Manna Tonight!

Potluck Meal begins at 5:30 pm

Programming begins at 6:15 pm

Guest Susan Sanders, Principal of OJ Semmes Elementary, will be with us to discuss our partnership with OJ Semmes and ways we can help.

Tonight is also Halloween Themed! The Parish Hall will be decorated and we request that your potluck items be Halloween themed!

Requested Potluck Meal Items:

Last Name A-O: Main or Side

Last Name P-Z: Dessert

(Next week - A-O: Dessert , P-Z: Main or Side)

Community Yoga Cancelled

The Community Yoga event that was scheduled for tomorrow, October 30, has been cancelled. Stay tuned for future events.

Wednesday, October 29

9:00 am - Bible Study

10:30 am - Yoga

11:30 am - Centering Prayer - Chapel

5:30 pm - Manna Meal

6:15 pm - Manna Programming

Saturday, November 1

5:30 pm - Holy Eucharist Rite II - Chapel

Sunday, November 2

8:00 am - Holy Eucharist Rite I - Church

9:20 am - No Faith Forum

10:00 am - Godly Play - Classrooms

10:00 am - Nursery opens

10:30 am - Holy Eucharist Rite II - Church

Faith Forum

Reminder - There will be no Faith Forum this weekend.

Parish Election

The Parish Election will be held on Saturday, November 15 and Sunday, November 16 (after the 8:00 am and 10:30 am services.) Please visit the Parish Hall this weekend to view bios of the nominees we have so far.

Caravan

We are excited to announce the 69th annual Christmas Caravan, taking place on Friday, December 5th, and Saturday, December 6th. Mark your calendars now for this festive event! Both days will showcase the Arts and Crafts Show, the Bake Shop, the Country Market, and the always-popular Silent Auction. Food lovers can look forward to “Grillin’ on the Lawn,” featuring burgers, hot dogs, and more. Additionally, indoor concessions will offer delicious options such as chicken salad croissant sandwiches and other treats throughout both days.

The Arts and Crafts Show is quickly filling up, with only a few indoor spaces still available. Several spots remain on the covered porch, and there is plenty of room outside. Many of our favorite vendors from previous years are returning to participate. If you know someone interested in joining as a vendor, all necessary information and the application can be found on the church website at scpen.org.

We are currently seeking items for the Silent Auction. If you have something to contribute, or if you have connections with local businesses, please consider reaching out for donations. Gift certificates from restaurants and other service establishments are especially popular. Each year, our wine baskets are a highlight of the Silent Auction. There will be a large basket in the Parish Hall on Sundays for collecting wine donations for these baskets. All proceeds from the Silent Auction will benefit charities in our community.

We extend our thanks to everyone who has already volunteered to help with Caravan. If you would like to volunteer or have questions about the event, please contact Val Cole at 850-572-7742 or vacole@bellsouth.net, or Pat Fogg at 850-384-4800 or plfogg@aol.com. More information about Caravan will be shared soon. We have a table set up next to the Godly Play room in the nursery hallway for anyone wishing to bring in donations. For questions regarding donations, please contact Dwain Dillard at 850-530-2246 or ddil601@comcast.net.

If you have any questions about donations or need any additional information, please contact Dwain Dillard at (850) 530-2246 or ddil601@comcast.net

Parish Profile

The Parish Profile is complete and available to view on our website.

JUST Pensacola

Upcoming Dates

Mark your calendars for these upcoming JUST Pensacola events. More details to come:

Nov. 18th @ 6:00 pm - Research to Action Kick Off - open to all

February, date TBA - Network Meeting - open to all

March 3 @ 6:00 pm - Team Assembly - only team leaders

March 24 @ 6:00 - Rally - open to all

April 21 or 28 - Nehemiah Action - open to all

May 19 - Team Assembly - for team leaders

June 2 @ 6:00 pm - Celebration - all network members

Children and Families Ministry

See you for Midweek Manna tonight!

Dinner at 5:30 pm and activities start at 6:15 pm.

Youth News

EYC meets tonight, Wednesday, October 29!

It is Halloween themed night at Manna!

Please text or email Andie Trahan with any questions.

(518) 229-5405 or EYC@scpen.org

Happening #63

February 6-7, 2026

at St. Christopher's

Registration is now open for Happening #63.

Happening is a weekend retreat for teens in grades 9th-12th led by teens under the guidance of adult leadership. It’s a weekend of renewal, connection, and joy where high school students discover how their faith meets real life. Through music, laughter, talks, small groups, and powerful moments of worship, participants (“Happeners”) experience the love of Christ and the support of a caring Christian community.

HAPPENING WEBPAGE - read more details about Happening and register!

HAPPENING ANNOUNCEMENT - learn how you can help encourage teenagers to attend!

And if you know of a high schooler who has already been a Happener, encourage them to serve on the Happening Staff.

The cost is $75. Scholarships are available. For questions or financial assistance, please contact our Happening Coordinator, Meghan Johnson, at meghantj02@gmail.com.

Center for Sacred Space Event

Behind the Scenes with Composers for The Chosen

November 2, 2025, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Sanctuary | Gulf Breeze United Methodist Church

Join us for an evening with Dan Haseltine and Matt Nelson, the music composers for the hit series The Chosen. Hear stories about their musical inspiration, deep dive into their creative process, and explore their integration of faith and art. The evening will include special musical performances and a lively Q&A! 

What to Expect:

Opener: White Tie Rock Ensemble (A Rock Tribute Band)

A look into the creative process behind The Chosen’s soundtrack

Live demonstrations of unique instruments used in the show 

Musical performances by Matt Nelson

Personal reflections on faith, purpose, and artistic calling

Interactive Q&A with the audience

For more information and to purchase tickets, click here.

Beloved Community Grant Awarded to the Commission on Racial Justice and Reconciliation

The Commission on Racial Justice and Reconciliation of the Episcopal Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast has been awarded a $15,000 Beloved Community Grant from the Executive Council of The Episcopal Church to support the Africatown Truth and Education Initiative (ATEI).

Read all about the grant, here.

Diocesan Emails

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