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What's Happening at St. Francis this week

11/30/2022

 
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Thursday Announcements December 8, 2022
 
ERIN’S EPISTLETTES

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​Last week, a parishioner received a text from someone pretending to be me and asking for gift cards.
 
Please know I will 
never ask for gift cards nor will I ever text you from a number other than my cell.
(Note the different area code on this message.)
f you ever doubt the veracity of a message received in any format (be it email, text, phone call, Facebook, etc.)
please contact me on a known channel (such as my previously published email or cell,
or the front office phone) to confirm before responding.

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​Midweek Eucharists have begun! 
We gather in the chapel Wednesdays at six.
​We're using the Rite I liturgy directly from the 
Book of Common Prayer during Advent.
All are welcome!

There's lots happening at Saint Francis in the next few weeks!
​Please read the rest of the enews so you don't miss out.  
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Sacred Ground Registration Extended


The registration deadline for the next diocesan-wise Sacred Ground session 
has been extended until December 16.
 Register now! 
Sacred Ground is a dialogue series on race grounded in faith,
and participants learn about historic and contemporary racism in the U.S.
and how to encourage improved human relations for ourselves, our communities, and our nation.
Circles begin meeting on January 9, 2023, and you may learn more and register online on our webpage.
Questions? Email Lesley Dean at lesleydean5403@gmail.com


 

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​Weather cancellation communications:
  • We'll be using MSP (Ministry Scheduler Pro) to send text notifications regarding weather-related cancellations. 
    • These will be sent from a number with a 301 area code. 
    • A test message was sent on Monday evening (11/14). If you did not receive this and want to be added to the list, please let the Ann in the front office know. When contacting her, please provide a current cell phone. 
  • We'll also post to our Facebook page, update our website and list our information on KNEB 960 AM's website.
  • If ever you feel unsafe travelling, we encourage you to stay home. 

From the office--Ann’s Announcements
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Birthdays
Lori Peterson                 December 11
Richard Schaneman      December 11
Ryley Collins                  December 12
Theodore Meyer            December 12
Len Tabor                      December 12
Ian Mills                         December 13
Rick Gable                     December 15
Don Kepler                     December 15
Steve Trickler                 December 17
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Anniversaries
Michelle & Amy Anderson-Saenz            December 12     

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​The Annual Christmas Cookie Exchange will be held in the Parish Hall on Saturday,
December 17th, at 10:00am.
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We will fill cookies tins (provided by the church) for our Shut-ins.  Please bring 3 dozen cookies to share. 
We hope that will leave 2 dozen for each of us after the tins for Shut-ins are filled. 
Please bring an empty container for yourself to fill with a delicious variety of sweet treats for your holiday celebrations.
Refreshments will also be served. 
Come for fun and fellowship!  Any questions call Barb at 436-7767.

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​​It’s 
that  time of the year again, and we need your help!  
We will be decorating the church after the service on December 11th.  
We have jobs for everyone and the more the merrier.
Please plan on staying a little longer to help. 
We are also in need of a small lighted tree for the kids to decorate in the Parish Hall,
about 4 feet tall or shorter.   If you have a tree you could donate,
please call Father Bob 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

Forward Day by Day Booklets
We have the Forward Day by Day’s for November-January are here in regular and large print.  If you’d like one of these mailed to you, please email or call the church.

What's Happening at St. Francis this week

11/29/2022

 
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Thursday Announcements December 1, 2022
 
ERIN’S EPISTLETTES
  • I've noticed fewer name tags at Sunday Eucharist. For the sake of creating a warm welcome for visitors, I encourage you to continue wearing these.
  • On a related note, our visitor welcome form has been streamlined. Instead of being in a binder at the back of the church, these are now on orange slips in the pew racks. (Alternatively, the form can be completed electronically using the QR code on the first page of the bulletin.) Completed slips can be dropped in the offering plate. If you see a newcomer, please introduce yourself and invite them to complete the form so we can get to know them. 
  • Don't forget: the bishop's annual visit and our celebration of new ministry will take place the evening of Friday, January 13. 
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​Sacred Ground Registration Extended


The registration deadline for the next diocesan-wise Sacred Ground session has been extended until December 16. Register now! 
Sacred Ground is a dialogue series on race grounded in faith, and participants learn about historic and contemporary racism in the U.S.
and how to encourage improved human relations for ourselves, our communities, and our nation.
Circles begin meeting on January 9, 2023, and you may learn more and register online on our webpage.
Questions? Email Lesley Dean at lesleydean5403@gmail.com

