St. John's Episcopal Church - Centreville, VA |
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Parish News - June 8, 2022 |
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PLEASE NOTE: Due to the surge in Corona Virus in FFX, St. John's is taking the step of asking everyone to continue wearing masks at the Sunday service. |
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Dear St. John's Parishioners and Friends:
Last Saturday, in the presence of the Holy Spirit, your Diocesan Clergy and Lay Representatives elected our new Bishop Elect, The Reverend Cannon Mark Stevenson. Our Old Testament reading this week is from Proverbs. The first two verses introduce us to “wisdom” saying “Does not wisdom call, and does not understanding raise her voice?” and concludes with “and I (wisdom) was daily in his delight, rejoicing before him always, rejoicing in his inhabited world and delighting in the human race”. I have to believe wisdom was with us as we elected Canon Mark to be our next Bishop Diocesan and look forward to his spiritual and organizational leadership. Let's welcome and pray for Canon Mark, his family and our Diocese.
Let’s pray this prayer for the Diocese,
O God, by your grace you have called us in this Diocese to a goodly fellowship of faith. Bless our Bishop Elect Mark, our Suffragan Susan, and Jennifer, all priests and deacons and laity. Grant that your Word may be truly preached and truly heard, your Sacraments faithfully administered and faithfully received. By your Spirit (wisdom), fashion our lives according to the example of your Son, and grant that we may show the power of your love to all among whom we live; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen
Peace,
Rev. Deacon Steve
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We welcomed The Rev. Philene Ware Dunn on April 24 to St. John's. She is the priest celebrating the Sunday service until July 31. She will be here on Sunday mornings only and will work with Deacon Steve on any pastoral concerns. |
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PARISH NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS |
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St. John’s Wood Splitting Exercises Continue:
Saturday, June 4, 13 willing and able volunteers gathered behind St. Johns on Mt. Gilead Green. The weather was perfect. Yes, word is getting out and now wood is being donated to the parish, in addition the fallen trees we already had to cut up. We had two splitters going non-stop from 8:00 a.m. until Noon. Always good to announce that there were no casualties and just an occasional growl about a sore back😊 All in all, the count was about 2.5 cords of wood were split.
Several St. John’s parishioners were present: Dick Griffith, John Tucker, and Andrew Wade. Several other family members, friends, and neighbors also joined in the fun. We want to thank Jonathan Carvajal, Gene Crawford, Tony Denk, Steve Garifo, Dave Hess, Rob Quinn, Heiko Schröeder, Kathrin Schröeder, Andrew Vetsch, and Rick Vetsch.
We anticipate a similar event in late summer or early fall.
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The services continue to be live streamed at 9:30 AM on Sunday morning, and they can be watched later as well. The link to the online service is found below and will be the same link every Sunday. On Saturday, we will resend the link, along with a link for the bulletin and the lectionary class.
SUNDAY LIVESTREAM LINK:
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OUTREACH PROGRAM: GIRL SCOUTS & GARDENING |
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Carol's sabbatical and retirement
"Many of you have asked about my plans for my sabbatical. As you know, I received a grant from the Lilly Foundation for a three month sabbatical, including visiting several destinations, thanks to your support and the generosity of the Foundation. My retirement will then begin on August 1."
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We have all seen the horrors of the war in Ukraine. If you would like to help those in need, Episcopal Relief and Development is working closely with a group that is on the ground in Ukraine. You can make a contribution on their website at https://www.episcopalrelief.org/ Please continue to keep the people of Ukraine in your prayers.
As the Russian invasion of Ukraine escalates, please continue to pray for all those involved in this conflict.
God of peace and justice, we pray for the people of Ukraine today. We pray for peace and the laying down of weapons. We pray for all those who fear for tomorrow, that your Spirit of comfort would draw near to them. We pray for those with power over war or peace, for wisdom, discernment and compassion to guide their decisions. Above all, we pray for all your precious children, at risk and in fear, that you would hold and protect them. We pray in the name of Jesus, the Prince of Peace. Amen
(written by Archbishop Justin Welby and Archbishop Stephen Cottrell)
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OUTREACH and VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES |
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Centreville Immigration Forum and Labor Resource Center
Current Volunteer & Intern Opportunities
Here is a list of our current volunteer and internship opportunities. For more information fill out the volunteer intake form.
1. Volunteer in these areas:
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Administration / Community Outreach / Database Management / Marketing Committee / Personnel Committee / Fundraising
2. How can you get involved with the programs and projects of the Centreville Immigration Forum?
- Our bimonthly new volunteer orientations are a great way to meet the staff and hear more about our current volunteer needs.
