The Messenger ~ El Mensajero - St. Luke`s ~ San Lucas Episcopal

MESSENGER
MENSAJERO
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The Messenger ~ El Mensajero
Volume 46
Issue 6
JUNE 2015 ~ JUNIO 2015
Rector’s Corner
Rincón del Rector
SEVEN THINGS CHURCH
MEMBERS SHOULD SAY TO
GUESTS IN A WORSHIP SERVICE
7 COSAS QUE MIEMBROS DE LA
IGLESIA DEBEN DECIR A
VISITANTES A LA MISA
[We celebrate our value of hospitality above all
values. Here is something from Thom Rainer’s blog:
http://thomrainer.com/2015/05/20/seven-thingschurch-members-should-say-to-guests-in-a-worshipservice/. I’ve edited it.]
“Thank you for being here.” It’s j ust that basic.
“Let me help you with that.” To hold doors, umbrellas, young children, diaper bags, purses,
and other items is a gesture appropriate for
everyone, even members.
“Please take my seat.” This is especially appropriate for visiting a family or a group trying to
find a place to sit together.
“Here is my phone/email. Please let me know if I
can help in any way.” Used with discretion,
this can be a hugely positive message to a
guest.
“Can I show you where you need to go?” Even in
smaller churches, guests will not know where
to find the nursery, restrooms [… parish hall].
“Let me introduce you to ___________.” Guests
need to meet other people. Any church member has the opportunity to introduce the guest
to the pastor, other church staff, and other
members of the church.
“Would you join us for lunch?” What if your
church members sought to invite different
guests 6 to 12 times a year? The impact would
be huge.
Wouldn’t you like to be treated that way?
Fr. Jaime Case
(English articles continue on page 4)
Celebramos el valor de la hospitalidad. El Pastor
Thom Rainer escribió esto:
“Gracias por estar aquí.” Es sencillo y básico.
“Déjeme ayudarle con esto.” Abrir puertas, llevar paraguas, niños, mochilas será un gesto de
hospitalidad, aún para miembros.
“Tome mi asiento.” Especialmente apropiado
para permitir familias sentarse juntos.
“Tenga mi celular, si puedo ayudarle en algo.”
Con discreción, un gesto muy amigable.
“¿Le puedo mostrar (el baño, la guardería, el salón parroquial, el salón de clase)? Es difícil a
veces encontrar cosas en nuestros edificios.
“Déjeme presentarle a __________.” Cualquier
miembro necesita conocer a los demás para
sentirse en casa. Es importantísimo.
“Acompáñenos a la hora de café/lonche.” ¿Qué
tal si tenemos almuerzo para cada domingo, y
hay manera de invitar a los visitantes a quedarse?
Piénsalo: ¿No querrás ser tratado de la misma
manera?
Padre Jaime Case
REPORTE DEL GUARDIÁN MAYOR
Este mes pongo énfasis sobre los héroes sin elogios
que trabajan detrás de la escena para asegurar que
cada misa regular, especial, boda, quince, o entierro
ande bien. La Cofradía del Altar trabaja en equipos de
3-4 individuales más un equipo de tres personas para
a la 1:00. Los equipos trabajan en una vez el mes y son
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responsables por los servicios durante toda la semana. El equipo se reúne sábado en la mañana para
preparar para las misas de domingo. Ponen en orden
los linos, vestimentas, marquen el Evangelio,
despliegan los números de himnos, preparen en pan
y vino, limpian las sacristías, despolvan el Columbario, cambian las velas, instalan las nuevas flores y
quitan las flores al Atrio o al Columbario, depende
de su condición. Uno o dos miembros del equipo
asisten a todas misas, poniendo los vasos sagrados
sobre el altar, limpiando después de misa, tomando
los linos sucios para lavar y plancharlos. Los miembros son:
Carol Hiltz and Sandra Kimura (directoras), Anne
Ammerman, Cheryl Becker, Janet Butler, Barbara
Charbonneau, Jim Christen, Marsha Colberg, Pam
Gunn, Ellen Hiromura, Lynn Hulse, Susan Marentette, Jane Melhuish, Corinne Routtu. Mary Ellen
Sandberg, Ginger Harris, Lupita Castillo, Lola
Vasquez, y Maricela Prado.
Por favor, denles gracias por su ministerio, y si estás
interesado, habla con Carol o Sandra para juntarse a ese ministerio importante.
Contactos:
Carol Hiltz (360) 597-3094
Sandra Kimura (360) 693-8518
Stefanie Aschmann
P. ELIACÍN VIENE
P. Elaicin comienza su trabajo en San
Lucas el 1 de julio, y termina 30 de junio
2017. Antes de llegar se ordena el P.
Elaicin en la Catedral de San Marcos
(St. Mark´s Cathedral) Seattle, el 16 de junio a las 7:00
de la tarde. Su familia llega con el. Ricci, su esposa y
el tienen tres hijos: Cate (12), Gabriel (8) y Elias (6).
Actualmente buscan una casa para alquilar cerca de
la Iglesia.
LA CRUZ ROJA VIENE
La Cruz Roja desea una porción de su sangre. Jueves,
11 de junio, de 2:00 -6:45 de la tarde. Pueden
inscribirse en el Atrio o por internet
www.redcrossblood.org con designación
SaintLukesEpiscopal.
