8:45 AM BULLETIN
(w/ traditional music)

11:00 AM BULLETIN
(w/ contemporary music)


READINGS THIS WEEK:

 

 

 

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

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. 

 

Community Meal Sign-Up List

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

Join Zoom meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89062643237?pwd=YzFxOU43dDJ0TThnM0VCZkY0REMxUT09

Meeting ID: 890 6264 3237

Passcode: 355908

One tap mobile +16699009128,,89062643237#,,,,*355908# US (San Jose)

Dial by your location +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)

Meeting ID: 890 6264 3237

Passcode: 355908

 

The deadline for submitting announcements is Wednesday at noon. 
Please e-mail information to: admin@stpaulsbenicia.org  
Office phone: (707) 745-0307 

 

THE FLOWERS AT SUNDAY’S SERVICES ARE DEDICATED TO:

BULLETINS FOR 4/7:

8:45 am BULLETIN
(w/ traditional music)

11:00 am BULLETIN
(w/ contemporary music)

 

READINGS THIS WEEK:

 

 

THE FLOWERS AT SUNDAY’S SERVICES ARE DEDICATED TO:

 

Lenten/Easter Series – Episcopal Evangelism 101

Thursday, April 11 – 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!

Embracing Evangelism Trailer – Embracing Evangelism: Series

 

Please tell your friends and family! St. Paul’s is proud to host a knife sharpening fundraiser. The kind folks over at Golden State Sharpening will be donating an astounding 100% of the day’s proceeds to our Community Meal program!

Come on down for your knives, serrated knives, scissors and even manual garden tools- With same day drop off/pick up.

 

The drop-off location will be on East J St., directly behind St. Paul’s. Drop off your items, then grab a bite to eat downtown as you wait. Text notifications are available once your order is complete. Don’t miss out, one day only! Visit them online at GoldenStateSharpening.com

 

Fearless Faith Revival: April 26^th & 27^th

For one day only, we have invited Episcopal Church Leaders from around the country to share their vision in workshops, testimony, and worship.

 The Fearless Faith Revival is the highlight event in the evening. Set in a outdoors on the beautiful campus of St. John’s Church in Roseville, the worship service will feature 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.

Register HERE or visit: https://www.fearlessfaith2024.org/register-here

 

 

 

 

 

 

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

To sign up for a party, contact the church office at (707) 745-0307 or admin@stpaulsbenicia.org.

 

Livestreaming Our 8:45 AM Service

Changes begin 4/7

Those of you who livestream our Sunday services will notice a few changes after Easter. As of 4/7, we’ll be streaming our 8:45 service to YouTube rather than Facebook Live.
None of these changes will affect how our parishioners access the video. That process remains completely unchanged- Log in to Facebook and search for “St. Paul’s Episcopal Church.” Once you’re on our page, scroll down the timeline and a link will be posted just prior to the beginning of the service. We’ll also provide a direct link to our YouTube channel, and technical support worksheets upon request.  Anyone having any difficulty, is welcome to contact our Communications Coordinator, Eric Foster at communications@stpaulsbenicia.org

 

New Class: Mission & Membership 
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

 

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

 

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. 

Community Meal Sign-Up List

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

Passcode: 355908
One tap mobile +16699009128,,89062643237#,,,,*355908# US (San Jose)
Dial by your location +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)
Meeting ID: 890 6264 3237
Passcode: 355908

 

The deadline for submitting announcements is Wednesday at noon. 
Please e-mail information to: admin@stpaulsbenicia.org  
Office phone: (707) 745-0307 

 

8:45 BULLETIN
(w/ traditional music)

11:00 BULLETIN
(w/ contemporary music)

 

READINGS FOR THIS WEEK:

 

 

Lenten/Easter Series – Episcopal Evangelism 101

This week we’re taking a pause, but we’ll be back April 4^th! Soup supper starts at 6.

Thursday, Apr. 4 – Session 5: Invite Everyone to More

Thursday, April 11 – 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!

 

 

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/ppHike & 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.

