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News of the week 5/20/2019
 
Paving update:  The old asphalt is torn up, and the new base is being built.  The noise and vibrations are rather amazing.  A couple of neighbors have complained, but there’s not much we can do!  It will be ok to park or walk on the base this weekend, but know that the base is not solid, and there are larger rocks in it.  It’s not a good walking surface, so wear old sturdy shoes and take your time.  We expect that work will knock off sometime tomorrow afternoon, and resume on Tuesday.  The campus will be very difficult to navigate the middle of next week.
 
Summer schedule:  The early (8 a.m.) service will meet this Sunday for the last time this spring.  It will resume in the fall, as will the Thursday Bible study and Holy Eucharist.
 
Coming celebration:  We will celebrate Pentecost Sunday June 9.  This festival remembers the coming of the gift of the Holy Spirit to the disciples in Jerusalem after Jesus’ ascension.  So it’s the birthday of the Church!  We wear red, a reminder that we all have the gift of that same Spirit.  Here at St. Wilfred we are also celebrate the ministry of Michael Trezise, who offered his gifts here at St. Wilfred for more than 12 years.
 
Angela’s Attic  Our collection concludes today.  If you have things to give you may take them to the storefront at 1255 Seeds Ave. Sarasota or call 941 735 8855.
 
Episcopal 101  We will meet next Sunday June 2 in the back of Ricker Hall to do our next round of discussion of Episcopal ethos and theology. Its good conversation and a great way to answer questions you didn’t even know you had.
 
Day 4 Hope:  We need volunteers, to guide the families around, to help in the kitchen or at the various stations.
 
 Please offer this prayer regularly:  A prayer for Day 4 Hope:
 
Gracious and life-giving God, we thank you for so many blessings.  Especially this day, we thank you for the program Hope for Communities, which enables us to reach out to homeless children and families.  Thank you for the vision which created this work, and for the energy and enthusiasm of our many volunteers.  We pray for the families who will be sent to us.  Bless those parents in their struggle to care for their children.  Bless the children and help them know that they are loved by many people.  Bring your Spirit and Wisdom to our work as we prepare for our event on Aug 4.  Help us spread your love in this hurting world.  In Jesus’ name, Amen. 
 
Food Pantry  In June we will collect tooth brushes, toothpaste, and denture supplies.
 
Cash offering   In June we send our funds to Episcopal Relief and Development, which provides disaster relief and funds for sustainable development around the world.
 
In your prayers  Remember those who are sick or in any kind of trouble:  Tara Elizabeth, Irene and Michael, John, Jean, Sue, Beth, Miriam, Bobbie, Bill, Carol, Wilma, Carole, Dylan and Michael,
 
Those serving in the armed forces:  Karrem, Aaron, Brenton, David, Cord, Greg, Eric, Austin, Caleb, and Dylan.
 
Long-term prayer list:  Maynard, Ina O’Reilly, Danielle, JoAnne & Bob, Vicki, Vicki C., Joan, Eddie, Michael, Barbara, Angela, Soleil, Cindy, Rosemary, Susan, Daniel, Bob, Janavia, Rusti, and Bogusia.
 
Remember those who have died,
 
Lessons for May 26

• Acts 16:9-15
• Revelation 21:10, 22-22:5
• John 14:23-29
• Psalm 67

News of the week 5/6/2019
 
Confirmation will be administered this Sunday, at the 10 a.m. service during the visitation of assisting bishop the Rt. Rev. Barry Howe.  There will be NO 8 a.m. service this week.  Those seeking confirmation or reception are asked to be at church by 9:45 for brief instruction.

Angels’ Attic  The Attic provides clothing, furniture and household goods to persons in need.  It has been active in Sarasota for more than 30 years.  They have recently written us saying that the level of need has gone up.  They would welcome volunteers to come down and help sort clothing and other donations.  They are grateful for cash donations.  We have agreed to accept some donations of household goods for them in the month of May.  We will receive the following items at the church during May:  pots/pans, silverware and usable clean towels.  Items may be dropped by the church office on Mon from 10 – 12 or Tues, Wed and Thurs between 10 – 2.  There is a shopping cart in the church narthex to receive these items. They will also accept clean clothing at their storefront, 1255 Seeds Ave. Sarasota.  For more information contact your clergy or call 941 735 8855.
 
Episcopal 101  We will not meet again in May.  We’ll plan to meet June 2 to see if we want to continue through the summer.
  
