 Thursday Announcements September 21, 2023  ERIN’S EPISTLETTES We have several special events coming up in the next few weeks. I hope to see many of you there!
From the office—Ann’s Announcements  Birthdays Greg Suhr September 24 Jessica Collins September 29 Pre/Early Teen Bible Study for Sunday mornings won't be starting on Sept 10th. However, the students (11, 12, 13 year-olds) are still welcome to attend the Godly Play classes until regular pre/early teen classes begin. Because there was such limited interest or commitment shown last year among 11-14 year ages, we are asking if you would like your pre/early teens to attend a S.S. class, please contact Peggy Wymore 436-1820 or jpwymore@charter.net to learn more about what is offered and ask any questions you might have. The class basically teaches the students what the Bible is about, how to find their way through that Book, lessons from Bible characters and how they can apply them to their own lives. We will announce a date for starting these classes when Peggy sees there is an interest. (An interest means even one or two who plan to attend regularly -- as possible). The classes will be held during church as is "Godly Play". If the students are acolytes on one of those Sundays, there will be a make-up lesson during coffee hour. Daughters of the King will resume the collection of personal hygiene items THIS SUNDAY, September 24th. Most needed items are shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, toothbrushes, toothpaste, bar soap and hand soap. Prayer Requests * Please make sure your request is received by Wednesday of each week. You may call (308) 632-4626 (leave a message), email us, or mail to: St. Francis Episcopal Church P.O. Box 1201 Scottsbluff, NE 69361 We have the Forward Day by Day’s for August- October are here in regular and large print. If you’d like one of these mailed to you, please email or call the church.
 We’ll sing a selection of hymns by Rae Whitney!  Thursday Announcements September 14, 2023  ERIN’S EPISTLETTES
From the office—Ann’s Announcements Birthdays Bill Mann September 19 Margaret Pepper September 20 Jeane Anderson September 21  September is Childhood Cancer Awareness month. On Sunday, Sept. 17th we are asking St. Francis attendees to wear gold/yellow to honor and support children battling cancer and to help raise awareness for this terrible disease that no child should have to battle. Let's make St. Francis SHINE on Sun. Sept. 17th! Pre/Early Teen Bible Study for Sunday mornings won't be starting on Sept10th. However, the students (11, 12, 13 year-olds) are still welcome
to attend the Godly Play classes until regular pre/early teen classes begin. Because there was such limited interest or commitment shown last year among 11-14 year ages, we are asking if you would like your pre/early teens to attend a S.S. class, please contact Peggy Wymore 436-1820 or jpwymore@charter.net to learn more about what is offered and ask any questions you might have. The class basically teaches the students what the Bible is about, how to find their way through that Book, lessons from Bible characters and how they can apply them to their own lives. We will announce a date for starting these classes when Peggy sees there is an interest. (An interest means even one or two who plan to attend regularly -- as possible). The classes will be held during church as is "Godly Play". If the students are acolytes on one of those Sundays, there will be a make-up lesson during coffee hour. Prayer Requests * Please make sure your request is received by Wednesday of each week. You may call (308) 632-4626 (leave a message), email stfrancis@allophone.com or mail to: St. Francis Episcopal Church P.O. Box 1201 Scottsbluff, NE 69361 We have the Forward Day by Day’s for August- October are here in regular and large print. If you’d like one of these mailed to you, please email or call the church  Thursday Announcements September 7, 2023  ERIN’S EPISTLETTES
Recent Attendance Trends Month-to-Month May: 65 June: 58 July: 46 August: 59 Six Month Averages as of the end of June: 66 as of the end of July: 63 as of the end of August: 62 Threshold to add a second service Sundays: 90 From the office—Ann’s Announcements  Birthdays Christy Anderson September 10 Noah Moreno September 11 Ralph Anderson September 12 Greg Peterson September 12 Wanda Mueller September 13 Anniversaries Clark & Amy Wisniewski September 4 Pre/Early Teen Bible Study for Sunday mornings won't be starting on Sept10th. However, the students (11, 12, 13 year-olds) are still welcome to attend the Godly Play classes until regular pre/early teen
