FISH FRY DINNERS CANCELED
The Lenten Fish Fry has been canceled for the rest of the Lenten season. Be safe, and please wash your hands! In light of this, please consider donating to the St. John's UMC Food Ministry through the "Give Online" link at the bottom of this email!
Join us during Lent in 2021 for our next Fish Fry!
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INFORMATION ABOUT INDIVIDUAL MINISTRIES
For information about individual events and bible studies, please contact your ministry leaders.
MEMORY CAFE
Memory Cafe is a monthly meeting that offers fellowship, fun and information for persons with memory-loss and their caregivers. On March 14 we will be meeting at Mayberry Senior Services, 5528 Eubank Blvd.NE, Suite 1 from 2:30 - 4:00 pm. We are currently looking for several people to help in planning and executing monthly meetings. We need two volunteers to coordinate and serve refreshments as well as two or three for planning and hosting meetings. Donated refreshments are also greatly appreciated. If interested, please call Angie Young at 715-2030 or Sharon Jensen at 323-7522 or sign up at the hospitality center for more information.
MOBILE FOOD PANTRY
Occasionally, we like to have "a little something extra" to give to our Mobile Food Pantry guests, so, during the month of March, we want to collect 4-roll or 6-roll packages of toilet tissue to give out to each household that visits our Mobile Food Pantry in April. In order for each household to receive a package, we'll need 50 packages! Our clients are truly grateful for everything they receive, so thank you, in advance! March’s Mobile Food Pantry will be on Saturday, March 28. DONALD R ZERWEKH - dzerwekh@msn.com
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Dale and Nancy Amend celebrate their 65th Wedding Anniversary on Friday, March 20, 2020.
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MEN’S SPRING BIBLE STUDY: JOB
There is probably no more urgent question that we face than 'how does one handle undeserved suffering?' The most profound Biblical treatment of that question is the Old Testament book of Job. Join us for the study of Job as well as the stories of Ruth and Esther during our Men's Spring Bible Study running Mondays at both 10:00 am and 7:00 pm from Monday, April 6 to Monday, May 11. Sign up in the Hospitality Center or directly with teacher Jack Nuzum at jcnuzum@juno.com or 505-265-5241.
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CORONAVIRUS: WHAT TO KNOW, HOW TO HELP
WEDNESDAY NIGHT LIVE CANCELED
Wednesday Night Live activities will return on April 1.
2020-2021 PRESCHOOL REGISTRATION
Registration is on a first come, first served basis. To ensure a slot for your child, you will need the registration forms filled out, a current shot record and the registration fee of $175 at the time of enrollment. Registration is open!
PRESCHOOL SUMMER CAMPS
SJP will run eight weeks of summer camps throughout June and July. This program is for children ages two through five. Registration packets are available at the preschool office.
1 CHRONICLES: THE EARLY HISTORY OF ISRAEL AND ITS TEMPLE
1 and 2 Chronicles are the history of Israel, as written by someone much more interested in music and singers than in wars and kings. In 1 and 2 Kings, we read about kings who occasionally go to the Temple. In 1 and 2 Chronicles, we read about the Temple and the singers, composers, and instruments heard there, and occasionally a king comes. Join us for a different look at the history of Israel as we study one of the lesser-read books of the Bible. Pick up a study guide in the Welcome Center, or call or write Regina Hunter at 294-2877, drhunter@nmia.com, to join St. John’s largest on-going study. Study tips and scripture readings are emailed on weekdays, but we each read at a time of our own choosing.
EMMAUS WALKS
The Emmaus Walks for 2020 are Men's: April 30-May 3. Women's: Sept. 24-27. The Walk to Emmaus is a Christian Walk in Faith to encourage development of Christian leaders. Please contact Mike or Linn Furnish for more information. 505-884-6626
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Holy Week at St. John's
Questions? Contact Debbie at reception@stjohns-abq.org.
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MID-DAY PRAYER & COMMUNION SERVICE
Wednesday, April 1 at 12:00 pm in the choir room. Join Pastor Pam for a thirty-minute mid-day prayer service in a time of drawing close to God during this Lenten season.
PALM SUNDAY WORSHIP
Join us during our normal worship times on Sunday, April 5 - 8:15 am (communion service), 9:30 am (contemporary service), and 11:00 am (traditional service).
MAUNDY THURSDAY WORSHIP SERVICE
Thursday, April 9 at 7:30 pm in the Sanctuary.
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GOOD FRIDAY - SPIRITUAL DISCOVERY TRIP
Join Pastor Pam for a spiritual journey to the stations of the Cross on Friday, April 10 at the Norbertine Community, 5825 Coors Blvd SW. Please meet at the westside parking lot at 9:30 am or at the Norbertine Community at 10:00 am.
