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Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper
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Come join us in the Parish Hall for our annual Shrove Tuesday Pancake Dinner as the St. John's Father's Ministry hosts this delicious, family friendly event on Tuesday February 13 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. This is a fun event that kids and grownups enjoy each year. See you there!
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Following the success of our Parish Hymn Sing last year and the popular demand for another, we will be coming together again on Sunday, February 11
at 5:00 p.m. for an hour to sing our favorite hymns. So popular was this event last year that we ran out of time to include all of the requests received. So, if you have a hymn that is dear to you, be it one that we sing often or one that is less well-known, (remember, all of the old favorites were new once!), please let me know over the coming weeks and we will do our best to include it. Drop me a line at smorley@stjohnstampa.org, call my direct line at 397.1012, or leave a note in my mailbox in the Parish Offices.
The following Sunday, February 18
at 5:00 p.m., we are delighted to be hosting an organ recital by Stephen Tharp. Stephen, as the Dallas Morning News wrote, is "one of the most brilliant concert organists around these days." Having graduated from Illinois College
and Northwestern University, where he studied with Rudolf Zuiderveld and Wolfgang Rübsam, respectively, Tharp also studied privately in Paris with Jean Guillou.[2] He has performed extensively, having gone on more than 32 solo tours, and given over 800 concerts in North America alone.
He is currently Artist-in-Residence at St. James, Madison Avenue, New York City.
Simon Morley
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Parish Meeting, Vestry Elections February 11
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On Sunday, February 11, we will have a 10:00 a.m. combined service, followed by the Annual Parish Meeting in the Parish Hall. At the Annual Meeting, new Vestry members will be elected and parish finances and other progress will be reviewed. A simple lunch will be served by Chef Dave and his team.
In addition to voting on the day of the Annual Meeting, early voting will be available following each service on January 28 and February 4. Early voting will also be available during normal business hours in the Parish Offices beginning January 29.
In accordance with the bylaws of Saint John's Parish, "Only adult communicant members of this Parish, those who are 16 years of age or over, whose names are duly enrolled in the Register of said Parish, and who are regular in their attendance at its services and make stated contributions of record to its general support, shall be Electors qualified to vote at a duly convened meeting of the Parish."
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Adult Christian Formation
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Women's Mid Morning Bible Study
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The Women's Mid Morning Bible Study continues their study of the book of Genesis. On Tuesday, February 6, Carol Blume will be the facilitator as the group studies Genesis 20:1 - 25:18, "The Covenant Unfolds." The group meets on alternate Tuesdays, 10:15 to 11:30 a.m., in the Church Sanctuary.
They invite you to consider joining them even if you missed the fall study. Each chapter of Genesis is rich in themes and teaching that inform our Christian journey. The study guide they will be using is Genesis for Everyone, Part 2 by John Goldingay, which is available from Amazon and other booksellers. If you have questions, please contact Joan McKay at MCKAYJHM@aol.com or Pat Wilson at patwilson68@tampabay.rr.com or 644.4640. |
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2018 Lenten Program to Feature the Rev. Barbara Cawthorne Crafton
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St John's 2018 Wednesdays in Lent series begins February 21 and continues for the following four weeks (February 28, March 7, March 14, and March 21). Each week we will gather for dinner at 6:00 p.m., a program at 6:30 p.m., and Compline at 7:30 p.m.
We are delighted (and extremely fortunate) to welcome The Rev Dr. Barbara Cawthorne Crafton as our guest speaker for the March 7 program. Dr Crafton is a popular preacher, retreat leader, and writer. She is the author of many books, and her articles have appeared in the New York Times and the Reader's Digest, among other distinguished publications. Check out her web site, The Geranium Farm, at www.geraniumfarm.org. And watch the Scroll and Compass for more details!
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Moms' Morning Next Thursday
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| The next Mom's Morning will take place next Thursday, February 1 at 8:45 a.m. at Discovery House. The group will continue talking about the book In This House. They meet on the first Thursday of the month and invite any moms who are interested in joining or have questions to contact Sarah Bricklemyer at sarah_milton@hotmail.com. |
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Last Chance for Lincoln-Douglass Ball Tickets
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St. John's has a few seats left for the Lincoln-Douglass Ball, the major fundraising event for Cornerstone Kids. The event will take place on Saturday, February 17, from 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. at the Embassy Suites at USF. If you would like to attend and support Cornerstone Kids, RSVP to Regan in the parish offices by email or by calling 259.1570 before January 29.
Proceeds from the Ball will benefit our partner Cornerstone Kids, Inc., the after-school program located in Tampa Heights designed specifically to reach at-risk, inner city children from age 5 to11 who reside in lower income, single-parent households. |
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EYC Hosts Sandwich Sunday!
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Are you ready for some football? Our St John's EYC (youth group) gathering on Sunday, February 4
(4:30 to 6:00 p.m. at Discovery House - 918 S Orleans) will be Super Bowl-themed! Come in your favorite football jersey to play games, eat tailgating snacks, and learn more about our place in the Game of Life!
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Our St John's EYC Mission Trip (June 2 through 9) to Chattanooga is full! If you missed the deadline (but are still interested), please let Ayana know and she will add you to the waiting list.
