• Eucharist 8 & 10:30 am
• Adult Forum 9:15 am 

• Cape Ann Choir School 4:30-5:45
• Parish Choir 7-8:30 pm

Tonight: Evensong 6 pm. Some folks stay for a potluck quick dinner before choir starts at 7:15. Do join us!

Pastoral Care. The Pastoral Care Committee is meeting this Saturday, 3/18/17 at 9:30 in the Parish Hall. All are invited!

The Choir sings "Prayer to Jesus" by George Oldroyd. Oldroyd played at several Anglo-Catholic churches in London and wrote the "Mass of the Quiet Hour" published in the Hymnal 1940, and which was sung on Christmas Eve here at 11 pm. You'll note that the text is by Richard Rolle of Hampole, the 14th century hermit, mystic and writer. He was a prolific writer in both Latin and English and his works have been popular since his death.

At the Offertory we'll sing a hymn "When, like the woman at the well" based on the Gospel reading from John 4:5-42. The author is Edith Sinclair Downing, a woman who began hymn writing in her 60s. She has a collection of her work published by Selahpub.com: "A Season of Clear Shining"

The choir will again sing a canon during communion, with words by the 13th century Sufi mystic poet Rumi. The music is by Berkeley composer, singer, music leader and impresario Dale Zola. This music was recommended to me (as good words for Lent) by Ana Hernandez and is found in the Threshold Choir Songbook (a choir that sings for those near death): Come, come who-ever you are, worshipper, wanderer, lover of leaving. Ours is not a caravan of despair. Though you have broken your vows a thousand times Come, come again come.

ADULT FORUM THIS SUNDAY Cursillo facilitated by Rick Britton. What is Cursillo? Is it something that might enrich my spiritual journey? Is it for me? Join Rick Britton as he facilitates the forum on Sunday March 19th. We will look at the history of the Cursillo movement and reflect on how living a Cursillo weekend can be of benefit to your relationship with the Risen One, your commitment to your faith and opportunity for action in both your parish and the greater community. Bring questions and an open heart.

FIRST SATURDAY SERVICE IN APRIL-poetry, silence, prayers, and story.
Come explore the environment and music offered by Patty Rhinelander with stories, poetry and prayers based on Christian and Native American poet.

Sorellanza Concert at St. John's Church-Sunday, April 2 4PM
Join us for an evening of songs ranging from American Folk to Pop, Renaissance, and The Beatles. Sorellanza, Sisters in Song, is a 12 person women's a cappella chorus directed by Patti Pike, sister of our own music director Mark Nelson. Their concert series theme "Raise Your Voice" reflects the women's feeling that now more than ever it's important that we cherish and allow every voice to be heard in addition to reminding ourselves that we all have the ability to create one voice together. Tickets available at the door. $12 Adults / $10 Seniors & Students.

The current discussion of U.S. policy on immigration raises issues of justice and values in the church and society. In response, Bishop Alan M. Gates and Bishop Gayle E. Harris are convening a special event for education and strategizing about the church's response and responsibility in ministry with immigrants. "Immigration and The Church 101: The Lord's Song in a Foreign Land" will be held on Sunday, March 26, 4-8 p.m., at the Cathedral Church of St. Paul (138 Tremont Street) in Boston. Guest speakers will share expertise in legal and other aspects of the issues at hand. All clergy and lay leaders in the congregations of the diocese are invited to participate. We at St. John's would like to send a contingent to this late afternoon training. Please contact the Office if you are interested, as we need to RSVP by March 22nd.

March 19, 2017, The Second Sunday in Lent
Participating in the Liturgy : The People of God gathered in St. John's Church

Presiding T he Rev. Catherine Venkatesh , guest priest

8am
Lector Heidi Stowe

Eucharistic Minister & Intercessor Andy Harris 

Acolyte  Norm Barr   

Usher  Bill Melvin   

10:30 am
Lectors  Jim LaBelle & Dori Mottola

Eucharistic Ministers  Marjorie Fergusson & Cecily Merrell
Intercessor Lynn Runnells 

Acolyte  Sue Lupo  

Ushers  Tom & Claudette Chmura
Greeters Carole Secrest & Dori Mottola   

 

Preparing for the Liturgy

Altar Guild  Malcom Henderson & Marjorie Fergusson
Flower Guild Mark Nelson 

Bread bakers Janet Williams, Catherine McGeary, Sue Lupo, Iona & Melanie Murray-Brown. 

 

FOOD BANK  for next week Soup

 

COFFEE HOUR this Sunday is hosted by the Nadine Boughton.

ACTION SHELTER SANDWICHES this weekare being provided by Chuck Everett & Dori Mottola.

 

THE SANCTUARY LAMP burns this week in honor of Susanna Hackett Taylor given by her mother Sarah Hackett.

 

Sign-up for FLOWERS & LAMP (remember a loved one, celebration of a birthday/anniversary etc.)

 

Action Shelter Sandwich making sign-up is needed for 3/25.Pastoral Care sign-ups are available.    

 

St. John's Intercession List

Short term:

Sarah Larson, John Jeffrey Fletcher, Carolyn Stewart, Marie Giacalone, Connor Macaulay, Samuel Adams, Jack Ketchpulos, Chris Koller, Beni Rose, Fran & Mary Alice Wafrate, James Lacroix, Jackie Vannah, Jean Dyett, Jane Walsh, Pam Belcher, Mary Lu Walker, Judy Gay, Julie Wilson, Jay Wilson, John Fleming, Larry Veator, Margie Sonthemier, James John Davies, Alexis, Abby Browne, Cloe, Bill Braunlich, Paul Seavey, Mark Brophy, Meghan Stricher, Maddy, Margaret, Rebecca Young, Sue Kessler, Laura Boddie, Denise McKenzie, and Tamara Moulton.

   

 

Long term:  

Grace Center, Carl Levick, Brian Tarr, Hans Morsink, Janet Williams, Jody Shirley, Jim Britton, Joe Lacroix, Patti Kelleher, Kai McKenzie, the Senft family, Allen Williams, Elvira "Mary" Spinney, Eric Runnells, Ruth Campos, David Arnold, Dick McGinnis, Neil Woodberry, Ben Shepard, Guy Maychszak, Glo Richardson, Nancy Poland, Susan Richardson, Mary McIntyre, Elizabeth Kaul, Nancy Feldman, and Anne Brantley Betts.

 

For the repose of the soul of Donna Chamberlin: May her soul, and the souls of all faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace and rise in glory.

WEEKLY CALENDAR

• 9-noon Ms. Fixits Women gathering to tend to the fabric of the church.
• 6 pm Women's Cursillo Reunion Group (1st and 3rd Monday)
• 7 pm Bible Study First Monday of the month led by Lynn Runnells.

• 5 pm Free Harvest Meals, sponsored by Cape Ann Interfaith Commission.

• 4:30-5:45 pm Choir School Children from ages 5-12
• 6 pm Evensong First Thursday of the month 
• 7-8:30 pm Parish Choir rehearsal.

• 8:30 am Grace Center, an open drop-in center for people from the community, providing a warm place as well as advocacy for living issues

• Action Shelter Lunch-Making, Carolyn Stewart 
• 5 pm " Art Service "

  First Saturday of the month.
  
• 8 pm Big Book Alcoholics Anonymous