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​Weather cancellation communications:
  • We'll be using MSP (Ministry Scheduler Pro) to send text notifications regarding weather-related cancellations. 
    • These will be sent from a number with a 301 area code. 
    • A test message was sent on Monday evening (11/14). If you did not receive this and want to be added to the list, please let the Ann in the front office know. When contacting her, please provide a current cell phone. 
  • We'll also post to our Facebook page, update our website and list our information on KNEB 960 AM's website.
  • If ever you feel unsafe travelling, we encourage you to stay home. 


​From the office--Ann’s Announcements
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​Birthdays
Jana Bode                  December 4
Beth McKibbin            December 4
Chesney Joplin           December 8
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​​Anniversaries
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Trudy Schnell             December 6


It’s that  time of the year again, and we need your help!    
We will be decorating the church after the service on December 11th.  
                               
We have jobs for everyone and the more the merrier. Please plan on
staying a little longer to help.                                                                                                 
We are also in need of a small lighted tree for the kids to decorate in the Parish Hall,
bout 4 feet tall or shorter.     If you have a tree you could donate, please call Father Bob at
​436-7767.

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​The Annual Christmas Cookie Exchange will be held in the Parish Hall on Saturday, December 17th, at 10:00am.

We will fill cookies tins (provided by the church) for our Shut-ins.  Please bring 3 dozen cookies to share. 
We hope that will leave 2 dozen for each of us after the tins for Shut-ins are filled. 
Please bring an empty container for yourself to fill with a delicious variety of sweet treats for your holiday celebrations.
Refreshments will also be served. 

Come for fun and fellowship!  Any questions call Barb 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

Forward Day by Day Booklets
We have the Forward Day by Day’s for November-January are here in regular and large print.  If you’d like one of these mailed to you, please email or call the church.
​

What's Happening at St. Francis this week

11/17/2022

 
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Thursday Announcements November 23, 2022
 
ERIN’S EPISTLETTES
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  • I'm headed to the Black Hills to see family over the Thanksgiving holiday. I leave Wednesday and return Saturday. The fans of Mr. Honey Bear, ESQ, needn't worry: He's under the capable care of friends from First Presbyterian. I pray those who travel stay safe and all have a joyous, meaningful holiday. I hope to see those of you who are in town Sunday. 
  • In case you missed it, worship survey results are in! We'll continue offering a single Sunday service at 9 a.m. We'll offer a midweek Eucharist Wednesdays at 6 p.m. beginning November 30. To see a detailed summary of the results and read the letter explaining the decisions I made using those results, click here. Hard copies are available in the narthex.
    • At your request, sermons will be posted to our website. They'll "live" here. You can also find them under What We Do on the homepage. 
  • Volunteers are needed for a new pastoral care ministry. If you enjoy writing cards and are interested in supporting individuals and families following the loss of a pet, let me know. 
  • Looking ahead a bit, Christmas Eve services will be at 5:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. this year. There will be no service on Christmas Day and no incense used at the 5:30 service. Portions of both services will be sung. Those in leadership roles probably already received a request to serve from the front office. Thank you in advance for sharing your busy holiday with us!
 
 Advent reading materials: 
  • Reading materials to enrich your Advent will be available in the narthex beginning this Sunday. The titles are listed below along with a link to the description. All three are available as an ebook. 
    • I, Witness: Living Inside the Stories of Advent and Christmas
    • Be Born in Us Today
    • Light Shines in the Darkness is an Advent devotional designed especially for families
  • In addition to the materials for adults, an Adverbs for Advent chain will be distributed in Sunday School. If you would like to share this meaningful Advent reflection with a young person in your life who does not attend Saint Francis, please let Rev Erin know.                                                                                                                                                             
  • Let Ann in the front office know if you want any materials mailed to you. 
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Weather cancellation communications:
  • We'll be using MSP (Ministry Scheduler Pro) to send text notifications regarding weather-related cancellations. 
    • These will be sent from a number with a 301 area code. 
    • A test message was sent on Monday evening (11/14). If you did not receive this and want to be added to the list, please let the Ann in the front office know. When contacting her, please provide a current cell phone. 
  • We'll also post to our Facebook page, update our website and list our information on KNEB 960 AM's website.
  • If ever you feel unsafe travelling, we encourage you to stay home. 


