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St. Francis Times

February 19, 2006
The Seventh Sunday After Epiphany

Presiding Minister Pr. Robert Goldstein
Preacher Robin Ressler
Assisting Minister Michael Mallory
Lector Glenda Lisk
Healing Minister Pr. Paul Brenner
Crucifer Stephen Lawson
Sacristan Patrick Brown, Jr.
Ushers Ken Broshous & Timur Muhrlin
Counters Sarah Wells & Lynne Ohlson
Organist Dr. David Schofield
Coffee Hour Hosts Max Kirkeberg & Gabriel Proo
Altar Flowers are given to the glory of God by Dale Leininger to commemorate his twelfth anniversary with Mitch Barnow.

Hebrew Lesson:  Isaiah 43:18-25
Psalmody: Psalm 41
Second Reading: 2 Corinthians 1:18-22
Holy Gospel:  St. Mark 2:1-12

WE REMEMBER IN PRAYER:

• Ellen Zoppi, Eric Shifler's sister, who has been hospitalized with complications related to diabetes;
• David Cortez and his family on the sudden passing of his sister, Virginia Huiza;
• Ken Hedrick, whose mother was buried in West Virginia, February 3;
• Karen, sister of Paul Groth, as she struggles with the side effects of chemotherapy;
• Esther Boyd, Karen Custer's mother and Scott Beckerley's grandmother in Lawton Rehab Center;
• Tom Tragardh, now at home, as he recovers from surgery;
• three of our Seniors: Edna Gourley, who is recuperating at home, Rose Mitchell, who is in St. Francis Hospital, and Rose Wong, who recently suffered a stroke;
• John Ross, a resident at Maitri;
• Robert Zampetti's father, George, who is recovering from illness;
• Ollie Payne as she recovers from a long illness;
• John Duffy, uncle of Dann Cantrell, as he goes through serious treatment.

Those serving in the world:

• The Rev. Pieter Oberholzer and his partner, Fanie Zondagh, and the staff at Inclusive and Affirming Ministries (I AM) in South Africa, serving LGBT people and allies;
• Catherine Coon and the Children of Hope Project in Uganda;
• the St. Francis Transitional Ministry Team;
• all who work for justice and seek peace in the world.

INSTALLATION.  The Installation Eucharist for Pr. Goldstein will be held the Fourth Sunday in Lent, March 26, at 2:30 PM.   This important event for undertaking our vision is also an opportunity to witness to the larger Lutheran and religious community.  Bishop Landahl from Chicago will be the preacher, Pr. Dan Solberg, Dean of San Francisco Conference, will be installing and Pr. Susan Strouse, First United Lutheran Church, will preside.  Invitations will be extended to other churches and synagogues for participation.

ADULT STUDY GROUP:  Sunday mornings at 9:45 AM in the Conference Room.  Come and join lively discussions, sharing of diverse opinions, and the experience of support for each persons spiritual journey and contributions.

MEMBERSHIP INQUIRY CLASSES will meet at 10:30 AM on Saturdays March 4, 11, 18, and 25.  Whether you plan to join or not, you are invited to attend.  New Members will be received at the Easter Vigil.  See Pr. Goldstein.

ASH WEDNESDAY, March 1.  Imposition of the ashes at 1:30 PM and 7:00 PM.

EVENSONG:  The Church of St. Savior cordially invites the members of St. Francis to a sung Evensong, Wednesday, February 22nd at 6:30 PM, here at St. Francis, in celebration of the 2nd Anniversary of the founding of The New Church - Inclusive Anglican Reform, as well as the 2nd Anniversary of the consecration of Bishop Rusty Clyma. A reception will follow.

SAVE THE DATE:  Saturday evening, May 20, 2006, Spring Fling Silent Auction Fundraiser to benefit Friends of St. Francis Childcare Center.  Mark your calendars now and join us for an evening of great food, drinks, a silent auction, a raffle and entertainment.  Spring Fling 2006 will be held at the S. F. County Fair Building at Ninth Avenue and Lincoln Way.

PARTICIPATION IN ST. FRANCIS CHOIR. Each Sunday morning rehearsal is at 9:00 AM.

HOSPITALITY HOUR serves about 60 to 65 people each Sunday morning at 8:45 AM.  Volunteers are needed to help with welcoming, serving juice, preparing breakfast, and cleaning up.  Speak to Chuck Hancock, Gabriel Proo, Max Kirkeberg, Michael Callahan, Robin Ressler or Pr. Brenner.

