The Flock. The Voice of the Vestry

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1 July 2018 The Flock The Printed Voice of St. Francis of the Tetons Episcopal Church The Voice of the Vestry Church Services Sundays at 10:00am All are welcome For worship and fellowship Sunday School Sundays at 10:00am First and Third Sundays of the Month Office Hours Monday Thursday 9am - 1pm Friday 10am - 2pm St. Francis of the Tetons Episcopal Church 20 Alta School Rd. Alta, Wyoming sftetons@silverstar.com stfrancis.episcopalidaho.org July is here already with another Eat and Meet scheduled on Tuesday, July 10th. The theme is BBQ with an all-star team of Clarke Arick and Patty Sticher and Jim Pratt and Christine Tan to sponsor the event. Please bring a side dish and all of your friends. Lets make this another well attended community get together. We have arranged for good weather that day so it will be held outside in the majesty of the Tetons. The yard sale is coming up on August 11th, we will be accepting donations until the week of the sale. So, go through your stuff and cleanse the heart of your garage so you might even be able to find what you are looking for next time. Tin Cup is in the contribution stage and we urge your generous support for St. Francis so that we can continue to build on the programs that the church supports. Let s take advantage of this opportunity to give back to the community with the help of Tin Cup matching funds. We have no lack of opportunity to serve the church, as well as the community right now. There are always positions for refreshments, Lay Reader, Usher Greeters and now we really need help refreshing the Worship Leaders staff. This is a wonderful way to give back at the same time you develop your own spiritual life. Sometimes all it takes is the thought I d like to do that, but I don t think I can. Believe me, it s not that hard and we will walk you through every step. I remember how hesitant I was the first time I was asked to be a Lay Reader, Deb said, just remember the congregation is just happy it s you rather than them. There is no better time than now to take the next step in the life of Christ, the call to develop your gift that has been with you your whole life. Let us go to love and serve the Lord. God s peace, Rod

2 Tin Cup 2018 Saturday, July 21st at Driggs City Park Fundraising opportunity for local nonprofits with family activities, a 5K fun run/walk, competitive 10K & 5K races, and a free community breakfast. 9am 6pm Race Participate in the 10K, 5K, or the 5K Fun Run/Walk Donate By listing St. Francis as the organization you wish to support It s that time of year again: The 10th annual Tin Cup Challenge is about to get underway. Since the first Tin Cup Challenge in 2007, St. Francis of the Tetons has been one of the many nonprofits who participate in this community-wide fundraising effort, which is coordinated and administered through the Community Foundation of Teton Valley. Tin Cup funds designated to St. Francis have gone to support our church s many outreach efforts for residents of Teton Valley: Back to School (eg., buying teaching materials for two special education teachers); Back to Health (eg., paying for medical procedures and social activities for the specialneeds residents of the Calderwood House); and Back to Work (eg., helping residents obtain employment by purchasing needed tools). Tin Cup funds have also gone to help with rent payments and other housing needs. And of course, St Francis is the proud sponsor of Boy Scout and Cub Scout Troops 185, and Brownie Troop 48, which are open to all youth regardless of any religious affiliation, thanks to Tin Cup funds. These are just a few examples of how St. Francis has used Tin Cup funds to improve the lives of Teton Valley residents. The Community Foundation will begin mailing out brochures to all valley residents on May 30, with the giving period running June 1- July 27. And mark your calendars for Saturday, July 21, when the spirit of Tin Cup generosity will be celebrated in a community-wide event, held in Driggs City Park. Look for our booth, one of many hosting family fun activities for all. We invite you to be part of these important outreach efforts. Simply check St. Francis of the Tetons on the brochure when you make out your tax deductible check to the Community Foundation of Teton Valley. Any questions, contact St. Francis Tin Cup r epresentatives J i m and Connie Steele at connsteele@msn.com.

