To St. John's Parishioners and Friends:

"Look with favor upon those whom you have called, O God, and grant that they may be so filled with your Holy Spirit that they may minister in their chosen task with joy and steadfast devotion; through Jesus Christ our Savior. Amen."

--Book of Occasional Services, p. 198

At our Annual Meeting this past Sunday, we prayed this prayer over each of our newly elected ministers.

Please welcome Tom Jones and Lisa Heller to St. John's Vestry. New Junior and Senior Wardens will be announced after the new Vestry meets this Sunday.

Our heartfelt thanks to departing Vestry members Elise Crawford, Sandy Jones, and especially Susie Pike, who served as Senior Warden.

Thanks also to our delegate to Annual Convention Walt Cooner and to Monti Zimmerman, our alternate, for agreeing to serve once again in this ministry.

May they serve, as others have, with joy and steadfast devotion.

Faithfully,

Kevin

The Rev. Kevin Laskowski

Priest-in-Charge

St. John's Episcopal Church

Pancake Supper, March 4, 5-7 PM

Let there be pancakes! For dinner! Our annual Shrove Tuesday celebration happens March 4. Invite family and friends, and RSVP online.

Lent, Holy Week, and Easter Worship at St. John's

• Ash Wednesday, March 5, Noon and 7 PM
• Palm Sunday, April 13, 9:30 AM
• Maundy Thursday, April 17, 7:30 PM
• Good Friday, April 18, Noon and 7:30 PM
• Easter Sunday, April 20, 8 AM and 10:30 AM followed by our Easter Egg Hunt!

Save-the-Date: Progressive Dinner, May 24

Our annual Progressive Dinner will take place May 24. Save the date for this special occasion.

Altar Flowers Needed

Dedicate the altar flowers in thanksgiving or in memory of a loved one here.

WORSHIP

Sunday's Sermon

God's call can indeed be heard amid political turmoil, divided societies, and personal troubles. Are we listening? How's your prayer life?

View all our services on our YouTube channel. And look for new sermons as always here.

Join Us In Person or Online

Join us in the historic church at 9:30 AM Sunday or watch live via YouTube. Additional links to the livestream, worship bulletin, and lectionary class are sent Saturday and also available on our website.

Upcoming Readings for the The Sixth Sunday after the Epiphany

Let us prepare our hearts and mind for worship:

First Reading: Jeremiah 17:5-10

Jeremiah warns that those who rely on their own abilities will find that their efforts come to nothing. But those who choose to put their faith in God will be richly blessed in all their endeavors.

Response: Psalm 1

Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 15:12-20

Jesus teaches the crowd about the nature of true blessedness and virtue. In spite of what the world might think, it is the poor, the downtrodden and the persecuted who find favor in God’s sight.

Gospel: Luke 6:17-26

Jesus teaches the crowd about the nature of true blessedness and virtue. In spite of what the world might think, it is the poor, the downtrodden and the persecuted who find favor in God’s sight.

New Worship Customary

Bishop E. Mark Stephenson has updated liturgical guidelines for the Diocese of Virginia. Remember: "individual communicants may not dip their own hosts or bread in the wine." The minister will intinct for you, if you so desire. As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please contact Rev. Kevin.

Saint of the Week: Bakhita

Josephine Margaret Bakhita is Sudan's only saint to date and a champion of human rights. Kidnapped and sold into slavery as a child, Bakhita suffered until she was "rescued" during one of Sudan's recurring civil wars by an Italian diplomatic family who changed her life.

Read more about her on our website.

Bible Studies!

Join us in the library Wednesdays at 11 AM or Thursday nights at 7 PM, for a weekly Bible study on the Gospel of Luke. We'll be using N.T. Wright's Luke: 26 Studies for Individuals and Groups (2011) to explore the third gospel. No need to RSVP for individual classes. For more information, contact Father Kevin or Lisa Heller.

Adult Lectionary Forum

Join us Sundays in person in the church library or online via Zoom to discuss the day's lessons. (This is the new link for meeting #826 4944 0667. Please make sure you use this new, updated link.)

Education for Ministry (EfM)

Education for Ministry (EfM) is a unique four-year distance learning certificate program in theological education based upon small-group study. Contact Walt Cooner for more information.

Volunteer at Hanley House in February

Due to inclement weather, we moved serving the meal to the following week.

St. John's makes and serves a meal every second Tuesday of the month at the shelter. Sign up to prepare or provide food ahead of time and/or join us on February 18 to serve. We'll be making pulled chicken BBQ. Contact Deacon Steve for more information.

Bring donations for our local family shelter to church or drop by the office.

Their needs may be found on their In-Kind Donations Wish List through Amazon.

Shop for Western Fairfax Christian Ministries

Please bring donations of food and more to Sunday services, or drop at the church office. Take one of the colorful slips at church as a reminder to shop. These items are especially needed:

Food:

• Flour (Maseca preferred)
• Sugar (1 or 2 lb. bags)
• Vegetable Oil
• Pasta Sauce
• Pasta
• Brown Rice
• Pancake Mix
• Family Sized Snacks (pretzels, crackers, nuts, seeds, dried fruit, etc.)
• Canned Chicken
• Hot Beverages (ground coffee, tea bags, etc.)

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Toiletries:

NOTE: Toiletry items cannot be purchased by clients with SNAP​​

• Body Wash
• Bar Soap
• Toothpaste
• Toothbrushes
• Hair Shampoo
• Hair Conditioner
• Toilet Paper
• Feminine Hygiene Products
• Size 6 Diapers 
• Large size pullups (size 4T/5T for toddlers)
• Baby Wipes​

St. John's is a founding partner of Western Fairfax Christian Ministries, which provides food and financial support to more than 600 local families every month.

Centreville Immigration Forum

CIF provides immigrants in need with the means to improve their lives and become more integrated into the community, improve communication and cooperation among all groups serving immigrants, and build community recognition of our strength in diversity.

The Shepherd's Center of Western Fairfax

The Shepherd's Center needs drivers and support for local seniors.

Supporting Wildfire Response

According to Episcopal Relief and Development, emergency responders are still working to contain the 100-mph wind-fueled fires that are consuming land, homes, places of worship, parks and businesses all across Southern California. Already 28 people are dead and more than 130,000 had to evacuate their homes – many of whom no longer have a home to which they can return.

For more information and to donate to relief efforts, visit Episcopal Relief and Development's Wildfire Response Fund and the Episcopal Diocese of Los Angeles' Fire Response.

Prayer Requests

If you would like to add yourself or someone you care about to our Sunday prayer list, please contact clergy or the church office.

Sunday Services

Additional readers and ushers are needed. Sign up here.

Coffee Hour

We gather after worship for food and fellowship. Assist with snacks here.

Katherine Hanley Monthly Dinner

We cook and serve every second Tuesday of the month. Sign up here.

Altar Flowers

Dedicate the altar flowers in thanksgiving or in memory of a loved one here.

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