October 25, 2026

Twenty-Second Sunday After Pentecost
 

The flowers on the Altar are given by Frank and Karen Ertel in remembrance of Diane Ruszler..

ALL ARE WELCOME! Come to Coffee Hour in the Parish Hall following the 10 a.m. service! If you are visiting, please sign the guest register and fill out one of our WELCOME cards found on the back of the pew and place it in the offering plate. We treasure your presence with us!

Service Schedule
8:00 am Eucharist, less formal
10:00 am Rite 2 service (broadcast LIVE, click here to watch)

2027 Stewardship Campaign –“From Saints to Thanks”
From All Saints’ Day to Thanksgiving, we will once again give thanks for the people, ministries, and traditions that have made St. Paul’s what it is today—and consider how our gifts can help carry that legacy forward.

How can I make a Stewardship pledge? In the next few days, you will receive in the mail a stewardship packet from St. Paul’s. Included in the packet is a stewardship pledge card. Simply complete the card and return it to St. Paul’s by mail or you can drop it off in the office. We are grateful for the generous spirit that helps us thrive together. 

Sunday, November 1
 Daylight Saving Time Ends
Saturday night, remember to turn your clocks back one hour before you go to bed — we get an extra hour of sleep!

Sunday, November 1
All Saints’ Sunday—Names to be Remembered
Please fill out the form with any names you would like included in our “necrology," to be read out loud on Sunday, Nov. 2. Additional forms can be found in the office. Last date to turn in names is Tuesday, October 27.  Click here to download form.  

Saturday, Nov. 7, 12-4 pm, Parish Hall
 St. Paul’s Upcycle Kids Exchange
We are excited to announce the first annual St. Paul’s Upcycle Kids Exchange! We will be accepting gently used kids clothes, shoes, toys, books and equipment (no car seats please) in the Parish Hall from Sept. 1 through Oct. 25. Donations can be dropped into the two large black bins labeled “kids donation” on the counter top inside the Parish Hall. Please reach out to Karna Murphy (707-332-6845) or Heather Hannan-Kramer (650-450-1035) with any questions, potential donations, or volunteer availability. Thank you in advance for helping make this inaugural event a huge success in our greater Healdsburg community!

Monday, November 9, 6-8 pm, Parish Hall
 Men’s Group Fellowship and Dinner
Join us for a time of fellowship, feasting, and community. Bring a side dish to share and any wine, beer, or sodas you wish to drink. Please RSVP by Sunday, Nov. 8--call church office 707.433.2107.

Wednesday, November 11, 5:30 pm, Moss Room in Paul Mahder Gallery
 Lectio Divina and Potluck Dinner
This service is a contemplative time of reflection and prayer followed by a potluck dinner, led this month by Adam Shemper, a photographer, writer and psychotherapist based in Healdsburg. Adam is currently working on a project about his family and their six-month journey, in 2023, through the cancer treatment and death of their young daughter Nia. He is combining photographs with journal entries to tell the story of their love, loss and ongoing work to recover a sense of wholeness.

Sunday, November 15, 5:00 pm, St. Paul’s Church
 Hymn Festival and Choral Concert
Come hear St. Paul’s choir and the Wind Ensemble and sing favorite hymns like The Church is One Foundation, Lift High the Cross, Rejoice the Lord is King.

Saturday, November 21, 10 am – 2 pm, Parish Hall
 ECW Holiday Boutique
Jewelry: Please continue to bring in your donations of jewelry for the pricing committee to work on pricing and packaging.
Donations: Beginning October 20, drop off at the church office “consignment quality” collectibles, hand-crafted items, children’s toys and games, textiles and accessories, small gift baskets, rubs and dressings, quality kitchen items, and seasonal decorations (no books, furniture, or basic glassware).
Baked Goods and Candies: Deliver baked goods and candies on Friday, Nov. 20 during office hours, 10 am-4 pm.

Coffee Hour Opening
The following date is available for sign up—November 1. Remember it doesn’t need to be fancy —something sweet & something savory will be very appreciated by all!

