even a little curious please do not hesitate to email Alison, or call her on 310-218 8431.
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STAR WARS!
NO Star Wars this week - Happy Halloween!
The story continues next week - Fridays at 6:30pm
As an opportunity to prepare ourselves for the release in December of Episode VII The Force Awakens... Bring snacks and drinks to share and prepare for great fellowship and fun!
Friday, November 6    6:30  Episode V    The Empire Strikes Back   Parish Hall
Friday, November 13  6:30  Episode VI   Return of the Jedi           Parish Hall
Questions? Contact Jeannie Cobb.
[These movies are shown under the authority of our CVLI License.]
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Coming Up! 
jazzJazz Vespers  Jazz Vespers Nov 8 
Sunday November 8, 4pm 
The second of our new worship service - on the second Sunday of every month, this devotional service uses music as its spiritual language. Click here for this month's musicians...
godgiverGod the Giver
Living in the Kingdom of God is to be aware of the abundance with which God surrounds us. God's gifts to us are too numerous to count, and even too numerous for us to see. This fall, we are exploring the reality of "God the Giver", and how we respond. One way we respond is by giving from what we have been entrusted with to God's mission and ministry through St. Francis. Between now and November 15th, we will hear members of our community share stories of their experiences of God's gifts here at St. Francis. Each week our bulletin will include a "God the Giver" insert, with a reflection on the Gospel reading by a lay or ordained leader in the Episcopal Church. We will also share, through print form, stories of how God is transforming people through St. Francis, and how we use money here for God's mission and ministry.

On November 15th, we will gather our giving commitments (pledge cards) for 2016. We will place these in the offering baskets, and they will be blessed on the altar. After the 10am service, we will have a festive Mimosa Brunch to celebrate who we are, God's abundance in our lives, and our response.
jazzJackSt Francis Jazz Series presents Jack Petersen and friends
Saturday, November 21, 7pm
Evening hosted by Kjazz Radio personality Bubba Jackson
No Admission Charge. Donations welcome to support our Jazz Vespers Series.
Click here for full details... 
kriskAdvent Wreath-Making - Advent Sunday, November 29 (Sunday after Thanksgiving)
 
Your family tradition starts here - sign up now for your materials at Coffee Hour or in the Office.  Brass, 10" candle base ($10) and/or set of 4 taper candles ($5).

Also on Advent Sunday - enjoy a fabulous breakfast
courtesy of our Friars. 
Have someone else cook for you after the rush of Thanksgiving! 
kriskIt's Back - Kris Kringle Faire!!!
Sunday, December 6, 3:00 - 6:00pm
This is a fun opportunity to give to St Francis! Contribute in any of the following ways: *Ornaments, crafts, quilted items, needlepoint, knitted items *Jams, jellies, cookies, candy...festive eats & sweets *Christmas plants *Silent auction items, Christmas gift baskets Or host a Kris Kringle Table such as: Hot Chocolate, Holiday Eats & Sweets, Carolers, Mulled Wine, Christmas Plants, Fresh Greenery Swags, Bratwurst, Santa Photos, Art, Silent Auction, Music, Christmas Crafts, Jewelry, Raffle. We can also use help in Ticket Sales, Decorating and Publicity. Just let us know what suits you best.
Contact: Email or call Terri Tsuchida 310-971-8098;  or Gayle Taylor 310-375-7038. 
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 Oct 25 -  22nd Sunday after Pentecost  
 

Need a prayer, or to talk with the clergy? 

Contact 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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