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“And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love.”

I Corinthians 13:13

Mark your calendars!

Shrove Tuesday—Join us for our annual pancake supper on Tuesday, Feb. 16, at 5:30pm. The cost is $5 per person, not to exceed $15 per family. Tickets on sale soon.

Ash Wednesday—We begin the Lenten season with our Ash Wednesday service, Feb. 17 at 7 pm.

Lenten Series—Our five-week Lenten series on the Seven Last Words of Christ will begin on February 24 at 6:00pm. Each Wednesday evening will begin with a light supper and will conclude with Compline at 7:45.

From the Vestry

At the meeting on January 20, the Vestry considered many issues, including a budget for the coming year. Our budget committee will be working on this in the next few weeks. Their work will be easier if all members can complete and submit their pledges. We hope to hold our annual parish meeting, when we elect members to the vestry and a convocation delegate, on February 21. 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

Let Them Eat Pancakes!

We are looking forward to the annual Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper on Tuesday, February 16, 5:30—7:00 p.m. The Brotherhood of St. Andrew will help us celebrate Mardi Gras by providing a delicious meal of pancakes, sausage, apple sauce, and ice cream for all. The cost for this magnificent feast is $5 per person or $15 for a family. Funds generated will go to the various projects supported by the Brotherhood. Tickets will be available at church on Feb. 7 & 14, as well as at the door. See you there! USHERS NEEDED! Anyone interested in ushering? We need ushers particularly at the 8am service. Please call Paula Mote at 896-4142.

Children's Ministry

Sunday School begins at 9:45 a.m.

Today

January 31 Luke 4:21-30 Angry listeners reject Jesus’ message. Jesus the teacher.

February 7—Luke 5:1-11 Jesus Calls the first disciples: the fishers Simon, James and John. An invitation to follow.

YOUTH—9:45 Bible study in the youth room until the passing of the peace

Following 10 am service—Youth Group

Lenten Sketches

The Music Department is presenting “The Lenten Sketches” on Good Friday, Apr. 2 at 7 pm. This is a moving musical offering that will truly enhance your Lenten and Holy Week experience. As wonderful as our Adult Choir is, additional singers are needed. Rehearsals begin on Thursday, Feb. 18 at 7:45pm. We look forward to meeting those who would like to share their gifts with us.

Visit of Bishop Frey

The Assisting Bishop of our diocese, the Rt. Rev. William Frey, will visit St. Francis on Sunday, March 14. If you or a family member would like to be confirmed in the Episcopal Church, or would like to be received into the Episcopal Church, please contact our deacon, Rev. Ruth Morgan, as soon as possible at the church office, 896-1999. We look forward to a festive and inspirational visit from our bishop.

Prayer Requests

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

Grace Church, Carlsbad. Rodney Hurst, (Rector).

“Let us pray with perseverance for the race that is set before us, looking unto Jesus.” Altar Flowers Remember that we don’t have flowers during the Lenten Season but please sign up for other Sundays. The cost is $40 . Please clearly indicate the occasion for which the flowers are given.

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

Thursday, February 4

5pm — Chime choir

7 pm— Choir Practice

Sunday,February 7

8:00 am—-Holy Communion (I) Service

9:45 am—-Sunday School

9:45 am—-Nursery

9:45 am—Youth Bible Study

10:00 am—-Holy Communion (II) Service

Office Hours

9 am-1 pm Monday-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