WOULD YOU LIKE TO HELP A YOUNG WOMAN THROUGH COLLEGE?  A good friend of Sylvia Braselmann and Kathy Emery and a science teacher at Mission High School, Derrlyn Tom, are setting up a scholarship fund for Jacqueline, one of her students.  Scholarship donations will be tax-deductible, and any amount is appreciated.  Talk to or email Sylvia (sbraselmann@rigel.com). Thank you!

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY  Nancy Record is the St. Francis contact person and can help you find a time to participate in this project to make affordable housing available to needy families (415-346-3029). Choose your day:  March 2, 3, 11, 12.

BLACK HISTORY MONTH reminds us that our society is polycultural and provides opportunities to learn about the contributions of different cultures.  We salute our African American friends and neighbors for their accomplishments and contributions.

MARDI GRAS FUNDRAISER:  The East Bay (Lutheran) Youth Program is having a fundraiser on Saturday February 25th from 5:30 to 9:30 PM at:  Joaquin Miller Community Center (Inside Joaquin Miller Park) 3594 Sanborn Drive, Oakland.  The evening is promised to be fun with wonderful food.  The cost is $50 and there is a discount if people buy tickets for a table.  For more info: Contact Pr. Craig Munich at (510) 390-4045 (cell phone)

PASTOR ROBERT'S NEW CELLPHONE NUMBER is 415-516-5878.  His residence phone is 415-558-8978.  You can reach him any time except Mondays, his day off unless, of course, you have a pastoral emergency.

HELP US UPDATE OUR MEMBERS BOARD:  Max Kirkeberg will be available over the next several weeks to take your picture during coffee hour.

ANNUAL MEETING HIGHLIGHTS: The congregation annual meeting was held last Sunday with 54 voting members in attendance. Highlights included:

1) Approving the proposed 2006 budget for $565,657.00.  Many thanks to Dale Leininger for guiding us through this discussion;

2) Recognizing out-going Council members Bruce Jervis (President), Jane Moyer (Vice President) and Richard Penrose for their service, especially Bruce Jervis for his dedication as Council President the past two years;

3) Electing Scott Beckerley, Rob Byrne and Debora Tully (three-year terms) and Mike Callahan (one-year term) to congregation council, Valerie Wagner and Arthur Morris as congregational representatives to the Nominating committee, and Glenda Lisk to the Audit committee.  Officers for 2006 are Grant Burger (President), Sarah Wells (Vice President), Susan Tucceri (Secretary) and Dale Leininger (Treasurer);

4) Passing a resolution to renew a term call to the Rev. Pieter Oberholzer as Missionary at Large for Inclusive & Affirming Ministries, South Africa to Annual Meeting 2007;

5) Passing a resolution to extend a term call to Pr. Ruth Frost as Chaplain to the Extraordinary Candidacy Project to March 31, 2006.

Thank you all for your partnership in faith and ministry.

Weekly Schedule

Sun 19	Mon 20	Tue 21	Wed 22	Thu 23	Fri 24	Sat 25	Sun 26
8:45 AM Community Hospitality (PH) 9:00 AM Choir Rehearsal (S) 9:45 AM Adult Education Class (CR) 11:00 AM WORSHIP (S) 12:15 PM Coffee Hour (PH)	OFFICE CLOSED FOR PRESIDENTS DAY	6:30 PM Church Council (CR)	10:00 AM St. Francis Senior Center (PH)	.	.	.	8:45 AM Community Hospitality (PH) 9:00 AM Choir Rehearsal (S) 9:45 AM Adult Education Class (CR) 11:00 AM WORSHIP (S) 12:15 PM Coffee Hour (PH) 12:30 PM Children's Ministry (SC)

Participants for Sunday, February 26
The Transfiguration of Jesus

Presiding Minister Fr. Evan Ardley
Preacher Pr. Robert Goldstein
Assisting Minister Barbara Kling
Lector Grant Burger
Healing Minister Pr. Paul Brenner
Crucifer Jim Kowalski
Sacristan Patrick Brown, Jr.
Ushers Arthur Morris & Grant Burger
Counters Grant Burger & Jim Kowalski
Organist Dr. David Schofield
Coffee Hour Hosts Brian Border & James Loubriel
Altar Flowers Nancy Loewe

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