From the office--Ann’s Announcements​
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Happy Thanksgiving!
Birthdays
Tosh Nanbara             November 27
Vicky Gable                November 27
Glen Amateis              December 2
Amy Meyer                 December 2
 
Anniversaries
Kim & Tim Hurst         November 27
 
This year’s Thanksgiving meal will be hosted by St. Francis tomorrow, Thursday, November 24th at 11:30 am. Ham, Turkey, potatoes and gravy and beverages will be provided.  See you there!
               
Reminder:  There will be NO Sunday School classes on November 27th.
               
We’re needing a few acolytes for the 8:30 service Christmas Eve.  We’ll accept any adult acolytes, as well.  Please call the office if you’re available.
 
It’s that time of the year again, and we need your help!    We will be decorating the church after the service on December 11th.   We have jobs for everyone and the more the merrier. Please plan on staying a little longer to help.  We are also in need of a small lighted tree for the kids to decorate in the Parish Hall, about 4 feet tall or shorter.   If you have a tree you could donate, please call Father Bob at 436-7767.
 
The Annual Christmas Cookie Exchange  will be held in the Parish Hall on Saturday, December 17th, at 10:00am.  We will fill cookies tins (provided by the church) for our Shut-ins.  Please bring 3 dozen cookies to share.  We hope that will leave 2 dozen for each of us after the tins for Shut-ins are filled.  Please bring an empty container for yourself to fill with a delicious variety of sweet treats for your holiday celebrations. Refreshments will also be served.  Come for fun and fellowship!  Any questions call Barb at 436-7767.
 
The Daughters of the King have decided to suspend the collection of personal hygiene items for the rest of this year. There are so many other opportunities during the holidays to help our community that need our support.
Thanks your generous outpouring, we’ve been able to provide items to Doves, WNCC Student Life and the Hope Center.  We will resume collection the fourth Sunday in January.
                          
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

Forward Day by Day Booklets
We have the Forward Day by Day’s for November-January are here in regular and large print.  If you’d like one of these mailed to you, please email or call the church.

What's Happening at St. Francis this week

11/9/2022

 
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​Thursday Announcements November 17, 2022
 
ERIN’S EPISTLETTES
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  • In case you missed it, worship survey results are in! We'll continue offering a single Sunday service at 9 a.m. We'll offer a midweek Eucharist Wednesdays at 6 p.m. beginning November 30. To see a detailed summary of the results and read the letter explaining the decisions I made using those results, click here. Hard copies are available in the narthex.
    • At your request, sermons will be posted to our website. They'll "live" here. You can also find them under What We Do on the homepage. 
  • Volunteers are needed for a new pastoral care ministry. If you enjoy writing cards and are interested in supporting individuals and families following the loss of a pet, let me know. 
  • Looking ahead a bit, Christmas Eve services will be at 5:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. this year. There will be no service on Christmas Day and no incense used at the 5:30 service. Portions of both services will be sung. Those in leadership roles probably already received a request to serve from the front office. Thank you in advance for sharing your busy holiday with us!

Advent reading materials: 
  • Reading materials to enrich your Advent will be available in the narthex beginning this Sunday. The titles are listed below along with a link to the description. All three are available as an ebook. 
    • I, Witness: Living Inside the Stories of Advent and Christmas
    • Be Born in Us Today
    • Light Shines in the Darkness is an Advent devotional designed especially for families
  • In addition to the materials for adults, an Adverbs for Advent chain will be distributed in Sunday School. If you would like to share this meaningful Advent reflection with a young person in your life who does not attend Saint Francis, please let Rev Erin know.
  • Let Ann in the front office know if you want any materials mailed to you. 


Weather cancellation communications:
  • We'll be using MSP (Ministry Scheduler Pro) to send text notifications regarding weather-related cancellations. 
    • These will be sent from a number with a 301 area code. 
    • A test message was sent on Monday evening (11/14). If you did not receive this and want to be added to the list, please let the Ann in the front office know. When contacting her, please provide a current cell phone. 
  • We'll also post to our Facebook page, update our website and list our information on KNEB 960 AM's website.
  • If ever you feel unsafe travelling, we encourage you to stay home.


