Loving God, Loving People, Changing Lives
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Weekly Disciple
September 27, 2019
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Worship with us this Sunday!
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Our current sermon series: “Deep Calls to Deep” focuses on God’s call to us. What has God called you to do/be?
The cards can also be found in the Hospitality Center. Fill one out, snap a selfie, post it, tagging St. Johns UMC, or email it to Shea at communicate@stjohns-abq.org!
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October 2
SONRISE YOUTH CHOIR - NEW REHEARSAL TIME 4:30 - 5:30 pm
Hey there all middle and high schoolers! Come sing with us in the Sonrise Youth Choir! We rehearse on WEDNESDAYS FROM 4:30 - 5:30 pm (as part of WNL), and we sing at the 8:15 am service on Sunday morning. For more information, email Shea at sonrisechoir@gmail.com! Find us on Instagram here: @sonrisechoir
4:45 - 6:00 pm
You are invited to join us starting at 4:45 pm on Wednesday evenings for an ever-changing menu featuring great food. Cost scale based on age.
6:00 - 7:00 pm
Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2019:
DEEP DIVES into GENESIS: Adam and Eve, Part 2
Genesis, Chapter 3: Let’s unpack why a talking snake? Why was Eve tempted first? What does it mean that their ‘eyes were opened’? That they were ‘naked’? What does the blame game reveal about our fallen state? Adam and Eve are us!
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Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2019:
Contradance with Kelly
Wondering what Contra Dance is all about?
Here
is a video from FolkMADS a contra dance group in New Mexico. Come join us at St John's UMC on Wednesday OCTOBER 9TH 5-7 pm as we learn more about Contra Dancing and share in great fellowship and food. Our host is Peter Esherick and his band along with caller Marj Mullany. Bring a friend!
WNL Classes on “The UMC and Human Sexuality” have generated much interest in “continuing the discussion”. Please stay tuned to hear more about new classes in October that will replace what had previously been offered. We will continue classes at WNL on this topic!
Many thanks to everyone who has taken part in the classes, especially to Rev. Dr. Carl Schenck for his thoughtful leadership in our first three classes. And to Marlene Bryan for audio taping the classes. We will continue to provide audio recording of our discussions.
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6:00 - 7:00 pm
Students and families, we will be launching our study of the Gospel of Mark as part of WNL in Room 260. Bring your friends, parents, grandparents, it is an inter-generational class.
MOVE FOR STILLNESS YOGA
6:00 - 7:00 pm
Take a deep breath and enjoy a space of movement and stillness with yoga instructor Alli Newsom. Suggested $5 donation goes toward disaster relief efforts.
5:15 - 7:00 pm
NewSound Children’s Choir takes place in room 231 from 5:15 - 6:00 pm. Kids’ Bible Club occurs from 6:00 - 7:00 pm. We will learn about our Bible heroes! Contact Therese at tmacali@stjohns-abq.org.
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Happenings
NEW TABLE TALKS GROUPS FOR OCTOBER
“Table Talks” continue to happen at St John’s. Many Table Talks Groups have agreed to continue to meet! We are starting 3 new “Table Talks Groups” for the month of October. Please feel free to contact Kelly Giese, Assoc. Pastor to find out more or sign-up at the Hospitality Center THIS SUNDAY September 29th for one of our NEW groups. Contact Rev. Kelly Giese, at kellyg@stjohns-abq.com
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UNITED METHODIST WOMEN - Thursday, October 3 at 9:30 am
This is our year to celebrate "150 Years of Mission Service", so let's do it together at our meeting on Thursday, Oct. 3 at 9:30 a.m. in Room 241 (please note the earlier start time). Our talented historian, Norma Argo, will present a special history and heritage lesson filled with fascinating tidbits from our past. We'll learn about some of the dedicated women who answered the call of God and paved the way of the future for us. These stories will help reaffirm our purpose of turning faith, hope, and love into action. Our meetings are open to all ladies (and any interested men), and we're always delighted to welcome guests. So please join us for fun, fellowship and inspiration!
CHURCH WOMEN UNITED
Church Women United, an ecumenical Christian women’s group, will meet on October 4th for their Annual Retreat at Community of Christ Church, 4701 Juan Tabo NE. Coffee Fellowship will begin at 9:00 am. The retreat leader will be Leslie Bledsoe from the United Methodist Church, a licensed social worker. Leslie’s theme will be “Born to Be Useful—Not Useless.” Because of a medical condition, Leslie is totally blind, but continues her ministry to wherever it is needed. She will demonstrate some of the technology and techniques she uses to keep her going! Please join us! Questions? Contact Amy Costales at 867-4207.
CHARGE CONFERENCE
This year’s 2019 Charge Conference will be held on Tuesday, October 8 at 6:00 pm in the Family Life Center. Please make plans to join us on this night.
