Saint Boniface News Published by Saint Boniface Episcopal Church, 5615 Midnight Pass Road, Sarasota, FL 34242

JUNE 2019

WEEKLY SERVICES

Sunday Eucharist

8:00 & 10:00 am

Tuesdays 10 a.m. Holy Eucharist

Wednesdays 5:30 p.m. Evening Prayer

(Eucharist first Wednesdays)

Thursdays 10 a.m. Holy Eucharist and Healing

NURSERY Childcare is available for our youngest parishioners on Sunday mornings 8:45 – 11:45 a.m. in the Nursery with Ms. Yu Ya, our licensed,

professional caregiver.

CHURCH SCHOOL Weaving God’s Promises

Children in Pre-K4 to 5th grade are welcome to join us on Sundays at 10:00 a.m. A friendly greeter at the Welcome Table can direct you and your child to the classroom. The children return to their parents in church just before communion. For more information, contact Fr. Jonathan Evans, (941)349-5616 x313.

FROM THE ASSOCIATE RECTOR

Dear Friends,

After two years of being a priest in the Episcopal Church, I want to keep on learning to be a better one through continued study, exploration, and reflection. So, after careful thought and prayer, I am now enrolled in the Doctorate of Ministry in Congregational Development program at Bexley Seabury Seminary.

I will take classes on Reimagining Congregations in Mission, Organizational Systems, Community Organizing for Missional Living, Diversity and Context, Nonprofit Management, Making Mission Possible in Tough Times, and electives. The coursework will be followed by a project with St. Boniface Church and dissertation. Completion of the degree will take three to six years; I plan on completing it in four to five years. I will be required to be away about two weeks per year.

I anticipate that my study in these areas will benefit St. Boniface Church. I will be in regular dialogue with experts in the fields of congregational health, mission, leadership, and development. The work of St. Boniface Church will be examined and challenged with their help and the help of my colleagues. Already in my first class, I will develop a strategic road map with benchmarks and timelines in how we may create a more missional congregation. In other words, besides from my own professional development, St. Boniface Church would benefit each year it supports my enrollment.

The Vestry at St. Boniface Church has decided to employ some of its funds for seminary and clergy education to help make this possible. The financial support includes tuition, fees, temporary housing, and transportation. I am deeply honored, humbled, and thankful for this gift of financial support. Thank you so much!

In Christ, Jonathan+

ST. BONIFACE DAY ~ JUNE 2

Our Patronal Feast Day takes on special significance as part of

our 65th Anniversary festivities. Named Wynfrith at this birth in

Crediton, England in 675, Boniface is remembered by the

Church as the missionary to Germany and a martyr. He was

killed on June 5, 754 at 79 years old.

WEDNESDAY WORSHIP & POTLUCK

We gather in the Parish Hall at 5:30 pm for Evening Prayer (Eucharist first Wednesdays of the month) fo l lowed by a Pot Luck Supper. Please bring a salad, main dish, drink or dessert to share! For more informat ion, contact Katherine Johnson (941-927-2066).

SPECIAL GIVING—FATHER’S DAY TOOL FUND

Each month, above and beyond our regular giving, we have an opportunity to support a specific aspect of or parish life at St. Boniface. With 9 buildings, 21 toilets, 82 external doors and 23 air conditioners, our campus always has at least one “fix it” project underway! June’s special offering ensures we can tackle the special projects that keep our campus

safe and welcoming. Envelopes are available in the church entry area, or you may make your check to St. Boniface and note Tool Fund on the memo line. Your gift may be made in memory or thanksgiving.

CONTEMPLATIVE PRAYER

If you are seeking some peaceful,

reflective time in your life, consider

being a part of this prayer group.

Give yourself the gift of an hour of

prayer and sharing. The group

meets this month in the Healing

Mission Thursday, June 13 at 11:00

a.m. For more info, contact Fr.

Michael Piovane at 610-442-0983.

JUNE at St. Boniface Church

SUNDAY READINGS in JUNE

You may find these helpful in preparing for worship

Sunday mornings, or if you are joining us via our live

video stream. All readings are from the NRSV translation

of the Bible. Visit our website and search “readings” for

downloadable copies.

