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The Twenty-Sixth Sunday after Pentecost
Sunday, November 17, 2024
9:00am with Organ/Choir and Sunday School
All are welcome!
Following the liturgy
please join us for a farewell reception honoring Tom Brzeczek.
We wish Tom well in his new life in Costa Rica.
Collect for the Twenty-Sixth Sunday after Pentecost
Blessed Lord, who caused all holy Scriptures to be written for our learning:
Grant us so to hear them, read, mark, learn, and inwardly digest them,
that we may embrace and ever hold fast the blessed hope of everlasting life, which you have given us in our Savior Jesus Christ;
who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,
one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Readings for the Twenty-Sixth Sunday after Pentecost
Daniel 12:1-3
Psalm 16
Hebrews 10:11-14, 19-25
Mark 13:1-8
Worship Booklet for the Twenty-Sixth Sunday after Pentecost
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2024 Altar Flowers
The altar flowers for November 17, 2024 are given by Bob and Kathy Milam in memory of Penny and Debbie Milam.
Our 2024 Altar Flower sign-up is available in the Narthex. If you are not able to sign up in person, please contact the office to see if your desired date is available. If you donate online, please contact Maria with your dedication: maria@saint-johns.org
Suggested donation is $40.00.
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Save the date for our final La Misa in English celebration of 2024
Tuesday, December 10th – Our Lady of Guadalupe (December 12th)
Celebrating Latino/Hispanic Culture and Faith
with
Social / Music / Mass / Potluck Dinner
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OUTREACH AND EVANGELIZATION | |
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Please bring your bags of groceries to church with you this Sunday, November 17th!
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Outreach Collections
We will continue our ongoing collections for:
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New Blankets - Domestic Violence Shelters (Denise Czer and Linda Dennehy)
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Eyeglasses (Bob Dunn)
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Greeting Cards - ECS Head Start (Judy McKay)
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Clean, Gently Used Blankets - Dreams for Change (Bob Dunn)
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Emergency Food Pantry - South Bay Community Services (Maria and Joe Love)
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Blessings in a Bag - For our neighbors who live in need. Click here for a list of items you can donate to fill the bags.
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Gently Used Clothing - Men's, women's and children's
Items may be brought to Nale Hall on Sundays when we gather for worship.
You may also bring your items to the church during our weekday office hours,
Monday through Thursday from 9am to 3pm.
If you are not able to bring them, please contact the parish office, and we will pick up the items from your home.
St. John's Outreach Committee meets monthly to discuss our parish Outreach activities.
Please click on the following link for more information on our Outreach collection activities:
Outreach Ministries of St. John's
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Annual Stewardship Campaign
Sunday, October 27th thru Sunday, November 24th
Sowing Seeds of Hope
"As for the seed in the good soil,
these are the ones who, when they hear the word,
hold it fast in an honest and good heart, and bear fruit with patient endurance."
Luke 8:15 (NRSV)
Who has sown seeds of hope in me?
In whom have I sown seeds of hope?
Stewardship Letter from Rev. Roger
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Stewardship Reflection
My name is Teri Tatu and I have been a parishioner at St. John’s for about six years. You won’t see me in church every Sunday because I only live in Chula Vista part time. I spend part of my time in Arizona where my grandchildren live. So I travel back and forth frequently. I always look forward to my time in Chula Vista because that’s when I return to St. John’s for services on Sunday and working with Debbie and the ladies of St. John’s on the quilt ministry.
Today I want to write about the church members at St. John’s because they plant seeds of HOPE for me.
Lately the political climate has divided our country and made so many people hateful towards one another. It’s difficult to have the TV on and constantly hear negative comments. Our family has different political views right now which makes it awkward when we are together. Even though we might not be voting for the same people it’s important that we respect each others’ views. However, it doesn’t always feel that way.
When I attend church I feel at peace because the church members are so kind and genuine. We have the best rector, vestry, choir, and members of St. John’s. The parish makes me feel welcome and restores my faith in humankind. It is so refreshing to see people helping one another. The parishioners at St. John’s are so generous and kind. Everyone works together to help those in need around our community. St. John’s plants seeds of HOPE to make this world a better place for ALL. I am so thankful my life is blessed by all of you!
