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Table of Contents for October 2001 [Vol. 3 No. 9]
PRAYER FOR HEALING
Some years ago, I crushed a finger in the garage door. I drove over to the doctor’s office using the other hand. I felt faint as I thought about what I had done. The doctor x-rayed my finger
and strapped it up and sent me home with a prescription for painkillers. I never filled it. My finger only hurt when I thought about what had happened; otherwise it did not hurt much.
Within a few days, it had healed itself.
The pain was not in the wound but in the memory. This is not always the case; sometimes we suffer acute pain in our bodies. But thinking about the pain escalates the pain.
Occasionally miraculous healing takes place. People with incurable illnesses go into remission. There is the surprising termination of medical symptoms. This is what we hope and pray for
when those we love suffer. But I do not think it happens very often. We do not have a clue why.
Much more frequently people are healed of their thinking -- their memory of their illness. We are healed of our fears, our anxieties and our anger. Then our physical pain is lessened and we
enjoy some peace of mind. But this does not come easily. We need the help and comfort of a group of people who love us and desire to pray for us.
For some time, people have been contrasting curing with caring. And while doctors can do much to cure us, it is unrealistic to expect them to fix everything that goes wrong with our
bodies. God’s healing love takes from us “disease” and restores to us “the peace that passes all understanding.” It happens because of the care we receive from our doctors, as well as family,
friends and church members. And that is where St. Patrick’s Health and Wellness Committee would like to help.
Every member of the team is committed to offering practical care to those who request it, whether for in-home companionship, rides to appointments or emergency meals. Each week in
the bulletin, the name of the coordinator for the month is listed. Please do not hesitate to call that person if you, or someone you know, could use the committee’s help.
At the same time, the committee needs more volunteers if this ministry is to grow. There’s a sign up sheet in the parish hall, or contact the coordinator.
St. Luke’s Day falls on October 18. He was Paul’s physician. On the Sunday, October 21, we will remember in the prayers: doctors and nurses, social workers and dentists and all others
who serve in the healing professions.
At both services we will invite any who wish to come forward for the laying on of hand and anointing with oil. Our prayer is that all may find healing and God’s peace in the bodies and souls.
--Hugh Stevenson
ENTERTAINMENT BOOKS
You can buy Entertainment Books on Sundays during the coffee hours or from the parish office. They cost $25 each (of which $10 comes to St. Patrick’s). Many restaurants are listed
which offer two meals for the price of one. If you do this three times, you have more than paid the cost of the book. They also make great Christmas presents.
NOMINATIONS
We are looking for four candidates for election to the vestry at the Annual Meeting in January 2002. Would you like to run? Do you have a candidate that you would like considered? The
nominating Committee will be made up of the out-going vestry members: Sarah Phillips and Nina Pohl.
FORWARD DAY BY DAY
The parish buys these Bible study notes and provides them gratis for our members. Many parishioners read them every day. The next issue will be available towards the end of October.
Please pick up your copy from the rack in the church entrance.
FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS
This is a delightful evening of wine tasting, good food and entertainment at our neighboring wineries. It will take place this year on Saturday December 8. The cost will be $28. It is being
coordinated by Star of the Valley Roman Catholic Church. Though St. Patrick’s is no longer one of the sponsors, many of our members volunteer on the day. If you can help, please call
Steve Leonoudakis (539-5079) in Oakmont. Tickets will be available from John at Star of the Valley or through area wineries. All the proceeds are used to support the needy. At Christmas,
our youth group and adults will help fill food parcels for 250 families. Star of the Valley administers an ongoing program providing scrip, and on the third Wednesday of each month
nutritious food is given to children, aged 2-6, at the Kenwood Firehouse.