MINISTERIO A NIÑOS
Hora de Fiesta
Vengan con nosotros a celebrar el fin del año escolar
y la Escuela Dominical en una Fiesta.
27 de junio, 4:30 a 7:30 de la tarde, en la casa de P
Dennis Cole, 3917 NE 44th Street, Vancouver. Hamburguesas y hot dogs proveídos. Traigan frutas, vegetales, chips o semejante. Habrán juegos, artes manuales, y mucha diversión para toda la familia. Todos bienvenidos.
ESCUELA DE VERANO
Este verano la escuela se llama
“Everest” por la montaña más alta
del mundo, el 14-17 de julio, de a las
9-12 del día. Se celebra el amor de
Dios con canciones, grupos trabajando juntos, hacer
comida, experimentos científicos, además de la Biblia
y aprender de la fe.
Cada día los padres, familiares y amigos están invitados a la Celebración de Culminación a las 11:45.
Everest es para edades de 4-12 años. La donación sugerida es $10. Hay becas. Más información llame a
360-696-0181. Uno no tiene que ser miembro de la
iglesia para inscribirse o para recibir becas, así que
inviten a sus vecinos. ¡Marquen sus calendarios!
Siquienes aynday, avísamle.
Ebie Mountford 433-2239
[email protected]
ACTIVIDAD DE JÓVENES
Sábados las 6:00 - 8:00 El 13 y 20 de j unio. Contacte
a Donna por texto 360-609-2180.
Retiro de escuela secundaria 5-11 de
julio, en Pleasant Valley Camp,
Mineral, WA.
Donna Greene y Don Lawry
DIOCESANOS EVENTOS
PARA LOS JOVENES
6-Días Campamento
5-11 de julio Ple asant Valley Cam p, Mineral, WA
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CAMPAMENTO HUSTON
Campamento de Verano 2015
Inscripciones Abiertos Ahora
Para registrar a sus niños, vaya a www.huston.org.
Todas fechas de campamentos se encuentran ahí.
Preguntas, pueden hablar directamente con Alex en
360-793-0441 o [email protected].
CONFIRMACIÓN
La Confirmación es un Sacramento en que uno bautizado mientras niño hace sus votos bautismales frente
a un Obispo y “confirma” la fe que los padrinos y
padres hicieron por su cuenta. Las Clases comienzan
el 2 de agosto, y terminarán cuando el Obispo viene,
18 de octubre, el día de la Fiesta de San Lucas.
¿QUIERE APRENDER INGLÉS
O RUSO?
Estamos invitando personas que quieren practicar
inglés, español y-o ruso en una serie de clases este
verano. Se reúne una vez la semana (martes o jueves)
por 30-45 minutos de diálogo. Los estudiantes de inglés pueden ayudar a anglo-parlantes en español o
ruso, mientras los maestros siguen estudios en inglés. Si está interesado, hable con Stefanie (503)8677289 o P. Jaime (360)606-4285
FLORES DEL ALTAR EN
SAN LUCAS ~ ST. LUKE’S
Ahora se puede hacer una donación de $35 para
regalar las flores del altar en memoria de un querido
difunto o para agradecer por las bendiciones de
Dios. Los formularios se encuentran en el Atrio. Se
incluirá fecha del domingo que quiere dedicar,
nombre en quien lo dedica, como quiere expresar la
dedicación, y el nombre del donador.
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De Brandon Hudson: Doy porque de verdad creo en
el trabajo que la Iglesia está haciendo en nuestra comunidad y en el mundo. Mi contribución regular
ayuda para fundar un número de ministerios locales
y en el mundo, que ayudan a muchas mas personas
que yo solo podría hacer. Esta es la realidad en breve.
De Stefanie Aschmann. ¿Por qué doy a la Iglesia? Me
siento bien al compartir las bendiciones que he recibido para mantener la Iglesia y ayudar a los menos
afortunados.
De Lew Hampton: Es mi manera de decir Gracias a
la Iglesia por los muchos beneficios que recibo de
ella.
¿Qué es tu razón para dar? ¿o estás perdiendo la
oportunidad? Si no has experimentado la bendición
de dar, puedes comenzar hoy. Aproveche
del sistema del internet. Nunca ha sido más
fácil apoyar a tu Iglesia, y por medio de
ella, a tu comunidad.
Sharon Mayhew
JAZZ VESPERTINA
6 de junio en la iglesia. Entrada gratis. La musica
comienza a las 5:50 de la tarde. Traigan amigos, familiars, y vecinos. Todos bienvenidos.
ARTES MANUALES
Este año la venta de Manualidades y Regalos de Navidad será el 21 & 22 de noviembre, la semana antes del Día de Acción de Gracias. No es demasiado temprano para planificar su manualidad. Aun de vacaciones o descansando, puede amarrar algo para vender. Si tienen ideas o sugerencias hazle saber a Joseph Ziemba, [email protected].
Preguntas, llame la oficina 696-0181.
ACOGER UN NIÑO
¿POR QUÉ DAMOS?
Mientras que continúo la exploración de las razones
variables por la cual personas dan a la Iglesia, les
pregunté a la Junta Parroquial las razones porque
ellos dan. Esto es lo que aprendí:
Caridades Catolicas busca familias para hospedar un
niño/a por un tiempo. Niños rescatados de esclavitud sexual o que llegaron no acompañados de otros
países. Son bajo custodia Federal.
Llame a Rosalinda Ramos 253-502-2639
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OUR CURATE IS COMING SOON!
