READINGS THIS WEEK:
The Liturgy of the Word
Malachi 4:1-2a
Psalm 98
2 Thessalonians 3:6-13
Luke 21:5-19
New Growth: Stewardship 2026
We are filled with gratitude for the many ways God is growing generosity in our community! This season, we invite you to join us in our stewardship campaign, New Growth, as we dream boldly and give faithfully. Together, let’s celebrate the blessings we’ve received and the exciting future God is calling us toward! Pledge packets will be mailed this week, and will be available in the back of the church next Sunday.
Day of the Dead Photos Available in the Rectory
Photos of your loved ones and pets are available for pickup in the Rectory Library during office hours, Tuesday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
If you need to arrange another time, please email Lisa at admin@stpaulsbenicia.org or call the office at 707-745-0307.
Thank you!
Our Choir Needs Singers For Christmas Eve!
The choir is looking for additional singers to join us at the 10pm Christmas eve service. Rehearsals will be at 7pm on Thursday nights starting 11/20.
Contact John at tradmusic@stpaulsbenicia.org for more information.
Fall Tea is Back!
Join us on Nov 22 for an afternoon of tasty teas, yummy bites, and sneak-peek performances from the amazing VOENA kids!
Sip, snack, smile — all while supporting a great cause.
St. Paul’s Parish Hall
Tickets at voena.org
Come get your cozy on!
Missing Food Processor:
Whoever borrowed the food processor is asked to return it immediately.
The Community Meal needs it to feed our guests.
Interfaith Service
Save the Date:
Tuesday, November 25, at 7:30 pm
Our Annual Interfaith Thanksgiving service with Congregation B’nai Israel will be hosted this year by St. Paul’s. Please join us!
Wanted: Gift Cards & Pies for Thanksgiving Community Meal
As we approach Thanksgiving and the holiday season, it’s time again to think about donating pies and gift cards for the Community Meal and our guests who partake of the meals on Mondays & Wednesdays. The Thanksgiving meal is served on Wednesday the 26th. As in previous Thanksgiving meals, we are asking for donations of pies (any flavor, but not “ready to bake pies”, there’s no oven space). We also like to give $5 and $10 Safeway gift cards if we can.
Especially this year, the need is more urgent. Pies should be in the Parish Hall by NOON on the 26th. Gift cards can be delivered to Lisa in the Parish Office, or Debi Hall at the 8:45 service and Leo and Catherine Harrod at the 11:00 service.
Thank You for your generosity..
Donna and team…
Sunday, November 30 at 12:00 pm – 4th Annual Grinch Party
Celebrate the commencement of Advent by reading and watching The Grinch Who Stole Christmas beginning directly after the second service. Lunch & popcorn will be provided for children & teens.
Landscaping Help Needed!
Help keep St. Paul’s grounds looking their best! Our Junior Warden is looking for a volunteer to keep our backyard looking sharp! Tools provided- Just bring your positive energy. Contact Ed Curtis for details!
emcurtis3@gmail.com
Parishioner Photos Needed for Social Media
Say cheese, St. Paul’s! We’re looking for photos of our amazing parish family and all the ways you serve- choir, community meal, altar guild and more! Send us your favorites to feature on our social media, so we can show the community who we are and what we’re all about! Feel free to include a story about what made that moment special to you.
Please e-mail Eric at ericdawsonfoster@gmail.com
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. Thank you!
End of Year: Music Calendar
Calling all musicians!
Many members of this parish participate in outside choirs, bands, and other music groups with concerts at the end of the year. This year, we’re making a parish-wide music calendar to share all these special events, both onsite and at other local venues. If you’d like your event included, email the details to Lisa (admin@stpaulsbenicia.org). If your group is hoping to rent the church, get in touch with Lisa ASAP – our calendar is filling up!
Holy Grounds- Coffee Hour
Help Keep “Holy Grounds” Brewing!
Our Sunday coffee hour is a meaningful time of fellowship, and your participation is needed to keep it going. The sign-up sheet is in the Parish Hall and if you have any questions feel free to reach out to our Coffee Hour coordinators Barry & Sally Cunningham at bcunningsb@gmail.com. Make it fun & sign up with a friend!
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) 745-030
