Holy Eucharist
Sunday service is at 10 a.m.
at 616 Stockell Drive,
Eureka, MO.
Office: 210 S. Central Ave-
nue, Eureka, MO 63025
Phone: 636-938-3733
Vicar
The Rev. Sally S. Weaver
Phone No.s: Home 636-938
-7773
Cell: 314-651-3836
Bishop’s Committee: Bar-
bara Sacco, Sr. Warden;
Suzanne Jones, Jr. Warden;
Cassie Eckhardt; Leroy
Young; Kathleen McDon-
ald; Lori Scissors; Bob Ho-
sutt; Debbie Pizzella; Steve
Strathearn, Clerk;
Nancy Bergman, Treasurer.
Annual Meeting
An Annual Meeting is held
each year at the end of Janu-
ary at which new Bishop’s
Committee and Convention
Delegates are elected.
St. Francis’ Episcopal
Church is a mission of the
Episcopal Diocese of Mis-
souri.
The Chalice is the newslet-
ter of St. Francis’ Episcopal
Church, Eureka, and is pub-
lished at least 10 times per
year.
Submissions for The Chal-
ice are due approximately
the 20th of each month and
may be e-mailed to the Of-
fice .
The Chalice
St. Francis Episcopal Church
Eureka MO
October 2010
The Pastor’s Corner
―Jesus told the disciples…about
their need to pray always and not to lose
heart.‖ (Luke 18:1)
I’ve just returned from having
breakfast with a newly formed group of
female pastors; we’re calling ourselves ―the Women of 44.‖
This group of clergy women includes Methodists, Presbyteri-
ans, United Church of Christ, and, of course, an Episcopalian.
We are all pastors of churches along the I-44 corridor. Our
congregations are in Union, Washington, Eureka, Pacific,
Labadie.
This is the first time we’ve met. We don’t know each
other yet. We don’t know how we will work together. We
don’t know what we’ll accomplish. But we do know one thing:
It’s good to get together and share our passion for ministry.
Primarily, we talked about resources available in this
area for the needy. Each day we receive phone calls or visits
from people in desperate situations. We shared information
about what services are nearby, where we can direct people for
help with food, clothing, and shelter.
The needs along the I-44 corridor are so many. We ad-
mitted to each other that sometimes, after we’ve heard heart-
breaking story after heartbreaking story, it’s hard not to lose
heart. So we did what we know works: We prayed.
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In this issue
I’m looking forward to my alliance with ―the Women of
Adult Forum Calendar, p 3;
44.‖ I know that as we ask the Holy Spirit to guide our efforts,
Atte4ndance Statistics, p 3;
good things will result. I have hope in our collaboration.
Bishop’s Committee Information, p 6;
Befriending Women of the Bible, p 4; None of us has need to lose heart – we have one another
Birthdays/Anniversaries, p 11; and we have Jesus Christ, who is always more ready to listen and
Bishop’s Visit, p 11; answer than we are to pray. Thanks be to God.
Calendar, p 12;
Chalice/Calendar/ Worship Schedule, p
3; Sally†
Chicken or Pig?, p 14;
Consecration Sunday, p 9;
ECW Annual Meeting, p 5;
Episcopal School for Ministry, p 4;
Eucharist, 12-step, p 4;
Eureka Days, p 6;
Prayer for St. Francis’
Financial Update, p 14; We pray for the witness, renewal, and growth of our parish fam-
Human Footprint, p 8; ily. Open the door of St. Francis’ Church, O God, wide enough to
Need a Priest?, p 15; beckon those of every age and situation. Smooth the threshold
Painting the Office, p 6; into an inviting pathway for children and for straying feet; and fill
Pastor’s Corner, p 1-2; all who enter here with your Divine love and peace, and with our
Prayer for St. Francis’, p 6 human love and fellowship. Amen.
Prayer list, p 11;
Reaching the Vicar, p 15;
Stewardship Thought, p 14;
STF Committees, 11;
Sudan, A Season of Prayer, p 7 & 8;
Thanksgiving Service, p 5;
Trinity Ministry Schedule, p 5;
Weekly Offerings, p 15;
Worship Schedule, p 13;
Youth Feast Day of
inistray Conference, p 10
St. Francis of Assisi
October 4, 2010