Eliacin Rosario-Cruz will start on July 1,
2015 and remain with us until June 30,
2017, two full years. A curate is a new
priest who is working as fully ordained
with support and supervision in an
existing parish under an experienced
priest.
Charbonneau, Jim Christen, Marsha Colberg, Pam
Gunn, Ellen Hiromura, Lynn Hulse, Susan Marentette, Jane Melhuish, Corinne Routtu. Mary Ellen
Sandberg, Ginger Harris and Lupita Castillo, Lola
Vasquez, and Maricela Prado.
Please thank them for their service, and if you are
interested, please see Carol or Sandra
about joining this important ministry.
Before he arrives Eliacin will be ordained into the
priesthood on Tuesday, June 16, 7PM at St. Mark’s
Cathedral in Seattle. If you’re interested in attending
his ordination please contact the office as there
might be others who would want to carpool.
Contacts: Carol Hiltz (360) 597-3094
Sandra Kimura (360) 693-8518
We are looking forward to Eliacin’s and his family’s
arrival. He is married to Ricci and they have 3 children, Cate (12), Gabriel (8), and Elias (6). They are
currently looking for a house to rent near to the
church: 3-4 bedrooms, 1 ½-2 bathrooms and a yard.
Up to $1800 in rent. Keep on the look-out for a home
for them. If you find a possible home please email
Eliacin at [email protected].
As I continue to explore the various reasons why
people donate to the Church, I asked members of the
Vestry to share the reasons why they give. Here’s
what I learned:
SENIOR WARDEN’S REPORT
This month I’m highlighting the unsung heroes who
work behind the scenes to make sure every regular
service, special service, weddings, quinces and funeral runs smoothly. The Altar Guild works in teams
of 3-4 individuals plus a team of three, who support
the Sunday 1:00 service. Each team is assigned one
week a month and is responsible for all the services
during that week. The team meets Saturday morning
to prepare for the Sunday services. They lay out the
linens and garments, mark the gospel, post the
hymn numbers, prepare the bread and wine, clean
the sacristies, dust the columbarium, replace candles, and place new flowers on the altar, moving the
old flowers to the Narthex or the Columbarium, depending on their condition. One or two members of
the team attend each service, setting up before the
service and cleaning up afterward, taking the soiled
linens home to wash and iron. The current Altar
Guild members are:
Carol Hiltz and Sandra Kimura, co-chairs, Anne
Ammerman, Cheryl Becker, Janet Butler, Barbara
Stefanie Aschmann
WHY DO WE GIVE?
From Brandon Hudson: I give because I genuinely
believe in the work that the Church is doing in our
community and in the world. My regular financial
contribution helps to fund a number of ministries,
both local and abroad, that serve many more than I
could possibly help on my own. I guess that's it in a
nutshell.
From Stephanie Aschmann: Why do I give money
to the Church? It feels right to share the blessings I
have received to keep the Church running and help
those less fortunate than me.
From Lew Hampton: It is my way of saying thanks
to the Church as a whole for the benefits I receive
from it.
What is your reason for giving? Or are you missing
out? If you have not yet experienced the blessing of
giving, you can start today. Check out the e-giving
option on our website—it’s never been
easier to support your local Church and,
through it, your community.
Sharon Mayhew. Vestry Member
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Spiritual Development
CHILDREN'S MINISTRIES
The last session for the 10AM Sunday
School will be May 31, until we start again
in September. But there is summer fun
coming. See below!
Party Time
Join us for an end of the Sunday School Year Party
June 27th from 4:30 to 7:00PM at Fr. Dennis and
Susan Cole's home. 3917 NE 44th St. Vancouver. Hot
dogs and hamburgers provided. Bring side dish such
as fruit, veggies or chips.
There will be games, crafts and lots of fun for the
whole family. Every family welcome whether you
came to Sunday School once or every Sunday.
Vacation Bible School!
This summer kids’ event called
Everest VBS will be hosted at
St. Luke’s ~ San Lucas Episcopal
Church from July 14 to July 17.
At Everest, kids discover what it
means to hold on to God’s
mighty power in everyday life.
Kids participate in memorable
Bible-learning activities, sing
catchy songs, play teamwork-building games, make
and dig into yummy treats, experience one-of-a-kind
Bible adventures, collect Bible Memory Buddies to
remind them of God’s love, and test out Sciency-Fun
Gizmos they’ll take home and play with all summer
long. Each day concludes with a Summit Celebration
that gets everyone involved in living what they’ve
learned. Family members and friends are encouraged
to join in daily for this special time at 11:45 AM.
Everest is for kids from ages 4 to 12 and will run from
9 AM to 12 PM each day. Suggested donation is $10,
scholarships available. Come and join our great
Everest Adventure. Sign up sheets will be available
soon. Mark your calendars and SAVE these dates!
If you want to volunteer please let me know!
Ebie Mountford 360 433-2239 [email protected]
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YOUTH EVENTS
On June 6 we will be attending the
Jazz Vespers, starts at 5:50PM. Youth
Nights are planned for the 13th and
20th 6-8 PM. No youth night on the
27th, due to Donna and other youth
attending the General Convention in Salt Lake City.
Don’t forget High School 6-Day Camp, July 5-11, 2015
at Pleasant Valley Camp, Mineral, WA. The theme
this year is "Rainbow s: God Reigns, the Son Shines".
