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All week, I have been energized by the reaction to last Sunday’s Sermon!
I would say that 25% of parishioners I have heard from are ardent baseball fans who remember watching Clemente at Forbes Field (and later Three Rivers). But 75% of the responses were from parishioners who simply liked hearing stories of remarkable and inspirational figures who share our faith.
I have taken note…and I will try to more regularly take a pause from the lectionary to highlight the Saints. But in the mean time, if you are looking to hear about the saints, I have two suggestions:
Join Morning Prayer. Monday-Friday at 8AM, we read the Daily Office in the Chapel, and nearly every day we hear the stories of various saints who have been honored in our calendar.
The second suggestion is simply to come to church. This place is filled with Saints. Very few of their halos are perceptible…but I know they are among us!
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This Sunday we will talk about choices. Every day there are things we need to choose. We will discuss what happens when we make good choices and what happens when our choices are not so good. Why is it so hard to decide what choice to make sometimes? When we reflect on the teachings of Jesus in the Bible God's guidance can help us to make the right decisions. We will hear the story "Why I follow Jesus and create paper lanterns because Jesus lights our way.
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Sunday’s Bulletin
Click the button below to download the bulletin.
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Prayer List
The prayer list names those parishioners and neighbors who have been commended to us in prayer.
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Harry James Anderson, Elizabeth Beadle, Bill & Cathy Byerly, Jan Christensen, Devin, Anne Droese, Nancy Dupuis, Erik, Karen Englehart, Kathleen Faraday, Kelly & Family, Pam Hall, Liz Hansen, Pat & Joe Harbison, Mary Sue Hutchins, Nyla Imberg, Jaci Jernstedt, Cat Jurichko, Margaret Mattox, Ronnie McCloskey, Cliff & Nancy Pinder, Tina Resnick, Laura Seidelman, Merle Silverman, Roxanna Trutner, and Marilyn Van Story, Douglas Walker, Anne Walker, Alice Walker.
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It’s time for the PARISH PICNIC. See you tomorrow from 11am–2pm at the Orinda Community Park. Look for the St. Stephen’s banner near the Gazebo and you’ll find our reserved picnic space. Chat with friends, make new ones, enjoy a BBQ lunch, try your luck at corn hole and other games. There will be food and fun for all!
A last minute request:
FOR COOKIES
If you you are able, can you bake or buy a couple dozen cookies? Just bring them with you and deliver to the food tables on Saturday when you arrive.
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We celebrate our patronal saint with a single service at 10am, followed by a Taco Bar lunch, a Ministries Fair in the courtyard, photo-taking for a new parish directory – and Mister Softee ice cream for dessert!
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No, it’s not that sudden recall of why I came into this room! Every second Tuesday, The Senior Moments program at Monument Crisis Center provides clients ages 55+ with groceries, a healthy meal, time to socialize, blood pressure screenings and, most importantly, a sense of community. Staff and volunteers provide a healthy meal, fun decorations and entertainment. Additional program events include educational speakers and bilingual Bingo. MCC currently needs prizes for Senior Moments Bingo games. Popular examples include full-size toiletries, kitchen utensils, towels, socks, laundry detergent, dish soap, puzzles and more! If you’d like to support this worthwhile program, please drop off a prize item in the Parish Hall or Narthex by September 30. Or you may donate to MCC through St Stephen’s online or by check.
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COMING UP IN THE LIFE OF ST. STEPHEN’S:
What: ‘STRATEGIC VISION’ LISTENING SESSION w/BISHOP RIOS
When: Thursday, September 5th from 6:30 – 8:30pm
Where: St. Stephen’s Orinda (we host!)
Join Rev. Matt in welcoming our new Bishop, Austin Rios, and congregants from East Bay Deaneries to discuss our concerns and hopes for the future of the Diocese of California. St Stephen’s hosts the inaugural ‘listening session’—don’t miss this opportunity to help shape the vision for our Diocese.
What: CONFIRMATION CLASS BEGINS
When: Sunday, September 22nd after the 10am service
Where: St. Stephen’s location TBA Rev Matt will teach a multi-generational confirmation class for all who wish to be confirmed at Grace Cathedral in the fall. More information soon.
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FOOD BANK WORK DAY
Friday, September 20th, 1-3pm, is our monthly work session at the food bank in Concord. We’ll meet there and sort food for delivery throughout Contra Costa County. To learn how you can help, or if you’d like a ride, please contact Betsy or John Donnelly, 925-639-5602.
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