ADULT EDUCATION IN OCTOBER
TRINITY INSTITUTE FOLLOW-UP
We will have a satellite downlink for the second part of the Trinity Institute. It looks much more
interesting than Part 1! The date for the telecast conference on "Quest for Knowledge, Truth, and Values in Science & Religion" is Monday, October 22, from noon till 6 p.m. This is part of
the "What Does it Mean to be Human" series from last spring. It is being telecast from Harvard Memorial Church. Speakers include Jane Goodall and a group of other scientists from a variety
of disciplines. You can check out details at www.trinist.org.
THE PARABLES
The course being taught by Ann McClure will conclude on Wednesday, October 3 at 9:45 a.m. Ann’s presentations are full of insight. She has read widely about the parables of Jesus.
LISTENING WITH THE HEART
At the beginning of the year we asked for input about our Adult Education offerings. The two topics, which received the most votes, were Church History and Spirituality. We dealt with the
first back in Lent, now a course on Benedictine spirituality, led by Julie Wizorek. It will take place on Wednesdays after the midweek Eucharist, at 9:45 a.m., in the Education Center,
beginning on October 16- November 7. Fliers will be available in the parish hall; please sign up.
WILLS WORKSHOP
On Thursday, October 11 from 10:15 to 11:30 a.m., the Endowment Fund Committee is sponsoring a Will Awareness Program in the Parish Hall.. A high percentage of Episcopalians
do not have wills and those who do may not be aware of changes in the tax law. We have invited an attorney, Jeanne Levin, to help us. She was here a couple of years ago talking about
“elder law.” Please sign up in the parish hall. There will be refreshments provided. Seating is limited.
IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS FOR WILL
Naming an alternate personal representative. If your personal representative cannot serve when needed, the court will have to appoint a replace-ment. You would rather make that your
choice! By naming an alternate in your will you take care of this possibility. The choice of who to name is yours.
Naming a guardian for minor children. Some parents assume they are too young to need wills. Farthest from their thoughts is the possibility that some tragedy could disable a parent or result
in a loss of one or both parents at once. Couples need to discuss this possibility frankly, make decisions, and discuss with the proposed guardian(s). The courts will look with favor on your named wishes.
Naming final beneficiaries. If your will names only immediate members of the family, be aware than in many cases every beneficiary named in a person’s will has died. You may want our
parish to receive part of your estate in the event your heirs predecease you.
EVERY WOMAN NEEDS A WILL
Yes, every woman needs a will! Every woman needs a current will! Every woman needs to review her existing will! As the Prayer Book reminds us (page 445) it is our Christian duty to
make wills while we are in good health.
You may have heard that on average, women live longer than men. It is true. Statistically, women live more than seven years longer than their husbands of the same age. Today, women
earn more money than ever before. They invest it. They have assets of their own to give. At the death of a spouse widows have even more assets to manage. What will the thinking woman
do? Will she leave the final disposition of her assets to the State of California? The thinking woman will decide to make a will.
Like men, most women do not have valid wills. Many churchwomen who are thoughtful and careful about their giving overlook the importance of having up-to-date wills. Women can
make a big difference for their families. Women can make a big difference for the causes in which they believe. Did you know that most charitable bequests to all chari-table causes in this
country come from women?
Women can play an important role in urging others to have their wills drafted. A mother may wonder “What would become of the children if something happened to both of us?” And then
she may ask, “Shouldn’t we have wills so that we can be sure the children are taken care of?” The need for wills may be even more apparent for those without children. The heirs may be
remote and even unknown. What is your plan for your estate?
There are advantages to having a will. You can be sure your estate will be distributed as you wish. You can name guardians for your minor children. You can bequeath more to an
especially dependent loved one. You can establish a trust fund so that a loved one can have a regular income without money management worries. You can include a bequest for the work of
God through the church.
Are you thinking about making a bequest to your church? Look for “How to Include the Church in Your Will or Other Estate Plan” in the tract rack. Your attorney will help you keep
your will up-to-date. Make an appointment today.
“All things come of thee, O Lord, and of thine own have we given thee.”
END OF LIFE DECISIONS
In the “Kingdom Season” after All Saints, we begin to think about life and death and getting our affairs in order. On Wednesday, November 14, we will have a workshop on End of Life
decisions. We will provide such information as how much funeral homes charge for a basic funeral.
