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Reformation Sunday – October 25, 2026

October 24, 2026 by Robert Alvarado

REFORMATION SUNDAY
October 25 – 10 am worship

“The truth will make you free”     John 8:32

Rooted in the pat and growing into the future, the church must always be reformed in order to live out the love of Christ in an ever-changing world. We celebrate the good news of God’s grace, that Jesus Christ sets us free every day to do this life-transforming work. Trusting in the freedom given to us in baptism, we pray for the church, that Christians will unite more fully in worship and mission.

You can also participate in worship through the livestream and recording at www.ststephenslutheran.org. 

There is usually a Children’s Church / Sunday School program planned during worship. Please contact Leslie Lapp 476-4700 for more info. The Family Room is always available adjacent to the sanctuary for little one’s activities if you need it. We love having children in church and all that brings as part of worship!         

Coffee Fellowship:  Please contact our Church Administrator Leslie if you are willing to host. We need you!

 Upcoming Events:     

  • Thursdays – Men’s A.A. 7:00 pm Fireside room
  • Fridays –  A.A. 7:00 pm Fellowship Hall
  • Oct. 24 – Set up Oktoberfeast 10 am helpers needed
  • Oct. 25 – Reformation Celebration / Oktoberfeast  11:30 with “Thirsty Nine” band
  • Brats provided – bring a dish to share
                           Clean up crew needed
  • Oct. 27 – Scouts 6:00 pm
  • Oct. 28 – Bible Study 7:30 pm Zoom
  • Oct. 29 – Newsletter Collating 2:00 pm (helpers needed)
  • Oct. 31 – HOST AFC Shelter Dinners 5:45pm St. Johns Aptos.  Sign up to provide (one of the following)  main course, salad, dessert & breakfast.  St. Stephen’s is responsible for the 5th Saturday of each month.  We are all worthy of dignity and connection.  Let’s assist them to a better life. 
  • Nov. 1 – Celebrating All Saints’ Day & Día de los Muertos.  Bring a photo of your departed loved ones, framed or unframed, to display on a remembrance table in the church narthex. Don’t have a physical photo or can’t come in-person to church right now? Email a digital photo by 
  • October 28 (or any other questions you may have) to Christa Garcia at christawynekengarcia@gmail.com and she will print and display them for you.
  • Nov. 1  – “Holy Conversations”  11:30 am  Join a small group and explore where God might be calling us to next!  What are our hopes for the future of our ministry?  Sign up now
  • Nov. 3 – Trinity Tuesday 6:30 pm local pub (Discretion Brewing Co. 41st Ave. )  
    1 hour, 1 faith question, 1 drink    Honest conversation & genuine community.  What do you wonder?  Where do you see God?          Info. Kathy Allen 430-6359
  • Nov. 5 – Bold Women’s Café (dinner & devotions) 6:00 pm
  • Nov. 10 – Church Council 6:30 pm
  • Nov. 12 – Circle of Promise 10:30 am  
  • Nov. 15 – “Next Stage” musical guest in 10 am worship
  • Pr. Jim Office hours Wednesdays 10 am to 1:00 pm.
  • FLOWER CHART has openings FOR YOUR DEDICATIONS  *
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Reformation Sunday – October 26, 2025

October 25, 2025 by admin

We gather on Reformation Sunday
October 26 –  10am worship

“The truth will make you free” John 8:32

Rooted in the past and growing into the future, the church must always be reformed in order to live out the love of Christ in and ever-changing world.  We celebrate the good news of God’s grace, that Jesus Christ sets us free every day to do this life-transforming work.  Trusting in the freedom given to us in baptism, we pray for the church, that Christians will unite more fully in worship and mission.

You can also participate in worship through the livestream and recording at www.ststephenslutheran.org.

There is usually a Children’s Church / Sunday School program planned during worship. Please contact Leslie Lapp 476-4700 for more info. The Family Room is always available adjacent to the sanctuary for little one’s activities if you need it. We love having children in church and all that brings as part of worship!

Coffee Fellowship:  Please contact our Church Administrator Leslie if you are willing to host. We need you!

