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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.

What's Happening at St. Francis this week

10/27/2022

 
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Thursday Announcements November 3, 2022
ERIN’S EPISTLETTE'S
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  • The committal service for Jill Wozniak is at West Lawn cemetery this upcoming Saturday at 10 a.m. Her obituary, which was not available when we sent her funeral notice, can be read here. Please continue praying for Jill's family, as well as the families of Nola, Jeanne and Lynne. 
    • As your rector, one of my canonical responsibilities is to encourage church members to have a will. Part of that process is funeral preplanning. Let me know if you would like to talk more about this important topic. To help with the planning process, I put together a checklist of information helpful to you, your family and the church. Copies are available in the front office. 
  • Worship survey results are being reviewed. Discernment of next steps is in process. Thank you for your participation and patience.
  • I plan to attend the PUP & CAT Packs fundraiser at First UMC this Sunday. (see graphic below) I hope several of you can join me!​
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From the office--Ann’s Announcements
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Birthdays
Craig Matthews             November 8
Monica Shambaugh      November 8
 
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.
 
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

10/20/2022

 
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Thursday Announcements October 27, 2022
ERIN’S EPISTLETTES
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  • Our diocese's Annual Council begins this evening and runs through midday Saturday. Thank you Cory Foster and Diane Morrison for your willingness to serve as delegates! Please hold the travel and discernment of all involved in your prayers. For more information on this year's council, please visit: https://annualcouncil.episcopal-ne.org/.                              
  • Your response to my call for donations to the rector's discretionary was incredibly generous. Thank you so much! Please continue to pray for those who come to us for aid, and me as I discern the fairest, most effective and most pastoral way to utilize available resources.  
  • The Joint Nominating Committee for the Election of the Presiding Bishop invites all Episcopalians to participate in a survey to help them develop a profile for our next PB. The survey, which takes about fifteen minutes to complete, is available here and will be open through October 31 (Monday). The election will take place at General Convention in 2024.  
  • Godly Play and Sunday School resume 09/11. Ages 5-12 gather upstairs at 9 a.m. Sundays!
  • A reminder to all Vestry Members: our next vestry meeting will be at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, November 9! 

From the office--Ann’s Announcements
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Happy Halloween!!!
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Just a reminder that this Sunday is “Jingle money Sunday”
 for the children’s outreach project!!!

Birthdays
Navari Gomez                       October 30
Brian Lovell                           November 5
 
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.
 
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

10/12/2022

 
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Thursday Announcements October 20, 2022
 

ERIN’S EPISTLETTES
  • Thanks, parents, for sharing your acolytes with us Sunday afternoon. I enjoyed getting to know this wonderful bunch of great kids!
  • This being the fourth Sunday of the month, the Daughters of the King will collect toiletries for those in need. You're invited to bring your baby bottles to church for a special blessing!
  • Our diocese's Annual Council will take place in Kearney at the end of next week! Because of this, I'll be in the office only Monday and Tuesday of next week. For more information on Council, I invite you to check out their website.
  • The primary purpose of the rector's discretionary fund is to provide emergency aid to those in need. Since my arrival in late August, I've been approached ten times for assistance. We were able to provide direct help to five families. (In the other cases, it was more appropriate to refer them to local social service agencies.) Unfortunately, the fund is down to about $100. I invite those who are so moved to participate in this ministry through both prayer and treasure. If you choose to donate, simply indicate "rector's discretionary" on the envelope or check. (We don't have a way to donate to the rector's discretionary fund through Breeze, but we're working on it.) Thank you for your consideration. 
  • The Joint Nominating Committee for the Election of the Presiding Bishop invites all Episcopalians to participate in a survey to help them develop a profile for our next PB. The survey, which takes about fifteen minutes to complete, is available here and will be open through October 31. The election will take place at General Convention in 2024. 
  • And last but certainly not least, my animal cartoon/meme of the week.
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Happy October!

