Saturday, October 12th at 10 am. It's time to put the garden to rest for the coming winter months.

Join us for Garden Day in the Garden of Grace, St. John's plot in Huntington's organic garden. The garden brings us together as we serve those in our community who do not have enough fresh, healthy produce. 

Garden Map - Where we are in the garden

Please bring a nonperishable food or toiletry item to church with you each Sunday, and place them in the basket at the back of the church. Your items will be received and blessed at the offertory.

Thank you to Gayle Brady who delivers to Helping Hands --- where the need is great!

Many thanks to all who support HOPE Ministries at St. John’s!

Starting this week, St. John's Nursery School will be collecting items for a Baby Blessings Drive. These items will be donated to the Helping Hands Rescue Mission in Huntington Station, and distributed to local families in need. We will be accepting donations for the entire month of October. Download the flyer with information about the items needed.

Baby Blessings Drive Flyer

Thank you, in advance, for your support and generosity.

The Gift Basket Raffles are very profitable and a fun event at our Harvest Fair.

Please HELP US so that we can continue to financially support our church and the charities that need us, too!

Ways to help:

·   Monetary donation ($25, $50, $100, $150)

·   Make a gift basket

·   Purchase items for a gift basket

·   Donate a gift certificate

Our annual Harvest Fair will take place on Saturday, October 19th 10am to 4pm.

Here's a preview of our SILENT AUCTION items: 

• "DEVINE" FINE WINES: 2 - 12 bottle cases rated 90 & above
• DINNER & A SHOW: 2 tickets to any show at Engeman Theater & a dinner certificate
• CAPE COD COTTAGE: 1 week a a beautiful, Cape Cod cottage for 4 in Dennis, MA
• SOUTH CAROLINA RESORT: 1 week for 6 at Marriott's Barony Beach Resort Villa
• BEER ANYONE?: Gift Certificates and imported German beers
• SAIL AWAY: A day of sailing with Fr. Duncan and Barbara Burns
• 2 HUNTINGTON DINE AROUNDS: 2 to bid on for 20+ Local Restaurant Gift Cards
• LONG ISLAND SOUND PRINT: Signed & framed print of Long Island Sound
• DAY OF GOLF: For 2 golfers at Huntington Country Club
• DAY IN WESTHAMPTON BEACH: 1 day for 6 people at the Swordfish Beach Club
• MAC SPORTS BEACH DAY LOUNGER & CART: Enjoy a carefree day!
• PURE BARR HUNTINGTON: 3-week unlimited membership
• BUBU COFFEE MACHINE
• IGLOO COOLER: Large Capacity
• FOR LILLY PULITZER LOVERS SEPARATE ITEMS TO BID ON: Beach bag, hand bag, large tray, starfish belt
• 32” SAMSUNG FULL HD TV: Wow! Makes a great Christmas Gift!
• FRAMED PHOTO OF CAUMSETT PARK IN WINTER
• BLACK AND WHITE LARGE TOTE BAG
• LARGE BLACK QUILTED TOTE BAG
• 7 XLARGE POLO SHIRTS WITH FAMOUS COUNTRY CLUB LOGOS: Winged Foot, Shinnecock, and more!
• 2 MEDIUM RYDER CUP HOODIE SWEATSHIRTS
• MORE items to come....

*OPEN FOR BIDDING AT THE FAIR ON SATURDAY, 10/19 & ON SUNDAY, 10/20 UNTIL NOON*

Other ways you can HELP US TO HELP OTHERS:

• Purchase Raffle Tickets - Raffle tickets went out in the mail. More books are available in the Parish Office.
• Invite your friends and family to shop, dine and visit our beautiful, historic church.
• Make a craft – woodworking items, Christmas decorations, homemade soap, sachets or potpourri are just suggestions. Use your creativity!

To volunteer or learn more, contact Carol Goldbaum, ECW President.

November 17th at 5 pm.  Jazz Connections Concert Series presents SACRED JAZZ: a complete performance of Will Todd's riveting "Mass in Blue" - a jazz inspired setting of the Latin Mass, followed by Ukrainian sacred songs arranged by Alex Pryodny for jazz quartet. Featuring Aubrey Johnson, soprano, Sound Vocal Jazz choir directed by Dr. Jennifer Miceli & the Alex Pryrodny quartet. Tickets $30, early bird, senior, student and veteran discounts available. Visit www.stjohns1745.org/concerts for tickets & more information.

Monday Bible Study meets at 6:30 pm on Zoom: Monday evening Bible Study on Zoom is studying Acts of the Apostles, the first history account of the church. Join us as we travel with Peter and Paul and the rest as we learn more about our faith, our God, and ourselves through the early church. We will be using Anglican bishop and Biblical scholar N.T. Wright's on-line course to guide us. No book is required this time, except for reading through Acts.

Monday Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83373971746.

Wednesday Morning Bible Study

Bible Study meets on Wednesdays at 11:00 am in person in the Guild Room. We will continue our study of the Lectionary readings for the following week.

Please reach out to Fr. Duncan with any questions, (631) 427-1752, ext. 105.

On Wednesdays, the church is open from noon to 1 pm for noonday prayer which starts at 12:15 pm. All are welcome.

Wednesdays at 4 pm & 6 pm

Meet us by the Heckscher Museum of Art in Heckscher Park in Huntington for a walk in the park. Movement is a key component of "Whole Health," a way of self-care, and a chance to take steps towards your personal sense of peace and well-being.

Our next Young Artists Showcase will be on Sunday , October 27th at 3pm in our beautiful Sanctuary. Please join us for this free monthly event to hear classical music masterpieces performed by some of the most talented young musicians from our area. 

We prayer for: Sandy, Richard, Barbara, Lynn, Amy, Kim, Christine, Cole, Luke, Geralynn, Lori, Noa, Gladys, Richard, Anthony, Christian, Jim, Irene, Debra, James, Linda, Ken, Larry, Mary, Cheryl, Amy, Kate, Nils, Betty

Recently Departed: Jean Tonjes

Please send your prayers or updates to prayers@stjohns1745.org, call Coral in the Parish Office, 631-427-1752, ext. 101.

Just a reminder that all parish events and building use must be submitted to the parish office and be approved by the rector.

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Notices for events to run in the Chalice, to post on the website and social media must be received by the Parish Administrator by 9:00 am on the Tuesday prior to publication.