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Please fill out the Intake form, include your resume,and we will reach out to you shortly with information about the next information session. Be sure to read our Code of Ethics before filling out the form! Join our next orientation!
- Join us in action as we make Centreville a model of how day laborers and the community can work together!
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Top Items Currently Needed by The Katharine K. Hanley Family Shelter
Toothpaste / Shampoo / Conditioner / Body Wash /
Bar Soap / Hand Soap / Deodorant
The items may be dropped off at the office.
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The KKHFS is very thankful for the donations St John’s has provided to support their clients as they transition to their long-term residences. However, they are still looking for volunteers in these various roles to support their long-term success: |
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The Katharine K. Hanley Family Shelter is located nearby and currently house up to 12 families onsite, 12 families in hotel sites and serve over 40 families in their prevention and rapid rehousing programs. Seeking volunteers for:
- On-call movers:
- Volunteer Delivery Driver
- Volunteer On Call Moving Assistant
- Volunteer Shelter Assistant
- If you are interested in any of these opportunities, please contact Rev. Deacon Steve at stjohnscvdeacon1@gmail.com who will coordinate with KKHFS Community Coordinator to get you started.
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Western Fairfax Christian Ministries updated list of the foods that they need the most. You can bring your non-perishable items to the church on Sunday mornings, or drop them off in the box outside the door by the breezeway during the week and they will be delivered to WFCM.
Most needed items in the food pantry this month, JUNE 2022:
· Canned Vegetables (low salt beets. collard greens, carrots)
· Rice - bagged white and brown
· Great Northern, Cannelli, and Black Beans
· Canned Mandarin Oranges
· Spaghetti (1 lb. packages)
· Pasta Sauce - canned or jars
· Oatmeal
· Cereal
· Boxed Stuffing
· Jelly
· Ramen soup
· Olives
· Gluten-free food items
· Family-size Snacks (chips, crackers)
· Cake Mix/Brownie Mix
· Ketchup, Mustard, Mayo, and Salad Dressing (family size not miniature packs)
· Toiletries: Toilet paper, shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, toothpaste (NOTE: we are not currently in need of diapers size 0-5 due to our partnership with Greater DC Diaper Bank. Please only donate size 6 or larger size diapers, larger size pull ups size 4T/5T for toddlers, or wipes if you want to donate items for babies.)
They accept food and toiletry donations Monday - Friday 8-10 am at 4511 Daly Drive Suite H (Back Door) and on the second Saturday monthly 9-11 am.
The Western Fairfax Shepherd Center is still accepting volunteer drivers to support clients who need help getting to appointments, shopping trips (for food), and to deliver food from WFCM to clients. Please contact the Shepherd Center at 703-246-5920 or email scwfc.office@gmail.com and copy Deacon Steve at stjohnscvdeacon1@gmail.com.
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Please consider volunteering to support our Sunday Worship.
We need Lectors to read the lessons, ushers to greet and help with the service, Lay Eucharistic Visitors to help visit our sick and shut-ins who would like communion at their home, and Altar Guild members to help prepare for our worship service.
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Sunday service reader or usher We welcome, need, and value your help! The lector will read the 2 lessons and the psalm. The usher will hand out bulletins and bring the elements and offering to the altar.
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Altar Flowers
When you sign up, please indicate how you wish your flower donation to appear in the Sunday bulletin. CLICK HERE
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The Adult Lectionary Forum - IN PERSON & ON ZOOM
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SUNDAY WORSHIP & EDUCATION |
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THE ADULT LECTIONARY FORUM - HELD EACH SUNDAY
All are invited to join in, following the Sunday service, in the library. Or use the link to the Lectionary Forum via Zoom, in case you cannot attend in person, found above.
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We can prepare our hearts & minds by reading ahead
for the Sunday Service lesson
The First Sunday after Pentecost
Trinity Sunday
June 12, 2022
The First Reading: Proverbs 8:1-4, 22-31
The importance of wisdom cannot be overstated. Seeking God’s wisdom is always a worthwhile pursuit, and she always guides her followers righteously.
The Psalm: Canticle: 13, BCP p. 90
The Second Reading: Romans 5:1-5
Paul assures believers in Rome that Jesus acknowledges all who call on his name in faith and equips them, even through trial and tribulation, with the spiritual gifts of peace, perseverance, grace, and hope.
The Gospel: John 16:12-15
Jesus prepares his disciples for the Holy Spirit’s coming and foreshadows the perfection of God’s coming kingdom. God reveals only those things that enhance and buttress the perfect truth of the gospel.
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Online Contributions
to St. John's
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St. John's now offers three buttons for online donations via Tithe.ly. You may use the buttons below to go directly to Tithe.ly, or you may download the Tithe.ly app on your phone or tablet.
