The week of May 4

 Wednesday, May 6

6:00 p.m. – Holy Eucharist

Fr. Jamie, celebrant / preacher

Incense will be offered at this mass

Supper afterward at a local restaurant

 

Thursday May 7

7:00 pm – Episcopal 101

 

Friday, May 8 – Saturday, May 9

Fr. Jamie out of town

Sunday, May 10 – 6 Easter

11:00 a.m. – Holy Eucharist – Rogation Sunday

Fr. Jamie, celebrant / preacher

Deacon John, assisting

James Mackay, organist

Coffee Hour following Mass

 

Livestream:

We would love to see you in person but if you are unable to attend, please join us for Mass livestreamed at: https://www.youtube.com/@st.stephensfargo

 

 

Help the Garden Grow

The Green Team is expanding the wildflower portion of our grounds. You are encouraged to help by making a special gift towards the fund. Please mark ‘wildflowers’ in the memo line of your check. Go to NDSU Extension Service’s page:

ndsu.edu/agriculture/extension/programs/master-gardener/creating-pollinator-gardens-and-bee-lawns

 for more.

 

Episcopal 101

Our rescheduled Episcopal 101 will be held this Thursday, May 7 at 7:00 p.m. for this short introduction to our life, faith, and worship

 

Special Offering for St. John’s

On  Sunday, May 10 we will take a special offering for St. John the Divine in Moorhead. Bishop Shay Craig has asked that each congregation consider collecting a special offering to support the work of Fr Peter Akicmeir, the part-time priest at St John the Divine, Moorhead. The  thank-offering will be one way that St Stephen’s can show its appreciation for Fr Peter’s ministry, and its support for the St. John’s congregation! You can make a gift by marking “St John’s” on the memo line of your check.

 

 

Words of Wisdom:

"Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better." - Maya Angelou.

 

From the Green Team:

Plant your own veggies for ultra-fresh and pesticide-free food. The latest list of the “Dirty Dozen” fruits and vegetables from the Environmental Working Group identifies everything from spinach to bell peppers as having pesticide residue – even after you wash them. So, plant some of your own without pesticides.

 

The week of April 27

 

THE WEEK OF APRIL 27

AT ST. STEPHEN’S

Monday, April 27

Ambassador (newsletter) deadline

Wednesday, April 29

6:00 p.m. – Holy Eucharist

Fr. Jamie, celebrant / preacher

Deacon John, assisting

Incense will be offered at this mass

Supper afterward at a local restaurant

 

Thursday, April 30

3:00 p.m. – Memorial service for Michael Holman (+4/11/2026) at Wright Funeral Home, Moorhead

Fr. Jamie, officiating

 

7:00 p.m. – Episcopal 101

 

Friday, May 1

Committal of ashes service for Michael Holman

 

Sunday, May 3 – 5 Easter

11:00 a.m. – Holy Eucharist

Fr. Jamie, celebrant / preacher

James Mackay, organist

Coffee Hour following Mass

 

Livestream:

We would love to see you in person but if you are unable to attend, please join us for Mass livestreamed at: https://www.youtube.com/@st.stephensfargo

 

Episcopal 101

If you’ve ever wondered what it means to be Episcopalian—or if you’re simply curious about why we do what we do on Sunday mornings—Episcopal 101 is for you. This informal class at St. Stephen’s offers a welcoming space to explore the history, theology, and liturgy of the Episcopal Church, whether you’re brand new or have been sitting in the pews for years.

 

Join us Thursday April 30 at 7:00 p.m. for this short introduction to our life, faith, and worship

 

On Thursday May 7 at 7:00 p.m., we will offer an instructed Eucharist  

 

 

Words of Wisdom:

"Even in a world that is being shipwrecked, remain brave and strong." ~Saint Hildegard of Bingen

 

From the Green Team:

A few ways to store your food without using plastic:

-Store potatoes and onions in a basket and a dark place.

-Wrap lettuce in a tea towel.

-Use beeswax wraps.

-Wrap bread in cloth and store it in a wooden bread bin.

-Stand celery and carrots in water.

-Put leftovers in glass jars.

