"To know Christ and to make Him known . . . " | |
The Weekly Sunday Bulletin of
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This week’s lectionary can be quite challenging for preachers. It certainly was a test for me. Yet, if we look at three of the scriptures appointed for this Sunday, there is a thread that runs through them all: That of relationships and how important they are to God – and to us. | | |
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“The Lord God said, “It is not good that the man should be alone; I will make him a helper as his partner” Loneliness, even in the presence of God shows that human beings are wired for companionship. We have been made in the image of God and part of reflecting God’s image is to live in community together. With the creation of woman out of the rib of Adam, God gives us a clear picture that the relationship he created between Adam and Eve was designed to reflect his love, unity and faithfulness. | | |
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“…but in these last days, he has spoken to us by a Son, whom he appointed heir of all things, through whom he also created the worlds…” The Son of God forsook his relationship with his Abba-Father to lower himself into a position to establish a better and closer relationship between humans and God. In establishing a more intimate relationship with humans, we now call him our Brother. | | |
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“But Jesus said to them, “Because of your hardness of heart he wrote this commandment for you. But from the beginning of creation, God made them male and female. For this reason, a man shall leave his father and mother and be joined to his wife and the two shall become one flesh.” This is a message that does in fact honor the marital relationship between husband and wife while at the same time, Jesus’ larger message is that God desires that we each have many blessings and positive experiences from every human relationship – the way God originally desired for us all. | |
“ Let the little children come to me; do not stop them; for it is to such as these that the kingdom of God belongs.” We are all God’s children. God includes all of us in God’s kingdom in a relationship like that of the unquestioning trust by the child and obedience to the will of the parents. God’s Kingdom is for all of us, the children, the weak, the vulnerable, the sick, the disenfranchised – All of us! | |
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Hoping you will join us this Sunday as we explore the meaning of relationships in our world, our church and in our lives!
In God’s love and peace,
Deacon Claire
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The Lessons
Genesis 2:18-24
Psalm 8
Hebrews 1:1-4; 2:5-12
Mark 10:2-16
Join us for Worship at 8:00 am and 10:00 am in the church or remotely on Zoom and Facebook.
8:00 am - Rite I Holy Eucharist
Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83803451202
Facebook Live Stream: https://www.facebook.com/stjohns1745
Bulletin: Rite I HE - After Pentecost
9:40 am - Sunday School
10:00 am - Rite II Choral Eucharist
Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86739553648
Facebook Live Stream: https://www.facebook.com/stjohns1745
Bulletin: Rite II HE - After Pentecost
The Music
Opening Hymn: 495 "Hail, thou once despised Jesus"
Sequence Hymn: 405 "All things bright and beautiful" vs. 1-2
Offertory Anthem: "Let the little children come" by Michael A. Schmid
Dan McGee, soloist
Communion Hymn: LEVAS 133 "I surrender all"
Recessional Hymn: LEVAS 217 "He's Got the Whole World in His Hand"
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An Appeal from Your Deacon
Special Discretionary Account Offering
Sunday October 6, 2024
I have been blessed with a discretionary account at St. John’s. that has helped me to aid those in need within our community. The fund was set up primarily through gifts I had received when I was ordained in January 2022. While I have had some donations since 2022, the fund is nearly depleted. So I am making a humble appeal that you consider assisting me in replenishing this account so I can continue serving the community in meaningful ways.
Please place your offering* in the second collection on this Sunday.
And on behalf of the community in need, I thank God for all of you, for your generosity.
In God’s love, Deacon Claire
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YOUNG FAMILIES BRUNCH - POSTPONED | |
We have had to postpone the Young Families Brunch scheduled for this Saturday, October 5th.
If you would like to join us for brunch in the future, to eat, play, make friends, and to learn about St. John's, please let Fr. Zach know: zbaker@stjohnshuntington.org or (631) 427-1752, ext. 105.
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This Saturday, October 5th at 5 pm
in the Garden of Blessings (in the Great Hall in case of rain).
We invite you and your leashed or small caged animal companions (or bring a photo of your pet) for a special blessing in honor of St. Francis of Assisi, Patron Saint of Animals.
All furry, feathery, scaly, crawly, hoppy, slithery, leashed, caged (safely controlled) friends welcome!
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Sunday, October 6th at 11:15 am
in the Guild Room
The next meeting of St. John's ECW will be this Sunday immediately following the 10 am service. We will be discussing the Harvest Fair!
For more information, email the ECW President, Carol Goldbaum:
ecw.st.johns.huntington@gmail.com.
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CELEBRATION OF MINISTRY INVITATION | Bishop Provenzano invites you to the EMLI Celebration of Ministry on Wednesday, October 16th at 6:30. St. John's has reserved a table and you are invited to join us at The Inn at New Hyde Park. Cost is $100.00, but scholarships are available. | |
HEALING SERVICE - ABIDE IN LOVE | |
October 10th at 7 pm. Please join us for a safe and loving offering of prayer and healing.