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New Beginnings #63 (Middle School Retreat): Friday, March 2 through Sunday, March 4
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| New Beginnings is an awesome weekend geared especially for 6th to 8th graders using songs, skits, and small group discussions to address some meaningful topics. This year's New Beginnings will take place from March 2 through 4 at Dayspring Conference Center. We'd like to have a big group from St John's participate in the weekend! You can get more info on New Beginnings here. Applications are due by Friday, February 16. |
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Action Items and Opportunities
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Sandwich Sunday Hosts Needed
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We are in need of Sandwich Sunday hosts on the following dates: April 15, June 17, July 15, August 19, September 16, October 21, November 18, and December 16.
Hosting includes shopping for supplies, coordinating sandwich preparation on the day-of, and delivering the meals to Faith Cafe. Costs are reimbursed by the parish.
Click here to contact Cindy Martin if you can help.
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Mission Trip to the Dominican Republic
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St. John's will again join others from the Tampa Deanery in three teams visiting the Dominican Republic in two week increments from June 16 through July 7. The Tampa Deanery project for 2018 is the third and final year of our project to build the new San Timoteo Episcopal Church in the town of Nizao. Our teams will also work at the San Matías Church and School in Santana, Baní. They will complete much needed repairs, including painting and carpentry.
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A great seasonal opportunity awaits those willing to make a small sacrifice of their time and talents. On February 11, we will have the Annual Parish Meeting and the kitchen crew will be serving a simple lunch. We always need volunteers. In addition, the Lenten Dinner series of 2018 begins February 21 and continues for five weeks. If you would like to be a part of either of these wonderful ministries; come and join us in the kitchen. You don't need to be a chef ... if fact, you don't even need to know how to cook. There are so many easy jobs that are available for the willing, decorating, table setting, serving etc. Contact me at davekenyon@gmail.com or 404.5000. In conjunction with the Lenten Series there will be the Confirmation classes for adults and young adults. This is a great opportunity to see the Church at work ... empowered by the love of Christ; the eating, laughing, and fellowship is a joy to behold. You don't have to sign up for all five weeks - do one, do two: whatever your schedule will allow.
February 11 - Annual Parish Meeting
February 21 - Lenten Dinner 1
February 28 - Lenten Dinner 2
March 7 - Lenten Dinner 3
March 14 - Lenten Dinner 4
March 21 - Lenten Dinner 5
Chef Dave
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Information and Resources
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This Week's Birthdays
January 25
Calvin Hayes, David Wheaton
January 26
Jamie Graff, Greg Rix, Andrew Williams
January 27
Emilie Williams
January 28
Ashley Carastro, Andrew Koch, Elizabeth Kurz, Henrietta Martin
January 29
Larry Brooks, Lyn Haddad
January 31
David Adams, Amanda Colgan, Maggie Malizia, Ben Nelson
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Sunday's Scripture Snippet
In God is my safety and my honor;
God is my strong rock and my refuge.
Put your trust in him always, O people,
pour out your hearts before him, for God is our refuge.
Psalm 62
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Hospital Visitation
We want to provide support during your time of need! However, because health regulations prohibit the clergy from being informed when our parishioners are in the hospital, we will not know if you or someone you love is there unless you tell us. We want to provide support in any time of need or crisis. Please call the parish offices at 259.1570 or
click here to email us to let us know when you need us.
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Thursday, January 25
The Holy Eucharist (Rite II) and Healing & Anointing, 10:00 a.m., Chapel
Men's Thursday Bible Study and Lunch, 11:45 a.m., Peterson Room
The Men's Thursday Bible Study and Lunch group meets on Thursdays at 11:45 a.m. at the School's Middle School campus. The readings the group studies are those from
the Revised Common Lectionary for the coming Sunday. Please do not park in the Four Green Fields parking lots. Feel free to bring your lunch.
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The Holy Eucharist (Rite I), 8:00 a.m., Church
The Holy Eucharist (Rite II), 9:15 a.m., Church
Family Service, 9:15 a.m., Parish Hall
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Sunday Adult Christian Formation, 10:30 a.m., Lowry Room
The Sunday Adult Formation group will begin a new study, Embracing Spiritual Awakening, this Sunday, January 7 at 10:30 a.m. in the Lowry Room. This five-session DVD series features Diana Butler Bass, a well-known writer and speaker on religion and spirituality in today's world, leading a series of discussions on the role of the church in our changing cultural landscape and what it means to be a Christian in the world today. Bring your coffee and join us for a lively discussion between services.
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The Holy Eucharist, (Rite I), 11:15 a.m., Church
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Tuesday, January 30
Contemporary Women's Bible Study, 6:45 a.m., Peterson Room
The CWBS group will begin its spring study series on
Tuesday, January 9 at 6:45 a.m. in the Peterson Room on the St John's Middle School campus. Weekly meetings start with a light breakfast followed by prayer and study until 8:00 a.m. All women of St John's and their friends are welcome. For more information, contact Deacon Kathleen at
kmoore@stjohnstampa.org or 785.9400.
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The Holy Eucharist (Rite II), 12:15 p.m., Chapel
Wednesday Nights In St. John's, 6:00 p.m., Parish Hall
The Wednesday Nights group invites you to join them for a potluck dinner followed by a viewing and discussion of a session from the DVD program Christian History Made Easy led by Timothy Paul Jones, PhD.
In the 12-session study Christian History Made Easy Dr. Timothy Paul Jones takes you through the most important events in Christian history from the time of the apostles to today. He brings to life the fascinating people and events that shaped our world. This isn't dry names and dates. It's full of dramatic stories told with a touch of humor. This series, based on Dr. Jones' popular award-winning book of the same title ties in spiritual lessons believers can glean by looking at the past, and shows how God was still working in his church despite all the ups and downs.
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