an ever-deepening relationship with Jesus Christ

Attendance for Sunday Services

Thank you for your interest in attending The Church of the Holy Faith. Masks are optional.

View live streaming or past services on our YouTube channel

Each Sunday, the 11am service is live-streamed on our YouTube channel.  Previous service recordings are also available by using the YouTube link.

Current and recent Worshipcast Service Booklets and, when available, text of each Sunday’s Sermon are available on our Worshipcast and Sermons page.

Announcements for the week beginning October 26, 2025

* Nursery. A Nursery for children 4 years and younger is available in Conkey House on Sundays from 8:15 am through the 11:00 am service.

Important Reminder:

Avoid Responding to Suspicious Emails

It has come to our attention that a round of spam emails is circulating, falsely claiming to be from Reverend Robin D Dodge. Some of these messages contain suspicious language, grammar mistakes, and misspellings.

Please do not respond, click on links, or give any information out to these emails!!!!

Fr. Robin’s email address is: fr.robin@holyfaithchurchsf.org. This is the only email he will contact you through. If there is an emergency he will only contact you directly through a phone call.

These fraudulent emails are part of a phishing scam and should be reported and deleted immediately. If you’re ever unsure about an email’s legitimacy, please feel free to call our church office for confirmation. Thank you for staying alert and helping keep our community safe!

Adult Forum

At this Sunday’s Adult Forum, Fr. Robin will present on this year’s Stewardship theme, “You are the Light of the World.” Forums are held in Palen Hall at 10:00 a.m. most Sundays. All are welcome.

Faith Explorers

A fun discussion for kids of all ages about God and how he works in our lives. We ask questions; we read scripture; we write prayers; we even have fun sciency things to do like making a cloud, or visibly seeing our sins washed away!! You simply MUST join us each Sunday from 10:00 a.m. – 10:40 a.m. in the Youth Room. Look for the poster in Palen Hall and join the fun between services!

Youth Group

Come join us at Youth Group this Sunday as we continue to talk about how our faith can be enacted through words and action in our everyday lives.  There will be games.  There will be pizza.  Hopefully there will be YOU!!

All youth ages 8 and up can participate. Older youth are especially welcomed, and can help us lead the games and discussions!  We meet in the Kinsolving Room from 12:30 – 2:00pm.  For more information, please contact Pam Jones pengojones@gmail.com.

Stewardship Campaign Kick-Off

The 2026 Stewardship Campaign “You are the Light of the World” is underway. Pledge packets were mailed this week to those who had not picked them up at last Sunday’s services. You are encouraged to return your pledge on or before Sunday, November 23, for blessing at God’s altar. You can also pledge online at https://holyfaithchurchsf.org/stewardship/.

Outreach Opportunities Committee

The Outreach Opportunities Committee will meet Wednesday Nov. 12th at 4:15 p.m. in the Campbell Room.

Adelante Harvest Final Two Weeks!

Help Us Reach Our Goal: 150 Bags of Rice! Drop off your rice donations in Palen Hall by Sunday, November 16, 2025. The Santa Fe Public Schools Adelante Program is collecting bags of rice as part of the annual Harvest Project. Your donation will help ease the financial stress of holiday meals for local families. Together, we can nourish families and support student success. Adelante supports the academic achievement and life success of Santa Fe children and youth experiencing homelessness or housing instability.

 Save the Date for Next Week’s Adult Forum!

Our Adult Forum on November 16th at 10:00 a.m. will be a zoom presentation by Adrian Waller from Colorado Springs. He is the CEO who runs Mission Ministries the organization that organizes and sponsors the house builds in Juarez. We look forward to having him tell us all about the work that Mission Ministries does in Juarez and answer any questions about the house builds.

Annual Parish Thanksgiving Dinner

Join us on Sunday, November 23, at 5 p.m., when we as a parish family count our blessings and wrap up the annual Stewardship Campaign with a Thanksgiving Potluck Supper. The turkey, gravy, mashed potatoes and bread will be provided – the rest is up to you! Please bring your favorite side dish or dessert.

