8:45 AM BULLETIN
(w/ traditional music)
11:00 AM BULLETIN
(w/ contemporary music)
READINGS THIS WEEK:
Rev. Will McGarvey is the executive director at the Solano Pride Center. He has taught his Biblical Self Defense class over 20 times across LGBTQ+ Centers, congregations, and libraries. This course specializes in a deeper understanding how of to use the Bible, and dives into many interpretations and translations that can be referenced in situations where someone may “use” the Bible against another person.
Addressing Religious Trauma: Wed 5/15 at 7pm
Colin Amato is a licensed marriage & family therapist who specializes in Addressing Religious Trauma. He has guided countless clients who have experienced religious traumas associated to the coming out process, or other feelings of judgment and exclusion. The many symptoms of religious trauma may surprise you!
Fearless Faith Revival
Saturday, April 27 – St. John’s, Roseville
Revival Workshops | 1:00pm – 6:00pm
Workshops on creation care, community involvement and evangelism
Ministry Exhibits, Vendors, Food Trucks, Labyrinth Walks, Kids Activities
Revival Worship | 6:00pm-7:30pm | Carpool Available
Uplifting music, prayer and preaching by our special guest, Bishop Daniel Gutierrez of the Diocese of Pennsylvania. This casual, spirit-filled service will end with a call to prayer and service.
Sunday, April 28, St. Paul’s, Benicia
Register here for Mission and Membership Class: https://stpaulschurchbenicia.breezechms.com/form/875d48
10:00am – Combined Worship
Join us for a special worship service that will highlight testimonies of faith from members of St. Paul’s.
11:15am – Mission & Membership
This special gathering will focus on the meaning of membership at St. Paul’s, and re-introduce the mission, vision, and values of our church.
Local Church Sacred Ground Circle Starting
When: Bi-weekly hybrid sessions from 1:30-3:30 p.m. on Sundays
May 5, May 19, June 2, June 23, July 7, July 21, August 4, August 18 and Sept. 8; final, in-person only session, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 21.
Sacred Ground is a film- and readings-based dialogue series on race, grounded in faith. Small groups are invited to walk through chapters of America’s history of race and racism, while weaving in threads of family story, economic class, and political and regional identity. This Circle will be co-facilitated by the Rev. Katherine Frederick, curate at Grace Church, and Karen Nolan from Epiphany; questions may be directed to them at kcruthirds@gmail.com or karen.s.nolan@gmail.com.
The circle is limited to 20 participants. Register here: https://forms.gle/MPpbbGqT2c8tfNw29
Party of Parties proceeds benefit all the programs at St. Paul’s as well as providing lots of fun and fellowship. Please join us!
Native Garden Tour 1 & 2 (4/14/24); $20/pp
Hike & Bike (5/18/24); $10/pp (free for under age 18)
Sip and Paint (6/8/24); $50/pp
First Street Scavenger Hunt (9/7/24); $25/team
Sunday April 28 @ 11:15 AM (after 10am service)
There are many ways to participate in a church community. But which one is right for you? Join us for a lively discussion on the meaning of membership in the Episcopal Church and here at St. Paul’s. Guided by the Rector and a panel of old-timers, we’ll cover everything from sacramental rites (baptism, confirmation, reception) to nametags. Children are welcome to attend, and childcare is available too. Bring a snack that reminds you of a good story (storebought or homemade).
Please RSVP to help us prepare materials using the cards in the pews or online.
https://stpaulschurchbenicia.breezechms.com/form/875d48
The Flower Guild Needs Your Help!
Volunteers would be greatly appreciated. Please contact Carol Smiglewski at 707-631-2447 or molliesmoke2000@yahoo.com if you are interested in arranging flowers 1 time each month.
Thank you!
Coffee Hour Committee Needs Hosts
Calling all coffee drinkers! The Coffee Hour Committee is in search of hosts. Enjoy your hot coffee with 2 packets of kindness and a splash of fellowship!
Interested? Sign-up sheets & host instructions can be found in the Parish Hall
Peddlers Fair Office Help Needed.
Can you spend a couple of morning hours per week helping out at the Peddlers Fair Office? Our office hours are currently Tuesday and Thursday 10:00 to Noon. If you can fit one or both days into your schedule, we would really appreciate your assistance. Talk to Gerri McGregor or Jim Brown at church, call us at (707)745-8680, or email us info@beniciapeddlersfair.org
Community Meal
Volunteer Online Signups
If you would like to volunteer to help at the Community Meal on Mondays or Wednesdays, see the link below for the 2024 sign-up sheet. Please note that we need only one volunteer each day.
Plastic Grocery Bags Needed for the Community Meal
It’s time to replenish the supply of plastic grocery bags used for the to-go meals on Mondays and Wednesdays. Please bring them to church on Sundays or drop them off on the bench near the parish hall during the week.
Morning Prayer Weekdays at 9 a.m. in Church and on Zoom
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The deadline for submitting announcements is Wednesday at noon.
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Office phone: (707) 745-0307
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