Dignity Day: April 13, 2024

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

New Class: Mission & Membership 
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

Easter Season Display

On display now through Easter in the display case in the south transept is a photo exhibit of various previous Easter activities, including a copy of one of the oldest known interior pictures of the Sanctuary dating back to 1889.”

 

 

Those of you who livestream our Sunday services will notice a few changes after Easter. As of 4/7, we’ll be streaming our 8:45 service to YouTube rather than Facebook Live.
None of these changes will affect how our parishioners access the video. That process remains completely unchanged– Log in to Facebook and search for “St. Paul’s Episcopal Church.” Once you’re on our page, scroll down the timeline and a link will be posted just prior to the beginning of the service. We’ll also provide a direct link to our YouTube channel, and technical support worksheets upon request.  Anyone having any difficulty, is welcome to contact our Communications Coordinator, Eric Foster at communications@stpaulsbenicia.org

 

Morning Prayer Weekdays at 9 a.m. in Church and on Zoom

Join Zoom meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89062643237?pwd=YzFxOU43dDJ0TThnM0VCZkY0REMxUT09
Meeting ID: 890 6264 3237
Passcode: 355908
One tap mobile +16699009128,,89062643237#,,,,*355908# US (San Jose)

Dial by your location +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)
Meeting ID: 890 6264 3237
Passcode: 355908 

 

The deadline for submitting announcements is Wednesday at noon. 
Please e-mail information to: admin@stpaulsbenicia.org       
Office phone: (707) 745-0307 

 

8:45 AM BULLETIN
(w/ traditional music)

11:00 AM BULLETIN
(w/ contemporary music)

The Liturgy of the Palms

• Mark 11:1-11
• or John 12:12-16
• Psalm 118:1-2, 19-29

The Liturgy of the Word

• Isaiah 50:4-9a
• Philippians 2:5-11
• Mark 14:1-15:47
• or Mark 15:1-39, [40-47]
• Psalm 31:9-16

Easter Lily Dedication Deadline – March 25

There’s still more time to get in Easter Lily Dedications! Fill out the form and put it in the collection plate or use our digital form at the link below. Scan the QR code with your phone’s camera app to bring up the page without all that typing!

https://stpaulschurchbenicia.breezechms.com/form/3117eb

Lenten/Easter Series – Episcopal Evangelism 101

This week we’re taking a pause, but we’ll be back April 4^th! Soup supper starts at 6.

Thursday, Mar. 28 – No Class – Holy Week

Thursday, Apr. 4 – Session 5: Invite Everyone to More

Thursday, April 11 – 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!

Embracing Evangelism Trailer – Embracing Evangelism: Series

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!

 

 

 

 

Prayer Vigil at St. Paul’s March 28 – 29

The Gethsemane Watch will begin in the church at 8 pm on Maundy Thursday March 28 and continue to 12 pm on Good Friday, March 29. Come spend this time in quiet and prayerful contemplation of the sacrifice that our Savior Jesus Christ has given to us.

The sign-up sheet is located in the Parish Hall and will be there through our service on March 24. Or you may call the church office at (707) 745-0307 or email admin@stpaulsbenicia.org to have your name added to the schedule.

 

Party of Parties

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.

 

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

 

Peddler’s 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

 

 

 

On display now through Easter in the display case in the south transept is a photo exhibit of various previous Easter activities, including a copy of one of the oldest known interior pictures of the Sanctuary dating back to 1889.”

 

 

 

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. 

Community Meal Sign-Up List
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.

Those of you who livestream our Sunday services will notice a few changes after Easter. As of 4/7, we’ll be streaming our 8:45 service to YouTube rather than Facebook Live.
None of these changes will affect how our parishioners access the video. That process remains completely unchanged- Log in to Facebook and search for “St. Paul’s Episcopal Church.” Once you’re on our page, scroll down the timeline and a link will be posted just prior to the beginning of the service. We’ll also provide a direct link to our YouTube channel, and technical support worksheets upon request.  Anyone having any difficulty, is welcome to contact our Communications Coordinator, Eric Foster at communications@stpaulsbenicia.org

 

 

