NINTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST

First Reading:      Isaiah 55:10-13
Second Reading  Romans 8:1-11
Holy Gospel:        Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23
Psalmody:           Psalm 65:1-13

WE REMEMBER IN PRAYER:

• Debbie Lawson, mother of William Brogan
• Betty Nelson, resident of Chestnut Manor, San Bruno
• Lisa's daughter Amber, with addiction problems, and son Aaron serving in Iraq
• Bill Hunter, recuperating at home
• Bob Douglas, home
• Sophie Barron, mother of James Barron, now at Country Villa Health Center San Rafael
• Humberto Valle, friend of Dale Leininger, diagnosed with lymphoma
• Diane Reyneker, teacher at Friends of St. Francis Childcare Center
• Mary, cousin of Michael Petrelis
• our shut-ins
• Robert Gardiner, friend of Pastor Robert
• Dorothy Smith, of the childcare center

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 Hope Alive Project in Uganda.

LC/NA GIVES OUT AWARDS AT HEARTS ON FIRE
Lutherans Concerned North America awarded the Jim Siefkes Justice– Maker Award to the Reverend Jayne Thompson for her years of work with voting members at both Synod Assemblies and Churchwide Assemblies, and to Dr. Bennett Falk for his role in organizing Goodsoil.org. The awards were presented at last week’s Hearts on Fire assembly.
	The Jim Siefkes Justice– Maker Award was established in 1990 to recognize “superior and tireless efforts of straight allies on behalf of GLBT Lutherans”. This award is named in honor of the Reverend Jim Siefkes (left) who obtained funding in 1974 for and convened the initial meeting that resulted in the formation of Lutherans Concerned for Gay People.

Our own Jeannine Janson was given a special award at Hearts on Fire. Lutherans Concerned recognizes the valuable contribution Jeannine has made to them in time and money over the last 6 years on the national board. She has been a steady, capable leader and helped propel Lutherans Concerned forward towards their new mission. The distinguished service award is named the Janson Distinguished Service Award in her honor. An endowment fund was also established in her name. We all know how hard-working and valuable Jeannine is and now all her service to Lutherans Concerned has been formally recognized. Pictures from the event and more details will be in future issues of The Times.

STILL TIME TO SIGN UP FOR JULY 19 WALKING TOUR

Anyone who wishes to take the July 19th walking tour with Max Kirkeberg, should contact him as soon as possible. The tour will begin at 10 AM at 23rd Street and Capp Street in front of the Presbyterian Church.

The walk will go to the Chinese Buddhist temple (previously a Lutheran Church), as well as observing the various murals, Hispanic diversity, emerging community of the young/hip/ artistic culture, and the evolution of Mission Street. The cost of this walk is $20.00.

All proceeds will go to the ministries of St. Francis Lutheran Church. The telephone number for Max is 415-282-6022.

THANKSGIVING FOOD BASKET

San Francisco has nearly 150,000 persons who live under the threat of hunger.

Consider purchasing extra cans of food, and bring them on Sunday to put in our basket. Food not used for Hospitality will be donated to the San Francisco Food Bank. Food that can be accepted include canned vegetables, canned fruit, tuna, canned meats, soups, stews and chili, peanut butter and cereal (no glass containers or perishable food, please).

BULLETIN #7 July 9, 2008

Here’s what I know: As of this morning, our team had collected $5,705 on-line. Is this good or bad? If we compare this with last year, as of July 3, 2007, we had collected $8,475. So we be significantly behind. Am I discouraged? Strangely not. If we just keep at it– you’ve all received my incredibly helpful e-mail on “how to raise skeds of penga with only the touch of a few keys” - if we just keep at it, we will wind up doing well. My own track record this year remains tardy. As of today, I have mailed only 37 folks out of probably around 200. But remember we have until August 15tth to collect sponsors. I’ve heard from 12 sponsors who raised $1341 and another $25 on-line (Thanks, B & J). So let’s just keep at it, OK? Thanks. Maxie Maxie

	FEAST OF THE PRUNING OF THE GREAT HEDGE JULY 19
This annual event will meet to trim the hedge that runs along the Memorial Terrace to the back garden. It starts at 10 AM and runs to 2 PM. Bring your work gloves, water, and anything else appropriate to the occasion.

Adult Forum is currently reading La Vida Sacra. This book is about Hispanic religion and liturgy and how we can begin to understand its many gifts to enhance our life and worship as Christians.

Join us on Sundays at 9:30 AM in the Conference Room.

If you would like one of your pastors to listen to your concerns or pain, don't hesitate to ask us -make an appointment, or ask us to call you or mark the pew card. We can be distracted at times on Sundays, so it is best to set aside another time when we can really listen. Pastors Robert and Dawn

The church office is open from 8:30 am to 5 PM, It is highly recommended that appointments be made when visiting Dave Walda, the Senior Parish Administrator to insure that he will be available to assist you. Thanks!

SAVE THE DATE

SEPTEMBER 21

San Francisco Race for the Cure

THRIVENT ANNUAL PICNIC

Please save the date for our local Thrivent Chapter's Annual Picnic: September 21, 2008 from 11:30-3:00 at Speedway Meadows in Golden Gate Park. Join us for live jazz, a delicious barbeque meal, and family games like volleyball and Frisbee. The Annual Thrivent Picnic is also a good time to meet other Thrivent members and vote in our next slate of Thrivent chapter representatives, all while enjoying a leisurely Sunday afternoon in the beauty of Golden Gate Park. Don't miss it!

Lectionary for next Sunday

• First Reading: Isaiah 44:6-8

• Second Reading: Romans 8:12-25

• Gospel: Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43

• Psalmody: Psalm 86:11-17

  
  

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  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

  Contact us:

  Directions to St. Francis: Ext 21
  Worship Service schedule: Ext 20
  Pr. Robert Goldstein: Ext 11
  Pr. Dawn Roginksi Ext 12
  Dr. David Schofield, Music Director: Ext 23
  Senior Center Coordinator: Ext 12
  Dave Walda, Senior Parish Administrator: Ext 10
  Clifton King, Sexton
  Susan Tucceri, Congregation President
  Treasurer: Janet Thuesen

  Office Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday - Friday

  General Email: St.FrancisSF - at - sbcglobal.net

  The Rev. Robert Goldstein: RevRGoldstein-at-sbcglobal.net
  The Rev. Dawn Roginski RevDRoginski-at-sbcglobal.net
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  David Walda, Senior Parish Administrator: St.FrancisSF-at-sbcglobal.net

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