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St. John's Mission Statement
St. John's is a Christian community that intentionally gathers
to experience God's love through Episcopal worship, education,
fellowship, and ministry to the wider community.
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Eighth Sunday After Pentecost
July 23, 2023
Collect For Eighth Sunday after Pentecost
Almighty God, the fountain of all wisdom,
you know our necessities before we ask and our ignorance in asking:
Have compassion on our weakness, and mercifully give us those things
which for our unworthiness we dare not, and for our blindness we cannot ask; through the worthiness of your Son Jesus Christ our Lord,
who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,
one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Readings for Eighth Sunday After Pentecost
Isaiah 44:6-8
Psalm 86:11-17
Romans 8:12-25
Matthew 13:24-30,36-43
Worship Booklet for Eighth Sunday after Pentecost
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Sunday Liturgy Schedule
9:00am with Organ and Choir
Coffee and Fellowship to follow
11:00am with Sunday School and Nursery
All are welcome to attend!
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Altar Flowers for 2023
The altar flowers for Sunday, July 23, 2023
are given to the glory of God.
Our 2023 Altar Flower sign-up is available in the Narthex. If you are not able to sign up in person, please contact the office to see if your desired date is available. If you donate online, please contact Maria with your dedication: maria@saint-johns.org
Suggested donation is $40.00.
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Transportation to Church
Do you need a ride to church on Sundays?
Would you be willing to pick up a parishioner who lives in your proximity?
If "Yes" to either question, please contact the parish office at 619-422-4141 or
info@saint-johns.org.
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Christian Initiation
Do you desire to make a commitment of faith in the Episcopal Church?
You are invited to celebrate the sacraments of Baptism and Confirmation
or the rites of Reception or Reaffirmation of Baptismal Vows
Holy Baptism
Holy Baptism is full initiation into Christ’s Body, the church. Baptism creates a bond which is indissoluble and unrepeatable.
Our church recognizes all baptism performed with water in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.
We do not repeat a baptism that was validly celebrated.
Those who are baptized are thereby admitted to Holy Communion. Baptized infants should receive Holy Communion regularly.
Confirmation, Reception, Reaffirmation of Baptismal Vows
Confirmation is the renewal of baptismal vows for those baptized at an early age who desire to make their first adult affirmation of faith. It is a sacrament of mature adulthood.
Reception is a renewal of baptismal vows for those who have made a mature affirmation of faith in any other Christian church and who now wish to join the Episcopal Church.
Reaffirmation of Baptismal Vows is a renewal of baptismal vows
- for those who were baptized as adults without laying on of hands by a bishop,
- for those who have made a mature affirmation of faith but have returned from a lapse of Christian practice,
- for those concluding a period of personal or pastoral crisis, and
- for those who are experiencing a new call from God to grow in faith or to begin a new ministry
If you have any questions about these sacraments and/or rites or have a desire to deepen you commitment of faith in the Episcopal Church, please contact Rev. Roger Haenke.
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St. John's Prayer Quilt Ministry
St. John's is a member of a national organization called "Prayers and Squares: The Prayer Quilt Ministry".
Starting July 11th through August 29th, we will meet every Tuesday in Nale Hall from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. to sew. Participants will be shown how to make simple quilts for our Prayer Quilt Ministry. Please bring your own sewing machine and brown bag lunch.
If you have any questions, please contact Debbie Lothspeich.
If you would like to request a Prayer Quilt for anyone in need of prayer and support, please contact Diane Gustafson (diangus15@aol.com) or Maria (maria@saint-johns.org).
This important ministry brings comfort and healing to many people who are suffering with illness.
If you were unable to attend the first meetings, you can still attend future meetings. If you don't sew, but would like to be a part of this ministry, there are many other quilt-making steps you can help with.
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OUTREACH AND EVANGELIZATION | |
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Celebrate Pride
Show your care and support:
South Bay Pride Festival - We will have a booth at the festival - All are welcome
Saturday, August 26th starting at 11:00am at the Chula Vista Harbor.
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Outreach Collections
We will continue our ongoing collections for:
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New Blankets - Domestic Violence Shelters (Denise Czer and Linda Dennehy)
- Eyeglasses
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Greeting Cards - ECS HeadStart (Judy McKay)
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Clean, Gently Used Blankets - Dreams for Change
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Emergency Food Pantry - South Bay Community Services (Maria and Joe Love)
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Blessings in a Bag - For our neighbors who live in need. Click here for a list of items you can donate to fill the bags.