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St. John's Prayer Ministries | |
Prayers and Squares: The Prayer Quilt Ministry
This important ministry brings comfort and healing to many people who are suffering with illness. For information on how to help create prayer quilts, or on how to request a quilt (click here)
Several weeks ago, we blessed a quilt for Dana Mackay, a relative by marriage of Bill and Diane Gustafson. She had been diagnosed with an aggressive lymphoma that only 75 percent survive.
Last week Dana’s oncologist told her that her tumor has gone from 14 cm to 1 cm! She is in remission! Praise God!
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Wednesday Morning Prayer and Bible Study
Join us for Wednesday Morning Prayer and Bible Study
on Wednesdays at 9:30 am as a Zoom meeting.
For information on how to join (click here)
For the Morning Prayer Booklet (click here)
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The Order of the Daughters of the King
The mission of The Order is the extension of Christ's Kingdom through Prayer, Service and Evangelism. If you would like information about becoming a member, or if you have a Prayer Request (click here)
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Parish Prayer Lists
For Our Military
Matt Jensen, Drew Shorkey, Cody Crossland, Cameron Ronie, Chariti Paden, Mark Stanfield, Sean Robinson, Jonathan Martinez, TK Nguyen, Christopher Lindshield, Timothy Lindshield, Jeremy Colton, David Sanchez, Jonathan Baldera, Nick Wyatt, Jamal Warner, Devon Strunk, Matt Hernandez, Daniel Getreu, Taylor Harrold, Jorge Zuazua, Sebastian Morales, Roberto Chavez, Ryan Lothspeich, Andrew C. Dugger, Dan and Chelsey Nyaradi, Gen. G.C. Heinrich, Pedro Bonilla, and Patrick King.
Almighty God, we commend to your gracious care and keeping
all the men and women of our armed forces at home and abroad.
Defend them day by day with your heavenly grace;
strengthen them in their trials and temptations;
give them courage to face the perils which beset them;
and grant them a sense of your abiding presence
wherever they may be; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
For Strength in Time of Need
Steve Magill, Gary and Shirley McCarren, the McClure family, Alec Hauer,
Barbara Oliveira, Ann and Bill Rogers, Karen Polk, Bob Milam, James Kellogg Burnham III, Marcia Morris, Mike Gollihur, Linda Longoria-Neff, Artis Selby, and Lee Wagenblast.
O God of heavenly powers,
by the might of your command you drive away from our bodies
all sickness and all infirmity:
Be present in your goodness with your servants,
that their weakness may be banished and their strength restored;
and that, their health being renewed, they may bless your holy Name;
through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Cycle of Prayers for the Church
In the Diocesan Cycle of Prayer, we pray for the clergy and people of St. Brigid’s in Oceanside and for musicians and all those that bring art into our lives.
In the Anglican Cycle of Prayer, we pray for The Anglican Church of Southern Africa.
In the Military Cycle of Prayer, we pray for the USS Alexandria (SSN 757).
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Eucharistic Visits to your home
If you are not able to join us for our celebration of Eucharist and would like Communion brought to you (click here)
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Sacramental and Spiritual Preparation
If you are interested in celebrating a sacramental/spiritual event in your life (click here)
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Pastoral Emergency
If you have a pastoral emergency when the parish offices are closed,
please call 619-301-0724 or email revroger@saint-johns.org
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ADMINISTRATION AND VESTRY | |
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“Raise the Roof”
St. John’s Capital Campaign
Capital Campaign for Property Maintenance Reserve
Our loved ones raised the church with money and physical labor –
We must maintain their legacy
Property Maintenance Reserve Needs:
- New Roof for Church, Nale Hall and Graves Pavilion = $175,000
- Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Units (11 HVAC Units) = $325,000
Capital Campaign Goal: $500,000
Capital Campaign Donations Received: $151,611
Percentage of Goal Achieved: 30%
The church exists as the People of God,
but also, as the buildings from which God is served and worshiped.
