Weekly e-pistle 07/03/2016

St. Paul's           E-pistle          June 30, 2016 This Sunday, July 3rd 7th Sunday after Pentecost God is the source of our nourishment. Our Lord's invitation to "take and eat . . . take and drink" is a repeated one. In the holy eucharist, in the word read and proclaimed, in the assembly of the people of God, the dominion of God has come near. Rejoice! Your name is written in heaven. Holy Communion - 11 AM   All are welcome to receive Communion! Sunday's Readings: Isaiah 66:10-14         Psalm 66:1-9         Galatians 6:[1-6] 7-16       Luke 10:1-11, 16-20 Sunday's chancel flowers: are given to the glory of God by Wayne & Lisa Olson.  Happy 4th of July! Happening Around St. Paul's Check out our website  This Sunday, July 3rd is FOOD BASKET SUNDAY BRING YOUR DONATION OF CANNED, BOTTLED OR BOXED FOOD On the first Sunday of every month St. Paul's collects food for the hungry in our community.  Your donation of canned, bottled or boxed food is greatly appreciated! Upcoming collection dates: August 7th September 4th October 2nd November 6th December 4th CONGREGATION WORKSHOPS There will be a series of two workshops held to brainstorm and discuss how the proceeds received from the sale of Annex 2 will used. The first workshop will be Saturday, July 23rd 9 am-11 am and will focus on brainstorming ideas and identifying our needs and wants. The second workshop will be Saturday, August 13th 9 am - 11 am. and will focus on prioritizing the list of ideas developed at the first workshop to present at the Congregation Meeting. Breakfast will be served. CONGREGATION MEETING The third Congregational Meeting will be held Sunday, August 28th after worship.  The agenda of the meeting will include Budget review and using the list of prioritized items, a vote will be taken to decide how the proceeds received from the sale of Annex 2 will be used.      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   HAPPENING IN THE COMMUNITY Vallejo Farmers Market Join 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. 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, July 3rd: Presiding Minister The Reverend Dawn Roginski Assisting Minister Teresa Arellano Crucifier/Acolyte Dean Ahlberg Lector Kim Hervey Ushers  Frank Gonsalves, Carmen Harnish, & John Patten Organist & Pianist Cesar Cancino Fellowship Hosts Teresa Arellano & Karen Spears Sacristans Karen Spears, Bev Smith & Jody Schumacher  The Coming This Week at St. Paul's: Check out our website for the full months calendar:   Sunday, July3rd    7th  Sunday after Pentecost 11:00 a.m. Eucharist Monday, July 4th Counters:  Don Johnson & Jody Schumacher Tuesday, July 5th     6:30 p.m. Worship Meeting Wednesday, July 6th 7:00 p.m. C.O.D.A  Thursday, July 7th  1:00 p.m. Sewing Friday, July 8th Saturday, July 9th Sunday, July 10th   8th Sunday after Pentecost 11:00 a.m. Eucharist Commemorations for the Week Thomas, Apostle Sunday, July 03, 2016 Though frequently remembered as "doubting Thomas," this apostle also demonstrated a willingness to suffer and die with Jesus (John 11:16), and finally claimed the risen Christ as "my Lord and my God!" By tradition, he later worked as a missionary in India. Long commemorated on December 21, Thomas's celebration is moved to July 3 in agreement with ecumenical calendars. Jan Hus, martyr, died 1415 Wednesday, July 06, 2016 Hus was a Bohemian (present-day Czech Republic) priest who spoke against abuses in the church, and was seen by Martin Luther as his predecessor in the reforming movement. He was found guilty of heresy by a council of the church, and burned at the stake. 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 Amanda Hanifan (daughter of Jody & Gary Schumacher) 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) Leah Wells 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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