Opening Prayer
O God, whose blessed Son Jesus is the good shepherd of your people: Grant that when we hear his voice we may know him who calls us each by name, and follow where he leads; who, with you and the holy Spirit, lives and reigns, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
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St. Patrick's worship Service for the Fourth Sunday in Easter.
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“Because He Lives (Amen)”
Matt Maher
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“Christ the Lord is Risen Today”
The Tabernacle Choir
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Let’s reflect on what Saint Patrick’s means to us. It is our community of faith that informs our outlook on everything else in our lives. Many of us have found community, joy, meaning, and grace, among many other things. For most of us, this relationship has been a blessing and an important part of our life and who we are.
Saint Patrick’s is a beacon of light to the community; and we share in that. We are each moved in different ways by this experience. For many, this is deeply personal, as well as, communal. We are part of something bigger than ourselves, something that makes the world a better place, and which touches the lives of many outside the Church for the good.
There is no guarantee that Saint Patrick’s will be here to meet the needs of future generations to spread the good news and be part of the healing of the world, our mission in Christ. Let’s do our part to help continue the story of our parish, as we are each called to help this ministry thrive and to endure in this time, and after we are gone.
Please read below to learn how you can participate in making sure that our ministry at Saint Patrick’s will flourish now, and ongoing, with the saints and times to come. A very special legacy!
May the Peace of Christ be with you,
Priest Doyle
Rector of Saint Patrick’s Episcopal Church, Kenwood CA.
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PLANNED GIVING MINISTRIES MESSAGE
The Continuing Story
When we think about what matters in our lives no doubt family and friends come to mind. Perhaps our work, our careers brought great pride and satisfaction, perhaps travel and our hobbies.
When we reflect on our lives and think about what mattered, and what brought us joy, does our faith come to mind? How much does our faith matter, and how does our faith inform and guide our lives?
Those of us who attend St. Patrick's have found and expressed our faith and found meaning, and community, and grace here, at St. Patrick's in the Valley of the Moon. For over 40 years our church has been the Beacon of Light for its members.
We are part of the community of faith, some of us for many years, and some for just a few. Some stay because of the priest, some for the ministries, some the location, or for a combination of those reasons, or for all together other reasons.
Something about St. Patrick's moved us. Something that you can name, or perhaps only feel. The call to St. Patrick's is deeply personal and has had meaning in our lives.
Yet it is not guaranteed that St. Patrick's will be here to meet the needs of future generations of seekers.
It is up to us, here, now, to help to continue the story of our church! The legacy of St. Patrick's is more than what it is in one moment of time; more than any one priest, more than any one generation of parishioners.
We are called to help preserve the work of the church by assuring St. Patrick's and its ministries are here for future generations so they can experience God's love as we do, in our special church.
A way to care for what we value is to leave a gift in your will, trust, or estate plan. If you value the gifts you have received from St. Patrick's, and want to see it continue to serve as a Beacon of Love, Light, and Compassion for others coming after, consider making a Legacy Gift.
The Planned Giving Ministry members include Laurie Boone-Hogen, Chair, Stephanie Chapralis McCaffrey, and Ann and Alec Peters.
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Evening Offices Gathering
Starting Tuesdays
Join Priest Doyle for Evening Offices continuing this coming Tuesday, at 4:00 through Zoom. We will gather each Tuesday to share Compline, or, Evening Prayer.
Bring a Book of Common Prayer, if you have one.
I will also provide handouts for the service and the
readings. Please find the attachment links below.
Following is your Invitation:
Doyle Dietz Allen is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: My Meeting
Time: May 5, 2020 04:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Every week on Tue, until May 26, 2020, 5 occurrence(s)
May 5, 2020 04:00 PM
May 12, 2020 04:00 PM
May 19, 2020 04:00 PM
May 26, 2020 04:00 PM
Join Zoom Meeting
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Password: 504861
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Meeting ID: 892 9920 8881
Password: 504861
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Our Journey with the Gospel of Matthew  through the Easter Season.
