Help Wanted!

If you feel the itch to do some spring cleaning, there is a little but mighty group of folks that have their eyes set on some closet cleaning at Saint Philip’s!

And in the spirit of many hands making light (and way more fun) work, anyone that feels the urge to help out would be most welcome! If you are interested, please contact Julie Levy.

Along the King’s Highway

The diocese has a new newsletter! It covers events and news of activities at the diocesan level. Copies of the first edition are on the table in the foyer. A second edition will be coming out soon.

Join us for Compline!

Every Wednesday from 7 to 8 pm a group gathers in the Sanctuary to read prayers for evening called Compline (Book of Common Prayer). All are welcome and encouraged to participate in this ancient and peaceful way to conclude the day. Any questions about Compline may be directed to Fr. Bill Kelly, Karen Krestensen or Julie Levy.

Usher Coordinator Needed

St. Philip’s is seeking a volunteer to coordinate ushering services at the church.  The ushering coordinator sees to the scheduling and training of ushers at all services.  Margaret Nordstrom has been our ushering coordinator for the past three years and

the congregation wishes to express it’s heartfelt gratitude for the great job she has done.  Anyone interested in filling this position should contact Margaret.

Learn It, Live It Bible Study

Mondays starting April 11, 10am - 11.30 am

This six-week bible study will cover seven lessons on the power of prayer: Praise, Thanksgiving, Confession, Petition, Intercession, Listening to God, and The Lord's Prayer. These seven lessons will demystify prayer and help you appreciate the beauty and privilege of conversation with God.

You'll learn what Scripture has to say about prayer, and you'll find plenty of opportunities to practice different kinds of prayer individually and as a group.  In a small group we will read and discuss the Bible, then apply it to our lives.

Vicky Granger-Jones

Sierra Service Project 2005

July 30 - August 7             Klamath Res., Oregon

Life-changing experiences through acts of service repairing Native American homes. High school youth and young adults experience the profound power of serving people who have a culture and life experience different from their own. 1,200 teenagers, 250 adult volunteers and 36 paid summer staff live, worship and work together on five different project sites. Together, their work results in over 100 safer, drier and more comfortable homes. More information at http://www.sierraserviceproject.org

Where: Klamath reservation in southern Oregon.

Who: Youth from the summer before ninth grade to the summer after HS graduation.

Fees and Payments: $375: $75 with application, $150 by April 15, $150 by June 1.Financial aid available.

Diocesan Coordinator: Leann Brooks, St. Luke’s, 12405 Salinas Rd. Atascadero, CA 93422;
http://www.stlukesatascadero.org/mission.htm

Rock-N-Water 2005

July 18 - 23         American River, Shingle Springs

A summer adventure and Christian camp experience. Rafting, climbing, hiking, games, and campfires with music, laughter, and serious testimony. The leaders explore biblical themes. Each day begins with morning devotions and quiet journal time. Then sun, water and rocks! New friends are made, old friendships renewed, relationships with God forged and strengthened as we face challenges together in the wondrous creation that is our gift from God.

Where: American River in Shingle Springs.

Who: Youth grades 6 and up.

Fees and Payments: $425: $100 with application, $325 by June 17. Deadline April 11; late registrations accepted with full payment if space available. Checks payable to Diocese of El Camino Real.

Diocesan Coordinator: Neita Oates, St. Barnabas’, 301 Trinity Avenue, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420.