Weekly News June 11, 2026
- St. Wilfred Episcopal Church
- Jun 11
- 3 min read
We are beginning to work on upcoming projects that we would like you to keep in mind - including school supplies for the Food Pantry children and auction items for the fundraiser for the Bishop's Appeal. More information to follow.
The Celebration of Life for Anton Gantt, husband of Dorian, will be Saturday, June 20th at 1:30 with a reception following in O'Bryon Hall.
Adult studies are held on the first and second Sundays of the month. This week will be Proper 6 of the Lectionary. Grab a plate of food and join us during coffee hour.
This month's plate collection is for Mothers Helping Mothers. If you donate through our website, choose Discretionary Fund and please send a quick email detailing where the donation is to be applied.
Mothers Helping Mothers is an all-volunteer, not-for-profit organization that provides basic necessities such as clothing for your entire family and baby items (including bassinets, car seats, strollers, formula, breast pumps, and more), free of charge to families in Sarasota, Manatee, and surrounding counties. For more information visit their website at http://www.mhmsarasota.org
The Food Pantry served 139 families last Friday (families are eligible to come once a month). 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 June the Food Pantry is collecting toothpaste, brushes and denture 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., Joel, Larry, Michele, Father Scott, Amy, Barbara C., 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 including Gary Jones, Marjorie Arvedon and Jack Kulak; and for those celebrating anniversaries including Bill Moore & Kevin O'Connor and Buddy & Virginia Edwards.
+ 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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