The week of April 20

 

THE WEEK OF APRIL 20

AT ST. STEPHEN’S

Wednesday, April 22

6:00 p.m. – Holy Eucharist

Fr. Jamie, celebrant / preacher

Deacon John, assisting

Incense will be offered at this mass

Supper afterward at a local restaurant

 

Friday, April 24

Fr. Jamie’s day off

*Please refrain from sending Fr. Jamie emails, text messages, Facebook messages or phone calls on his day off unless it is a pastoral emergency.

 

Sunday, April 26

11:00 a.m. – Holy Eucharist

Fr. Jamie, celebrant / preacher

Deacon John, assisting

James Mackay, organist

Coffee Hour following Mass

Livestream:

We would love to see you in person but if you are unable to attend, please join us for Mass livestreamed at: https://www.youtube.com/@st.stephensfargo

  

Prayers for the repose of the soul of Michael Holman

The prayers of St. Stephen’s are requested for the repose of the soul of St. Stephen’s member Michael Holman, who died April 11 at Heather’s House in Fargo. His memorial service will be held on Thurs. April 30 at Wright Funeral Home in Moorhead and his ashes will be interred in the columbarium at Gethsemane Cathedral next to those of his wife.

  

Prayers for the repose of the soul of Canon Zanne Ness

The prayers of St. Stephen’s are requested for the repose of the soul of Canon Zanne Ness, who died April 18 in Bismarck. Her memorial service will be held on May 8 at St. George’s Episcopal Church, Bismarck. Zanne was a dear friend to many of us at St. Stephen’s and often covered for Fr. Jamie when he was on vacation.

 

Words of Wisdom:

Each morning, we are born again. What we do today is what matters most. ~The Buddha

 

From the Green Team:

This Wednesday, April 22nd is Earth Day (Global Earth Day).

 

Focus: Raising public awareness about pollution and environmental issues, leading to major environmental laws like the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act.

 

The week of April 13

 

THE WEEK OF APRIL 13

AT ST. STEPHEN’S

Wednesday, April 15

2:00 pm  Memorial service (off site)

 

6:00 p.m. – Holy Eucharist

Fr. Jamie, celebrant / preacher

Deacon John, assisting

Incense will be offered at this mass

Supper afterward at a local restaurant

 

Friday, April 17

Fr. Jamie’s day off

*Please refrain from sending Fr. Jamie emails, text messages, Facebook messages or phone calls on his day off unless it is a pastoral emergency.

 

Saturday, April 18

2:00 p.m. – Memorial Service (off site)

 

Sunday, April 19 – 3 Easter

11:00 a.m. – Holy Eucharist

Fr. Jamie, celebrant / preacher

James Mackay, organist

Coffee Hour following Mass

 

Livestream:

We would love to see you in person but if you are unable to attend, please join us for Mass livestreamed at: https://www.youtube.com/@st.stephensfargo

 

Words of Wisdom:

"Do what you can, with what you have, where you are." ~Theodore Roosevelt

 

From the Green Team:

What is greenrinsing? Greenrinsing emerged as a new form of greenwashing in which companies set ambitious net zero targets to attract investors – only to water them down or quietly drop them later. It’s a way companies appear like they care while also increasing their profit margins, as they’re fully aware that eco-conscious people are willing to part with more money for sustainable products.

The week of April 6

                                               THE WEEK OF APRIL 6

AT ST. STEPHEN’S

Monday April 6 - Saturday April 11

Fr. Jamie out of town. If there are any pastoral emergencies or concerns, please contact Deacon John or leave a message at the church.

*please refrain from sending Fr. Jamie emails, text messages, Facebook messages or phone calls during his time away. If there is a pastoral emergency please contact Deacon John or leave a message at the church.

 Monday, April 6

Ambassador (newsletter) deadline

Wednesday, April 8

No Wednesday Eucharist this week

 

Sunday, April 12 – 2 Easter

11:00 a.m. – Holy Eucharist

Fr. Jamie, celebrant

Deacon John, preacher

James Mackay, organist

Coffee Hour following Mass

 

Livestream:

We would love to see you in person but if you are unable to attend, please join us for Mass livestreamed at: https://www.youtube.com/@st.stephensfargo

 

Words of Wisdom:

"What is done in love is done well." ~Vincent van Gogh

 

From the Green Team:

 

What is greenwashing? Greenwashing is the practice of making brands appear more sustainable than they really are. It may involve cynical marketing ploys, misguided PR stunts, or simply changing the packaging of an existing product while continuing to use unsustainable ingredients or practices.