The Bridge
January 21, 2022
Special Announcement about services on Sunday, January 23, 2022
The Mission of St. John’s is to be a community of God’s people who heal brokenness, build bridges, and exemplify borderless kindness.
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We are very grateful that we have been able to worship both in person and virtually in our sanctuary since May 2021. We have worked hard to put protocols in place to keep our community safe. However, we have learned that some of our liturgical leaders have tested positive or have been exposed to COVID-19. In an abundance of caution, we will hold services this Sunday, January 23, only via Zoom. Please help us spread the word about the services this Sunday. |
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Sunday Services - January 23
9:00 am Morning Prayer Rite I (Zoom)
10:30 am Liturgy of the Word Rite II (Zoom)
1:00 pm Palabra de Dios Rito II (Zoom)
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To participate in our virtual Sunday services, you do not need to have a Zoom account or download Zoom. Simply click the link to join.
You may also join the service by telephone -
dial (346) 248-7799 and enter the meeting ID when prompted.
Meeting ID: 879 9502 6837
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The video recording of the 10:30 a.m. service will be posted on the St. John's Facebook page, YouTube, and the St. John's website later in the day. Additionally, recordings of the English and Spanish sermons will be available. Links to the recordings will be posted on our website (www.austinstjohns.org).
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SAVE THE DATE!
St. John’s Annual Parish Meeting will be held in the church and via Zoom on Sunday, January 30, at 11:45 a.m. Please plan to be there to learn about our plans for 2022!
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Here is another of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s speeches which is not as well known, but is as powerful as his "I Have a Dream" speech. We hope you will listen and hear the wisdom shared by Dr. King. |
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St. John's Notices and Activities |
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Thank you very much for the very generous Christmas gift. The generosity of the community continues to amaze me. MM |
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Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your very generous gift. I am constantly blessed by your kindness. Deacon Victoria |
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THE DAUGHTERS OF THE KING
Due to the expectation of really cold weather and the necessity of meeting outdoors, the Sunday Tea scheduled for this Sunday has been postponed to a date to be determined.
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For more information, please contact Sandra Ward, President
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Cornerstone Literary Circle - Zoom
Wednesdays at 5:30 pm
Next week, Cornerstone Literary Circle will finish Ta-Nehisi Coates "Between the World and Me." Group members will be reading the third chapter and keeping thoughts about their reading in journal form.
Our next book will be "Crazy Horse: The Lakota Warrior's Life & Legacy" The Edward Clown Family as told to William B. Matson. Sandra Ward will be the host for this book.
The link to join the class is here:
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Wednesday Evening Bible Study - Zoom
Wednesdays at 7:00pm
This group continues to review and discuss the lectionary readings for the following Sunday. Please watch for the email which goes out on Tuesday for the scheduled readings.
The link to join the class is here:
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Thursday Morning Bible Study - Hybrid
Thursdays at 10:00 a.m.
We continue to meet both in person in the Parish Hall and via Zoom. Those of us who attend in person are masked and spread out around a large table. Everyone is welcome to join our conversation - please participate at your personal physical and emotional comfort level as we continue to navigate the pandemic.
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The link to join the class is here: |
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(please refer to our website www.austinstjohns.org or to the Christian Formation email sent every Tuesday for more information and links)
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WEDNESDAY MORNING GROUNDS CREW
There are projects to be done all year, and your participation would be very welcome! We start about 8:00 a.m. and finish about noon.
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For more information about this ministry, please contact Hal Hughes.
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LABYRINTH COMMUNITY GARDEN
To learn about the how our Labyrinth Community Garden serves the community, or for information about obtaining a bed in the Garden for you and your family, please contact Patty Arnold.
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SPECIAL ELECTION FOR DISTRICT 4 COUNCIL MEMBER— January 25 - Follow this link for additional information, including a list of voting locations.
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BECOMING BELOVED COMMUNITY
The Austin area Episcopal congregations that have conducted Sacred Ground are beginning to work with one another to continue the ministry of racial reconciliation. If you are interested in learning more about issues and history concerning racial justice, here is a list of upcoming events that are sponsored by St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church.
