E-News

10/28/26

Twenty Third Sunday

After Pentecost

St. Paul's is buzzing with activity this week! We have baptisms, special holidays, community events and workshops.

"Through love, serve one another."

- Galatians 5:13

An Extra Special Family to Family this Friday, Oct 30!

Our F2F outreach ministry will be serving up this coming Friday.

9:30 am - prep and 11:15 am serve.

303 N. Ventura Avenue

Please reach out to Dan Wakelee if you have any questions.

Dia de los Muertos

(Day of the Dead)

On Sunday, November 1st, we will have an altar for Day of the Dead and a prayer wall in Kahler Hall sponsored by Latino Engagement. Please bring photos or mementos of deceased loved ones to honor and remember.

If you would like to bring items before the event, of if you would like to help set up for this event starting the week before, please see:

Joanne Wakelee (805-216-2853) or

Virginia Hernandez (805-670-7049).

Community Event

Several organizations that share our space will also have ofrendas and we hope that you will make them feel at home. Additionally we will have some traditional Michoacan dancers from Inlakech Cultural Center from Oxnard with us.

This is a fantastic opportunity to welcome and host so many in our community, which has been a goal echoed by the church body for quite some time. We are having 3 baptisms and are hosting dancers and their family members as well as other community members who will be setting up ofrendas. What an amazing occasion! We need your help pulling it off!

Below are a few more things we need. Please consider signing up:

· Conchas (20 more)

· Potted Marigolds (10-20)

Contact Laura Andrews or Fr. Anthony with questions.

Special Note: No Incense Will Be Used on Sunday
Out of concern for our siblings in Christ for whom incense smoke poses health issues, we will not be utilizing incense in our Sunday morning worship services. We look forward to worshiping with you on Sunday!

And Join Us on All Souls Day at 5:30pm for a Quiet Service of Remembrance

Commemorating All Faithful Departed

For centuries, it has been customary in the Church to remember the vast body of the faithful who, though no less members of the company of the Saints, are unknown in the wider fellowship of the Church. St. Paul's has carried on this tradition of prayerful remembrance of the loved ones of our own community.

Join us for a special time of prayer, remembrance, and community.
All of the names we have gathered in remembrance of those we love but see no longer will be read aloud during the service.

5:30pm in the Church

Monday, November 2nd

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During our Plenty Good Room season of stewardship, we are reflecting on God’s abundance and our call to make space for all. There is room for everyone at God’s table.

Generosity is our grateful response to God’s gifts. This week, we reflect on our commitments of time, talent, and treasure — offerings that sustain the life of this parish.

If you are ready to make your pledge for 2027, one easy option is to set it up online. Click the button below or scan the QR code to get started!

Pledge for 2027

The Digital Disciples are back!

After a hiatus, St. Paul's social media team is reviving, and we're looking for new members to help share the life of our parish with our community and beyond.

Do you love taking photos at church events?

Are you the one who always knows what's trending on Instagram or Facebook?

Do you believe social media can be a force for good, a way to spread welcome, hope, and the Good News?

Then we'd love to have you!

No professional experience is needed, just a good eye, a willing heart, and a desire to help tell our story. To learn more or sign up, please contact Rose at rosemariehaydensmith@gmail.com or 805.794.1665

First Monday Book Club

Hi Happy Readers!

This month's book is Mad Mable by Sally Hepworth. It is a twisty tale of justice, redemption, and one irrepressible woman who's not done breaking the rules just yet. After all, no one ever suspects children or old ladies of murder. Elsie is an eighty-one year old quick witted resident of a quiet Melbourne suburb when a precocious seven year old neighbor forces herself into Elsie's home and life. This is an engaging, fast-paced story. Enjoy!

We meet again on Monday, November 2nd.

- Paula Robertson

S.I.N.G. with the Birds!

Our ministry of nature enthusiasts, Spirituality in Nature Group, invites you to another adventure!

The fall bird migration is in full swing. Join us for another visit to the Ventura Harbor ponds for a bird walk led by our amazing birding friend Russell Galipeau, followed by a Eucharist for those who are interested.

We will meet at 4:00 pm at the ponds (located on Angler Court at the Harbor) on November 11. Because this is a holiday there will be paid parking in some harbor lots. If parking is full, on Angler Court free parking is still available at the lot for the Safe Harbor before you reach the boatyard on Spinnaker Drive.

-- Dan Wakelee

This Sunday's Gospel

11/01/26

Matthew 5:1-12

The Beatitudes

Believe: An Advent Journey with Ted Lasso

As we move from Thanksgiving toward Christmas, join us for a five-week conversation-inspired by the hit series Ted Lasso. Through short video clips, Scripture and good conversation, we’ll explore welcome, gratitude, hope, peace and joy: what it means to share a table, to believe when things look bleak, to forgive, and to be accompanied in hard times.