 
From the office--Ann’s Announcements​
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Birthdays
Gail Burbach                        November 21
Gretchen Foster                   November 24
 
Anniversaries

Jon & Amy Meyer                 November 20
  
This year’s Thanksgiving meal will be hosted by St. Francis on Thursday, November 24th at 11:30 am. Ham, Turkey, potatoes and gravy and beverages will be provided.  If you care to share your favorite hot side, salad, or dessert, please signup on the sheet in the Narthex or call Ann Salomon in the office at 632-4626 Ext. 3, and let her know you are coming, and what you will be bringing.  We would like to have a count of how many are coming by Monday, Nov. 21st at the latest, to have enough turkey and ham for everyone.               
 
The Daughters of the King have decided to suspend the collection of personal hygiene items for the rest of this year. There are so many other opportunities during the holidays to help our community that need our support.
Thanks your generous outpouring, we’ve been able to provide items to Doves, WNCC Student Life and the Hope Center.  We will resume collection the fourth Sunday in January.
                          
 
If you'd like to learn to make the kind of sourdough bread sold at the local farmer's market, please contact Carolyn Pevey at cfpevey@gmail.com for information about what to bring to church at 630 on November 15.
 
We have six spots but can do another session in December if there is interest. Expect to go home that night with a few ounces of fresh starter as well as dough ready to bake the following day or to keep refrigerated for baking a bit later.
 
 


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

Forward Day by Day Booklets
We have the Forward Day by Day’s for November-January are here in regular and large print.  If you’d like one of these mailed to you, please email or call the church.

What's Happening at St. Francis this week

11/8/2022

 
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Thursday Announcements November 10, 2022
 
ERIN’S EPISTLETTE'S
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  • Most of you are aware a young man from Gering High School died suddenly and tragically last month. Pastoral care is available to all community members, regardless of whether they are connected to Saint Francis or not. If you know of anyone who needs support, please let me know. 
  • For those interested in learning more about the happenings at this year's Annual Council, several videos have been posted to YouTube:
    • Bishop Barker's address is available here.
    • Canon Stephanie Spellers keynote address to Council is available here. 
    • And Canon Spellers' sermon at Council's opening Eucharist is available here, beginning at 31:41.
  • It's never too early to announce CAMP!! The Diocese of Nebraska's Camp Canterbury will be July 17-21, 2023 at Calvin Crest in Fremont. Neither transportation nor cost should be a barrier to any Saint Francis youth (or their friends) who wish to attend. Please talk with me if logistical or financial assistance is needed. And please save the date!!
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From the office--Ann’s Announcements
 
In honor of our Veterans:​
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Birthdays
Christian Bach              November 13
Nina Betz                      November 15
Margaret Chase            November 15
Kathy Shambaugh        November 15
Linda Mitchell                November 18
Ralph Moreno               November 18
 
Anniversaries

Peter & Jennifer Schilke       November 19
 
This year’s Thanksgiving meal will be hosted by St. Francis on Thursday, November 24th at 11:30 am. Ham, Turkey, potatoes and gravy and beverages will be provided.  If you care to share your favorite hot side, salad, or dessert, please signup on the sheet in the Narthex or call Ann Salomon in the office at 632-4626 Ext. 3, and let her know you are coming, and what you will be bringing.  We would like to have a count of how many are coming by Monday, Nov. 21st at the latest, to have enough turkey and ham for everyone.     

The Daughters of the King Discernment class is beginning Monday, November 14, 1:00-2:30 pm on Zoom. If you have an interest in becoming a Daughter, this 8-week class is required. Please call Beth McKibbin, 308-641-3993 if you’re interested.
 
                      
 
If you'd like to learn to make the kind of sourdough bread sold at the local farmer's market,
please contact Carolyn Pevey at cfpevey@gmail.com
for information about what to bring to church at 630 on November 15.
 
We have six spots but can do another session in December if there is interest.
Expect to go home that night with a few ounces of fresh starter as well as dough ready to bake
the following day or to keep refrigerated for baking a bit later.
 

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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

Forward Day by Day Booklets
We have the Forward Day by Day’s for November-January are here in regular and large print.        If you’d like one of these mailed to you, please email or call the church.

    Rev. Erin Rath

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14 E 20th Street

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​P.O. Box 1201


stfrancis@allophone.com

​(308) 632-4626

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