Please consider investing in St. John's with a donation to the Capital Campaign:
Capital Campaign Statement of Intent
Capital Campaign Committee: Bob Dunn (co-chair), Terry Farrelly (co-chair),
Tom Brzeczek, Denise Czer, Jane Ferguson, Rev. Roger Haenke
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Upcoming Events at St. John's
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Monday, November 18th: Men of St. John's Meeting, 6:00pm at the Morales' home
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Thursday, November 21st: DOK Meeting, 9:30am, Rev. Stott Conference Room
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Monday, November 25th: Office closed - SDG&E is cutting power to the campus; staff will be working remotely
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Wednesday, November 27th: Interfaith Thanksgiving Prayer Service at 7:00pm* in the Church. Reception to follow in Nale Hall
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Saturday, December 14th: St. John's Annual Christmas Party, featuring La Posada
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Parish Office Hours and Contacts
The Parish Office will be open 9:00 am to 3:00 pm, Monday through Thursday.
Please call the parish office if you have any questions or concerns
(619-422-4141) or email info@saint-johns.org.
Rev. Roger will be working remotely on Monday and Tuesday, and in the office on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. He is available by appointment. Please call the office to schedule an appointment.
In case of a pastoral emergency, Rev. Roger may be reached on his cell phone at
619-301-0724.
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51st Diocesan Convention Recap
By: Chris Tumilty, Director of Communications
Our diocesan family gathered at Convention for an inspiring weekend at St. Margaret's in Palm Desert. This year’s Convention offered much more than the important business of elections and resolutions. We came together for shared worship, celebrated community over a delightful dinner, and joined in a solemn candle-lit vigil for gun safety, honoring lives lost and committing ourselves to advocacy for peace. The screening of The Philadelphia Eleven offered a poignant look at the trailblazing women who shaped our church, inspiring deep reflection on our history and our future.
Throughout the weekend, the spirit of unity and dedication to our mission was palpable, as we honored the work of the church and discerned our path forward. In worship, fellowship, and service, we embraced both our joyful connections and our shared responsibilities, creating lasting memories and renewed commitments. Read More
Bishop Susan’s Annual Address to Convention
Diocesan Convention Eucharist Sermon
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Presiding Bishop’s Response
to the Resignation of the Archbishop of Canterbury
This week, Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby announced that he will step down in light of the findings of a report on abuse perpetrated by John Smyth, a lay minister in the Church of England.
Presiding Bishop Sean Rowe said, “Today I am praying for the people of the Church of England, for our siblings in the Anglican Communion, and for all victims and survivors of abuse, especially clergy abuse. Abuse in any form is horrific and abhorrent, and it grieves me that the church does not always live up to its ideal as a place where all of God’s children are safe.
“I commend Archbishop Welby for calling the Church of England to address its safeguarding failures, and I pledge the Episcopal Church’s commitment to this critical task in our own contexts and in the Anglican Communion. The church must be a refuge where people can come with the deepest wounds and vulnerabilities and be nurtured, respected and never abused.”
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Diocesan Service and Justice Coalition Zoom
Join the DSJC on November 16th from 9:30-11:30am on Zoom for a conversation with dedicated service/outreach and peace/social justice coordinators. DSJC gathers to network and share ideas and collaborate on projects to make a greater impact in our community. Share how you do it at your church, learn how others are doing it, troubleshoot problems, pool resources and collaborate on projects larger than your one church.
Click Here for More Information
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New Sacred Ground Circle Starting
A new EDSD-wide Sacred Ground circle (discussion group) is starting Wednesday, November 20th, 3-5pm. Circles are open to EVERYONE in the diocese and beyond. If your church has not yet organized a circle, or if you weren’t able to participate before, this is your chance!
Click Here to Register
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Faith to Go Podcast
The Faith to Go team welcomes the Rev. CC Schroeder who serves as the Rector of St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church in the Rancho Peñasquitos. Rev. CC joins the team in a conversation about a passage from Mark, which has intense imagery and the coming of great things
Listen Here
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