Day 4 Hope:  It’s time to get your plans in order.  What can you do on Aug. 3 at our Day 4 Hope.  Volunteer forms are in the info racks in the church.  Please fill one out and turn it in to Diane Tennant, Ruth Hendricks or the clergy.  Sign up soon or you may not get your dream job!
 
Please offer this prayer regularly:  A prayer for Day 4 Hope:
 
Gracious and life-giving God, we thank you for so many blessings.  Especially this day, we thank you for the program Hope for Communities, which enables us to reach out to homeless children and families.  Thank you for the vision which created this work, and for the energy and enthusiasm of our many volunteers.  We pray for the families who will be sent to us.  Bless those parents in their struggle to care for their children.  Bless the children and help them know that they are loved by many people.  Bring your Spirit and Wisdom to our work as we prepare for our event on Aug 4.  Help us spread your love in this hurting world.  In Jesus’ name, Amen. 
 
Food Pantry  In May we are collecting bar soap.
 
Cash offering   In May we will support the Humane Society of Sarasota.  All of God’s creatures deserve our help and our prayers.
 
In your prayers  Remember those who are sick or in any kind of trouble:  Tara Elizabeth, Irene and Michael, John, Jean, Sue, Beth, Miriam, Bobbie, Bill, and Michael,
 
Long-term prayer list:  Maynard, Ina O’Reilly, Danielle, JoAnne & Bob, Vicki, Vicki C., Joan, Eddie, Michael, Barbara, Angela, Soleil, Cindy, Rosemary, Susan, Daniel, Bob, Janavia, Rusti, and Bogusia.
 
Remember those who have died,
 
Lessons for May 5
Acts 9:1-6
Revelation 5:11-14
John 21:1-19
Psalm 30

News of the week 4/28/2019
 
Angels’ Attic  The Attic provides clothing, furniture and household goods to persons in need.  It has been active in Sarasota for more than 30 years.  They have recently written us saying that the level of need has gone up.  They would welcome volunteers to come down and help sort clothing and other donations.  They are grateful for cash donations.  We have agreed to accept some donations of household goods for them in the month of May.  We will receive the following items at the church during May:  pots/pans, silverware and usable clean towels.  Items may be dropped by the church office on Mon from 10 – 12 or Tues, Wed and Thurs between 10 – 2.  There is a shopping cart in the church narthex to receive these items. They will also accept clean clothing at their storefront, 1255 Seeds Ave. Sarasota.  For more information contact your clergy or call 941 735 8855.
 
Episcopal 101  We will meet this Sunday May 5 in the back of Ricker Hall to do our next round of Episcopal 101. It’s good conversation and a great way to answer questions you didn’t even know you had.
 
Confirmation If you wish to become a member of the Episcopal Church, you will need to be received next Sunday May 12 to offer these services and celebrate at our 10 a.m. worship.  Please let the clergy know if you wish to participate.  There is paperwork to be done!  Thanks.
  
Day 4 Hope:  Please offer this prayer regularly:  A prayer for Day 4 Hope:
 
Gracious and life-giving God, we thank you for so many blessings.  Especially this day, we thank you for the program Hope for Communities, which enables us to reach out to homeless children and families.  Thank you for the vision which created this work, and for the energy and enthusiasm of our many volunteers.  We pray for the families who will be sent to us.  Bless those parents in their struggle to care for their children.  Bless the children and help them know that they are loved by many people.  Bring your Spirit and Wisdom to our work as we prepare for our event on Aug 4.  Help us spread your love in this hurting world.  In Jesus’ name, Amen. 
 
Food Pantry  In May we are collecting bar soap.
 
Cash offering   In May we will support the Humane Society of Sarasota.  All of God’s creatures deserve our help and our prayers.
 
In your prayers  Remember those who are sick or in any kind of trouble:  Tara Elizabeth, Irene and Michael, John, Jean, Sue, Beth, Miriam, Bobbie, and Michael,
 
Long-term prayer list:  Maynard, Ina O’Reilly, Danielle, JoAnne & Bob, Vicki, Vicki C., Joan, Eddie, Michael, Barbara, Angela, Soleil, Cindy, Rosemary, Susan, Daniel, Bob, Janavia, Rusti, and Bogusia.
 
Remember those who have died,
 
Lessons for May 5
 
Acts 9:1-6
Revelation 5:11-14
John 21:1-19
Psalm 30