ANNOUNCEMENTS
FOR
THE SEVENTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
Sunday, May 28, 2017
Welcome also to our visitors. We invite you to join us for coffee and fellowship in the foyer following the 8am service and in the Parish Hall following the 10am service.
8:00 am: Holy Eucharist, Chapel: Rev. David Ota, Celebrant and Preacher
8:30 to 10 am: Youth Confirmation Class, Room 5
10:00 am: Choral Holy Eucharist, Chapel: Rev. David Ota, Celebrant and Preacher
11:15 am: Children’s Choir Practice
Name Tags: Everyone feels welcome when they can greet you by name. If you need one, please leave a message for the office.
Prayer Requests: Please write your prayer requests in the Red Intercessions and Thanksgivings Binder in the Foyer. If you have an on-going prayer request, please write it on the “On-Going” Intercession page in the book, or leave the intercession in Margie’s mail box. Thank you.
Prayer Chapel: Our small side prayer chapel is for everyone’s use, but we ask that adults accompany children. Please light only one candle at a time, do not blow out other people’s candles, and kneel–don’t stand–on the kneeler (Prie Dieu). This will keep the chapel a sacred place for all.
8:30 to 10 am: Youth Confirmation Class, Room 5
10:00 am: Choral Holy Eucharist, Chapel: Rev. David Ota, Celebrant and Preacher
11:15 am: Children’s Choir Practice
Name Tags: Everyone feels welcome when they can greet you by name. If you need one, please leave a message for the office.
Prayer Requests: Please write your prayer requests in the Red Intercessions and Thanksgivings Binder in the Foyer. If you have an on-going prayer request, please write it on the “On-Going” Intercession page in the book, or leave the intercession in Margie’s mail box. Thank you.
Prayer Chapel: Our small side prayer chapel is for everyone’s use, but we ask that adults accompany children. Please light only one candle at a time, do not blow out other people’s candles, and kneel–don’t stand–on the kneeler (Prie Dieu). This will keep the chapel a sacred place for all.
THIS WEEK
Memorial Day Holiday: Monday, May 29, Office Closed
Wednesday Bible Study: May 31, 7:30 pm, Foyer
Future Rector Housing Meeting: Thursday, June 1, 6:30 pm, Parish Hall
Choir Practice: June 1, 7:30 pm, Chapel
General Confirmation: Saturday, June 3, 10 am, Grace Cathedral, S.F.
Wednesday Bible Study: May 31, 7:30 pm, Foyer
Future Rector Housing Meeting: Thursday, June 1, 6:30 pm, Parish Hall
Choir Practice: June 1, 7:30 pm, Chapel
General Confirmation: Saturday, June 3, 10 am, Grace Cathedral, S.F.
ST. AMBROSE ANNOUNCEMENTS
The Children’s Choir
The Children’s Choir practices each Sunday immediately following the 10 am Holy Eucharist.
The Wednesday Evening Bible Study group will be meeting on May 31 from 7:30 pm in the foyer. They are reading the Book of Daniel and are at Daniel 5. This study group is led by the Rector. Anyone interested in participating is invited to join.
Confirmation at Grace Cathedral
Plan to attend the General Confirmation service on Saturday, June 3rd from 10 am at Grace Cathedral. Nine youth and one adult from St. Ambrose will be presented for Confirmation that day.
The Day of Pentecost
This year the Day of Pentecost is June 4th. It is the one day of the year when the liturgical color is red, and we celebrate the gift of the Holy Spirit. It is also one of the four traditional days for Holy Baptism. If you are interested in baptism, please speak with the Rector.
The Monday Bible Study group will be meeting on June 5 at 12:45 pm. They are reading the Book of Genesis. They are at Genesis 20:1. This study is led by the Rector. Anyone interested in participating is invited to join.
Rector at CREDO
The Rector will be attending a CREDO Conference from June 6 to 12 in Morgantown, Indiana as part of his continuing education.
Filipino Food Fest
Some of our Filipino members are planning a Filipino Food Fest on Sunday, June 11th for the coffee hour following the 10 am service. Plan to enjoy the food and fellowship that day.
