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November 8, 2015

24th Sunday After Pentecost 
 
 


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Military Outreach - Last Day to Donate &
Packing Date - this Sunday - November 8
Packing day is this 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. 
jazzJazz Vespers  Jazz Vespers Nov 8 
This 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...
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NEW - Environmental Stewardship
A new team is forming...
...seeking to help our parish become a better steward of our environment. As part of our Justice and Peace ministries, this "Greening Team" will make recommendations to our vestry to improve how we operate in terms of environmental stewardship. Our goal will be to achieve a "Greening Congregation Certification" through Earth Ministry, a Seattle based organization advocating for environmental stewardship and Christian mission. Learn more here.
If you are interested, email JR, or speak with him in person. 
godgiverGod the Giver - Mimosa Brunch
Next Sunday - Nov 15, after both services 
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 each service, we will have a festive Mimosa Brunch to celebrate who we are, God's abundance in our lives, and our response.
Can't find your pledge cards? 
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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 this Tuesday - 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!
The story continues  - 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.]
Memory Boosters
Tuesday, November 10th - 10:30am to noon
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Coming Up! 
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. 
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Find this week's readings in our Worship bulletins online.

Sermons Online below - or click here for our full sermon archive.  
Rev. Peter Huang - Readings for Nov 1 -  All Saints 
 

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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Please Let us Know.. In order to keep all our records current, don't forget to let the office know if you or your family's details have changed.  Email mary.sanchez@stfrancispv.org with your changes. Many thanks.