Morning Prayer Weekdays at 9 a.m. in Church and on Zoom

Join Zoom meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89062643237?pwd=YzFxOU43dDJ0TThnM0VCZkY0REMxUT09
Meeting ID: 890 6264 3237
Passcode: 355908
One tap mobile +16699009128,,89062643237#,,,,*355908# US (San Jose)
Dial by your location +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)
Meeting ID: 890 6264 3237
Passcode: 355908

 

The deadline for submitting announcements is Wednesday at noon. 
Please e-mail information to: admin@stpaulsbenicia.org  
Office phone: (707) 745-0307 

8:45 AM bulletin
(w/ traditional music)

11:00 AM bulletin
(w/ contemporary music)

 

READINGS FOR THIS WEEK

  

A Pastoral Letter from Bishop Megan
Dear Brothers and Sisters of the Diocese of Northern California, 

Greetings on this Fifth Sunday in Lent. We are one week away from Palm Sunday, then onto Holy Week and Easter Sunday. Looking ahead to the Season of Eastertide, I invite you to join in our upcoming Fearless Faith Revival. On Saturday, April 27, we will gather at the beautiful campus of St. John’s Church in Roseville for an afternoon and evening of learning, sharing, fellowship, and worship.

My friends, as a people of faith, we are in need of revival. In a time of wars, political tensions, economic struggles, and destructive weather, we have been tested and tried. Jesus himself took time from the demands of his ministry to connect with his Father and recharge his spirits. This is our time to gather together, to worship, break bread, to pray, and to strengthen the bonds which make us a people of God.

The highlight of our Revival will be the Worship Service – featuring music, prayers, and preaching by our special guest, Bishop Daniel Gutiérrez of the Diocese of Pennsylvania. This energetic, spirit-filled event will end with a call to prayer and service. You will not want to miss this.

The Fearless Faith Revival will bring friends and colleagues from around the Diocese, to hear from beloved speakers working in The Episcopal Church, and to recharge our batteries. It will bring us closer to what God calls us to do in the church. We will be planting love, harvesting hope, and walking away with a Fearless Faith, ready to share the love and passion for our Lord Jesus Christ with our communities. 

In addition, we are hosting workshops taught by leaders from around the country on creation care, evangelism, racial reconciliation, community involvement, and meeting the needs of different generations of faith seekers.

The Revival Festival will feature ministry partners, exhibitors, vendors, and popular local food trucks. We will have prayer stations, contemplative spaces, and an outdoor labyrinth where you can walk prayerfully. And there will be a special area for kid-friendly activities. All activities at the Revival will be free. 

As you know, our Diocese gathers in person each fall for our annual convention. An important part of convention is the opportunity to join in lunch, or occasionally, a special dinner for delegates and clergy. This year, however, our convention will be held entirely online. As a result, the Fearless Faith Revival will be the only day we will gather in person as a diocese. 

My friends, hosting this revival is a huge undertaking of dedicated staff and volunteers from the entire diocese. It requires a significant investment of time and money. While much of the funds have been allocated by the Board of Trustees, there is still a need to defray the costs. One way that we hope to defray these expenses is a special dinner on the eve of the Revival.

On Friday, April 26, we will host a “Fearless Feast” fundraising dinner at Trinity Cathedral, featuring locally sourced foods and beverages. This event will provide a unique opportunity to meet and mingle with leaders from the across the country. I realize the cost to attend may be a burden for many, but all may gather to eat together at the Revival Festival the next day. If you cannot join us for the Fearless Feast, please consider making a gift to help underwrite this milestone event.

I believe that God has brought us as a diocese to this moment and that God is now calling us to an experience of His Renewal as a community. I urge you to send as many congregants as you can to join with me in responding to God’s action among us. We will find our thinking deepened in the workshops, our fellowship revived, and spirits warmed and encouraged. I am convinced that it is only from that place of praise and presence that we can begin to move outward to a whole community engagement to spread the Good News.

Bishop Megan

Please join Deacon Beth for a time of quiet and reflection followed by Compline on Fridays during Lent.

February 16^th through March 23^rd 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. 

 

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!

 

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!

