Hello – This week I have two sets of announcements, one about our Bible Studies, the other about Christmas. 1. Bible Studies. As it happens, both of our Bible Studies switch to new books this coming week. On Wednesday the 10am Bible Study begins reading the book of Ruth, and then we will go one to read…
Hello – I imagine that, like me, you have been tracking with some care the news of the recent spike in Covid cases and the expectation that things are likely to get worse before they get better. The news headline I quote in the title of this email is just one example of many. In…
Hello – This Sunday I will read aloud the names of everyone in our extended St. Paul’s family who has a birthday or anniversary in the month of November. Only you need to let me know! Please email me at c.h.mrtn@gmail.com if you or someone you love in our extended family has a birthday or anniversary…
Hello – I hope you all are staying safe and finding ways to safely connect with the ones you love this Thanksgiving in pandemic. I conclude this email with a lovely prayer to bear in mind and heart on Thursday. In the meantime, three things to know: • The Martha Collective is offering a Mom’s Mini-Retreat…
Hello – 1. Consecration Sunday was a great success! Not only was it a joy to see so many people, we also, according the Consecration Sunday formula, increased giving by 9.6%! If you haven’t yet sent in your Consecration Sunday card with your estimate of giving, please do. 2. Richard’s friend, Father Terry Ryan is…
Hello – Tomorrow is a big day for St. Paul’s. It is both Consecration Sunday and the first time we have shared communion in pandemic. Here’s how you might experience it: 10am Sign on to Facebook Live. You can access this through our website, stpaulssanrafael.org. It may then take a little search as Facebook likes…
Hello – Many of you have told us that either you will be coming to campus on Sunday or that you would like us to come to you with communion and perhaps also lunch. I’m so grateful to know that we will be connecting in a new way this Sunday, Consecration Sunday. There are two…
Hello – Three things: 1. Today at about 2pm Lorrie is going call Comforts and put in our order for Chinese Chicken Salads (or a vegan/gluten-free alternative) for Sunday. About 60 so far have said you would like one. If you’re not sure you’re on that list, please email Lorrie at lbugatto@stpaulssanrafael.org. 2. Here’s another way…
Hello – The church will be open today, election day, from 10am to 2pm. You are welcome to come in and pray. As is our custom, there will be a temperature checker, wipes and a sign in book. Please wear a mask. Most of the time, I will be in the courtyard if you wish…
Hello – This coming Sunday, the 8th of November, is the first Sunday in pandemic where we all get to share communion bread and wine together in a safe way. It is also Consecration Sunday, a celebration of the generosity of St. Paul’s. This email is a step by step guide to how Sunday the…