GOOD FRIDAY WORSHIP SERVICE
Evening service at 7:30 pm in the Sanctuary.
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MOUNTAIN CATHEDRALS: Easter Sunrise Hike
Sunday, April 12, 5:45 am. We will meet in the east parking lot to carpool to the trailhead. Those familiar with the area who would like to meet at Canyon Estates Trailhead should plan to arrive there at 6:00 am. The hike is easy to moderate - 1.5 miles round trip and the pace will be leisurely; all ages and fitness levels are welcome. Hiking boots and flashlights or headlamps are encouraged; dress in layers and bring water. We will return to the church between 7:30 and 8:00 am. For more information contact Kelly Giese at kellyg@stjohns-abq.org or Mike Furnish at mdfurnish@comcast.net.
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EASTER WORSHIP SERVICES - SUNDAY, APRIL 12
Traditional Easter Sunday Worship:
8:15 am, 9:30 am, 11:00 am in sanctuary with choir, brass, and organ.
Abide Contemporary Worship:
9:30 am in the Family Life Center.
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EASTER SUNDAY LUNCH
Second Sunday Lunch will fall on Easter this year, so come on April 12 from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm in the Family Life Center for Slow Roasted Turkey with all the Fixin's Feast. No need to drive around town for Easter lunch and break the bank. Chef Tim and his crew will cook lunch for you for just $12 for adults, $6 for 12-17 years old, $2 for 6-11 years old, and free for those under 6. Celebrate the resurrection! No reservation required. Bring your whole family for the best deal in town!
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YOUTH PROGRAMS POSTPONED
Please look for communication from Jarrod and Shea for future updates!
Learn more about our Youth programs
here!
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MARCH SPECIAL OFFERING: THE MILAGRO PROGRAM
The Milagro Program provides comprehensive care for pregnant women and enrolls any pregnant woman with a history of or current substance abuse issues. The team of providers can follow the women and their newborns during inpatient hospital stays, forming a treatment plan based on their specific needs.
In addition to medical services, the Milagro Program provides outpatient counseling and case management support. Through frequent follow up and a team approach to wellness, the medical, nursing, and counseling staff work together to help expecting mothers and their families transition during the prenatal and postpartum period. The Milagro Program works closely with the FOCUS program to ensure that families continue receiving comprehensive treatment services after delivery.
THE STOREHOUSE
To help serve the hungry and vulnerable in our community, we're collecting the following food items during the month of March: protein-rich foods, such as canned tuna, beef, chicken, and ham; peanut butter; protein bars or granola bars; and powdered milk. Please place your donations in the collection bins located in the hospitality centers. Thank you for sharing from your abundance!
WAYS WE CAN SERVE
See what’s happening in March for missions at St. John’s! Come by the Hospitality Center to pick up your copy.
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Prayer & Congregational Care
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THE HOME COMMUNION VOLUNTEERS
We have an exciting new ministry starting up to empower volunteers to serve communion to our homebound members. Please contact Nancy Adams at albqnaba@msn.com if you are interested in this ministry.
COUNSELING SERVICE AVAILABLE
The St. John's staff includes a licensed mental health counselor. If you or someone you know is struggling emotionally with a difficult situation, counseling is available. See https://www.stjohns-abq.org/counseling-at-st-johns or contact Susan Brumbaugh at 505-506-6717 or
counselor@stjohns-abq.org
for more details about session and cost information.
PRAYER QUILT
Gus Lopez (friend of Donna and Bob McKeown) is the recipient of the prayer quilt hanging in the Hospitality Center.
YOU MATTER TO US!
A person may be hospitalized or have another crisis in their life, and St. John’s may not know. Please call 883-9717.
PRAYER SHAWLS
If you know someone in need of comfort, healing, or encouragement, please consider giving them a shawl or lap robe that has been made with prayer. These can be found in the Hospitality Center.
CONGREGATIONAL CARE
If you would like someone to visit, call, or pray for a loved one or for yourself, please write to Jarrod Conyers, Congregational Care Coordinator, at jconyers@stjohns-abq.org or call 883-9717.
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Getting Oriented
ONLINE GIVING
You can give to the church electronically by using a debit or credit card. Click the link below, or visit the Giving Page on the church website and follow the simple instructions found there.
LOST & FOUND
A beautiful children’s quilt was left in the Hospitality Center. If this belongs to your child and you can describe it, please contact the office.
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Contact Us
www.stjohns-abq.org
(505) 883-9717
2626 Arizona St NE | Albuquerque, NM 87110
Office Hours: Monday - Thursday, 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
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Questions? Contact Shea Perry at communicate@stjohns-abq.org
Shea is in the office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays
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