A Call for Vestry Candidates

 Holy Faith’s Vestry attends to all business matters of the parish and are representatives of the parish in all matters concerning its corporate property and the relations of the parish to its Clergy and to the Diocese. Members of the Vestry must be confirmed or received within The Episcopal Church and communicants of the parish in good standing. They serve for a term of three (3) years. Vestry members are expected to attend regular Vestry meetings (usually held on the fourth Thursday of each month), participate in Vestry retreats, and be active in attending and supporting parish functions. If you feel called to serve in this vital role, please contact Fr. Robin with your interest before December 31. Fr. Robin can be reached at 982-4447, ext. 101 or at fr.robin@holyfaithchurchsf.org

Men’s Circle

Calling on men of The Church of the Holy Faith–gay, both partnered and single. Please join in a discussion regarding the possible formation of a Men’s Circle to help us better understand ourselves and each other in God’s light, to be of mutual support to one another, to assist Holy Faith and its outreach in meaningful ways, and to be a positive influence in our church community and out into the world. If you are interested in joining in on this discussion, please text your contact information, including email to Dirk Mathis at 505-795-0962. You will receive additional information in a forthcoming e-mail. Don’t hesitate to contact Dirk personally if you have questions or suggestions. Mutual respect and confidentiality is expected and assured.

The Holy Faith Free Spirits Women’s Group

The Holy Faith Free Spirits Women’s Group is a group of women who do not have partners any longer.  After a long hiatus, the Free Spirits plan to gather at the home of Rebecca Tobey for the annual Christmas pot-luck and gift exchange on December 13 at 3pm.  Please RSVP to Rebecca at rutobey@yahoo.com if you plan to come, and newcomers are always welcome.

Pray for the Repose of the Soul of “Street Chaplain” Joe

Joe Dudziak, founder of Chaplain Joe’s Street Outreach, long time Interfaith Community Services volunteer, and tireless advocate for the homeless, died this past weekend at age 66. His Street Outreach Ministry has been one of our grant recipients for several years, and he has been a guest forum speaker. If you would like to donate to his ministry that will continue through the work of others, go to https://www.chaplainjoes.org/

Prayer Shawl Ministry

The next KnitWits meeting is Thursday, December 4^th 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. in the Kinsolving Room. We would love to have you join us for a relaxed evening of handiwork, cookies, and tea. Questions? Call Allyson at (505) 983-0283.

FAITH FAMILY – What a Blessing!

Our Faith Family ministry has been going strong for over four years! If you have been the recipient of this caring group of Faith Family Disciples, you know how important this ministry is. Please reach out if you are in need of a ride or a meal or companionship – we are your family!

The days will soon be darker earlier in the evening. If you prefer not to drive at night, but would like to attend an evening church service or activity, such as Evensong, the Thanksgiving Dinner, or upcoming Christmas services, please reach out to the Lead Disciple as soon as possible and we will try to find you a ride. The more lead time we have for a request, the better.

For assistance in November, contact Rhonda Black, (505) 920-1271, rsb125@gmail.com. Want to be blessed by being part of this ministry? Contact Fr. Robin, fr.robin@holyfaithchurch.org or call the office (505) 982-4447.

Kid’s Corner

The Fall Carnival was an absolute success! Kids from age 3 months through adults played games, made art, ate popcorn,enjoyed the cake walk and joined together to break a seemingly iron-clad pinata! Father Robin once again beat the small children in the egg and spoon race – but we will be training for next year, Father!!. All would agree that Holy Faith’s Fall event is a definite keeper! See you next year!!

 

 

* Children’s Chapel – Is God calling you to help with this vital ministry? We are in need of chapel teachers and assistants for both the 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. services, with as much or little frequency as you can offer. All volunteers working with children and youth receive safeguard training. Please contact Mother Lynn, rev.lynn@holyfaithchurchsf.org (505) 412-0506.

* Songs and Stories – From 10 to 10:40 a.m. each Sunday, your child/ren ages 5 and up (we need older kids and teens too!) are invited to join a group of their friends to sing songs, hear stories from the Bible, dance, play, snack and generally have fun!! Bring your child/ren to Palen Hall after the 8:30 a.m. service (or come early for the 11 a.m. service). The kids will be led to the youth room where they will have an opportunity to learn songs, listen to stories and do activities. The children will be escorted back to Palen Hall to reunite with parents at 10:40 a.m. This is an opportunity for you to attend the Forum and enjoy coffee with fellow parishioners.

* Nursery Workers Needed – Our nursery attendants play a vital role in the health of our community, by providing parents and caregivers of children up to age four a safe and welcoming environment during our Sunday services. We are looking for both regular and occasional workers who are available from 8 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Parishioners who can volunteer on occasion would be a great addition, too! Safeguard training and a background check are required. Please let Eli parishoffice@holyfaithchurchsf.org or (505) 982-4447, know if you, or someone you know, is interested. The Church of the Holy Faith has a growing Family and Children’s Ministry and we want to keep it rolling! Please pass this information on to anyone who might be interested.

