To St. John's Parishioners and Friends:

Centreville Day is upon us! Centreville Day will be

held this Saturday, October 19 here in the Centreville Historic District from 10 AM to 4 PM.

There's so much to be seen this year:

• Visit the Wonder Wagon (a nature park on a truck!), meet worms, see bees and earn about recycling and composting at our new Eco Expo!
• At the Safety Expo, police and other first responders will be out to show off their latest technology and to help to make you and your family more safe.
• Kids can follow the Trick or Treat Trail through the marketplace and collect goodies -- costumes are welcome!
• Adults (and older kids) can gather at 2:30 at St. John's Church for the start of a ghost tour through the heart of historic Centreville. We'll walk through the venue and end at the Old Stone Church

Admission is free. Entertainment is free. Children's rides are free. There'll be food, vendors, and more.

St. John's will be there! And I'll be giving the invocation at this year's gathering as well as blessing pets.

Invite family and friends! Parking is available at Centreville Methodist or Trinity Centre.

St. John's parishioners, please sign up to be part of St. John's Centreville Day presence (especially by making and bringing baked goods!). Volunteers must be signed up to receive parking passes to park at the church. Contact Senior Warden Susie Pike with questions.

Grace and peace,

Kevin

The Rev. Kevin Laskowski

Priest-in-Charge

St. John's Episcopal Church

Voce Concert: Divine Spark

Saturday, October 19, 7:30pm, Church of the Holy Cross, Dunn Loring, VA

Sunday, October 20, 4:00pm, Church of the Holy Cross, Dunn Loring, VA

Immerse yourself in the heavenly sounds of Voce Chamber Singers at our most intimate venue! Be transported by this soulful program featuring works for organ and choir including Benjamin Britten’s Rejoice in the Lamb and R. Nathaniel Dett’s breathtaking cantata, Chariot Jubilee, featuring guest tenor soloist Devin Mercer, keyboard artist Neil Weston, Holy Cross music director Nick Lodico-Kierstead, and St. John's, Centreville's own Laura Walsh. For tickets and more information, click here.

Save the Date: Friendsgiving!

Our potluck conclusion to stewardship season (also coming soon!) returns Monday night, November 25. Save the date and stay tuned for more details.

Altar Flowers Needed

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

WORSHIP

October 13 Sermon

What if Jesus just means what he says when it comes to wealth? And what if he's talking to us?

View the entire Twenty-first Sunday after Pentecost on October 13 here. 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 Twenty-Second Sunday after Pentecost

Let us prepare our hearts and mind for worship:

First Reading: Isaiah 53:4-12

Seven centuries before the birth of Jesus, Isaiah prophesies about the Messiah’s suffering and death.

Response: Psalm 91:9-16

Second Reading: Hebrews 5:1-10

Jesus is the ultimate high priest, sealing the salvation of people across thousands of years.

Gospel: Mark 10:35-45

Jesus overturns human fixations on power and status, stressing that greatness comes from being a servant.

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.

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.

Volunteers Needed at the Katharine K. Hanley Family Shelter

In October we served 62 meals! Everyone enjoyed the Pulled Chicken and Mac and Cheese! Thanks to everyone who supported this meal! Our next meal is November 12.

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 November 12 to serve. 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.

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.

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
• Sugar (1 or 2 lb. bags)
• Vegetable Oil
• Pasta Sauce
• Pasta
• Cereal (low sugar preferred)
• Pancake Mix
• Family Sized Snacks (pretzels, crackers, etc.)
• Canned Chicken

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Toiletries:

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

• Body Wash
• Bar Soap
• Toothpaste
• Hair Shampoo
• Toilet Paper
• 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.

For an Election

2024 is an election year, so let us pray:

Almighty God, to whom we must account for all our powers and privileges: Guide the people of the United States in the election of officials and representatives; that, by faithful administration and wise laws, the rights of all may be protected and our nation be enabled to fulfill your purposes; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. (BCP, p. 822)

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.

Photos?!

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