 
From the office--Ann’s Announcements

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Mind the speed limit with your Halloween cruising about  :)
Birthdays
Julie Anderson-Saenz                     October 25
Al Williams                                       October 27
Walker Anderson                             October 29
 
Anniversaries

Christian & Stacy Bach                    October 24
 
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

10/6/2022

 
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Thursday Announcements October 13, 2022
 
ERIN’S EPISTLETTES
  • ​Your response to the worship survey remains strong! My heartfelt thanks to the seventy-three parishioners who've completed it so far. I would love to have 100% participation! The survey will remain open for another week, until 10/20. It can be completed online (click here), or paper copies are available in the narthex. 
  • Many thanks to those who participated in last Sunday's worship discussion. I appreciated the opportunity to learn about and from each of you. 
  • Due to unforeseen circumstances, one of our delegates to diocesan Council has become unavailable. Council is in Kearney October 27-29. Please let me know if you're interested in serving. 
  • Please save the date! A celebration of our new ministry together, along with a visit from Bishop Barker, will take place the evening of Friday, January 13.
  • And -- last but certainly not least -- my cartoon in honor of our patron saint, Francis, and his love of all creatures

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From the office--Ann’s Announcements​
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Birthdays

Robert Brenner                                 October 18
Santana Tamarak                             October 18
Tayen Feather Earring                      October 20
Danika Bohl                                      October 21
Samuel Selzer                                  October 22

We've been asked to provide a few photos for a slideshow at Diocesan Council. We'd particularly like to include at least one photo from Father Mark's retirement celebration. If you have any saved to your phone or camera, please send them to the front office by October 8. Thank you!  Rev. Rath+
  • Joint Thanksgiving Dinner w/Holy Apostles, Mitchell ~ 11/24

Attention all Acolytes:
For the next several Sundays, we will be taking measurements for new acolyte robes, immediately after the service.  Measurements will be done in the acolyte robing room.
If you are currently an acolyte or interested in becoming an acolyte—please come and get measured for a new robe!       Thanks!    Clark Wisniewski, Acolyte Master

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 September-October 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

10/6/2022

 
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Thursday Announcements October 6, 2022
 
ERIN’S EPISTLETTES
  • Our discussion on the meaning of worship will take place during coffee hour following Eucharist this Sunday, October 9. To clarify, this will not be a duplication of the questions on the survey. Instead, it will be an expansion of them. I hope it will provide an opportunity to add breadth and depth to our thinking about worship -- its meaning, and why we do it. 
  • Your initial response to the opening of our worship survey was strong. I'm pleased to report over fifty submissions as of this writing (on Tuesday afternoon). Thank you to those who participated so far! The survey will remain open until Thursday, October 20. It can be accessed online here, or paper copies are available in the narthex. Let the office know if you need a copy mailed to you. 
  • In honor of our patron saint, Francis, and his love for all of God's creatures, my weekly cartoons this month will have an animal theme. I hope you enjoy the first. ​
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​the Rev. Erin Rath ~ Rector

​From the office--Ann’s Announcements
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​Birthdays
Amy Anderson-Saenz          October 9
Lisa Betz-Marquez               October 9
Paul Brooks                          October 10
Anna Kelley                          October 12
Shirley Brewer                      October 13
Lorrie Wold                           October 13
Jan Johnson                         October 15
 

​We've been asked to provide a few photos for a slideshow at
Diocesan Council. We'd particularly like to include at least one photo from Father Mark's retirement celebration. If you have any saved to your phone or camera, please send them to the front office by October 8. Thank you!  Rev. Rath+
  • Joint Thanksgiving Dinner w/Holy Apostles, Mitchell ~ 11/24

Attention all Acolytes:
For the next several Sundays, we will be taking measurements for new acolyte robes, immediately after the service.  Measurements will be done in the acolyte robing room.
If you are currently an acolyte or interested in becoming an acolyte—please come and get measured for a new robe!
Thanks!    Clark Wisniewski, Acolyte Master
 
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 September-October in regular and large print.
If you’d like one of these mailed to you, please email or call the church.