* From Your Treasurer – Holy Faith is extraordinarily blessed to benefit from an endowment that supports our work within the parish and our beloved community. The endowed funds, with a current combined value of over $11 million, are overseen by the Investment Committee. The Committee meets quarterly with our investment management team at Northern Trust to review market performance and to discuss risks and opportunities. Annually, the Investment Committee determines how funds are invested. Generally, a percentage is determined of investments in equities and fixed income instruments. Northern Trust follows the approved investment mix reallocating investments as needed to meet expectations. 

When the annual budget is considered, the draw that can be taken from the endowments is determined by averaging the three prior years investment values at year end. The by-laws limit the disbursement to 4% of the average. The Investment Committee reviews the disbursement request and, if approved, passes that recommendation on to the Finance Committee for consideration. If approved by the Finance Committee, the Vestry then reviews and considers the recommendation and makes the final decision. At each step, the guidelines established in the by-laws for the calculation and disbursement of funds is reviewed to ensure compliance.

Twice annually, at mid-year and year-end, funds are drawn from the investments which are then directed towards the intended purpose of the endowment. Once again, the Finance Committee and the Vestry review the disbursement and use of the draw to confirm agreement with the by-laws.

I hope these past few reviews of our endowed funds has been helpful. As always, if you have any questions, concerns, or suggestions, please feel free to contact me or any member of your Vestry.

Thank you!

Charles Rountree

* Hospital Notification – Holy Faith Parishioners admitted to the hospital are encouraged to contact one of the Holy Faith Clergy. Due to HIPAA restrictions, hospitals are not authorized to release patient information, and therefore our Clergy are often unaware when a parishioner has been admitted to the hospital. We take our pastoral responsibilities seriously and want to bring the ministry of prayer and healing to our parishioners.

* Education for Ministry Books – The Holy Faith Library has a complete set of the EfM texts for 2025-26. If you are interested in the program but perhaps do not have the time to enroll, you can still read the excellent books in the program. There are fifteen texts for the term, encompassing the topics of the Hebrew Scriptures, the Christian Scriptures, Christian History, Christian Ethics and Spirituality, and more. The books are all shelved together and there is a listing available in the library. Come check out what is new in today’s ministry!

* Cookie Ministry – The Cookie Ministry provides refreshments after the 8:30 Sunday Service before the Forum and before the 11:00 Service. This is a very easy and rewarding ministry for the Parish. Bakers bake and bring cookies, bars, scones or brownies; non-bakers can bring cheese and crackers, strawberries or mandarin oranges. Cookies can be brought ahead of time and put in the freezer in Palen Hall kitchen or brought to the kitchen before the 8:30 service. Hosts bring 2 quarts of half-and-half and plate the cookies, etc., on Sunday morning before 9:30, and replenish the cream as necessary. To sign up, text or email Karen Gahr at 703-623-7192 or wegahr@aol.com and I will invite you to our “Meal Train” scheduling site.

* Missing Library Books – Your Holy Faith Library houses an extraordinary collection of books. Some, however, have wandered away without a forwarding address. Recent requests reveal that the copy of An Altar in the World: A Geography of Faith, by Barbara Brown Taylor—currently being read and discussed by the Spiritual Classics group—has gone astray. Also missing are books of special interest to the Women’s Spirituality Group: Hildegard of Bingen: A Visionary Life and Praying with Hildegard of Bingen. We encourage you to use the library, but please take the time to check the books out! There are instructions next to the computer, and it is really quite easy and quick. If you need hands-on assistance, the librarian is available most Monday and Tuesday mornings. Meanwhile, check your bookshelves for these and other wandering titles.

* Be a Scout – Join Troop 57 (ages 11-17) or Pack 57 (ages 5-10) for Scouting for boys and girls including weekly meetings, camp outs, hikes, activities, and fun for the whole family. Both groups meets weekly at Holy Faith on Monday evenings. For more information contact Dave Blick at dblick@troop57santafe.org or 505-660-0341.

* Beware of Gift Card Scam – This scam continues to target churches across the country. Scam emails designed to look as though they have been sent by the rector or bishop requesting “a favor” prey upon the loyalty and generosity of church members. Do not be fooled – legitimate emails from Fr. Robin always originate from fr.robin@holyfaithchurchsf.org. Fr. Robin will never email you asking for a gift card. The only email address that Bishop Michael will use for DRG business is bishophunn@dioceserg.org.

* Recycle for Sight and Hearing Aid Recycling Program – The Capital City Lions Club collects used eyeglasses and hearing aids for distribution to those in need. If you have old or no longer needed eyeglasses, sunglasses or hearing aids, please donate them in the collection box that is near the back entry to Palen Hall or phone Sylvia Stevens at 946-0473 for more information. “Where there is a need, there is a Lion.”