THE HOME COMMUNION VOLUNTEERS MEET THIS SUNDAY!
We have an exciting new ministry starting up to empower volunteers to serve communion to our homebound members. Join us for a brief training on Sunday, February 23 from 12:15-1:00 pm in room 260 just ahead of the Safe Sanctuaries training at 1:00. Please contact Nancy Adams if you are interested but cannot attend: albqnaba@msn.com.
ROOF REPAIR UPDATE
Replacement of the roof over the kitchen and the FLC will start Monday with demolition of the SW corner of section 4A, this will require removal of all the HVAC equipment in that area. The roof replacement will continue with the rest of 4A and then 4B. The Fish Fry operation will not be affected significantly. Starting Monday and continuing for about 2 weeks there will be periods of some noise and increased dust during daylight working hours Monday – Saturday. Based on our experience with the Education Wing it is not felt that this will halt use of the FLC. However, throughout the period there will be periods of reduced or no heat in the FLC. Again, it is felt that this should not appreciably affect FLC use. The Trustees want to thank our Contractors Rhino Roofing and Four Winds Mechanical for their efforts in getting the first half of the education wing completed and their careful coordination with the Pre School to keep them operating safely. Again please forward all issues or compliments to the Trustees, Jim Hickman and let the Contractors proceed with all deliberate speed.
OMELETTE SUNDAY - This Sunday
Omelette Bar will happen this Sunday!—Though possibly in a different part of the church due to the uncertainties of the roof construction. However, signs on Sunday will lead you to the Omelet Bar location if the sound of sizzling bacon or the smell of fresh cooked eggs doesn’t lead you there first! 8:00 am to 12:30 pm - only $5.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY
The Trustees are seeking trained law enforcement people, active or retired, to advise us on updating the St. John’s security. We are developing security plans and would welcome knowledgeable input. If interested please contact Jim Hickman at (505)400-6568.
THE BELLS OF ST. JOHN’S
The bell choir is looking for two ringers to join our group. We meet on Tuesday evenings at 6:30 pm. Experienced ringers are welcome or anyone who reads music and is interested in learning to play bells. We are a fun small group of the St. John's music ministry. Please contact Larry Luna at 872-0193 or luneyman@gmail.com.
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 for members of St. John’s UMC & Currently Enrolled Families begins Monday, February 24th at 8:30 am in the Son Shine Café. General Registration begins March 2, 2020.
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 will be available at the preschool office on March 2, 2020.
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.
THE ST. JOHN’S FOUNDATION
How is tax preparation going? Are you wondering if your money is working hard enough for you? Would you like to keep more of it in your pocket? If so, Keep reading.
The St John’s Foundation provides a way you can invest not only in your future, but also in the future of our church. The Foundation offers investment vehicles such as CD’s, money markets, or loans. Also, tax advantaged opportunities such as gift annuities, charitable remainder trusts, gifts of appreciated assets, or even old insurance policies are available. These investment vehicles can become a win/win for both you and our church.
If you have read this far, and want to know more, pick up a brochure at the Hospitality Center or contact our Executive Director for more information.
PROPOSED SPLIT OF UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
"A diverse, 16-member group of United Methodist bishops and other leaders has offered a proposal that would preserve The United Methodist Church while allowing traditionalist-minded congregations to form a new denomination. The separating group would get $25 million in United Methodist funds and would keep its local church properties.
Details are in a nine-page “Protocol of Reconciliation & Grace Through Separation,” released Jan. 3 along with an FAQ and press release."
If you wish to learn more about this proposition, follow the links below:
MOUNTAIN CATHEDRALS - Saturday, February 29
Mountain Cathedrals will be hiking in the Sandia on “Tree Springs Trail” please plan to meet at east parking lot of St John’s by 9:00 am. We will be snow shoeing weather permitting. Snow shoe rentals are available through REI. REI’s number 247-1191, please contact them for details. Questions? Contact Kelly at kellyg@stjohns-abq.org or Mike Furnish at mdfurnish@comcast.net
SWEET JAZZ BENEFIT CONCERT
The 14th Annual Sweet Jazz Benefit Concert for Family Promise is Sunday March 1 at 4:00 pm. Come experience relaxing live Jazz music, sweet treats, door prizes, and a silent auction. Tickets are $20. See Linn Furnish or Jenn Shields for more information and tickets.
UMW - MILAGRO PROGRAM
On Thursday, March 5, we’ll welcome Jean Cox, of UNM Maternity and Family Planning Milagro Clinic, as our featured speaker for our UMW meeting. Jean will describe the variety of ways in which the Milagro Clinic cares for pregnant women with substance abuse and addiction issues, focusing on prenatal care, counseling, and case management support before and after the baby is born. Please join us for this special program at 10:00 am at the church. Everyone is welcome! (Please note: signs will be posted around the church to advise you of our meeting room on the first floor.)
CHURCH WOMEN UNITED
Church Women United, an ecumenical gathering of Christian women, will meet for World Day of Prayer on Friday, March 6 at St.Timothy Lutheran Church, 211 Jefferson NE. The theme of the service is “RISE! Take Your Mat and Walk” and is written by the women of Zimbabwe. Coffee fellowship will begin at 9:30 am with the service beginning at 10:00 am. Please join us and bring a friend! For more information or questions, call Sharon Hamilton at 620-0223.
ORIENTATION CLASS: LEARNING ABOUT ST. JOHN’S
“What is special about being a Methodist?” “What is going on at St. John’s?” “Where do I fit in?”
These are key questions that newcomers ask about our church and we are having a class to discuss the answers. Visitors and new members are the primary focus for the class, but those who have been around awhile may want to reorient and re-energize themselves by entering the discussion. It's a great place to get to know others at St. John's as well.
The class will take place on four Sundays right after the last service, and lunch will be provided. The first class will start Sunday, March 8, 2020, and we’ll end on Sunday, March 29. We will meet in Rooms 149 from 12:15-1:30 pm, eat lunch together, and discuss the topics (our faith, Methodism, St. John’s, my place.) To register for the class, sign up in the Hospitality Center/FLC Table or contact Jack and Carol Nuzum at 265-5241 or jcnuzum@juno.com.
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