ASBURY CAFE INFO
Many have asked how well the Asbury Pie Café did during the State Fair. Everyone will be pleased to know that we made over $60,000 dollars this year. This means that, after expenses, $48,500 will be donated to these 11 charities: Storehouse, Meals on Wheels, FUMC Grace Meals, The Rock at Noon Day, South ABQ Coop., Good Shepherd, Family Promise, East Mnt Food Pantry, AUMC Breaking Bread, Silver Horizons, and Rio Grande Food Project. A huge thanks to all involved!!!
JOLLY ELDERS
Wondering what all those letters mean behind your health care provider’s name? Dr. Christine Cogil, Nurse Practitioner Coordinator at the UNM College of Nursing, will speak to Jolly Elders on Wednesday, October 9, concerning those letters and the function of nurse practitioners in our future health care. Bring your shared dish, your own table service, and a smile, and join us at noon in Room 245. Adults of all ages are welcome!
SUNDAY ATTENDANCE SHEETS
To ensure that your attendance has been recorded for Sunday services, it would be much appreciated to please write your first and last name legibly along with a contact phone number and/or email address so that we can contact you if the need arises. If you are a visitor, please complete the Attendance Sheet so that we can mail you a Welcome Letter. Thank you!
FAMILY PROMISE: EVENING OF PROMISE AT
THE FARM
Thursday, October 17, with food by Nomad BBQ. Tickets: $50.00. Drawing tickets for 2 round trip Southwest Airlines tickets: $5.00 each or 5 for $20.00. Please see Jenn Shields or Linn Furnish for more information.
WHAT MUST I DO TO BE SAVED?
Does salvation just mean “going to heaven,” or does it have something to do with the daily blessings we receive from God in this life? God’s plan for salvation is concerned with our physical life and abundant life, as well as eternal life. St. John’s email Bible study of salvation continues with Point 3: God’s Plan for Your Salvation is Broader than You Think. Pick up a study guide in the Welcome Center, or contact Regina Hunter, 294-2877 or
drhunter@nmia.com
, for daily study tips and scripture readings by email.
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BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS SERVICE - Sunday, October 13 from 6:00 - 7:00 pm
Come join us Sunday evening, October 13th 6-7 pm for St John’s Blessing of the Animals. All God’s creatures are welcome! Chef Tim will have treats for us all and we will celebrate our relation to all creatures, as we worship with all creatures great and small, and witness to God’s goodness in creation.
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OPPORTUNITY TO SUPPORT OUR PRE-SCHOOL & TEACHERS
In October we will have a wonderful opportunity to help the teachers of St. John’s Pre-School. Each teacher has created a big-item wishlist for their classroom. In order to fulfill this wishlist, Mister Carwash passes will be sold for $15 each before and after all three services on October 6 & 13 and during the second Sunday lunch in October. There will be a table set up outside the entrance to the church for the 8:15 and 11:00 am services and inside the FLC before and after the 9:30 am service. PASSES will also be available between 9:00 am and 2:00 pm in the church office during the month of October. Please see our receptionist, Debbie Brown.
Base Full Serve Car Wash Package:
Complete clean inside and out! This package includes our base exterior wash, as well as interior cleaning, vacuuming, window cleaning, and a light dusting of the dash. This wash is available at our Full Serve Mister Car Wash Locations.
Donations are always welcome!
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ROUND TABLE LEADER MEET TODAY
Today is the 5th Sunday of the month & we will have our Round Table Students Leaders meet at 9:30 am up in Room 258. Same next week.
YOUTH SONSHINE CAFE HELP
OCTOBER is the Youth Ministry’s time to serve in the Sonshine Café each Sunday for each shift. We need help to fill each. Sign up at this link: http://bit.ly/umyfsolidground
FALL RETREAT DEADLINE NEXT WEEK
We have an action-packed spirit-led District Fall retreat coming up Nov 1-3, but we need to know you are coming. Check your mail, church website, or youth info depot to get your registration form. Scholarships available in any amount.
SONRISE CHOIR
Hey there! Come sing with us in the Sonrise Youth Choir! Find us on Instagram here: instagram.com/sonrisechoir.
Learn more about our Youth programs
here!
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Stephen Ministry to begin at St. John’s UMC
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A few months ago our administrative council voted to become a Stephen Ministry congregation. They determined there was a need for ongoing Christian care that our pastor and staff could not continue to do alone. This ministry is needed because we all go through tough times in life, times that are turbulent and unsettling. In the midst of these challenging seasons, it can be extremely helpful to have someone come alongside us to give understanding and encouragement – to provide stability, hope, and Biblical principles to help us through the storm.
Through Stephen Ministry, a team of St. John’s church members will begin training to become our Stephen Ministers. This training will consist of 50 hours in Christian caregiving skills, covering topics such as active listening, distinctively Christian care, feelings, confidentiality, and crisis theory, as well as ministering to people in specific situations such as divorce, grief, and hospitalization. Even after they begin providing care, Stephen Ministers will continue to meet with their Stephen Leaders for continuing education and supervision as they strive to offer the highest-quality Christian caregiving.