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Our Study of the Gospel of Matthew through the Easter Season continues on Wednesday at 9:00, in our homes through Zoom. Each weekly lesson stands alone, so you can join us at any time.
We are reading The Gospel of Matthew — Chapters 1-2
We will read Matthew 11 - 14:21 before we gather next Wednesday Morning.
If you would like a little more about this book, read the attached introduction commentary to this gospel account. (Click on link below).
I look forward to our time together learning through Scripture, and sharing our experiences. I expect our visits to last about 1 hour.
Please note these access instructions for our zoom meetings.
Join Zoom Matthew Bible Study Wednesday, My 6, at 9:00 am.
Priest Doyle Dietz Allen is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Join Zoom Meeting
Via internet:
Join URL: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84078506407?pwd=UkVrUlRXa1M3VlpTYWRYRlhSbjVhQT09
Via Phone:
Meeting ID: 840 7850 6407
Password: 911850
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If you have any questions, please contact me at stpatricksrector@gmail.com, or, at 520-268-0366.
May the Peace of Christ be with you,
Priest Doyle |
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 Covid-19 Response Update
Our Presiding Bishop's Legal Counsel described the leading health organizations' recommendations for reopening. She said, "all states should not reopen until:
1. There is a sustained reduction in cases for at least 14
days.
2. Hospitals can treat all patients without a crisis standard of
care.
3. All states have the ability to test all people with symptoms.
4. All states have the ability to monitor all cases and trace
their contacts."
- Bishop Megan says she knows parishioners are eager to return to church in their buildings.
- The Bishops are talking about reopening.
- They are making plans to return to in person worship with these rules - all people will be 6 feet apart and wear masks.
- The Diocese is working on a reopening tool kit.
- The reopening dates will probably be regional and not Diocesan wide.
More information to come. Stay tuned. We will keep you posted.
Stay safe!!!
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"Amazing Grace"
Celtic Women
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Habits of Grace
From Presiding Bishop Curry
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Sacred Ground Course
The Episcopal Church and the Diocese of Northern California require all clergy and lay leaders to have racial healing and reconciliation training. The “Sacred Ground Dialogue Circle” course described below meets diocesan requirements for such training. Miriam Case is one of the facilitators for the day session.
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The Commission for Intercultural Ministries invites you to join a Zoom-based Sacred Ground Dialogue Circle beginning on May 21, 2020.
Sacred Ground is a 10-session, film-based dialogue series on Race and Faith offered through the Episcopal Church as part of the Becoming Beloved Community initiative.
It is built around powerful documentary films and readings which will serve as the jumping-off point for dialogue. Click here to read more and register. |
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 Would you like to start a new Zoom Social Gathering?
(No experience necessary). Call Priest Doyle with your idea.
Miriam Casey and Bob Wohlsen are available for one-on-one Zoom tutoring. They are happy to help. Read the calendar of events – and join in the fun!
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Weekly Calendar
Tuesdays: Morning Coffee Hour
Let's meet over coffee! 10:00 a.m. Hosted by Eleanor Albon. Send a note to Eleanor Albon and she will ensure you receive a Zoom invitation. ralbon@aol.com or 281-610-8043
Tuesdays: Evening Offices
Let's share Compline or Evening Prayer! 4:00 p.m. Hosted by Priest Doyle.
Wednesdays: Our Journey with the Gospel of Matthew through the Easter Season
Let’s celebrate the Resurrection of our Lord and Savior by reading the Gospel of Matthew during the season of Easter! 9:00 a.m., hosted by Priest Doyle.