UNIQUE BOUTIQUE
The invitations are out and the posters are up for the Unique Boutique’s 24th Annual “A Holiday Fantasy” which will be hosted on October 20th from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
This year’s event will be full of surprises, from handmade and hand-painted benches from our own Bishop George Hunt and his wife Barbara, to delightful vinegar’s flavored with garden
herbs. The ladies have been hard at work embroidering 2000+ tea towels that have always been hugely successful. There will be all sorts of lovely Christmas holiday items and ornaments;
there will be hats, plates, aprons, and dozens of wonderful fantasy items for you and your family.
You don’t have to be around St. Patrick’s very long to realize that these ladies are gourmet chefs and the Gourmet Pantry will be full of their decadent delights. The Silent Auction as
always will have a host of treasures, for donations call Marilyn Schlangen at 833-5575. The Garden Shop will show an array of garden pots, plants, and dried goods. Raffle items this year
will include a beauty enhancement treatment from our own Karen Borgfeldt at “Hello Beautiful” in Kenwood.
Wayne Wright, our parking coordinator, is still looking for parking attendants, so if anyone is interested in volunteering please give Wayne a call at 833-6565.
Jean Meyer, is requesting the following items needed for the gourmet pantry: Pies, muffins, cookies, cakes, bread, candy, jellies, jams, or your favorite baked item. Fresh baked items must be delivered by 9:00 a.m. the day of the event, other items should be delivered on
Thursday or Friday between 9:00 and 12:00 noon.
Baker’s Alert!!! The St. Patrick’s Unique Boutique will again feature a Tea Table where those attending the Boutique can have a cup of coffee or tea, and COOKIES. We need lots of
cookies to keep our serving trays filled and would very much appreciate any and all contributions of homemade goodies – all varieties welcome! Please bring the cookies to the
kitchen either Friday, October 19th or early on the 20th. A big “thank you” to all who can help out.
So, see you at the Boutique. Your support of the Unique Boutique’s “A Holiday Fantasy” benefits:
Vineyard Workers’ Services, Redwood Empire Food Bank, Kenwood School Lunch Program, YWCA Women’s Shelter, Valley of the Moon Children’s Home Foundation, the
Interfaith Shelter Network, and other local and national church outreach programs.
--Robin Goerl
Publicity Chair
QUILTING GROUP
Calling all quilters (or would be quilters). We will meet on Monday, October 8th at 1:30 p.m.
in the Common Room. Please come and bring your projects to work on and share. We will learn from each other and inspire each other. Newcomers and beginners, as well as the pro’s,
are welcome. If you have questions or want more information please call Judy Buff at 539-2667.
ECW LUNCHEON
The next luncheon meeting for ECW (all the women in St. Patrick’s are welcome) will be Tuesday, December 4, 2001. There will be no meeting in November.
Our December speaker will be Mike Milward, an attorney and he was a Chaplain for the Sutter VNA and Home Hospice in Santa Rosa. He will discuss dealing with the terminally ill
and the possibility of an abundant time of living for the patient, the family and friends. Deep and eternal questions about life and death often surface then and the means of living fully to the end.
--Nancy Dill
DAUGHTERS OF THE KING
The Daughters of the King, St. Hilda’s Chapter, welcomed Dolores Baker, President of the Daughters of the King of Northern California, on September 7th. She came especially to admit
Charlotte Horne and Jane Hall to the lay order of the Daughters of the King. She was a blessing to each daughter as she spoke on the vision statement of the Daughters of the King.
The statement she said “Sets forth the goal of women of courage, commitment, accepting all, holding to tradition, empowered by the Holy Spirit to be reflections of God’s love, in prayer and service.”
“Praying is the banishing of sorrow and depression, the blossoming of meekness and angerlessness, the manifestation of joy and thanksgiving, and the obtaining, and multiplying of
countless good things.” Elder Hilarion from “Little Russian Philokalia.
