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THE WEEKLY E-PISTLE
News & Updates
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"Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one's life for one's friends."
John 15:13
"But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint."
Isaiah 40:31
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SERVING THIS SUNDAY
Celebrant: Rev. Matthew McDermott
Preacher: Rev. Lauren P. McCombs
Deacon: Rev. Lauren P. McCombs
Organist: Lauren Wittine
Acolyte: Louise Delafield
Altar Guild: Mary Soubirous
Greeter: Casey McKibben
Usher: Casey McKibben
Lesson: Angela Hey
Epistle: Andy Pflaum
Intercessor: Courtney Kingston Pflaum
LEM: Chris Creed
Audio-Visual: Angela Hey, Lincoln M., Eamon M.
Flowers: Pam Kaufmann
Coffee Hour: Terra Terwilliger
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Sunday, November 8
Church Service 10:00 am
Coffee hour 11:00 am
Wednesday, November 11
Parish office closed
in observance of Veterans Day
Women's Spirituality 10:00 am
Thursday, November 12
Sip & Savor 6:00 pm
Children's choir rehearsal 6:30 pm
Adult choir rehearsal 7:30 pm
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Pray for the special needs of our congregation and lift up the following individuals to God in prayer:
Remembrance
Steve Millard, Mary Jo Hossfeld, Courtney Terwilliger, Kenneth Sletten, Mary Sox, June Mustain, Eleanor Robinson Hartwig, Annie Jennings, Frances C. Hunt, Gardner Bullis, John Livingston, Renee McCreery Moore, Carl Newcomb
Healing
Mark Flegel, Eric Midiere, Ward Paine, Barbara Creed, Chet Wrucke, Trish, Allison Grey, Rev. Davidson Bidwell-Waite, John Terwilliger, Lisa Bonfield, Stannye Llewellyn, Bruce McCombs, Dede Jamison, George Mallinckrodt, Peggy Dubes
Celebrations
Birthdays:
Annie Pflaum, Robert Ells, Sebastian Crawford, Olive Van der Staay, John William Gregory, Arlo Bakken
Anniversaries:
Rev. Matthew & LeeAnne McDermott
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Photo of the Week
Beautiful floral arrangements by Pam Kaufmann for our All Saints’ Day celebration. A heartfelt expression of remembrance, love, and gratitude. A heartfelt expression of remembrance, love, and gratitude.
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Dear family and friends,
November ushers in our Annual Stewardship Month, a season of gratitude, reflection, and commitment to sustaining the life of our church. We invite you to prayerfully consider the blessing of our community and how you can support its continued vitality.
Our goal for 2027 is to receive 70 donations and raise $375,000. This translates to an average gift of $5,400 per donor. Some will need to give less, others will be able to give more, but please know that every gift matters no matter the amount. The good news is that in working together, as a hopeful community, we can all help to reach our goal!
This year, we’ve made it even easier to pledge:
- Pledge online at www.ccpvw.org
- Use the pledge cards available in the Narthex or that you receive in the mail.
- You can mail them in or drop off at the church.
Let’s come together as a community to achieve this important goal.
With Gratitude for your Generosity and Support
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By Popular Demand!
Many of you have asked Rev. Matt for the lyrics to the second song from last week’s sermon. We are delighted to share them with you:
Saints and Angels
by The Waterboys
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This is a wide world we travel
And our paths rarely cross
And we do a whole lot of living
In between
So come and share
More than time
We'll put our cares
Far behind
While we sail
The ship that never goes to sea
It could be months
It could be years
Before we find each other
Once again standing here
So until then my friend
I have a wish for you
Many hearts
To keep you warm
Many lights
To guide you through the storm
And may the saints and angels
Watch over you
And may the saints and angels
Watch over you
And may the saints and angels
Watch over you
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Join Deacon Lauren for a
Second Harvest Fundraiser
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Grace Cathedral:
AURA
Experience Grace Cathedral in a new light. AURA is an immersive sound and light installation that transforms the cathedral into a space for reflection, wonder, and contemplation.
Visitors are invited to explore the cathedral at their own pace while surrounded by music and luminous artwork.
For dates, tickets, and additional information, visit www.auragracecathedral.com
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Women’s Spirituality Group meets on Wednesday mornings from 10:00 am to 11:30 am via Zoom.
Our next book is "Living the Questions: The Wisdom of Progressive Christianity" by David M. Felten and Jeff Procter-Murphy.
Past books from our study are available in the church library under the Women’s Spirituality section, and all are welcome to borrow and continue exploring our shared readings.
Contact Mary Jennings at emjennings@aol.com for more information.
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Episcopal Outreach Exchange: This year Christ Church will again host the Episcopal Outreach Exchange on Saturday November 7th, 10:00. We are gathering the Outreach Committees from 17 Episcopal Churches in San Mateo and northern Santa Clara counties for a day of collaboration and sharing. We are also inviting 10+ charities to a Charity Faire at noon. Contact Claiborne Jones.