Donna Greene and Don Lawry
DIOCESAN YOUTH EVENTS
High School 6-Day Camp
July 5-11 Pleasant Valley Cam p, Mineral, WA
Fall High School Youth Conference (HYC)
September 25-27 Good Shepherd , Vancouver
High School Youth to The Episcopal Diocese of
Olympia Annual Convention Nov. 13-14
Lynnwood Convention Center Lynnwood, WA
Fall Junior High School Youth Conference (JYC)
Nov. 20-22 Trinity Episcopal Church, Evere tt
CAMP HUSTON - SUMMER CAMP 2015.
REGISTRATION OPEN!
To register for camp go to www.huston.org . All the
dates are up on the summer camp page. If you have
any questions, please call, Alex 360-793-0441 or email
[email protected]
Keep in mind that Fr. Jaime will be the Camp Chaplain during the July 26-Aug. 1 session
VISUAL ARTISTS GROUP
The Visual Artists of St. Luke's ~ San Lucas will meet
on Monday evening, June 1st, at 6:30 PM in the home
of Dena and Kelly Cassidy: 4520 NE 24th Av , Vancouver, WA 98663. Please RSVP to Dena at 360 695
6079. New members always welcome. As always,
bring new work, articles, info, and ideas! We will discuss next workshop offerings, fieldtrips, progress on
gift card sets, liturgical year projects ...etc. Hope you
are carefully considering a contribution to the 6 card
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note set. Keep creating and looking
forward to catching up with everyone on
June 1st!
Don Lonsbrough
CONFIRMATION - OCTOBER 18
Confirmation Classes will start in August in preparation for Confirmation on October 18th, St. Luke’s
Festival Day. Please let the office know if you want
to be confirmed, received or reaffirmation of faith.
WOMEN’S SPIRITUALITY GROUP
Saturday, June 13 from 10 AM-1 PM. We start with
refreshments and friendly conversation then continue our study and discussion based on the book, The
Story of Ruth: Twelve Moments in Every Woman’s Life
by Joan D. Chittister. This month we will be focusing on the last three chapters of our book, SelfDefinition, Invisibility and Fulfillment. Please bring 1-2
of your favorite quotes from each of these three
chapters. We will celebrate this year of study with a
pot luck salad luncheon. All women are welcome.
Please find the luncheon sign-up sheet in the Narthex. If you have any questions contact any of the
conveners.
Mary Boettcher, Janet Butler , or Kris Lawless
RETIREMENT GROUP
Rev. Chuck Barnes, a retired Lutheran Pastor worshipping now at 10AM service, continues to lead a
coffee fellowship group for those who are retired on
Wednesday mornings. Come join the discussion as
we explore the question of where to shine in retirement while reflecting on the next Sunday’s gospel,
Wednesdays from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM in the Library. Please Note: during the summer we will
meet every other Wednesday, beginning June 10th.
LIFE GOES ON
Life Goes On meets monthly to support those as
they go through the grieving process. Fr.
Dennis Cole facilitates this group. All
are welcome. The group meets off-site at
the Glenwood Place Senior Living (5500
NE 82nd Ave). Next meeting is on Thursday, June 25 at 2PM.
Worship
NOTES FROM THE MUSIC ROOM
We will have a
special treat at the
Jazz Vesper service on
June 6th. John Moak
will be with us for
jazz on the trombone.
He’s a virtuoso on
that instrument and
will give the service
yet another musical
twist. Bring your family, friends and neighbors to the Saturday
evening service. Music begins at 5:50.
The following day, June 7th, will be the final choir
Sunday for the season and the hand bells will also
play for a final time. As usual, I will proclaim that
day “Pat a Church Musician on the Back Sunday” to
thank our volunteer musicians for a wonderful year.
My estimate is that they each put in an average
about 250 hours of volunteer work through the year.
For the group, that adds up to about 5000 hours of
labor. Their summer break is well earned.
I will be away on Father’s Day, June 21st so the guitars of St. Luke’s will lead the music with help from
the voices of some of the choir members. The group
leading music for the Spanish service is also expanding and good things are happening at 1 PM on Sundays as well. Thank you to everyone who has been
involved in making a joyful noise to
the Lord this year at St. Luke’s ~ San
Lucas.
Tim Nickel, Director of Music
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WEDNESDAY NOON SERVICES
In June there are two Wednesdays when there will
NOT be a Holy Eucharist and Healing service at
12:15 PM, June 10 and 17 due to priests’ vacation
schedules. Please mark your calendars.
USHERS AND GREETERS
Ushers and Greeters provide support for Sunday
services and more. You have all seen and been greeted by the ushers and greeters. What do they do?
Ushers and greeters make sure the entry doors are
open, the automatic door is on, people are greeted as
they enter, the lights are on, heat is on, service bulletins are handed out, cushions are available,
restrooms are open, watch for people who may need
assistance, collect and take up the offertory, respond
in emergencies, help direct people during the communion, provide for a more secure building. In addition they clean up the sanctuary after the service,
count the funds collected during the offertory, put
money in the safe, place food offering in the pantry.
This dedicated St. Luke's ~ San Lucas group responds to many requests for service throughout the
year. There is a need for more people to serve as ushers and greeters, if you can serve contact me at 6942941. Training is provided.
Russ Roseberry
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banners
hung in
the Sanctuary of the
Church.