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Gently Used Clothing - Men's, women's and children's
Items may be brought to Nale Hall on Sundays when we gather for worship.
You may also bring your items to the church during our weekday office hours,
Monday through Thursday from 9am to 3pm.
If you are not able to bring them, please contact the parish office, and we will pick up the items from your home.
St. John's Outreach Committee meets monthly to discuss our parish Outreach activities.
Please click on the following link for more information on our Outreach collection activities:
Outreach Ministries of St. John's
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Hospitality Hosts Needed!
Please join us for hospitality after the 9:00 am Sunday morning worship service. If you would like to host a Sunday, you may sign up on the poster in Nale Hall or by calling or emailing Maria at 619-422-4141 or maria@saint-johns.org
Current Available Dates:
July 23rd
July 30th
August 6th
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Wednesday Morning Prayer and Bible Study
Join us for Wednesday Morning Prayer and Bible Study
on Wednesdays at 9:30 am as a Zoom meeting.
Please contact Rev. Roger ( revroger@saint-johns.org)
to be included in the Zoom meeting.
The Morning Prayer guide can be found here:
Morning Prayer, July 26th
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Parish Prayer Lists
For our Military
Matt Jensen, Drew Shorkey, Cody Crossland, Cameron Ronie, Chariti Paden, Mark Stanfield, Sean Robinson, Jonathan Martinez, TK Nguyen, Christopher Lindshield, Timothy Lindshield, Jeremy Colton, David Sanchez, Jonathan Baldera, Nick Wyatt, Jamal Warner,
Matt Hernandez, Daniel Getreu, Devon Strunk, Taylor Harrold, Jorge Zuazua, Sebastian Morales, Roberto Chavez, Ryan Lothspeich, Andrew C. Dugger, Dan and Chelsey Nyaradi, Gen. G.J. Heinrich and Pedro Bonilla.
Almighty God, we commend to your gracious care and keeping
all the men and women of our armed forces at home and abroad.
Defend them day by day with your heavenly grace;
strengthen them in their trials and temptations;
give them courage to face the perils which beset them;
and grant them a sense of your abiding presence
wherever they may be; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
For Strength in Time of Need
Steve Magill, Gary and Shirley McCarren, Ann Lindshield, the McClure family, Josey Felts, Barbara Oliveira, Linda Longoria-Neff, Celia Vasquez, Ann and Bill Rogers, Alec Hauer,
Barbara Duncan, Helena Livingston, the Nicita family, David Cowan and Bernie Autenrieth.
O God of heavenly powers,
by the might of your command you drive away from our bodies
all sickness and all infirmity:
Be present in your goodness with your servants,
that their weakness may be banished and their strength restored;
and that, their health being renewed, they may bless your holy Name;
through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Cycle of Prayers for the Church
In the Diocesan Cycle of Prayer, we pray for the clergy and people of All Saints' in San Diego.
In the Anglican Cycle of Prayer, we pray for the Church of the Province of Central Africa.
In the Military Cycle of Prayer, we pray for veterans of the Korean War.
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A Prayer for Peace Among the Nations (BCP 816)
Friday, February 24, 2023 marked the one-year anniversary of the war between the countries of Russia and the Ukraine.
As the conflict and tension continues, let us pray:
Almighty God our heavenly Father, guide the nations of the world
into the way of justice and truth, and establish among them
that peace which is the fruit of righteousness,
that they may become the kingdom of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
Amen.
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We Are Here For You!
If you, a family member, neighbor or a friend are interested in celebrating a significant event in your spiritual life, please know that you are welcome.
We would be honored to be a part of your Baptism, Holy Communion, Quinceañera, Marriage, Renewal of Vows or Anointing of the Sick.
At St. John's, no matter who you are or where you are on your spiritual journey - you are welcome here.
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We Are Available in Your Time of Need
If you have a pastoral emergency when the parish offices are closed,
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ADMINISTRATION AND VESTRY | |
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Vestry Meeting
July 26th at 6:00pm on Zoom
All St. John's parishioners are invited to attend Vestry meetings. Our next Vestry
meeting is on Wednesday, July 26th at 6:00 pm. Please contact Rev. Roger or Maria
in the office and we will send you the Zoom link for the meeting.