Worship Survey--October 1, 2022

9/28/2022

 
Dear People of Saint Francis, 
 
As hard as it is for me to believe, summer has passed and October is upon us! This month will be a time of reflection on the meaning of worship at our parish. There are two ways you can participate. 
 
First is the worship survey. It's now available online. Click here to access it. Paper copies will be available at church beginning Sunday, October 2. If you would like one mailed to you, let Ann in the front office know. (stfrancis@allophone.com or 308-632-4626) The survey will be available until Thursday, October 20. Please return paper copies to the office by that date. Second is a discussion on the meaning of worship. This will take place during coffee hour on Sunday, October 9. Please mark your calendars. 
 
Please let friends who are not on email (or who don't check it regularly) know about these opportunities for reflection and discernment. And thank you in advance for your participation.
 
Many Thanks,
Erin+
 
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the Rev. Erin Rath ~ Rector
Saint Francis Episcopal Church
14 E. 20th St ~ Scottsbluff, NE
(308) 632-4626 ~ https://www.saintf.org/
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What's Happening at St. Francis this week

9/22/2022

 
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Thursday Announcements  September 29, 2022

ERIN’S EPISTLETTES
  
  • My first announcement is for youth aged 11-15. You probably know Peggy, the leader of our bible study for teens and pre-teens. She decided to move the study time to after the 9 a.m. service Sundays so youth serving as acolytes can participate. Peggy is cool people and she wants to chat with you. I highly recommend you check it out when you can! 
  • A question I've received a few times is: what should I call you? The short answer is...My first choice is to be addressed by my first name only, without a title. If you're more comfortable addressing me using a title, my first choice is Reverend Erin. I'll tell you more about my reasons in a future enews. 
  • Another question I've received a few times is: do I need an appointment to see you? During the week, appointments are encouraged but by no means required. I'm happy to meet outside "standard business hours," too! I'd love to meet for coffee or take you and your kids/grandkids for ice cream at your convenience. As a reminder, my cell is 605-215-9470. My email is theRevErinRath@gmail.com. 
Finally, an LOL 4u...​
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​From the office--Ann’s Announcements
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Happy Fall Y’all!!!
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Just a reminder that this Sunday is “Jingle money Sunday”
 for the children’s outreach project!!!
Birthdays
Alena Kennedy                                 October 2
Johnny Selzer                                   October 2
Allie Cawiezel                                   October 4
Shawn Hergenrader                         October 5
Chris Kelley                                      October 5
Lucretia Green                                 October 6
Curt Mecklem                                   October 8

Anniversaries
Ann & Ron Salomon                       October 2
Monica & Kathy Shambaugh          October 4
Jennifer & Keith Mills                      October 6
Melissa Iron Cloud                          October 7
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​Please take a moment to fill out a name tag in the Narthax
Let’s help Rev. Erin get to know us!!
Name tag holders and their inserts are available for you now, in the basket in the Narthax.   You may leave the tags here on the bulletin board or bring them back for continued use over the next few months. 

Pizza Party with Rev Erin and Acolytes
When: Sunday October 16th @ 4:00 PM-5:30PM
Where: St Francis Parish Hall
Why:  Rev. Erin wants to get to know the acolytes and a chance for our young altar servers to get to know one another.  We are planning to have pizza and ice cream floats.  We will play some games and have fun getting to know one another.

Pre-early teen Sunday School class will resume on Sunday, October 2nd at it’s new time following the 9am worship service.  The 11-14 year-old students will take their snacks upstairs to the Godly play classroom for a 30-40 minute class.  Thank you, Peggy Wymore

Our “Godly Play” class includes 5-10 yrs.  Our preteen/early Teen Bible Study will include 11-15 year olds.  If your family is new to the church or has not be in church for the past year, please call the church office at 632-4626 Ext. 3, to help us place your child in the right class.  Parents are welcome at anytime to attend your child’s Sunday School class and observe.
 