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Adult Forum Calendar

Here is the schedule for the rest of 2010 of what will be offered at the
Adult Forums on Sundays from 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
October 3 Anglican Church history -- part 1
October10 Anglican Church history -- part 2
October 17 End-of-life planning: Finances & documents
October 24 End-of-life planning: Advance medical directives
October31 End-of-life planning: The funeral

November 7 Episcopal Church history

November 14 Stewardship in-gathering and celebra-
tion
November 21 The debate over capital punishment
November 28 "Congregational Commons"

December 5 Vicar's forum -- quarterly goal review

December 12 American-born Churches, part 1
December 19 American-born Churches, part 2
December 26 American-born Churches, part 3

The Chalice — Calendar — Worship

Schedule
Please remember to check in the lobby
for an updated copy of the Calendar and Wor-
ship Participation Schedule, and the latest Chal-
ice. Check St. Francis’ website
(stfranciseureka.org) for the latest Chalice on
line.
As changes occur in the Parish Direc-
tory, updated copies will also be available.
The deadline for articles for the November
Chalice is Monday, October 25.
This is your newsletter, people of St.
Francis’. We know that your group or commit-
tee is doing exciting work, so please write a short
article about it and send it to
stfranch@sbcglobal.net to be published in the
next edition of the Chalice. Let the whole parish
know about the good things that are happening at
our beloved church.
Pictures….we are always looking for pic-
tures of the activities of St. Francis’ parishioners.
E-mail attachments are best, but we have scan-
ning capabilities, so hard copies of photos will
work too.

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Upcoming Events
12-step Eucharist – October 6 at Ascen-
sion
The first Wednesday of the month at 7
p.m. the Episcopal Church of the Ascension –
Northwoods conducts a ―12-step Eucharist.‖
This is a Holy Eucharist in which the 12 steps of
Alcoholics Anonymous are read and incorpo-
rated as part of the service of worship.
Pastor Sally is presiding on October 6 at
this service. Please consider attending; if you’d
like to carpool with Pastor Sally, just let her
know. The congregation is small and extremely
welcoming. The sermon is interactive. People
are asked to contribute their thoughts about how
the readings relate to the 12 steps. After the ser-
vice everyone is invited to stay for soup, bread,
and fruit.
Befriending Women of the Bible: Les-
sons in Living, Loving, and Serving
Celebrate our foremothers:
Saturday, October 16th, 2010
From 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church
1551 Bennett Ave.
Warson Woods, MO 63122
The cost is $15 in advance or $20 at the
door, which includes lunch.
Pastor Sally is giving a presentation on
Esther.
As we feed our minds and souls let us
help others feed their families. Please bring a
canned good for our food barrel.
For more information please call: 314-966-8909.
Episcopal School for Ministry
The Rev. Beverly Van Horne, Interim
Dean, announces that registrations continue for the
2010-2011 academic year for the Episcopal School
for Ministry.
The Episcopal School for Ministry of the
Diocese of Missouri offers educational resources to
make disciples and build congregations for the life
of the world. In addition, the School exists to
 deepen the spiritual lives and strengthen the
ministries in the church and the world of all
who seek to grow in the knowledge and love of
God;
 prepare people to serve the church as priests
and deacons;
 strengthen the ministries of lay and ordained
people through continuing education.
The School holds its classes at Eden Theo-
logical Seminary in Webster Groves, MO. Those
who wish to spend the night, pay an additional fee
for the semester to cover the room expense. In ad-
dition there are textbooks to purchase for each
course. Meals for the weekend, dinner, breakfast
and lunch are included in tuition. For information
about the classes offered, please go to http://
www.diocesemo.org/aboutus/ episcopal-
schoolforministry/
The school meets from 6pm Friday to 3pm
the next day. Time is spent in worship, fellowship
and class. The dates of the 2010-2011 school year
are as follows:
Fall Term 2010:
September 24-25; October 29-30; December 3-4;
December 18
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Upcoming Events—continued Registration fee for the Saturday meeting is

