This Sunday
SoulWork at 8:30 a.m. SoulWork continues this Sunday at 8:30 a.m. with A Look at Hildegard of Bingen, led by Nancy Stork. Click this link to join in.
Morning Prayer at 9:30 a.m. Join us in the Zoom Chapel at 9:30 a.m. for Morning Prayer. Our Interim Rector, the Rev. Martha Korienek, is preaching and presiding. Download a copy of the service prayer guide (below) so that you can pray with us.
Click this link to join the service online with both video and audio.
Meeting ID: 894 0673 7562 For added security, you must enter this password: 351850
Or to participate by phone, dial: (669) 900-9128
After Morning Prayer, please stay and enjoy our virtual coffee hour!
A number of churches throughout Northern California are streaming their Sunday services. You can find a link to a list of those services on ourwebsiteor on the Diocese’s Church online listing.
October is humming with activity at St. Bede’s. Check out the October issue of the Journal to learn what’s in store.
It’s Stewardship Season
“Even in these challenging times, I believe we can find ways to give our time, our talents and our treasures. Be generous when you can, one step at a time, we will be successful working together blessed with faith.” Becky Zeren shared those lovely thoughts with us last Sunday as we kicked off our annual Stewardship campaign. At this time each year we ask you to consider how you can support our St. Bede’s community in the coming year. Please return your pledge card promptly so that we can count you in.
Survey regarding Holy Eucharist on All Saints (November 1st)
Rev. Martha is considering offering the Holy Eucharist in honor of All Saints on November 1st. The service would still be virtual (not in person), but after the service, the consecrated communion would be delivered to the homes of anyone who signed up in advance.
First, though, we need to determine if there would be interested at St. Bede's for this idea. Please fill out THIS SURVEY to share your opinion on this idea.
Please respond to the survey by Sunday, October 18.
SoulWork on Sunday, October 18 - Chapel at Trinity School
With the pandemic, and life being lived virtually these days, what has chapel at Trinity School been like so far this year? Join us as we hear from Matt Allio, Head of School at Trinity School, to learn more about the spiritual life, and chapel in particular, at Trinity School. SoulWork is at 8:30 a.m. The Zoom link will be available next week.
Names for All Saints on November 1 - Due October 25
As we prepare to honor our loved ones whom we love but see no longer on the Feast of All Saints, Sunday, November 1, we ask that you submit any name you would like read aloud during the service be sent to our parish administrator, Siri Huntoon, by Sunday, October 25.
November Selection for Bede's Book Club
On Wednesday, November 4, we will be discussing This Tender Land, by William Kent Krueger. This New York Times bestseller is about four orphans who travel the Mississippi River during the Great Depression. The Book Club meets at 9:30 a.m. via Zoom. Contact Laura Gable for a meeting invite.
Stay in the Loop on Children's & Youth Ministry
Subscribe to Infinite, the Children's & Youth Ministry newsletter that goes out every other week. Each issue shares program updates, ways to get involved (even during shelter-in-place!), and resources for practicing faith outside the sanctuary. Visit bit.ly/infinite-bedes to read past issues and subscribe.
Openings Available at Trinity School Do you know someone interested in joining the Trinity community? The school currently has openings in select grades for immediate placement. Please invite your neighbors, friends and colleagues to contact Kirk Gossman, Director of Admission, at admission@trinity-mp.org for more information.
Join the Episcopal Impact Fund for their 2020 Night of Light!
Friday, October 30, from 6:30-8:00 p.m.
This livestream fundraiser will honor the dedication and devotion of the frontline responders to the COVID-19 pandemic and all who struggle for racial justice in the Diocese of California.
The Peer-Run Warm Line is a non-emergency resource for anyone in California seeking emotional support. They provide assistance via phone at (855) 845-7415 and webchat (https://www.mentalhealthsf.org/peer-run-warmline/ on a confidential, nondiscriminatory basis to anyone in need. Some concerns that callers share are challenges with interpersonal relationships, anxiety, panic, depression, finance, and alcohol and drug use. Current services include COVID-19 support.
Register to Vote!
Don’t sit this one out! If you’re not yet registered to vote in the November 3 General Election, California makes it easy to register online. To register, you will need your California driver’s license or California ID card number, the last four digits of your Social Security number and your date of birth.
O God, you made us in your own image and redeemed us through Jesus your Son: Look with compassion on the whole human family; take away the arrogance and hatred which infect our hearts; break down the walls that separate us; unite us in bonds of love; and work through our struggle and confusion to accomplish your purposes on earth; that, in your good time, all nations and races may serve you in harmony around your heavenly throne; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Book of Common Prayer, page 815
* Want to offer a prayer for our community? If you would like to contribute a "Prayer for This Week" please let Rev. Martha know at revmartha@stbedesmenlopark.org.
This Week's Prayer List We pray for the special needs and concerns of this congregation, especially for Gina, Mark, John, Pete, Barbara, Richard, Barbara, Anne, Jon, Tim, Kim, Karen, Donna, Ed, Suzie, Gladys, Josie, Tina, Karen, Kyle & Celeste, Keary & children, Angel, Sherrilynn & children, Rich, Conan, Anne, and Ryan.
We pray for all who have died, especially for Zoya, and for all who have died from Covid 19, those who have perished in the fires which are ravaging the West Coast and all those who have been the victims of violence.
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St. Bede's Episcopal Church
2650 Sand Hill Road
Menlo Park, CA 94025
650-854-6555 stbedesmenlopark.com
