Opening Prayer
Prayer for People Facing Great Uncertainty
God of the present moment, God who in Jesus stills the storm and soothes the frantic heart; bring hope and courage to all who wait or work in uncertainty.
Bring hope that you will make them the equal
of whatever lies ahead.
Bring them courage to endure what cannot be avoided, for your will is health and wholeness;
you are God, and we need you. Amen.
Taken from A New Zealand Prayer Book—He Karakia Mihinare o Aotearoa’ (adapted) 15
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Easter V
Celebrate Holy Eucharist on Sunday, May 10
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 The Diocese of Northern California's Easter V service will be available on May 10! Click HERE for their website.
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 Click HERE to find Online Worship services within our Diocese.
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The Beloved Community
Friday, May 8, 2020
A contemplative person is someone who knows that they don’t know everything and trusts that they are being held by something much larger, wiser, and more loving than themselves. It is these very qualities that enable them to act on behalf of others and communities in need. CAC faculty member Barbara Holmes offers some insights as to how and why this is true, particularly in moments of crisis:
The world is the cloister of the contemplative. There is no escape. Always the quest for justice draws one deeply into the heart of God. In this sacred interiority, contemplation becomes the language of prayer and the impetus for prophetic proclamation and action.
Contemplation plugs the supplicant into the catalytic center of God’s Spirit, into the divine power that permeates every aspect of life. In this space, there are no false dichotomies, no divisions between the sacred and the secular. . . . Through acts of contemplation, individuals and congregations enter the liminal space where the impossible becomes possible.
A community is not always an intentional gathering . . . sometimes communities form because unpredictable events and circumstances draw people into shared life intersections. . . . Communities form when ego-focused concerns recede in favor of shared agendas and a more universal identity. These relationships need only hold together briefly before transitioning into other forms; however, while they are intact, all concerned are aware of the linkages of interior resolve that are at work.
As with all great social justice movements, there came a time [in the Civil Rights Movement] when worship practices and communal resolve coalesced, and an interfaith, interdenominational, interracial community formed. The commonality for this dissenting community was the willingness to resist the power of apartheid in the Americas with their bodies.
The formation of community during the Civil Rights Movement was the quintessential coming-of-age story for Africana people. During a particular time in history, nonviolent initiatives seeded with contemplative worship practices became acts of public theology and activism. Activism and contemplation are not functional opposites. Rather, contemplation is at its heart a reflective activity that is always seeking the spiritual balance between individual piety and communal justice-seeking.
Who could have predicted that America’s apartheid would fall as decisively as the walls of Jericho, when the people marched around the bastions of power carrying little more than their faith and resolve? How audacious it is to take what is given—the remnants of a chattel community, the vague memories of mother Africa, and a desperate need to be free—and translate those wisps into a multicultural, multivalent liberative vision of community. The idea of a beloved community emerged from the deeply contemplative activities of a besieged people.
In the midst of the social distancing necessitated by this pandemic, people have nevertheless come together in creative and loving ways. Some have called this virus a massive “trigger event” with the potential to change everything. As individuals and communities, we can respond with justice and compassion, or we can double down on the pursuit of accumulation and power, with no more than a return to business as usual.
Gateway to Action & Contemplation:
What word or phrase resonates with or challenges me? What sensations do I notice in my body? What is mine to do?
Prayer for Our Community:
O Great Love, thank you for living and loving in us and through us. May all that we do flow from our deep connection with you and all beings. Help us become a community that vulnerably shares each other’s burdens and the weight of glory. Listen to our hearts’ longings for the healing of our world. [Please add your own intentions.] . . . Knowing you are hearing us better than we are speaking, we offer these prayers in all the holy names of God, amen.
Listen to Fr. Richard read the prayer.
Story from Our Community:
I wonder what we will be like after this pandemic? But I really don't want to get “back to normal.” I hope that in facing my fear and anger and learning the new rules of social behaviors, there will arise within me a more willing spirit to [embrace] “us” rather than “me.” –E. Eachus
Share your own story with us.
Adapted from Barbara A. Holmes, Joy Unspeakable: Contemplative Practices of the Black Church, 2nd ed. (Augsburg Fortress: 2017), 111–114, 119.
Image credit: Dressing for the Carnival (Detail), Winslow Homer, 1877, Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, New York.
News from the CAC
Oneing: Liminal Space
In liminal space we let go of the need to control and listen to the lessons of the unknown. Explore personal experiences of near-death mystery and uncharted grace from Richard Rohr, Russ Hudson, Tom Gunning, Sheryl Fullerton, Christian Peele, LaVera Crowley, Michael Demkovich and more in Oneing: Liminal Space.