Spring Term 2011:
January 21-22; February 25-26; March 25-26; April 16
Summer Term 2011:
May 20-21; June 17-18; July 15-16; August 20
If you are interested, call or email Cory Hoehn,
Registrar, 314-231-1220 x1383 or
choehn@diocesemo. org or The Rev. Beverly Van
Horne, Interim Dean, at 573/631-7409 or bev-
erly.vanhorne@ gmail.com for information and an ap-
plication
Trinity food Ministry Schedule Through
February 2011
St. Francis’ participates in the food ministry
at Trinity Episcopal Church in the Central West End
by serving food to the neighbors of Trinity on the
fifth Sunday in a given month. The schedule for the
remainder of the year and into 2011 is as follows:
October 31, 2010
January 30, 2011
$18 — registration forms available in the Lobby of
the Lodge.
The Friday activity has various costs asso-
ciate:
 Craft Project at the Checkered Cottage
is $15
 Dinner at Sunset 44 according to what
you order $20-25+
 Jazz Concert at Grace is $10 payable at
the door.
Contact: Karen Birr, Diocese of Missouri ECW
President, ksbirr@charter.net or 314-831-7728.
Thanksgiving Service
St. Francis’ will hold a Thanksgiving Eve
Eucharist service on Wednesday, November 24, at
7 p.m. at the Masonic Lodge. St. Francis’ parish-
ioners are invited to a Eucharistic service on
Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 25, 10
a.m. at St. Martin’s Episcopal Church, 15764
Clayton road, in Ellisville. Pastor Sally will pre-
side at both services.

Annual Meeting
Diocese of Missouri Episcopal Church
Women of Province V
―Stronger together‖ (Matthew 18:20)
Saturday, October 23, 2010, 9: a.m. to 30 p.m. at
Grace Episcopal Church in Kirkwood
The meeting will include worship service, a
business meeting, three workshops, lunch with a
special guest speaker, and a special ―gathering time:
summation/celebration‖ presented by the Diocesan
ECW Board.
An optional pre-meeting activity will be held
on Friday, October 22, 3 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., in Kirk-
wood to allow for shopping, creating a craft project
at The Checkered Cottage, dinner and a jazz concert.
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Bishop’s Committee News Activities

Bishop’s Committee Meeting Schedule
The Bishop’s Committee meets on the
fourth Sunday of the month beginning at 12:15
p.m. All are welcome to sit in and listen. Here are
the dates for Bishop’s Committee meetings for the
remainder of 2010:
October 24 November 21 December 19

