	The Grapevine		July 6, 2023

Launching a Leader

Tori Gilliland was halfway through her studies for a Master of Divinity and unsure where God was calling her when she started work at St. John the Divine in 2020. During the next three years with us, she felt a call to the priesthood in the Episcopal Church. This Sunday, we bid Tori farewell as she moves on to take the next steps in fulfilling that call. Read about Tori's journey in the Grapevine...


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Happening This Sunday

Summer at SJD

Events

PIC OF THE WEEK: Preschool Playdate Fun!

Preschool play dates have been a hit this summer! Make plans to bring your preschool-aged kids to attend the next play date on Tuesday, July 11 at 9:30 am. Contact Deanna Lawson for information.

Seniors Ministry Game Day
Come cool off at SJD for the Seniors Ministry Game Day on Tuesday, July 11 from 11:00 am – 12:45 pm in the Parlor. Please feel free to bring your favorite game to share! Lunch provided. Contact Susan Davis for more information.

Family Bingo Night
Beat the heat and join us for Bingo night Wednesday, July 12 at 5:30 pm in Sumners Hall! Fun prizes, fellowship, and dinner while it lasts. We will provide Cane's chicken strips, toast, and watermelon - please bring a dessert or side to share. Contact Deanna Lawson for more info.

Reagan Cocke Bible Study
The Rev. Reagan Cocke's Tuesday morning Bible study returns July 18 at 11 am in Room 201 with a study on Galatians and Philippians. Learn more.

Tech Workshop for Seniors
Need help with your phones, tablets, or laptops? Bring them to the Tech Workshop for Seniors Tuesday, July 18 at 10 am in the Parlor and get expert help from our SJD youth. No reservation necessary. Contact Susan Davis for more info.

GLS Call for Volunteers!
One of the best things about the GLS at SJD is all the friendly faces that welcome and guide our guests and make sure they have the best of experiences here! We are looking for this year's GLS ambassadors! There's a place for everyone, and this year our volunteers will receive 30 days of Video on Demand to watch/rewatch the Summit. Sign up today!

	This Week's Sermon

	Letting Go of Control The Rev. Reagan Cocke
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Support Our Mission
Thank you for your steadfast support and for sharing in our mission of Changing Lives for God in Christ. We appreciate all that you share with St. John the Divine. If you wish to make a regular gift — just set it and forget it by selecting the amount and the frequency. Contact Terra Seidel, Director of Parish Giving.

Parish Milestones

Notices of births, baptisms, marriages, and deaths among our parish family. To report a milestone, email milestones@sjd.org.

There will be a memorial service for Charles G. “Chuck” Riepe on Tuesday July 11 at 11:00 am in the Chapel.


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