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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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Pentecost Sunday
May 28, 2023
On Pentecost Sunday, May 28th, we will have one service at 9:00am. You are invited to wear red or ethnic clothing.
Would you be willing to participate in the first reading - simultaneously speaking in the language of your choice? Please contact the office for more information.
Pentecost Potluck
Following the service, we will have a parish Potluck. Please bring food representing your ethnic background. There will be a sign-up sheet in the narthex for you to indicate what dish you will bring.
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Ascension Sunday
Sunday, May 21, 2023
9:00am and 11:00am
Collect For Ascension Sunday
Almighty God, whose blessed Son our Savior Jesus Christ ascended
far above all heavens that he might fill all things: Mercifully give us faith
to perceive that, according to his promise, he abides with his Church on earth, even to the end of the ages; through Jesus Christ our Lord,
who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,
one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.
Readings for Ascension Sunday
Acts 1:1-11
Psalm 47
Ephesians 1:15-23
Luke 24:44-53
Worship Booklet for Ascension Sunday
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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
Pot Luck Brunch following the service (please bring a dish to share).
All are welcome to attend!
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Altar Flowers for 2023
The altar flowers for May 21, 2023 are given by Barbara Duncan
in memory of Darlene Stanard.
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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Acolytes Needed
If you are interested in serving St. John's as an acolyte at the 9:00am and/or the 11:00am services, please contact the office.
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Thank You, St. John's
I hope this message finds you well! I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt thanks for your support in putting together a fantastic silent auction package for our upcoming gala. Your generosity and dedication to our cause are truly appreciated. As we prepare for the event, I am thrilled to highlight the special relationship between ECS and St. John's. We couldn't have achieved this without your unwavering support, and we are grateful to have such an amazing partner like you.
Angel Ibarra
Associate Director of Strategic Partnerships and Government Affairs
Episcopal Community Services
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Easter Outreach: Blessings in a Bag
St. John’s will continue collecting and packing 1 gallon zip top bags with items that are helpful for our neighbors living outside. A few bags can be kept in your car to hand out when you come across a homeless person in need. We will also provide a prayer card from the church, so they know we care!
Please bring any of the following items to the box in Nale Hall:
- Small bottle of water or Powerade type drink
- Men’s socks (1 or 2 pair)
- Bar of soap in a plastic bag
- Toothbrush
- Small Toothpaste
- Floss picks (2 or 3)
- Body lotion
- Chapstick
- Individual packages hand wash wipes or small bottle of sanitizer
- Small can Pringles
- Small packages crackers (4 to 6 per package)
- Small cans Vienna sausages (protein)
- Small forks to eat the protein
- Granola bar or Powerbar
- Raisins
- Individually wrapped small hard candies (2 to 4)
- Disposable face mask
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Sow and Grow
Creation Care Project with ECS Head Start
Please bring packets of seeds to church and place them in the basket in the Narthex: flowers, pumpkins, squash, zucchini, onions, carrots
We will help the preschool children plant seeds in clear plastic cups, and after the seeds sprout, the seedlings will be planted in the garden beds at the school. The children will pick flowers and vegetables to take home and enjoy with their families.
If you are interested in participating in this fun, interactive project, please contact Maria or Alice Burnham.
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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 are living outside. 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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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, May 17th
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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, and Gen. G.J. Heinrich.
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, Matthew Dotter, Kurth Barnes, Alec Hauer and Cynthia Watten.
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 St. Matthew's in National City.
In the Anglican Cycle of Prayer, we pray for the Church of the Province of the West Indies.
In the Military Cycle of Prayer, on Armed Forces Day, May 20th, we honor and pray for those currently serving in the United States Armed Forces.
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A Prayer for Peace Among the Nations (BCP 816)
Friday, February 24th, was the one-year anniversary of the war between the countries of Russia and the Ukraine.
Let us pray in this time of conflict:
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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Italian Dinner
June 17th
We will have opportunity drawings at the Italian Dinner on June 17th and are looking for donations. Once again we are trying to de-emphasize "stuff" like knick-knacks. So far we have a box of Belgian chocolates from Bill and Diane's recent cruise and a tea towel for King Charles III's coronation bought at Fortnum & Mason in London.