Highlights from the September Bishop’s

Committee Meeting
In discussing the community’s use of the
parish house, the suggestion was made to switch
the location of Maxine’s office area and the Com-
munity Room. That way, the Community Room
will have access to a bathroom and a source of wa-
ter. The entrance to the church office will be from
the door closest to the back parking area. This
idea was unanimously approved. We will contact
AT&T to have phone lines pulled in the back
room. Once that’s accomplished, the move of the
furniture/equipment can occur.
Currently, faxes can only be received at the
parish office if someone is there to flip a switch on
the printer/fax machine. The Bishop’s Committee
unanimously approved upgrading our AT&T ser-
vice using ―select ring,‖ which will enable us to
receive faxes automatically. The cost of the ser-
vice -- $6.80/month – is already covered within
our existing budget for telephone/Internet ex-
penses.
We continue to be in better financial shape
than we had predicted when we adopted the budget
in January 2010. At this point in the year we ex-
pected to be running a deficit of $12,810. Instead
we are running a deficit of $1,015. The Bishop’s
Committee is heartily encouraged by our financial
position. It was decided that we will include a
snapshot of our financial position in the Sunday
bulletin insert on a monthly basis.
Purple Walls!!
In the process of disappearing!!!!
Thanks to all those who have been painting
the new Parish House. As you can see from the
picture above, they are grinning — must mean
they are having a great time!
There will be another painting session on
Sunday, October 10, after church. Even if you
cannot spend a lot of time painting, why not drop
by and check out the excellent work done by the
paint crew?
Once we have finished painting, completed
some other modifications, and established the
Community Room, there will be an open house
and blessing of our space.
Eureka Days
On September 10-11, St. Franciscans
staffed our booth at Eureka Days in Lions Park.
We handed out latex balloon masks to children and
flyers to their parents, advertising the October 2
pet blessing. Once the rainy weather dissipated,
people streamed to the event. We handed out
about 300 balloon masks and flyers. By 7:30 p.m.
on Saturday night we were all out of merchandise.
But evidence of our handiwork -- balloon masks --
could be seen on children’s faces throughout the
crowd.
 Episcopal Church Presiding Bishop
Katharine Jefferts Schori
calls for A Season of Prayer for Sudan
in preparation for January referendum
Calling for a Season of Prayer for Sudan,
Episcopal Church Presiding Bishop Katharine Jef-
ferts Schori has issued a letter which details the im-
portance of Sudan and that African country’s up-
coming referendum on January 9, 2011 and urges
three steps – prayer, study, and action.
―As a fellow member of the Anglican Com-
munion, Sudan’s fragile state is a matter for our
own concern,‖ she states. ―Many of us know about,
and have even met, some of the so-called ―Lost
Boys‖ of Sudan, who immigrated to the United
States as refugees beginning in 2001. The Episco-
pal Church now has a number of Sudanese congre-
gations and communities of faith as a result.
I want to challenge us as a Church to pray
for the people of Sudan, to learn more about the
forces driving the violence, and to advocate for a
peaceful referendum, and whatever the outcome, a
peaceful future,‖ she charged.
She concludes, ―As we approach the season
of preparation for the Prince of Peace, we pray that
His reign may be made real in Sudan.‖
The Episcopal Church and Sudan
The Episcopal Church has maintained strong
ties to Sudan for many years. For example, there are
four missionaries from The Episcopal Church cur-
rently posted in Sudan.
―Sudan, and the region of Darfur within it,
have suffered years of civil war and genocide,‖ ex-
plained the Rev. Canon Petero Sabune, Africa Part-
nership Officer for The Episcopal Church, who re-
cently returned from assignment in Africa. ―An im-
portant referendum on the future of Sudan and on
self-determination for the people there is scheduled
for January 2011. But there is no guarantee that this
referendum will occur peacefully. In fact, there is
every indication that violence and perhaps civil war
will break out again following the referendum, no
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matter what the outcome.‖ The resources on A
Season of Prayer for Sudan include:
 Video detailing why this referendum is
important
 Fact sheets about the Episcopal Church
in Sudan, the election and the possible
outcomes
 Map of affected area
 Videos
 Prayers
 Advent Guide for Study
 Youth group and Adult Forum discus-
sion questions
 Interactive resource for contacting na-
tional elected officials
 Innovative ways to take action such as
vigils
 Links to info and organizations includ-
ing Episcopal Public Policy Network
(EPPN), American Friends of the Epis-
copal Church of the Sudan (AFRECS),
the Episcopal Church in the Sudan, and
dioceses/churches.
Episcopal Church in Sudan: http://
www.sudan.anglican.org/
Resources for A Season of Prayer: http://
www.episcopalchurch.org/sudan
Archbishop of the Church in Sudan
The Archbishop of the Episcopal Church in
Sudan, the Most Rev. Dr. Daniel Deng Bul Yak,
has also issued a Call to Prayer. ―We request your
prayers for Sudan. We request all the churches of
Africa to stand firm with the people of Southern
Sudan, Abyei, Nuba Mountains and Blue Nile, and
support the choice that they make in the upcoming
referenda and popular consultations – whether for
unity or separation,‖ he said. He added, ―The
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global Church must stand united in support of our brothers and sisters who daily witness to faith in Jesus
Christ whilst suffering to do so. If this does not happen then Christianity in northern Sudan has the most un-
certain future and may even be facing destruction.‖
About Sudan
Sudan is Africa’s largest country in area and is the tenth-largest country in the world. Touching nine
other countries, it is central to the African and Arab worlds. Many expressions of African, Muslim and Chris-
tian faith traditions are found here. About 17% of the population of Sudan lives on less than $1.25 US per
day.
In the recent past, the north and south were governed separately. Civil wars lasting about 40 years came
to an end in 2005 with the Comprehensive Peace Agreement (CPA), which gave the south political autonomy
for six years, to be followed in 2011 by a referendum on secession. That referendum is slated for January 9,
2011. If the referendum vote is conducted fairly, most believe that the south will secede. Southern secession
will leave Episcopalians in the north in need of protection. Rights of Muslims and other minority religions in
the largely Christian south would need protection as well.
There are a myriad of issues standing in the way of peace, among them: just revenue sharing from oil;
definition of borders; usage rights of the Nile which divide the country; repayment of debt to the world bank;
recognition of religious and civil rights for all Sudanese; and full cessation of violence in Darfur.
President Barack Obama has stated: ―Sudan is a priority for this Administration, particularly at a time
when it cries out for peace and justice.‖
The Episcopal Church of the Sudan is based in the southern city of Juba and claims 4 million members.
It has been a long-standing and outspoken voice for peace. The Episcopal Church is neither pro- nor anti-
secession, but rather pro-peace.
For more info contact: Neva Rae Fox; Public Affairs Officer; The Episcopal Church
newsline@episcopalchurch.org; 212-716-6080 Mobile: 917-478-5659
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Consecration Sunday is Coming

