Weekly News January 8, 2026
- St. Wilfred Episcopal Church
- Jan 8
- 3 min read
The Celebration of Life for Ann Johnson will be Saturday, January 10th at 11:00 am.
Sunday during the service will be the baptism of our beloved Jeanie Wood's great great grandson Banks Thomas Halla!!
Kindly return your pledge cards as soon as possible by placing it in the Blessing Box at the baptismal font, drop off or mail to the Parish Office, or by taking a photo of the card and emailing it to us. This assists us in our budget preparation for 2026.
The new directories are printed and available in the Narthex or the exit at the breezeway.
Book studies are held on the first and second Sundays of the month. Beginning in January we will be discussing the Theology of the Devil (Satan) and Demons. (No book). Grab some food at Coffee Hour and join us in Ricker Hall.
Praise Sunday, January 25th , the 4th Sunday of the month, is also potluck! We are having “Souper Sunday”, so please bring your favorite soup, side dish or dessert.
The Annual Congregational Meeting will be Sunday, February 1st after the regular service during Coffee Hour.
This month's collection is for SURE. "SURE is a faith-based Justice Ministry designed to train volunteer leaders to work with community leaders and public officials to correct inequities in the Sarasota community that adversely affect the poor, under-served and disadvantaged. We provide hope for equality of opportunity for the future. For additional information about the programs you may talk to Chloteal Lewis or Sue Tharp. Information can also be found at https://www.sarasota-united.org/about-sure
Needless to say the amount of families visiting our Food Pantry has doubled. You can help by volunteering, providing the toiletry items listed below, or donate funds. To donate online please go to: https://www.stwilfredsarasota.org/
FYI – Our Food Pantry serves approximately 600 households per month and is increasing! Changes to the SNAP program of supplemental food assistance has been reduced by the federal government and an increase of local families needs is expected.
For January the Food Pantry is collecting liquid cleaning supplies. Toiletries are not included with government food assistance and the need is greater than ever. They are in need of egg cartons, paper and plastic bags. There is a basket in the narthex, or kindly bring the items to the office.
The Food Pantry can always use some help on Fridays distributing the food and some strong arms on Thursdays. Please arrive around noon. If you know of someone that can lift heavy things that would be great! This would be on Thursdays and they don't have to commit to every week.
Facebook is a fun way to stay connected with the Church and the news and happenings! Postings from the Preschool, the Diocese, the Episcopal Church, the National Cathedral, plus some fun and humorous items. Visit us at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/458237684264439
It's easy to give online to the Church ! Just click on the following link: https://www.stwilfredsarasota.org/ (Updated 11/13/25) There is no need to log in. You can designate which fund you wish to contribute to.
Standing meetings:
DOK and Men of AIM meet the third Sunday of the month after Coffee Hour.
The Men's Study Group led by Rev. Ev meets Thursdays from 12:00 - 1:00 in the Church office.
Cursillo meets in the Office the first & third Wednesday of the month.
Prayers for the needs of our Parish, particularly those who are ill or in any kind of trouble including Jim, Roberta, Tony, Eddie, Rob & Barbara, Allan, Victoria, Herb, Amy, Julio, Marilyn, Charlene, Ginny C., Maverick, Amber Bradley, Barbara M., Anton, Jane, Aaron, Barbara J., Sarah, Lyn, Jack & Mary Sue.
Long term prayers: Betty Thompson, Michael Petusky, Barbara & George Harding, Lila & Les Porter, Dee Rigdon, Eddie, Rita Mahaffey, Ina O’Reilly, Ellen Jankowski, Ann Arvedon, Avery Woodruff, Katherine Vestal, and LouAnn.
+ For those who have died and their families that mourn .
+ For those celebrating birthdays including Ramona Glenn, Jacqueline Edwards and Barbara Flounders; and for those celebrating anniversaries .
+ For those who are traveling.
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Office Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday (10-2)
Priest in Charge: The Reverend Joyce W. Holmes
Senior Warden: Connie Anderson
Junior Warden: Lyn Wheeler
Treasurer: Buddy Edwards
Secretary/Clerk: Diane Tennant
Additional Vestry 2025: Jane Homburg & Joel Swallow
St. Wilfred Episcopal Church
3773 Wilkinson Road
Sarasota, FL 34233
941-924-7436
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