Weekly News July 9, 2026
- St. Wilfred Episcopal Church
- Jul 9
- 3 min read
Repeating because we need these items now: It’s time for us to get our Food Pantry students ready for the next school year which begins August 10th . We are collecting supplies immediately and have begun to distribute the items (we have a four week rotation to serve all families). Please put items in the Narthex or bring to the office. This is a very important and necessary part of our ministry. Money can be given for us to do the shopping. http:// https://www.stwilfredsarasota.org/
The items requested are: colored pencils, markers, crayons, #2 pencils, highlighters, liquid glue, glue sticks, composition book, notebook, folder with pockets and pencil boxes.
A few members are going through various rehabilitations right now and would appreciate encouragement - feel free to send cards to Barbara Crain, Jack Kulak and Jan Jankowski.
Mother Joyce is on a well deserved vacation, and in her absence please direct any pastoral needs to our Senior Warden Diane Tennant (941-806-9527) and she will direct to the appropriate person.
Adult studies are held on the first and second Sundays of the month. This month the group will be led by past & present Senior Wardens Diane Tennant & Connie Anderson. The subject will be the day’s Proper. Grab a plate of food at coffee hour and join us in Ricker Hall.
Meet with the local Episcopal Men's Group for breakfast! 8:30 on Thursday, July 23rd at Keke's (Clark & Beneva). See Joe Hendricks for more information.
This month's plate collection is for Education Outreach. This is used primarily for our own preschool teacher appreciation gifts and “grants” given to individual teachers for their classrooms.
The Food Pantry was closed last Friday and expects to be very busy tomorrow. 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 650 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 July 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/ 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.
Cursillo is on hiatus until the fall.
Prayers for the needs of our Parish, particularly those who are ill or in any kind of trouble including including Victoria, Maverick, Amber Bradley, Barbara M., Jane, Aaron, Barbara J., Larry, Michele, Father Scott, Amy, Barbara C., Jack, Buddy, Ginny, Jan and Ken.
Long term prayers: Betty Thompson, Michael Petusky, Barbara & George Harding, Lila & Les Porter, Dee Rigdon, Eddie, Rita Mahaffey, Ina O’Reilly, Ellen Jankowski, LouAnn McDuffie, Herb Oleen, Allan T., Sue Wilson, Lynette Harding, Dane Forst, Charlene, Ginny Carter, Ann Arvedon, Shez Arvedon, Avery Squirciarino, and Katherine Vestal.
+ For those who have died and their families that mourn.
+ For those celebrating birthdays 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: Diane Tennant
Junior Warden: Kobie Drew & Chris Frano
Treasurer: Buddy Edwards
Secretary/Clerk: Ruth Hendricks
Additional Vestry 2026: Jane Homburg, Dorian Gantt & Lyn Wheeler
St. Wilfred Episcopal Church
3773 Wilkinson Road
Sarasota, FL 34233
941-924-7436
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