You don’t need to know anything about soccer, or to have seen the show! (However, watching Season 1 would enhance the conversation)

When: Tuesday evenings, Nov 17, Nov 24, Dec 1, Dec 8 and Dec 15

Time: 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm

Where: Community Room

Led by: Fr. Anthony and Anna Darby

Questions? Anna Darby anna.f.darby@gmail.com

All are welcome. Bring a friend.

A Thanksgiving Gathering

at St. Paul's

Wednesday, November 25

@ 3:00 pm

This Thanksgiving Eve, we invite our parish family and invited friends to gather at St. Paul's for a Thanksgiving liturgy followed by a potluck dinner.

Thanksgiving is a time to pause, give thanks for the many blessings in our lives, and celebrate the gift of community. We hope this gathering will be an opportunity for us to share a meal, enjoy one another's company, and make room at the table for everyone -- including those whose family may not be nearby this year. If you know of someone who is going to spend Thanksgiving alone -- please extend a warm invitation to join us.

Turkey, gravy and dressing will be provided. We invite everyone to bring a favorite side dish, salad, vegetable, or dessert to share.

Come as you are, bring a dish if you can, and bring your gratitude. Everyone is welcome at the table. Please click on the button below to RSVP and to sign-up for a dish you plan to bring.

--The Rev. Canon Anthony Guillén

RSVP and Sign-Up

Ministry Leaders: Missing Your Poster or Signage?
Deacon Drew has all of the ministry posters and presentation boards that were not picked up after Story Day. If you would like to save your ministry signage for re-use, please talk to or email Deacon Drew to retrieve it. Unclaimed signage will be discarded in coming weeks.

If you have any pastoral care or spiritual needs, or prayer requests for our Pastoral Care Team, please do not hesitate to let the office know or email us at our Pastoral Care email address: pastoralcare@saintpaulsventura.org. And please know that we hold you in our prayers.

Our Clergy

The Rev. Canon Anthony Guillen

Priest-in-Charge

In the Office Tuesdays and Wednesdays

Email Fr. Anthony

The Rev. Drew Darby

Deacon, Pastoral Care

In the Office Tuesdays

Email Deacon Drew

The Rev. Vicki Mouradian

Bible Study

On Campus for Bible Study Thursday Mornings

Email Rev. Vicki

Prayers

Almighty and merciful God,

We give you thanks for the gift of life and for the blessings that surround us each day. Grant us health of body, peace of mind, and happiness of heart. When we are weary, renew our strength; when we are troubled, give us courage and peace; and when we are joyful, remind us to be grateful for your abundant blessings.

Guide us in all that we do, keep us mindful of those who need our care, and help us to share kindness, compassion, and love with one another. May your grace sustain us, your wisdom guide us, and your presence remain with us always.

Through Jesus Christ our Lord.

Amen.

Daily Prayer Services

Book of Common Prayer

Save the Dates

Regular Weekly and Monthly Meetings

First Monday Book Club, 5:30 pm online (1st Monday of the month), next 11/2
Family to Family, 9:30 am prep, 11:15 am serve, 303 N. Ventura Ave. (3rd Monday of the month), next 11/16
Men's Group Bible Study, 6 pm, Rincon Brewery in Ventura (every Tuesday)
Women’s Journey in Faith Group, 5:30 pm, Library (2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month), next 10/27 & 11/10
Finance Meeting (3rd Wednesday of the month), next 11/11
Vestry Meeting (4th Wednesday of the month), October Meeting is postponed to Nov 4th
Buildings and Grounds Meeting, @ 1pm, library (monthly on Tuesdays), next - 11/17
Thursday Bible Study, 10 am, Library (every Thursday)
Men's Group Breakfast, 7 am, Black Bear Diner (every Friday)
Women's Bible Study, 9 am, on Zoom (every Friday)
Children's Choir Practice, 11:45 am, Choir Room (every Sunday)
Fair Trade Sale, after church in Kahler Hall (monthly on the 3rd Sunday; next 11/15)

Events up ahead

Fall Series: The Track Less Taken, with Rev. Drew Darby, Tuesday Evenings @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Pickup Evening Prayer with Rev. Drew Darby, Thursdays @ 5:30 pm, Labyrinth
10/31/26 Mutual Ministry Review
11/01/26 All Saints Day, Day of the Dead, and Baptisms
11/02/26 All Souls Service, 5:30 pm
11/08/26 Newcomer Luncheon
11/15/26 After the Amen; every third Sunday @ 12 noon, Community Room
11/17/26 New Series: Believe: And Advent Journey with Ted Lasso
11/25/26 Thanksgiving Gathering, @3pm, Kahler Hall
11/29/26 First Sunday of Advent
12/06/26 Second Sunday of Advent
12/13/26 Third Sunday of Advent; Lessons and Carols
12/20/26 Fourth Sunday of Advent; Cookie Exchange; Greening the Sanctuary
12/24/26 Christmas Pageant @ 4pm; Christmas Eve Service @ 10pm
12/25/26 Christmas Day Service
01/09/27 Rev. Drew Darby's Ordination to the Priesthood - SAVE THE DATE