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St. Paul's Episcopal Church
​
​All are Welcome

BECOME A MINISTRY PARTNER OF ST. PAUL'S!

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The full schedule for Lent & Easter is HERE

​Weekly Services: Sundays 8 & 10am, Monday - Fridays 12:10pm. Stations of the Cross Fridays at 6:30pm.
EVENSONG Second Sundays 4pm (Sept thru May) and COMPLINE Fourth Sundays 8pm
Check our online calendar HERE
Watch our services on our YouTube Channel HERE. LIVE STREAMING IS BACK (well, mostly and sort of; It's still a work-in-progress. Thank you for your forbearance and patience!). ​
Please watch live, comment, follow us, and share!

Children and all Families are Welcome!
We welcome all families to St. Paul's, and invite your children to participate in our Children's Programs, or remain with you during the service. FaithQuest (Sunday School) is available for children age 5-12 every Sunday at 10m.  Ask an usher for the location. Younger children are welcome to play during the service in our professionally staffed Mustard Seeds/ Bride's Room (at the back of the church),

More details about programs for children are HERE. 

Upcoming Services


Monday, March 9

12:10 p.m. Holy Eucharist Program
In the Chapel, or watch the stream on our YouTube Channel HERE 
Rite I, Book of Common Prayer.

Tuesday, March 10

12:10 p.m. Holy Eucharist Program
In the Chapel, or watch the stream on our YouTube Channel HERE 
Rite I, Book of Common Prayer.

Wednesday, March 11

12:10 p.m. Holy Eucharist Program
In the Chapel, or watch the stream on our YouTube Channel HERE 
Rite I, Book of Common Prayer.
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Wednesday Lent Program
until Holy Week

7:00 p.m. via Zoom

DISRUPTING POWER: 
Turning Over Tables


Pastor Kathy Escobar guides a Lenten journey inspired by the ways of Jesus to dismantle the systems that perpetuate inequality and injustice. From flipping the moneychangers’ tables in the temple to uplifting the poor and marginalized, Jesus’ actions and words turn the world’s idea of power on its head. 
​
Each Wednesday of Lent, we will dig deeper into Jesus’ challenge to the pervasive influence of privilege and oppression that have dominated since ancient times.

Through poignant reflections and thought-provoking practices, will try to discover how we can harness the disruptive power of Jesus’ teachings to effect meaningful change in our communities and beyond. Together, we can turn the tables and build a world where justice, healing, and greater equity reigns supreme. 

February 25: Reveal 
March 4: Lament 
March 11: Repent 
March 18: Disrupt 
March 25: Cultvate 
​
This will be a Zoom only event: 
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82758489360?pwd=PocpU85xbudkbUXeoG1sLm7RPPYC6u.1 


Thursday, March 12

12:10 p.m. Holy Eucharist Program
In the Chapel, or watch the stream on our YouTube Channel HERE 
Rite I, Book of Common Prayer.

Friday, March 13

12:10 p.m. Holy Eucharist Program
In the Chapel, or watch the stream on our YouTube Channel HERE 
Rite I, Book of Common Prayer.

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6:30 p.m. Stations of the Cross Program
Recall the final hours of Jesus’ life. Details are HERE

Sunday, March 15
Fourth Sunday in Lent


8:00 a.m. HOLY EUCHARIST Program
In the Church, or watch the live stream on our YouTube channel HERE
Rite I, BCP.

 
10:00 a.m. CHORAL EUCHARIST Program
With Choir, Organ. 
​In the Church, or watch the live stream on our YouTube channel HERE
Rite I, BCP.

The Rev. Dr. Mauricio J. Wilson, Rector. 
Benjamin Bachmann, MMus, FAGO, Director of Music and organist. ​
With St. Paul's Choir.

MUSIC 15 March 2026 Holy Eucharist Year A Lent 4
​Prelude: Jesus Christus, unser heiland   BWV 666     J. S. Bach
Mass::Kyrie-S-93, Sanctus-S-124, Our Father-S-119, Agnus Dei-S-161
Gradual Psalm: 23    Jeffrey Smith
Offertory Anthem: Ego sum panis vivus    William Byrd
Communion Motet: Here, o my Lord I see thee face to face   Percy Whitlock
Postlude: Jesus Christus, unser heiland     BWV 665 J. S. Bach
Hymns:677,144, 429

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10:00 a.m. CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS
We welcome all families to St. Paul's, and invite your children to participate in Mustard Seeds (for under 5) and Faith Quest/Sunday School (for ages 5-12), or sit with you during the service.
 
