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Godspell Thank You!
The Parable of the Sower
A GINORMOUS THANK YOU to all who gave time, talent, support, and prayer that added to the success of Godspell.
Our teens worked so hard, and it all came to a beautiful culmination! Our church family is blessed to have such a spirit of support and cooperation. Thank you!
 
Memorial service for Bill Hill 
will be held this Friday, May 27, at 3:30pm, St Francis Chapel.
Reception to follow.
Rest eternal grant to him, O Lord: And let light perpetual shine upon him. May his soul, and the souls of all the departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.

Sunday School this Week
May 29, 9:55am, Godly Play rooms & Sacristy
The children will get a tour of the sacristy by the Altar Guild member, Janet Laudeman.  This way they get to see up close how all the special parts of the Eucharist are cared for each week.  Please just bring them to the Godly Play rooms and we their teachers will lead them over.
And see below for details of upcoming class on Holy Communion for children. 
 
Combating the Cancer of Extremism  
This Tuesday, May 31, 6:00pm - 9:00pm, 
Rabbi Sharon Brous 
Edina Lekovic - Muslim Public Affairs Council Public Affairs Consultant 
Joumana Silyan-Saba - Senior Policy Analyst, City of LA Human Relations Commission 
Is it fair to blame a particular religion and the tradition's text for the atrocities of violent radicals? What should members of each tradition do to prevent the cancer of extremism in our communities, and what are the consequences if we sit idle and do nothing? Barrett Hall, St John Fisher Church, 5448 Crest Road, RPV, CA 90275.

Monday, May 30
Memorial day-Office closed
 
Our 48th Annual Antiques Show is Here!  
Gala Night!
Opening Night Party, next Wednesday June 1, 6 - 9pm,  
Show Hours June 2 & 3, 11am - 6pm And June 4, 11am-4pm
Contacts - Jamie Bellows (310) 922-1689 or
Darryl Tillman,(424) 634-2342. 
 
Opening Night Pre-sale tickets - buy now and Save!
$25 donation each, or take the deal by buying five (5) tickets for $100. Tickets will be a $40 donation at the door so signup early! Please stop by the Antiques Show display table after church, to reserve tickets, get more details and volunteer to help out! 

Wine Donations
We need wine to serve on Opening Night and during the show. Consider donating a whole case or even a bottle or 2 of red or white (no 2 buck chuck!). Whatever you can do would be greatly appreciated! You can leave your donations in Elaine Mistele's office at the church.
 
Opening Night Silent Auction
Have you got jewelry, dishes, or art to donate?  How about a weekend at a vacation condo or gift cards for a restaurant?  Do you have event tickets to donate?  Please consider a donation to the Antique Show Silent Auction. Drop off donations by Sunday, May 29, at the church office. Please email or call Terri Tsuchida, 310-971-8098 or Gayle Taylor (310-375-7038).  
 
Harvest Cupboard for Antiques Show
It's time to dig out your favorite recipes. Sweet or savory - if you make it, Harvest Cupboard can sell it. Cookies, breads, cakes, pies, candy, jams. Make now and freeze or bake fresh. Bring your donations to the H.C. any day of the antiques show from 9am until closing. We can also use your extra bags, paper, plastic, or large shopping bags. Questions? call Gloria 310 375-8916 
Thanks so much!

Volunteer Opportunities During the Show
We have a number of volunteer opportunities for you! Come join us so you can get to know each other better while enhancing the reach of our many ministries. Some volunteer needs include, but not limited to hospitality, kitchen help, parking lot/traffic support, food servers, Harvest Cupboard, Gazebo and many more. Please contact Ann Cullen (310-308-3003)
to let her know your availability and areas of interest.
 
Please help us to make this years show another great success! Proceeds from the Antiques Show benefit all areas and ministries at St. Francis. We need you!
 
    
Coming Up!

kidscommUpcoming Class for Preparing Children for Eucharist
Sunday, June 12, 2016 11:30 am - 12:30 pm, Library
Have you been wanting your children to experience receiving communion with you? Rev. Peter will lead a class to prepare your children to receive this sacrament. Bring your questions (and your children!) and come find out more about the Eucharist, the center of our worship together. Families whose children are already receiving communion and who want a "refresher" class are welcome to attend as well!
Please email Rev. Peter or Kate Buchen to let them know if you will be attending.

Adult Confirmation - June 26, 3pm
Do you want to know more about the Episcopal church, history and faith? Have you been "confirmed as a Catholic or Lutheran" and want to become an "official" Episcopalian? If you have already been confirmed then you can simply be "received" into the Episcopal Church by the Bishop. Or do you want to "refresh" and renew your baptismal vows? Mo. Paula would like to meet with any adults who would like to receive this sacrament or learn more or update their faith. There will be 2 sessions; dates TBD by group. Bishop Diane will be presiding at Eucharist and this sacrament on June 26 at 3pm at St. Cross. There will be a special teen preparation offered in 2017.  Please contact Mo. Paula through the church office, her email, or see her in person after coffee hour, etc. 

Episcopal Night With The Dodgers
Friday 2 September, 7:10pm, $20 per ticket.
Last Day for Ticket Sales is Sunday July 31.
Our "boys in blue" go against the San Diego Padres, followed by fireworks. Gates open at 5:10pm with parking opening at 4:40pm.
Sign-up sheet and envelope will soon be available at the church. 
Or visit http://stfrancisdodgers.bpt.me to purchase tickets with a credit card with no cost to the church, and only a small service charge ($1.69 per ticket).  Last day to purchase using this option is 23 July, however we will continue to take check and cash payments at the church through 31July, which is the absolute last day for sales.  Scott Crowell is this year's liaison for the event.

Habitat For Humanity - 15 volunteers needed
Having fun helping others!

and/or donate a brick! 
Saturday, August 27, 8:00am to 3:30pm
Once again, God is in need of good carpenters. No experience necessary to take part. Breakfast and lunch included.
To donate (our pledge is $1500 towards the cost of the build), donate a brick for $50, which will carry your name, and form part of a decorative wall for the family whose home we will be helping to build. Make your check to "St. Francis Church" with Habitat for Humanity in the memo section. 
Contact for sign up or questions - email Mike Spalding, or call him -  310-897-3097.
 
Sermons and Bulletins
Holy Trinity by Andrei Rublev
Worship Bulletins online.
Sermons Online Archive
Rev. Peter - Sermon May 22 - readings for  Trinity Sunday
Episcopal Weekly - May 15 - weekly newsletter from LA Diocese

Need a prayer, or to talk with the clergy?
Email Mo. Paula, 310-375 4617 x223
Email Rev. Peter, 310-375 4617 x225.  
 
You are not interrupting our work - you ARE our work!
10am coffee hour-bring your favorite snacks!
Many thanks to the Friars (men's group), for sponsoring coffee hour for this year-but they'd still love some help with taking a plate home and bringing it back the following week with goodies to share! Thank you!

Electronic Giving at St. Francis
Give by checking account, credit or debit card.
Prioritize your finances, helping you give to God's mission first.
Help you manage your giving, and access your giving account at your convenience.
Questions about our electronic giving?
Email Elaine Mistele. Or call her at the church office at 310 375 4617.