Prior to
Pentecost
Sunday,
the Banner Team (Bob Hiltz, Sandy Geer, Russ &
Claudia Roseberry, John Rowe & Jim Christen, and
John & Jamie Mathieu) raised the red and yellow
banners up on special lines. Back in 2008, our Musical Director at that time, Tim
Drewes, secretly designed and
made the banners. They are
made of a synthetic fiber, tiedyed by Tim, and glued together. With permission, Tim and
his son Isaac climbed ladders to
position the banners. On Pentecost Sunday that year, the conTim Drewes looks
gregation was astounded by the
through Streamers for
beauty and meaning added to
next music queue.
the celebration. Other than during the recent construction, it has been a tradition
each year since then. Thank you Tim Drewes, and
thank you Pentecost Banner Team.
Pat Lawless, Archivist
TAIZÉ
The Taizé service
combines readings,
chant-like songs, silence,
soft light and a unique
chancel display.
Saturday, June 20 at
6:00 PM in the
Chapel of the Blessed
Sacrament. Our theme
this month is
“Hallelujah! ”. Come and
enjoy this unique service.
Out Into The World
BLOOD DRIVE
Thursday, June 11 2 - 7 PM in the
Parish Hall. Schedule your appointment
online at www.redcrossblood.org using
a Sponsor Code of “SaintLukeEpiscopal” or call
1-800-733-2767 or add your name to the sign-up
sheet on preceding Sundays in the Narthex.
A PENTECOST TRADITION
WANT TO LEARN SPANISH
OR RUSSIAN?
We had the joy to experience a Pentecost tradition
again this year in the form of the beautiful streaming
We are inviting people who want to practice English,
Spanish and/or Russian in a trial conversation ses-
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sion this summer. We would probably meet one
night per week after the ESL class (Tuesday or
Thursday) for 30-45 minutes of informal conversation. This would give the ESL students a chance to
be teachers and the English speakers a chance to
practice or learn Spanish or Russian. If you are interested in helping with this experiment please contact
Stefanie Aschmann (503) 867-7289 or Fr. Jaime (360)
696-0181.
INTERNATIONAL FOSTER CARE
Catholic Community Services is expanding the International Foster Care to an office in Vancouver. They
are in desperate need of foster families, singles, married couples or retired. They just need folks who can
open up their hearts and homes to a child in need.
There are needs for short term and long term care
for Unaccompanied Refugee Minors and Victims of
Trafficking. If you would like more information or
are interested in becoming a foster parent please
contact Rosalinda Ramos at her current office in Tacoma, 253-502-2639 or by email, [email protected].
Community Life
COFFEE HOUR
A new Coffee Hour schedule for June 2015-May 2016
will soon be available. We will keep the same schedule as this past year. If there would be an alternate
date to what you had last year please let me know so
I can reserve that Sunday for you. Thanks in
advance, to our June Hosts who will be providing
treats during Coffee Hour.
Judy Morrison, Coffee Hour Coordinator
Coffee Hour Hosts for June
June 7
June 14
June 21
June 28
July 5
Lawless
Butlers
Grads & Dads/Youth Group
Kenoyers
Christen & Rowe
THE LUNCH BUNCH
Our next luncheon will be on Tuesday, June 9 at 12
noon. We welcome anyone who would like to
come to share a interesting trip, experience or hobby.
Just call the church office. Please sign-up if your are
coming and/or if you can help with a dish for the
luncheon. Sign-up sheets are in the Narthex. As
always your friends and neighbors are welcome!
FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE
In June, Doug and Pam Goodlett will
host Friday Night Live on June 19, starting at 6:30pm. This is one week earlier than
usual. The host provides the main course
only and guests bring a dish to share. Guests are responsible for providing their own beverage. Look
for the sign-up sheet and maps in the parish hall. We
always welcome new hosts! Please address any
questions to Ginger or Brad Harris. (971-373-8894) or
[email protected]
ATTENTION SPRING GRADUATES!
We would like to recognize all our grads’ accomplishments on Grads & Dads Sunday, June 21 during
Coffee Hour. If you or a family member will be
graduating from high school, college or trade school
please let us know by adding your name to the signup sheet in the Narthex, contact Donna Greene or
the church office.
A BIRTHDAY PARTY INVITATION
FROM 1897
The following was found in a book kept by a former member, Mrs. Joseph Fletcher. It is shown as it was actually
sent out. The St. Luke’s Auxiliary was basically the STL
Guild or Women’s Group.
“ST. LUKE’S AUXILIARY”
“Request the pleasure of your company at a
‘birthday party’ on Thursday evening,
November 4, 1897, at St. Luke’s Hall.”
“This ‘birthday party’ is given to you,
‘Tis something novel, ‘tis something new;
We send you each a little sack,
Please either send or bring it back
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With as many cents as years you are oldWe promise the number will never be told.
Kind friends will give you something to eat.
And others will furnish a musical treat.
The Social Committee, with greetings most hearty,
Feel sure you’ll attend your own ‘birthday party’.”
Pat Lawless, Parish Archivist
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ADDS
ARTEAGA, Rodolfo & MEDINA, Erica
ARTEAGA, Mateo, Antony
709 SE 139th Ave Vancouver, WA 98683
360-936-7994
CHANGES/CORRECTIONS
BROWN, Greg & Kathleen
Greg’s email: [email protected]
Administrative & Financial
RECTOR’S VACATION SCHEDULE
Father Jaime will be away for continuing education
June 8 - 10 and on vacation June 16 - 20. During his
absence please contact the church office (360-6960181) or Senior Warden, Stefanie Aschmann (503-867
-7289) for pastoral needs.