Stocking the Tiny Food Pantry
In front of the Parish Hall main entrance is St. Paul's Tiny Food Pantry. Similar to the tiny book libraries scattered across town, the pantry is stocked with donated food and is available for anyone to help themselves. The food is quickly taken, practically needing daily refilling. If every Sunday each parishioner brought a SINGLE ITEM (non-perishable), that would make a huge difference keeping the pantry stocked. Just as you enter the church, there is a basket for food donations. During the service, the basket will be brought up for a blessing.

Community Ministry Update

Needed Items:  Water

Year to Date: 1,004 showers and 2,589 lunches

Weekly Sunday Dinner: 50 – 60 meals per week

Hosted by Healdsburg Shared Ministry at St. Paul's

Thank you for your ongoing donations of food on Sunday morning to stock St. Paul's Tiny Food Pantry!

Small Church, Big Heart, Big Impact

Ask us how you can get more involved! (707) 433-2107

Worship Ministries

 

What: Worship is something we do together as the people of God. Each Sunday, lay worship ministers help our priests lead, support, and offer welcome as our congregation celebrates the Holy Eucharist. There are several ways to serve:

Ushers are the welcoming face of St. Paul’s. They greet worshipers, distribute bulletins, assist with seating, count the congregation, guide the offertory, and help people come forward for Communion. They also help with the practical details that keep our worship running smoothly.

Acolytes/Crucifers assist the celebrant throughout the liturgy. They carry the processional cross, light and extinguish the altar candles, assist with the offertory and preparation of the altar, ring the bells during the Consecration, and assist with the sacred vessels following Communion.

Lectors proclaim the appointed Scripture readings during the Liturgy of the Word and, at designated services, lead the congregation in the Psalm. Preparation is encouraged so that Scripture may be proclaimed clearly, thoughtfully, and with reverence.

Eucharistic Ministers assist the celebrant in the distribution of the Holy Eucharist, serving the consecrated wine from the chalice. They also help ensure that those unable to come forward can receive Communion in their pew.

Choir/Music Ministry enriches our worship through Choir and instrumental music, helping our congregation pray, reflect, and rejoice together. Click here for a full summary of this uplifting ministry from our Ministry of the Month highlight in August, or contact Paul Blanchard by email for more information.

Altar Guild prepares and cares for the altar and worship space, helping create a reverent setting for prayer and worship. Through quiet service and fellowship, members prepare God’s church to His glory. Stay tuned for a full highlight of this ministry next month, or contact Shelley by email or 707-953-5824 for more information.

Time Commitment: Serve up to 2 times per month, or as often as your schedule allows.

Who: Lay worship ministry may be a good fit for someone who is dependable, attentive, and comfortable serving as part of a team. Ushers should enjoy welcoming people and helping with practical details. Acolytes must be able to process while carrying a heavy cross, as well as be comfortable moving through the liturgy with focus and reverence. Lectors should enjoy reading aloud and preparing carefully to proclaim Scripture clearly. Eucharistic Ministers should approach Communion with reverence, care, and a willingness to serve others quietly. Many of these roles are great for young adults and high schoolers!

Choir Rehearsal 
Tuesday,  6:30 – 8:30 p.m., St. Paul’s Church

Bible Study 
Wednesday, 12:00 p.m., Parish Hall
We study the lectionary texts for the upcoming Sunday. Can't join in-person? Call the office at (707) 433-2107 and we will make arrangements for you to join us remotely by FaceTime.

Service of Healing & Mass in the Moss Room, An altar in the world
Wednesday, 5:30 p.m. 
Paul Mahder Gallery, 222 Healdsburg Ave.
Second Wednesday of each month we have a Lectio Divina followed by a potluck dinner.

Giving to St. Paul's
Your financial donations in support of our ongoing ministries at St. Paul's are gratefully received year-round. You may make them securely online here, drop them off at the church, or mail them to us at 209 Matheson St, Healdsburg, CA 95448. Please contact us with any questions.