For Sunday April 28, 2024
Fairly New to St. Paul?
Or perhaps been here awhile but want to know more?
You’re invited to a Newcomers’ Class on Sunday, April 28th at 9AM between services in the library. This is a chance to get to know a bit more about this wonderful church, learn about what it means to become a member, and ask all the questions you’ve ever dreamed of.
Spiritual Formation Feedback Questionnaire
At St. Paul’s, we are blessed with an abundance of retired/active priests, ministers, and educators who offer wonderful classes and retreats throughout the year! We are planning for our education/spiritual formation programing for the 2024-2025 year. Your answers to this questionnaire will help us find out what parishioners want and need. It should only take a few minutes of your time. Thank you for completing it!
Like to sing and want to do so a few times before “summer break”?
We plan on having the choir sing on Pentecost (May 19) and on the Bishop’s Visit (June 2). Rehearsals will continue as usual, Thursdays 5:45 PM and Sundays after the 10:30 postlude, through the first week in June. If you know of congregation members or friends of St. Paul who live full time in Palm Springs and might be interested in singing with us, please invite them. Any questions? Please reach out to musicdirector@stpaulsps.org
Discovering Stories Together: Parish Life Book Club
Welcome to Parish Life Book Club, where every page turned is an adventure and every discussion a journey into fiction. Join us on the first Tuesday of each month at 2 PM, ready to dive into our latest book.
Diverse Choices, Diverse Voices: Our book club is all about exploring rich storytelling and compelling characters. Our 75th selection is James by Percival Everett, a re-imagining Huck Finn’s tale from the perspective of the slave Jim, to other hidden gems and beloved classics, our selections span genres, and perspectives. Together, we choose our next read by consensus, ensuring everyone’s voice is heard.
Uncovering Hidden Gems: One of the best parts of our club? Discovering books, you might not have found on your own. Whether it’s a lesser-known novel or a classic, each month brings surprises and discussions that spark curiosity and connection.
Lively, Polite Discussions: Our meetings, typically lasting about an hour, are filled with warmth and respect. We dive into characters, themes, and everything in between, all while enjoying the diverse perspectives of our members. It’s a space where different impressions of the same words enrich our understanding and appreciation of each book.
Zooming into Summer: As the weather warms up, we’re transitioning to Zoom meetings, ensuring that even our traveling members can stay connected. Whether you’re a snowbird or an adventurer, you’re always welcome to join us from wherever you are.
A Welcoming Community: Parish Life Book Club is more than just a reading group; it’s a community of dedicated readers and newcomers alike. We value our long-time members and embrace the fresh perspectives that new faces bring, creating an inclusive space for all.
Join Us on the Journey: Whether you’re a seasoned reader or curious about book clubs, there’s a place for you at Parish Life Book Club. Come share your love of literature, make new friends, and embark on an adventure through the pages of our next read. We can’t wait to meet you!
For more information, please contact Alan Zimmerman at alanzimmerman@icloud.com
Compassion Knows No Borders
Come! see! and experience! a compassionate humanitarian response to asylum seekers at the nearby USA border crossing at Calexico/Mexicali. Sponsored by Latino Ministry and the vibrant ministries of peace, justice, and mercy, join us along with Rev. Dan Kline for the day on Saturday, April 27 as we sojourn to the Cobina Posada Del Migrante, a shelter for 80-175 individuals and family members, in Mexicali.
We’ll depart at 6:30 am sharp from St. Paul’s parking lot and return at approximately 5:30 pm. A valid passport or passport card is required. Visit www.border-compassion.org for more detailed information about this vital and timely ministry. Information for our “crossover” and sign-up are available at the Connections table or by contacting Andrew Trofka at 323-786-2523 or email at andrewtrofka@gmail.com
Daughters of The King Spring Assembly
Circle Supper—End of Season 2024!
End of Season Circle Supper Final Gathering! Everyone who is currently participating in a Circle Supper (whether you went every month or only a time or two) is invited to attend the “End of Season Joint Circle Supper” at Billy Reed’s Restaurant, Palm Springs, Thursday, May 30, at 6:00 PM. Please RSVP to Nancy Antonius at nancyjantonius@gmail.com by noon, Sunday, May 26. Reservations are a MUST. We will need to give the restaurant an exact headcount prior to the event.