Wednesdays: St. Patrick's Salon
See history through Art! From 4:00- 5:00 p.m., hosted by Laurie Boone-Hogen. Send a note to Laurie Hogen and she will ensure you receive a Zoom invitation. lauriehogen@gmail.com or 917-621-7976
Thursdays: The Women's Bible Study
Grow in your faith & walk with God! 9:30 a.m. Send a note to Miriam Casey and she will ensure you receive a Zoom invitation. mlcasey7@yahoo.com or 650-380-2747
Thursdays: Happy Hour:
Enjoy your favorite beverage with a friend! From 5:00 p.m- 6:00 p.m., hosted by Anne and Rick Phillips. Send a note to Anne and Rick Phillips and they will ensure you receive a Zoom invitation. aywphillips@comcast.net or 707-888-0642
Fridays: The Men's Bible Study:
Grow in your faith & walk with God! 8:30 a.m.
Send a note to Tom Allen and he will ensure you receive a Zoom invitation. ctetfa@sbcglobal.net or 214-766-7209
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Needs & Help
Acquiring groceries without going to the grocery store!
Oakmont Market will deliver groceries to Oakmont Residences with their normal $25 minimum order with no delivery fee.
All payments will be made by credit card only to your front doorstep.
Call (707) 539-2434 to place your order.
1st & 3rd Tuesdays, from 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
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During this time of crises, Saint Patrick’s Episcopal Church will be accepting phone calls on the following days and hours:
Monday – Friday, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm; Sunday, 1:30 – 4:00 pm.
Please contact Priest Doyle for emergencies any time, day or night, at stpatricksrector@gmail.com, or, 520-268-0366.
Office Phone Number: 707-833-4228 |
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St. Patrick's Church feels blessed to be able to host Redwood Empire Food Bank! Check out Eleanor's reports from this month and read what a blessing this has been for our community.
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April 7, 2020 
DEAR All !!!!!
Mission accomplished - Praise God! This afternoon our team of Joy, Gordon/Karen, Dennis, Hutch, Xavier, Pam/Larry, and driver, Saul, loaded vehicles for 73 families (all time high count!) which means 286 people!
The REFB truck arrived early. That allowed us to set up early and open shortly after 4:00 (well ahead of our advertised 5:00 opening!) We think that avoided the crush of backed up cars (as on March 17) for which we had contingency plans that didn't need to be implemented! There were even a few lulls in distribution!!
Absolutely for sure - REFB pre-boxing made a HUGE difference! The little else that needed bagging allowed us to move cars quickly! Sadly, we had at least 5 cars that had to be turned away by 5:30 (our closing time is 6:00!) because we were out of food.
Everyone had protective gear (masks, gloves, etc) and did a great job keeping "social distancing!" I saw NO IRRITATION AND NO FRUSTRATION in volunteers nor clients! Glad to frequently hear laughter!!!!
Sure enough, some clients couldn't open their trunks, one had 5 zillion kids in her car! There were some misc other "glitches", but everyone remained positive and smiling (which we had to hear through voice; masks covered faces!)
At our debriefing, there were a few suggestions for April 21. We agreed that coming at 3:30 is beneficial. Our sign our on Hwy 12 still says we'll open at 5:00 - but we'll start as soon as we're ready.
The team that worked today worked well together and all want to come again April 21. Please forgive me for allowing that. I am well aware that we have many other very committed volunteers. Don't consider this a "moratorium" on your future participation. You will be needed.
Thank you, again, to those who contributed to today's planning. We were prepared for much that we didn't need! That's a good thing!
As I said in a previous email, I will keep all of you informed on what's happening. Please let me know if you are open to being a sub, should someone not be able to volunteer April 21, as happened today!
 Eleanor
April 21, 2020
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Closing Prayer
O merciful Creator, your hand is open wide to satisfy the needs of every living creature: Make us always thankful for your loving providence; and grant that we, may be faithful stewards of your good gifts; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns one God, for ever and ever. Amen
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Please remember that if you choose to mail your gift, our mailing address is P.O. Box 247, Kenwood CA 95452.
Thank you!!!
If you choose to mail in your gift, please consider to send checks only. This is for your security.
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Priest Doyle Dietz Allen Contact Information
Email: stpatricksrector@gmail.com
Phone: 520-268-0366
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9000 Sonoma Highway
PO Box 247
Kenwood, CA 95452
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