Special Events Around the Parish
Special Diocesan Convention
Saturday, May 10
Grace Cathedral
Bishop Andrus has called a Special Convention of the Diocese to be held at Grace Cathedral in San Francisco on May 10, 2008, beginning at 9:00 AM. The purpose of the Special Convention is 1) to receive the report resulting from the Beloved Community Visioning Process, 2) to consider and vote on amendments to the Canons of the Diocese regarding the governance of the Diocese, and 3) to consider and vote on such resolutions as may be necessary to implement the changes in governance. You’ll be hearing more about this from the St. Paul’s delegates, but, in the meantime, if you want to know more, call Carolyn Knapp: (510) 658-6547 or check the event announcement at www.diocal.org
Knitting for a Good Cause
Saturday, May 17, 8:30 a.m.
This Saturday, May 17 at 8:30 in the Chapter Room, members and friends of St. Augustine's and St. Paul's will meet to knit. Bring some yarn and some needles for fun and fellowship. Many of us are working on hats or scarves to be donated to Highland and Children's Hospitals. Our resident Master Knitter will be there to help, teach and coach. If you have questions, please contact the Eryka in the Parish Office.: /510- 834-4314/ email admin (at) stpaulsoakland (.) org
Sacred Spaces Program
Saturday, May 17, at Holy Cross, Castro Valley
The Rev. Dr. Lizette Larson-Miller, Kaehr Prof of Liturgy at CDSP, will be presenting a program on Sacred Spaces at the Spring 2008 General Meeting of the Diocesan Altar Guild that is open to ALL interested parishioners. Come learn where your sacred places may be! It will be held on Saturday, May 17th at Holy Cross Episcopal Church , 119179 Center St in Castro Valley. The program includes morning coffee and registration at 9 a.m., Holy Eucharist at 10 a.m. followed by the program and luncheon. Program cost including refreshments and luncheon is $25. If there is enough interest, we could register as a group and carpool. Kathy McClelland (510-813-6205 /510-336-9734) has a registration form, or you can also call Marty Jewett at 510-235-3728.
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Upcoming Music Concerts
Several exciting Bay Area artists and music groups are performing at St. Paul's this spring. The next concert is scheduled May 18th. See the concerts page for more information.
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Training and Education Opportunities
Training for Lectors, Chalice-bearers, Acolytes, & Subdeacons
People who would like to be trained to be lectors, chalice bearers, acolytes, and subdeacons are invited to speak with Anne Jensen. Also, people who were formerly one of these ministers and who would like to reactivate should also let her know of their wishes: rector at stpaulsoakland (.) org / 510-834-4314.
Education for Ministries
If you are interested in taking a spiritual journey using theological reflection and Biblical study, Education for Ministries may be for you! EfM is an educational program that encourages its participants to explore their beliefs and to develop their ministries in the body of Christ. Check out the EfM website at http://www.sewanee.edu/EFM/index.htm. If you would like further information, contact Anna Goodwin at goodwina7897 at sbcglobal (.) net or 510-530-8994.
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Email and Membership Lists
St. Paul’s Young Adults (Young Adults announcements, social and fellowship opportunities)
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/StPaulsOaklandYA/
For more information, contact Kent Lewandowski at kentlewan (at) yahoo (.) com.
St. Paul’s OASIS (GLBT & Friends & Supporters)
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/StPaulsOaklandOASIS
For more information, contact Athena Honore at athenaphone (at) yahoo (.) com.
Subscription to DioBytes, the weekly diocesan e-newsletter, is open to all and includes a link to Bishop Marc’s blog. Subscribe at www.episcopalbayarea.org.
Membership Rosters are available in the Parish Office for all parishoners. Please contact us at 510-834-4314 if you would like one.
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Miscellaneous
Green Sheet Announcements
Please send any Green Sheet announcements to greensheet at stpaulsoakland (.) org and include “green sheet” in the message line, or call the church office at 834-4314. Announcements should be under 100 words and should be submitted by Monday at 5 p.m. for the following Sunday.
Prayer Lists
If you have placed someone on the prayer list please let the Church Office know something about the person’s present situation. Include his / her name and your name in the message to the parish office. Send email to [administrator at stpaulsoakland (.) org], or call 834-4314).
St. Paul's Electronic Calendar Now Live
We are pleased to announce that the St. Paul's electronic calendar is now alive and functioning. You can consult it 24/7 by clicking "calendar" on the sidebar of the church website (www.stpaulsoakland.org) and then on "click here."
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News Around the Diocese
Diocesan Calendar - Events
For a complete list of events and news from around the Diocese, please go to www.episcopalbayarea.org.
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