Study the Franciscan Way
Have you ever wondered if you are really following the path Jesus walked? Journey through the alternative orthodoxy of St. Francis, where simplicity, humility and compassion guide us into deeper union with God and each other. Registration for Richard Rohr’s online course, The Franciscan Way opens May 6.
Action & Contemplation
2020 Daily Meditations Theme
What does God ask of us? To act justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with God. —Micah 6:8
Franciscan Richard Rohr founded the Center for Action and Contemplation in 1987 because he saw a deep need for the integration of both action and contemplation. If we pray but don’t act justly, our faith won’t bear fruit. And without contemplation, activists burn out and even well-intended actions can cause more harm than good. In today’s religious, environmental, and political climate our compassionate engagement is urgent and vital.
In this year’s Daily Meditations, Father Richard helps us learn the dance of action and contemplation. Each week builds on previous topics, but you can join at any time! Click the video to learn more about the theme and to find reflections you may have missed.
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Click here to learn about contemplative prayer and other forms of meditation. For frequently asked questions—such as what versions of the Bible Father Richard recommends or how to ensure you receive every meditation—please see our email FAQ. Visit cac.org to explore other ways to connect with the Center for Action and Contemplation.
Inspiration for this week's banner image: We learn and are healed by committing ourselves to others. —Richard Rohr
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Bishop Curry's Message to the Church
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We give thanks for all of the mothers of Saint Patrick’s, and mothers everywhere!
Lord, bless mothers; comfort them; strengthen them when down; and give them hope when discouraged. Lord, may you give mothers the grace they need.
Heavenly Father, we thank you for our mothers through whom your gift of life begins and from where we begin to grow into the human beings you have created us to be.
May the blessing of the Divine be an especially bright benediction
upon mothers everywhere.
Exodus 20:12 Honor your father and mother. Then you will live a long, full life in the land the LORD your God will give you.
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It is Well with My Soul,
Jeremy Riddell
Words, by Spafford; Music by Bliss
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Evening Offices Gathering
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 link below.
Following is your Invitation:
Doyle Dietz Allen is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
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Time: May 12, 2020 04:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Every week on Tue, until May 26, 2020, 5 occurrence(s)
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Join us for the Study of the Gospel of Matthew on Wednesday Mornings at 9:00 a.m.
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Our Study of the Gospel of Matthew through the Easter Season continues on May 13, Wednesday at 9:00, in our homes through Zoom.
Each weekly lesson stands alone, so you can join us at any time.
We will read Matthew 14:22 - 18:25 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, May 13, 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
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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,
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New Parking Lot at Saint Patrick’s
Hutch Gibb did the research and assessment around our need for our front Parking Lot to be resurfaced. He also hired a contractor and coordinated with them, supervising the work.
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And, voila! It is resurfaced as of this past weekend, and looks fantastic. This improvement makes our property look better, more inviting and welcoming! Take a look when you drive by.
Thank you Hutch & Sikes Asphalt, Santa Rosa!!
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 Ladies from St Patrick's have breakfast together at 8:30 a.m. on the second Saturday of each month. We usually meet at Boudin's, but current circumstances prevent that for now! So, we will have our first Zoom breakfast this Saturday, May 9 at 8:30 in the comfort of our own home! Join us with your breakfast, or just coffee, or just to visit! Judy Buff is the facilitator and I will send the email invitations either late Friday or very early Saturday. Please let me know ASAP by email (Ralbon@aol.com) or phone (281-610-8043) if you can join us.
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Greetings Sister and Brother Shelter in Placers,
Well, I never would have imagined beginning a letter like this! But, the reality of our current situation is - that’s who we are. And, my observation is that we’ve truly become Sisters and Brothers in community who are inspiring, encouraging, and providing for each other in new and wonderful ways. Just this morning, I attended our weekly Tuesday morning Zoom Coffee Hour with 10 of you, and we had much fun sharing an unusual personal experience.
This past Sunday, Priest Doyle preached and led a wonderful worship service and leads Evening Prayer on Tuesdays. This afternoon, Eleanor Albon and her team of angels will distribute much needed food to 80 of our neighbor families at the Redwood Empire Food Bank Pop-Up. In addition to the weekly Coffee Hour, parishioners are gathering for a Zoom Art and Music Salon, Happy Hour, 3 weekly Bible Studies. In addition, I know so many of you are connecting personally with our church family with phone calls, emails, driveway visits, rides to medical appointments, and grocery deliveries.
