November 8, 2026

Twenty-Fourth Sunday after Pentecost
 

The flowers on the Altar are given by devoted son and daughter-in-law, Greg LaNouette & Jill Feldon, in loving memory of Louise LaNouette

ALL ARE WELCOME! Come to Coffee Hour in the Parish Hall following the 10 a.m. service! If you are visiting, please sign the guest register and fill out one of our WELCOME cards found on the back of the pew and place it in the offering plate. We treasure your presence with us!

Service Schedule
8:00 am Eucharist, less formal
10:00 am Rite 2 service (broadcast LIVE, click here to watch)

2027 Stewardship Campaign –“From Saints to Thanks” From All Saints’ Day to Thanksgiving, we will once again give thanks for the people, ministries, and traditions that have made St. Paul’s what it is today. By making a yearly pledge, the finance committee can create a realistic budget based on the pledge amounts. Together, every gift whether large or small, make possible the worship, care, hospitality, and service that are at the heart of St. Paul’s. Click here to learn more or to make your pledge online.

Monday, November 9, 6-8 pm, Parish Hall
 Men’s Group Fellowship and Dinner
Join us for a time of fellowship, feasting, and community. Bring a side dish to share and any wine, beer, or sodas you wish to drink. Please RSVP by Sunday, Nov. 8--call church office 707.433.2107.

Wednesday, November 11, 5:30 pm, Moss Room in Paul Mahder Gallery
 Lectio Divina and Potluck Dinner
This service is a contemplative time of reflection and prayer followed by a potluck dinner, led this month by Adam Shemper, a photographer, writer and psychotherapist based in Healdsburg. Adam is currently working on a project about his family and their six-month journey, in 2023, through the cancer treatment and death of their young daughter Nia. He is combining photographs with journal entries to tell the story of their love, loss and ongoing work to recover a sense of wholeness.

Sunday, November 15, 5:00 pm, St. Paul’s Church
 Hymn Festival and Choral Concert
Come hear St. Paul’s choir and the Wind Ensemble and sing favorite hymns like The Church is One Foundation, Lift High the Cross, Rejoice the Lord is King.

Thursday, Nov. 19 and Friday, Nov. 20, 10 am – 2:30 pm, Parish Hall
Holiday Boutique Set Up
In lieu of ECW meeting on Thursday, Nov. 19, we will begin setting up and pricing items to sell.  We can use all the help, even for an hour! Please bring your own lunch.  Friday, the work will continue until it is all set to open up Saturday morning.

Saturday, November 21, 10 am – 2 pm, Parish Hall
 ECW Holiday Boutique
Jewelry: Please continue to bring in your donations of jewelry for the pricing committee to work on pricing and packaging.
Donations: Beginning October 20, drop off at the church office “consignment quality” collectibles, hand-crafted items, children’s toys and games, textiles and accessories, small gift baskets, rubs and dressings, quality kitchen items, and seasonal decorations (no books, furniture, or basic glassware).
Calling All Bakers!
We need as many baked goods and preserves as you can provide!!! In the past, we have sold out early in the day and could have sold lots more. Please deliver baked goods and candies on Friday, Nov. 20
during office hours, 10 am-4 pm.

Sunday, November 29, 4:00 pm, Parish Hall
St. Paul’s Hosts Sunday Meal
Katie Rosson is looking for volunteers to help with set up, serving, cooking, and clean up. If you can help, please call Katie at (510) 289-1604 or contact her here.  Katie needs VOLUNTEERS!

Sunday, December 6
 Newcomer Welcome Sunday
If somebody asks you, "what church to you go to?" and you find yourself saying, "St. Paul's," we hope you will give us the opportunity to welcome you as a member of our parish home. During the Sunday service on December 6, we will invite you forward at the Peace for a short prayer and blessing. Welcome!

Sunday, December 6, 5:00 pm
 Lessons and Carols
There will be plenty of favorite carols for the congregation to sing and some wonderful choral pieces for the choir. In-between carols is the Christmas Story from scripture and musical reflections which always creates a very magical atmosphere. Invite a friend to join you!

Stocking the Tiny Food Pantry
In front of the Parish Hall main entrance is St. Paul's Tiny Food Pantry. Similar to the tiny book libraries scattered across town, the pantry is stocked with donated food and is available for anyone to help themselves. The food is quickly taken, practically needing daily refilling. If every Sunday each parishioner brought a SINGLE ITEM (non-perishable), that would make a huge difference keeping the pantry stocked. Just as you enter the church, there is a basket for food donations. During the service, the basket will be brought up for a blessing.

Coffee Hour Opening
The following date is available for sign up—November 22 and 29 . Remember it doesn’t need to be fancy—something sweet & something savory will be very appreciated by all!

Community Ministry Update

Needed Items:  Ponchos, Umbrellas, Hand Warmers, Beanie Caps

Year to Date: 1,060 showers and 2,716 lunches

Weekly Sunday Dinner: 50 – 60 meals per week

Hosted by Healdsburg Shared Ministry at St. Paul's

Thank you for your ongoing donations of food on Sunday morning to stock St. Paul's Tiny Food Pantry!

Small Church, Big Heart, Big Impact

Ask us how you can get more involved! (707) 433-2107

Altar Guild

 

What: The Altar Guild is a ministry of prayer, preparation, and care. Working behind the scenes, members prepare our church for worship and care for the sacred items used in the Holy Eucharist. Through this work, they help create a welcoming and reverent space where our congregation can gather in worship.

How You Can Serve: Altar Guild members prepare the church before services and carefully put things away afterward. This includes arranging the altar, preparing the bread and wine for Communion, caring for linens, tending candles, arranging altar flowers, and making special preparations for holy days and celebrations throughout the church year.

Time Commitment: Altar Guild members typically prepare the church on Fridays for Sunday worship. Members may also take linens home to launder, press, and fold as part of their service. The ministry works on a rotating schedule, so members share these responsibilities throughout the month.

Who: This ministry is wonderful for anyone who feels called to a quiet and reverent form of service. It offers a special opportunity to slow down, enjoy the process of preparing our sacred space, and spend intentional time in reflection and with God. No prior experience is necessary—new members are taught everything they need to know.

At the heart of the Altar Guild is a simple prayer:
“We thank you, Lord, for this time together to pray and prepare
Your church to serve others for Your highest good.”

Contact: Interested in learning more or serving with the Altar Guild? Contact Shelley Rust at 707-953-5824 or here.

Choir Rehearsal 
Tuesday,  6:30 – 8:30 p.m., St. Paul’s Church

Bible Study 
Wednesday, 12:00 p.m., Parish Hall
We study the lectionary texts for the upcoming Sunday. Can't join in-person? Call the office at (707) 433-2107 and we will make arrangements for you to join us remotely by FaceTime.

Service of Healing & Mass in the Moss Room, An altar in the world
Wednesday, 5:30 p.m. 
Paul Mahder Gallery, 222 Healdsburg Ave.
Second Wednesday of each month we have a Lectio Divina followed by a potluck dinner.

Giving to St. Paul's
Your financial donations in support of our ongoing ministries at St. Paul's are gratefully received year-round. You may make them securely online here, drop them off at the church, or mail them to us at 209 Matheson St, Healdsburg, CA 95448. Please contact us with any questions.