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The Pledge payment button may be used only to make your pledge payment (after signing up to be a pledger, which may be done at any time in the year. See Carol or Vestry)
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The Facility Campaign button may be used only for any contribution for the facility's buildings and grounds, or special facility campaigns.
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The Donation button may be used for any other type of donation to St. John's. To designate a special purpose (i.e. Organ Fund, Ministry Partner payments, etc.) please send a note to sjeccentreville@aol.com.
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The Executive Board of the Diocese of Virginia
The Board continues its progress on implementing R-1a, The Virginia Plan for Covenantal Giving, as approved by the diocesan Annual Convention in November 2021. As a result of that resolution, gatherings will be held on Saturday, June 18 at four locations around the Diocese. At these gatherings, all churches can learn more about our shared diocesan ministries and how R-1 will affect financial pledges to the Diocese for the years 2023 and beyond. All churches have been asked to submit information about their finances and their diocesan involvement by Wednesday, June 1. Details about these gatherings and the forms for submitting information to the Diocese can be found here.
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The Rev. Canon Mark Stevenson
Elected 14th Bishop Diocesan of the Diocese of Virginia
RICHMOND, VA (June 4, 2022) More than 450 lay and clerical delegates gathered June 4 at St. Stephen’s and St. Agnes School in Alexandria, Va. for a special convention to elect the 14th Bishop Diocesan of the Diocese of Virginia. The delegates elected the Rev. Canon Mark Stevenson on the second ballot (ballot details). The other nominees were:
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The Rev. Joseph H. Hensley, Jr., Rector, St. George’s, Fredericksburg, VA
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The Rev. Canon Alan C. James, Interim Canon Missioner, Diocese of Western Michigan
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The Very Rev. Gideon L. K. Pollach, Rector, St. John’s Church, Cold Spring Harbor, NY
Prior to balloting, a motion was made on the floor of Convention to amend the rules of election to allow for a nomination from the floor of a petition candidate for whom a background check had been completed. This motion was defeated.
Following the completed election, Canon Stevenson joined the Convention remotely via Zoom to address the delegates. “You have honored me greatly. I am overwhelmed with deep joy over the journey that you have invited me to be a part of with you over the coming years," said Canon Stevenson. "There’s so much Gospel hunger, Gospel drive in Virginia. It’s simply awe inspiring.... My prayer today is that God will grant us joy-filled day after joy-filled day as we start this new journey with each other and with God.”
The Rev. Canon Stevenson is the Canon to the Presiding Bishop for Ministry Within The Episcopal Church. He is the principal liaison between Presiding Bishop Michael Curry and the House of Bishops, the various dioceses, and many of the governing bodies of The Episcopal Church.
Before being called to this role in September 2018, Canon Stevenson was the Director of Episcopal Migration Ministries, leading a dedicated team in executing a national program of refugee resettlement. Previously, he served as Domestic Poverty Missioner for The Episcopal Church.
Canon Stevenson served as Canon to the Ordinary in the Diocese of Louisiana from August 2005 until September 2013. Following hurricane Katrina, Canon Stevenson worked closely with local, regional, national, and international leaders and groups to put into place the processes for effective relief and other ministry. He was the Rector in two parishes: the Church of the Annunciation in New Orleans, and the Church of the Good Shepherd in Maitland, Florida. His time at both churches focused on developing ministries with youth and revitalizing ministries of stewardship, Christian education, and community outreach.
Canon Stevenson and his wife of 27 years, Joy, reside in Louisville, Kentucky, with their Border Collie, Franklin.
According to the Canons of The Episcopal Church, the majority of Bishops and Standing Committees of the 109 Episcopal dioceses must consent to this election. Pending the consent of the bishops and dioceses, Canon Stevenson will be ordained and consecrated a bishop in the Episcopal Church on Saturday, December 3, 2022, 11:00 a.m. at The Saint Paul’s Baptist Church, located at 4247 Creighton Road, Henrico, VA 23223.
Canon Stevenson will become the 14th Bishop Diocesan of the Diocese of Virginia. He succeeds the Rt. Rev. Shannon S. Johnston, who retired in 2018. The Rt. Rev. Susan E. Goff, Bishop Suffragan, has served as the Ecclesiastical Authority since Johnston’s retirement. Bishop Goff will retire at the end of this year.
About the Diocese of Virginia:
The Diocese of Virginia is a community of more than 68,000 baptized members and 425 clergy in 38 counties and several cities of central, northern and northwestern Virginia, serving the world through 179 congregations, six schools, two diocesan centers and six diocesan homes, and home to the largest Anglican seminary in the world. For more information visit www.thediocese.net.
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