The Gift of the Nutcracker Advent Series
Pastor Randall has announced that during Advent his sermons will center around the book, The Gift of the Nutcracker, by Matt Rawle. Several Sunday School classes and small groups will be studying and discussing this book during Advent to go along with the sermon series. The only one that requires a registration is the Women's Tuesday Class using Zoom (see information below); any of the other classes, you can just show up at the time and room designated.
If you are interested in your small group studying this book together or would rather study the book on your own, that's great! Books are available at the Hospitality Center in the Narthex for $8 each.
Groups who are studying the book, The Gift of the Nutcracker, during Advent and the sermon series are:
New Spirit Sunday School Class, Room 151, 9:30 a.m.; starts November 14, currently meeting in person and by Zoom. To join by Zoom, contact Regina Hunter at drhunter@nmia.com. For additional info, contact Sara Perovich at 505-345-5444.
Revelation of God, Room 231. 9:30 a.m., starts November 28, in-person. Class Contact: Brenda Rogers at 505-293-7948.
Sundays, 10:45 a.m., in-person, Room 151, starts November 28. Class Contact: Gina Rivera at rivera.vg@gmail.com.
Women's Tuesday Class, 9:30 a.m., starts November 30, via Zoom, facilitator: Barbara Stanfield. To register contact Donna Bruce@donnabruce@comcast.net.
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Thank You to Everyone Who Participated in Last Saturday's Work Day!
The work day last Saturday was a success! All the trees on the east side were pruned, leaves raked, weeds pulled, sidewalks/gutters swept, and trees/bushes watered. We had a crew of 12, with 4 pickups making 7 trips to the dump. In addition, Paul Chandler did prep tree trimming (4 hours each day) on Thursday with Mike Furnish and on Friday with Linn Reece. It was a lot of work and a glorious day!
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Nursery Moving to Room 138
Our Nursery, which is available for children 2 and under for our 9:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. services, is moving from upstairs room 236, to downstairs room 138 (located in the Preschool) starting this Sunday, November 14. Look for signs for the new location, or ask our ushers to direct you if you need assistance finding the new room.
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Notary Public Services Available at Church Office
Debbie Brown has become a Notary, and is available for services. If you are in need, please contact our church office at 505-883-9717 to schedule a time to meet with her.
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Seeking New Office Administrator
We have a change in Office Administrator – again! Our recent hire decided this position wasn’t for her and has moved on. Debbie Brown has come to the rescue and will be working 15 hours per week until we get someone hired. In the meantime, if you know someone with Office Administration skills and would like to work 31 hours per week, please email Janice McCrary at jmccrary@stjohns-abq.org. Or, if you know someone who is willing to work on a temporary basis, let Janice know as well. Wonderful volunteers are currently helping us out but I don’t want to abuse their good will! Click here to read the full job description.
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Help Us Bring Comfort to Others in November
Your St. John's Missions Team is collecting items for two organizations in November, and we hope you'll participate! The counselor at Zuni Elementary is requesting the following items specifically for students who may be experiencing food scarcity at home (single-serving sizes in pop-top, pull-top, or packets would be best): shelf-stable chocolate or white milk, instant oatmeal packets, microwave mac-and-cheese, pop-top veggies, pop-top ravioli, granola bars, fruit cups/applesauce, and individual snack items.
We're also collecting "comfort" items for our veterans in need, through Blue Star Mothers including: hot chocolate packets, individual packets of sunflower seeds, small packages of wet wipes (unscented), hand warmers, foot warmers, chapstick, and dental floss. Pick up a "shopping list" in the Hospitality Center, and place your donations in the wire baskets throughout the month of November. Thank you for sharing comfort!
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Youth Collecting Winter Wear for
Community of Hope Homeless Ministry
The youth are collecting winter wear for the Community of Hope homeless ministry. We are looking for donations of coats (preferably large or larger), hats, gloves and scarves. We will be going to serve at Community of Hope the first Sunday of December and will take your gifts then. Please drop off the items at the Hospitality center in the narthex.
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Jazz Vespers Tomorrow at 5 p.m.