- Mustard Seeds for younger children: Professionally staffed nursery in the back of the church (Bride's Room).

- Faith Quest/Sunday School for older children: in the Chapter Room (ask an usher for directions). Two adult volunteer teachers will be present. Parents are welcome to accompany children who need assistance to stay. The children will be brought back into the service at the Offertory.The curriculum includes StoryMakers art, Bible storytelling, songs, and prayer. We can help direct you to the Chapter Room at the beginning of the service when you arrive. ​​
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11:45 a.m. Sunday Lenten Conversation in-person

FORGIVENESS, By Marjorie J. Thompson 
Sundays after the 10 am service in the Chapter Room.


March 15: Repentance: Getting a new mind

Forgiving others and humbly asking for forgiveness are central disciplines for all Christian believers. Lent, a time to reflect on our Christian journey, is an appropriate time to deepen our understanding and practice of forgiveness. Marjorie J. Thompson, author of the best-selling book Soul Feast, takes a close look at our un-derstanding of forgiveness in this encouraging study. In six brief chapters, Thompson addresses such questions as the following:  

• Is forgiveness a Christian duty under all circumstances? Or are there situations when Christians do not need to forgive?  

• Is forgiveness a matter between individuals, or is it meaningful only in the context of communities?  

• Is forgiving the best route to healing for the injured?  

• How do we get past emotional barriers to real for-giveness?  

Using biblical examples and real-life situations, Thompson illustrates each chapter's theme in an informative and engaging way. 

The book is available in hardcopy with Deacon England or online, on Kindle, and in audio formats.


Monday, March 16

12:10 p.m. Holy Eucharist Program
In the Chapel, or watch the stream on our YouTube Channel HERE 
Rite I, Book of Common Prayer.

Tuesday, March 17

12:10 p.m. Holy Eucharist Program
In the Chapel, or watch the stream on our YouTube Channel HERE 
Rite I, Book of Common Prayer.

Wednesday, March 18

12:10 p.m. Holy Eucharist Program
In the Chapel, or watch the stream on our YouTube Channel HERE 
Rite I, Book of Common Prayer.
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Wednesday Lent Program
until Holy Week

7:00 p.m. via Zoom

DISRUPTING POWER: 
Turning Over Tables


Pastor Kathy Escobar guides a Lenten journey inspired by the ways of Jesus to dismantle the systems that perpetuate inequality and injustice. From flipping the moneychangers’ tables in the temple to uplifting the poor and marginalized, Jesus’ actions and words turn the world’s idea of power on its head. 
​
Each Wednesday of Lent, we will dig deeper into Jesus’ challenge to the pervasive influence of privilege and oppression that have dominated since ancient times.

Through poignant reflections and thought-provoking practices, will try to discover how we can harness the disruptive power of Jesus’ teachings to effect meaningful change in our communities and beyond. Together, we can turn the tables and build a world where justice, healing, and greater equity reigns supreme. 

February 25: Reveal 
March 4: Lament 
March 11: Repent 
March 18: Disrupt 
March 25: Cultvate 
​
This will be a Zoom only event: 
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82758489360?pwd=PocpU85xbudkbUXeoG1sLm7RPPYC6u.1 


Thursday, March 19

12:10 p.m. Holy Eucharist Program
In the Chapel, or watch the stream on our YouTube Channel HERE 
Rite I, Book of Common Prayer.

Friday, March 20

12:10 p.m. Holy Eucharist Program
In the Chapel, or watch the stream on our YouTube Channel HERE 
Rite I, Book of Common Prayer.

​
6:30 p.m. Stations of the Cross Program
Recall the final hours of Jesus’ life. Details are HERE

Sunday, March 22
Fifth Sunday in Lent


8:00 a.m. HOLY EUCHARIST Program
In the Church, or watch the live stream on our YouTube channel HERE
Rite I, BCP.

 
10:00 a.m. CHORAL EUCHARIST Program
With Choir, Organ. 
​In the Church, or watch the live stream on our YouTube channel HERE
Rite I, BCP.