FRED MEYER COMMUNITY
REWARDS UPDATE
Sign up for the Community Rewards program by
linking your Fred Meyer Rewards Card to
St. Luke’s ~ San Lucas at www.fredmeyer.com/
communityrewards. You can search for us by our
name or by our non-profit number 88487. Then, every time you shop and use your Rewards Card, you
are helping St. Luke’s ~ San Lucas earn a donation!
IT'S TIME TO GET CRAFTY!!
This year's Holiday Craft & Gift Sale will
again be held the weekend before Thanksgiving Day, November 21 and 22. It's not
too early to plan your craft. You could work
on your project this summer. If you have
any ideas or suggestion of items that could be made
please let Joseph Ziemba know at [email protected]
DIRECTORY UPDATES
Are you a new member and would like a parish directory or somehow didn’t receive one? Changes to
your directory information? Please contact Kris in
the church office at 360-696-0181 or by email,
[email protected].
CHAVEZ, Evagelina & GUARDIAN, Jose
505 Ash St #4 Kelso, WA 98626
MARTINEZ, Elizabeth
10019 NE 72nd Cir Vancouver, WA 98662-4006
McCOMB, Natalie
4202 NW Fir St. Vancouver, WA 98660
Mail: P O Box 5984 Vancouver, WA 98668
503-504-4668
PEREZ, Marlene
1000 SE 160th Ave NN324 Vancouver, WA 98683
360-241-5467 [email protected]
ROUTTU, David
13828 B NW 10th Ct Vancouver, WA 98685
SANKO, Samuel & HKARAW, Margaret
1818 E Fourth Plain Blvd #B5
Vancouver, WA 98661
TOSCANO, Daniel & Erin
Add new baby son: Sawyer Michael
HERNANDEZ, Diana & AYALA, Nestor
AYALA, Aandi
6422 NE Fourth Plain Blvd Apt E-5
Vancouver, WA 98661
DELETES
CHACON, Luz Maria & PEREZ, Rubice
TAPIA, Lisbet, Jasmin
No longer attending.
TREASURER’S REPORT
BUDGET SUMMARY
“Dollars and Sense”
At the end of April we expect percentages to
be at 33.3% of budgeted revenue and expense.
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THE MESSENGER EL MENSAJERO
Summary as of April 30, 2015
Total Budget
for the Year
Amounts
Revenues
$432,982
Expenses
$432,982
Net Income
0
Year to Date
Actual
Budget
$190,218
$135,326
$54,892
Percent
of Total
44%
31%
Revenues: Clearly, revenues exceed expenses this
month. These revenues for April are inflated due to
a major gift that was anticipated in the budget.
Expenses: Expenses are under YTD budget projections by $9,001 but this is generally due to health
premiums not being paid in April due to fraud (see
below).
Additional Comments:
Outreach and the Rector’s discretionary accounts are
running below expectations so if you are looking for
places to give, these are two of them.
Unfortunately, the church experienced trouble with
several checks that were stolen in March and cashed
in April. These checks were not received by the intended vendors and one of the checks was washed
and altered on four occasions that we are aware of.
The bank closed our operating account on May 1
and established a new account the same day. We experienced fraud in the total amount of over $3,000
which the bank deposited in our new account because the events were classified as fraud/counterfeit.
Janet Butler has been the lead person to clear up this
messy situation, so be nice to her! Thanks to those
who did not receive their payroll checks on time.
Thankfully, Janet was able to have the bank issue
cashier’s checks for them!
Thanks for your continued financial support of St.
Luke’s ~ San Lucas.
Doug Goodlett, Treasurer
VESTRY SUMMARY - May 2015
POTENTIAL BUILDING PROJECTS: The carports
may be enclosed. The Williams House may add a
bedroom.
FIRST COMMUNION: The Rector and Curate
will start a bilingual First Communion class for 10to 12-year-olds. It will help the kids understand the
service, unify our youth groups, and perhaps bring
in new acolytes.
ALCOHOL POLICY: The Vestry approved a revised alcohol policy. It will be presented at the next
Quarterly Parish Meeting.
PEACE GARDEN: Thanks to Tako Torres for cleaning up this outdoor area.
PARISH HALL CEILING: We have a permit for
repairs. Work will start after Vacation Church
School ends.
PLEDGE CAMPAIGN: Tell Sharon Mayhew if
you want to submit a short Messenger article on
“Why I Give”.
PARISH HALL DISCOUNT: Hipolito wondered if
we had discounts for people who work in the worship services. Fr. Jaime said we have discounts for
members. Other discounts may be worked out with
Fr. Jaime.
SPIRITUAL FORMATION SURVEY: Look for this
in the mail sometime next month.
NURSERY POLICY: The Vestry approved
a formal policy regarding nursery activities
and staffing,
Tom Amies, Vestry Clerk
SUMMER PICNIC A LA MEXICANA
July 12, starting at 11:30 am until 1:15 pm, with no
rain we hope to put up the tables, chairs and umbrellas out on the lawn (I hope there will be a good
lawn by then!) and enjoy a nice hot meal. This fundraiser will be highlighting our Hispanic ministry
which mostly takes place at the 1:00 pm service. Buy
tickets and come enjoy the festivities.
