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In this week's Family News (Scroll to Learn More):
- Summer Worship Series Continues: A Church that Weaves New Clothes
- Weaving Our Community Fabric
- Youth In-Town Immersion Trip
- Reflections from the NYC Mission Trip from Our Youth
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PRIDE Festival and Parade Volunteering: Sign Up Here
- On the Way August and September
- "The Why and How of Our Windows" Discussion on July 28
- Children and Family Ministries in August & September
- Men's Clothing Drive for Hope Chapel
- Women of the Church Luncheon in September
- RISE Against Hunger in September
- Prayer List, Sympathy, Thanks, and Celebrations
- On Call Rotation
- Financial Update
- Minister On Call Schedule
- Staff Contact Info
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A Church that Weaves New Clothes
Rev. Dennis W. Foust, PhD in the Pulpit this Sunday
This summer, our worship continues to explore practical applications of Jesus' example of love, with our ministry staff offering messages on how we can emulate this model today.
See this summer's preaching schedule below.
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July 28 – A Church that Weaves New Clothes, by Dr. Dennis Foust
August 4 – A Church that Embraces Differences, by Dr. Steve Harmon
August 11 – A Church that Really Notices People, by Rev. Lee Gray
August 18 – A Church that Moves the World Forward, by Dr. Dennis Foust
August 25 – A Church that Shapes a People for God, by Dr. Dennis Foust
September 1 – A Church of Beautiful Grace in Action, by Rev. Haley Blackwell
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What Is the Fabric that Makes Up Our St. John’s Community?
We invite you to participate in a literal weaving of our community fabric.
This will be in the form of a tapestry made on a vertical loom. Weaving is a timeless art that symbolizes unity and strength in its intertwining threads.
What we need from each of you is a simple strip of cloth, 12-18” long X 3” wide (approximately). It may be cut or torn, any color, any pattern, and any type of fabric. You may choose to sign it or write something meaningful on it. Please bring your fabric to the sanctuary in the next several weeks. There will be a table in the front corner with a tapestry collection basket on it. You may also select a fabric strip from the table if you wish. The actual weaving will take place as we transition into fall.
Please join us in this journey of collaboration. Together, let’s weave a tapestry that embodies the beauty of this community.
Please address questions to Cindy Osborne through Realm or email her at loupaints@gmail.com.
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Youth In-Town Mission Immersion Trip
Register Today!
Our youth will participate in the annual In-Town Mission Immersion Trip August 10-13 where we will serve others are various places around town.
We need adults to volunteer as chaperones throughout our time together during both daytime and overnights. Contact Haley to help!
Registration is open in Realm for youth. Price is $100/youth.
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Reflections on the Youth Mission Trip to NYC
Over the next few weeks, we will be sharing reflections from the students who went on the mission trip to New York City last month.
This week, we hear from Parker Wilson, son of Lindsay and Chip Wilson.
What was your favorite part of the trip?
I’d say my favorite part of the trip was the other group, I made a lot of friends since both groups were decently small.
What was challenging?
It was challenging dealing with very hot weather conditions for such a long time, like serving hotdogs outside in 95-degree weather for 3 hours.
What did you learn?
I learned that many people have trouble with getting food, and these food pantries and services are a large help to the homeless community.
How did you see God?
I saw God through the workers and leaders in the community, with people like Lisa helping out at the Broadway Community and taking charge of a giant group of people to help give out food to others.
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Join us for Charlotte Pride 2024!
Charlotte Pride is Saturday and Sunday August 17 and 18 and we need your help!
Come volunteer at the St. John’s booth at Charlotte Pride on Saturday or Sunday. You can also join us in shouting it on the parade route on Sunday. If you are volunteering at the booth you will have either a minister or church staff member with you at all times. Time slots for volunteering at the booth are as follows:
- Saturday Aug. 17: 11:30 to 1:30; 1:30 to 3:30, 3:30 to 5:30, 5:30 to 7:30; 7:30 to 9:30
- Sunday, Aug. 18: 12:00 to 2:00; 2:00 to 4:00, 4:00 to 6:00
Click below to sign up by Sunday, Aug. 11!
If you have any questions please contact either:
Amanda Morrison or Todd Stillerman.
amorrison@sjcharlotte.org
stillerman@gmail.com
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On the Way
Outings for St. John’s Retired Adults & Friends
AUGUST – We will have a lunch outing at The Famous Toastery (2400 Park Rd) on Wednesday, August 21. You can leave with folks from the church at 11:15 am or meet us there at 11:30 am.
SEPTEMBER – We will be going to see “Jesus Christ Superstar” at the Flat Rock Playhouse on Thursday September 19. More details will be forthcoming, but plan to leave the church at 9:00 am and return between 6:00 & 6:30 pm. The cost will be $70 (check payable to St. John’s) you’re your lunch (TBD – In Flat Rock or Hendersonville). We have put down a deposit for 18 tickets and have transportation that can accommodate 19 people. It is important to RSVP ahead of time, so that there is time for any adjustments that might be needed.
