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In-person worship all three branches with livestream 11:00 a.m.
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FRIDAY HARBOR
Friday Harbor Branch Notes
May 22, 2022 Sunday worship is at St. David's Episcopal Church, the corner of Park and Marguerite, at 11:00 a.m. Livestream of service available at this time. Covid Uptick Caution - The latest version of Covid is going strong on our island. If you are concerned for yourself and others attend by Zoom. Although not required please wear masks when you attend worship this week out of respect for our mutual health. Special thanks to Pastor Dennis Conrad for leading worship while Pr. Beth is away traveling. Pr. Dennis is available for pastoral emergencies if any should arise during this time. This Week's Events Wednesday, 10:00 a.m., Bible Study via Zoom, Sharron K. convener Wednesday, 11:45 a.m. Lutheran and Episcopal Men's Lunch @ the Golf Club Thursday, 9:30 a.m., The Walking Group, Fish Creek Trail at Cattle Point Announcements Understanding Anti-Muslim Bigotry Monday, May 23rd 6:00 PM via Zoom only. Jesus took a stand when people were treated as enemies. How can we follow in the way of Jesus by becoming more aware of the things that make us fearful of one another? Rev. Terry Kyllo, presenter, is working with the SJC Coalition for Diversity, a county-wide group of students, educators, leaders, and community members who are passionate about and committed to creating a climate of acceptance and respect for all the diverse people on San Juan Island. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85326768535?pwd=TzJhMkZIU1o2MXBoemNhanIwU0lPZz09 Help Support the Family Resource Center Children’s Scholarship Program The Family Resource Center is requesting financial help with their Scholarship Program for kids during the summer. This would help the FRC enable kids 11-16 to attend some kind of activities such as programs put on by the Island Rec—swimming lessons etc. This age group is too young to work and too old for some programs. If you would like to donate—THROUGH THE MONTH OF MAY—there will be an extra Collection Plate in the back of the church on Sundays. Cash or check made out to Family Resource Center. Please put at the bottom of your checks—Lutheran Church. They will send a tax receipt to you for the checks. If you cannot get to church—send a check made out to FRC to me—Janet Wright 318 Halvorsen Rd Friday Harbor, Wa 98250. The FRC greatly appreciates any help they can get. A Note of Thanks – from the Family Resource Center: “Thank you so much, for all you do to help the FRC community at large!” Jennifer Armstrong Ushers Needed - We need ushers for May 22 and 29. No experience required. On the job training. Meet new people and greet those you know. See Janet Wright to sign up. Good News about the One Parish, One Prisoner Program--Scroll down to read about the congregational team that has been organized. Adding an event/announcement: Please forward your written listing to Steve Simpson by Thursday. Be sure to include all relevant information (who, what, when, where, why, how). Unless otherwise specified, announcements will be listed for one week and events will be listed weekly until the event date. Prayers Please send any prayer concerns to Pr. Beth at ebeth@rmi.net for inclusion in the Prayers of the People. You may also simply hit "reply" to Steve Simpson's weekly email and your prayer concerns will be forwarded to the pastor. Our Congregation’s Mission To provide a welcoming worship experience and a supportive community that cares for creation and shares God's love, justice and compassion in the world. See additional resources by scrolling down |
LOPEZ ISLAND
Lopez Island Branch Notes
May 22, 2022 A warm welcome to Pastor Marc Hander who is supplying while Pr. Beth is crossing the Atlantic Ocean. She will return on June 2nd. Thanks to Anne Hall for covering in the event of pastoral emergencies during Pr. Beth’s time away. Please contact her if you have such a need. Sunday worship – In person worship is at Center Church, 9am. With the increased infection rate of the COVID virus in our community, we encourage those attending in person to wear a mask. We will continue to use safe practices for communion distribution. If you are concerned about attending worship in person we encourage you to participate in the service that is still offered via ZOOM from Friday Harbor each Sunday at 11 AM. Connection information will be emailed separately, along with the bulletin. Announcements Birthdays 5/24 Anne Hall 5/24 Jim Collado Lutheran Scholarship Fund – Lopez High School seniors are preparing for graduation in June so now’s the time to contribute to our annual Lutheran Scholarship award. The amount we can give depends on you. Please make out checks to LCSJ with “Lutheran Scholarship” in the memo line and then drop it in the offering plate or mail it to LCSJ-Lopez Branch, ATTN: Financial Secretary, P. O. Box 933, Lopez Island, WA 98261. Thank you! Gathering of the Eagles – On Sunday, May 22, Odlin Park will be the site of a Lummi led canoe encampment and celebration. The attached Lopez Rocks article provides more information. Several Lopez Lutherans are helping to welcome the tribal paddlers and their families by staffing an information booth at Odlin. If you’d like to help with a shift on Sunday, or Monday morning, or just want more information, contact Susan and David Corbin at corbin@rockisland.com or 468-3068. See more information by scrolling down. Good News about the One Parish, One Prisoner Program--Scroll down to read about the congregational team that has been organized. Email changes: Please contact Mireille Kramer or Rich Gartland to make changes to the email distribution list for these weekly Branch Notes. Adding an event/announcement: Please forward your written listing to Rich Gartland by Thursday. Be sure to include all relevant information (who, what, when, where, why, how). Unless otherwise specified, announcements will be listed for one week and events will be listed weekly until the event date. Coming Events Branch Leadership – The next Branch Leadership meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, June 15th at 1pm on Zoom, hosted by Nancy Searls. Council meeting – The next Council meeting is scheduled for Thursday, June 16th at 1pm on Zoom, hosted by Nancy Searls. See additional resources by scrolling down |
