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COVENANT OF SHARING: YOUR GIFT OF SERVICE How Can I Share My Gift of Service? Being here, worshipping as part of this community, is a gift and makes a difference. We are grateful that you are here. You can also:
Join our 400+ volunteers who give their time and talents to make possible the many programs and ministries of our parish. Your gifts are needed! Here are some specific ways you can help:
CURRENT OPPORTUNITIES Please contact Kay Skonieczny, Director of Outreach, at (916) 443-8084 x111 or KayS@stfrancisparish.com for current
opportunities to serve the parish. Welcome Team Companions Needed! "'For it is in giving we receive' perfectly describes how being an RCIA sponsor has enriched my life. While leading a candidate on his/her faith journey, my faith and prayer life grew; I looked forward to the Bible study and church history lessons; and I met wonderful people along the way." — Sharon "Helping others find their faith has it rewards. We expand our faith-based friendships and grow in the process. — Bill Our parish mission statement challenges us to be a people of welcome and hospitality. The RCIA companion program here at St. Francis reflects that Franciscan spirit. Come open your heart and be a part of this important ministry! We need YOU! No experience necessary—no need to be a theologian. We meet the first and second Thursday evenings of each month. More info: Jan Bard (janetbard@gmail.com or 690-0735) or Sr. Peggy (443-8084 x103 or PeggyC@stfrancisparish.com). Coffee and Donuts Help Needed Hospitality Ministers are needed to serve coffee and donuts after 9:30 a.m. Mass on 2nd Sundays. If you enjoy this treat or would like to meet and welcome people, how about taking a turn at offering a friendly greeting, a hot cup of coffee and a tasty donut? We can't offer hospitality without your help! Contact Kay (KayS@stfrancisparish.com or 443-8084 x111).
ONGOING OPPORTUNITIES Join Our Gardening Team Give Felipe a call (731-4949) if you can help with mowing, weeding, leaf-blowing—all the chores that keep our grounds looking neat and our lawns, shrubs and trees flourishing.
Sr. Nora's Place
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Join a fun group of folks who like to extend a warm St. Francis welcome by hosting a Welcome Brunch for newcomers and new parishioners three times a year. What's involved? You'd bring a potluck dish to share and help with set up, clean up and hospitality during the brunch. Attendance at planning meetings is not required, though it's always a good time! If you'd like to be part of this ministry, please contact Barbara Bucher (
What Being a Companion Has Meant to Me
2nd Sunday
Tuesday or Saturday mornings
Sr. Nora's Place, a sheltered site for women at Loaves and Fishes, needs volunteers on the 2nd Thursday of the month from 5:00-6:30 p.m. to help provide and serve a meal for the 14 women in residence, who are most grateful to have home-cooked meals. If you feel called to volunteer, please contact Jackie (505-1825).