Coast House Dinner: Sous chefs, bakers and container fillers are needed on Saturday November 7th, 2:00 as we make dinner for 70 at Coast House Shelter in HMB. Some prep will be done the day before. Contact Ruth Ann Wrucke to volunteer.
Boxing Up for the Vets: We need help boxing up toiletries, socks, undies and more on Sunday during coffee hour and on Monday, 4:00. Grab a box and let's do it. Contact Carol Wentworth.
Fundraiser for Second Harvest: Sip paired wines and savor a delicious four course dinner as we raise funds for Second Harvest. Thursday November 12th, 6PM at The Cask Wine Bar at 782 Laurel Street/San Carlos. For tickets or to donate: bit.ly/4dZ5tmu. Contact Deacon Lauren McCombs.
SpiritCare Thanks Giving - Join us on Sunday November 15 as we celebrate Thanks Giving and Harvest festivals around the world with our friends at Menlo Oaks Memory Care (1:30) and The Sequoias Memory Care (3:15). We’ll even celebrate communion. Singers, readers and hand-holders are needed. Contact Angela Hey.
Distributing Food to 100+ Households in EPA: Join us on Tuesday November 24th as we distribute food from Second Harvest in EPA with WeHope. Prepare food for distribution from 9:45 - 11:45 or distribute food from 11:45 - 1:30. Yes, you can volunteer for both shifts. 1854 Bay Road/East Palo Alto. Contact Kathy Kennedy.
For the Veterans: For Veteran's Day (11/11) we are collecting toiletries, undies, socks, laundry supplies and cleaning supplies for the 39 vets living at Life Moves Eleven-Eleven shelter in San Carlos. View the Signup Genius at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094FA8AE2DA13-66771117-forthe and then bring any donations to the marked box in the breezeway by Sunday November 8th. 88.6% donated but we are still short 15 shampoos, 4 men’s razors, 9 pair of men’s undies (size L), 15 pair of men’s undies (size XL), 10 dish soaps, 9 thank you cards (hand-made is great), 1 container of laundry pods (150+ count) and 2 boxes of dryer sheets (250+ count each). Contact Carol Wentworth.
Collecting Food for the WeHope Kitchen: Mama Joyce and her amazing kitchen crew make 1000 meals a day in Project WeHope’s EPA kitchen. They could use: canned chicken, canned green beans, canned pinto beans, cooking oil and jelly (strawberry or grape to make PB&J sandwiches. Canned tuna is also needed. Please pick up a can or jar (or two) of something and toss it in the marked bin in the breezeway by Sunday November 22nd.
Hoptel: Provide hotel or full-sized toiletries, new men's undies (L/XL) and new men's socks every 90 days to this special short-term veteran's shelter in EPA. Put items in the marked box in the breezeway.
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Our next baptisms will take place on Sunday, January 10, during our Feast of the Baptism of Our Lord service.
Are you or someone you know interested in baptism?
Please speak with a member of the clergy to partake in the sacrament in January!
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Volunteers Needed: Coffee Hour Clean-Up
After Sunday service, we gather in the Parish Hall for coffee, treats, and fellowship, a special time to connect with our church family.
We need a few volunteers to help put tables and chairs away after Coffee Hour. Lending a hand ensures our Parish Hall is prepared for the week ahead.
Just pitch in after Coffee Hour, your assistance is greatly appreciated!
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Forward Day-by-Day Daily Devotions
We provide Forward Day by Day to parishioners as a simple and effective daily prayer practice. Each day features a Bible verse from the daily readings and a related reflection written by a different author each month, all in less than 200 words. It even includes the daily feast days, as well as prompts to take faithful action in your daily life.
The November - January small and large format booklets are available in the church and the office, or email Chantal ( admin@ccpvw.org ) to have one mailed to you.
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Carillon Preschool
Open Enrollment 2026-2027
Book a Tour Today!
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Sunday Morning Ride From the Sequoias to Christ Church
Rides are now provided by The Sequoias at 9:30 AM on Sundays with a return pickup time at 11:30. Contact the Sequoias Transportation Department at X4117 or sign up in the transportation binder.
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Important Notice
Phishing Scam Alert
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We want to make you aware of a recent increase in phishing scams targeting members of faith communities, including ours. In these scams, individuals impersonate church leaders by sending fraudulent emails or text messages requesting gift cards, money, or personal favors.
Please know: These messages are scams. No one from Christ Church, will ever request gift cards or cash from you via text or email.
If you receive a suspicious message, do not respond. Instead, contact the church office directly to verify its authenticity.
Thank you for your vigilance and continued care for one another.
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Senior Warden: Lena Perkins
Co-Junior Wardens: Paul Lovoi and Ruth Ann Wrucke
Betsy Alexander
Sarah Halsey
Andy Pflaum
Mercer Stronck
If you wish to contact our vestry members, please contact Chantal
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A Request
Dear family and friends,
I create and assemble this online newsletter.
Submission deadline for this newsletter is Monday at noon, otherwise articles may need to be published the following week.
Many thanks,
Chantal with a smile
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Book affiliate links benefit Christ Church
Christ Church Portola Valley & Woodside | ccpvw.org
Carillon School | carillonschool.org
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