READINGS THIS WEEK:
Job 38:1-7, (34-41)
Psalm 104:1-9, 25, 37b
Hebrews 5:1-10
Mark 10:35-45
Sugar Skull Making! 10/13 & 10/20
All ages welcome!Come hear about the history and traditions of Dia de los Muertos after service on October 13th in the Godly Playroom around 11:00am. After reading to the kids, Barbara Jewell will be teaching us how to mold sugar skulls in the undercroft. The skulls will need a week to dry then on Sunday October 20th during coffee hour all are invited to “paint” the sugar skulls with brightly colored frosting in the design of your choice and either take them home or place them on the ofrenda at the church on display for Dia de los Muertos!”
Historic Ofrenda:
As part of our Day of the Dead Celebration, we decorate the Chapel and display pictures of past rectors and other important parishioners of the church. There is a laminated card describing the person and their history with St Paul’s. In addition, there is a memorial book (a three-ring binder) with the names and pictures of deceased parishioners going back 30 years. This historic ofrenda display will be along the far side wall of the chapel. Please note: If anyone has been left out of our memorial book please let Lisa at the Parish Office [email protected] or Michelle Ellett at [email protected] know. During the rest of the year the binder resides in the parish office and is available for your perusal.
St. Paul’s Open House on Saturday, Oct. 26th 10 am – 12 pm
Let’s welcome our community and share the beauty of our building and our worship! The First Street Halloween Costume Contest & Sidewalk Stroll is a great opportunity to open our doors and connect with the folks of Benicia. And it just so happens that the church will be decorated for Day of the Dead/All Saint’s. The event is free, and all are welcome. Invite your friends!
Day of the Dead Framed Photos:
For over 25 years we have celebrated Dia de Los Muertos at St. Paul’s. As in Mexico, we use this celebration as a time to remember the family, friends, and others who have made a difference in our lives and are no longer with us. As part of our celebration, we are inviting you to bring framed photo(s) of your departed loved one(s) to display on the Reredos behind the altar. Please bring your framed photos to the Parish Office by Friday October 25th.
We also invite you to bring framed photos of your treasured pets that have passed away to honor and memorialize them in our Pet Ofrenda. Framed photos need to be in the church office by next Sunday October 20th. We would love to add your photos to our display, it’s such a wonderful way to remember our loving animal friends.
Please make sure your name is on the framed photo(s) so it can be returned to your family. If you have any questions, please contact: Lisa Pena at [email protected] – Richard Padfield at [email protected] or the Parish Office at [email protected].
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]
Dia de Los Muertos Celebration: Sunday, October 27, 2024.
This will be a time to remember those we have lost, and those who have passed before us in our own families, and those who made a difference in our lives. As well as the patriots who birthed the United States and the people who fought to make the aspirations of our Declaration of Independence a reality for everyone. As we anticipate the Bishop’s arrival, we will be focusing on those people who shaped the Episcopal church and supported our baptismal covenant—that we are bound to support the dignity of every human being. We will be installing an outside Ofrenda and on the 27th will display our altar cloth naming those we have loved and lost. Other displays are planned as well. Pan de Muerto will be served at coffee hour. If you would like names added to the alter cloth, or would like to help install the Ofrenda or with coffee hour on the 27th, please contact our parish office prior to October 20th, [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!
Coffee Hosts Needed
We still need volunteers to sign up to be Coffee Hour hosts in November & December. Please remember that beginning November 3rd we will go back to two services – so, we will have two coffee hours to host. There is a sign-up sheet to the left of the coffee pots under the Cross Wall in the Parish Hall. If you have any questions about what’s required, there is an awesome reference guide in the binder next to the sign-up sheet or feel free to reach out to our Coffee Hour coordinators Barry & Sally Cunningham at [email protected].
Sign up with a friend and kick off your Sunday with caffeine and fellowship!
How Does St. Paul’s Walk In Love?
This is the question at the heart of our stewardship campaign. You’re invited to write down your answer on a postcard in the Parish Hall and post your answer on the bulletin board. It will all add up to a beautiful collage that reflects our ministry, mission, and purpose! Stay tuned to our social media channels for reflections by your vestry members throughout the season.
And save the date! On Friday, November 1, join Rev. Annie for an early evening “Walk in Love in Benicia.” We’ll stroll down first street and back, reflecting on all the things we love about our town and celebrate with a treat.
Flower Arranging Workshop
Attention Ladies of St. Paul’s! A Flower Arranging workshop is being considered as an upcoming women’s activity (only if there is enough interest to do one). A minimum of 10 participants will be required. It will be held in the parish hall on Saturday, November 2 from 10 am to 12 pm. There will be a cost of $20 to cover supplies. If you are interested in participating, please contact Blanche Hilman by email @ [email protected] as soon as possible. Thank you!
Morning Prayer Weekdays at 9 a.m. in Church and on Zoom
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