First of all, thanks to everyone who sent so very kind condolence messages to me remembering my brother’s passing. Many family members and friends attended his funeral at Sioux Falls, SD and many others will be present at his burial on the Black Hills National Cemetery later on.
My thanks to all of you for your attention to my presentation or the “state of the union” for St. Patrick’s on Sunday, July 9th. The vestry took another look at those challenges at their meeting on July 19th and we will be concentrating on two areas first, membership growth and financial stability.
All challenges are important but those two will be a priority!
For your convenience, all the challenges are represented here for your perusal.
Finally my thanks to those of you who have recently returned to St. Patrick’s and to those who have recently made a new pledge. Your presence is in wonderful accord with what St. Patrick’s needs.
On to the rest of the summer!
Plan now for the parish picnic set for August 27th.
Blessings,
Father Ed
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St Patrick's
Upcoming Worship Service
In Person & Zoom
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Contact Information:
The Very Rev. Ed, Priest-In-Charge
Email: edhowell@sonic.net
Phone/text: 707-292-8033
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Our Happenings at St Patrick's Church!
July 21 & 28- Centering Prayer Group 10:30AM
July 23 & 30- Holy Eucharist 10AM
July 24 & 31- Art with Kate Rogers! 11AM
July 24 & Aug 14- Food Bank
Distribution 5PM
July 26 & Aug 2- Midweek Worship followed by Bible Study 10AM
July 26 & Aug 2- *Al Anon- 6PM
*AA - 7:30PM
Please click on the link below for upcoming calendar events!
https://stpatrickskenwood.org/calendar/
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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 and sometimes on the first Saturday at 8:45AM, meets in the Parish Hall.
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St Patrick's Weekly Calendar
Sundays: Holy Eucharist
Join us in person for Sunday Eucharist! 10 a.m.
Also available online by Zoom. Click here for the invite.
Tuesdays: Morning Coffee Hour
Let's meet over coffee! 10:00 a.m. Contact Rich Randolph for your Zoom Invitation.
Rich Randolph: rjurny@gmail.com
Thursdays: Compline
Compline on ZOOM! 4:00 p.m. Hosted by Minerva Haddad. Contact Minerva for your Zoom invite.
Minerva Haddad: minerva.haddad@gmail.com.
Fridays: The Men's Bible Study:
Grow in your faith & walk with God! 8:30 a.m.
Send a note to Rich Randolph and he will ensure you receive a Zoom invitation.
Rich Randolph: rjurny@gmail.com
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Thank you to Sharron Simpson
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Thank you so much to Sharron Simpson for leading a wonderful class; God Is Love at St. Patrick's. Today they wrapped up their two sessions. There was a great turnout of over a dozen people who had an introductory to wisdom of the three Abrahamic Faiths.
Sharron took the time to set up the classroom the way she wanted for the class. Just lovely!
We would like to share the The Most Beautiful Names of Allah: Asthma Al-Husna from Sharron's class. Can you believe there are 100 different ways to say God! (Including Allah)
Please click on the link below to check it out! It's very interesting!
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There hasn’t been summer vacation for those preparing Blessing Bags for distribution by Redwood Gospel Mission! 24 were delivered to RGM and received with gratefulness.
The next deadline for Blessing Bags will be August 13. As always, you can deliver them to our home at 8399 Oakmont Dr., or to the basket in the Narthex on or before Aug. 13.
If you need information about the contents and how to package the Blessing Bags please call me at (408)981-2024 or send me an email at rjurny@gmail.com.
Thanks to everyone for helping our neighbors!
~Betsy Randolph
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Greetings Friends! Check out Eleanor's thankful note to her volunteers from Monday, July 10th. Next week on Monday, they will return again!
Dear All,
Thank you to Pam/Larry, Erin, Carolyn, Barbara, Tomie the driver, and REFB sub rep for Arturo, Eddie. Arturo is on his honeymoon!
IN SPITE OF THE HORRIFIC TRAFFIC JAM ON HWY 12, (delaying traffic about 30 minutes + or -, due to the road construction close to Tips Restaurant) 45 households/151 individuals received food tonight! We're told this will be last for about 3 more weeks - REALLY???!!! There is only one lane - the other is literally gone! There also was no power in the area, due to be restored before midnight! Our mighty team pressed on and conquered!
Given the new distribution process moves quickly, we're going to try to operate with 4 volunteers plus me as a floater/substitute. So, for July 24, volunteers will be Andrew, Beth, Brad and Natalie.
It's just amazing to watch God work through apparent obstacles!
Eleanor
Sent July 10th
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Episcopal Foundation of Northern California
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$100,000 Foundation Grant Program – Less than ONE week left to apply!
