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ST. JOHN'S REPORTER
Each month, you'll receive the latest updates from St. John's, right in your inbox. Be sure to hit "Read More" or "Share this Post" and share our news with others via social media.
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Ministry With God’s People
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Pastor Albers points out the various ways people find rest - and shares a reminder of how we achieve true rest from God.
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Pastor shares a great reminder of helpful habits for your faith life this summer. Check out the suggestions and encouragement he shares here.
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Worship for the coming weeks
October 11/12-The Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost
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- 6 pm/8 am-Worship (Evening/Morning Prayer)
- 9:30 am-Connect (Word and Communion)
October 18/19-The Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost
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- 6 pm/8 am-Worship with Communion (Divine Service 1)
- 9:30 am-Connect (Word and Song)
October 25/26-Reformation Day (Observed)
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- 6 pm/8 am-Worship with Communion (Divine Service 1)
- 9:30 am-Connect (Word and Communion)
November 1/2-All Saints' Day (Observed)/Commemoration of the Faithful Departed (All Services)
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- 6 pm/8 am-Worship with Communion (Divine Service 1)
- 9:30 am-Connect (Word and Communion)
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Special Events in our worship schedule:
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November 22/23—Christ the King (Last Sunday of the Church Year)
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November 29/30—First Sunday in Advent
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December 3—First Midweek Service in Advent @ 6:30 pm
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Special Events in our Calendar
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Save the date: Family Reunion Sunday
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Check out the plan for the Family Reunion Sunday on August 30th, beginning with worship at 10am. To check how you can help, the list of needed volunteers is also included here.
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Blood Drive at St. John's
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Sign up now to donate blood on Family Reunion Sunday, as the American Red Cross has declared a national blood crisis and faces an emergency shortage.
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Interviews Beginning for the Associate Pastor Call Process
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The Call Process is moving forward as four names have been selected to be interviewed. More information on the plans for that interview process are shared here. If you would like to attend the interviews to listen in, contact Pastor to be notified of the schedule.
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The Story of the Stained Glass
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Check out this series of articles describing the teachings behind the stained glass windows at St. John’s! This month, Pastor shares the meaning behind a small group of the disciples.
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'The Ministry We Share' Campaign August Update
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Here is the latest update on TMWS, and information on the current and upcoming needs which TMWS will prepare St. John’s to respond to.
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The fire alarm system inspection has revealed necessary updates to protect our building in the future. The alarm system is still functioning but details on the upcoming repairs and replacements are shared here.
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Bible studies are meeting this fall! The women’s studies are each beginning new topics, the men’s study meets to study the Psalms on August 8th, and the Sunday morning study will resume in September. Read more information on each of these groups here.
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Growing in Christ:
Devotions to Strengthen Your Life with God
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Where is your gaze set this week? To what does your mind find comfort in throughout the day? Enjoy this wonderful reminder of the promises Jesus has for us when we keep our eyes fixed on him.
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NEST Update from the Summer
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NEST is ready for another great year full of activities and creating new memories! Check out an update from our co-chairs Katie & Sarah here.
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Staffed and Ready for the School Year
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Change can be scary, but St. John’s is set for the year with a great faculty! Learn more about Mr. Alberding’s updates on the school and faculty assignments here.
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Thank you to all who supported NEST this school year! It was a wonderful year of strengthening the community and creating fun activities for the students. Read more here for a short update from NEST, and the upcoming events over the summer!
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Save The Date
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Oct. 8 - Drayton Family Education Concert (at the Symphony)
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Oct. 12 - Pastor Appreciation Day
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Oct. 16 - Fall Room Parties
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Oct. 16 - End of First Quarter
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Oct. 17-10/21 - Fall Break
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Oct. 22 - Unity Day (Antibullying) wear orange
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Oct. 27-31 - Red Ribbon Week & Book Fair
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Oct. 31 - Grandparent’s Day at 8-10:30am
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School Calendar Reminders
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November 17-21 - Operation Christmas Child
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December 5 - Christmas Craft Day
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December 11: Christmas Concert
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Student Council is wrapping up the year by leading chapel for the last day of school!
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End of Year Activities a Great Success
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The school year ended with so many special activities. Check out what has been going on around these busy halls in the recent weeks!
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