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Fall Kick-Off BBQ The Rev. Merry Chan Ong Will be the
Sunday, September 12th, after the 10 a.m. service New Rector of The Episcopal Church
Join us for a BBQ after the 10 a.m. service to welcome of Our Saviour, Oakland
everyone back from the summer, mark the beginning of Service on Saturday, September 25th, 11 a.m.
the fall ministry program, and help us get in gear for the You are invited to a Service of Institution and
final stage of the St. James transition to the arrival and Thanksgiving for The Reverend Merry Chan Ong as the
ministry of the new rector. All are welcome! Rector of the Episcopal Church of Our Saviour (1011
Harrison Street, Oakland, CA). Holy Eucharist begins
Farewell to Sidrah Gibbs, our Youth at 11 a.m. Luncheon after the Service. To RSVP contact
Minister: September 12th. Many of our St. James (510) 834-6447 or rsvp@OurSaviourOakland.org
children have been kept involved in church activities
through the diligent and caring ministry of Sidrah Gibbs. Pastoral Care
Unfortunately, people have to move on with their lives Please let the St. James office know if you, or a family
and Sidrah’s journey forces her to devote her time and member, has a hospitalization or surgery. We would love
talents to other endeavors so her time as a Youth Ministry to visit, bring a meal and communion, as desired.
at St. James will come to an end with the beginning of
this school year. If you are a family or young person who HELPING HANDS NEEDED AT MARTIN DE
has been touched by Sidrah’s ministry come to St. James PORRES: Each second Sunday of the month a team
on September 12th to say goodbye and thank you; If you from St. James helps prepare a nutritious meal for several
weren’t directly touched by Sidrah’s ministry come to St. hundred people at St. Martin de Porres. In the midst
James on September 12th to get a little taste of what you of this difficult economy, we are seeing more and more
missed and say goodbye and thank you. guests each month. We could really use some extra
helpers. To volunteer, or if you have any questions, call
Recognition of the Rector Search Ted Ira at (415) 831-8678.
Committee: Sunday, September 19th
Join us during the 10 a.m service and afterwards at coffee ElderWISE
hour to thank the Rector Search Committee for all their The ElderWISE program of Episcopal Senior
hard work, integrity, and love for St. James. Communities provides volunteer visitors to elders living
at home, who can no longer access community services. A
Trick or Treat for UNICEF compassionate presence in the life of one who is isolated
Please support our St. James children in caring for other and alone can make a difference. Our volunteers receive
children around the world. We will be Trick or Treating extensive training in interpersonal and listening skills
for UNICEF on Sunday, October 31st during the 10 and ongoing support. If you know of an elder who would
a.m. service coffee hour. Please bring your coins and bills benefit from this service, or to volunteer, please contact
to give: for immunizations, clean water, and life saving ESC at (415) 668-1823.
nutrition. Blessings to all children!
This Week’s Calendar of Events
Coming Up Please see our Yahoo! Calendar on the St. James Website
for more detailed information
Sept 8: CLC Board Meeting Sunday, September 5 - Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost
Sept 9: Lectio Divina 8:00 a.m. - Holy Eucharist followed by breakfast
Sept 12: Fall Kick-Off BBQ 9:00 a.m. - Choir Practice
Sept 19: Recognition of the Search Committee 10:00 a.m. -Holy Eucharist with Choir and Coffee Hour
Vestry Meeting 10:00 a.m. - Children’s Program - Parish Hall
Sept 20: Chamber Players Concert 10:00 a.m. - Youth Group - Youth Room
Sept 23: Lectio Divina Noon - 9:00 p.m. - Suzuki Violin Lessons
Sept 25: NOMA Area Ministry Meeting 4:00 p.m. - Au & Campbell Wedding
Institution of The Rev. Merry Chan Ong as the 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. - OA Group - Caldwell Room
Rector of Episcopal Church of Our Saviour,
Oakland (1011 Harrison St, Oakland) Monday, September 6
Suzuki Student Violin Recitals 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. - Always Active Exercise for Seniors
Sept 27: Drawbridge Volunteer Training 2:00 - 7:30 p.m. - Suzuki Violin Lessons
2:45 - 6:00 p.m. - ASPIRE After School Program
Oct 2: SJ Preschool Clothes Go Round Sale
Amy Norman - Piano Student Concerts Tuesday, September 7
Oct 3: St. Francis Day and the Blessing of Animals 2:00 - 7:30 p.m. - Suzuki Violin Lessons
Guest Preacher - Carson Perez 2:45 - 6:00 p.m. - ASPIRE After School Program
Oct 7: Lectio Divina 5:30 - 7:15 p.m. - DA Meeting - Caldwell Room
Oct 11: Chamber Players Concert 7:15 p.m. - Choir Practice
Oct 13: St. James Preschool Open House 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. - OA Meeting - Parish Hall
Oct 16: Thank You Picnic for Rev. Won-Jae Hur
161st Diocesan Convention Wednesday, September 8
Oct 21: Lectio Divina 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. - Always Active Exercise for Seniors
Oct 23: ElderWISE Volunteer Training 2:45 - 6:00 p.m. - ASPIRE After School Program
Oct 24: Vestry Meeting 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. - Suzuki Violin Lessons
Oct 25: “A Scary Event” Halloween Concert 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. - CLC Board Meeting
Oct 31: Trick or Treat for UNICEF 7:30 - 9:00 p.m. - Buddhist Meditation - CR