3 July Eat and Meet The next St. Francis Eat and Meet is scheduled for Tuesday, July 10th at 5:30 pm. Do you need a night off from cooking? Is there a neighbor in need of a good meal?, then come to St. Francis for fun, food and fellowship. The theme of this month s Eat and Celebration of Life Event for Kathleen Martin Kathleen Martin, a member of St. Francis Church and choir for many years, was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in January of this year and died suddenly in March. Her husband, Skip Dempesy, received so many condolences from her friends in the Valley that he is holding a Celebration of Life for her at the church. The Celebration is not a memorial service, its sole purpose is to provide an opportunity for friends to come forward and give short statements on what Kathleen meant to them. The event will be held outside at St. Francis, in the picnic area, on Saturday, July 14th, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM., everyone in the church s congregation Meet is a barbeque dinner. This is a potluck event, side dishes and desserts are welcome so please bring a dish to share if you can. A sign up sheet will be located at the back of the church or just show up with your favorite dish. All are welcome. is invited. There will be food (catered by Susan Lincoln) & music and an opportunity to share your love for Kathleen. Those wanting to help are invited to bring desserts. There will be a short Interment Service at 1:30 PM to place her ashes in the Columbarium. Sunday School Takes a Break For Summer The St. Francis Sunday School program will take a break for the months of July and August. Sunday School will resume again in September. Watch the September newsletter for more information. Sunday School St. Francis Annual Rummage Sale teachers are always needed, if you have a gift working with children we would love your help! It s not too late to donate! Please bring gently used items to the church Monday Thursday from 9-1. Donated items are tax deductible, please ask the office for a donation receipt. Help will be needed to sort, price, set up and take down. Watch s for more information. St. Francis Annual Rummage Sale Saturday, August 11th From 9am until 1pm AT ST. FRANCIS EPISCOPAL CHURCH 20 Alta School Rd in Alta Located next to the Alta School Clothing, Housewares, Collectables & Lots More! BAG SALE STARTING AT NOON All the Clothes and or housewares you can fit in a plastic grocery bag ONLY $ 3.00 For more information please call

4 Living, Loving and Learning at St. Francis Above: Left: Julie Parisee and Kenzie Romano enjoy some play time after Sunday school. Above Right: Bishop Thom poses with Rev. Deb Adams and St. Francis Acolytes Phoebe Lewis and Hannah Hoth. Right: Twing Pitman and Angie Warner at the Father s Day Brunch on June 17th. Above: The Pentecost banner made by the St. Francis Sunday school. Office Hours in July From July 18th until August 2nd the office will be open one hour a day on Mondays through Thursdays and Fridays it will be open from 10 until 2. The office will be open regular hours and days from July 1st through July 17th. If you call please leave a message and someone will get back to you shortly. You may also with any questions. If you have a special need you may contact Rod Gust at

5 The Bishop s Visit BBQ Picnic Above Left: Sr. Warden Rod Gust enjoys a conversation with Bishop Brian Thom. Middle Top: Sharon Froberg and a beautiful view. Top Right: A lot of delicious food. Far Bottom Left: Mark Hanson was our griller extraordinaire. Middle: Angie Warner, Ruth Lindstedt, Ardele Hanson, Bishop Thom, Winton Brophy, Lisa Wagener and Frank Brophy enjoy the fellowship. Middle Bottom: Linda Swope brightens our day with her smile. July Birthdays & Anniversaries July Birthdays July Anniversaries July 2nd -Linda Swope July 9th Ben Schulz July 15th Rosemary Viets July 20th Jim Schulz Jr. July 28 Carol Taylor July 25th Jim & Cheryl Reinertsen July 29th Jim & Ellen Rein Prayers of the People Railer Dodge, Roland Smith, Bob Partridge, Danielle, Hadley MacMillan, the Burnham Family, the family of Kristine Ciesinski, Carolyn Hawtin, as well as all faith communities and schools of Teton Valley.

6 Church Attendance June 3 44 June June June Vestry Members and Church Staff Bishop of Idaho The Rt. Rev. Brian Thom Priest The Rev. Deb Adams sfpriest@silverstar.com Senior Warden Rod Gust rodgust@gmail.com Junior Warden Clarke Arick patriciasticher@yahoo.com Pete Oslund mloslund@aol.com Jim Steele connsteele@msn.com Wood Palmer woodsriver@silverstar.com Steve Thomas danthomas27@gmail.com Celeste Wilcoxson cwil60@me.com Parish Sexton Angie Warner sftstaff@silverstar.com Treasurer Ruth Lindstedt Parish Administrator Nancy Parisee sftetons@silverstar.com Parish Historian Toni Hill July Service Volunteers July 1st Sixth Sunday after Pentecost Holy Eucharist Celebrant: Rev. Deb Adams Musician: Rosemary Viets Lay Minister: Angie Warner Lay Reader: Ruth Lindstedt Greeter/Usher: Lisa Wagener Refreshments: Jim & Connie Steele Altar Flowers: Lisa Wagener Acolytes: Hannah Hoth, Phoebe Lewis July 22nd Ninth Sunday after Pentecost Holy Eucharist Celebrant: Rev. Mary Erickson Musician: Nanci Garling Lay Minister: Erica Tremblay Lay Reader: Carol Taylor Greeter/Usher: Steve Thomas Refreshments: Angie Warner & Toni Hill Altar Flowers: Toni Hill July 8th Seventh Sunday after Pentecost Morning Prayer Worship Leader: Rod Gust Musician: Ellen Rein Lay Minister: Mark Hansen Lay Reader: Jim Rein Greeter/Usher: Nancy Parisee Refreshments: Sharon Froberg Altar Flowers: Angie Warner July 29th Tenth Sunday after Pentecost Holy Eucharist Celebrant: Rev. Polk Van Zandt Musician: Rosemary Viets Lay Minister: Ellen Rein Lay Reader: Ruth Lindstedt Greeter/Usher: Jim Rein Refreshments: Clarke Arick & Patty Sticher Altar Flowers: Jim & Ellen Rein July 15th Eighth Sunday after Pentecost Morning Prayer Worship Leader: Ellen Rein Musician: Rosemary Viets Lay Minister: Sarah Balben Lay Reader: Jim Steele Greeter/Usher: Jim & Connie Steele Refreshments: Rod Gust Altar Flowers: Celeste Wilcoxson

