February 2015

My Dear Franciscan Friends,

As we enter the last month of our time together, I want to let you

know about some of the things I am putting into place to help with

the transition.

Sam Doyle and I have worked on the music for our liturgical life.

We have planned the music from now through Easter. I am teaching

an Inquirer’s class so that some adults will be prepared for Confir-

mation, Reception or the Reaffirmation of their faith in May. The

Bishop will not be coming to St Francis until sometime next school

year, so our adults and youth will be going to Holy Trinity when the

Bishop visits there in late May.

I am conducting a series of premarital counseling sessions for one of our new young couples

who attend here but will be married in Western NC in May.

For Lent I am lining up people to lead evening prayer at 7:00pm so that there will be an extra

opportunity for the parish to begin the process of transition prayerfully.

Sunday morning forums at 9:15am will feature speakers from various organizations or posi-

tions in Greensboro to increase our vision of the life and needs of our larger community while

the church also focuses internally on clergy leadership and the implementation of the Capital

Campaign. I have asked Kris Cooke to oversee the process of obtaining the speakers begin-

ning March 8th.

I am also working with our Senior Warden to line up clergy for some of the services in Lent.

While these are some of my activities related to transition, I am also continuing to focus on

the pastoral needs of the parish and our life together.

May God bless you and keep you as the apple of his eye!

Michael

MICHAEL MOULDEN RECTOR

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H I G H S C H O O L S K I T R I P

2015

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I ’ V E M A D E P L E D G E S T O T H E

C H U R C H , N O W W H A T ?

First of all, please be aware of our gratitude for your generosity, love for St. Francis and God’s

ministry here.

With the new pledges to the Capital Campaign in addition to the annual Stewardship pledges, we

want to offer suggestions for helping to keep your pledges straight.

Checks or cash are ways to give to the Church in which 100% of your money goes to the cam-

paign of your choice. If you give by check, please write separate checks for Stewardship and

Capital with the correct designation on the ‘Memo’ line. (The Capital Account is a different

St. Francis bank account.) If you give cash donations, please put it in an envelope with your

name on the outside as well as the campaign designation, either capital or stewardship.

Setting up an automatic bank check (bill pay) at the bank is an easy way to give regularly.

When setting up the bank check, please be sure to designate to which fund you are giving, even

if you only give to one. Also include your envelope number if you know it.

Online giving has also been established for your convenience. To set up an online account,

please go to the St. Francis website and click on the link labelled ‘Franciscan Connection’ on

the right hand side of the page. This is a newly established website since days of old and there-

fore old passwords and account names will not work. If you are a first timer on the system, the

software will ask for your name and email address as it is on file in the office. If something

doesn’t work please call the Church office to confirm the information we have on file.

If applicable, please establish a separate online giving record, for your regular pledge and one

for the Capital pledge, choosing the appropriate fund listed for each gift. If it’s a recurring gift,

select the appropriate beginning and ending times for which you’d like your gift to be given.

If you regularly give online, please review your entry yearly to be sure the beginning and end-

ing dates selected, as well as the amount, match your current pledge. Online giving pre-selects

an ending date of the calendar year in which it was established unless you select otherwise.

As always, thank you for your contributions to St. Francis however you give them. We are grate-

ful for your support of God’s ministry here.

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You Are Invited to

A Reception Celebrating Michael's Ministry

A R E C E P T I O N C E L E B R A T I N G

M I C H A E L ’ S M I N I S T R Y

Sunday, February 22nd

Immediately following the 10:30 a.m. Service in the Parish Hall.

We will enjoy light refreshments as we take this opportunity to thank

Michael and to wish him Godspeed as he steps into a new venture in

his life.

Nursery will be extended through the reception.

Please consult your mailed invitation or call the office to find out

how to participate in a parish purse for Michael.

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C A P I T A L P R O J E C T S U P D A T E

Capital Projects Committee Report

The Capital Projects Committee has convened two meetings with our architects at Freeman and

Kennett. We currently have a balance of $516,500.00 in our Capital Funds Account. Our congre-

gation has done an outstanding job of honoring their Capital Campaign pledges so early and it is

much appreciated.

