Weekly e-pistle 05/29/2016

St. Paul's           E-pistle          May 26, 2016 This Sunday, May 29th 2nd Sunday after Pentecost God hears every prayer-the prayer of the outsider as well as the prayer of the insider. The attentive nature of our God is evident as God comes to us again and again in the word and in the supper. "Ascribe to the Lord the honor due the holy name; bring offerings and enter the courts of the Lord." Do it today. Holy Communion - 11 AM   All are welcome to receive Communion! Sunday's Readings: 1 Kings 8:22-23, 41-43        Psalm 96:1-9         Galatians 1:1-12         Luke 7:1-10 Sunday's chancel flowers: are given to the glory of God by Melinda Bach in Celebration of Lorree Lucas's Birthday on May18th.     Happening Around St. Paul's Check out our website  Installation ceremony and reception of Reverend Dr. Dawn Roginski on Sunday, May 22nd.  On this day of celebration Pr. Carlton Monroe delivered the sermon. Pr. Monroe was joined by Pr. William (Bill) Embree to conduct the installation of  Pr. Dawn. Members of the Vallejo Choral Society, including member Pr. Dawn, St. Paul's choir members and musicians from Holy Trinity performed special music.  All attendees were invited to join in fellowship after the Installation. Thank you to all who helped  A note from Karen Spears: A most sincere thank you to the many, many hands that helped to make the reception for Pastor Dawn the lovely and delicious event that it was.  You are all marvelous. Thank you for all your help on Sunday and a big thanks to Keith for all his hard work outside on Saturday. A very small crew for a very big joy, but the grounds looked great. Blessings, Karen What Does the Future of the ELCA look like to you? The ELCA is in a process to discern its future. They are soliciting feedback from both rostered and lay leaders. I would encourage everyone to go to the link and give the ELCA your thoughts.     www.elca.org/future   SPECIAL CONGREGATION MEETING - SUNDAY JUNE 19TH There will be a special congregation meeting following the worship service on Sunday June 19th.  This meeting is being held at the request of the Building Committee to share their findings and recommendations regarding the two annex buildings. Please plan to attend to hear the committees recommendations and be part of the decisions that move us forward. See the bulletin board in the fellowship hallway or a committee member if you'd like more information.   HAPPENING IN THE COMMUNITY Vallejo Farmers Market Beginning Saturday, May 28th we will be joining in fellowship with the volunteers from Holy Trinity to staff a booth at the Vallejo Farmers Market.  We are looking for volunteers from St. Paul's to help.  Please  sign up for a 2 hour time block to help in the booth and spread the word.  See Kathy Sutin or       Pr. Dawn if you have any questions or want more information. Summer Lunch Program Sadly, we have been notified by the Director of the Summer Lunch Program that St. Paul's Lutheran Church will not be a host site for lunch distribution this year.  Due to low participation it is not cost effective for the program to deliver to our site.  Thank you to all who have given your time and support to this program over the years. Brown Bag Meal Ministry Remember the hungry on street corners and elsewhere by having a Brown Bag Meal handy in your car to offer these folks. The bags are available for pick-up at church, along with envelopes to donate the $4.00 it costs to fill a bag. The donation, however, is optional. Please record your name, the date, and number of bags you take. Give generously and joyfully! Serving God Sunday, May 22nd: Presiding Minister The Reverend Dawn Roginski Assisting Minister Dean Ahlberg Crucifier/Acolyte Lector Karen Spears Ushers  John Patten & Don Ockrassa Organist & Pianist Cesar Cancino Fellowship Hosts Judy Faye & Anita Patten Sacristans Kim Hervey & Natalie Croinex The Coming This Week at St. Paul's: Check out our website for the full months calendar:   Sunday, May 29th    2nd  Sunday after Pentecost 11:00 a.m. Eucharist Monday, May 30th   Memorial Day Counters:  Don Johnson & Wayne Olson Tuesday, May 31st     Wednesday, June 1st 7:00 p.m. C.O.D.A  Thursday, June 2nd   Friday, June 3rd Saturday, June 4th Sunday, June 5th   3rd Sunday after Pentecost 11:00 a.m. Eucharist Commemorations for the Week Jiri Tranovsky, hymnwriter, died 1637 Sunday, May 29, 2016 Tranovsky is considered to be the father of Slovak hymnody as well as an important reformer of the Slavic church. He translated the Augsburg Confession (the basis of Lutheran teachings) and published a collection of Slovak hymns. Visit of Mary to Elizabeth Tuesday, May 31, 2016 This festival marks the occasion when Mary, pregnant with Jesus, visited her cousin Elizabeth who was herself pregnant with John. Elizabeth pronounced Mary "blessed among women," and Mary responded with the song called the Magnificat. Justin, martyr at Rome, died around 165 Wednesday, June 01, 2016 Born of pagan parents, Justin was influenced by an elderly Christian in Ephesus. He became a teacher of philosophy and the Christian faith. Jailed for practicing an unauthorized religion, he refused to renounce his faith and was beheaded. The Martyrs of Uganda, died 1886 Friday, June 03, 2016 On June 3, 1886, thirty-two young men were burned to death for refusing to renounce Christianity. The confident manner in which these Christians went to their deaths contributed to a much stronger Christian presence in Uganda. John XXIII, Bishop of Rome, died 1963 Friday, June 03, 2016 When elected pope, the former Angelo Roncalli was expected to be a short-term caretaker. He showed great spirit, though, and convened the Second Vatican Council which helped bring great changes to Roman Catholic and other churches. Christ's Care List Healing of body, mind and spirit:   Enrique Arellano Tom & Connie Bell Calie & Robert Bremer (Jessica Nelson's daughter and son in-law) Vera Bennett Cassie Bremer (Jessica Nelson's daughter) Kathy Campas-Sutin Juan Caudillo Marty Clark Clyde & Mary (friends of Angelia Siragusa) Margaret Cole Wayne (Vera Bennett's friend) Carleen Embree Dee Fix Harold Fix Helen Gainey (Vera Bennett's friend) Shirley Gonsalves Amy Hanus (friend of Karen Spears) Bessie Hawkins (Vera Bennett's friend) Sheldon Heitz Anna Hervey Donald Hervey Sam Hervey Phyllis Huseby (Jody Schumacher's aunt) Jan Jackson Gladys Jones (Kathy Campas-Sutin's Mother) Louisa Johnson Caryl Kroan Rick Kroan Veronica Laird (friend of Keith & Sonya Domingo) Loree Lucas Carol Massie (friend of Valda Rose) Pr. Larry Nelson (John Patten's friend) Luna Nightshade Nikkie (Vera Bennett's goddaughter) Anita Patten Dean Pollock (Jody Schumacher's brother) Justin Pollock (Jody Schumacher's great nephew) Alissa Princewell Angelia Siragusa Gary Schumacher Angelika Shanley Angela Smith (Bev Smith's daughter) Mike Tomlinson (Teresa Arellano's brother) Schiann Towle (Lisa & Dwayne Olson's daughter) Ben Tyler (Mike Tomlinson's husband) Bill & Betty Valentine (Vera Bennett's friends) Ian Wald (friend of Jody Schumacher) Steve Wald (friend of Jody Schumacher) Steve West (Don & Louisa Johnson's friend) Those who grieve: The friends and family of The family and friends of Vivian M. Orzilli. (Mother of Vicki Orzilli Pyle) We also pray for: The communities of both St. Paul's and Holy Trinity as we transition to a two point parish. Safety in our community - An end to racism and other injustice A just and lasting peace in the Holy Land Refugees Those serving in the armed forces St. Paul's Lutheran Church The Reverend Dr. Dawn Roginski 650.771.4241 (cell) pastordawn@stpaulsvallejo.org 707-643-5761 (Church) 1300 Tuolumne Street Vallejo, California 94590

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