The GrapevineSt. Patrick’s Episcopal ChurchMarch 13, 2025 |
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"To be a community that shares the joy of God's Love" |
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| | | After my sermon this past Sunday, when I preached on Pope Francis’ call to “fast from indifference” during Lent, Minerva Haddad shared the following with me..
As we begin the 40-day Lenten journey it is traditional to give up something during this penitential season, to fast from some thing or some behavior in our lives. This Lent, we are living in a time of increased anxiety and stress, facing problems that we often feel powerless to address. As we make our way through these difficult days, how and where we focus our attention and energy can make all the difference. As Jesus said, “where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” So, as you contemplate your own Lenten journey, I offer you this reflection adapted from: We Dare to Say: Praying for Justice and Peace," eds. Sylvia Skrepichuk & Michel Cote.
Fast from judging others; feast on the Christ dwelling in them. Fast from emphasis on difference; feast on what we hold in common. Fast from apparent darkness; feast on the reality of light. Fast from thoughts of illness; feast on the healing power of God. Fast from words that divide; feast on phrases that reconcile. Fast from discontent; feast on gratitude. Fast from anger; feast on patience. Fast from pessimism; feast on optimism Fast from worry; feast on God’s love. Fast from complaining; feast on appreciation. Fast from unrelenting pressure; feast on unceasing prayers. Fast from bitterness; feast on forgiveness. Fast from self-concern; feast on compassion for others. Fast from personal anxiety; feast on eternal truth. Fast from discouragement; feast on hope. Fast from laziness; feast on enthusiasm. Fast from suspicion; feast on truth. Fast from thoughts that weaken; feast on promises that inspire. Fast from idle gossip; feast on purposeful silence. Fast from problems that overwhelm; feast on prayer that sustains life. -- From The Very Rev. Randy Hollerith, Dean of the Washington National Cathedral
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| | Boudin, Saturday, March 8, 2025 |
|  | St. Patrick’s Vestry Retreat, Saturday, March 8thThank you to Marilyn and Matt Ganz for hosting, you took great care of us, and Matt, your baklava was delicious! |
|  |  | | A note from Leslie Clark, Senior Warden
St. Patrick’s Vestry Retreat
Our Vestry Retreat was on Saturday, March 8th, at the home of Matt and Marilyn Ganz. We were ushering in Spring weather, working outside all day. We were in the company of dogs, deer, flowers, friends, and sunshine!!
Our meeting began with Bible study, followed by an ice breaking activity directed by Fr. Mack! Instead of a “penny for your thoughts”’ each of us used the date on a nickel to tell our story of how we came to St. Patrick’s, and what we were doing on the year of our nickel.
Getting into our work, Ron and I reviewed the various Statements that were written in 2023 during an all parish meeting. We acknowledged each post-it note, and talked about where we wanted to take the relevant information going forward. We moved into 5 breakout groups addressing our Vision statements, with topics regarding : attraction of a parish, spiritual nourishment, parishioner participation, financial integrity, providing an attractive internet presence.
Lunch was a feast, provided by the Daughters of the King. Marilyn and Charlotte Carlson spent their time and talents making a delicious Greek lunch, and a dessert of Baklava, made by Matt!!
Our Afternoon was spent reviewing and discussing ideas from each Vision statement group, then we moved on to our St. Patrick’s Goals. There were 4 Headings : Communication; Invite, Welcome, and Retain; Ministry Support; Optimistic Financial Management. We made 3-4 goals under each heading, and then defined the work. WHO, WHEN, WHEN, HOW.
Our closing worship was led by Fr. Mack. It was a great feeling to leave at 4:00 p.m. knowing that we laid out the ground work for a positive path forward. |
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| Dear All,
Thank you to Yulisa/Jose, Pam, Andrew, Joel/Anna, driver Tomi and rep Hiya. People were in line 40 minutes before we opened at 4:30 and the last person got food just after the 5:30 closing. There were no lulls in the distribution! 77 households/289 individuals received food on St Pat's parking lot! We ran out of many items, but everyone received something.
This tops our highest distribution since April 21, 2020 when 73 households/305 individuals received REFB food here! So, I'm guessing some of the kids grew up and moved out!
As of now, Beth is volunteering March 24. With the increase of clients, it goes faster if we can have a total of 6 volunteers.
Those who are already on my volunteer list, please let me know if you can help Monday, March 24.
Sleeping well tonight!!!!
Eleanor |
| | | Spring is here! Imwalle Gardens off West Third Street in Santa Rosa. |
|  | | | This Saturday! St. Patrick’s Day Dinner, Saturday, March 15, 2025 (5:00 pm) |
|  | Tickets on sale at Coffee Hour after church. Price is $25.00 adults; $12.50 children 12 and under. Cash or Check payable to St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church.
If you can’t be present to purchase tickets, please have a friend buy them for you! Tickets are not sold in the church office or over the phone. Thank you! |
| | | This Year’s Lent Book will be Atul Gawande’s classic book on life, death, and the medicalized world view.