Around the Diocese
& Our Town
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL –
MESSAGE RECEIVED: HEARING GOD’S CALL
Church of the Good Shepherd would like to extend
an invitation to your children to join them for their
annual Vacation Bible School: June 23-25, 2015
THE MESSENGER EL MENSAJERO
9:30 am – 1:00 pm Ages: Entering Kindergarten
through 6th Grade Fall 2015
Cost $10 per child/$25 Family Maximum,
Scholarships Available. Crafts, Games, Bible Stories,
Skits, Singing, Great Snacks & More!
805 SE Ellsworth Road, Vancouver
Adult and Youth Volunteer Opportunities Available
Register by June 7th, go to
www.goodshepherdvancouver.org to download
forms, or contact Kara at 360-892-7770 or email
[email protected]
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SUPPORT THE PEOPLE OF NEPAL
Two major earthquakes have struck Nepal causing
severe damage and loss of life across the small nation. The Episcopal Relief Fund will help meet urgent needs such as food, clean water and shelter, as
well as support for assessment and search and rescue
teams in the initial phase of the disaster, through the
ACT Alliance in Nepal and with our own partners in
surrounding areas including northern India and
southwest China. Following the initial relief phase,
this fund will continue to support longer-term recovery efforts with local partners. You can donate via
the ERD website at https://www.episcopalrelief.org/
NepalRelief
JUNE PRAYER REQUESTS
2015 CYCLE OF PRAYER
Episcopal Diocese of Olympia
Congregations, Ministries & Institutions
June 7
June 14
June 21
Community of the Paraclete;
Little Sisters of St. Clare;
The Third Order of Society St. Francis;
Community of the Lamb;
Brotherhood of St. Andrew
Episcopal Retirement Communities;
Earth Ministry
Episcopal Mission to Seafarers;
Refugee Resettlement Ministry
June 28
Center for Spiritual Development; George:
Center for Community; Underhill House
Episcopal Diocese of Jerusalem & Middle East
Congregations, Ministries & Institutions
June 7
St. John’s School, Haifa, Israel
June 14
Saviour Church, Zarka, Jordan
June 21
Saviour’s School, Zarka, Jordan
June 28
Princess Basma Center for Disabled
Children, Jerusalem
For those celebrating their birthday.
2 - Ellen Hiromura
2 - Ken Andrews
4 - Tony Espinoza
6 - Susan Cole
6 - Jovita Martinez
8 - Rob Yoggerst
9 - Nick Burik
9 - Jenny Roa
10 - Nancy Barnes
11 - Kelly Cassidy
12 - Luz Martinez
12 - Aurelio Torres
13 - Jorge Martinez
13 - Yasmin Casarez
14 - Adaire Coco
14 - Kreta Saathoff
14 - David Barbosa
15 - Herb Femling
15 - MonicaVazquez
17 - Angela Brothers
17 - Francisco Orozco
18 - Les Hunt
19 - Elaine Baker
19 - Peggy Bowe
20 - Kristina Clark
20 - Melanie Rios
21 - Lorrice Tomer-White
21 - Max Pauletto
22 - James Gregg
22 - Dan Lincoln
22 - Angie Samaniego
23 - David Ross
24 - Vicki Holman
24 - Stephen Brown
24 - Karl Hoch
24 - Juan Garnica
25 - Elizabeth Henry
26 - Sebastian Gutierrez
27 - Ramon Samaniego
28 - Barb Jagelski
28 - Deborah McCullum
28 - Diego Prado
20 - Donna Greene
29 - Moses Lehman
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Sunday
Summer Sunday
Schedule
8:00 Holy Eucharist
9:45 Nursery Care
10:00 Choral Eucharist
11:15 Coffee Hour
12:45 Guardería de niños
1:00 Santa Misa
1:30 Clases para niños
Monday
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JUNE
~ JUNIO
2015
THE
MESSENGER
EL MENSAJERO
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
2
Food/Clothes
Outreach
6:30 Visual
Artists
Group at the
Cassidy’s
8
2nd Sunday of
Pentecost
SUMMER SUNDAY
SCHEDULE
4
Food/Clothes Outreach
Food/Clothes Outreach
9:30 Retirement
Group
10:00 E S L Class
12:15 Holy Eucharist
10:00 Helping Hands
9
Food/Clothes
Outreach
12:00 The
Lunch Bunch
3rd Sunday of
Pentecost
15
10
16
4th Sunday of
Pentecost
Food/Clothes
Outreach
22
Office
Closed
23
Food/Clothes
Outreach
GRADS & DADS
SUMMER SUNDAY
SCHEDULE
5th Sunday of
Pentecost
SUMMER SUNDAY
SCHEDULE
12
Food/Clothes Outreach
Food/Clothes Outreach
8:00 Thursday Crew
10:00 Helping Hands
9:30 Retirement
Group
10:00 E S L Class
17
Food/Clothes
Outreach
2:00-7:00
RED CROSS
BLOOD DRIVE
18
10 E S L Class
Final Class with
Party
29
Office
Closed
13
10AM-1PM
Women’s
Spirituality Group
6:00 Youth Group
19
Food/Clothes Outreach
NO HOLY
EUCHARIST
SERVICE TODAY
Food/Clothes Outreach
8:00 Thursday Crew
10:00 Helping Hands
20
24
25
Food/Clothes Outreach
Food/Clothes Outreach
9:30 Retirement
Group
12:15 Holy Eucharist
8:00 Thursday Crew
10:00 Helping Hands
4:00 Staff Meeting
2:00 Life Goes On
(off-site)
Food/Clothes
Outreach
6:30 Friday
Night Live @
the Goodlett’s
Home
6:00 TAIZÉ
26
27
Food/Clothes
Outreach
30
Food/Clothes
Outreach
July 1
July 2
Food/Clothes Outreach
Food/Clothes Outreach
12:15 Holy Eucharist
8:00 Thursday Crew
10:00 Helping Hands
4:00 Staff Meeting
Reminder - If your Ministry group would like to
submit an article for the July-August issue of The
Messenger, please submit your written article on or
before June 21 to the church office or email it to
[email protected] Thank you!