June 2, St. Boniface Day Micah 4:1-2; Acts 20:17-28; Luke

24:44-53; Psalm 115:1-8

June 9, Pentecost Acts 2:1-21 or Genesis 11:1-9; Romans

8:14-17 or Acts 2:1-21; John 14:8-17, (25-27); Psalm 104:25-

35, 37

June 16, Trinity Sunday Proverbs 8:1-4, 22-31; Romans 5:1

-5; John 16:12-15; Psalm 8 or Canticle 13 (or Canticle 2)

June 23, Pentecost II 1 Kings 19:1-4, (5-7), 8-15a; Psalm 42

and 43; Galatians 3:23-29; Luke 8:26-39

June 30, Pentecost III 2 Kings 2:1-2, 6-14; Psalm 77:1-2, 11-

20; Galatians 5:1,13-25; Luke 9:51-62

PEACEFUL OBSERVANCES National Gun Violence Awareness Day is June 7 and the start of a weekend of events to raise the awareness of gun safety issues. Sandy Hook Promise, the organization of parents whose children were killed at Sandy Hook elementary school, encourages people to wear orange that weekend

in support of the need for gun safety changes. On June 12, St. Boniface Church’s bells will toll 49 times at noon in unison with others around the world as a tribute to the victims taken during the Pulse Nightclub shooting. The tolling of the bells is part of Acts of Love and Kindness, a One Orlando Alliance movement grown out of the spirit of

giving and good deeds witnessed in the aftermath of the tragedy.

CELEBRATE YOUR DAD or GRAD!

A commemorative brick in our Courtyard makes a

unique and lasting tribute for Fathers’ Day or

graduation day – or other special occasion. Create your

own message to be permanently engraved on a brick, let us know which

area of the Courtyard you’d like it placed. And we’ll do the rest. $150 per brick. Order forms are available in the church entry or on our

website (www.bonifacechurch.org and type “brick” in the search box).

I Scream, You Scream, We all Scream for ICE CREAM! No one has to scream, just walk over to the parish hall on Sunday, June 30 after the 10 o’clock service for our pre-fourth of July celebration. Join in the fun of our annual ice cream social, and kick off the holiday week. All calories and guilt will be removed, just sweet treats and smiling faces!

WHOLLY LIVING How can we live the “whole lives” God intends for us – especially as we face life transitions? Throughout the year, we will offer workshops with resources to help you make plans and choices that reflect your wishes, values and priorities. We will dispel myths and provide solid information about retirement/assisted living, health proxies, hospice, wills, funerals, and legacy planning. Live your life wholly with good planning! Funeral Planning Planning your funeral or memorial service in advance is a great gift of comfort and connection for your loved ones. Join us for this workshop, where you’ll receive helpful tools and references. Sunday, June 2, 11:30 in the Community Center.

SUMMER LITERARY LADIES We will read Auntie Mame: An Irreverent Escapade by Patrick Dennis for our June 13 gathering, and Where’d You Go, Bernadette? by Maria Semple for July 11. We will meet at members’ homes at 10:00 am for these meetings. All are welcome! Call Marilyn Hill at 941-374-1990 for more information.

YOUNG ARTIST SHOWCASE

On Saturday, April 27th the Music Series Committee held a successful audition for the 2019 Young Artist Showcase. We would like to congratulate Teia Watson, a soprano at the State College of Florida, as our 2019 Young Artist Showcase winner. As the recipient of the award Ms. Watson will be performing a full recital here at St. Boniface in the Fall. Four other artists were selected to receive performance opportunities at St. Boniface next season, Koraima Garza, Larah Pereira, Mariah Sanchez and Christopher Wheaton. The Young Artist Showcase is a program dedicated to bringing performance opportunities to upcoming high-school and undergraduate performers form the Sarasota-Bradenton area. We had a wonderful turnout at the audition, 15 students of all ages and backgrounds attended to showcase their passion and hard-work. We want to thank the Friends of Music for making this program possible and a special thanks to the contributions of Bob Bole, Ernie Matijasic, Steve Graham and Jen Weinstein for organizing and promoting the event. A big thank you goes out to our panel of musicians, Glee Crocker, Genevieve Beauchamp, Jesse Munoz and James Guyer, and to our wonderful accompanist Jesse Martins!

THE WOMEN’S BOOK GROUP will meet Monday,

June 10, at 3:30 p.m. at the home of Marilyn Hill (941-374-

1990) to discuss Killers of the Flower Moon, by David

Grann. All are welcome! For more information, call

Cynthia Smyth at 908-568-9210.

