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

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