Prayer Cycle for the Week of Aug. 9, 2026

The power of prayer keeps us connected with God and each other.

We invite you to pray daily for yourself, your family, and for our parish family.
Note: The cycle of prayer for parish members is from our Parish Directory.

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The Eleventh Sunday After Pentecost:  Proper 14

The Collect:

Grant to us, Lord, we pray, the spirit to think and do always those things that are right, that we, who cannot exist without you, may by you be enabled to live according to your will; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.  BCP

Edith Stein (Teresa Benedicta of the Cross), Philosopher, Monastic, and Martyr, 1942

The names below, "LFF" are celebrations from "Lesser Feasts and Fasts", online 2025. Holy Days are in the Book of Common Prayer.  https://www.episcopalchurch.org/wpcontent/uploads/2025/03/lesser_feasts_and_fasts_-_2024__final_.pdf

Prayers and Gratitude for the Parish

David, Isabel, Gary, Judy, Matthew, Chris, Pam, Ray, Kay, Jane, Daphne, Kissa, Carolyn, Charlotte, Stephen, Harrison, Bill, Gregory, Marjie, Judy, Tim, Tasha, Rodney, Gloria, Helen, Fran, Milinda, Don, and Rebekah.

We pray for the health of Puget Sound during the toxic algae blooming.

 Prayers for Friends of St. Benedict 

Nancy Jo, Adam, Tina, Amanda, Jess, Tim, Gary, Shane, Marianne, Ron, Kelly, Oran, Judy, Michael, Kevin, Lauri, and Jason.

Prayers for Military Deployed in Service to the Nation

Richard

Prayers for the Departed 

Prayers for Birthdays & Anniversaries 
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In the case of a pastoral care emergency please call the Rector directly
360-485-7281

Monday - August 10 - For Parish Members

Jane 

Laurence of Rome, Deacon and Martyr, 258

Tuesday - August 11 - For Parish Members

Tim, Paula, and Amy

Clare of Assisi, Monastic, 1253

Wednesday - August 12 - For Parish Members

Cherry 
Brandon
Kyle
Bre’nae
 Sa’riyan
Kadejan
Alexis 
Zayden 

Florence Nightingale, Nurse, 1910

Thursday - August 13 - For Parish Members

Gen

Jeremy Taylor, Bishop and Theologian, 1667

Friday - August 14 - For Parish Members

Dave
Nicole

Jonathan Myrick Daniels, Martyr, 1965

Saturday - August 15

O God, you have taken to yourself the blessed Virgin Mary, mother of your incarnate Son: Grant that we, who have been redeemed by his blood, may share with her the glory of your eternal kingdom; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Feast of St. Mary the Virgin Mother of our LORD

A Prayer For Those in the Path of Fire

(We pray for the homes, people, pets, wildlife, and vegetation in the path of the wildfires in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Utah, and British Columbia)

Almighty God, who is our strength and our refuge, be with those who are besieged by fire, guide those who evacuate so that they may find care and comfort in a safe place; protect their homes and their pets, their neighbors and their friends, so that they may return home to a loving community. We ask this in the name of Jesus, your son, who abides with you and with the Holy Spirit.

– Adapted from The Episcopal Diocese of Los Angeles

Sunday - August 9, 2026
11th Sunday after Pentecost
Walking on Water

Word and Sacrament

Worship Services - 8 am and 10:30 am 

For the members of our parish family that
passed away  this year:

Mary Eberling
Kathleen Bruner
Kristie Louise Gouley
Paul Conroy
Judith Rockwell
Carolyn Baldwin

Give to the departed eternal rest;
Let light perpetual shine upon them.

Why Morning Prayer?

We will gather together on Sunday, August 9, 8 o'clock and 10:30 am, to worship together from the Office of Morning Prayer.

Morning Prayer was written so that the People of God can begin the day in praise, Scripture, prayer, and the offering of our souls and bodies to God with the rising sun.

In the Episcopal tradition, it is one of the principal offices of the Daily Office in the Book of Common Prayer. Its purpose is not just “having prayers in the morning,” but shaping daily life around worship.

It helps us to praise God at the start of the day, offer thanksgiving and intercession and prayer for grace for the day ahead.  

Wildfire in Spokane

August 3, 2026

Our siblings in the Diocese of Spokane have shared this message in response to the current wildfire crisis in eastern Washington:

As devastating wildfires continue to impact communities across the Spokane region, burning more than 7,000 acres and destroying hundreds of homes.  The Episcopal Diocese of Spokane has established a Disaster Relief Fund to support those affected.

Gifts to this fund will provide direct assistance to individuals, families, and congregations as needs arise. Whether offering emergency aid, helping communities begin the long journey of recovery, or responding to unforeseen needs, your generosity will allow us to act quickly and compassionately where help is needed most. Together, we can remind our neighbors that they are not alone. Thank you for standing with our community during this difficult time. Every gift, no matter the size, is a tangible expression of hope, healing, and God's love. - The Diocese of Spokane

In the Diocese of Olympia, we invite you to give as you are able to support relief efforts. Donations can be made online through this link. Checks can be mailed and made payable to the Diocese of Spokane; memo “disaster relief” in memo line.

