January 28, 2022
Join Us for Tai Chi on Thursdays

We hope everyone has recovered from the holiday season. Now is a great time to join the Tai Chi class. It's in the Family Life Center so you don't have to worry about the weather. This class meets every Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.  Tai Chi does not require a particular level of physical fitness or coordination. All age groups are welcome.  Tai Chi may be done standing or seated. No special clothing or equipment is required. Currently, a mask must be worn while in the church facility. There is plenty of room to meet the distancing requirement in the Family Life center.  Looking forward to seeing you soon. Contact kathleen_sta@yahoo.com or 505-220-4814 if you have any questions.
United Methodist Women Meet February 3

"Racial Justice" is the topic of our February 3 meeting of United Methodist Women. We'll meet by Zoom at 1:30 p.m., and our speaker will be Cheryll Felder, our Conference UMW President. Cheryl is an educator in the El Paso area, and also speaks frequently on the topic of racial justice. Join us as we learn to "live into" our United Methodist Charter of Racial Justice. Men are always welcome to attend, and we love having visitors. If you aren't a member of a UMW circle, and would like to receive the Zoom invitation, please contact Regina Hampton at hamptonmason1@msn.com. Join us, please!
New Study on Surprised by Hope: Rethinking Heaven, the Resurrection, and the Mission of the Church Starts February 6

Top-selling author and Anglican bishop, N.T. Wright tackles the biblical question of what happens after we die and shows how most Christians get it wrong. We do not “go to” heaven; we are resurrected and heaven comes down to earth--a difference that makes all of the difference to how we live on earth. 
 
You are invited to join the Christian Classics Sunday School Class in this study by Zoom on Sunday afternoons at 3:30 p.m. The study starts on Sunday, February 6. Contact Jack and Carol Nuzum at jcnuzum@juno.com or 505-265-5241 for more information.
Jolly Elders Meet February 9

Our next meeting of Jolly Elders will be on Wednesday, February 9, beginning at 11 a.m., in Room 245.  Adults of all ages are cordially invited to come to our next meeting of Jolly Elders, where we will have Bob Brown from the Unser Racing Museum speak to us about what is currently on exhibit at the museum. Due to the current pandemic conditions, the museum is temporarily closed to the public. He will also talk about the auto racing legacy of the Unser family. 

The meeting will end by noon to allow everyone to depart church for lunch elsewhere. Wearing facemasks are required at the meeting. Due to new church security regulations for this weekday mid-day meeting, everyone must park their vehicles and enter St. John's United Methodist Church on the west side (the 2626 Arizona Street NE side) of the church. 
Women's Bible Study on Determined, Living Like Jesus in Every Moment Begins February 9

Our next Women’s Bible Study will be on the book Determined, living like Jesus in every moment by Heather M. Dixon.

  • February 9 – March 23 (7 weeks)
  • Class meets IN-PERSON on Wednesday mornings from 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
  • Facilitator: Dara Bell
  • Cost: purchase study guide
  • Register by emailing donnabruce@comcast.net

Imagine waking up every single day convinced that the twenty-four hours ahead of you are a precious gift to be used wisely. Now imagine that you know exactly how to spend them to be a force for God’s good. How, then, do we walk out unwavering joy-filled faith every day, determined to let go of the things that keep us from experiencing abundant life and fulfilling the plans God has for us? The answers are found in following the footsteps of the One who lived fully, because He was determined that we might do the same.
A Gift From Silver Horizons for Zuni Students
Silver Horizons shared this generous donation with St. John's UMC to go in our Zuni weekend food bags as a way of thanking us for our donations and support of Silver Horizons. What a beautiful way to keep the blessings going! 
Note From the Church Treasurer

Financial statements for the year 2021 were mailed on Monday, January 24. Please take the time to look over the statement. If you have questions, please call the treasurer Doris Bowen at 505-410-7213 or email treasurer@stjohns-abq.org.
2022 Budget Approved

The Finance Committee approved a budget for 2022 at their last meeting on January 18. Church Council approved that budget on January 20, 2022. If you have any questions, please be sure to call our Executive Director Janice McCrary at the church office. To see the budget, click here.
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St. John's United Methodist Churc
2626 Arizona Street NE | Albuquerque, New Mexico 87110
Office Hours (call only): Monday - Thursday, 9a.m. - 4 p.m.
Friday, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.