--Sharon Traeger
(537-8661)
COMING SHORTLY
October is a busy month. A lot is happening. Please check your Sunday bulletin for the latest information.
SHAMROCK SUPPER
The next supper takes place on Sunday October 7th at 5:00 p.m. All members of the parish
and their guests are welcome. Please bring a dish to share and your own place setting. Sign up is in the parish hall. The speaker will be Dorothy Pierce, on “People in Art—How they are
depicted.” Dorothy will illustrate her talk with slides.
CONVOCATION
All are welcome at the Deanery Convocation, which will take place at St. John’s, Petaluma on October 13 at 10:00 a.m. This is a preparation for Diocesan Convention that takes place in
November. The Diocesan staff will introduce the budget for next year and the resolutions that will be debated at Convention. In addition, we will find out who is running for diocesan office.
From our own parish, Karen Steelman is a candidate for deputy to the General Convention.
NOEL PORTER SUNDAY
The 10:00 a.m. Eucharist on October 14, is a “contemporary service.” We will sing Camp songs, because this is the Sunday when we recognize our Camp Noel Porter, our diocesan camp at Tahoe.
During the course of the summer, about 20 of our young people attend camp.
TOWN HALL MEETING
Between the services, at 9:00 a.m., on Sunday, October 14, there will be a parish Town Hall meeting in the parish hall. The first draft of the parish budget for next year will be presented.
The vestry seeks your questions and comments about the budget and about our life together at St. Patrick’s.
EVERY MEMBER CANVASS
During the week of October 15, you will receive through the mail a letter from the Stewardship Committee and a pledge card so that you may make a financial commitment to St. Patrick’s for
the coming year. The parish depends upon our financial pledges for nearly 95% of our income. Our gifts make possible the worship, the programs, and the outreach—indeed every thing that
makes up our life together. Would you either return your completed card in the mail, or place it in the offertory plate on either October 28 or November 4? The budget for 2002 will be based
on the total amount pledged. On your card would you also please signify whether you would like offering envelopes?
STEWARDSHIP SUPPER
Please mark your calendar. We will have a stewardship supper on Saturday, November 3. There will be a presentation on Stewardship. The main course will be provided. Will you
please bring hors d’oeuvres or desserts. There will be a sign up sheet nearer the time in the Parish Hall.
MOVIE NIGHT
The first meeting for the Movie Review Group will be held on Sunday, October 28th at 4:00 p.m. in the
Education Building. The Movie Review Group consists of people who appreciate and enjoy good movies, and who believe that a well made film is a form of art that, because of its intimacy
and visual impact, is capable of delivering both messages and enjoyment in a special way – from the sheer delight of a good comedy to the consciousness-raising power of a great drama.
A film is selected for each session with discussion following, and 6:30 p.m. deadline for conclusion. Popcorn is provided. For more information please contact Elayne Roland at 538-3134.
ALL SAINTS CELEBRATION
November 4 is the Sunday following All Saints. It is one of the major festivals of the year. It is one the five days when Baptism is especially appropriate. We will baptize Patrick, son of Beth
and Chris Eldridge. Are there other children or adults to be baptized on the same day?
This is also the Sunday when we remember before God loved ones who have died, whom we believe to be with us in the Communion of all the saints. We invite you to write their names on
the list in the parish hall. After the 10:00 a.m. service we will say prayers in the Memorial Garden for those interred there. (This is also the Sunday when we sing my favorite hymn, “For
all the saints”—Hugh)
TURNING POINTS
Farewell:
Dorace McKibben has moved to Bookdale, Ponce de Leon, 640 Alta Vista, Santa Fe NM 87505. (505) 984-8422.
Barbara Dohaney has moved to 62 Stratton Road, Williamstown MA 01267.
Cecily Meehan has moved to 3629 Briarcliffe Court, Bellingham WA 98226-4390.
Diane and Richard Sexton are at 11102 Glenmoor Drive, West Palm Beach FL 33409.
