Events (Page 6)
Youth v Gov – a film screening
This event will be hosted in-person at St. Benedict’s Episcopal Church and on Zoom for those unable to attend in person. As people of faith we care about climate justice for future generations. The film is one hour and 50 minutes long. There will be a time for Q&A after the movie and opening comments from Morro Bay Council member Dawn Addis on the importance of youth engagement. You must register below if you want to attend on Zoom ABOUT…
8AM Sunday Service @ St.Ben’s & Online
8AM services each Sunday are Eucharist services, held indoors at the church for anyone wishing to attend in person. There is no service on the first Sunday of the month. Masks are required, and we will continue to ask people to maintain social distancing by having no more than three people per pew. Communion will be distributed in bread only. Wine will be received by sight. You can also participate online as we stream to Zoom. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7977776046?pwd=VUFZSXY3UVpNVitJaDl2VmhPS3E2UT09 This will not…
10:30am Service @ St.Ben’s & Online
10:30 am services each Sunday are Eucharist services, held indoors at the church for anyone wishing to attend in person. Masks are required, and we will continue to ask people to maintain social distancing by having no more than three people per pew. Communion will be distributed in bread only. Wine will be received by sight. You can also watch online as we stream to Facebook Live.
Prayers for Ukraine
Thursday, March 24 marks one month of war on Ukraine. Let us gather together to remember all those who have died, the refugees, and those who are fighting, both Ukrainian and Russian. We will have a simple non-denominational prayer service at 6:30pm. There will be a reading, some led prayers and maybe some singing but also time for silent prayer together. Please tell your friends. In addition, we are receiving donations to go to my sister’s church in Nowy Sacz,…
Deanery Meeting with SLO4Home
Our special presentation at the meeting will be by Lauren Brown and Vance Rodgers of the SLO4Home organization that is putting together an effort to help in the resettlement of Afghan refugees. Join Zoom Meeting Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88412212033?pwd=L2R0MnpIb01pb0p1aTVqU3pkdHNYdz09 Meeting ID: 884 1221 2033Passcode: 988250One tap mobile+16699009128,,88412212033#,,,,*988250# US (San Jose)
Ashes to go – Ash Wednesday
On Ash Wednesday, drive-by ashes and prayers will be available outside the Abundance Shop on 9th Street. You can receive imposition of ashes (the sign of the cross on your forehead) from Pastor Caro Hall, or if you prefer, a small bag of ashes so you can do it yourself. Or you can just stop for a prayer and a blessing.
Lord Teach us to Pray
The Lord’s Prayer is among the greatest treasures of faith. This six week study explores the key phrases of the Lord’s Prayer as they lead us to greater spirituality and growth. March 3 – Keeping Our Distance: How close can we come to a holy God? March 10 – Crossing To the Future: What is the Kingdom and what is the Kingdom yet to come? March 17 – Willing Obedience: How can we glorify God in our daily lives? March 24 – Feeding…
Spiritual Conversation – Benedict’s Dharma: Buddhists Reflect on the Rule of St Benedict
On Tuesday mornings a spiritual conversation takes place on Zoom starting at 10:15. Most often we use a book as the basis for the conversation but everyone is welcome whether or not you have had time or have interest in reading the book. Starting on January 25th the conversation will be based on the book, Benedict’s Dharma: Buddhists Reflect on the Rule of St Benedict. The publisher says Through personal anecdotes and thoughtful comparison, four prominent Buddhist scholars—including Joseph Goldstein…
St. Ben’s Annual Star Party
Our traditional Twelfth Night/Epiphany party will happen in person on January 5th 2022. We will sing together, crown Kings and Queens of Epiphany, undress the church, share a small fire to burn tokens of our Christmas decorations and bless the church for the New Year. We will also be having a Star Party Feast! (To minimize possible viral transmission, we will not serve ourselves, rather food will be served onto a plate for each person individually.) If you would like to bring food…
A Celebration of Carols
A Los Osos tradition. Enjoy carols from the centuries and a lively sing-a-long of familiar carols, presented by the St. Benedict’s singers and community musicians. Please invite your friends and neighbors! The concert is a free gift from St. Benedict’s Church to the community. Refreshments to follow. This will be in person and on Facebook. Due to Covid precautions, seating is very limited, please RSVP HERE.