Congregations that approach financial stewardship from a biblical perspec-
tive do not view the money Christians give to their church merely as a way to pay its
bills. Rather, such congregations see financial contributions as a way to help people grow spiritually in
their relationship with God by supporting their church’s mission and ministry with a percentage of
their incomes.
Our congregation’s finance committee has selected the New Consecration Sunday Stewardship
Program as a way to teach the biblical and spiritual principles of generous giving in our stewardship
education emphasis this year.
New Consecration Sunday is based on the biblical philosophy of the need of the giver to give
for his or her own spiritual development, rather than on the need of the church to receive. Instead of
treating people like members of a social club who should pay dues, we will treat people like followers
of Jesus Christ who want to give unselfishly as an act of discipleship. New Consecration Sunday en-
courages people toward proportionate and systematic giving in response to the question, ―What per-
centage of my income is God calling me to give?‖
During morning worship on Consecration Sunday, we are asking our attendees and members
to make their financial commitments to our church’s missionary, benevolent, and educational minis-
tries in this community and around the world.
Every attendee and member who completes an Estimate of Giving Card does so voluntarily by
attending morning worship on Consecration Sunday. We urge people to attend who feel strongly op-
posed to completing a card. The procedure is done in such a way that no one feels personal embarrass-
ment if he or she chooses not to fill out a card.
We will do no home solicitation to ask people to complete cards. During morning worship our
guest leader will conduct a brief period of instruction and inspiration, climaxed by members making
their commitments as a confidential act of worship.
We will encourage participation in Consecration Sunday events through the Consecration Sun-
day team and Bishop’s Committee members. Since we will make no follow-up visits to ask people to
complete their cards, we will make every effort to inform, inspire, and commit everyone to attend
Consecration Sunday worship.
Thanks in advance for your enthusiastic participation in Consecration Sunday events.

Senior Warden,

Barb Sacco
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Prayer List
St. Francis’ Committees Tom & John Sons of Paddy Wrob
Committee Chairperson Karl Friend of Cassie Eckhardt
Adult Forum Michael Booker Doug Friend of Rosie Benecke
Christian formation Linda Doolittle Linsey Parishioner
for children
Bob Friend of Sally Weaver
Communications Debbie Pizzella
Heather Daughter of Bill & Judy Cody
& marketing
Sarah Friend of Barb Sacco
Community service Steve Strathearn
ministries and Judy Cody Cherie Friend of Cassie Eckhardt
Finance Suzanne Jones Kathleen Parishioner
Hospitality/fellowship Arlene Underwood Cathie Former STF member
Pastoral Care Pastor Sally John Friend of Paddy Wrob
Personnel Pastor Sally
Mike Cousin of Paddy Wrob
Welcoming/new member Sue Schmidt
Andrew Grandson of George Vits
incorporation
John Clergy
Worship & Music Paddy Wrob
Ellen St. Francis’ staff

Birthdays in October
Jan Daman, October 16

Anniversaries in October
Paddy Wrob & George Vits, October 3
Donna & Joe Bernert, October 9

We would love to publish important dates for ALL members of the congregation — your birth date, anni-
versaries, and other date of importance to you. BUT — in order to publish we need the facts!

