St. Francis News

St. Francis Episcopal Church

726 Maple Street,

Denham Springs, LA 70726

Rev. Margaret L. Sullivan, Rector

The Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost

Proper 17

August 30, 2026

Service of Holy Eucharist

Rev. Maggie Sullivan

Exodus 3:1-15

Psalm 105:1-6, 23-26, 45c

Romans 12:9-21

Matthew 16:21-28

We look forward to worship and fellowship with you!

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Calendar of Events

UPCOMING EVENTS

Sun. Aug. 30 - 5th Sunday Potluck. All are welcome. Bon Appetit

Sun. Aug. 30 - 9am Sunday School Planning Mtg

Sun. Aug. 30 - Ladies Social - 5:00 - 7:00 "Expect Frivolities!"

September 4–6 -- Little Box of Good News Family Camp at Solomon Center

Sun. September 13 - 9 am Sunday School starts. Exciting activities & learning every Sunday.

September 13 – 11:40am Cameron Hall - All Newcomers/Inquirers Welcome. Join us to learn more about membership at St. Francis

This Sunday, August 30 - Fifth Sunday Potluck !

Join us after 10 am service for fellowship and good food! Suggestions below, or bring your specialty!

Suggested contributions for last names beginning:

A-B — side dishes; C-E — drinks; F-J — desserts; K-Z — main dishes.

St. Francis ECW Ladies' Gathering: Sunday, August 30

5-7 pm -- Expect Frivolities!

We are celebrating the wonderful women of St. Francis Church! All women are invited to join us for fun and fellowship! More details forthcoming. We look forward to seeing you all on Sunday evening, August 30th.

Ministry Moments at St. Francis

Last week we heard from Judy Guerra about service on the Altar Guild. (Thanks, Judy!) In the weeks ahead we will be hearing from other folks about their active participation at St. Francis. You will hear about what they do here and why they do it. Please consider the many ministries available here and pray about finding your place among them. We welcome all inquiries! All ministries require some training; for some this is done "on-the-job" partnered with someone experienced, others require certification of training to go to the diocesan office.

Begin to look around and join in prayer to find the place God calls you to serve.

WEDNESDAY EVENINGS

at 6:30 pm

The Wired Word Discussion Group lessons show how the Bible is alive and applicable here and now.

Each week a Bible study lesson will be emailed out to those who have signed up to participate. (If you want to pick up a printed copy instead, call the office, and we'll have one ready to pick up.)

The Path: A Journey Through the Bible by Melody Wilson Shobe & David Creech

THURSDAY 9/3 at 10 am Chapter 4

Joseph Had a Dream

It's never too late to join in! Available as PDF here.

Bishop Shannon Duckworth will be visiting St. Francis on November 15, 2026

If you wish to be confirmed, received or reaffirm your faith on that day, application forms are due. Form available in office or on white sign-up station in J-M Hall.

To learn more about Confirmation, Reception, and ReAffirmation, click here or see Rev. Maggie

Birthdays

Jeff Guerra 8/30; Joyce Sweet 9/3; Ellen Ballow Bennett 9/4; Conrad Pulliam 9/5

Anniversaries

Charles and Robin Burrell - August 30

If we have missed your birthday or anniversary, please let us know to correct our files. We love to mark your special days, to pray for you and celebrate with you!

The flowers that grace the altar this Sunday are given in thanksgiving for our

family by Ed and Janet Ballow.

PARISH PRAYER LIST

EDOLA Cycle of Prayer

St. Anna's Episcopal Church, New Orleans, Anna's Place.

William H. Terry Chapel and Dodwell House Community Resource Center.

Special Needs and Concerns:

Amanda, Becky & Mike Barbier, Becky & Pat Gautreaux, Bill Gleason, David Roshto,

Evelyn Holden, Evie and Tim, Jay Brooks, Judy & Gene Knecht and family,

Laura, Maudeann Evans, Mike Picou, Dianne & Jerry Gill, Don Verdicanno,

Jennifer Evans, Mary Potts, Prosanta Chakrabarty, Sue Howes and family

Remembering those serving in the Armed Forces and Law enforcement:

August Perez V, Jason Lacy, Nathan Nicolas, Jim Wingate

We Remember the Faithful Departed :

Joann Porter, Jack Schiff, Terry Howes, Gary DeBlieux, Barbara Martin,

Sidney Holt III, Bill Baumgardner, Will Oliver, Walter " Dru" Hawkins, Mary Bell

Anniversaries of the Faithful Departed:

William Thomas, IV 9/3 (son of Janie Rainey)

A NOTE ON PRAYERS & PASTORAL CARE:

If you wish to add names to our prayer list, please remember to keep us informed of any updates and prayers fulfilled. Names will be on the list for two weeks unless otherwise requested. Call the office Tues-Friday 10-2pm, or email Rev. Maggie rector@stfrands.org
If you are ill or would like a pastoral visit from Rev. Maggie, please call or email her to schedule a visit. rector@stfrands.org.