NEWS for you...

MARCH 29, 2024

“He himself bore our sins” in his body on the cross,

so that we might die to sins and live for righteousness;

“by his wounds you have been healed.”

Good Friday Offerings will be directed to support ministries

of the Anglican Communion Province of Jerusalem

and the Middle East.

Grace and Peace,

The logistical preparations for Holy Week, and Easter, began months ago. The theological preparations began in December with the coming of Emmanuel, God with us, and the birth of Jesus of Nazareth (take as much time as you want to think about that one).

Our own spiritual preparations differ based upon each of our unique journeys with God. We know that our journey is not a straight line; it rises and falls, it backtracks, sometimes it comes to a halt, and sometimes, it is like a bobsled, careening on the edge of control, coming ever closer to Jesus. As unpredictable as our personal journey may be, God’s love is predictable.

God will always, always, welcome each of us into God’s loving arms. God will welcome us as the prodigal son was welcomed, God will welcome us as the saints in heaven are welcomed. However, it is that we arrive at God’s feet, God will welcome us with the embrace of God’s loving arms and invite us to partake in that heavenly banquet. This is the essence of Holy Week and Easter.

It is my hope and prayer, that each of us feel God’s loving embrace.

Peace,

Fr. Henry+

See what great love the Father has lavished on us,

that we should be called children of God!

And that is what we are!

ESTHER DEEL MEETING

Sunday, April 7th

following the 10:30am service in the Parish Hall

The Esther Deel Ministry makes blankets and prayer shawls for the sick and grieving and are also presented at Baptisms.

Anyone who enjoys knitting or crocheting is invited to join the meeting.

~ PRAYER LIST ~

Use this list to pray for the sick, shut-in, bereaved, or those merely in need of prayer.

Tim Wittig

Jim & Jane Lawton

Fiona & Tyrus Adams

Patricia Jones

Sam Whitaker

Diane

Glenna Miller

Sean Miller

Brenda Goodman

Mary Persinger

Bishop Curry

Julie

Nancy Winter

Joseph Sears

Mark Evans

Peter McWilliams

RESURRECTION STORIES & SONGS

~ Remembering the stories of the Resurrection of Christ ~

We invite you to join us for a

Morning of Worship, the Music of Easter,

and the Readings of the Resurrection

SUNDAY, APRIL 7^th

Resurrection Stories and Holy Eucharist at 8am

Resurrection Stories & Songs at 10:30am

Join us for Coffee Hour in the Parish Hall

following the service

Dear volunteers and prospective volunteers, the FOOD PANTRY will be holding a food pantry stocking training on Sunday, April 7th following the 10:30am service. Even if you have not signed up or completed the survey and have an interest in being a part of the ministry, please join us for the training at 10:30am in the Meeting Room in the undercroft. Questions? Please contact Francesco Paganini.

THE MOST GENEROUS GIFT: End-of-Life Preparation & Planning

Saturday, April 20 | 9am to 12 Noon

Join us for this "Most Generous Gift" as we learn about planning for our final moments on earth.

A series of guest speakers will discuss legal documents such as wills and medical power of attorney, hospice and palliative care, funeral pre-planning, green burial, funeral liturgy, and more.

Get all your questions answered and leave with valuable information to help you

and your family plan for a stress free and easy transition.

THE SALVATION STORY

~ an Intergenerational Vacation Bible School ~

July 29 - August 2 @ 6-8:30pm

Explore stories & themes of Scripture through

the lens and images of some of your

favorite Disney stories.

Cost of $75 per household includes dinner

and the promise of a fun filled week with activities for ALL ages.

VBS EARLY REGISTRATION

CPR TRAINING OFFERED AT ST. JOHN'S

St. John’s is be offering CPR training through Giant Pharmacy's 2 year basic life support program approved by the American Heart Association on Saturday May 18th in the Parish Hall from 9am-1pm. The training fee is $69.99 per person. If you are interested in the training, please contact Julie Metcalf or call the church office to reserve your seat.

Those taking and passing the training's test will receive an e-certificate and an e-card.

FOOD PANTRY

Please leave ALL donations on the bench

outside the Rector's office.

We are happy to stock your donations.

THANK YOU.

COLLECTING GOODS FOR MIGRANTS

As part of the Diocese partnership project with International Rescue Committee (IRC), St. John's is gathering household goods for arriving migrant families in 4 category packets - Kitchen, Linens & Household Goods, Cleaning Supplies, and Toiletries. Please see Deacon Nancy for a list of items required in each category or SIGN-UP HERE.