So that official parish records may be updated, you are urged to pick up and complete one of the salmon-
colored sheets that are available in the lobby at the Lodge each Sunday and return it to the Parish Office, or just
leave it with the Teller sheets for Maxine to pick up. Knowing who to serve and how best to serve our members,
requires data on who we are. Let’s help the Vicar, Bishop’s Committee and Committee Chairpersons in planning
appropriate programs and activities by letting them know who we are with facts and figures.
St. Francis Episcopal Church
210 S. Central Avenue 2010
Eureka, MO 63025

Sun Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri Sat

1 2
Please call or e-mail the Parish Office 7:30 am Chi Al- Blessing of
(stfranch@sbcglobal.net) with items for the cal- pha Animals—
Legion Park
endar before the last week in each month to get 10 am Bible
on the following month’s calendar. Shaded area Services:
Study, Michelle’s 11:30 a.m.—
indicates days Maxine is in office, from 8 till Café 2:30 p.m.
noon, unless indicated otherwise.

3 4 Feast Day of 5 6 7 8 9
St. Francis’ of
8:30 a Choir Prac- Assisi Vicar’s Day off
tice Office closed
10 a.m. Holy Eucha- 5:30 p.m.— 1:30 p.m. Ser- 11:30 a.m. Rolla 10 am Bible
Prayer Group, mon lectionary 11:30 a.m. sermon lection- Study, Michelle’s
rist-Lodge
Parish House group Eureka Chamber ary group Café
11:30 am Adult Fo- of Commerce
rum 6:30 p.m. Wor- luncheon 1 p.m. Spiritual
ship & Music, advising
Parish House 7 p.m. 12-Step
Eucharist Ascen-
sion

10 11 12 13 14 15 16
8:30 a Choir Prac- 3:30 p.m. Episc Vicar’s Day off 10-3 p.m. Fresh 7:30 a.m. Chi 9-4 “Women
tice Recovery Minis- Office closed tart at Holy Com- Alpha of the Bible”
10 a.m. Holy Eucha- try 1:30 p.m. Ser- munion at St. Mat-
mon lectionary 10 am Bible thew’s
rist-Lodge 5:30 p.m.— Study, Michelle’s
group
11:30 am Adult Fo- Prayer Group, Café
rum Parish House

17 18 19 20 21 22 23
8:30 a Choir Prac- 11:30 a.m. Spiri- 1:30 p.m. Ser- Vicar’s Day off 11:30 a.m. Rolla
tice tual advisor mon lectionary sermon lection-
Office closed
10 a.m. Holy Eucha- group ary group 10 am Bible
5:30 p.m.— Study, Michelle’s
rist-Lodge Prayer Group, 5:30 p.m. Comm, Café
11:30 am Adult Fo- Parish House & Mktg mtg
rum

24/31 25 Dead- 26 27 28 29 30
8:30 a Choir Prac- line No- 1:30 p.m. Ser- Vicar’s Day off 10 am Bible
tice vember mon lectionary
Office closed Study, Michelle’s
10 a.m. Holy Eucha- Chalice group Café
rist-Lodge
5:30 p.m.—
11:30 am Adult Fo-
Prayer Group,
rum
Parish House
24th:12:30 p BC Mtg
31st: Trinity Lunch
Sunday
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Worship Participant Schedule October 2010

Ministry 03-Oct 10-Oct 17-Oct 24-Oct 31-Oct

SACRISTAN Jim Eckhardt Rich Mayfield Jim Eckhardt Rich Mayfield Rich Mayfield

Kathleen McDon- Kristie Lenzen &

ald & Kristie Len- Barb Sacco & Bob Smith & Michael Booker & Kathleen
LECTORS zen Sarah Branchfield Paddy Wrob Paddy Wrob McDonald

Kathleen McDon- Kathleen

INTERCESSOR ald Barb Sacco Bob Smith Michael Booker McDonald
Kathleen McDon-
CHALICE Barb Sacco ald Michael Booker Barb Sacco Michael Booker

CHRISTIAN ED
TEACHER Sue Schmidt Barb Sacco

ACOLYTE
Stevie Sewell & Brigitte Jung & Brigitte Jung &
ALTAR GUILD Linda Doolittle Linda Doolittle Stevie Sewell Jerry Smith Jerry Smith

USHER Jim Eckhardt Rich Mayfield Michael Booker Bob Smith Jim Eckhardt

Rich Mayfield &

Jim Eckhardt & Arlene Underwood Suzanne Jones & Jim Eckhardt & Arlene Under-
TELLERS Suzanne Jones & Bob Smith Rich Mayfield Bob Smith wood
HOSPITALITY/
COFFEE HOUR