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St. Matthew’s, Zoom – Sunday Jan. 23, 2pm – Dr. Catherine Meeks – “Welcome to the Journey toward Beloved Community,” Presentation and discussion. See registration link to get the Zoom link on the home page at https://stmattsaustin.org/
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St. Matthew’s, Zoom – Sunday, Jan 30, 2pm – screening of Traces of the Trade documentary. See Zoom registration link on the home page at https://stmattsaustin.org/
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St Matthew’s, Huffman Hall – Sunday, Jan 30, 1-5 pm – open to the public. Exhibit on loan from Neill-Cochran House Museum, Reckoning with the Past – Slavery, Segregation, and Gentrification in Austin. (Can visit at other times when the church office is open, and Huffman Hall is not in use – check before coming 512-345-8314.)
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COVID-19 Related Information |
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FREE COVID-19 TESTS
We are pleased to share this information with you – Each household is entitled to receive 4 free COVID-19 tests from the U.S. government. Here is the link to order your tests: https://www.covidtests.gov/. The tests will be shipped to residential addresses in late January.
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click on the image to access the Austin Public Health website |
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St. John's requires masks and social distancing for all indoor worship services and gatherings. |
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Masks and vaccines are our best protection against COVID-19. Please get vaccinated to protect yourself and others.
Thank you very much for your cooperation in these efforts to keep our St. John’s community safe and healthy.
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FOR PRAYER AND PASTORAL CARE |
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If you find that your situation is causing financial, spiritual, or emotional difficulties, or if you are in need of food, do not hesitate to call Deacon Victoria (512-297-5953) or email Mthr. Minerva (RevMinerva@austinstjohns.org).
We are a church family; when a family member needs assistance we want to try and help that member.
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St. John's gathering policy continues to be updated as conditions change relative to the COVID pandemic. St. John's holds the health and safety of our community as a top priority.
Your understanding and cooperation are very much appreciated.
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for other ways to make a donation.
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Please send mail to the church post office box:
St. John’s Episcopal Church
P. O. Box 81493
Austin, TX 78708-1493
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All First Class Mail, Priority Mail and Priority Express Mail will be forwarded through Dec. 7, 2022.
Newspapers and magazines will be forwarded until Feb. 5, 2022.
Packages, Catalogs and Standard Mail will not be forwarded.
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Stories and Photos for The Bridge
You are invited to send photos and stories about yourself, your family, and our parish for inclusion in The Bridge. As we come back together, let's share our experiences! Please send your ideas, stories, and photos to Fay Jones, (newsletter editor) by 12:00 pm on Wednesdays.
Running event announcements two weeks prior to the date is recommended.
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Ms. Paula Foy, Senior Warden
Mr. Hal Hughes, Junior Warden
Ms. Sandra Welles, Treasurer
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Class of 2022
Ms. Paula Foy
Mr. Hal Hughes
Sra. Rosalinda Rodriguez
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Class of 2023
Mr. Steve Kriechbaum
Ms. Sandra Welles
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Class of 2024
Ms. Maria Caballero, Clerk
Sr. Alfonso Hernandez
Ms. Sandra Ward
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The Rev. Minerva Camarena Skeith, Rector
The Rev. Victoria Mason, Deacon
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Ms. Fay Jones, Director of Communications
Mr. Philip Riley, Choirmaster and Organist
Sr. Alfonso Hernandez, Spanish Music
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Fay Jones, Editor (fay@austinstjohns.org) |
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St. John's Episcopal Church
11201 Parkfield Drive
P. O. Box 81493, Austin, TX 78708-1493
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Regular Sunday Services
9:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite I
10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite II hybrid
(in-person & Zoom)
1:00 p.m. Santa Eucaristía, Rito II
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The Parish Office is open Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday
from 10am - 12Noon.
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For more information about St. John’s Episcopal Church, please visit our website at www.austinstjohns.org
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