Two packed full eNews are published on line twice a week and mailed to print subscribers. Our grounds and facilities are being carefully maintained, and our “God’s Got This” banner gives a message of hope to the thousands who drive by our campus every day. We continue to be a “beacon of light, love, and compassion within our community as we support each other in our lives in Christ”.
As you can see, our Ministries are robust and vibrant, and I’m very pleased to report that even though we’re are in a time of crisis, our finances are stable. I’m very grateful for your continued giving either online or through the mail. As of Sunday, May 3 the Parish has received 39% of the total amount pledged for 2020. The number of Sundays so far in the year is 35%. This is good news! The parish’s finances continue to be carefully managed by Priest Doyle and Treasurer Charlie Chapman. Our income and expenses are balanced, and our investment fund, though down, is in relatively good shape compared to the overall market. If you’d like more detailed financial information, please contact Charlie Chapman. If you have other questions or needs, please contact Priest Doyle or me.
In closing, let’s keep the Faith, continue to reach out to each other and those in need in our Community, and support each other and our Parish.
Peace be with you,
Bob Wohlsen
Rector’s Warden
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Xavier Fonseca and Ana Lucia Polacios are members of our congregation who moved here from Nicaragua seeking safety. They are in the midst of processing all of the applications, working though the legal system, and all of the things that go into being  able to work and live officially as members of our community in the United States. This is an overwhelming Process. They are both trained dentists and Doctors of Public Health Administration.
Xavier and Ana Lucia are currently here legally, yet, out of work partly due to the current COVID-19 crises, having lost one job due to this event, and not being able to gain other employment during this time of crises. They are offering their skills to our church community and others to make ends meet until they are on the other end of this daunting task. If you need any of these services, please contact them at (707) 849-9037, dr.fonseca.clinicadental@gmail.com, or dra.analuciapalacios@gmail.com.
Services Safely Provided include:
-Haircutting
-Computer Assistance
-Car Detailing
-Grocery Shopping
-Food Delivery
-Small Home Repairs
Thank you for your consideration of this opportunity.
Peace be with you,
Priest Doyle
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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 Casey 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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I Got a Feeling in My Body
Elvis Presley
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The Planned Giving Ministry members include Laurie Boone-Hogen, Chair, Stephanie Chapralis McCaffrey, and Ann and Alec Peters.
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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.
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
Second Friday of the Month: Women's Breakfast:
Fellowship over breakfast, a cup of coffee, or just to visit with us! 8:30 a.m.
Send a note to Eleanor Albon and he will ensure you receive a Zoom invitation. ralbon@aol.com or 281-610-8043
** Women's Breakfast will meet on the second Friday of the month. **
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This past Tuesday on May 5th St Patrick's hosted the Redwood Empire Food Bank lead by Eleanor Albon. Read Eleanor's summary of their work on Tuesday.
Dear All,
Thank you to the St Pat "May Team" - Natalie , Denise , Xavier, Hutch, Larry, Pam, and new driver, Jesus.
We distributed REFB food to 68 families/211 people. That's less than the 73 families/305 people April 21. Why? Have NO IDEA! (Of interest - when I picked up our sign that we put along Hwy 12, it had blown over, probably because I didn't spread the legs far enough apart. So, maybe some probable "drive-by's" didn't see it.) REFB generously sent food for 80 families! Good news is that what we didn't distribute will go back and used elsewhere.
A God story - Laurie in Oakmont has no phone; car needs repair; refrigerator is broken; has no way to get food. So, she wrote a letter to REFB (i.e. snail mail!) Maria Fuentes (REFB) got it and called Bobbiejo at St Patrick's. Bobbiejo texted me about Laurie. I texted back that I could take food to Laurie on my way home. So - a letter to REFB --> a call to St Pat's --> a text to me --> food to Laurie! Don't tell me God isn't at work!
At the past 3 St Pat distributions we have had folks come after our 6:00 closing - not tonight. Crazy! For those who love mysteries - tune in! Who knows what will happen May 19?!!!!!
 Eleanor |
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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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Closing Prayer
Almighty and everlasting God, whose will it is to restore all things in your well-beloved Son, the King of kings and Lord of lords: Mercifully grant that the peoples of the earth, divided and enslaved by missing the mark of being their true selves, may be freed and brought together under God’s most gracious rule; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for 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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