classes begin. Because there was such limited interest or commitment shown last year among 11-14 year ages, we are asking if you would like your pre/early teens to attend a S.S. class, please contact Peggy Wymore at 436-1820 or jpwymore@charter.net to learn more about what is offered and ask any questions you might have. The class basically teaches the students what the Bible is about, how to find their way through that Book, lessons from Bible characters and how they can apply them to their own lives. We will announce a date for starting these classes when Peggy sees there is an interest. (An interest means even one or two who plan to attend regularly -- as possible). The classes will be held during church as is "Godly Play". If the students are acolytes on one of those Sundays, there will be a make-up lesson during coffee hour. Prayer Requests * Please make sure your request is received by Wednesday of each week. You may call (308) 632-4626 (leave a message), email stfrancis@allophone.com or mail to: St. Francis Episcopal Church P.O. Box 1201 Scottsbluff, NE 69361 We have the Forward Day by Day’s for August- October are here in regular and large print. If you’d like one of these mailed to you, please email or call the church.  Thursday Announcements August 31, 2023  ERIN’S EPISTLETTES
From the office—Ann’s Announcements  Birthdays Elsi Nielsen September 6 Madi Collins September 8 Ann Salomon September 8  Saint Francis will co-host a Blessing of the Animals with First Presbyterian Church at Centennial Park on Sunday, October 1 at 2 p.m. 🐈🐕🦺🦜 Please save the date.* *Watch on Facebook for any changes due to inclement weather. Prayer Requests * Please make sure your request is received by Wednesday of each week. You may call (308) 632-4626 (leave a message), email stfrancis@allophone.com or mail to: St. Francis Episcopal Church P.O. Box 1201 Scottsbluff, NE 69361 We have the Forward Day by Day’s for August- October are here in regular and large print. If you’d like one of these mailed to you, please email or call the church.   Thursday Announcements August 24, 2023  ERIN’S EPISTLETTES
The Episcopal Diocese of Hawai'i Attn: Bishop’s Pastoral Fund (Maui Relief) 229 Queen Emma Square Honolulu, HI 96813-2304 Last Sunday's loose offering for the discretionary fund ($115) was donated to this important cause. Your continued prayers are also welcome. From the office—Ann’s Announcements 
 Thursday Announcements August 10, 2023  ERIN’S EPISTLETTES
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 Thursday Announcements August 3, 2023  ERIN’S EPISTLETTES
Recent Attendance Trends Monthly Averages May: 65 June: 58 July: 46 Six-Month Averages as of the end of May: 70 as of the end of June: 66 as of the end of July: 63 Threshold to add second service Sundays: 90
 Clockwise from top left: Picture with a selfie sent to us by Bishop Barker who couldn’t make it to EYE this year, one with newly consecrated Bishop Anne Jolly of Ohio, one with our first speaker, Bishop Dean of Missouri, and one with Bishop Loya of Minnesota who we all love for his Nebraska roots. - from Dean Katie Hargis Bread & Prayer: The Future of Church Leadership in Western Nebraska  Sixteen of DioNeb's fifty parishes are planted west of North Platte. These congregations reflect the diversity of western Nebraska and our Episcopal way – celebrating the beauty of God’s creation through word and sacrament in largely rural and small-town contexts. Critically, our Episcopal churches serve their communities through impactful outreach ministries and provide safe spaces for Christians who seek a spiritual home that is open-minded and accepting. As church and population demographics change, it is essential that our parishes continue to proclaim the Good News by blooming where they're planted. Join Bishop Barker on Saturday, August 5, from 11 am – 3 pm MT, at St. Francis, Scottsbluff to explore ways that the Diocese of Nebraska can continue to ensure a healthy and bright future for the Episcopal Church in Western Nebraska. RSVP to Lachisha Baskin to attend. Lunch will be provided. Share Our Flyer  Thursday Announcements July 27, 2023  ERIN’S EPISTLETTES
From the office—Ann’s Announcements   Birthdays Mardell Schnell July 31 Judi Widmaier July 31 Leticia Schnell August 1 Justin Bohl August 1 Ayita Gomez August 5 Anniversaries Chris & Jane Kelley July 30 Ralph & Melissa Moreno August 1 Phil & Colleen Kelly August 5 The Daughters of the King are sponsoring a collection for the CAPWN Food Pantry. This will replace our collection of personal hygiene items in June and July. The Food Pantry is expecting a higher demand as the agencies that provide two meals a day to children and families will only be providing one meal a day in the month of July. This is due to a change in vendors. We will be collecting June 25 and all Sundays in July. Please bring non-perishable items and place in the baskets in the narthex. Some suggested items include: cereal, peanut butter, canned tuna and meats, canned fruits and vegetables, pasta, dry beans, rice, masa harina, individual serving packages of fruits and vegetables, flour. Please check expiration dates. Thank you for your ongoing support of our community! Prayer Requests * Please make sure your request is received by Wednesday of each week. You may call (308) 632-4626 (leave a message), email stfrancis@allophone.com or mail to: St. Francis Episcopal Church P.O. Box 1201 Scottsbluff, NE 69361 We have the Forward Day by Day’s for August- October are here in regular and large print. If you’d like one of these mailed to you, please email or call the church.
