Feast of all Saints Sunday, November 1
Please come join us on this special day as we honor and celebrate the lives of those saints of old whose example has inspired us down through the ages right into our own day. We will also remember and celebrate our own saints, our dear loved ones who have gone ahead of us into the nearer presence of God. We will have a remembrance table in the Narthex, beginning October 11, where you are invited and encouraged to bring pictures of your loved ones, or written tributes, artwork, or mementoes that express what their lives meant to you. We will also read the names of those dear saints during the prayers of the people, so if there is someone you would like us to remember, please let Mother Rebecca or the office know.
Seasoned Souls of St Ambrose
Our Seniors’ group meets the first Monday of every month in the Parish Hall from 11:30 am-1:00 pm for a program, meal, and fellowship. Please bring a bag lunch; beverages will be provided. If you are over 55 and enjoy connecting with other seniors, you are most welcome to join us!
Drum Circle
The St. Ambrose Drum Circle, convened by the Rev. Jay Watan, meets in the Parish Hall the 3rd Monday of each month at 11:30 a.m. Please bring a bag lunch, drums are provided. All are welcome!
Lectors and Intercessors needed
Proclaiming the Word and leading the prayers of the faithful are important ministries in the life of our community. We give thanks for those who are currently serving, and we are in need of more volunteers If you would like to read or lead the intercessions, please let Mother Rebecca know. Training will be provided.
Diocesan Convention October 23-24
The 177th Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of California will be held from 10/23-10/24. The Saturday in-person session is open to everyone, visitors and delegates alike. If you would like to experience the excitement of fellowship with folks from all over our diverse diocese, and learn about the governance, mission, and ministry of the wider church in the Bay Area, you are warmly welcomed to attend. The Saturday session runs from 8:30-5 and lunch is provided. If you would like to come, please let Mother Rebecca know so we can get you signed up.
Stewardship
Stewardship is a year-round spiritual practice, and this is the time of the year for us to be especially mindful of the gifts God has given us, and how we might offer our time, talent and treasure to share the transforming love of God in our community and in the world. More information will be coming out the first week of October.
Lectors and Intercessors needed
Proclaiming the Word and leading the prayers of the faithful are important ministries in the life of our community. We give thanks for those who are currently serving, and we are in need of more volunteers If you would like to read or lead the intercessions, please let Mother Rebecca know. Training will be provided.
Notation of Pledge Contributions
If you are writing a check for your pledge contributions, please indicate “Pledge” in the memo portion of your check. This helps the office accurately account for what is received. Thank you!
Meditation Group
On Monday nights, at 6:30 p.m. ,St. Ambrose hosts a weekly in-person silent meditation group. The format follows that of the East-West Meditation Program that was offered at Mercy Center, Burlingame, for many years. The format follows the Zen tradition, with a brief introduction and then a 25-minute silent meditation, 5-minute walking meditation (you are not obligated to physically move) and another 25-minute silent meditation. This will be held in the chapel, and bring your own cushion if you wish to sit on the floor. You can also sit in a chair or pew if it is better to you. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact David McIntyre, ntkod@icloud.com
Questionable Text/Emails
There is a text and scam email that is circulating, signed Rev. Rebecca Goldberg, which requests a copy of the Church directory. Please delete it. None of the St. Ambrose or Sea Breeze staff will send you an email asking you to divulge personal information, or contribute funds to a questionable cause. Please let Mother Rebecca know if you have any questions.
Mother Rebecca’s office hours
Mother Rebecca will be in her office on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday 9:30-4:30. She can be reached during office hours at 650-574-1369. If you have a pastoral emergency, please call 650 291-5289 revrebecca@stambrosefostercity.org
Coffee Hour
Join us for Coffee Hour after mass at 11:00 am in the parish hall. Coffee hour will be hosted by the Vestry on the first Sunday of the month. Please volunteer for the other weeks by using the link below or by the signup sheet in the Narthex by the Reflections & Gratitude Board: Sign UpGeniushttps://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0D4FA5A82CA0F94-coffee1
Sunday School 10 AM
Sunday school is at 10:00am every week. Please contact Raphael Gerber raphaele.gerber@gmail.com
Worship Leaders Needed
Please sign up as a Lector for our 10:00* am Mass by emailing office@stambrosefostercity.org or the Church signup sheet. We also need Worship Leader volunteers for our 10:00 am Mass. There are openings for Intercessors, Lectors, Greeters, Ushers and Acolytes, and Livestream Technicians. Contact us at office@stambrosefostercity.org or use the following link to signup: Signup Genius or Click on the following link https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0D4FA5A82CA0F94-worship
Prayer Support Group
Every 1st and 3rd Sunday after the service at 11:30am, we will be meeting in the sanctuary to have a prayer meeting. Please join us any time as you are able. For questions, please contact Daniel Tate at 650-799-7084, or dtate@ses.cdsp.edu
Contemplative Meditation
Every Wednesday 10am-11am we meet for Contemplative Meditation on Zoom. We read a variety of authors. We have read Jimmy Carter’s book ‘Faith’; a couple of prayers from Jean-Pierre Isbouts ‘Ten Prayers That Have Changed The World’. We are currently reading “The Road to Wisdom: on Truth ,Science, Faith and Trust”, by Dr. Francis Collins.
If interested, please contact Hamilton Fong. hfongster@gmail.com
Please send an email to Hamilton Fong (hfongster@gmail.com) or to Nilda Chong (nchongmd@gmail.com) if you wish to be included in the Zoom invitation.
Bible Study
Every Tuesday at 1:00pm, we meet for Bible Study on Zoom and discuss the Scriptures for the upcoming Sunday Service. Join us! For questions, please contact Warren Wong at wwong@nd.edu
Weekly Calendar
We have heard from some of our clergy that parishioners are having a hard time logging onto Zoom calls. Below please find clear, hopefully easy instructions on how to join a zoom call. Feel free to share with your parishioners. For more thorough instructions, click here.How to join Zoom by computer
- Make sure all other programs on your computer that uses your camera are closed first (ex: Facetime, Skype, etc.)
- Have a headset available if possible to minimize feedback – your cellphone earbuds will work well.
- Click the Zoom link that’s been sent to you in an email, and Zoom should automatically and quickly download to your computer.
- In Downloads on your computer, click Zoom_launcher.exe.
- Once Zoom has launched, a screen should pop up asking for your name. This will identify you during the meeting.
- You should now be part of the meeting. Click the green button that says “Join Audio By Computer”.
Join by tablet or smartphone
- If you choose to use your tablet or smartphone, be sure to download the Zoom app ahead of time.
- Once you have downloaded the Zoom app, follow the “Join by computer” instructions above.
Join by telephone
- First, dial the phone number provided in the Zoom email.
When prompted, dial the meeting ID number that is also provided.
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COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
HIP Housing is a Non-Profit Organization in San Mateo County:
The purpose of this non-profit is to connect people with extra living space in their homes with people who are looking for a room to rent. A flier about HIP Housing is posted in the Parish Hall on the Community News Bulletin Board. To contact HIP Housing call 650-348-6660. To schedule an appointment to discuss home sharing opportunities or other available affordable housing visit www.HIPhousing.org. On this website you will also find information about Rooms For Rent Providers and Rooms for Rent Seekers.