Beyond the Broken Heart is an ongoing support ministry for those dealing with grief and loss. Recognizing the broad scope of loss, St. Boniface Church has a

ministry of support for those who are grieving. We will next meet on Sunday, June 16 at 11:30 a.m. in the Healing Mission. For questions or more information contact Rita Valenti-Piovane (610)442-0984.

PILGRIMAGE to PORTUGAL and SPAIN

Join us June 16-25, 2020, following the path of pilgrims old, on the road to Santiago de Compostela on the Portuguese Camino Route. Speak with Fr. Jonathan Evans (941-349-5616 x. 313) about this exciting trip. Deposit of $900 due August 1, 2019.

SUMMER COFFEE HOURS We welcome all bakers -- or those whose personal chefs are Costco, Gordon Foods or Publix ;-) – to share your treats at our Sunday morning Coffee Hours. Sign up in the Parish Hall or contact Betsie Danner, bdanner@bonifacechurch.org or 941-349-5616 x 318.

and BEYOND!

FROM THE RECTOR’S DESK JUNE 2019

Dear Friends,

As we come to the end of the Great Feast of Easter, the Church celebrates Ascension and Pentecost.

Both of these events have significant meaning for us.

The Ascension of Christ was witnessed by the apostles and is recorded in numerous places in the New

Testament. The Church celebrates Jesus’ ascension 40 days after his resurrection. We are told it takes

place on the Mount of Olives just outside of Jerusalem. It completes the cycle of Jesus’ life on Earth.

Beginning at the nativity, he came from the Father, and at the ascension, he is returning to the Father. This

also means that Jesus’ human nature, which he received in coming into the world, is now being taken into Heaven, into the

Godhead. Jesus now exercises all power in Heaven and on Earth.

Just before his departure, Jesus does three things to prepare his followers. First, he opens their minds to the scriptures, telling

them once again how everything written about him, his suffering, death, and resurrection, must be fulfilled. Next, he reminds

them of their continuing mission, to proclaim his name to all nations. And lastly, he tells them to stay in Jerusalem, promising

that they will be clothed by the Holy Spirit.

Ten days later, Pentecost happens.

Pentecost is the fulfillment of Jesus proclaiming the promise of the Father, “John baptized with water, but you will be baptized

with the Holy Spirit.” Pentecost is not the birth of the Holy Spirit, nor is it the first time the Spirit is mentioned in the Old or New

Testaments. The Spirit has always been, and the Spirit has always inspired individuals. But at Pentecost, the Spirit comes in a

new way, falling on everyone “like fire and the rush of a mighty wind.” Now, the Spirit no longer inspires just a few, but inspires

and empowers all of the baptized to continue Christ’s mission in the world.

For these reasons, Pentecost Sunday (June 9) is one of the great celebrations of the church year. It’s right up there with

Christmas and Easter! Pentecost is a reminder that we worship a co-equal and co-eternal God in Trinity; Father, Son, and Holy

Spirit. The music will be glorious and we will chant and use incense at the 10:00 am service. Many folks like to wear red on

Pentecost Sunday. I encourage you to do so.

After this, the Season after Pentecost begins. This is ordinary time or a “green” season, which means that it is a time for

spiritual growth. A good time then for us to use some different images and language, authorized by the church, in worship to

speak of and to God. Your service leaflets will contain all of the responses. As always, your questions, comments, and feedback

are welcomed.

God bless you, Wayne+

ST. NICHOLAS COMMUNITY FAIR Saturday, December 7

It’s never too early to get involved with The St. Nicholas Fair! This one-day event celebrating St. Boniface’s 65 years has many opportunities for volunteers! Specifically, we need coordinators for

fair decorations and signage as well as holiday wreaths and crafts. Call Ann Hardcastle at 941-538-8980 if you’re interested. And remember to put aside items like these we’ll be selling at the fair:

* softly used books * softly used costume jewelry * softly used handbags * Christmas ornaments and decorations * sea shells (for children’s art projects).

Do you like to bake? Involve kids in crafts and other activities? Paint? Make notecards? Tell stories? Lead sing-alongs? The sky’s the limit when it comes to activities! All proceeds from the fair will benefit St. Boniface Outreach. Have ideas? Questions? Call Ann Hardcastle 941-538-8980; Denise Ayre 941-342-0446; Alice Reid 206-571-6393; Frankie Kruger 678-923-5165; or Prill Nugent 312-909-2609.