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Upcoming Events at St. John's
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July 25th: Prayer Quilt Ministry, 9:30-2:30, Nale Hall
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July 26th: Vestry Meeting, 6:00pm, on Zoom
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July 27th: La Misa in English, celebrating Día de Santiago, 6:00pm
3rd Quarter Calendar of Events
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Parish Office Hours and Contacts
The Parish Office will be open 9:00 am to 3:00 pm, Monday through Thursday.
Please call the parish office if you have any questions or concerns
(619-422-4141) or email info@saint-johns.org.
Rev. Roger will be in the office on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday afternoons; and all day on Wednesday and Friday. He is available by appointment. Please call the office to schedule an appointment.
In case of a pastoral emergency, Rev. Roger may be reached on his cell phone at
619-301-0724.
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Cool Zones
Cool Zones provide people free, safe, and air-conditioned spaces for residents to escape extreme heat. The program, which assists older adults, people with disabilities, and those with health concerns that could be complicated by the effects of extreme heat, runs from June 1 through Oct. 31.
In addition to providing Cool Zone locations, the County, working with San Diego Gas & Electric, will provide free electric fans to older or disabled San Diegans living on limited incomes. To be eligible for the fan program, county residents must be 60 years old or older, or disabled, living on limited income, must not have access to an air-conditioned space at their home or apartment building and unable to travel to a Cool Zone site.
To learn more about the Cool Zone fan program or to request a fan, call 2-1-1 or visit www.coolzones.org to complete a fan eligibility survey.
South Bay Cool Zones:
Chula Vista Public Library/Civic Center: 365 F Street, Chula Vista
Chula Vista Public Library/Otay Ranch: 2015 Birch Road, Chula Vista
Chula Vista Public Library/South Branch: 389 Orange Ave., Chula Vista
County of San Diego Library/Bonita-Sunnyside Branch: 4325 Bonita Road,
County of San Diego Library/Lincoln Acres Branch: 2725 Granger Ave., National City
Norman Park Senior Center: 270 F Street, Chula Vista
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PRIDE Parade Photos
Enjoy and share these amazing photos of EDSD at the San Diego Pride Parade by Diocesan Photographer Susan Forsburg.
Click here for photos.
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Military Ministry Symposium
Saturday, July 29th, 11:00am - 3:00pm
Join Military Missioner Captain Tierian (Randy) Cash, CHC, USN, Retired for a Military Mission Symposium on Saturday, 29 July 2023. Explore ways to reach out to active military members, veterans, retired, and their families.
Click here for more information and to register
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Creation Care Round Table
Join the EDSD Creation Care Community to learn more about local advocacy, network, and share ideas for the upcoming Season of Creation on August 8 or August 10 at 6:30pm on Zoom.
Click here to register
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Godly Play Training
The Episcopal Diocese of San Diego is pleased to offer a Godly Play Core Training Retreat on August 11-13, 2023. Summer is the perfect time to plan and prepare to welcome families in the Fall.
Click here for more information and to register
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Faith to Go Podcast
Charlette and David to talk gardening, ferns, and intoxicating weeds in this gospel discussion from Matthew. Learn more about Staghorn Ferns right here. Listen Here
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EDSD's 50th Annual Diocesan Convention
Diocesan Convention will be held in person November 10-11
at St. Paul's Cathedral in San Diego. Below you will find a rough schedule. These times are subject to change.
Friday, November 10
Check-in 1:00-2:00 pm
Convention Business 2:00-5:00 pm
Dinner and Keynote 5:00-8:00 pm
Saturday, November 11
Check-in 7:00-8:30 am
Convention Business 8:30-4:00 pm with breaks
Nominations for Elected Positions are now open
Nominations for Servant Ministry Awards are open
Canonical Changes are due August 9
Resolutions to Convention are due October 10
Information about registration, schedule, and more will be provided soon. Learn More
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Gifts to ERD Support those in Crisis
Episcopal Relief and Development helps people facing hardships all over the world. Consider making a donation to ERD to support families devastated by war in Ukraine, earthquakes in Turkey and Syria, or those affected by climate change. Give
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