8:45 AM BULLETIN
(w/ traditional music)
11 AM BULLETIN
(w/ contemporary music)
READINGS FOR THIS WEEK:
Please join Deacon Beth for a time of quiet and reflection followed by Compline on Fridays during Lent.
February 16th through March 23rd from 6:30 pm to 7:15 pm in the church.
Book: Strength for the Journey: A Guide to Spiritual Practice, by Renée Miller (Morehouse Publishing, New York) Available in paperback (new and used from $1.99 online) and Kindle
You may want to keep a journal. Other resources will be shared during the class.
Class leaders: The Rev. Mack Olson, The Rev. Carol Luther, The Rev. Cn. Julie Wakelee, The Rev. Beth Gaines
Dates: 5 Thursday evenings: February 22, February 29, March 7, March 14, March 21. Time: 7-8 pm
On Zoom
Please register for this free course here: https://form.jotform.com/240366571427155
Meetings will include a mix of conversation and application (aka different prayer modes).
Please email Deacon Beth if you have any questions.
**TIME CHANGE: 6 pm in the Parish Hall**
Will you proclaim by word and example the Good News of God in Christ?
I will. . . but how? With God’s help. And with some practical guidance.
Join Rev. Annie in this 6 week course that will equip you to share the good news authentically, naturally, and without the “join or burn” rhetoric that many of us think of. We’ll gather for soup, bread, salad, and conversation, then transition into the material that incudes short video clips, large and small group discussions, and activities. Gatherings begin at 6:00 pm in the Parish Hall.
Thursday, Feb. 29 – Session 1: Introduction to Embracing Evangelism
Thursday, Mar. 7 – Session 2: Seek, Name, Celebrate
Thursday, Mar. 14 – Session 3: The Great Story and Your Story
Thursday, Mar. 14 – Session 4: The Stories of Others
Thursday, Mar. 21 – Session 5: Invite Everyone to More
Thursday, Mar. 28 – No Class – Holy Week
Thursday, Apr. 4 – Session 6: Go! Discernment and What’s Next
Folks who complete all 6 sessions will receive St. Paul’s swag with our NEW logo, coming soon!
10:30 AM – 5:00 PM
City Park by the Gazebo
As an alternative to the harmful “La Migra” prank that often happens in our town, Solano Aids Coalition is offering a spring time event that celebrates Latino culture. They are bringing a vibrant and energetic opportunity to learn about and celebrate the Mexican/Latino and Indigenous cultures through an inclusive and interactive event called Fiestas Primavera Benicia or Spring Celebration. This event is supported by local and State officials, the Benicia School District, the Benicia Police Department, the Public Library, Benicia Black Lives Matters, the Kyle Hyland Teen Center, local artists and businesses, and a host of others who want to establish an equitable and welcoming community. It will feature art by our very own Richard Padfield!
St. Paul’s is lending chairs to the event and is looking for someone with a truck to help deliver them. Please Email event liaison Sheri Leigh (sheri0617@gmail.com) if you’re available.
Join the crew that coordinates hospitality, feeds, and caffeinates our congregation after worship! Coordinators assist in set-up, clean-up, and showing the ropes to folks who sign up. With enough volunteers, this can be a 1x/month ministry right before or after the service you attend. Interested? E-mail: admin@stpaulsbenicia.org
Party of Parties
Mad Hatter Tea Party Postponed
The Mad Hatter Tea Party originally scheduled for Saturday, March 9th has been postponed. The new date is yet to be determined. Watch the announcements for updates. Questions can be directed to Cathy Cellini or Betsy Zampa.
Mad Hatter’s Tea Party (3/9/24); $20/ family & $10/adults
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
To sign up for a party, contact the church office at (707) 745-0307 or admin@stpaulsbenicia.org.
St. Paul’s Sierra Service Project: St. Patrick’s Day Dinner
Hello Good People of St. Paul’s!
As just about everybody knows, the Sierra Service Project campers, parents and counselors will once again present our world famous St. Patrick’s Day corned beef dinner again this year on Saturday evening, March 16th between 5:30 – 7:30 pm.
Besides enjoying the best St. Patrick’s dinner in town and fellowship with the best people in town, we’ll once again have a number of great prizes for our opportunity drawing!
So set aside the date, Saturday, March 16th! SSP campers will be selling tickets after each service beginning this Sunday. $40 for adults, $20 for kids 5-15 years and kids under 5 are free! We also have take-out again this year! (Cash, check and credit cards online accepted!)
Thank you as always for your support!
Dignity Day: April 13, 2024
SAVE the date! Dignity Day is coming up in April. If anyone is interested in participating as a volunteer Ambassador at the event, please let me know via email at deacon@stpaulsbenicia.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.
See something broken or in need of repair around St. Paul’s? Snap a picture of it, add a brief description and Email it to fixit@stpaulsbenicia.org. This will go to the Rector and Wardens; we’ll be right on it!
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.
Please e-mail information to: admin@stpaulsbenicia.org
Office phone: (707) 745-0307