 Upcoming Events: 

  • Thursdays – Men’s A.A. 7:00 pm Fireside room
  • Fridays –  A.A. 7:00 pm Fellowship Hall
  • This Sunday – Reformation / Oktober Feast :  invite your friends
  • Sun. Oct. 26 – bring a photo of your departed loved one, framed or unframed, to display on a remembrance table on
  • All Saints Day Nov. 2. You can email digital photos to christawynekengarcia@gmail.com.
  • Tues. Oct. 28 – Scouts 6:00 pm
  • Wed. Oct. 29 – NO Preschool Chapel 10:15 am
  • Weds. Oct. 29 – Bible Study 7:30 pm Zoom
  • Thurs. Oct. 30 – Newsletter Collating 2:00 pm
  • Sun. Nov. 2 – All Saints Day Celebration
  • Tues. Nov. 4 – Trinity Tuesday 6:30 pm local pub (Discretion Brewing Co. 41st Ave. )
    1 hour, 1 faith question, 1 drink    Info. Kathy Allen 430-6359
  • Wed. Nov. 5 – “American Agitators” documentary screening, discussion and free dinner 4:30 pm Samper Hall Cabrillo
  • Wed. Nov. 5 – New six week Matthew Bible Study “The Gospel of Promised Blessings” 7:30 pm ZOOM
  • Thurs. Nov. 6 & 20 – Women’s Café Group 6:00 pm Fellowship Hall
  • Thurs. Nov. 12 – MMRR Circle 10:30 am
  • Sun. Nov. 23 – Stewardship Sunday & Thanksgiving Potluck
  • Nov. 24 – Dec. 3 – El Salvador delegation
  • Dec. 7 – Save the date Christmas Pageant
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Reformation Sunday – October 27, 2024

October 26, 2024 by admin

We gather on Reformation Sunday for the Polka Mass worship at 10am.

Rooted in the past and growing into the future, the church must always be reformed in order to live out the love of Christ in an ever-changing world.  We celebrate the good news of God’s grace, that Jesus Christ sets us free every day to do this life-transforming work.  Trusting in the freedom given to us in baptism, we pray for the church, that Christians will unite more fully in worship and mission.

You can also participate in worship through the livestream and recording at www.ststephenslutheran.org.

There is usually a Children’s Church / Sunday School program planned during worship. Please contact Leslie Lapp 476-4700 for more info. The Family Room is always available adjacent to the sanctuary for little one’s activities if you need it. We love having children in church and all that brings as part of worship!

Coffee Fellowship:  Please contact our Church Administrator Leslie if you are willing to host. We need you!

Upcoming Events: 

  • Sat. Oct. 26 – COPA 3:00pm  90 5th Sanborn in Spreckles
  • Sat. Oct. 26 – Set up for Oktober Feast 10 am
  • Sun. Oct. 27 – Welcome new members Sam & Christa
  • Sun. Oct. 27 – Reformation / Polka Mass / Oktober Feast potluck / Tree planting & jump house 
    Invite your friends
  • Mon. Oct. 28 –  Women’s Café Group 6:00 pm
  • Weds. Oct. 30 – Bible Study  11 am & 7:30 pm
  • Oct. 31  – Preschool Halloween Parade 9:00 am
  • Tues. Nov. 5 – New Trinity Tuesday 6:30 pm local pub (Discretion Brewing Co. 41st Ave. )
    1 hour, 1 faith question, 1 drink                   Info. Kathy Allen 430-6359
  • Tues. Nov. 12 – Church Council 6:30 pm
  • Thursdays – Men’s A.A. 7:00 pm
  • Fridays –  A.A. 7:00 pm
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Reformation Sunday – October 29, 2023

October 28, 2023 by admin

Almighty God, gracious Lord, we thank you that your Holy Spirit renews the church in every age.  Pour out your Holy Spirit on your faithful people.  Keep them steadfast in your word, protect and comfort them in times of trial, defend them against all enemies of the gospel, and bestow on the church your saving peace, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.  Amen. 

As we gather each Sunday, we receive the healing that makes us well and sends us forth to be signs of God’s mercy for the world.  We will gather for worship on this Reformation Sunday October 29 th at 10am.

You can also participate through the livestream and recording at www.ststephenslutheran.org.

There is usually a Children’s Church / Sunday School program planned during worship. Please contact Leslie Lapp 476-4700 for more info. The Family Room is always available adjacent to the sanctuary for little one’s activities if you need it. We love having children in church and all that brings as part of worship!

Coffee Fellowship:  Please contact our Church Administrator Leslie if you are willing to host. We need you!

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St. Stephens now accepts credit and debit cards as well as PayPal and Venmo for alternative ways of giving. Just press the Donate Now button on any web page to be taken to the new Virtual Offering Plate with three choices:

  • Vanco -- Our traditional electronic giving provider now accepts credit and debit cards in addition to bank accounts.
  • PayPal/Venmo -- For single gifts using either of those payment options.
  • PayPal (only) -- Includes recurring gifts.
  • Zelle -- Transfer money with your Bank's app or website.

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