First Reading:      Numbers 21:4-9 Second Reading  Ephesians 2:1-10 Holy Gospel:        John 3:14-21 Psalmody:           Psalm 107:1-3, 17-22
	WE REMEMBER IN PRAYER:
Richard Copperud Sylvia Beckerley, stepmother of Scott Beckerley, the father of Ted Hyrons Jan, sister of Pastor Anita Hill Ron Merk Bruce Jervis Bill Hunter Bob Douglas Sophie Barron, mother of James Barron Pr. Lionel Ketola Humberto Valle, friend of Dale Leininger Mary, cousin of Michael Petrelis Eileen, the mother of a friend of Ken Hedrick our shut-ins Robert Gardiner, friend of Pastor Robert Those who use our facilities, especially our Seniors, and those attending the 12-step programs that meet here. We pray for their continued health, happiness and success 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.

SHOWING OFF THE GREEN LAST SUNDAY

Pictures courtesy of Max Kirkeberg

Thanks to all who participated in the Lenten discussions earlier this month. A special thanks to the hosts who also provided a meal: Brian Border, Jim Kowalski and Bruce Jervis, and Paul Brenner. The Stewardship Committee will be evaluating the response to this program as they consider similar opportunities in the future.

Don’t forget to pick up your stone at the back for Lenten devotion.There are still some available. Rub your worries into it and bring it back Good Friday, April 10^th.

Sunday April 5th Passion Sunday with Procession of the Palms

Thursday April 9th 7:00 P. M. Maundy Thursday

Friday April 10th 7:00 P. M. Good Friday Service - Adoration of the Cross

Saturday April 11th dusk- 6:45 P.M. The Easter Vigil

Sunday April 12th 11:00 A.M. The Feast of the Resurrection

CONGREGATIONAL MEETING SUNDAY, MAY 3^rd AFTER WORSHIP

A congregation meeting has been scheduled for Sunday, May 3, 2009, immediately following worship. The agenda of this meeting will include adopting revisions to the by-laws regarding the name of the St. Francis Foundation and an extension to the line of credit with our bank. Information will be mailed to every voting member of the congregation in early April. Please mark your calendars and plan to attend.

CONGREGATIONAL LIFE SURVEY!

Who

Our congregation is joining over 1,200 congregations across the country to participate in the U.S. Congregational Life Survey. Every worshiper age 15 and up will get to take part.

What

The U.S. Congregational Life Survey asks worshipers about their faith background and beliefs, involvement in the congregation, community involvement, and views about congregational priorities.

When

The short, easy-to-answer survey will be passed out during our worship service on May 3rd. There will be time set aside at the end of the service for worshipers to fill out the survey.

Why

This is a chance to let your voice be heard! We will receive a summary of our responses to help identify our congregation’s unique strengths and suggest steps for positive change.

www.uscongregations.org

WIN A TRIP FOR TWO TO SOUTHWEST FRANCE

Lori, a colleague of Elaine Whitney, was diagnosed with colon cancer and has lived with surgery and three rounds of chemotherapy. Her doctors say that traditional treatments have failed to cure her cancer. Lori has found an alternative treatment at the Gerson Cancer Center but this will not be covered by her insurance.

To pay for the treatment, Lori is raffling a trip to France and a three week stay in her home near Bordeaux. The trip includes 2 round-trip tickets to Paris, and round-trip train tickets to Agen France, 60 kilometers from Lori’s house.

Tickets are $20. and the raffle will be held April 4th. For more information see Elaine Whitney after church on March 15^th or March 22^nd.

PAUL BRENNER'S BOOK SIGNING

You are cordially invited to a Book Signing Party with the author on Saturday, March 28, 2 to 4 in the afternoon, in the St. Francis Lutheran Parish Hall. The Party will include a brief review of early Christianities and a reading from the novel. The historic novel is set in 68 CE and tells the story of what happened to the disciple loved by Jesus as he struggled against all attempts to silence his witness. Copies will be available for purchase. Checks and cash only. 10% of sales will be donated to St. Francis. Refreshments served. Congratulations Paul.

From Goodsoil.Org

Over two thousand rainbow scarves, created lovingly by volunteers, adorned voting members and supporters alike at the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) Churchwide Assembly in 2007 demonstrating support for a welcoming church. In August 2009, the ELCA meets for its next assembly.

There are several proposals before the Assembly that pertain to the full inclusion of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender members and their families in the life of the church. These decisions will be met with much soul searching and prayer.

To that end, LC/NA would like to provide prayer shawls to be used by participants at the assembly. These shawls will be for use in the chapel area and to remind participants to prayerfully consider every issue. LC/NA is requesting the participation of all Reconciling in Christ (RIC) congregations to contribute at least one shawl. The shawls will be tagged with the contributing church’s name and story.

The shawls may be quilted, woven, crochet, or knit. The size should be about 72” x 18”. The design is left up to the person creating the piece. They can be as simple or elaborate as desired, with or without fringe, and of any color – the intent is to have a rainbow of individually colored, not rainbow-colored, shawls.

See Pastor Dawn for the knit and crochet patterns.

A Community Response to an Epidemic of Bay Area Gun Violence
Exhibit now open through March 27

Grace Episcopal Cathedral
1100 California at Taylor
Panel Discussion Friday, March 27, 6-8:30 PM
Panel Discussion on the crisis of gun violence in the Bay Area, its cost to society, and proposed solutions.
Suggested Donation $25

The Sign-up list is on the Parish Hall bulletin board. Please take a moment to sign up and help at worship service. Thanks.

CHURCH OFFICE HOURS

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!

Lectionary for next Sunday

• First Reading: Jeremiah 31:31-34

• Second Reading: Hebrews 5:5-10

• Gospel: John 12:2-33

• Psalmody: Psalm 51:1-12

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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