Connect
Finding ways to connect meaningfully with God and each other.
Connect
Finding ways to connect meaningfully with God and each other.
Contact
Connect with the staff members of St Stephen's.
Learn
Opportunities and milestones within the Episcopal church.
Care
Offering prayers and support throughout good times and in times of need.
Community
Guided and enlightening group gatherings as followers of Christ.
STAFF
Kyle Seage
Kyle[at]ststephenschurch.org
Associate Rector
Office[at]ststephenschurch.org
Parish Music Director
Office[at]ststephenschurch.org
Elizabeth Gravely
Parish Administrator & Communications
Elizabeth[at]ststephenschurch.org
Elizabeth [Betsy] Williams
Financial Accounts
Betsy[at]ststephenschurch.org
Barbara Berling
Altar Guild Directress
berling11[at]gmail.com
LEARN
Spiritual growth is endless: there is no limit to building your relationship with God. As a community, we offer several ways to deepen your connection with the Lord and provide support for members of St Stephen’s.
Church + Family
Everyone is welcome at St Stephen’s. You will notice we do not have a “Family Service” because every service welcomes families. For our youngest parishioners, we provide Soft Spot Bags with crayons, a children’s lesson to color, and a clipboard with paper. Children may attend Sunday School during the 10:00 AM service and join the congregation after the Creed to attend communion.
Confirmation
A valued rite of passage for young parishioners who wish to confirm their baptism. Those who wish to be confirmed in the Episcopal Church must attend 8–10 classes before Confirmation at Grace Cathedral in San Francisco. Next class sessions will begin Spring 2023.
Baptism
People of all ages who wish to become a member of our congregation may be baptized. To prepare, participants will meet with a priest for instruction about the Christian faith, the history of the church in general, and the Episcopal Church.
Stream Team
Students in high school can be a part of the Stream Team: a video group that streams, edits, and develops content with the vestry working groups to bring the church’s services online. This volunteer opportunity helps communicate the vital information about the parish to members of the parish community. If you are interested in volunteering, contact [email protected].
CARE
We are here for you. The Prayer Team is in regular contact with and provides continual prayer for the parish, community, and more. Whether you would like to receive prayers for yourself, others, or a situation in the world, we welcome prayer requests. Our Soul Team provides additional care and assistance to those who need it. Our Earth + Altar ministry cares for our garden and provides nourishment to the underserved.
Prayer + Healing Ministry
Our Prayer + Healing Ministry pray for those who request prayers for themselves, others, or a situation in the world. At live Sunday Services, the Healing Team gathers at the Votive Shrine to the Blessed Mother to offer prayers and the laying on of hands for healing.
If you would like your intercessions to be added to the Prayer List, please contact the Venerable Dorothy Jones.
Prayer Request + Light a Candle
Votive candles that burn at the Votive Shrine to the Blessed Mother represent prayer requests that people make for themselves, someone else, or a situation in the world. If you would like to light a candle, please contact the office. We will light a candle and send a picture if you cannot attend the church in person.
Soul Team
The Soul Team provides additional support services to members of our St Stephen’s community, such as meals, cards, tokens of care and appreciation, rides to the doctor, groceries, prescription deliveries, and more.
Earth + Altar Garden
Connect with the earth and each other as we till the soil, plant the seeds, and tend to the year-round garden. Produce is donated to local food pantries at Ritter House and in Marin City. All members are welcome and encouraged to participate.
COMMUNITY
Guided group gatherings allow us to bond over shared interests while we explore the world around us, the Word of God in front of us, and the light of the Lord within us. Everyone is welcome. Learn more about these groups and how to join.
Please note: Due to current events, many groups are on hold or over Zoom. We look forward to resuming in-person gatherings as soon as health and safety guidelines allow.
Yak Club
Local kayaking adventures on Richardson Bay or the Belvedere Lagoon.
Contact: christoph_porter [at] hotmail.com
Book Club
Join in the planning of Bible Studies and ways to grow your faith throughout the year.
Contact: [email protected]
Knitting & Crocheting Group
Meets every second and fourth Monday at 10:30 AM. Open to all skill levels and those interested in learning.
Contact: barbara.c.garciaromero [at] gmail.com
Anasazi
Seniors meet regularly for fellowship, a luncheon, and programs of interest.
Contact: Lois at 435-1780 or Zoila at dicknzoila [at] aol.com
Immersion Experiences
Currently planning for 2023.
Union of Black Episcopalians
Contact: [email protected] or call (510) 531-3355
Coffee Connections
Get to know other members of St Stephen’s and help serve coffee after church two or three times a year.
