by Amy Bunce | Oct 9, 2021 | Uncategorized
Dear St. Stephen’s church family, Grace and peace be yours in abundance through the knowledge of God and of Jesus our Lord (2 Peter 1:2), Happy Thanksgiving, dear church. While it is always a good thing to give thanks, this weekend provides us with another opportunity...
by Amy Bunce | Jul 24, 2021 | Parish News, summer, thank you
Dear St. Stephen’s church family, Love and blessings in Christ. “I pray that out of his glorious riches, God may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being, so that Christ may dwell in your hearts, through faith.” -Ephesians 3:16-17 You are...
by Amy Bunce | May 29, 2021 | All Things Bright and Beautiful, Parish News, Welcome Back to Church
Dear St. Stephen’s church family and friends, It seems that Saint Patrick was on to something when using a shamrock to explain the Holy Trinity. I saw an iris on the way over to church just now…another possible teaching example of the mystery of our Triune God. I...
by Amy Bunce | May 8, 2021 | Covid 19, Easter, Funeral, Parish News
Dear St. Stephen’s church family, Although I have much to write to you, I would rather not use paper and ink; instead I hope to come to you and talk with you face to face, so that our joy may be complete. -2 John 12 This very relevant bible verse was used in a...
by Amy Bunce | Mar 20, 2021 | Uncategorized
Dear St. Stephen’s church family, Tomorrow Bishop Chris will be leading a service at the cathedral, marking one year of ministry in the pandemic. The service will be available on the Diocesan facebook and youtube pages. You are invited, as we gather together in prayer...
by Amy Bunce | Feb 13, 2021 | Covid 19, Epiphany, Events, Lent, Pancakes, Parish News
Dear St. Stephen’s church family, Greetings in Christ! Happy Valentine’s Day (Sunday!) God’s Valentine to us says, “Will you be mine?” The readings for Transfiguration Sunday, this week, are: 2 Kings 2:1-12, Psalm 50:1-6, 2 Corinthians 4:3-6 and Mark 9:2-9 Our...
by Amy Bunce | Jan 23, 2021 | Epiphany, Events, Grandmothers for Grandmothers, Pancakes, Parish News
Dear St. Stephen’s church family, Epiphany blessings! Let your light shine before others. -Matthew 5:16 An Epiphany prayer: Light of the world, we bow before you in awe and adoration. Bless us and our simple faith seeking understanding. Epiphany means manifestation....
by Amy Bunce | Jan 13, 2021 | baptism, Covid 19, Epiphany, Parish News
Dear St. Stephen’s church family, Epiphany blessings continued! The sermon for the Baptism of our Lord is on soundcloud. You can click the link on the webpage and it will take you there. The readings are: Genesis 1:1-5, Psalm 29, Act 19:1-7 and Mark 1:4-11. The...
by Amy Bunce | Nov 28, 2020 | Uncategorized
Dear St. Stephen’s church family, What I say to you, I say to all: Keep awake! (Mark 13:37). We have arrived at the first day of the Christian year. Happy New Year! Happy Advent. May we wake from our spiritual slumber and perceive the many ways that Christ comes to...
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