READINGS THIS WEEK:
Proverbs 22:1-2, 8-9, 22-23
Psalm 125
James 2:1-10, [11-13], 14-17
Mark 7:24-37
Harvest Festival Fundraiser
Note: Tickets can also be purchased by contacting the office. E-mail: [email protected] or call: (707) 745-0307
Helllo All,
We are deep into the planning phase for the Fall Festival Fundraiser, and we need your help! Last year we had some awesome baskets and other items donated for the silent auction and raffle (the kind where you choose the item you want and put your raffle tickets into a bowl in front of it. The winner is chosen randomly from the tickets placed in the bowl).
This is where you come in, we need parishioners to make some fun baskets that we can either auction off (the more expensive ones) or other more simple ones for the raffle. Please reach out to me, if you have any questions or would like to put something together. Think food, entertainment, wine & chocolate, family activities. Thank you!
9/11: Bell Ringing & Memorial Service
We’ll be hosting a memorial service in remembrance of September 11th. Anyone interested in ringing the bell is welcome to do so- Please arrive Wednesday morning at 8:30.
The bell ringing & the memorial service begin at 8:46 am.
This tradition began in 2002, when we invited any (and all) members of the community to ring the bell 2,996 times. One ring for each life lost. You’re all welcome to join us and participate as we mourn those tragically lost 23 years ago.
Your Church & You.
Starting on Sunday, September 8 and continuing for six sessions, following coffee hour, we will offer an interactive romp through the basics of being a Christian in the Episcopal tradition.
At the conclusion of the series, you will be prepared to be blessed by our Bishop in Baptism, Confirmation, Reception, Reaffirmation, and more, as you desire.
Hosted by our very own The Rev. Cn. Mary Goshert on Sundays between 9/8 – 10/20 at 11:30 am in the sanctuary, following Coffee Hour. To sign up, e-mail: [email protected]
Calling All Cake Bakers!
We’re in need of donations of homemade cakes for our Silent Auction at the Harvest Festival- This is a perfect opportunity to show off your baking skills for an amazing cause! For more information, please contact Lisa Pena: (619) 993-4248 or via email. [email protected]
Summer Service Hours Extend Through October
Please mark your calendars, we will continue to have one service at 10 AM through the month of October. Two services will resume on November 3rd. We hope to see you there, either in-person or streaming live!
Be Aware of Phishing and Scam Emails!
Most people have heard news about the many breaches in company security caused by the inadvertent clicking of a malicious link. Many people were affected by the result of a malware attack on CrowdStrike that affected millions of companies including many top tiered airlines.
As many of you noticed, our very own Reverend Annie’s identity was compromised in an email seeking help in a manner that was suspicious. If the e-mail domain isn’t from stpaulsbenicia.org, it’s a fraudulent account. Here are a couple of very simple practices you can do to avoid being affected by the bad actors that exist among us!
- Please be extra vigilant about any emails you receive, both professionally and personally, especially if they claim to be a bank or travel site or anything requiring you to make immediate changes.
- Always check the domain of the sender’s email address to see that it matches the company.
- Monitor your financial accounts; if you see any unauthorized activity, please get in touch with your bank.
- Please don’t click on links or open attachments in the email from an unknown sender.
- If you receive an external email related to your personal financial bank or business, please contact your contact person by phone to verify its legitimacy.
- Please don’t enter your banking credentials if you click on the links or open the attachments.
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 only need 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.
Please e-mail information to: [email protected]
Office phone: (707) 745-0307