There will be a July Fourth basket, and we could use paper products like napkins and paper plates, barbecue sauce, etc. Another basket will feature food from New Orleans. Some other ideas are wine, books for a bundle, jewelry, and gift cards. And things having belonged to a loved one no longer with us are always popular.
Questions? Call Diane 619-253-7298 or email diangus15@aol.com.
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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:
June 4th
June 11th
June 18th
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Revised Centennial Cookbook
If you purchased one or more copies of last year’s Centennial Cookbook, you may get free copies of the revision. If you did not purchase at the time but want to do so now OR if you had received a free copy last year, the revised edition can be yours for $15.
A number of recipes have been added that were not in the first edition.
Diane Gustafson will be distributing the copies between services on Sunday, May 21.
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Vestry Meeting
May 24th at 6:00pm on Zoom
All St. John's parishioners are invited to attend Vestry meetings. Our next Vestry
meeting is on Wednesday, May 24th 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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May 24: Vestry Meeting at 6:00pm on Zoom
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May 28: Pentecost Sunday, combined service at 9:00am, followed by parish potluck
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May 29: Office Closed for Memorial Day Holiday
2nd Quarter Calendar Events 2023
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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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St Mark's Church 2023 Guest Artist Concert
Violinist Emil Luxemburg
Wednesday May 24th 2023, 1:00pm
St. Mark’s Lutheran Church
580 Hilltop Dr. Chula Vista, CA 91910
Join St. Mark's Lutheran Church for an unforgettable afternoon of music with world-renowned violinist Emil Luxemburg on May 24th at 1:00pm. This concert is free and open to the community - please invite friends and neighbors.
Emil's exceptional talent spans across different genres and styles from classical to pop, R&B, jazz, and folk music. A highly versatile performer, he captivates audiences with his unique style and improvisation.
A free will offering will be taken to support the church's concert series. Don't miss out on this chance to experience Emil's mesmerizing performance and support a great cause. Emil has performed in San Diego, across the US, and around the world, as a soloist and in live performances on CBS, KPBS, and Lambs Players Theatre.
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Care for Your Immigrant and Refugee Neighbors in June
With the ending of Title 42, the need for migrants, asylum seekers and refugees continue to increase in our region. June is our Immigrant and Refugee Month of Service! Please visit our Migration Ministries page to learn about important terms and ongoing needs. You are also invited to register for one of two migrant serving and learning opportunities in Tijuana. Limited spots are available for a half-day program on June 4 and a full-day experience on June 25. Register Here
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Celebrating Our Churches and All of God's Creation
By: Chris Tumilty, Director of Communications
and Deann Rios, Community Engagement Missioner
Throughout the months of April and May, churches throughout the Episcopal Diocese of San Diego took part in the 2023 Year of Service by hosting or joining in creation care projects–many in partnership with community organizations.
During the Creation Care Month of Service, churches throughout the Episcopal Diocese of San Diego engaged in numerous projects and engaged with various community partners. It is so impressive! These projects and events allowed church members to connect with and support local community organizations, serve together and meet new neighbors. They provided opportunities to get out into and enjoy nature; learn about animals, plants, and conservation efforts; and build memories while working together. Read More
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Faith to Go Podcast
Rachel Ambasing, the Multicultural Missioner for the Episcopal Diocese of San Diego, joins Charlette and David this week to talk about opening our minds, ascending with Jesus, and how the Holy Spirit empowers us for great things where we are. Listen Here
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Cursillo Grand Ultreya
Saturday, May 20th
6:00pm Potluck
7:00pm Ultreya
St. Philip the Apostle
2660 Hardy Drive, Lemon Grove, CA
Come...Meet and welcome our newest Cursillistas!
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Bishop's Appeal
Your generosity and financial partnership with EDSD are how we can do our work. This Easter season, join us by supporting the Bishop’s Appeal and support our efforts to bring the message of Christ’s good news to our communities. Visit EDSD.org/GIVE or text “GIVE” to 833-256-6475 today.
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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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