A major emphasis of Stephen Minister training and supervision is on confidentiality. Stephen Ministry is a very confidential ministry; those receiving care can be sure that their identity and what goes on in the caring relationship will remain private.
We expect our Stephen Ministry to be a source of warmth, care, and blessing for many years to come, enabling the entire congregation to grow as a nurturing community where people are cherished and cared for and their needs taken seriously, all in the name of Jesus Christ.
If you are interested in becoming a Stephen Minister please join us for an Introductory Meeting on October 20 at 1:00 p.m. or October 24 at 5:30 p.m. in room 149/151. To learn more or get more information, contact Gina Rivera at
rivera.vg@gmail.com
; Pam Rowley at prowley@stjohns-abq.org or Doug Rowley at rdrowleymd@yahoo.com.
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Friday, September 27th
Prayers for God to guide and bless our praise team.
Saturday, September 28th
Prayers for God to guide and bless our Sonrise youth choir.
Sunday, September 29th
Prayers for God to guide and bless our New Sound children's choir.
Monday, September 30th
Prayers for God to guide and bless our Jazz Vespers musicians.
Tuesday, October 1st
Prayers for God to guide and bless all of our accompanists and directors.
Wednesday, October 2nd
Thank you God for all of the outreach through the music department.
Thursday, October 3rd
Thank you God for our ensembles-in-residence who bless us with music.
Friday, October 4th
Thank you God for the leadership and volunteers in our children's area.
-- Karen Tidler
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Contact Linn Furnish at 884-6626!
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Check out our "Communitas" video from our last sermon series!
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Weekly Activities
CHILDREN’S SUNDAY SCHOOL/NURSERY
A Sunday nursery is available for young children in Room 138. See “This Week at St. John’s” for children’s Sunday School class locations.
FAMILY SPIRIT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS - Sundays at 9:30 am
The Family Spirit Class meets on the second floor in the education wing across from the youth room. This Sunday, August 4, we will start the first session of our new study by John Ortberg, Like You More if You Were More Like Me. The book is available from Cokesbury or at Amazon. Discussion questions will be provided weekly as well as a video clip for class discussion. Everyone is welcome. Please contact Doug Sweet if you have questions at 554-6047.
TAI CHI - Thursdays at 10:30 am in the Family Life Center
It’s a great time to join the Tai Chi class. Tai Chi does not require physical fitness or coordination and may be done standing or seated with some modification. All age groups are welcome. No special clothing or equipment is required. Contact kathleen_sta@yahoo.com or 220-4814.
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Mission & Outreach
FAMILY PROMISE
Our next Family Promise hosting is October 13 through the 20. We are starting signups early, due to the busyness of State Fair and Balloon Fiesta! Please signup in the Welcome Center or FLC. Contact Linn Furnish at 884-6626 for more information. Thank you.
SAFE SANCTUARY TRAINING
Do you need to update your training for volunteering with children and special needs adults? Please attend training on Sunday, September 29 at 1:00 pm in RM 250 (movie room). Every two years, volunteers need to update their Safe Sanctuary Training. For more information about Family Promise please contact Linn Furnish at 505- 884-6626 or swimsew@comcast.net or Jenn Shields at 505-450-9978 or jennshields200@yahoo.com.
SEPTEMBER SPECIAL OFFERING: Sacramento Methodist Camp
Nestled in the Sacramento Mountains thirty miles from Cloudcroft and surrounded by the Lincoln National Forest, Sacramento Camp and Conference Center has been a place to unplug from life’s hectic pace and reconnect with God since 1931. St. John’s Youth regularly find God in camping experiences at Sacramento, and our United Methodist Women recently returned from a retreat there.
THE STOREHOUSE
With cooling temperatures on the horizon, let's think soups and comfort food when we shop for The Storehouse during the month of September. Here's a few ideas: hearty soups with chunks of meat and/or vegetables; all varieties of chili; canned pastas containing meat; boxed mac-and-cheese; any shelf-stable packaged meal kits; powdered milk; and of course, peanut butter. Take your pick or donate an assortment! Also, it's the season for caseload sales at the supermarkets, so watch for those special bargains! Please place your donations in the wire bins located in the Hospitality Centers. As always, we truly appreciate your continued generosity!
WAYS WE CAN SERVE
See what’s happening in September for missions at St. John’s! Come by the Hospitality Center to pick up your copy, or click
here
to download!
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Prayer & Congregational Care
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
Rev. Harry and Tammy Riser (friends of Dara Bell) are the recipients 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 Claudia Giese, Congregational Care Coordinator, at cgiese@stjohns-abq.org or call 883-9717 ext. 128.
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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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