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St. Francis Times

August 26, 2007
Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost

Presiding Minister    Pr. Dawn Roginksi
Preacher                  Pr. Robert Goldstein
Assisting Minister     Paul Johnson
Healing Minister       Pr. Robert Goldstein
Sacristan                 Samuel Aller
Crucifer                   Sarah Wells
Lector                      Lee McCormick
Ushers                     Scott Beckerley & Dale Leininger
Coffee Hour Host     
Counters                 Glenda Lisk & Mike Callahan
Flowers   Today’s altar flowers are given to the glory of God from Paul Johnson in memory of his partner William Carr on his birthday

First Reading:       Isaiah 58:9b-14
Second Reading   Hebrews 12:18-29
Holy Gospel:         Luke 13:10-17
Psalmody:            Psalm 103:1-8

WE REMEMBER IN PRAYER:

• Faye Robinson
• Jane Huey, mother of James Huey, who has health concerns
• James Huey
• Mary Wiltse, sister of Mari Irvin
• Doug Oakman, brother-in-law of Dave Walda, in treatment for cancer
• Mary, cousin of Michael Petrelis
• Dorothy Smith, of the childcare center
• Pastor Bradley Schmeling and St. John's Lutheran Church, Atlanta, Georgia, as they ponder their future with the ELCA

Those serving in the world:

• The Rev. Megan Rohrer, Missionary to the Homeless of SF through The Welcome Ministry;
• The Rev. Pieter Oberholzer and his partner, Fanie Zondagh, and the staff at Inclusive and Affirming Ministries (IAM) in South Africa, serving LGBT people and allies;
• Catharine Coon and the Children of Hope Project in Uganda.

HISTORIC PHOTOGRAPHS DISCOVERED

Our thanks to Mike Callahan who collects vintage photos of San Francisco. Mike discovered the church (in highlighted circle above word "church") in this dramatic photo of the Great Earthquake and Fire of 1906. The fire is advancing toward Market and Dolores (see close-up below which reveals a very undeveloped south side of Mint Hill where the Safeway now is.)

Here is a photo looking down Dolores Street at Market showing the devastation that appears to indicate that this part of the fire was stopped at Dolores and Market (the buildings on the west side of the intersection look intact). For readers worldwide the great destruction was the result of the fire rather than the earthquake since water mains were broken. One fire hydrant on Church St. and 20th St. was found to work and to this day it is painted gold for its gift to the beleaguered firefighters. As the previous photos show St. Francis Church came very close to destruction, but having survived both the earthquake and fire, the church was put to use as a feeding and medical station by the US Navy. In our time 101 years later we are asking now for members and friends of St. Francis who would like to be a part of the city’s emergency response team at St. Francis to contact Pastor Robert. If St. Francis is still standing after the next earthquake or a terrorist attack, people will come to us for help and reassurance. We need to be ready. Will you help us get ready?

We will ceremonially insert the copper time capsule for the next century into the cornerstone, unveil the historic plaque and by God’s grace dedicate this church and us to God’s work and God’s future in San Francisco.

STORIES TO TELL! GIFTS TO SHARE!

"Stories to tell! Gifts to share! " is our theme for St. Francis for 2007-2008. Stewardship at St. Francis is becoming much more than just a two-month pledge program - it will include year-round experiences and activities, such as discussions on faith practices, devotions, sharing our personal stories, supporting the development of the Diaconate Program and encouraging worship.

Beginning at worship on Sunday, September 9, and continuing throughout the year, we will hear one of our own tell their story of being involved at St. Francis and why being part of this congregation’s ministry is so important to that person. You will also be invited to share your story of participation in and connection to the life of our congregation one-on-one with a member of the Stewardship Committee, and, if you like, with the entire congregation.

Please contact any of the members of the committee if you have any questions: Jim Asp, Grant Burger, Bruce Jervis, Paul Johnson, Jim Kowalksi, Nancy Loewe, Brandee Marckmann, Susan Tucerri, Pr. Robert Goldstein and Pr. Dawn Roginski.

BRING YOUR CALENDER

After service today during coffee hour, you can sign up on the Worship Assistant list in the Parish Hall.

SUNDAY SCHOOL COMING SOON!!

We are planning to start a Sunday school this fall. We need some help purchasing kid-friendly furniture for the room. Please consider making a special donation so we can have a good looking room. Also, if you are in a store selling school supplies, we could use washable markers, colored pencils, child scissors and glue sticks. Just bring them with you to church and give them to Pr. Dawn. Thanks for your willingness to help.

SUNDAY CLASS

We are reading Bishop John Spong’s latest book, Jesus for the Non Religious. As usual for Bishop Spong, this too is a controversial and provocative book. Please join us for an animated discussion about our faith in the 21st Century in San Francisco. Pastor Robert

"It's not too late to join Team St. Francis & Friends in the Run/Walk/Sleep-in for The Cure to Breast Cancer. Sign up on-line by visiting: http://race.sfkomen.org, and then, click on "Join An Existing Team". The Run/Walk/Sleep-in for the cure is September 23rd. Upcoming sponsorship and informational activities include coffee hour on September. 9th, and an afternoon wine & cheese mixer at the Cote-Burns home on Sept.15th. Hope to see folks at one or more of these events!"

SUSAN G. KOMEN RACE AFTERNOON OF WINE AND CHEESE EVENT

When: Saturday, September 15, 2007, 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Where: The Home of Deb Cote and Nancy Burns
Parking: Valet
Host: Deb Cote and Nancy Burns
RSVP by September 9 to Deb Cote

Please join Deb and Nancy for this fun event and join the fight against breast cancer. Have a drink, a bite to eat, mingl with and meet new friends, and participate in the raffle or limited silent auction.

If you are unable to come but would like to make a donation, please submit your checks to any team member. Checks should be payable to Komen San Francisco Race for the Cure, or visit the website http://race.sfkomen.org,, and make your pledge to our team on-line. All donations are fully tax deductible.

SARAH HALL SENDS GREETINGS

"Thank you for keeping me in your thoughts and prayers these past months. I am well, and finally settled in Portland. My health is good, and the new environmental job with Wells Fargo interesting. I love being closer to my brother’s family. The only think missing - is you! I miss and love you. Blessings." Sarah

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Lectionary for the Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost

• First Reading: Proverbs 25:6-7
• Second Reading: Hebrews 13:1-8
• Gospel: Luke 14:1, 7-14
• Psalmody: Psalm 112

WORSHIP PARTICIPANTS FOR NEXT SUNDAY

Presiding Minister    Pr. Dawn Roginksi
Preacher                  Pr. Robert Goldstein
Assisting Minister     Rachel Hoobing
Healing Minister       Pr. Robert Goldstein
Sacristan                 Timur Muhrlin
Crucifer                   Stephan Lawson
Lector                      Glenda Lisk
Ushers                     Chuck Hancock
Flowers                   Susan Tucceri
Coffee Hour Host     Grant Burger
Counters                  Glenda Lisk & Mike Callahan

Please take note of the opportunities available to assist with the worship service. There are open slots for upcoming Sundays. Please sign up on the sign-up sheets in the Parish Hall.

Safeway parking permits are available in the back of the church. The permits allow parking for Sunday services ONLY.

St. Francis Lutheran Church

A Place for Gathering: Memory, Presence and Promise
152 Church Street, San Francisco, CA 94114-1111

(415)621-2635, FAX (415)621-8819

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