Children’s Choir Make Your Own Sundae Treat
The Children’s Choir will have a “Make your own Sundae Treat” on Sunday, June 11th in the playground area following the 10 a.m. service.
The Tuesday Bible Study Group will be meeting on June 13 at 7 pm. Location to be determined. The Group meets every 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month. If interested in participating, please contact Warren Wong at wwong@nd.edu or call 650 372-0728. Anyone interested in participating is invited to join.
Evening Vacation Bible School - June 19-23, 2017
On the week of June 19-23, 2017, St. Ambrose will be offering a summer VBS camp in the evenings from 5 PM – 8 PM. We offer this time for families with children between the ages of 4-10 to have a “Parents Night Out” for the whole week rather than just one day. At the VBS camp our children will learn life lessons from scripture. They will also be served dinner, get a t-shirt, and share in fun games, songs and crafts.
- When: June 19-23, 2017, 5-8 PM.
- Who: Children ages 4-10
- Cost: $95, includes crafts, t-shirt and dinner. Financial aid available.
- How: Sign-up sheet is in the parish hall. Registration forms available in the parish office.
CONTACT: For more information or questions please contact the Rev. Jay Watan at 415-309-8968 or email at RevJWatan415@gmail.com.
Acolyte Party
All acolytes are invited to the Annual Acolyte Party at the home of David McIntyre, Cathy Rincon and Lydia, 141 Shooting Star Isle, Foster City on Sunday, June 25th from 12 Noon.
San Francisco Giants baseball outings
St. Ambrose is scheduled to attend two more Giants games this year. Join with fellow members and friends and enjoy an evening together. We have 25 tickets for sale for each game. As in the past the cost of the tickets for children and youth will be discounted $10. For more information, please speak with the Rector.
- Friday, July 7, 7:15 pm, Giants and Miami Marlins, View Reserve 318, 12-14, $29
- Friday, September 1, 7:15 pm, Giants and St. Louis Cardinals, View Reserve 319, rows 12-14, $30
Summer Mission Trip with Sierra Service Project to Spokane, Washington – July 15 to 23, 2017
Mission Trip Update Meeting on June 4 11:45 am, Parish Hall
This year our youth mission trip team will go to the Spokane Indian Reservation in Washington State to seek and serve Christ in others and grow our connections in the global community. It will be from July 15 to 23, 2017.
The Spokane Indian Reservation in Wellpinite, Washington, is located just outside the city of Spokane and is home to 2,700 tribal members. Here we will join with Sierra Service Project and other faith communities to repair homes and meet the people of the Spokane Tribe of Indians. For 40 years Sierra Service Project has facilitated meaningful service opportunities for young people to live faith in action, gain a greater awareness of God and our world and build connections between people from different cultures and locations. This will be our 6th mission trip with SSP.
Registration for this service project week is $450 and open to youth in Middle School & High School. Cost will cover transportation, building supplies, t-shirt, meals, relationship building and lots of fun! Scholarships are available upon request.
CONTACT: For more information please contact the Rev. Jay Watan at 415-309-8968 or via email at RevJWatan415@gmail.com.
Bishop’s Ranch Weekend
Join members of St. Ambrose for a weekend at the Bishop’s Ranch in Healdsburg, CA on the weekend of October 6-8, 2017. We will be staying at Harrison House. A sign-up sheet is posted in the Parish Hall. For more information speak with the Rector or Jim Neubert.
Forward Day by Day Books for May, June and July are available for pickup in the foyer.
Volunteers to give Eugene Hetzer a ride on Sundays
Long-time member Eugene Hetzer can use some transportation help on Sundays to worship at 10 am. The bus service is not very good on Sundays. Jim Neubert, who recently moved to Redwood City, had been giving him a ride, but can’t do so on a regular basis. If you are willing to give Eugene a ride occasionally please sign up on a Volunteers to Eugene Hetzer a ride, or contact our Administrative Assistant, Margie Lee at stambrose@mindspring.com or call her between 9 am and 1 pm at 650 574-1369. Also, a sign-up sheet for volunteers able to give Eugene a ride is posted on the bulletin board in the Parish Hall.
