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The Little Red Church in
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We at Calvary honor our baptismal covenant to “respect the dignity of every human being.” We celebrate the wonderful diversity of the human family, and strive to include a place for everyone at God’s table. Whether you’re young or old, rich or poor; married, partnered, or single; housed or homeless; gay, straight, trans, or questioning; native, documented, or undocumented…whoever you are (and just as you are), there is a place for you here. | |
The first of the month edition of the weekly newsletter includes articles that were formerly included in the quarterly Crossroads newsletter, for example the member profile written by Dana Bagshaw. Wherever you see text in red, that is a link you can click that takes you to more information. Remember to use the "Share this email" button at the very bottom to forward this newsletter to others. The Parish Care Committee mails out hard copies to members who are not able to view it online. | |
November Crossroads Edition | |
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Pentecost 25
Sunday, November 10
Liturgical Color Green
Learn significance of colors and seasons
8:00 am - Eucharist Rite 1
9:00 am - Contemplative
10:30 am Choral Eucharist
Bulletin will be posted on Calvary Worship webpage on Friday
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Music
OFFERTORY ANTHEM: Clarke, A Wreath
HYMNS: "Jesus came, adored by angels," "God is love, and where true love is," "Take my life, and let it be," "Humbly I adore thee, Verity unseen," "God of grace and God of glory"
PSALM: 146 (Pavlechko)
SERVICE MUSIC: Saphir, Hurd
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Sunday's Gospel story about the poor woman giving all she has to the temple in contrast to the rich people giving generous sums from their great wealth is very timely in light of our annual pledge campaign, now underway. It also speaks to the text of Sunday's offertory anthem, A Wreath, by the great English mystical poet and priest, George Herbert. Through Herbert’s brilliant word smithing, a humble garland, created from the poet’s shortcomings, becomes a crown of praise for his Lord. You will hear the strategic repetition of words from one line to the next, an overlap of language like the intertwining of strands in a woven garland.--Murray | | |
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Guest Celebrant & Homilist
Rev. Rob Neville
Fr. Rob Neville, born in the Midwest grew up in upstate New York. Acting as an Altar Boy during the week and singing in the choir on Sundays, he developed a deep love and respect of liturgy. Rob has had many careers during his life ranging from Artist to Rescue Worker. He served as Rector of St. Andrew’s Ben Lomond from 2018 to 2020. Rob lives in Mountain View with his wife Maggie.
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9:30 am-Adult Forum-Fireside Room
Discussion of Readings
1 Kings 17:8-16; Psalm 146,
Hebrews 9:24-28 - Mark 12:38-44
Drop in and share your insights, thoughts and questions.
Illumination, fellowship & great coffee!
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Beware and Shine: SALT's Commentary for Twenty-Fifth Week after Pentecost | Twenty-Fifth Week after Pentecost (Year B): Mark 12:38-44 Big Picture: 1) This week's Gospel reading is the eleventh week of a twelve-week chronological walk through several chapters in Mark. When Advent starts on December 1, we'll begin a year-long pilgrimage through the Gospel of Luke. | | | |
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In our Parish Community we pray for parishioners Dave Meyers, Shirley Mooers, Sarah Peterson, and Isabella & Daniella Salido.
In our Deanery we pray for our deanery partner church, All Saints’ Carmel.
In the Diocesan Cycle of Prayer we pray for all who engage in mission: our Missional Grants Committee.
In the Anglican Cycle of Prayer we pray for The Church of South India (United).
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Submitting Prayers and Dedications
Parishioners are welcome to give to the office names of family members and loved ones for inclusion in “This Week’s Prayers” listed on the back page on the Sunday bulletin. Names will be removed at the end of each month. Contact the office if you want any names to be continued or added.
