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We welcome Fr. Frank Wilson, our supply priest, who comes to us from Alamogordo. Fr. Wilson will be with us for the next few months as we search for an interim priest, and finally, a new rector for St. Francis. Please welcome Fr. Wilson and his wife warmly.

Vestry Meeting

The vestry will be meeting Wednesday, January 20, at 6 pm. As always, everyone is welcome to attend. The Office will be closed Monday, January 18, in honor of Martin Luther King Day. We will be back in the office at 9 am Tuesday, January 19. The Youth will be meeting in the YZ room from 9:45 until the passing of the peace for Bible Study. They will meet again for Youth Group after the 10 am service. If you have any questions please talk to Robert or Heather Gabaldon, 896-2981.

From the Vestry

As part of the process of choosing a new priest for St. Francis, we need to do a parish survey to find out what our congregation’s needs and interests are. We will be contacting the congregation shortly. Completion of the survey may involve either group meetings or a form to be completed on a “Survey Sunday,” when we ask members to remain after services for a short while to complete a form. Please feel free to contact members of the Vestry with your questions and suggestions:

• Paul Isaacson, Senior Warden
• Tris Carty
• Rusty Elliott
• Jim Lyke
• Freda McKeown
• Bill Oehlschlager

  Your Pledge

  You should have received a letter and a pledge card to fill out and return today. Please prayerfully consider the blessings you have enjoyed this past year and make your commitment to God’s work through the church for the coming year. Prompt return of pledge cards will greatly assist the Vestry in preparing the annual budget. Pledge cards are available in the narthex if you have forgotten yours today.

  Children's Ministry

  

  Sunday School begins at 9:45 a.m.

  Today

  John 2:1-11 Jesus changes water into wine at a wedding in Cana.

  January 24

  Luke 4:14-21 Jesus proclaims that God’s promise of deliverance is come to God’s people.

  Do you have a gift of Hospitality? We need a coordinator for Sunday morning coffee. This is a great time of fellowship for our parish. If this is a ministry you might be interested in, please see or call Deacon Ruth at 896-1999.

  Forward Day by Day The Forward Day by Day books for Feb, March and April are here and available in the narthex. A donation of $1 is appreciated.

  The Altar Guild will meet on Sat., Jan. 30, at 10am. All members and anyone interested in joining Altar Guild are asked to attend.

  USHERS NEEDED! Anyone interested in ushering? We need ushers particularly at the 8am service. Please call Paula Mote at 896-4142.

  Supper Club

  We’ve had great response for the Supper Club. We will have our first get-together on Jan 23, to get organized…….4:30 pm, 5540 Mansfield Pl NW. You will be notified individually before that date. Questions? Call Karen….897-2253.

  Prayer Requests

  Darlene Brady, Bob Bogan, Therese Birner, Jason Russell, Kim Cordova, Lois Loose, Lisa Morel, Leslie, Bill Jack Rodgers, and Bob Thurlow.

  The long-term prayer list can be found on the bulletin board in the narthex or the office.

  Diocese of the Rio Grande: Weekly Cycle of Prayer

  St. Paul’s, Artesia, Maurice Geldert, (Priest in charge). St. Philip’s, Belen, Jan Davey (Vicar).

  “Let us pray with perseverance for the race that is set before us, looking unto Jesus.” Donations are being accepted for the Christmas flowers this year. Just put your donation in the plate, being sure to indicate that it is for flowers, or mail it to the church office.

  Coffee Hour

  Remember that everyone is cordially invited to join us in the Parish Hall for coffee and fellowship following both services.

  Staff

  The Rev. Ruth Morgan, Deacon

  Parish Administrator

  Fr. Frank Wilson, Supply Priest

  Vera Kleinhenz, Organist and Choir Director

  Robert Gabaldon, Youth Director View the parish Messenger newsletter right here at http://www.stfrancisnm.org

  This Week at St. Francis

  Monday, January 18

  OFFICE CLOSED (Martin Luther King holiday)

  Wednesday,January 20

  6 pm— Vestry Meeting

  Thursday, January 21

  5pm — Chime choir

  7 pm— Choir Practice

  Sunday,January 25

  8:00 am—-Holy Communion (I) Service

  9:45 am—-Sunday School

  9:45 am—-Nursery

  10:00 am—-Holy Communion (II) Service
  

  Office Hours

  CLOSED - Monday

  9 am-1 pm Tuesday-Thursday

  9 am-12 noon, Friday

  Articles for Happenings

  Your articles for Happenings are due on Monday. Articles can be e-mailed to: stfehappenings@qwestoffice.net or turned in at the office. Articles for the monthly Messenger must be in by the 20th each month.
  

  St. Francis Episcopal Church
  2903 Cabezon Avenue
  Rio Rancho, NM 87124
  Telephone: 896-1999
  E-mail: stfechurch@qwestoffice.net
  Web Address:
  www.stfrancisnm.org