In Being Mortal, bestselling author Atul Gawande tackles the hardest challenge of his profession: how medicine can not only improve life but also the process of its ending |
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| Facilitated by Fr. Mack, this book study will meet Wednesday Evenings beginning March 12. Even if you have already read it, this book craves re-reading. |
| | Five Thursdays with Carol: Our Science, Our Spirit, Our Stories, Ourselves |
| Join me between 1pm and 3pm for a Contemplative Lenten Experience of Eco Theology. Classes will be Thursday, March 13, Creation, Thursday, March 20, Earth, Thursday March 27, Air, Thursday April 3, Water and Thursday April 10 Fire. First class will meet at church and the rest will be outdoors, weather permitting. We’ll do some walking on well maintained trails and paths at a meditative pace.
The Forest helped me change my story and experience God’s love in the trees. Join me for something wonderful. |
| | Do you want to improve our Church through prayer? |
|  | The Order of the Daughters of the King will be commencing a new Study Class on Zoom in April. We already have three enthusiastic candidates. Please join our Study and help change our church and the world through prayer.
The Class will be led by The Rev. Carol Luther via Zoom Meetings. It will meet two times per month for about 4 - 5 months. Please join us! Please inform Marilyn Ganz of your interest via e-mail at mjganz@gmail.com or call her at 707-732-1602. Once you are a member, the DOK meets once monthly, after church for an hour, on the first Sunday of the month.
Marilyn Ganz, President
St. Hilda’s Chapter, Daughters of the King |
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DID YOU KNOW … • 82% of Californians say it is important to have end-of-life wishes in writing, but only 23% say they have done so. • Almost 80% say they definitely or probably would like to talk with a doctor about end-of-life wishes, but only 7% have had a doctor speak with them about it. • 60% say that making sure their family is not burdened by tough decisions about their care is “extremely important.” However, 56% of Californians have not communicated their end-of-life wishes to the loved one they would want to make decisions on their behalf. (Source: California Healthcare Foundation) Many Californians don't communicate their wishes, which can lead to a mismatch between their preferences and care. The Advance Care Planning workshop series is designed to guide individuals through the process of discerning and documenting their healthcare, end-of-life, and financial wishes.
Click the button below for more information on the series and how to register.
Each module is a standalone unit, and participants may take one, two, or all three.
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| | | St. Patrick’s and BBC/ViVO Crescendo in Community: |
| Spring and Summer ProgramsEmpowering Young Musicians |
|  | CLICK HERE to learn more about how you can support Sonoma County’s most joyful noise! |
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| | St. Patrick’s Upcoming Worship Service In Person and on Zoom |
| | |  | | Sat. March 15 - (5 pm)- St. Patrick’s Day Dinner
Wed. March 19 - Lent Book Study with Rev. Mack (5pm)
Thur. March 20 - “Earth” Contemplative Lenten Experience of Eco Theology- Classes with Rev. Carol (1-3pm)
Mon. March 24 - Redwood Empire Food Bank |
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| Ministries of the parish that we cannot directly accomplish, except by our hospitable welcome to these fellowships and healing work include the following:
* AA Group, weekly on Wednesdays at 7:30PM, meets in the Parish Hall.
* Al Anon Group weekly on Wednesdays at 6PM, meets in the Common Room. * PEO, once a month on the first Thursday at 10AM meets in the Parish Hall.
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You might have noticed some new music in our worship for Lent last week. Psalm Responses: We are inviting the congregation to sing the bold-faced verses along with the choir. Here is a short video to help you understand how to sing the verses of our Psalms. How to Sing the Verses of our Psalms! Sequence Hymn: Our Sequence Hymn for Lent will be WLP #888, A Song of Penitence (Canticle 14). Here is a little video if you want to listen to the hymn and follow along. WLP #888 A Song of Penitence This week’s anthem is Mozart’s famous Ave Verum Corpus, which will be sung in Latin. The communion hymn “Nearer, my God, to Thee” comes from the Lift Every Voice and Sing hymnal and is one of my favorite hymns. Here is a beautiful rendition by Mahalia Jackson; I hope you enjoy it! Mahalia Jackson- Nearer, My God, to Thee Mark Kratz Lecturer in Voice, Sonoma State University Associate Professor of Voice, Santa Rosa Junior College Music Director, St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church National Association of Teachers of Singing |
| | Have News to Share in the Grapevine? Send articles and pictures to parishadm9000@gmail.com no later than 10:00 am Thursday morning. Submissions received after that will be published the following week. |
| | IF YOU NEED A CHECK OR REIMBURSEMENT
We now have a special box in the copy room for your request forms. Left side, 2nd from the top. We want to get your payment to you ASAP! Thanks. |
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| | | Please contact April via email if you need a new name badge. Please make sure to provide the following; First Name Last Name Email address Phone number Ministry
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| | Hilo, Big Island Hawaii February 2016 |
|  | Photo by April Sunderland, Parish Administrator |
| | If you would like to see more of my photos, please click on the link above. Thank you! - April |
| | The Rev. Mack Olson, Priest-in-Charge
Email: mack.saintpatricks@gmail.com Phone/text: 707-395-5572 |
| | | St. Patrick’s Church Kenwood acknowledges that we sit on unceded lands traversed by the Coast Miwok, the Southern Pomo and the Central Wappo.
With God's help, we commit ourselves to acknowledging the truth of California's history, as well as strengthening existing relationships and improving our efforts to build collaborative relationships with Native peoples. |
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