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Please call the office to reserve a date you wish to make a memorial or thanksgiving dedication. A $25.00 donation is requested for altar flowers. Checks are made out to Calvary Episcopal Church with Altar Flowers entered in the Memo. Sanctuary Candle dedication is no charge. | |
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Our theme for the 2025 Pledge Drive is “Walk in Love”. We will demonstrate the ways that Calvary is walking in love by inviting members from our hard working committees to share what they are doing to reach out to the Calvary community and beyond. Each Sunday in November a committee member will take a few minutes during the announcements at the 10;30 Service to share their “Walk in Love” and how our pledges to Calvary support their efforts. We can be proud of our habit of addressing our ideas by forming a committee and making things happen! Pledge packets will be mailed by November 12, 2024. You may place them in the plate on Sunday mornings in November, or mail them to the church office.
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Spotlight: Marv & Sarah Peterson | |
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Marv’s formative years in the picturesque town of Geneseo, Northwestern Illinois, formed a tapestry woven with the threads of family heritage and community spirit. His childhood was marked by unforgettable adventures alongside his beloved Grandpa Little, where the simple joys of riding in a pickup truck to gather chickens for shipment to bustling Chicago or local markets became cherished memories. These experiences not only instilled in him a strong work ethic but also a profound appreciation for the land and its bounty. His family regularly attended the Evangelical United Brethren (EUB) church and he fondly remembers walking to Sunday School in a suit and hat, feeling like a miniature adult!. These early experiences shaped Marv into a resilient, ready to face life’s challenges with the values instilled in him by his family and community.
Click HERE for Sarah and Marv's full interview
Sarah's childhood in Park Ridge, a charming suburb of Chicago, was as vibrant and colorful as the community around her. Though her neighbor, Hillary Clinton, was just a few doors down, their paths never intertwined, leaving Sarah to carve her own unique journey. With a heart full of adventure, she played with neighborhood friends, relishing the mile-long walks to elementary school, where laughter echoed like the songs of her beloved Girl Scouts. The ideals of courtesy, cheerfulness, and friendship were the guiding stars of her youth, resonating even today. However, her experience was a mixed bag; while she cherished the camaraderie and the joy of camp, sleeping in a field of cow poop was a rite of passage she could happily skip. Sarah's story is a delightful reminder of the ups and downs of growing up, where every challenge shapes the remarkable person she is today!
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Awaiting the Labyrinth Garden -- Caution! | |
It was wonderful to open the north side of the church to our Labyrinth Community Build Day, and what a success it was! But now it is officially a construction site until Terra Nova Landscaping finishes paving the pathways and plants the garden. Therefore, the site is off limits so they can do their work and we can be safe. Even though the side doors will be open on Sundays during services, please don't walk on or in the construction area. If you need to access anything in that area, please ask the crew onsite or contact the church office. It won't be for long! If all goes well, we expect to open the garden by Thanksgiving! | |
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YELLOW ENVELOPE CAMPAIGN
COPA
For the month of November we support COPA (Communities Organized for Relational Power in Action). Founded in 2003, COPA’s mission is to develop the leadership skills of ordinary people to engage effectively in public life with power to negotiate with public and private sector leaders to change the economic, social, political and cultural pressures on their community. Calvary is one of 22 member churches, synagogues, public schools, labor organizations, and nonprofits in Santa Cruz, Monterey, and San Benito Counties. COPA leads community campaigns in the areas of housing, public safety, education, health care, immigration, and economic development. They also assist member organizations, including Calvary, in strategic planning and training leaders for effective community building.
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SPIN: Socks for People in Need
One of the most important ways to improve health outcomes for unhoused people is making sure they have access to clean, dry socks. AFC partners with Bombas that provides a pair of socks to the unhoused for every pair donated. Calvary has been part of the SPIN project for many years! Basic, new white crew socks are appreciated by everyone, but you could also choose to donate socks specifically for women or children. Please bring new socks to the Narthex and AFC will distribute to those who need them.
Questions, contact Sarah Peterson
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Fill the Closet with Hope
Hope's Closet provides a boutique that is lovingly stocked with new and gently used donations of clothing, accessories, toiletries, cuddly blankets, and other essentials. They strive to impart joy, dignity, and normalcy by providing clothes kids are proud to wear and personal items for them to cherish. Please put new and "gently used" children's clothing in the bin in the narthex. Winter clothes needed. Sizes are newborn to 14, however 3-14 is most needed.