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Don't wait till it's too late! The deadline to apply is July 1st!
The Episcopal Foundation of Northern California is passionate about empowering churches to fulfill their mission and create a lasting impact. That's why we're thrilled to offer the Foundation Grant Program, an opportunity for your ministry to receive the financial support it deserves!
Click here for application instructions!
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The Rev. Harry Alagree presides while the Very Rev. Ed Howell gets a few well deserved days off.
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2022 Foundation Grant recipient St. Patrick's Episcopal Church in Kenwoodhas successfully completed its technology upgrades! With the use of grant funds, they were able to install an enhanced sound system, purchase a projector for both church and community presentations, and was able completely update their website and add new content!
Click here to read more about St. Patrick’s story.
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Our very own Dakota Borgfeldt had the opportunity to go to the University of Maryland. What a blessing!
Check out the article below which includes a photo and a quote from Dakota!
We’re back from EYE23!
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On July 4, we made our way to the University of Maryland in College Park for EYE23, the triennial gathering of Episcopal teens from all over the world. Our delegation, among the largest in attendance, consisted of 19 teens from across our diocese, and 4 chaperones.
The highlights of EYE23 include amazing worship each day, featuring the EYE band, “Charcuterie,” and rousing sermons given by the Rev. Nancy Frausto, director of Latinx Studies at Seminary of the Southwest, Julia Ayala Harris, President of the House of Deputies, and Presiding Bishop Michael Curry, who told us about his cat named “Muffin”!
Our teens also participated in workshops each day, with the topics ranging from gun violence, suicide, and climate change to church governance, building community, and what it means to be an Episcopal Christian. If you know one of our teens (or chaperones) who went to EYE23, give them a few days to get some rest, then be sure to ask them all about it!
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Images and Reflections from EYE 23
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EYE23 was truly eye opening. I met people I never would’ve met, worshiped in ways that I didn’t think were possible, and grew closer to God. I have developed a better understanding of the Episcopalian faith, all thanks to the mentors. Now I go forth to continue writing my story in the light of God.
– Dakota Borgfeldt
EYE23 taught me a lot about using my faith to practice positive change in my community. I attended many political and violence prevention workshops that directed me to how change is done in not only the church but also the world. I will take these lessons and utilize them for change, as well as teaching others.
– Ethan Bullard
EYE 23 was a great event that I’m glad I attended. The people were nice and welcoming, the events were good, and almost everyone was having a good time. And those you didn’t atleast had a fun time meeting new and hanging out with friend. It was a good event to be closer to God and to people who weren’t as close or as religious as others could still participate. The workshops that were offered were good as well, and they opened up many different conversations and viewpoints. I’m glad that I attended, and I hope that the lessons and new knowledge I learned continues with me and helps me through life.
– Laura Castaneda
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Tom Gent's Creative Creations!
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Thank you so much to Tom Gent for sharing his wonderful work with us at church on Sunday, July 16th! A visit to see Connie Van Loben Sels at Green Acres was made as well!
Thank you so much, Tom, for bringing your work in to share with St. Patrick's!
 
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Parish Picnic
August 2023
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Fall 2023 Holy Land Pilgrimage
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Dear Diocesan Family:
Trinity Cathedral and Faith Cameron Park are leading a Pilgrimage to the Holy Land from NOVEMBER 26 – DECEMBER 6, 2023. We are delighted to be able to open an invitation to members of the diocese on a first come first serve basis.
Please read the online brochure linked below, and follow the link included on the website to make your booking directly with Lightline. We have seven more places available and would love for you to join us. The deadline for booking at this price is July 12th 2023.
Please also let us know at the Cathedral if you are booking to go, by emailing cpyeatt@trinitycathedral.org so that we know to include you in our advance planning emails.
This tour will be led by The Rev Tom Gartin, The Very Rev Matthew Woodward and the Rt Rev Barry Beisner.
Blessings
Dean Matthew+, Rev Tom+ and +Bishop Barry
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Food Donations Needed
F.I.S.H. of Santa Rosa
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Spread the LOVE!
Our friends at F.I.S.H. of Santa Rosa would like our help with peanut butter donations! If you would like to bring in jars of peanut butter to help fulfill their needs to keep serving those in need. You can also bring canned soup and other food non-perishable items. Peanut butter is their greatest need at the moment.
Drop off your donations in the basket located in the Narthex.
We thank you for all your help!
Donation basket, located in the Narthex
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Please Support Saint Patrick’s Episcopal Church Ministry
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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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Contact Information:
The Very Rev. Ed Howell, Priest-In-Charge
Email: edhowell@sonic.net
Phone/text: 707-292-8033
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9000 Sonoma Highway
PO Box 247
Kenwood, CA 95452
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