Our committee is still going through the process of prioritizing the Capital Campaign projects and

are meeting with various people involved with the church facilities to make the best decisions on

how to proceed. We want to balance the congregation’s needs versus projects that cannot wait ver-

sus the funds we have available. We are also taking into consideration beginning the necessary

construction projects yet keeping the parish and Day School as undisturbed as possible.

The next meeting of the Capital Projects Committee will be February 27th and we plan to meet

monthly to address the many issues that will be coming up as we get closer to construction. We

are inviting Paul Kilmartin, who has been instrumental in bringing up security issues that need to

be updated at St. Francis, and Sam, our choir director to the next meeting so we can solicit their

input.

As mentioned in the last update, the hope is to have the projects ready to bid and construction to

start sometime in June or July. Even though St. Francis is going through a time of transition with

Father Michael leaving us, we are moving forward with our Capital Projects and are available to

answer any questions parishioners might have. Father Michael was instrumental in establishing the

Capital Campaign and we owe it to his legacy to carry through with his vision. We plan to provide

regular updates as we go through this exciting time for our church.

Blessings,

Kris Cooke, Susan Tysinger, and Jim Tanner

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O U T R E A C H

Change-ing Lives Initiative

The Lenten Season invites all of us to enter into a special time of prayer, reflection and spiritual

discipline in preparation for the celebration of Easter.

Again this year at St. Francis, in place of mite boxes, we will have the opportunity to partner with

Family Service of the Piedmont and their Change-ing Lives baby bottle program. Parishioners

will be able to use the bottles to collect loose change (coins, bills) or checks during the Lenten

Season. We will begin distribution of the bottles on February 22nd, continue throughout Lent,

and ask that all bottles be returned by Palm Sunday, March 29. Checks should be made payable to

Family Service of Greensboro.

Family Service supports families and children in the greater

Greensboro area through its services, education and advocacy.

Change-ing Lives is a program that we can participate in to

help change the lives of women, children and families in our

community – many of whom have been the victims of domes-

tic violence, sexual assault and child abuse – by collecting

loose change. All proceeds will go to support services includ-

ing Clara House Domestic Abuse Violence Shelter, The Chil-

dren’s Advocacy Center and Healthy Start, a program provid-

ing counseling and education.

Please consider joining the Outreach of St. Francis and adding this meaningful discipline into your

Lenten preparations. This is a way we can all get involved in the life of our community and in

Change-ing the lives of others. Thank you!

Outreach Committee of St. Francis

OUTREACH

The Episcopal Tuesday morning breakfast at

The Potter's House has an URGENT need for

peanut butter and jelly donations! Each

Tuesday morning, volunteers pack between

130-150 lunches for those in need, and the

PB&J is a vital part! St. Francis has

historically been the sole provider of the

PB&J, and other churches provide fruit,

water, etc. for these lunches. Please help The

Potter's House continue their commitment to

feeding the hungry in our community!

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If you're interested in a plot in the Community

Garden, please let Linda Allgood know

(lindaa@stfrancisgreensboro.org) by February

23rd. $15 will hold you a plot. You may drop

your check or cash in the offering plate or return it

to the Church office. Please be sure to designate it

for the Community Garden. If you're a returning

gardener from 2014, please give us your plot num-

ber as well. The garden is resting and absorbing

nutrients at the moment, but it should be ready to

plant around mid-March. Complete details will

arrive as soon as we have them in hand, but in the

meantime the Greensboro Beautiful website has free gardening classes and the Guilford County

Extension Center's website has great tips. Looking forward to seeing you in the garden!

C O M M U N I T Y G A R D E N

V E S T R Y H I G H L I G H T S

Vestry Highlights for January 2015

Capital Projects update, collections coming in early, totaling to date $516,500. The hope is

to have the projects ready to bid and construction to start sometime in June or July

Treasurer’s Report was accepted, Budget 2015-2016 passed with no exceptions. The

budget includes plans to repay the general fund by $25,000 per quarter to recoup money

over spent during previous years.

