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Birthdays
July 18: Kay Brock
July 19: Warren Alverson, Bill May, Kim Watts
July 20: Kari McDonald
July 21: Jane King
July 22: Curtis Jones, Mark Kavanaugh, Will Youngdale
July 23: Carol Biggar, Briana Medina
July 24: Rowland Curry, Jean Solana, Toby Sudduth
July 25: Jessica Schumacher
July 26: Sam Cunningham, Jessica Ewing, Taylor McKinion
July 27: Beth St. Romain, Richard Stateler, Jane Wilson
July 28: Mary Foster, Oscar Trevino
July 29: Eva Jordan, Vicki Kullberg, Teresa Recar
July 30: Betty Armstrong
July 31: Felicia Adams, James Mitchell, Roy Mullin, Zoe Whitworth
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Saint John's UMC 2140 Allandale Rd. Austin, TX 78756 (512) 452-5737
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This Sunday at Saint John's
Rev. Hilary Marchbanks will deliver this week's message, "Growing up," based on Genesis 28:10-19a. Saint John's Singers offer special music at both the 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. services.
Sunday, July 27
Rev. Hilary Marchbanks will deliver the message, "Assurance," based on Romans 8:26-39. The quartet of Cina Crisara, Deb Rupp, Harvey Caughey and John Thomason will offer special music at both the 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. services.
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Philippians study continues Sunday
All are invited to the Great Hall on Sunday for a church-wide study centered on the Apostle Paul's correspondence in the first century with a fledgling group of Christians in the city of Philippi in Eastern Macedonia. The letter is the focal point of the 10 a.m. Sunday School hour for the next two Sundays.
Jo Kretzler will delve into Philippians 3 and ancient Greek on July 20, and
Rev. Molly McFarland will lead a lesson on Philippians 4 on July 27.
On August 3, Senior Pastor Paul Escamilla presents an update on our denomination and annual conference
For more information, contact Kate Harrington at [email protected] or 512-565-2511 or Hilary Marchbanks at [email protected] or 512-452-5737.
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Make your reservations now for Thursday Family Dinners throughout July.
Dinners are set for July 17, 24 and 31 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the Great Hall. Cost for each dinner is $5 for adults, $3 for children and free for preschoolers (maximum of $15 per family). Activities will be offered for the whole family; preschool childcare is available.
Sign-up in the Gallery on Sunday or online here. Questions? Please contact Kate Harrington at [email protected] or (512) 565-2511 or Hilary Marchbanks at [email protected] or (512) 452-5737. If interested in helping with the dinners, please contact Susie Brown at [email protected] or Hilary Marchbanks at [email protected] or (512) 452-5737.
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Saint John's year-to-date financial status
Through the first half of 2014, General Fund income is slightly just ahead of budget year to date. (Please see details below.) Thank you, Saint John's, for your faithful partnership in the gospel work through the ministry of financial giving.
Through June 30 YTD Actual YTD Budget
General Fund income $ 517,374 $ 508,203
General Fund expense $ 532,593 $ 536,542
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Hope Food Pantry collection - Rice and beans
Please deliver items to the "Hope Food Pantry" shelves in the Gallery on Sunday. Bar soap and dishwashing liquid are collected throughout the year. Monetary donations are also accepted with checks payable to Saint John's and "Hope Food Pantry" written in the memo line. If you are interested in volunteer opportunities, contact Sheri Jones at [email protected] or 512-452-5737.
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Learning to Walk in the Dark
Registration continues for an upcoming study of the book, Learning to Walk in the Dark by the New York Times bestselling author Barbara Brown Taylor. Learning to Walk in the Dark provides a way to find spirituality in those times when we don't have all the answers. The class, which starts July 29, will be led by Jo Kretzler. Register online. You can also register in the Gallery this Sunday. For more information, please contact Sallie Sassano at (512) 452-5737 or [email protected].
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Teacher training class - July 22 and 29
Teachers of adult classes and anyone interested in learning more about teaching are invited to this class, which will offer facilitation and curriculum tips, as well as a devotional and nurturing time. Register online or in the Gallery. For more information, please contact Sallie Sassano at (512) 452-5737 or [email protected]
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Author to lead book study in August
 Award-winning author Maya McIlvain will lead a study of her novel, Stein House, at Saint John's on three Thursdays in August.
Myra and her husband, Stroud, were active members at Saint John's several years ago. At the time, Myra was known as a writer of many of the Texas state historical markers, as well as author of tour-guide books for different areas of the state.
In the past few years, Myra has written historical novels about the early days of Texas history. Stein House, her most recent work, is about a German family who comes by ship to Indianola on the Gulf coast and establishes a boarding house.
The book was awarded Best General Fiction Book for 2014 by the Texas Association of Authors.
The study is set for 6:30 p.m. August 14, August 21 and August 28. Sign-up in the Gallery; books may be purchased at the church for $20 (which Myra will autograph). For more information, contact Jeanette Ball at (512) 452-5737 or [email protected].