Questions, contact Jane Prough
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Field Trip to Quaker Center Labyrinth | | |
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Saturday, November 23
Meet at Calvary at 10:30
to carpool
1000 Hubbard Gulch Road
Ben Lomond
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The Quaker Center labyrinth was created by Tom Davis, a retired accountant and member of the Santa Cruz Friends Meeting of the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers). In about two hours, Tom laid out a temporary labyrinth out of yellow nylon rope and metal stakes in the autumn of 2000. He was asked to revive the temporary labyrinth several times for other workshops, and the permanent labyrinth was installed in 2002.The labyrinth is about 50 feet in diameter and contains seven cycles, in an ancient pattern found in varied forms throughout the world. Laid out upon a foundation of local mountain granite from the Santa Cruz quarry, the paths are lined with smooth river rock. | |
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Thursdays, 10:00 am
Each week learn about a different Saint taken from Lesser Feasts and Fasts 2022 The Order of Service is from The 1928 Prayer Book. Participants read the canticles, and the first and second lesson. The service takes about 30 minutes, is very informal and a great way to focus your day. All are invited!!
Questions: Charmion Burns
Zoom Link
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November 7
Willibrord, Bishop and Missionary
The Relic of St Willibrord is a piece of his bone contained within the rose window of a scale model of the Basilica of St Willibrord. German artist, Mr. Bernd Cassau, made the beautiful statue, which measures a total height of 66cm. The Relic is now on permanent display in the Cathedral of the Assumption, Carlow Town, Ireland.
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November 14
Consecration of Samuel Seabury
Samuel Seabury receiving Episcopal Consecration from Robert Kilgour, Arthur Petrie, and John Skinner.
6 January 2020
All Saints Scottish Episcopal Church, Jordanhill, Glasgow
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November 21
Mechthilde of Hackeborn and Gertrude the Great
Statue of Saint Mechtildis of Hackeborn by Johann Georg Üblhör, Engelszell Abbey, Trappist monastery in Austria (left)
Fresca of Saint Gertrude of Helfta, Holy Cross Abby, Virginia (below)
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November 28
Kamehameha and Emma of Hawaii
Stained glass window in Saint Andrew’s Cathedral, Honolulu
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Tuesdays - 11:00 am
Book of Jeremiah
Interactive scripture discussion
No homework - Drop-in
Questions: Cathy Watson
Zoom Link
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Friday, November 15, 3:00 pm
The History of Love
by Nicole Krauss
A long-lost book reappears, mysteriously connecting an old man searching for his son and a girl seeking a cure for her widowed mother's loneliness.
The Calvary Book Club offers a diverse group of people good fellowship and enlightenment. We meet the third Friday of each month at 3:00 at the home of Dana Bagshaw, 145 Jenne Street, in downtown Santa Cruz. We share snacks, followed by a lively discussion about the month’s chosen book. The books we read are suggested and agreed on by our members and include both fiction and non-fiction from the downtown library’s bags of 8 books, which we make available at the monthly meetings. Our normal gathering ranges from eight to twelve people, and we would welcome more. If you would like to join us, contact Dana.
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An Evening with
Marilynne Robinson
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December 3 - Rio Theater
6:30-8 pm
Free Admission
Register your RSVP HERE
Presented by The Humanities Institute and Porter College
at UC Santa Cruz, Noel Q King Memorial Lecture
Marilynne Robinson will discuss faith, courage and writing her newest book, READING GENESIS, alive with questions of kindness, community and how to express what we so often struggle to put into words. Robinson makes the argument that God is patient, loves human beings, suspends judgment and is not inclined toward punitive behaviors.
