St. Francis Episcopal Church
is located at
16608 Highway 76
Pauma Valley, CA 92061
Church phone and answering machine. (760) 742-1738
Mailing Address
St. Francis Episcopal Church
P.O. Box 1220
Pauma Valley, CA 92061
Check out our new Facebook page by clicking here.
Looking for a way to get deeper into the the Advent Season? Check out these devotional resources from the Episcopal Church. Click here for the link to these resources.
is located at
16608 Highway 76
Pauma Valley, CA 92061
Church phone and answering machine. (760) 742-1738
Mailing Address
St. Francis Episcopal Church
P.O. Box 1220
Pauma Valley, CA 92061
Check out our new Facebook page by clicking here.
Looking for a way to get deeper into the the Advent Season? Check out these devotional resources from the Episcopal Church. Click here for the link to these resources.
Preparing to Meet Christ
Prepare the way of the Lord. John the Baptist was a fiery prophet who ate locusts and wild honey. He spoke with power and conviction. Prepare the way of the Lord, make his paths straight. He declares that the prophecy of Isaiah has now begun to unfold in the coming of Jesus the Christ. Every hill shall be made low and every valley filled up to make is easier for the Lord’s coming.
This is our Advent mission; to prepare the way of the Lord into our hearts. When Jesus comes again will we be ready? We hear many warnings about the end times in scriptures, but we also hear that followers of Jesus will have nothing to fear. Are we prepared to meet Christ? If he were to take us to himself today, would we be ready? In California there is an increasing importance placed on having a Trust in place and not simply a will. Both a will and a Trust are important. They direct our heirs in what we would want them to do with our goods and finances. They should also tell our heirs what we would like for our funeral arrangements. Is charitable giving a part of your life? Make sure that some of your resources are used for charity that way our good deeds started in our lives can continue long after we have gone.
But, even more important than preparing how our assets are distributed is preparing our hearts today. Jesus comes to us in many ways. The love we share with family and friends. Jesus comes to us when we are inspired by his word. Jesus visits us when we are silent and open. Have we allowed enough time in our busy lives to let Jesus be with us? Do we keep some time set aside to hear what God has been trying to tell us? Come join with others who are waiting and watching for Christ. Join us as we prepare the way of the Lord.
Blessings
Michael+
Prepare the way of the Lord. John the Baptist was a fiery prophet who ate locusts and wild honey. He spoke with power and conviction. Prepare the way of the Lord, make his paths straight. He declares that the prophecy of Isaiah has now begun to unfold in the coming of Jesus the Christ. Every hill shall be made low and every valley filled up to make is easier for the Lord’s coming.
This is our Advent mission; to prepare the way of the Lord into our hearts. When Jesus comes again will we be ready? We hear many warnings about the end times in scriptures, but we also hear that followers of Jesus will have nothing to fear. Are we prepared to meet Christ? If he were to take us to himself today, would we be ready? In California there is an increasing importance placed on having a Trust in place and not simply a will. Both a will and a Trust are important. They direct our heirs in what we would want them to do with our goods and finances. They should also tell our heirs what we would like for our funeral arrangements. Is charitable giving a part of your life? Make sure that some of your resources are used for charity that way our good deeds started in our lives can continue long after we have gone.
But, even more important than preparing how our assets are distributed is preparing our hearts today. Jesus comes to us in many ways. The love we share with family and friends. Jesus comes to us when we are inspired by his word. Jesus visits us when we are silent and open. Have we allowed enough time in our busy lives to let Jesus be with us? Do we keep some time set aside to hear what God has been trying to tell us? Come join with others who are waiting and watching for Christ. Join us as we prepare the way of the Lord.
Blessings
Michael+
St. Francis Vestry Members:
Tom Paul Burch
Bob Hubers
Larry Luther
Roselyn Krause
Jill Paolone - Clerk
Eva Rosa
Steven Much
Joan Weller
Steve Much - Senior Warden
Treasurer Andy Mathews
Assistant Treasurer Eva Rosa
Property Committee
Tom Paul Burch
Larry Luther
Lay Delegates to the 2019 Diocesan Convention.
Steve Much
Allegra Much
First Alternate Jill Paolone
Tom Paul Burch
Bob Hubers
Larry Luther
Roselyn Krause
Jill Paolone - Clerk
Eva Rosa
Steven Much
Joan Weller
Steve Much - Senior Warden
Treasurer Andy Mathews
Assistant Treasurer Eva Rosa
Property Committee
Tom Paul Burch
Larry Luther
Lay Delegates to the 2019 Diocesan Convention.
Steve Much
Allegra Much
First Alternate Jill Paolone
Stations of the Cross - click here.
Report Misconduct
The Episcopal Church has suspended the statute of limitations for reporting clergy sexual misconduct. Until December 31, 2029, persons who believe they have been a victim of misconduct at any time in the past in our diocese may file a report with our intake officers: Equilla Luke, aequilla@icloud.com, or John Seitman, jseitman@edsd.org. If you believe you have been harmed, please make a report. Our diocesan task force on compassionate care is available to support you. Speak with the intake officers for more information.
Report Misconduct
The Episcopal Church has suspended the statute of limitations for reporting clergy sexual misconduct. Until December 31, 2029, persons who believe they have been a victim of misconduct at any time in the past in our diocese may file a report with our intake officers: Equilla Luke, aequilla@icloud.com, or John Seitman, jseitman@edsd.org. If you believe you have been harmed, please make a report. Our diocesan task force on compassionate care is available to support you. Speak with the intake officers for more information.
Click here for weekly readings from the Lectionary from the Episcopal Church.
Click here for weekly readings from the Lectionary from the Episcopal Church.
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sunday School lessons each week involve a Bible story, a art project, Prayer, and a song. The children join the adults in church at the passing of the peace and are invited to be a part of the Holy Eucharist.
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For Daily Devotions provided by the Foreward Movement, click here.
The current Forward Day by Day booklet is available now in the back of the church.