We believe that not only does Jesus still heal today, but that healing is one of the most powerful ministries of evangelization. Jesus never preached the Gospel of the kingdom of God without demonstrating the kingdom through signs, wonders, and miracles, with healing as the most frequent demonstration of God’s love.
Healing services at St. John’s will include a time of worship and praise, proclamation of the Gospel and preaching, corporate prayer for healing ending with individual prayer teams for healing. Come prepared for breakthrough!
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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
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FOOD INSECURITY CONTINUES WITHIN OUR COMMUNITY | |
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!
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HARVEST FAIR GIFT BASKETS | |
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
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Our annual Harvest Fair will take place on Saturday, October 19th 10am to 4pm.
Ways you can HELP US TO HELP OTHERS:
- Make a craft – woodworking items, Christmas decorations, homemade soap, sachets or potpourri are just suggestions. Use your creativity!
- Offer your vacation home\timeshare week for the Silent Auction.
- Donate new unused gifts you have received for the Silent Auction.
- Request a donation for a Corporate Sponsorship from the place where you work.
- Ask stores, restaurants, etc. for gift certificates for a gift basket or donate $$$ to create one.
Download Merchant Donation Request Letter
- Give your gently used clothing or bric-a-brac a second life at the Thrift Shop and White Elephant.
- Volunteer to work a table, or help before and after to set up/clean up.
- Purchase Raffle Tickets
- Invite your friends and family to shop, dine and visit our beautiful, historic church.
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Become a Harvest Fair Patron. Contact Chris Boccia for more info.
To volunteer or learn more, contact Carol Goldbaum, ECW President.
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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.
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The Thrift Shop is open 12 - 3 pm, Tuesday, Thursdays, and Saturdays.
To volunteer or find our more, please contact Mary Beth Dieterle, (631) 427-1752, ext 106.
Donations welcome. We accept donations of new or gently used clothing, accessories, and household items. Please, no books, furniture, out-dated electronics, or damaged items.
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Morning Prayer meets at 9:00 am, Monday through Friday on Zoom.
Our short prayer service is followed by some fellowship and discussion. Feel free to join us occasionally to listen and pray, or come more often to participate as a leader or reader, and to start your day with your focus on Christ and a deeper connection with your friends at St. John's.
Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8604114654
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On Wednesdays, the church is open from noon to 1 pm for noonday prayer which starts at 12:15 pm. All are welcome. | |
ST. JOHN'S WADDLERS WALK ON WEDNESDAYS | |
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.
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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. | |
PRAYER CONCERNS FOR ST. JOHN'S | |
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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
Altar Flowers are a gift of Linda Elliot in loving memory of Clara and Frank Elliot.
Altar Flowers are given in loving memory of Grace E. Schuman by Nancy Schuman and Tommy Czizik.
The Perpetual Light is a gift of Nancy Schuman and Tommy Czizik in loving memory of Grace and James Schulman, and Genevieve and Henry Czizik.
The Perpetual Light is given in loving memory of Anna Mayer by her granddaughter, Elizabeth Butler.
Please send your prayers or updates to prayers@stjohns1745.org, call Coral in the Parish Office, 631-427-1752, ext. 101.
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Just a reminder that all parish events and building use must be submitted to the parish office and be approved by the rector.
CLICK HERE TO VIEW ST. JOHN'S CALENDAR
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.
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ECW MEETING - Next Meeting: Sunday, October 6th at 11:15 am in the Guild Room. Help us to help others! We are preparing for the upcoming Harvest Fair! Contact Carol Goldbaum, ECW President for more information.
PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY - Learn how to crochet a prayer shawl in this loving, supportive group. Our next meeting will be on Thursday, October 3rd at 6:30 pm in the Guild Room. Please contact Lynn Hansen for more information.
RACIAL RECONCILIATION & SOCIAL JUSTICE MINISTRY - For meeting days and times or more information contact Heather Kress.
SPIRITUALITY GROUP - Monthly meetings are on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 5:00 pm in the Canterbury Corner. Contact Patti Aliperti for more information.
ST. HILDA'S GUILD - Join us for crafts, sewing, and friendship. Weekly meetings are on Tuesdays from 12:30 to 2:30 pm in the Guild Room. Contact Sue Hartman for more information.
VESTRY MEETING - Tuesday, October 15th at 6:00 pm in the Guild Room and on Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87350494837.
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Anyone interested in joining the Sunday service ministers' roster, please reach out to Fr. Zach or Fr. Duncan. | |
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St. John's Episcopal Church
12 Prospect Street
Huntington, New York 11743
(631) 427-1752
stjohns1745.org
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