Fellowship Committee is in charge of the preparations for the Reception February 22nd

for Michael. It will be in the PH immediately following the 10:30 a.m. Service

Day School, Board meeting included finalizing 2015-16 school calendar with extended

sessions, slight increase in tuition about 2-3% to pay a raise to teachers. Enrollment up

from 2014 from 62 to 67.

Christian Formation reported increase in EYC participation and Confirmation Class in-

crease. Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper on the 17th of February.

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The Annual Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper is coming up very

soon! It will be Tuesday, February 17th in the Parish Hall, with

two seatings: one at 5:30pm and one at 6:30pm. All parishion-

ers are invited to come and have all-you-can-eat pancakes and

sausage, to support the EYC! Tickets will be on sale February

8th and 15th between all services. Tickets are $7 per adult, $5

per child under age 10, and free for children under age 2. They

will also be on sale at the door. Please come and support our

wonderful EYC!

A R O U N D S T . F R A N C I S

2015 Lenten Offerings

Wednesday Lenten Worship

February 25th, March 4th, March 11th, March 18th and March 25th

7:00 pm Evening Prayer in the Church

Holy Week:

Palm Sunday: March 29th 8:00 am Holy Eucharist

10:30 am Procession with Palms, Holy Eucharist

Maundy Thursday: April 2nd

7:00 pm Holy Eucharist and Stripping of the Altar

Good Friday: April 3rd

12:00 pm Good Friday Liturgy

Easter Sunday: April 5th

9:15 am Holy Eucharist with Flowering of Cross

11:15 am Holy Eucharist

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A R O U N D S T . F R A N C I S

STEPHEN MINISTRY CONTINUES TO GROW!

Stephen Ministry is an important way we at St. Francis continue to care for one

another in a uniquely supportive role. Through one-to-one caring

relationships, trained lay persons in our parish reach out to members of our

congregation experiencing difficulties. On February 15th we will be

welcoming a newly trained Stephen Minister, Chris Relos, and commissioning

the nineteen Stephen Ministers and Leaders who continue to faithfully provide

care, support and encouragement to those who find themselves in a variety of trying

circumstances. Please join us on the 15th as we grow in faith and commission our newest

member into Stephen Ministry.

THE PRAYER SHAWL GROUP

The Prayer Shawl Group gathers in fellowship at 6:00 pm on Wednesdays in the Library to

knit or crochet prayer shawls. These shawls are then blessed and given to someone who is spe-

cial in our lives or someone who may be in one of life’s many transitions – the loss of a loved

one, the birth of a new baby, surgery, illness, a wedding, a new job. We invite you to come

share this special time with us. Don’t knit or crochet? We can teach you! Questions? Call or

email Susan Tysinger at 288-5590 or sgtysinger@triad.rr.com.

OPPORTUNITIES FOR DISCHIPLESHIP

Nursery Care (Ages 0-3) is available beginning at 9:00 and runs through the 10:30 Service.

Sundays during the 10:30 Service Children: (PreK-5th Grade) Classroom #9,10/12 . The children will join the congregation at

the Peace before Communion.

Sundays 9:15-10:15 am Children's Chapel: (PreK-5th Grade) Sanctuary

Middle School Class: St. Mike’s

Coffee Talk: (High School) Classroom #3

Women’s Bible Study: Delicious Bakery

Adult Forum: Library

Continued: February 8th, 15th and 22nd

Adult Inquirers’ Class, led by the Rev. Michael Moulden

Sundays during the 10:30 Service Sunday School: (PreK-5th Grade)

Classroom #9, 10/12. The children will join the congregation at the Peace before Communion.

Sunday Afternoons Confirmation: (8th-12th Grade)

St. Mike’s from 12:00 – 1:30pm

Confirm not Conform Led by Amanda Harmon

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C H A P T E R S I N O U R L I V E S

DEATHS:

John Grillo, parishioner

Betty Asnip, former parishioner

Charles Tannehill, friend of Mike Gaines

Wayne Coffin, brother of Tina Lee

Nancy Roberts, parishioner

Mark your calendars for the Day School's annual "Lucky to Have You"

luncheon and basket raffle. It will be held Sunday, March 15th immedi-

ately following the 10:30 service. If you have any goods, services, tick-

ets, gift cards, etc. to donate, please turn them into the front office by

Monday, February 16th. A tax donation letter will be provided to you.