7 St. Francis Approved Vestry Minutes May 8, 2018 Present: Rod Gust, Jim Steele, Pete Oslund, Wood Palmer, Steve Thomas, Ruth Lindstedt Excused: Clarke Arick, Celeste Wilcoxson Meeting called to order at 5:30 PM Opening Prayer: Rod Gust AGENDA V E S T R Y Senior Warden s Report Mother s Day: Planning for the Mother s Day luncheon following the Sunday, May 17 th, service was finalized. Bishop s Visit: The Bishop has offered to prepare a class for parishioners. The Vestry will recommend a class on communication for building community within the parish and outreach to other churches in the Valley. Rod will confirm the final itinerary for the visit with the Bishop. Entrance Renovation Project: The current status of Hawtin Jorgenson Architects work for the project is exceeding expected costs. It was decided that Rod and Steve will seek to meet with Bruce Hawtin to review the work accomplished to date. The goal is to obtain a completed architect design for the project that will meet the requirements necessary to apply for a building permit from the county. Junior Warden s Report In the absence of Clarke Arick, Rod reported that the grass cutting has begun and trees on the property have been sprayed. Treasurer s Report The April Transaction Detail by Account was reviewed and approved by the Vestry. Ruth will follow up to confirm that the diocesan assessment is paid in the month following the close of the prior month s books. New Business A request from Boy Scouts to cover Treasure Mountain camp fees of $2200 for 9 scouts and 2-3 leaders was considered. The Vestry passed a motion to provide $1500 from Tin Cup monies with the remaining $700 to be covered by the scouts. Wood will communicate this to Scout leaders. Committee Reports Outreach: Rod is seeking clarification of outreach to Valley resident visitors and with frequent worshipers with long term illnesses or absences. Eat and Meet: July Eat and Meet will be rescheduled to July 10 th due to July 4 th holiday. Worship: Process for communication between musicians and office administrator were revisited to facilitate printing of hymns in service folders. Seasonal changes in music for liturgy can be anticipated following Pentecost (May 20 th ). Upcoming Vestry Meeting Schedule June 12 th, 5:30 PM July 10 th, 4:00 PM (followed by Eat and Meet at 5:30 PM) Closing Prayer: Pete Oslund Meeting adjourned at 7:00 PM

8 July 2018 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 HE Service 10am with Rev. Deb Adams 2 Girl Scouts 4pm 3 Cub Scouts 4 4th of July Office Closed 5 4pm 6 AA 7:30pm MP Service 10am with Rod Gust Worship Comm. Meeting Girl Scouts 4pm Vestry 4:00pm Eat & Meet 5:30 Cub Scouts 11am 4pm AA 7:30pm Celebration of Life Service for Kathleen Martin 1:30pm reception 2pm MP Service 10am with Ellen Rein Building & Grounds Meeting Cub Scouts 11am Boy Scouts 4pm AA 7:30pm Tin Cup Challenge at Driggs City Park 9am HE Service 10am with Rev. Mary Erickson Girl Scouts 4pm Cub Scouts 11am 4pm AA 7:30pm 29 HE Service 10am with Rev. Polk Van Zandt St. Francis Newsletter If you have additions or corrections to our St. Francis newsletter please contact Nancy Parisee at sftetons@silverstar.com or call