6:00 Youth Group
GENERAL CONVENTION
AT SALT LAKE CITY, UT
4:30-7 PM
SUNDAY SCHOOL
YEAR END PARTY
6:30 Pastoral
Care
MESSENGER
DEADLINE
28
10 E S L Class
Father Jaime’s Vacation
7:00 EliacÍn’s
Ordination into
Priesthood at
St. Mark’s
Cathedral
21
8:00 Thursday Crew
11
Office
Closed
SUMMER SUNDAY
SCHEDULE
6
5:50 JAZZ
VESPERS
NO HOLY
EUCHARIST
SERVICE TODAY.
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Saturday
Food/Clothes
Outreach
6:30 Outreach
Committee
7:00 Adult Choir
Fr. Jaime at Continuing Education
Office
Closed
5
4:00 Staff Meeting
6:00 Handbells
6:30 Vestry
7
3
Friday
July 3
July 4
Food/Clothes
Outreach
Church Office Hours:
9 AM-12 PM and 1 PM-5 PM Tuesday - Friday
If you have any questions about the calendar,
please call the church office, 360-696-0181.
HAVE YOU EVER WONDERED?
THE MESSENGER
“Why do we put flowers on the altar? To remind us,
even in December, of the Easter Springtime that fills
our lives year round; to remind us that even as the
Father cares for the lilies and wild flowers of the
field, probably He cares for us too. Why do we put
the flowers up there? Remember when you were in
love and gave flowers to the One you loved?”
The Rev. Scott Fisher
We invite you to choose a Sunday that has special
meaning to you. Often, more than one person finds a
certain date important so flowers may be given in
more than one name on any given Sunday.
1. Complete a “Altar Flower Dedication” form found
in the Narthex (or below) and put it in the collection plate, mail the form to the office, email the
information to ([email protected]) or
call (696-0181), church office.
2. Pick the week your dedication will appear in the
bulletin, except during Lent.
3. The donation payment is $35. Your dedication will
be featured in the Sunday bulletin and when a
ELmemorial
MENSAJERO
for a loved one(s), mentioned in the13
Prayers for the People. Payment can be by check
(Include “Altar Flowers” on memo line), by credit
card, using our eGiving on our website or cash,
placed in an envelope and labeled with your name
and “Altar Flowers”.
4. Flower donations are tax deductible.
Some reasons for flower dedications:
To glorify God and….
 Memorial: remembrance for loved ones on their
birthday or the anniversary of their death, etc.
 Celebration: commemoration of significant or
spiritual events (baptism, confirmation, ordination etc.)
 Honor: recognition of special person, family, etc.)
 Thanksgiving: gratefulness for family, etc.
If you previously signed up on the flower chart, you
will need to complete and submit our new form.
Any questions, please call Carol Hiltz (360-597-3094)
or Sandra Kimura (360-693-8518).
The Messenger ~ El Mensajero
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THE MESSENGER EL MENSAJERO
Prepared by:
St. Luke’s Episcopal Church ~ San Lucas Iglesia Episcopal
426 East Fourth Plain Boulevard
Vancouver, WA 98663
Non-Profit
U.S. Postage Paid
Vancouver, WA
Permit No. 804
Request delivery by dates: May 29 - June 2
Return Service Requested
Current Resident or
St. Luke’s Episcopal Church
San Lucas Iglesia Episcopal
The Rev. Jaime Case, Rector
The Rev. Dennis Cole, Associate Clergy
The Rev. Jerry Lonergan, Associate Clergy
Doug Goodlett, Treasurer
Janet Butler, Assistant Treasurer
Tim Nickel, Music Director
Kris Lawless, Parish Administrator
www.stlukesvancouver.com
(360) 696-0181
FAX (360) 696-0182
Email: [email protected]
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/St-Lukes-San-Lucas
Senior Warden: Stefanie Aschmann
Junior Warden: Lew Hampton
VESTRY MEMBERS:
Hipolito Casarez, Kathryn Gallaher,
Brandon Hudson, Sharon Mayhew,
Michael Morrison, Ricardo Romagosa,
Kreta Saathoff, Joseph Ziemba
Clerk of the Vestry: Tom Amies
Chancellor: F. James Mayhew
St. Luke’s – San Lucas is a bilingual Episcopal Church serving Vancouver and Southwest Washington since 1853.
Our vision is to answer God’s call to be an Anglo-Hispanic faith community that works together to share the love of
Christ. With the guidance of the Holy Spirit, our mission is to extend hospitality to all, to respond to human need
through service, and to grow in faith together.