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November Events at Santa Cruz Public Libraries | Director Christopher Platt welcomes the community to an informal community meet and greet event at the Scotts Valley Branch Library. Director Platt wants to provide the public with an opportunity to learn about his experience leading libraries, to ask questions and exchange insights about the important role Santa Cruz Public Libraries play in the community. November Activity Guide, download HERE. | | | |
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Gavin Pinnow
Voice Recital Bachelor of Music
Sunday, November 17, 2024 3pm
Music Center Recital Hall, UCSC
400 McHenry Road, Santa Cruz
Admission Free
Gavin will graduate with degrees in both music and history December 2024. He is grateful for the opportunity to engage with the community and enrich his musical experience with Calvary’s choir as a Choral Scholar.
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Please join speakers from the diocese of El Camino Real, New York, and London for a Zoom discussion of how our use and misuse of technology intersects with our stewardship of creation. Free. Register HERE | |
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Please join us for one of our 2024 Advent Retreats! It will be wonderful to share this time with you during this holy time of year.
Register Here
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One Month Left to Apply for The Lay Preaching Course - Diocese of El Camino Real | The West Coast Collaborative (WCC) is the school for ministry training for members of the dioceses of El Camino Real, San Diego, and Northern California. We are currently accepting applications ... | | | |
Presiding Bishop Sean Rowe takes office, proclaims 'one church in Christ' for a changing world | Episcopal News Service] The Most Rev. Sean Rowe began his nine-year term as the 28th presiding bishop of The Episcopal Church with an intimate but festive investiture service on Nov. 2 in New York... | | | |
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Saturday, November 9
44th Diocesan Convention
Resources
Saturday, November 23
Quaker Center Labyrinth Field Trip
Meet at Calvary at 10:30 to carpool
Sunday, November 24
Rector B. Simone Dinglasan Begins
Sunday, December 1
Advent Begins
Labyrinth Ribbon-Cutting
Thursday, December 5
10 am, Terry Hall Memorial Service, Calvary
1:30 pm, Graveside, Madronia Cemetery, 14766 Oak St, Saratoga
2:30-6 pm, Reception Saratoga Lodge Hall, 14414 Oak Street, Suite A Saratoga
Sunday, December 22
Christmas Tea, 3:00 (tent.)
Lessons & Carols, 4:30 pm
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Ministry Interest? Start Here!
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Adult Education, Seana Graham
Book Club, Dana Bagshaw
Archives/History, Carol Walker
Building, Grounds, Rentals, Chris Perrin
Calvary Cares, Sonja Reetz
Coffee Hour, Sandy Goodman
Communication/REALM, Treasurer, Cathy Watson
Community Life, Juli Robbins
Creation Care, Dana Bagshaw
Interfaith/AFC, Sarah Peterson
Labyrinth, Martha Dexter
Social Justice/COPA, Al Reetz
Stewardship, Alice Lopez
This Week at Calvary, Communications
Worship, Elizabeth Chandler
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COMMITTEE MEETINGS & MINUTES/REPORTS
Adult Education
Wednesday, December 4, 4:00 pm, Zoom
October Report
Building & Grounds
Tuesday, November 12, 3:00 pm, Vestry Room
October Report
Calvary Cares
Thursday, November 7, 11 am, Vestry Room
Agenda
October Report
Labyrinth
October Notes
Stewardship
Thursday, November 14, 4 pm
October Report
Vestry
Sunday, November 24, after 10:30 am service, Vestry Rm
October Reports
Treasurer Report
Balance Sheet
Capital Improvements
Finance Committee
Income Statement
Outreach Statement
Worship
Thursday, December 5, 4:00 pm, Zoom
October Report
Zoom Link
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Monday - Friday
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Office Administrator
Carol Walker
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Director of Music & Choirmaster
Murray Walker
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Organist
Kate Saphir Alm
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Senior Warden
Michael Freeman
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Junior Warden
Chris Perrin
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Calvary Vestry: Michael Freemanr-Sr. Warden, Chris Perrin-Jr. Warden, Patricia Messer-Clerk, Cathy Watson-Treasurer, Tony Nickel, Juli Robbins, Liberty Lana, Jane Martin, Irene Ribel | |
532 Center St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 831-423-8787
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