SUMMER TIME and the GIVING IS EASY! If your summer plans take you away from us this summer, please don’t forget us! While our pews may be less crowded, our worship and ministries – and planning for next season – carry on and need your support. For your convenience, while away, you can give easily and securely by:

Texting your gift: Send a text to 73256, with Boniface as the message. You’ll receive a confirming text. Click on the link included in the text. When the link opens, follow the prompts for the amount, the fund (scroll through the options), and your credit card and contact info. Then click the “give” button. You’ll receive an email confirming your gift for your records.

Giving securely through the Members Area of our website (bonifacechurch.org/stewardship)

Contacting the church office (941-349-5616) to make giving arrangements.

Whether you’re heading “home” for the summer or simply taking a short vacation, we wish you safe travels!

SCHOOL ENDS - SUMMER HUNGER BEGINS On Tuesday, May 28, twenty-one volunteers from St. Boniface Church packaged meals for over 1,700 backpacks at All Faiths Food Bank. The backpack items are picked up at libraries everyday during the summer by children who no longer get free breakfast and lunch at school. For some of them, this is their only meal that day. Please join us for two other opportunities from 9:00-11:00, Monday, June 24 or Monday, July 22. Sign-up Sundays during Coffee Hour in the Parish Hall, or contact Helen Francis (941)921-6820. Thank you, St. Boniface, for fighting hunger and being a “Hunger Hero” to these kids!

BONIFACE CORNERSTONE SOCIETY

The Boniface Cornerstone Society honors parishioners who have

established legacies, through their wills or other planned gift, that create the cornerstones of a vibrant and vital parish to nurture future generations.

We gratefully list the following parishioners whose foresight and generosity leave a legacy of vital ministry and vibrant parish life at St. Boniface for generations to come, so that all might know the grace of God and the love of Christ.

Anonymous

23 Boniface Cornerstone Society members have chosen to remain anonymous

David Ashley and Joanna Ginder Frank Norman Bristow Jean H. and Joseph E. Brown Patricia Chapman Ted and Judy Copland Betsie M. Danner Bonnie Smith Doell Bruce N. Eberlin Adelaide and Reid Farrell, Sr. The Rev. Reid D. Farrell, Jr. and Dale Willard Wayne and Trish Farrell Charles and Evelyn S. Ferguson Charles R. Frith A. Cope Garrett David Goodrich Henry R. Griffiths and David Eichlin Cynthia Guiles Liz Harper Kathleen Z. Hayes Joanne Heiland

Robert Hesse Martha Huie Reginald Irvine and Alan Marlor Thomas Kearney Charles F. Kelley Charles R. Lewis Rae Jean McCall John H. Long-McCullough and Gerald M. McCullough The Rev'd William D. McLean III and Leslie Slater McLean Anne Moffitt Larry Patton Jesse L. Poston and William W. Couch III Barbara Roth-Donaldson Richard and Cynthia Sand William N. Spellacy and Lynn M. larsen Mildred J. Truscott Penny and Chris Wheeler Frank and Peg Wickham Sandra Wilbur Earl and Carol Wise

Boniface Cornerstone Society members' names are published only with their consent and are otherwise noted as anonymous. The above list includes current parishioners and those whose bequests were received in the past year.

What does a Boniface Cornerstone Gift do? For the giver, it turns a cherished vision into a

living legacy for generations to come. For St. Boniface, it allows the parish to fulfill its mission more completely by developing ministries, creating outreach opportunities and caring for our campus beyond what our annual operating funds would allow. It’s nearly impossible to go through a day at St. Boniface without enjoying the fruits of a legacy established by a parishioner now gone from us. The beauty of our campus, our pastoral care and the Healing Mission, lives touched through outreach, Christian formation, eager seminarians – all owe thanks to a Boniface Cornerstone Gift.

How can I become a Boniface Cornerstone Society member? Boniface Cornerstone

Society membership is simple and rewarding, and is open to anyone who wishes to provide for St. Boniface Church’s future with a bequest or other planned gift – of any value. To learn more, please visit our website (www.bonifacechurch.org/stewardship) or contact Betsie Danner in the church office (941-349-5616).