Prayers of the Church
For the Anglican Communion, and for the Archbishop of Canterbury, The Most Reverend and Right Honourable Justin Welby; for The Church of Bangladesh, The Most Reverend Samuel Sunil Mankhin, Archbishop and Primate.
For the Episcopal Diocese of Central Ecuador, The Right Reverend Juan Carlos Quiñonez, Bishop.
For the Episcopal Diocese of San Diego, The Right Reverend Dr. Susan Brown Snook, Bishop; for the clergy and people of St. Andrews by-the-Lake, Lake Elsinore.
For those commended to our prayers: Ronald Woodward, Karen Nelson, Nick Kuttig, David Stanfill, Betsy Westaway, Bob Westaway, Judy Young, George Forrest, Paris Coffey, Patricia H., Will & Rob, Mark Austin, Jill & Robert Philbrook, Richard Osuna, Eliott Kahn, Delores Swanson, Debbie, Nuan Pan, Antoinette, John, Zadaiya, Jacob Parshall, Henry Black, Frank Stahl, Stan Kolodzi, Leah Drake, Ralph Bise, Carmen Vasquez, Robert Timberlake, Rosa Zingg, Lydia, Oliver, Mary Hildebrandt, Daniel Garcia, George Barros, Andy Johnson, Robby Robinson, Michael Chacon, Teri Whitmer, Marsha Myers, Scott Jones, Bobby Brock, Stacy Solomon, Ken Spaetti, Kylie Smith, Terry Garrity, Rus Butler, Joe Christopher, Hap Blaisdell, David Valenzuela, Amelia Grinstead, Chloe Grace Wilson Barton, Marilyn De Silva Currie, Jamie Currie, Greg Gowdy, Tom Lutgen; pray for all those for whom no prayers have been said.
For those who have died: Damon Nelson, Pat Mauritzen, Donald Beck, Mark Levin, Gwendolyn Walton, Roger Senter, Donald Rimac, Nicole Rimac, Peter Rimac, Judy Hampton, Jeanne Holland. Rest eternal grant to these, your servants, O Lord, and let light perpetual shine upon them. May their souls and the souls of all the faithful departed rest in peace. Amen.
For those with birthdays: April 28: Tyson Brown, John Wacker; April 30: Gabby Brittain, Bob Warburton, Ron McDaniel, Douglas Burton; May 1: Bob Bernat, Jim Simms; May 2: John Toogood, Chuck Peery; May 3: Alex Escudero, John Thatcher.
For those for whom flowers have been donated: Today’s Altar Flowers are sponsored in memory of Mark Di Giacomo and Michael Hayes, by their Mother, Judy McAlpin, and Uncles Barry Hagenbuch and Robert Woods.
Send us your Prayer Requests via email — You may request prayers, “For those commended to our prayers” or “For those who have died,” by sending requests to registrar@stpaulsps.org. The weekly print deadline is Wednesday noon.
For next Sunday’s Lectionary readings, go to www.lectionarypage.net and click on May 5, the Sixth Sunday of Easter.
Upcoming Meetings & Events at St Paul’s
- Sunday, April 28 – 9AM-10:15 AM (between services) – Newcomers’ Class – Library
- Sunday, April 28 – 9AM-10:15 AM (between services) – The Omega Course – Parish Hall Parlor
- Sunday, April 28 – 9AM-10:15 AM (between services) – Confirmation Class – Parish Hall Conference Room (NOTE: location change for today’s class)
- Sunday, April 28 – 1:00 PM Vestry meeting
- Sunday, May 5 – Easter VI – Migration Sunday – Cinco De Mayo
- Wednesday, May 8 – Ascension Day (transferred)
- Sunday, May 19 – The Day of PENTECOST: Whitsunday – (Wear red!)
- Sunday, May 26 – TRINITY SUNDAY – The First Sunday after Pentecost
- Sunday, June 2 – Pentecost II – Bishop’s Visit – Reception following 10:30 Service – Q & A with the Bishop – Wear your St. Paul’s T-Shirt!
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