Attention all Acolytes:
For the next several Sundays, we will be taking measurements for new acolyte robes, immediately after the service.  Measurements will be done in the acolyte robing room.
If you are currently an acolyte or interested in becoming an acolyte—please come and get measured for a new robe!
Thanks! 
Clark Wisniewski
Acolyte Master
 
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 September-October 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

9/15/2022

 
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Thursday Announcements
 September 22, 2022
 
FROM REV. ERIN 

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Centering Prayer:
A Life Practice With Br. James Dowd, OSB Monk-in-residence,
Episcopal Diocese of Nebraska
Prior of Incarnation Monastery
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​​Saturday, September 24, 2022
9:00 AM – 12:00 Noon
St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church 312 W. 16th Street, Alliance, NE
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Do you struggle with how to be still or how to gain some inner silence? Have you wondered what centering prayer is? Want to know more about it? Looking for a new and meaningful prayer practice?
 
On Saturday, September 24th, Br. James Dowd will present a workshop on Centering Prayer. Br. James has practiced for many years as a Benedictine monk, and he will share his wealth of knowledge and experience with us. This is open to everyone; ALL are invited to this special event.
 
If you have any questions, please contact St. Matthew’s at 308-762-1965.
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 Dear People of Saint Francis, 
 
This week, I have a hodgepodge of announcements and information to share with you. 
  • The first is directed towards folks my age and a little younger. The Centers for Disease Control recently expanded eligibility for an additional COVID booster.         I received mine last week. (This was my second booster and fourth shot.) I commend this to your serious consideration. More people being up-to-date on all available COVID vaccinations makes our communities -- including Saint Francis -- safer, especially for the most vulnerable among us. 
  • This Sunday, the Daughters of the King will collect toiletries to distribute to those in need. I invite you to participate as you are able. See the announcement below for more information. 
  • Discussions and a survey related to worship will happen soon. For more information, see my note from last week. Watch for the written survey to open in early October. I hope you can join us for some small group discussion, too. ​
Thanks for reading. 
 
Blessings,
Erin+

From the office--Ann’s Announcements
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Birthdays
Jessica Collins                     September 29
Pati McLellan                       October 1
James Nielsen                     October 1

Please take a moment to fill out a name tag in the Narthax
Let’s help Rev. Erin get to know us!!   Name tag holders and their inserts are available for you now, in the basket in the Narthax.   You may leave the tags here on the bulletin board or bring them back for continued use over the next few months.   

There will be no pre-early teen Sunday School class this Sunday the 25th.  It will resume on the following Sunday, October 2nd at it’s new time following the 9am worship service.  The 11-14 year-old students will take their snacks upstairs to the Godly play classroom for a 30-40 minute class. 
Thank you, Peggy Wymore

Sunday School classes started Sunday, September 11th.
Our “Godly Play” class includes 5-10 yrs.  Our preteen/early Teen Bible Study will include 11-15 year olds.  If your family is new to the church or has not be in church for the past year, please call the church office at 632-4626 Ext. 3, to help us place your child in the right class.  Parents are welcome at anytime to attend your child’s Sunday School class and observe.
 
The Daughters of the King will be collecting personal hygiene items, Sunday, September 25.  Items include toothpaste, toothbrushes, deodorant, etc. We have identified a number of organizations that distribute these to people in need and we will be donating to them on a rotating basis.  The items collected next Sunday will be added to those we collected earlier for the Foster Closet which is now closed.  Please place your donations in the laundry basket in the narthex.
 
Attention all Acolytes:
For the next several Sundays, we will be taking measurements for new acolyte robes, immediately after the service.  Measurements will be done in the acolyte robing room.
If you are currently an acolyte or interested in becoming an acolyte—please come and get measured for a new robe!
Thanks! 
Clark Wisniewski
Acolyte Master
  
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 September-October 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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Scottsbluff, NE 69361
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