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This Sunday - Coffee and Conversation With Clergy 
After Both Services - Board Room
Pick up your coffee and snacks and join us for a time of Coffee and Conversation with Mo. Paula and Rev. Peter! For this installment of C&C, bring your questions about the Episcopal Church. Together we'll explore who we are and why we do what we do!
Also this Sunday - Jazz Vespers
Sunday July 10, 4pm.  
Long summer evenings beckon for you to inspire your Sunday nights with the soul of live jazz. Free-will offering, but no fee for admission. Refreshments after the service.
Memorial service for Phil Simon
This Saturday, July 9, 11:00am 
The memorial service for long time parishioner Phil Simon, will be held this Saturday, July 9, at 11:00am, St Francis Chapel.

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.
Instant Choir
Our choir is on summer schedule, which means there are no mid-week rehearsals. We meet at 9:00am on Sunday mornings to learn the music for the day, and we would love to have anyone join us! We will help you figure out what you need to know. We will continue this schedule through July 31. So, meet us in the church at 9:00am any Sunday through July. You'll have fun, and we will gratefully welcome you. Contact Jeannie Cobb with questions.
Sunday School - July through September 4 (Labor Day) 
Playground Ministry: (ages 3 approx.-11) meet at the front of the parish hall by 9:55am, Children will have a short outing on the Town & Country playground before returning to their families in the service in time for Communion.
Mo. Paula Vacation 
July 11 through July 30.
For pastoral emergencies during this time, please call The Rev. Peter Huang on his cell phone, 626  375 5483.  Peter+ lives in Pasadena and if he cannot respond to the pastoral situation he will call The Rev. Ruth Eller who lives in San Pedro.  (While I am away, I will keep you in prayer and ask God's healing love to be with you all.  Mo. P+)
Coming Up!
Next Sunday - Jazz Concert
Jim Fox - Bob Bain Jazz Guitar Duo with Paul Gormley on bass
Saturday, July 16 at 7:00pm
St Francis is honored to have these international jazz stars to play at our campus!
Among the many "A List" artists on whose recordings you've heard Jim Fox play are Rod Stewart, Barry Manilow, and Bette Midler. For 20 years, until Frank Sinatra, Jr. passed away, Jim was his guitarist. He is currently the "west coast" guitarist for Michael Feinstein. Jim has also performed at the White House for 6 U.S. Presidents.

Simply put, Bob Bain played on just about every hit Johnny Mandel has ever written. He was also Henry Mancini's guitarist of choice. Bob had a regular gig that lasted 20 years as the guitarist in Doc Severinsen's "Tonight Show" Band. And that guitar you hear at the beginning of every episode of the television show M*A*S*H - that's Bob too!
Many thanks to Steve Kinigstein, and all those who help preparing for and setting up events for the energy and love which brings this very special musical Ministry to St Francis.  
2nd Annual "Dinner & A Movie" Night
Under The Arches Saturday, July 30
Appetizers & Libations at 6:30pm
Dinner-7:00pm by Mr. J's Kitchen ...Gourmet Taco Bar!
Movie-7:45pm "Night at the Museum" (PG, 1hr 48min)
Popcorn and churros available during the movie. Bring your adult or other beverage of choice, blankets and beach/camp chairs. $15 per person - or special - 4 for $50!
Click here to RSVP (includes link to pay online)
Direct link to pay online with credit card or ATM - no hassle! 
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.
"How To Be A Crazy Christian" With Presiding Bishop Michael Curry
Sunday August 14, after Both Services - Board Room  Are you looking to be encouraged in your journey of faith? Please join us for this video class with our Presiding Bishop. Bishop Curry, an inspiring and gifted speaker, has a heart for reawakening believers to the tremendous gift and challenge of giving our all to follow Jesus. His term for this kind of person is a Crazy Christian. Rev. Peter will facilitate this class that utilizes our St. Francis Online Academy curriculum.
Click here for more information. 
Habitat For Humanity - 15 volunteers needed and/or donate a brick!
Having fun helping others
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.
Neighborhood Church Good Grief Support Group
Starts Tuesday Six Friday Evenings - July 15th Through August 19th. 7:00-8:30pm.
The Parlour Of Neighbourhood Church, 415 Paseo Del Mar, Palos Verdes Estates, Ca 90274
We experience grief when a spouse, child, parent, sibling, colleague, or beloved friend dies. it's an acute loss--a sorrow that softens only with caring support and time-and the memory is never completely erased. this group's aim is to support and aid the bereaved to enable a positive resolution of their grief, and to help foster their emotional and physical health. Registration is open to all members of the congregation and the community who have experienced the loss of a loved one by death. there is no charge. Lois and Sam Bloom, Stephen ministers, are the facilitators, and have led other bereavement support groups in the community for many years.
Art and Wine-Save the Date!
Saturday, October 8 from 6:00-9:00pm
Back by popular demand! Put the date on the calendar and invite a friend or three. The more the merrier! There will be delicious food, festive music, art, wine, beer, plenty of non-alcoholic drinks, and fellowship. This is a fundraiser for St. Francis. Besides bringing guests, let us know if you would like to help in anyway. We could always use fun and exciting silent auction items. This year we will also be having a mystery wine grab. We could use lots of donated wine, bottles from $10 and up. If you can donate wine or money toward that, it would be great. If you have any questions or want to help, please email Jennifer and Alex Sams or call 310-375-2962. 
Sermons and Bulletins
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
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Questions about our electronic giving?
Email Elaine Mistele. Or call her at the church office at 310 375 4617.