Bishop Smith’s Visit

On September 12, Bishop G. Wayne Smith confirmed 2 and received 4 of our parishioners.
Congratulations to Alex Branchfield, Sarah Branchfield, Jan Daman, Linsey Daman, Kristie Len-
zen, and Sue Schmidt! We enjoyed a delicious cake, celebrating the con-
firmands, following worship.
During the Adult Forum Debbie Smith shared pictures from her
trips to the Diocese of Lui in the Sudan. Debbie is knowledgeable of the
situation there, and gave us insight into the work that has been completed
– such as drilling water wells – and the mission work that’s still to be ac-
complished.
After that the Bishop met with the Bishop’s Committee for a relaxed and informal question
and answer session.
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Financial Update — August 2010

Total
August 2010 Budgeted for YTD 2010 2010 Budget
August
Total Income $ 7,549 $ 6,983 $ 60,161 $84,396

Total Expenses 6,663 7,960 61,176 101,821

Difference $ 886 $ (977) $ (1,015) ($17,425)

Checking Account—Rockwood Bank $ 10,622

Balance in Edward Jones Money Market 21,674
Balance in Diocesan Investment pooled fund-general 3,515
Balance in Diocesan Investment pooled fund-Sp Growth 2,652
Received year to date for special growth fund 0

To keep the parish informed of the financial status of St. Francis’, a financial update showing
our finance position — both ―actual‖ and ―budgeted‖ — will be published in the Announcement insert
in the Service Bulletin on a monthly basis.
For more in-depth information, copies of the Bishop’s Committee meetings, Vicar’s Report and
complete monthly financial reports are posted near the piano in the lower level of the Lodge.
If you have further questions, talk to the Vicar. Pastor Sally values input and is happy to have a
conversation at any time about St. Francis’.

Sunday Attendance Comparison Statistics

2010 2009
14 Pentecost 39 36
15 Pentecost 37 42
16 Pentecost 48 38
17 Pentecost 26 33
18 Pentecost 38 30

The Chicken and the Pig A Thought about Stewardship

Providing eggs, the chicken participates in
breakfast. Providing bacon and ham, the pig is
truly committed.
So ask yourself: Am I a chicken or a pig, a par-
ticipating or a truly committed Christian?
When a man becomes a Christian, he becomes in-
dustrious, trustworthy, and prosperous. Now, if
that man, when he gets all he can and saves all he
can, does not give all he can, I have more hope for
Judas Iscariot than for that man!
John Wesley

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St. Francis’ Spiritual Offerings during the Week

Mondays from 5:30-6:15 p.m. at the parish house (210 S. Central) we gather for prayer.
Using Scripture appointed for that day, we pray for the people of St. Francis’, those who haven’t
joined us yet, those on our prayer list, the needs of our community, and the world. We close each session
with Compline from 6-6:15 p.m.

Fridays from 10-11:30 a.m. at Michelle’s (104 S. Central) we

study the Bible readings appointed for the upcoming Sunday.
Please join us for these meetings whenever you can, whether
weekly or once in a while. All are welcome.

Out of Town and Need a Priest?

If you need to reach the Vicar
Pastor Sally can be reached at the fol-
lowing numbers:
Cell phone: 314-651-3836
Home: 636-938-7773
St. Francis’: 636-938-3733
You can always call the church office
(636-938-3733) and listen to the message.
These numbers are also listed on the worship
service leaflet each Sunday.
Pastor Sally wants to hear from you
when you have an urgent pastoral need. Please
call her home or cell number to reach her at any
hour of the day or night when a pastoral emer-
gency occurs.
Some time ago I received a phone call
from a woman in St. Luke’s Hospital. She said
she was from New Jersey, was having a medical
operation that day, and needed an Episcopal
priest. While this isn’t an unheard of request,
planning ahead is a good idea.
If you’re scheduled
to travel to another city to
have an operation, please
let me know. I can arrange
for a priest of that Diocese
to visit you while you’re in
the hospital. And if you
find yourself in another
city in a hospital unexpect-
edly needing a priest,
please call me. I will arrange for a visit from an
Episcopal priest in that location.
Sally†