Celebrant & preacher: The Rev. Dr. Mauricio J. Wilson, Rector. Celebrant 
Benjamin Bachmann, MMus, FAGO, Director of Music and organist. 

MUSIC 22 March 2026 Holy Eucharist Year A Lent 5
​
Prelude: Organ Sonata Op. 28 III Andante espressivo    Edward Elgar
Mass::Kyrie-S-93, Sanctus-S-124, Our Father-S-119, Agnus Dei-S-161
Gradual Psalm: 130 H. Walford Davies
Offertory Anthem: Jesu, joy of man’s desiring   J. S. Bach
Communion Motet: Ave Verum Corpus    Edward Elgar
Postlude: Organ Sontata Op. 28 IV Presto     Edward Elgar
Hymns: LEVAS-112,457,LEVAS-106

​
10:00 a.m. CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS
We welcome all families to St. Paul's, and invite your children to participate in Mustard Seeds (for under 5) and Faith Quest/Sunday School (for ages 5-12), or sit with you during the service.
 
- Mustard Seeds for younger children: Professionally staffed nursery in the back of the church (Bride's Room).

- Faith Quest/Sunday School for older children: in the Chapter Room (ask an usher for directions). Two adult volunteer teachers will be present. Parents are welcome to accompany children who need assistance to stay. The children will be brought back into the service at the Offertory.The curriculum includes StoryMakers art, Bible storytelling, songs, and prayer. We can help direct you to the Chapter Room at the beginning of the service when you arrive. ​​
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11:45 a.m. Sunday Lenten Conversation in-person

FORGIVENESS, By Marjorie J. Thompson 
Sundays after the 10 am service in the Chapter Room.


March 22
Forgiving: Embracing Freedom

Forgiving others and humbly asking for forgiveness are central disciplines for all Christian believers. Lent, a time to reflect on our Christian journey, is an appropriate time to deepen our understanding and practice of forgiveness. Marjorie J. Thompson, author of the best-selling book Soul Feast, takes a close look at our un-derstanding of forgiveness in this encouraging study. In six brief chapters, Thompson addresses such questions as the following:  

• Is forgiveness a Christian duty under all circumstances? Or are there situations when Christians do not need to forgive?  

• Is forgiveness a matter between individuals, or is it meaningful only in the context of communities?  

• Is forgiving the best route to healing for the injured?  

• How do we get past emotional barriers to real for-giveness?  

Using biblical examples and real-life situations, Thompson illustrates each chapter's theme in an informative and engaging way. 

The book is available in hardcopy with Deacon England or online, on Kindle, and in audio formats.

OUR VISION 
St. Paul’s dares to be an open embracing community; discovering, celebrating, and sharing the Love of Christ. 
OUR MISSION 
St. Paul’s invites you to a spiritual journey: to love God and your neighbors near and far; to worship, pray and serve joyfully in our community; to strive to become more Christ-like in living out the promises of our baptism that all may know Christ's healing love. 
OUR VALUES 
St. Paul’s is Joyfully Christ-Centered. We value growth on our spiritual journey as members of the Body of Christ We value our Anglican heritage as an authentic, evolving tradition. We value loving, compassionate service. We value gratitude and generosity as stewards of all God ‘s gifts. We value everyone and welcome all to find a place to belong in the worship, fellowship and ministry of this parish. 

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What to DO?
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Know Your Rights: What to Do if You or a Loved One is Detained
 https://immigrantjustice.org/for-immigrants/know-your-rights/what-do-if-you-or-loved-one-detained/


BECOME A MINISTRY PARTNER OF ST. PAUL'S!

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EVERY DOLLAR supports our ministries, and the ability to opens our doors every week. THANK YOU!

Read about how your gift supports our mission in our Narrative Budget, 
Other Ways to Give, FAQs, and consider making a Legacy Gift.


Download and complete this fillable Giving Form.

ONLINE
Email it to [email protected].

IN PERSON
Place your completed Giving Form in the offering plate​ at any service.

BY MAIL
Mail your completed Giving Form to:
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church
114 Montecito Ave
​Oakland, CA 94610

​Paper forms are available in the church narthex.

​Questions? Contact Sharon Pilmer

Take Action!

630 Sansome, San Francisco, is the ICE office where people who are here on visas are required to check in, and where randomly someone is detained/kidnapped when they check in.