Shirley and Will Rush are at 1907 Woodside Drive, Medford OR 97501.
Maria Huff has moved to El Cerrito CA.
Bev Greene has moved to Grants Pass OR.
Marjorie MacAdam has moved to Tucson AZ.
Relocation:
Win Warfield is moving to 2771 Chanate Road, Santa Rosa, 95404.
Rest in Peace: Deepest sympathy to:
Dorothy Pierce. Her husband, Alan, died 8/28.
Polly Lenquist. Her daughter, Theresa, died 9/7.
Katherine Lucas. Her husband, Joe, died 9/4.
Marion Carlsen. Her niece, Nancy, died unexpectedly at the end of August.
The family and friends of those who died in the terrorist attacks.
Congratulations:
Linda and Rick Belding are grandparents of Ilana, born to Betsy and Jay.
Jean and Dick Derum are grandparents of Patrick, born to Beth and Chris.
Bill and Joan Mills are grandparents of Emily, born to Mary and Hans. (#12 grandchild!)
Those whom God has joined together:
Susie Thompson and John Rolander were married on September 8.
Thanks:
Our delegates to Diocesan Convention in November are:
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Karen Steelman
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John Leach
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Angela Stevenson
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Nina Pohl
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Sharon Traeger
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Julie Wizorek and Hugh Stevenson will also be attending.
Hutch Gibb organized the parish picnic.
Robert Young and friends played a jazz mass.
Ann McClure is teaching a course on parables.
Dorothy Pierce is talking about artists at a Shamrock Supper.
Micke Allison is laying down the mantle of wedding coordinator and Robin Goerl is taking it up.
Hjordis Wolfe is laying down the mantle of altar guild directress and Bette Leedom is taking it up.
JOHN BOGART LIBRARY
There are two new biographies and a reflections book in the library this month:
From Adrian House we have Francis of Assisi. A Revolutionary Life. St. Francis is certainly represented in our biography section but this book is something new. House presents Francis in
a clear historical context, re-creating the everyday life of the period, the power struggle between popes and emperor. House writes exceptionally well and clearly, his background as
publisher as well as reading medieval history at Oxford, serve him well.
Jonathan Kirsch writes a narrative of King David giving us a hero of flesh and blood, a magnetic, vibrant man. King David. The Real Life of the Man Who Ruled Israel, is a terrific book.
Nina Pohl has given us a copy of Measuring the Days. Daily Reflections with Walter Wangerin, Jr. For those who follow a daily reading practice, each selection in the book is followed by a
suggested daily Bible reading.
For many of us, the tragic events of September 11th have left questions about the religion of
Islam. In the comparative religion section of our library there are three books on this subject. A clear explanation of the faith is in Islam by Williams. This is part of a set at the left of the shelf.
Two deal with Islam in the U.S.: Smith’s Islam in America and Lewis’ Islam in the West.
--Ronnie Leonard
PRAYER AT A TIME OF TERRORISM
Lord Jesus, you have overcome the world, and all power and authority is yours. When evil seems to triumph, give us courage and faith, and help us never to forget that you are with us to
the end of time. To you be glory now and forever. Amen. (From the Lutheran Book of Occasional Services)
THANKS
Jim Foster’s family and his friend Bob Fry would like to thank everyone who attended Jim’s Memorial service and to Rev. Hugh for the comfort he gave us. A special thanks to all the
women who gave the wonderful reception after the service. It was very much appreciated.
--Bob Fry
OUTREACH COMMITTEE
The Committee met August 2nd and distributed funds to:
Bread for the World $ 50.00
Redwood Gospel Mission for: $200.00
Their Back to School Program
Vineyard Workers’ Services for: $1000.00
Casa del Amistead for Food and English classes.
Casa del Amistead is held at La Luz in Boyce Springs and began August 27th. It is held on
Monday and Wednesday evenings during the Crush for the workers. Usually about fifty workers attend for dinner, lectures in Spanish and English conver-sation after dinner on
Monday evenings. If you would like to join us please call Barbara Fry (538-2136).
