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The Mission of St. John United Methodist Church is to grow disciples of Jesus Christ
for the transformation of the world, and to be a welcoming family, joyfully sharing God’s light.
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It's baaaack!
Wednesday Night Supper begins this week, Sept. 13, with Taco Salad and Brownie Special on the menu. It begins at 5:15 and goes until about 6:00. Suggested donation is $10/plate or $5/half plate, but please just pay as you can - we'd love to see you there!
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Wednesdays ROCK
Wednesday night programming begins this week, Sept. 13. There is something for everybody! Check out the schedule:
- Bell Choir: 7:30-8:30
- Biblemania (preK-grade 3): 6:15-7:30
- Childcare: 6-8 p.m.
- D&D Gamers: 6:30-7:30
- Glass Group: 6-8:30
- Men's Wednesday Discipleship Group: 6:30-7:30
- M&Ms (grades 4-6): 6:15-7:30
- Parenting Group: 6:20-7:20
- Wednesday Night Bible Study: 6:30-7:30
- Youth Group (grades 7-12): 6:30-8:00
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Coming Sunday
Pastor Emily Carroll brings the message "Welcome Hopes" on Sunday, Sept. 17. All are welcome to join us for worship at 8:00 and 9:15 (traditional) and 11:30 (contemporary), with the two later services livestreamed on our YouTube channel. It is 3rd Grade Bible Sunday, and also the first week for Sacred Circle Time for our littlest ones.
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Sundays are hopping!
Classes, study groups and activities for all ages begin this Sunday, Sept. 17. Check out the graphics below or the calendar listing at the bottom of the newsletter.
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Bless those pets
The Joyce Collajezzi Memorial Blessing of the Animals will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 1, at St. John in the east parking lot. Pets of all species are welcome.
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Do you know Beans?
Beans From Above youth barista training is Sunday, Sept. 17, from 1 to 3 p.m. All youth are welcome!
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New emergency aid
Naloxone, an opiate antidote, is now available over the counter. And, it can be found in our Triangle Room next to the AED for use in an emergency.
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First UMC needs your (gently used) tools
First UMC is working on building maintenance projects around the church and is in need of some tools to help get the job done. If you have any of the following tools in good, working condition that you can donate, please bring them to the office and let us put them to work fixing up the church!
Tool Wish List
- Flat iron pry bar
- Work gloves
- Eye protection
- Over-ear protection (earmuffs)
- Cordless drill with various drill heads
- Cordless oscillating multi-tool
- Cordless jigsaw with blades
- Cordless sawzall (reciprocating) and blades
- Cordless circular saw (small) with blades
- Stud finder
- Electrical current tester and outlet tester
- Basic "homeowner" tool set - (hand screw driver, crescent wrench, various pliers, etc.)
- Large basic toolbox
- Tool bag/belt
- Basic ratchet wrench set
- Speed square
- Short and long level/straight edge
- Chop saw
- Portable table saw
- Sawhorse clamps & other clamps
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Auction is Nov. 11
Save the date! Our annual auction will be Saturday, Nov. 11. If you are interested in helping with this fun event, please contact the church office.
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$10,000 Possibility Grant
The $10,000 Possibility Grant invites you to imagine what is possible in the community of Alaska. What good can happen? Whose lives can be touched? How can we be faithful witnesses to the transforming power of God in our community? We are seeking to partner with organizations that empower people, enrich lives, promote health, and strengthen community. With this grant we hope to help make your project possible, as we strive to inspire blessing, community, justice, and peace in Alaska. Find the application here. Deadline is Oct. 6.
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Craft Fair registration
The Cameroon Task Force is now accepting registrations for artists for the 2023 St. John Craft Fair. Forms are available in the church office or can be found online here. The St. John Craft Fair, which benefits the Cameroon mission, is Saturday, Oct. 28.
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What's Happening
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Adult Study in Room 120: 10:30 a.m. Sundays in-person and Zoom.
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Bell Choir: 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays.
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Biblemania: PreK-3rd grade, 6:15-7:30 p.m. Wednesdays.
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Book Club: 6:30 p.m. every 3rd Monday of the month, Room 161. Contact Lynn Thomas.
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Boy Scouts, Troop 210: 7 p.m. Mondays.
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Children's Sunday School: 10:30 a.m., preK-6th grade.
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Choir: Rehearsals at 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays
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Classic Film & Discussion: 10 a.m. every 3rd Thursday in the sanctuary.
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D&D Gamers: 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Fellowship Hall
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Faith & Friends: 6 p.m. Tuesdays, Room 121. Begins Sept. 26.
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49+ Lunch: Every 3rd Thursday at 12 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall.
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Girl Scouts: 6 p.m., 2nd and 4th Mondays.
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Glass Group: 6 p.m. Wednesdays.
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Grief Support Group: Every 2nd and 4th Monday from 6:30-7:30 p.m., Room 161.
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Growing and Exploring Our Faith: 10:30 a.m. Sundays, in-person and Zoom, Room 160.
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Lunch Bunch: 1 p.m. Sundays. Sept. 17: Seward's Folly Bar & Grill. Sept. 24: Bread and Brew
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M&Ms (Mini Methodists): 4th-6th grade, 6:15-7:30 p.m. Wednesdays.
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Men's Discipleship Group: 10:30 a.m. Sundays.
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Monday Morning Women: 9:30- 11 a.m. Mondays.
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Pickleball: 1 to 3 p.m. Sundays, 4 to 6 p.m. Mondays, 7 to 9 p.m. Thursdays (except 3rd Thursdays), MPR/gym.
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Praise Band: Rehearsals at 6:30 p.m. Thursdays.
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Strong Women: 9 to 10 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays via Zoom. In-person and Zoom on Wednesdays beginning Oct. 4.
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Toddler Balance Biking Meetup - 4 to 5:30 p.m. Tuesdays, MPR/gym. Begins Sept. 19.
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United Women in Faith 2nd Saturdays - 9:30 a.m. every second Saturday in Room 161.
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Wednesday Men's Discipleship - 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Room 161.
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Wednesday Night Bible Study - 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., in-person and Zoom, Room 160.
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Women's Discipleship Group - 10:30 a.m. Sundays, in-person and Zoom, Room 121.
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Young Adults - 6:30-8 p.m. Tuesdays, Room 156. Begins Sept. 19.
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Youth Group - Grades 7-12, 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesdays, Senior High Youth Room.
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Youth Sunday School - 10:30 a.m. Senior High Youth Room.
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