There are vigils there often.


Faith in Action East Bay
​Newsletter is HERE
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The Episcopal Public Policy Network (EPPN) is a grassroots network of Episcopalians across the country dedicated to carrying out the Baptismal Covenant call to “strive for justice and peace” through the active ministry of public policy advocacy. 

Facilitated by the Office of Government Relations, this network helps influence the development of legislation and policy of the U.S. federal government on critical issues.


Gatherings

Looking for info or events? 

Indivisible East Bay
Updates are  HERE
Calendar of events, including other groups, is HERE

Indivisible SF
Updates are HERE
Calendar of events, including other groups is HERE

WEEKLY UPDATES

Immigration Updates with the Office of Government Relations and Episcopal Migration Ministries via Zoom

Tuesdays, 10-10:30am PST

Join us every Tuesday for a 30-minute call on the changing landscape of U.S. immigration, refugee, and migration policy. Episcopal Migration Ministries will share updates and resources and will be joined by the Office of Government Relations and the Chief Legal Officer. Spanish interpretation will be available.

REGISTER HERE 


Office of Governmental Relations Weekly Network Call via Zoom

​Thursdays, 10-10:30am PST

Join the Office of Government Relations (OGR) for 30-minute, weekly conversations about the policies and legislation we are advocating with Congress and the Administration. Every Thursday, OGR staff will provide an overview of the political environment and legislative outlook, tips for advocacy, and time for questions from you.
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REGISTER HERE

Loaves & Fishes

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Help feed those with needs during illness or other adversity

If you have experienced illness, adversity, or the birth of a child, you probably have experienced a need or desire to have someone take care of you! Our Loaves and Fishes ministry is a group of volunteers who step up to provide meals for folks in the parish who are temporarily experiencing a time when it is difficult to get meals on the table. Meals can be homemade, or a gift card can be provided. We use an online sign-up application to coordinate with the recipient and each other.
 
To offer the gift of a meal is as much a gift to the giver as it is to the recipient.  Let us know if you are in need!
 
To volunteer, or if you need some meals, contact Katie Lauter at [email protected]​


GET YOUR
​St. Paul’s T-Shirt TODAY!

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Spread the love of Christ and St. Paul’s!

​Following the example of Christ, our Social Justice Committee is always working to stand up and be active in the fight for the rights of everyone. 
​
We now have t-shirts available to raise awareness of our mission, raise funds to help immigrants who are now being detained and deported, and to further other Social Justice efforts.

Adult sizes $30 (suggested donation)
Children's sizes ($15 suggested donation)

See Paula or Matthew to get your t-shirt NOW!


THE PANTRY OF HOPE: Food for the Holidays

On Christmas day we delivered over 400 prepared hot meals to our neighbors in need. With the cost of food on the rise and the social safety net shrinking, the need is great. 

Efforts like this require both a tremendous volunteer effort and money to purchase groceries and meals. In this season of generosity, please consider making a gift to the St. Paul’s Pantry of Hope to make outreach like this possible. 

You can make your donation by credit card or bank transfer HERE (choose Pantry of Hope from the drop down menu) or by check mailed to the church office or placed in the offering plate any Sunday before Christmas, with “Pantry of Hope” in the memo. 

Please also consider volunteering to deliver meals on Christmas Day (details forthcoming). ​​Contact Archdeacon Carolyn Bolton for more information.


Video streams for services are now on our YouTube Channel HERE. Recordings are usually posted to YouTube later that day.

Read St. Paul's current Newsletter HERE!
Back issues are on the Newsletter page.

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Events & Worship Calendar
Weekly church services: Sundays 8 & 10am, Wednesdays 12:10pm. Second Sundays 4pm Evensong (Sept thru June). Fourth Sundays 8pm Compline.
Click on an event below for more details.

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Our baptismal vow is to seek and serve Christ in others.
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  • Worship
    • Worship Ministries
    • Lent & Easter 2026 >
      • Stations of the Cross
    • Compline
    • Evensong
    • Choir
    • Confirmation
    • Baptism
  • Music
    • Concerts
    • St. Paul's Austin Organ
  • Ministries
    • Children & Youth
    • Food Pantry
    • Guns to Gardens
    • Social Justice
    • Environmental Stewardship >
      • Growing Milkweed
    • Loaves & Fishes
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