Please Email Lee Gray LGray@sjcharlotte.org to make reservations for either or both outings.
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Learn About the Stained Glass Windows THIS Sunday during the Sunday School Hour
Have you ever given thought to the meaning of the symbols in the Sanctuary windows or why and how they were designed?
If you would like to know more about the windows, please come to the Sanctuary on July 28 during the Sunday School hour. Fredda Kimball, one of our church archivists, will lead a discussion on the topic "The Why and How of Our Windows."
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Children and Family Ministries for August & September
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August 10: Wet and Wild Parent's Night Out: Parents, drop your kids off at church at 5:00pm on Saturday, August 10. Our SJBC youth, Haley, and Kheresa will slip, and slide, and splash, and giggle, with children 3 years of age through 5th grade. Childcare for babies - two years of age will be provided by Mon Aye and Zebb Young, two of our WDS teachers. They will be accompanied by SJBC youth as a part of their In-Town Mission Immersion Trip. The cost of the event is $10 per child, which will help cover the costs associated with dinner, snacks, and supplies. We’ll dry off and be ready to meet parents at 8:00pm. SIGN UP HERE FOR PARENT'S NIGHT OUT
- Let's "fall into Fall 2024" with a cookout at the home of Liz and Jordan Benton (1401 Kingscross Drive, Charlotte, NC 28211-3973) at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, September 7! Hamburgers and/or hotdogs, and buns will be provided. Let’s bring the condiments, sides, desserts, beverages, and paper products! Please review the available slots below and click HERE to sign up to bring items by September 2nd. Questions? Please email or text Kheresa at kharmon@sjcharlotte.org or 910.890.3392. SIGN UP HERE TO ATTEND THE COOKOUT
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Hope Chapel Clothing Donations
You're invited to make a difference in our community by donating new or gently used men's clothing for Hope Chapel.
From now through August 10, please bring your donations to the Giving Nook at St. John's. These contributions will be sorted by our dedicated youth during their In Town Mission Immersion Trip when they spend time at Hope Chapel, providing much-needed support to those in need.
Your generosity will help us extend a helping hand to our neighbors and make a positive impact. Contact Haley with questions.
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Save the Date!
Join us on September 15, 11:45am, for the Women of the Church annual luncheon and meeting in Broach Hall. Details to come, but we are excited to share that we will hear more about Dove’s Nest from Lynn Erdman.
Mark your calendar!
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Rise Against Hunger Packing Event This Fall
Help us pack 20,000 meals on September 29
Please plan on joining us for our Rise Against Hunger Packing Event on Sunday, September 29, immediately after worship! We will be packaging 20,000 meals on site for those in need.
Rise Against Hunger is a global movement to end hunger by empowering communities, nourishing lives, and responding to emergencies. It’s an international humanitarian non-profit founded in NC over 25 years ago by Christian clergy.
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Prayers, Thanks, and Celebrations
Current Prayer Concerns: Jack Crymes, Charles Gordon, Carolyn Hall, Arnold Philemon
Continuing Prayer Concerns: Shirley Ballard, Tom Bryson, Mary Rickenbaker
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Thank you note from Church World Service Charlotte for our contributions to them during the Community and State Mission Offering earlier this year |
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On Call Rotation
- July 22-28: Dennis
- July 29-Aug.4: Lee
- Aug. 5-11: Kheresa
- Aug. 12-18: Russell
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Financial Update
2024 Full Year Budget: $1,211,000
Income Received Through July 22: $604,881
Through June:
Budgeted income: $605,500 (50%)
Actual income received: $554,167 (46%)
Income over (under) budget: (51,333)
Actual expenses paid: $580,471 (48%)
Income/expense surplus (deficit): (26,304)
Global Missions Offering Goal: $25,000
Received through July 22: $8,305
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Staff Contact Information
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Rev. Haley Blackwell, Minister for Youth & Young Adults - 704-333,5428, ext. 2013; 620-515-3558 (cell)
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Rev. Dennis Foust, PhD, Senior Minister - 704-359-7234 (cell); 704-333-5428, ext. 2012
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Rev. Lee Gray, Minister for Congregational Care - 704-333-5428, ext. 2015; 704-451-1309 (cell)
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Rev. Kheresa Harmon, Minister for Children & their Families - 704-333-5428, ext. 2018; 910-890-3392 (cell)
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Russell Nelson, Minister for Worship & Music - (980) 228-6244 (cell)
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Mallory Brown, Media Coordinator - 704-477-3349 (cell)
- Chloe Hall, Children's Choir Director
- Noel Lance, Organist
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Amanda Morrison, Church Administrator - 704-333-5428, ext. 0
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Lydia Olmsted, Weekday School Director - 704-333-5428, ext. 2039
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