Altar Guild Flower Fund: The St. Ambrose Altar Guild prepares the altar and sanctuary for each service. As part of these responsibilities, the guild provides the beautiful flower arrangements for the sanctuary. The cost of the Altar flowers is $65 per week, but any amount is welcome. These flowers are funded by individual donations. You may contribute toward flowers in celebration of birthdays, anniversaries, and other special days or in the memory of loved ones. To make a donation please complete the blue form in the flower pot in the Foyer. Checks can be made to the St. Ambrose Episcopal Church. Please put “Altar Flowers” in the note. Cash can be put in the white envelopes. Donations in any amount will be appreciated. Thank you. If you have any questions, please talk to Charlene Adolph.
Sign up for E-script: Good news: SaveMart, Lucky, and Food Maxx have recently partnered with E-script. If you haven’t already signed up for E-script, please sign up under Group name: St Ambrose and Group ID #139618933. All your support helps.
Mark Your Calendars:
- Children’s Choir Practice: Sundays, 11:15 am, Chapel
- Memorial Day Holiday: Office is closed
- Rapid Response Information and Legal Training: Tuesday, May 30, 6:30 to 8:00 pm, Mercy Center, Burlingame
- Wednesday Bible Study: May 31, 7:30 pm, Foyer
- Future Rector Housing Meeting: Thursday, June 1, 6:30 pm, Parish Hall
- Choir Practice: June 1, 7:30 pm, Chapel
- General Confirmation: Saturday, June 3, 10 am, Grace Cathedral, S.F.
- Musical Show tunes Cabaret, Chicago and New York, New York, June 3rd 8:00 pm and June 4th 4:00 pm, Congregational Church Tilton Ave, San Mateo
- Day of Pentecost: Sunday, June 4
- Mission Trip Update Meeting: June 4, 11:45 am, Parish Hall
- Monday Bible Study Group: June 5, 12:45 pm, Foyer
- Rector at CREDO Conference: Tuesday, June 6 – Monday, June 12, Morgantown, Indiana
- Filipino Food Fest: Sunday, June 11 following the 10 am Holy Eucharist, Parish Hall
- Children’s Choir Make Your Own Sundae Treat: Sunday, June 11 following the 10 am Holy Eucharist, Playground
- Evening Vacation Bible School – June 19-23, 5:00-8:00 pm Parish Hall
- Giants and Miami Marlins game: Friday, July 7, 7:15 pm, AT&T Park
- Summer Mission Trip with Sierra Service Project: July 15 to 23 Spokane, Washington
- Giants and St. Louis game: Friday, September 1, 7:15 pm, AT&T Park
- Bishop’s Ranch Weekend: Friday, October 6 to Sunday, October 8, Bishop’s Ranch, Healdsburg
LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR
Second Harvest Food Barrel: Thanks to all who donate. We have a new barrel to fill! Please bring cans of food when you come to worship and place it in the Second Harvest Food Barrel in the foyer. Monetary contributions to Second Harvest may be made to St. Ambrose, designated “Second Harvest,” or directly to The Second Harvest Food Bank of Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties, Attention: Donation Dept., P.O. Box 213, San Mateo, CA 94401-0213.
DIOCESAN ANNOUNCEMENTS
2017 summer camp registration open for St. Dorothy’s Rest
St. Dorothy’s Rest is excited to be accepting camper registrations and staff applications for the 2017 summer camp season!
Where: St. Dorothy’s Rest, 160 St Dorothy Avenue, Camp Meeker
Registration: Click here
Staff Application: Click here
Donate: Click here
St. Dorothy’s Rest is excited to be accepting camper registrations and staff applications for the 2017 summer camp season!