Previously the committee sent $1,000.00 to the Faith Lutheran Church in Sonoma for their new Migrant Workers Camp. Many Sonoma churches are assisting with this pilot project to house
and feed 16 workers during the Crush. With our assistance the church has bought four large tents and rented port-a-potties and a shower house. Faith Lutheran expects to host a similar
group next year. New members are welcome to join us at our next meeting, Thursday, November 1st.
Your Outreach Committee is also happy to let you know that we will once again be offering the
Heifer Project for that special gift for family and friends. We will have a table in the Parish Hall on December 9th, 16th and 23rd, for your convenience.
--The Outreach Committee
STEWARDSHIP
There are many ways to understand stewardship. As an archaeologist, I was encouraged to be a good steward as part of the professional ethics. The idea of stewardship came about during
the Bicentennial celebrations in 1976. At that time our nation placed much interest in preserving old stuff, especially through archaeological work. A phrase that was coined by federal
preservation agencies at the time was “Archaeologist, Stewards of the Past.” Wow, digging in the dirt was stewardship. I was “called” to take care of and manage the nation’s cultural history
through means of preservation, restoration, and overseeing materials and information. I was encouraged to not only take from the profession (and the earth) but also to give back to the
profession (and I guess to the earth).
Becoming a steward of broken pottery and house remnants and human remains in time became a sacred trust that I took seriously. All the junk and treasures that I uncovered or were given to
my trust were looked upon as non-renewable resources.
This is one way of understanding stewardship – as part of our work. Stewardship in the Christian life is much more. Christian stewardship is part of who we are as individuals and
community. Christian stewardship is an important part of who we are. We are all stewards of God’s creation in that we all temporarily oversee what has been created or made. Christian
stewardship always understands the management, preservation and use through our relationship with God and God to creation. What an open and inviting way to perceive stewardship! This
invitation calls us to respond not just to enjoy and use.
So what has been given to us at St. Patrick’s for our trust? What are we asked to preserve and what are we to manage? There are the obvious such as the church building, children, programs,
the environ-ment, and, of course, our neighbors and each other. In many ways we are good stewards of our facilities. We provide a creative and nurturing environment for our youth. We
strive to know more about God and God’s creation by inviting outside speakers to share their journey. And there are a variety of educational programs. The people of St. Patrick also work
towards restoring people to community by serving and financially supporting shelters, mentoring programs, migrant workers, food projects, and much more. Can you think of other ways we
might improve or enhance our work as stewards?
The key to good stewardship as a community is to understand how we all take part in managing, preserving and using St. Patrick’s facilities, resources, and community gifts. As good
stewards we are invited to live out our interdependence and mutual concern for God’s creation. We do this best when we share our financial wealth, give of our time and talents. As
we vision for the next year, take time to reflect on your Christian stewardship. What have we been entrusted with? How will we respond? Stewardship time invites us to remember who we
are as part of God and God’s creation.
--Julie Wizorek
Note from the editor:
I received this as an e-mail transmission from a friend and thought it appropriate at this time. I hope you do too.
This was written by Cheryl Sawyer, a professor at The University of Houston-Clear Lake, in the counseling department.
ONE
As the soot and dirt and ash rained down,
We became one color.
As we carried each other down the stairs of the burning building
We became one class.
As we lit candles of waiting and hope
We became one generation.
As the firefighters and police officers fought their way into the inferno
We became one gender.
As we fell to our knees in prayer for strength,
We became one faith.
As we whispered or shouted words of encouragement,
We spoke one language.
As we gave our blood in lines a mile long,
We became one body.
As we mourned together the great loss
We became one family.
As we cried tears of grief and loss
We became one soul.
As we retell with pride of the sacrifice of heroes
We become one people.
We are
One color
One class
One generation
One gender
One faith
One language
One body
One family
One soul
One people
We are The Power of One.
We are United.
We are America.
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