The Rector's Study returns April 28 at a new time, with an exciting new, 4-part series presented by Fr. Kevin:
Made for this World:
Creation, Humanity, and the God-Centered Life
In John 18:36, Jesus tells Pilate, "My kingdom is not of this world," a statement that is often understood to mean his kingdom is "in heaven". But is this what Jesus meant? To grasp the true intent of Jesus' claim, we first need to understand God's desire for all of creation, including the role human beings. Only by knowing what it means to be "of this world" can we fully understand what it means to be "not of this world". Join Fr. Kevin for these four weeks as we explore the mystery of our creation and God's purpose of humanity.
April 28 - Part I: Light, Life and Creation
May 5 - Part II: Made in the Image of God
May 12 - Part III: Good Works and Good Work
May 19 - Part IV: Made for this World
Each session of the study will be about 45 minutes long. For those who cannot be in attendance, these will be recorded and placed online.
St. Francis will join other area churches in a joint Day of Service on Saturday, May 4. We will work together on community service projects such as preparing meals for the homeless, cleaning the grounds at a school for the blind, and packaging care kits for local children in need. Stay tuned for details.
As with Malvern Harvest, St. Francis will have a booth this year at the Malvern Blooms Festival, which takes place from 11 am to 4 pm on Sunday, May 5. Our booth will be sharing information about life at St. Francis. If you would like to help, please contact Anne Crowley.
The Rector's Study returns April 28 at a new time, with an exciting new, 4-part series presented by Fr. Kevin:
Made for this World:
Creation, Humanity, and the God-Centered Life
In John 18:36, Jesus tells Pilate, "My kingdom is not of this world," a statement that is often understood to mean his kingdom is "in heaven". But is this what Jesus meant? To grasp the true intent of Jesus' claim, we first need to understand God's desire for all of creation, including the role human beings. Only by knowing what it means to be "of this world" can we fully understand what it means to be "not of this world". Join Fr. Kevin for these four weeks as we explore the mystery of our creation and God's purpose of humanity.
April 28 - Part I: Light, Life and Creation
May 5 - Part II: Made in the Image of God
May 12 - Part III: Good Works and Good Work
May 19 - Part IV: Made for this World
Each session of the study will be about 45 minutes long. For those who cannot be in attendance, these will be recorded and placed online.
On Tuesday, May 7, long-time parishioner Tony Fernandes will speak about birdwatching. Tony has been participating in and leading birdwatching activities with the Audubon Society and the West Chester Bird Club for more than 30 years. In his presentation, Tony will give reasons why birding is so popular today and describe its many benefits. The presentation will include photos of some local birds and provide the audience with tips on bird identification.
Tony plans to display some "tools of the trade" for anyone who has the time to stay after his presentation has ended.
Bring your lunch and join us! Beverages and dessert will be provided.
The Rector's Study returns April 28 at a new time, with an exciting new, 4-part series presented by Fr. Kevin:
Made for this World:
Creation, Humanity, and the God-Centered Life
In John 18:36, Jesus tells Pilate, "My kingdom is not of this world," a statement that is often understood to mean his kingdom is "in heaven". But is this what Jesus meant? To grasp the true intent of Jesus' claim, we first need to understand God's desire for all of creation, including the role human beings. Only by knowing what it means to be "of this world" can we fully understand what it means to be "not of this world". Join Fr. Kevin for these four weeks as we explore the mystery of our creation and God's purpose of humanity.
April 28 - Part I: Light, Life and Creation
May 5 - Part II: Made in the Image of God
May 12 - Part III: Good Works and Good Work
May 19 - Part IV: Made for this World
Each session of the study will be about 45 minutes long. For those who cannot be in attendance, these will be recorded and placed online.
The book for May is The Boston Girl by Anita Diamant.
Addie Baum is The Boston Girl, born in 1900 to immigrant parents who were unprepared for and suspicious of America and its effect on their three daughters. Growing up in the North End, then a teeming multicultural neighborhood, Addie's intelligence and curiosity take her to a world her parents can't imagine-a world of short skirts, movies, celebrity culture, and new opportunities for women. Addie wants to finish high school and dreams of going to college. She wants a career and to find true love
The Rector's Study returns April 28 at a new time, with an exciting new, 4-part series presented by Fr. Kevin:
Made for this World:
Creation, Humanity, and the God-Centered Life
In John 18:36, Jesus tells Pilate, "My kingdom is not of this world," a statement that is often understood to mean his kingdom is "in heaven". But is this what Jesus meant? To grasp the true intent of Jesus' claim, we first need to understand God's desire for all of creation, including the role human beings. Only by knowing what it means to be "of this world" can we fully understand what it means to be "not of this world". Join Fr. Kevin for these four weeks as we explore the mystery of our creation and God's purpose of humanity.
April 28 - Part I: Light, Life and Creation
May 5 - Part II: Made in the Image of God
May 12 - Part III: Good Works and Good Work
May 19 - Part IV: Made for this World
Each session of the study will be about 45 minutes long. For those who cannot be in attendance, these will be recorded and placed online.
8:00 am: Holy Eucharist Rite II
11:30 am: Rector's Study
7:00 pm: Choir rehearsal
9:00 am: Day of Service
7:00 pm: Finance Committee Meeting