Where: St. Dorothy’s Rest, 160 St Dorothy Avenue, Camp Meeker
Registration: Click here
Staff Application: Click here
Donate: Click here
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COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
Rapid Response Information and Legal Training
Tuesday, May 30th, 2017, from 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Mercy Center - 2300 Adeline Drive, Burlingame, CA 94010
Join a team of legal observers, moral witnesses and supporters of families affected by immigration enforcement.
Please RSVP to rapidresponse@faithinactionba.org or our Facebook event (FB: Faith
In Action Bay Area)
Musical Review Showtunes – Cabaret, Chicago and New York, New York
"Masterworks Chorale is putting on a light-hearted musical review of show tunes from Cabaret, Chicago, and New York New York. It will be at Congregational Church, 225 Tilton Ave, San Mateo, Saturday, June 3rd at 8 pm and Sunday, June 4th at 4 pm. For further details see George Gardiner (650-341-5397, gjgardiner@comcast.net).
Getting to Know Our Neighbors A New Series Presented by Crystal Springs United Methodist Church June 11th at 7:00 PM Please join them for Getting to Know American Muslims and Their Faith
This presentation will include:
• A description of the major beliefs and practices of Islam, including major Muslim holidays • Information on the faith’s principal theological teachings, including its relation to Judaism and Christianity
• Common misconceptions about Islam and Muslims
• Basic terminology and the demographics of Muslims in the United States and the world
Featured Speaker: Maha Elgenaidi, M.A., Religious Studies, Stanford University, author, and founder of the Islamic Network Group (ING) ING operates four programs that promote intercultural understanding and mutual respect. For more information, please visit www.ing.org
Event Location:
Crystal Springs United Methodist Church
2145 Bunker Hill Drive,
San Mateo, CA 650-345-2381
When: Sunday, June 11
Time: 7:00 pm
HIP Housing is a Non-Profit Organization in San Mateo County: People can find the Rooms for Rent Provider and Rooms for Rent Seeker on the website. The May fliers are posted in the Parish Hall on the Community News Bulletin Board. Contact HIP Housing at 650-348-6660. To schedule an appointment to discuss home sharing opportunities or other available affordable housing visit www.HIPhousing.org
Tuesday, May 30th, 2017, from 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Mercy Center - 2300 Adeline Drive, Burlingame, CA 94010
Join a team of legal observers, moral witnesses and supporters of families affected by immigration enforcement.
Please RSVP to rapidresponse@faithinactionba.org or our Facebook event (FB: Faith
In Action Bay Area)
Musical Review Showtunes – Cabaret, Chicago and New York, New York
"Masterworks Chorale is putting on a light-hearted musical review of show tunes from Cabaret, Chicago, and New York New York. It will be at Congregational Church, 225 Tilton Ave, San Mateo, Saturday, June 3rd at 8 pm and Sunday, June 4th at 4 pm. For further details see George Gardiner (650-341-5397, gjgardiner@comcast.net).
Getting to Know Our Neighbors A New Series Presented by Crystal Springs United Methodist Church June 11th at 7:00 PM Please join them for Getting to Know American Muslims and Their Faith
This presentation will include:
• A description of the major beliefs and practices of Islam, including major Muslim holidays • Information on the faith’s principal theological teachings, including its relation to Judaism and Christianity
• Common misconceptions about Islam and Muslims
• Basic terminology and the demographics of Muslims in the United States and the world
Featured Speaker: Maha Elgenaidi, M.A., Religious Studies, Stanford University, author, and founder of the Islamic Network Group (ING) ING operates four programs that promote intercultural understanding and mutual respect. For more information, please visit www.ing.org
Event Location:
Crystal Springs United Methodist Church
2145 Bunker Hill Drive,
San Mateo, CA 650-345-2381
When: Sunday, June 11
Time: 7:00 pm
HIP Housing is a Non-Profit Organization in San Mateo County: People can find the Rooms for Rent Provider and Rooms for Rent Seeker on the website. The May fliers are posted in the Parish Hall on the Community News Bulletin Board. Contact HIP Housing at 650-348-6660. To schedule an appointment to discuss home sharing opportunities or other available affordable housing visit www.HIPhousing.org
