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The Twenty-Fifth Sunday after Pentecost
Sunday, November 10, 2024
9:00am with Organ/Choir and Sunday School
All are welcome!
Collect for the Twenty-Fifth Sunday after Pentecost
O God, whose blessed Son came into the world
that he might destroy the works of the devil
and make us children of God and heirs of eternal life:
Grant that, having this hope, we may purify ourselves as he is pure;
that, when he comes again with power and great glory,
we may be made like him in his eternal and glorious kingdom;
where he lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,
one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Readings for the Twenty-Fifth Sunday after Pentecost
1 Kings 17:8-16
Psalm 146
Hebrews 9:24-28
Mark 12:38-44
Worship Booklet for the Twenty-Fifth Sunday after Pentecost
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2024 Altar Flowers
The altar flowers for November 10, 2024 are given by Barbara Duncan
in memory of Joseph and Josephine Zajkowski.
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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A Prayer for Heroic Service
O God of the nations, we remember before you with grateful hearts
the men and women of our country who in the day of decision
ventured much for the liberties we now enjoy.
Grant that we may not rest until all the people of this land
share the benefits of true freedom and gladly accept its disciplines.
This we ask in the Name of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
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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 Liliana Morales, and I was born and raised Catholic. We moved to the area in 2017, and while walking in the neighborhood, I noticed a church. Days and weeks went by until one day, I decided to Google the church’s name to learn more about it. I found out they held Morning Prayer and Bible Study every Wednesday, so I thought, “Why not give prayer time a try?” (I wasn’t sure I saw myself joining a Bible study group).
Rev. Cathey used to lead the sessions. When I first walked into the chapel, I introduced myself and explained that I was raised Catholic but wanted to explore my relationship with God. Long story short, I stayed for Bible Study and kept coming back. Then, one Ash Wednesday, I attended a service led by Father Jack, Father Al, and Rev. Cathey. I eventually began attending Sunday services, and soon my family joined me.
Today, I’m happy to say that I’m a member of the Saint John’s family. I participate in the Latino Outreach for La Misa in English, and I’m also a proud Daughter of the King—all because I said “yes” to God!
God bless you all,
Liliana Morales
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Holiday Interfaith Prayer Breakfast
November 21st, 8:00-9:30am
St. John's has 6 seats at a table for this event. If you would like to attend, please contact the office.
St. Paul's Senior Services (PACE) cordially invites you to an interfaith celebration breakfast! Kick off the holiday season with a morning of prayer, music, reflection and fellowship. All are welcome! Net proceeds benefit the expansion of St. Paul’s PACE. Donations and sponsorships help keep this event free to the community!
Click Here for More Information
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Prayers and Squares: The Prayer Quilt Ministry
Prayers and Squares will meet in Nale Hall on Tuesday, November 12th, from 9:30am-2:30pm.
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)
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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 Chaplains and Ministries of the Armed Forces and for all Veterans of the Armed Services.
In the Anglican Cycle of Prayer, we pray for The Church of South India (United).
In the Military Cycle of Prayer, we pray for United States Marine Corps on their 249th birthday.
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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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“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 11th: Veteran's Day, Office Closed
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Tuesday, November 12th: Prayers and Squares Quilting, 9:30-2:30, Nale Hall
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Monday, November 18th: Men of St. John's Meeting, 6:00pm
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Thursday, November 21st: DOK Meeting, 9:30am, Rev. Stott Conference Room
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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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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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Letter from Presiding Bishop Sean Rowe
on the U.S. Presidential Election
November 6, 2024
Dear People of God in The Episcopal Church,
Early this morning, we learned that President Trump has been elected to another term as president of the United States. I pray that he will govern wisely and justly.
Regardless of our political allegiances, we must remember that God has called us in The Episcopal Church to seek and serve Christ in all persons. No matter the party in power, we are one church, and we will continue to fulfill our baptismal covenant by proclaiming in word and example the Good News of God in Christ, striving for justice and peace among all people, and protecting the dignity of every human being.
We commit to working with the new administration to advance policies that follow the teachings of Jesus by supporting the most vulnerable among us. Through Episcopal Migration Ministries, we abide by God’s command to welcome the stranger, and since 1988, we have resettled more than 100,000 refugees through a bipartisan program with a strong record of success. We urge President Trump and members of Congress to exercise compassion toward the immigrants, asylum seekers, and refugees we serve and to know that, at every turn, we will stand for the dignity and human rights of all of God’s people.
We are Christians who support the dignity, safety, and equality of women and LGBTQ+ people as an expression of our faith. I pray that President Trump and his administration will do the same.
In the coming months, I ask us all to be agents of peace and reconciliation in our communities, both in person and online. As people of faith, we can work and pray for peace and unity among God’s people whether we are joyful, hurting, or afraid. Especially now, when we know of efforts by domestic terrorists and foreign adversaries to undermine our trust in institutions and in one another, we can combat the misinformation and fear by which the Enemy seeks to divide us from one another.
I give thanks for all the ministries in dioceses and congregations across the church that are tangible expressions of our belief in a God of compassion and mercy. In every season, this is the work that God has set before us.
The Most Rev. Sean W. Rowe
Presiding Bishop of The Episcopal Church
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Bishop Susan's Reflection on the Presidential Election
By: Bishop Susan Brown Snook
As our country wakes up to the results of a consequential election, Americans are deeply divided. In our church, some Episcopalians are happy with the results, but many others are fearful, anxious, grieving, dreading what is to come and worried about themselves and their neighbors. Today I write to all of us, to encourage us to come together in faith, hope, and love.
Faith does not mean certainty; faith means we trust God to guide us through all the challenges before us. Hope is not the same as optimism that everything will go our way; hope means we know God can bring light into the deepest darkness. Love does not mean pleasant feelings; love means a decision we make over and over to put the welfare of others first, to work for the benefit of our neighbors, and to walk in the way that Christ showed us in his life, death, and resurrection. Read More
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Diocesan Convention November 8th-9th
Follow along with the work of Diocesan Convention. A live stream will be available Friday afternoon and Saturday. All Convention information can be found below.
Click Here for More Information
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Diocesan Convention 2024
By: Chris Tumilty, Director of Communications
Our annual Diocesan Convention is just around the corner! Bringing together clergy and lay leaders from across the diocese, Convention is a time of worship, fellowship, and important decision-making. This gathering offers an opportunity to reflect on where we’ve been, where we are, and where we are called to go as a diocese. Delegates will vote on resolutions, elect new leaders, and participate in discussions that shape our diocese. In addition to business sessions, there will be opportunities for learning, fun, and prayer.
To help you get ready, we’ve prepared everything you need to know about the upcoming Convention. Read More
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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
Charlette kicks off today’s episode with a GodSighting. Later, the team wrestles with this week’s gospel about “the widow’s offering."
Listen Here
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