 

 

Plastic Egg & Candy Donations

We are looking for volunteers to help with our annual Easter egg hunt. Do you have time to help?
If so, we’re accepting donations of small/standard sized Easter eggs, filled with candy. (No peanuts, please.

 

 

 

 

Bring an appetizer & your choice of beverage to share. Mary & Gene Ekenstam are the hosts this month.

 

Saturday, March 23: Fiestas Primavera in Benicia

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.

 

Prayer Vigil at St. Paul’s March 28 – 29

The Gethsemane Watch will begin in the church at 8 pm on Maundy Thursday March 28 and continue to 12 pm on Good Friday, March 29. Come spend this time in quiet and prayerful contemplation of the sacrifice that our Savior Jesus Christ has given to us.

The sign-up sheet is located in the Parish Hall and will be there through our service on March 24. Or you may call the church office at (707) 745-0307 or email admin@stpaulsbenicia.org to have your name added to the schedule.

 

 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

 

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.

 

 

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

 

 

 

 

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

 

 

Easter Season Display

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.

Community Meal Sign-Up List

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

Join Zoom meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89062643237?pwd=YzFxOU43dDJ0TThnM0VCZkY0REMxUT09
Meeting ID: 890 6264 3237
Passcode: 355908
One tap mobile +16699009128,,89062643237#,,,,*355908# US (San Jose)
Dial by your location +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)
Meeting ID: 890 6264 3237

The deadline for submitting announcements is Wednesday at noon. 
Please e-mail information to: admin@stpaulsbenicia.org  
Office phone: (707) 745-0307 

 

 

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 16^th through March 23^rd 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. 

 

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 9^th 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 16^th 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 16^th!  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. 

Community Meal Sign-Up List

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

Join Zoom meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89062643237?pwd=YzFxOU43dDJ0TThnM0VCZkY0REMxUT09
Meeting ID: 890 6264 3237
Passcode: 355908
One tap mobile +16699009128,,89062643237#,,,,*355908# US (San Jose)

Dial by your location +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)
Meeting ID: 890 6264 3237
Passcode: 355908

The deadline for submitting announcements is Wednesday at noon. 
Please e-mail information to: admin@stpaulsbenicia.org  
Office phone: (707) 745-0307 

 

 

8:45 AM BULLETIN
(Traditional music)

11:00 AM BULLETIN
(Contemporary music)

READINGS FOR THIS WEEK:

 

 

Lenten Season Contemplative Prayer

Please join Deacon Beth for a time of quiet and reflection followed by Compline on Fridays during Lent.

February 16^th through March 23^rd 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 21Time: 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. 

 

Lenten/Easter Series – Episcopal Evangelism 101

**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!

 

Volunteer opportunity: Coffee Hour Committee

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 9^th 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 16^th, 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 16^th!  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

New Email Address for Repairs

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

Join Zoom meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89062643237?pwd=YzFxOU43dDJ0TThnM0VCZkY0REMxUT09

Meeting ID: 890 6264 3237

Passcode: 355908

One tap mobile +16699009128,,89062643237#,,,,*355908# US (San Jose)

Dial by your location +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)

Meeting ID: 890 6264 3237

Passcode: 355908

 

 

BULLETINS FOR THIS WEEK:

8:45 AM BULLETIN
(Traditional music)

11:00 AM BULLETIN
(Contemporary music)

 

 

I’ll be taking a family vacation that week, and Feb. 23-25, I’ll be leading the women’s retreat for St. John’s Roseville at Mercy Center in Auburn. Keep your eyes peeled for news of a St. Paul’s women’s retreat in the coming months! If you’re interested in joining the planning team, email me at rector@stpaulsbenicia.org.

 

Lenten Season Contemplative Prayer

Please join Deacon Beth for a time of quiet and reflection followed by Compline on Fridays during Lent.

February 16^th through March 23^rd 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. 

 

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 5:30pm.

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!

 

 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    

 

 

 

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.

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 16^th.      

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 16^th!  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!