L U C K Y T O H A V E Y O U !

L U N C H A N D B A S K E T R A F F L E

Most children are fortunate and can eat anything they want without any problems. Unfortunately,

the CDC states food allergies in children have increased by 50% since 1997 and 1 in every 13

children are affected by at least one food allergy. Many of these children can have a life threaten-

ing anaphylactic response to allergens.

Just as you would require your children at home to remain seated during meals, students should

remain seated in the classroom for snack. Allowing children to walk around the room while eating

contaminates toys, leaves crumbs that attract insects and is a choking hazard to the child.

In order to keep all of our Little Franciscans safe we ask that Sunday School and Day School

teachers, chapel leaders, nursery workers and parents follow our “safe snacking” policy:

1. Wash hands upon entering the classroom

2. Serve only foods provided by the church

3. Ask children to wash hands after snack

4. Wipe down all tables after snack and sweep

5. Put away all leftover food and drink

S A F E S N A C K I N G A T S T . F R A N C I S

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D A Y S C H O O L

Registration Form

2015/2016

Child’s full name: ________________________________________________________

Child’s birthday: _________________________ (Must be class age by August 31, 2015.)

Check one: _____ male _____ female

Indicate your first and second choice:

_____ Twos M/W/F ($226) or _____ T/Th ($190)

_____ Threes M/W/F ($226) or _____ T/Th ($190)

_____ Fours M-Th ($252)

_____ Pre-K (ages 4 & 5) M- F ($293)

Placement in the Pre-K class is subject to director approval.

Parent names: ____________________________________________________________

Street address: ___________________________________________________________

City: ______________________________________ Zip code: ____________________

Email address: ___________________________________________________________

Home phone: _______________________ Cell phone: ___________________________

The registration fee of $65 is due in full at the time of registration. This completed form and the

registration fee will hold your child’s place for the 2015/2016 school year. Please note that teacher

and class placements are based upon enrollment. The registration fee is non-refundable. Checks

should be made payable to St. Francis Day School and our mailing address is 3506 Lawndale Dr.,

Greensboro, NC 27408.

If your child has an IEP or IFSP, please attach a copy with this form.

In early March, you will receive the SFDS Enrollment Packet and a statement for May 2016

tuition. The completed forms and tuition are due April 15, 2015.

P A R I S H S T A F F

S T . F R A N C I S E P I S C O P A L C H U R C H A Parish of the Episcopal Diocese of North Carolina

The Rt. Rev. Michael B. Curry, Bishop

The Rt. Rev. Anne Hodges-Copple, Bishop Suffragan

ST. FRANCIS EPISCOPAL CHURCH 3506 Lawndale Drive

Greensboro, NC 27408

ST. FRANCIS VESTRY: Jim Cox: Senior Warden, Michelle Koehler: Junior Warden, Dennis Barry: Treasurer, Geoff Wehe: Clerk, Jim Tanner, Kris Cooke, Robert McDowell, Susan Tysinger, Patrick Marshall, Brian

MacKenzie, Grant Haviland, Cindy Patterson, Pat Russell

The Rev. Michael Moulden, Rector

Amanda Harmon, Director of Children's and

Youth Ministry

Rae Augustin, Day School Director

Sam Doyle, Choir Director

Pat Copley, Organist

Jane Woody, Junior Choir Director

Linda Allgood, Parish Administrator

Bonnie Thyer, Communications Coordinator

Linda Lambe, Bookkeeper

Ken Cressman, Facilities Manager

Rigoberto Bautista, Custodian

On the web at: www.stfrancisgreensboro.org

Phone: 336-288-4721 Fax: 336-288-4760

St. Francis Day School: 336-288-4740