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Immigration documentary screening July 26
Which Way Home shows the personal side of immigration through the eyes of children who face harrowing dangers with enormous courage and resourcefulness as they endeavor to make it to the United States. The film follows several unaccompanied child migrants as they journey through Mexico en route to the U.S.
Following the screening, attorneys from both organizations will speak on the crisis of unaccompanied minors at the Texas-Mexico border. They hope to shed light on the challenges of the current situation as well as the long term consequences - and how to help
Free. 7 p.m. Saturday, July 26 at Servant Church, 1605 E. 38 1/2 St. For more information, contact Rev. Hilary Marchbanks, a board member of the Austin Region JFON, at (512) 452-5737 or [email protected].
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March with United Methodists in Pride Parade
 Join other United Methodists as we march in Austin's Pride Parade at 7 p.m. on Saturday, September 20. Last year, more than 450 United Methodists from Austin and San Antonio marched together in our rainbow shirts to share God's welcome and love to our LGBT brothers and sisters. Saint John's had 70 participating in 2013, and we would like to have 100 Saint John's members march in the parade this year.
On Sundays, July 13 - August 10, you may sign up in the Gallery to march and order a t-shirt. Shirts are $12 and Saint John's will be wearing blue again this year. For more information, please contact Janice Curry [email protected] or Joan Hudson at [email protected].
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The Cokesbury Choir wants YOU
Anyone who likes to sing the "golden oldies" is invited to visit a Cokesbury Choir rehearsal on any - or all - of the next three Wednesday mornings. The group will meet at 10:30 a.m. in the music room on July 23, July 30 and August 6.
This group of singers, also known as "The Amazing Grays," is spending those rehearsals learning a new list of songs about "time." The song list includes "Time in a Bottle," "As Time Goes By," "My Grandfather's Clock," "The Syncopated Clock," "Night and Day," "Oh, What a Beautiful Morning," "In the Evening by the Moonlight" and "Some Enchanted Evening."
After each rehearsal, you are invited to join the choir for lunch. If interested, please sign up in the Gallery or call choir director Jeanette Ball at (512) 338-4344 or (512) 452-5737.
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An update from the Endowment Committee
The Endowment Fund of Saint John's was established 38 years ago to provide a way to make gifts in memory or honor of friends and loved ones. All of the contributions to the Endowment Fund have become a legacy of giving in perpetuity.
To celebrate the gifts and the givers, the Endowment Committee would like to recognize Saint John's members who have contributed to the fund between January and July 2014:
Barbara Holmes, Pat Tippie, Martha Renfroe, Emma Lea Mayton, Susie and Dan Brown and Margie Shoppe.
One gift was given in celebration of a wedding anniversary, the others in memory of a friend or family member.
For more information about the Saint John's Endowment Fund, how it works and how to contribute, pick up a brochure in the Gallery or visit us online at stjohnsaustin.org/endowment-fund. Martha Renfroe, chairperson
Saint John's Endowment Committee
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Green Team coming soon 
Saint John's is in the beginning stages of working out a plan for the greening of our church, and our congregation - and you are invited to be part of it. The goal of the Saint John's Green Team is to reduce our carbon footprint on Mother Earth. More information will follow in coming newsletters. If interested in joining the effort, please contact Judith O'Neil [email protected] or Dawn Lewis at [email protected].
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Suggest vendors, charities for gift market
All are invited to suggest a vendor or charity to be included in this year's Gifts of Hope: An Alternative Gift Market, set for for December 6-7, 2014. This year's market will again offer a unique gift selection in support of artisans and craft cooperatives from around the world along with gift card contributions to worthwhile charities.
To suggest a vendor, please fill out a form in the Gallery during August. You can also contact Karen Norris ([email protected]) or Sheri Jones (sheri@stjohnsaustin,org). Deadline for suggestions is September 1.
Last year's event raised more than $24,000.
Saint John's crafters, bakers, members of Sunday School classes and UMW circles are also invited to contribute handmade items and delicious goodies to the Bake Shop, with all proceeds going to local nonprofit agencies. If you would like to donate crafts to the market, please contact Nancy Williams ([email protected]). To donate to the Bake Shop, please contact Eva Jordan ([email protected]).
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Movie of the Month - 10 a.m. Thursday, July 24
The Senior Adults play host to a screening of Frozen at 10 a.m. Thursday, July 24 in Room 208. This animated Disney film is suitable for the whole family, so grandchildren are welcome.
Sign-up all family members in the Gallery on Sunday. All are invited to bring lunch to eat during a post-movie discussion in room 211.
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Senior Adults plan trip to Palace Theater 
The Senior Adults of Saint John's will travel to the Palace Theater in Georgetown on Sunday, August 3 to catch Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story.
The play tells the story of the three years in which Holly became the world's top recording artist. The show features many of Holly's greatest hits, including "Peggy Sue" and "That'll Be the Day."
Register by Wednesday, July 30, in the Gallery. The cost of the trip is $30, which covers the ticket and transportation. Each person is responsible for paying for his or her own dinner at the Wildfire restaurant after the show. For more information, contact Jeanette Ball at (512) 452-5737 or [email protected].
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