Contact Coordinator: brentfamily[at]gmail.com
Sacred Ground
Participants meet for 10 sessions to learn about and align their perspectives and choices with anti-racist thinking, attitudes, and action.
Two and Three-session series are currently offered throughout the year.
Please check the calendar for current information and connectivity.
Contact: Office [at] ststephenschurch.org
Social & Social Service Groups, Bible Groups
Student Ministry Small Group Gatherings
Status: On hold
High school students are invited to gather with the clergy for pizza, time as a group, and for scripture study. Meetings every Thursday from 6:00–7:15 PM.
Social Committee
Status: On hold
We are looking for someone to chair and organize special events for St Stephen’s parishioners.
Contact: office [at] ststephenschurch.org
Celebrating Through Liturgy, Music, & the Arts
Sunday School and Summer Sundays
Join the Sunday School team of teachers!
Contact: office [at] ststephenschurch.org
Artists-in-Residence Crafts, Media, and Holiday Fare
Parishioners exhibit their art in Kimball Hall for a month and/or participate in the Holiday Faire that occurs opposite Art Angels years.
Contact: vdoyleandjdoyle [at] gmail.com
St Stephen’s Acolytes
Youth (grades 3 and up) and adults can serve as a part of St Stephen’s ministry as torch bearers and crucifers.
Contact: office [at] ststephenschurch.org
Altar Guild
A team of dedicated volunteers care for all the implements used for worship, including preparation of the altar, the caretaking of the sanctuary, vestments, floral arrangements, and more. We are currently six members shy of the number needed to fulfill these tasks. Please email Barbara Berling if you feel called to serve in this way.
Contact: berling11 [at] gmail.com
Lay Eucharistic Ministers
This group serves the bread and wine at Sunday services, as well as performs home visits for the ill and shut-ins in the parish.
Contact: office [at] ststephenschurch.org to volunteer and for home Eucharists.
Lay Readers
Lay readers read the Scripture lessons in Sunday worship. For current readings, visit lectionarypage.net.
Contact: Diana Long | dilong [at] pacbell.net
Ushers + Greeters
With smiling faces and warm service, members of our frontline Welcome Ministry greet worshippers as they enter and exit the church, as well as remain on hand during the service to assist members and guests. Ushers serve approximately once a month at any of the Sunday services (schedules are flexible). Open to adults, teens, and children.
Contact: Chris Porter | christoph_porter [at] hotmail.com
Healing Ministry
Blessings for those in need of healing at the Votive Shrine of the Blessed Mother every Sunday during Communion. Note: The hands-on healing is currently on hold, but the group continues to pray for those who request healing.
Contact: dicknzoila [at] aol.com
Intercessors
Offer the prayers of the people during the weekly 10:00 AM Eucharist.
Contact: Diana Long | dilong [at] pacbell.net
Music
The Adult Choir sings weekly at the 10:00 AM Eucharist.
St Stephen’s Gives Back
St Vincent’s Meal Ministry
Sandwiches and other brown bag lunch items are prepared and delivered to the underserved.
Contact: pam [at] mccaskill.net
Grab ‘n Go Food Ministry
Brown bag lunches are prepared and delivered to Sausalito anchor-outs. More information about The Open Door Ministries at opendoormin.org.
Contact: RLSchaper [at] gmail.com
ExtraFood Ministry
Every Tuesday, leftover bakery goods are collected from premiere bakeries in Marin for sorting and distribution for homeless meals at Westminster, Mill Street, and REST dinners.
Contact: pam [at] mccaskill.net
Tiburon Thrift Shop
Volunteers work one 3-hour shift per month on Thursdays from 10:00 AM–1:00 PM or 1:00 PM–4:00 PM. Proceeds are shared with other local churches.
Contact: jhenerlau [at] yahoo.com or cindysbrown[at]comcast.net
St Stephen’s Gives Thanks
Thanksgiving November food collection for local homeless service centers.
Contact: TBA
Raingear Collection
Ponchos and socks are collected and distributed to the homeless every November.
Contact: TBA
Honduras Project – Siempre Unidos
Helping three clinics in Honduras that offer lifesaving education and treatment for people living with HIV/AIDS. More information at siempreunidos.org.
The Giving Tree
Placed in the lobby of Kimball Hall during the Advent season, a giving tree holds gift tags for impoverished children to match with an age-appropriate gift donated by those who wish to participate.
Contact: office [at] ststephenschurch.org