St. Paul’s SSP Volunteers

 

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!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Join Zoom meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89062643237?pwd=YzFxOU43dDJ0TThnM0VCZkY0REMxUT09

Meeting ID: 890 6264 3237

Passcode: 355908

One tap mobile +16699009128,,89062643237#,,,,*355908# US (San Jose)

Dial by your location +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)

Meeting ID: 890 6264 3237

Passcode: 355908

 

The deadline for submitting announcements is Wednesday at noon. 
Please e-mail information to: admin@stpaulsbenicia.org  
Office phone: (707) 745-0307 

 

 

8:45 am Bulletin
(Traditional music)

11:00 am Bulletin
(Contemporary music)

 

READINGS FOR THIS WEEK:

A Note from the Rector: Out of Town 2/16-2/25

I’ll be taking a family vacation that week, and Feb. 23-25, I’ll be leading the women’s retreat for St. John’s Roseville at Mercy Center in Auburn. Keep your eyes peeled for news of a St. Paul’s women’s retreat in the coming months! If you’re interested in joining the planning team, email me at rector@stpaulsbenicia.org.

 

Please join Deacon Beth for a time of quiet and reflection followed by Compline on Fridays during Lent.
February 16^th through March 23^rd 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. 

 

TGIFF (Thank Goodness it’s Fourth Friday)

Is on Friday the 23rd, from
5:30-7:30 in the undercroft. Bring an appetizer to share and your favorite beverage (alcoholic or non-alcoholic). Jeanne and Mark Brown are hosting this month.

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 5:30pm.

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!

 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    

 

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 oradmin@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 16^th.  

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 16^th!  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!

St. Paul’s SSP Volunteers

 

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

Join Zoom meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89062643237?pwd=YzFxOU43dDJ0TThnM0VCZkY0REMxUT09

Meeting ID: 890 6264 3237

Passcode: 355908

One tap mobile +16699009128,,89062643237#,,,,*355908# US (San Jose)

Dial by your location +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)

Meeting ID: 890 6264 3237

Passcode: 355908

 

The deadline for submitting announcements is Wednesday at noon. 
Please e-mail information to: admin@stpaulsbenicia.org  
Office phone: (707) 745-0307 

 

8:45 AM BULLETIN
Traditional music

11:00 AM BULLETIN
Contemporary music

5:30-7:30pm, Parish Hall

Celebrate an old tradition with us – pancakes on shrove Tuesday! The event is free, but donations benefiting the Sierra Service Project youth mission trip are gratefully accepted.

Save the Date!Ash Wednesday is 2/14

On Ash Wednesday, we begin our Lenten observance with a quiet liturgy at 7pm. Ashes made from the celebratory palms of last year’s holy week are imposed on our foreheads, symbolizing our mortality and our penitence. If you’re in a rush, stop by “Ashes to go” for a moment of fellowship and remembrance.

 

A Note from the Rector: Out of Town 2/16-2/25 

I’ll be taking a family vacation that week, and Feb. 23-25, I’ll be leading the women’s retreat for St. John’s Roseville at Mercy Center in Auburn. Keep your eyes peeled for news of a St. Paul’s women’s retreat in the coming months! If you’re interested in joining the planning team, email me at rector@stpaulsbenicia.org.

 

is on Friday the 23rd, from
5:30-7:30 in the undercroft. Bring an appetizer to share and your favorite beverage (alcoholic or non-alcoholic). Jeanne and Mark Brown are hosting this month.

 

Lenten/Easter Series – Episcopal Evangelism 101

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 5:30pm.

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!

 

 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    

 

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.

 

 

 

 

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

 

Morning Prayer Weekdays at 9 a.m. in Church and on Zoom

Join Zoom meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89062643237?pwd=YzFxOU43dDJ0TThnM0VCZkY0REMxUT09

Meeting ID: 890 6264 3237

Passcode: 355908

One tap mobile +16699009128,,89062643237#,,,,*355908# US (San Jose)

Dial by your location +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)

Meeting ID: 890 6264 3237

Passcode: 355908

 

The deadline for submitting announcements is Wednesday at noon. 
Please e-mail information to: admin@stpaulsbenicia.org  
Office phone: (707) 745-0307