 Thursday Announcements July 20, 2023  ERIN’S EPISTLETTES
From the office—Ann’s Announcements   Birthdays Sarah Williams July 26 Alyson Anderson-Saenz July 29 Anniversaries Christie & Ben Shaver July 22 Kevin & Monica Lehr July 23 The Daughters of the King are sponsoring a collection for the CAPWN Food Pantry. This will replace our collection of personal hygiene items in June and July. The Food Pantry is expecting a higher demand as the agencies that provide two meals a day to children and families will only be providing one meal a day in the month of July. This is due to a change in vendors. We will be collecting June 25 and all Sundays in July. Please bring non-perishable items and place in the baskets in the narthex. Some suggested items include: cereal, peanut butter, canned tuna and meats, canned fruits and vegetables, pasta, dry beans, rice, masa harina, individual serving packages of fruits and vegetables, flour. Please check expiration dates. Thank you for your ongoing support of our community!  “Christmas In July Bazaar” being held in the Parish Hall on this Saturday, July 22, from 8-2pm. We are looking for items that could be used as gifts or decorations at Christmas, or craft items you have. PLEASE NO CLOTHING! We will also have a baked goods table. Food items should be brought no sooner than July 21st. Other donations can be brought starting Sunday, July 16th-21st, to the tables on the East Wall of the Parish Hall. Please call Barb Manasek if you have any questions or need donations picked up at your home, at 436-7767. Prayer Requests * Please make sure your request is received by Wednesday of each week. You may call (308) 632-4626 (leave a message), email stfrancis@allophone.com or mail to: St. Francis Episcopal Church P.O. Box 1201 Scottsbluff, NE 69361 We have the Forward Day by Day’s for August- October are here in regular and large print. If you’d like one of these mailed to you, please email or call the church.  Thursday Announcements July 13, 2023  ERIN’S EPISTLETTES
From the office—Ann’s Announcements  Birthdays Matt Anderson July 17 Dael Hendren July 17 Trudy Schnell July 19 Velysia Gomez July 21 Gary Larson July 22 Ashton Tuzson July 22 Anniversaries Jennifer & Mindy Baird July 16 Don & Kathy Graham July 18 Johnny & Jamie Selzer July 20 Ben & Christie Shaver July 22  The Daughters of the King are sponsoring a collection for the CAPWN Food Pantry. This will replace our collection of personal hygiene items in June and July. The Food Pantry is expecting a higher demand as the agencies that provide two meals a day to children and families will only be providing one meal a day in the month of July. This is due to a change in vendors. We will be collecting June 25 and all Sundays in July. Please bring non-perishable items and place in the baskets in the narthex. Some suggested items include: cereal, peanut butter, canned tuna and meats, canned fruits and vegetables, pasta, dry beans, rice, masa harina, individual serving packages of fruits and vegetables, flour. Please check expiration dates. Thank you for your ongoing support of our community!  “Christmas In July Bazaar” being held in the Parish Hall on July 22, from 8-2pm.
We are looking for items that could be used as gifts or decorations at Christmas, or craft items you have. PLEASE NO CLOTHING! We will also have a baked goods table. Food items should be brought no sooner than July 21st. Other donations can be brought starting Sunday, July 16th-21st, to the tables on the East Wall of the Parish Hall. Please call Barb Manasek if you have any questions or need donations picked up at your home, at 436-7767. Prayer Requests * Please make sure your request is received by Wednesday of each week. You may call (308) 632-4626 (leave a message), email stfrancis@allophone.com or mail to: St. Francis Episcopal Church P.O. Box 1201 Scottsbluff, NE 69361 We have the Forward Day by Day’s for August- October are here in regular and large print. If you’d like one of these mailed to you, please email or call the church. |
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