Diocese of Spokane
245 E 13th Ave.
Spokane, WA 99202

We invite all people and congregations in our diocese to join us in praying for the Diocese of Spokane and for those affected by these devastating fires.

Almighty God, who is our strength and our refuge; be with those who are besieged by fire, guide those who evacuate so that they may find care and comfort in a safe place; protect their homes and their pets, their neighbors and their friends, so that they may return home to a loving community. We ask this in the name of Jesus your son, who abides with you and with the Holy Spirit. – Adapted from The Episcopal Diocese of Los Angeles

Paint Party at St. Benedict: August 15th

It’s time to do a little painting!  We have a paint refresh planned for two areas at St. Benedict for those able to come help!  The hallway leading from the parish hall towards the sacristy and our small copier room both need a little love from a fresh coat of paint!  

The date that is planned at this time is Saturday, August 15th.  The time to begin will be 9 AM for those who can make it! Many hands make light work, and both spaces should be completed fairly fast!  If you are able to come help for some or all of the time, or have any questions, please reach out to Kelly Ellis.

Many blessings!

School Supplies: Aug. 9 - Sept. 6

Once again, school will start in our area. While you are out shopping, please consider picking up school supplies for the children, so that they are prepared for the coming year. 

The supplies you contribute will be donated to North Thurston Counseling Center and distributed to the appropriate school offices. 

We strive to enrich each child to succeed in our city, and St. Benedict has always supported that goal. 

There are school supply lists on the table in the Narthex for your convenience. The supply drive will begin on August 9th, and we will collect until September 6th. 

Thank you for your generosity.

The Book Club will begin reading the book: "Theo of Golden "

The Wednesday Morning Book Group is starting a new book: Theo of Golden: A Novel by Allen Levi. We expect to start discussing Theo of Golden at our 11:00 am Zoom meeting on Wednesday, August 19th, 2026.

If you’re new to the group and wish to join us, please send me an email, and I’ll send you a link to the meeting.  

Send the email to Anne Metzler at annieg426@gmail.com . 

If you ring it, they will come

Summoning the faithful to worship by the ringing of bells is an ancient tradition in the Christian church; one that is especially beloved in the Anglican/Episcopal tradition. The British have developed it into an art form, know as change ringing. When St. Benedict Episcopal Church was built in 1987 the original design called for a bell tower. However, money ran out and the tower was never completed. After a nearly 40-year wait, that plan is finally coming to fruition. We are in the process of building that long-awaited bell tower. This page will document that progress.

To follow the journey from the beginning,
jump to the bottom of the page, and scroll up.

A bell tower needs a good foundation. We don’t want our tower to lean that that one in Pisa. Forms set and concrete poured. Word has gotten out. Todd Henderson, the Canon for Property in the Diocese of Olympia came to visit. He is being shown the progress by our Junior Warden, Norman Gregory. Mr. Henderson be on the look-out for a second bell we can use.

Our bell will need strong brackets to hold it in place. Bell ringers can be enthusiastic. Here is Arthur Fischer from the Barony of Glimm Mere group that meets at St Benedict. He came to offer his professional welding skills to help Norman and Clarice make custom bell tower brackets as called for by the structural engineer.

A bell needs a tower. The designer of the St. Benedict Bell Tower is Dennis Lyons, shown here with the model for his design. Mr. Lyons is a known craftsman in our Community who is behind many of the projects that you see throughout the neighborhood.

It starts with a bell. We searched for a bell, and found an Episcopal Church willing to donate one. A good start, but we are looking for a companion, so it won’t feel lonely.

Senior Driving Workshop: August 10

Monday, August 10, from 8:30 – 3:00 at the Lacey Senior Center on Pacific Ave.  Join our own Gerry Apple in this interactive workshop covering topics such as texting, driving in bad weather, handling emergencies, freeways, reference points, what to do in the case of a collision, and more!

After attending, you will receive a certificate that entitles you to a 5 to 10% discount on your auto insurance for two years.  Several of us are taking this class. 

Episcopal News Service

The Episcopal News Service (ENS) has been added to the St. Benedict Web Site for your convenience.  It is a successor to the bi-weekly paper, Episcopal News, that ran from 1835 to 1937. Episcopal News Service  offers in-depth reporting of local, regional, national and international news for Episcopalians and others interested in the church’s mission and ministry. Episcopal News Service is the official news source of the Episcopal Church.

The link will be posted each week for your easy access.  We hope that you find this new service helpful, click on the link below. 

Wednesday Healing Service

The Episcopal Church has an established tradition of providing healing services. The St. Benedict Healing service is a public gathering where folks come together to pray for healing and wholeness for themselves and others, with the laying on of hands and anointing with oil. The Service emphasizes prayer, spiritual support, and a sense of community in seeking God's healing presence.

Our community is blessed with the Great Cloud of Witnesses and so we call on the Saints of our faith to inspire us to wholeness.

We gather each Wednesday at the side chapel at 12:15. I hope you will join us.