Join us Saturday at 5pm MST for Jazz Vespers! You may join us live in the St. John's sanctuary, or by livestream on our YouTube channel. This month's service will feature music by vocalist Dianna Hughes, trumpeter Christine Fawson, pianist Robert Lah, bassist Colin Deuble, and drummer Cal Haines. The message will be brought by Rev. Dr. Scott Sharp. Join us!
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Mountain Cathedrals Hike on Saturday
The next Mountain Cathedrals hike is on Saturday, November 13. Sandstone hoodoos at Canada del Ojo, north of Tohajiilee. Meet at the church (east parking lot) at 8 a.m., then travel ~ 47 miles to the trailhead (last 8 miles are unpaved). We should be back by 2 p.m. Please RSVP to Mike Furnish (505-884-6626 or mdfurnish@comcast.net). Bring sun protection, layers, water, and snack/lunch. Trail is 4 miles, moderate (modest elevation changes, but off-trail hiking). In this landscape, wonders are hidden at first. Are some of our days like this as well?
Save the Date: Our December hike will be on Saturday, December 18, location TBD.
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Choose an Angel from the Angel Trees on November 13, 14 and 21
It's that time of year again! Angel Tree, a ministry that gives Christmas gifts to children in the name of their incarcerated parent(s) has been supported by St. John's for many years.
The Angel Trees will be in the Welcome Center and the Family Life Center on Sunday, November 14 and 21 for those who have been attending worship in-person. At that time you can either take your Angel and go shopping, or let us know that you'd like someone to shop for you.
We're still dealing with COVID and its variants, and not everyone has been comfortable returning to church on Sunday. If that's you, come to the East Parking Lot between
10 a.m. and 12 p.m. on Saturday, November 13. You can remain in your car, pick your Angel, and opt to shop for the gifts yourself, or have someone shop for you.
Should you choose to have someone shop for you, please bring $40 in cash or a check in that amount, made payable to St. John's United Methodist Church. If you choose to shop yourself, please bring each individually wrapped gift back to the East Parking lot, between 10 a.m. and Noon on Saturday, December 4.
Should you be interested in volunteering in some way to help with this ministry, please call Kathy Scherlacher at 505-823-6692. Each year this Christmas-time ministry brings great joy to the children, and the love of Christ to their parents. Thank you St. John's for your time, your gifts, and your support of Angel Tree!
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Second Sunday Lunch Returns for a Special Turkey Dinner on November 14
Sunday, November 14 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Family Life Center, the Food Ministry will be cooking and serving a Slow Roasted Turkey Dinner with all the fixin’s. Lunch will be served “Fish Fry-style”, 6 persons per table and masks must be worn except when seated and eating. All are welcome, and no reservation required. Cost is $12 for adults, $6 for 12 to 17 years old, $2 for 6 to 11 years old, and under 5 years old are free. Scholarships available by contacting Chef Tim at tnuzum@stjohns-abq.org. Bring a friend!
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Monday Morning Music with Matt Special Guest Alcée Chriss
Join St. John's UMC Music Director Matt Greer as he talks about what's going on in the music ministry, and about music in general. This Monday, November 15, he will be joined by a special guest: concert organist and "Music at St. John's" artist Alcée Chriss. Click here to join them live on YouTube and don't miss a special concert by Alcée Chriss on November 21 at 2 p.m. in the Sanctuary (and live-streamed).
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Livestream Concert on November 18
Join us for the last Thursday livestream concert of the season, as violinist Ruxandra Marquardt, cellist Joel Becktell, and pianist Amy Greer perform a beautiful hour of chamber music, featuring works of Dvorák, Haydn, Fauré and others. Livestreamed on our YouTube channel at noon MST. And please be prepared to donate to Albuqeurque Healthcare for the Homeless!
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Mobile Food Pantry on November 20
Road Runner Food Bank offers a monthly food distribution on the 3rd Saturday of each month. The next mobile food pantry will be held on November 20 at 10:30 a.m. from the Family Life Center. Distribution of approximately 50 pounds of food for 50 households will be available. This is a drive through Food Pantry. Clients will wait in their cars and the food will be brought to them. The food distribution is FREE to people in need of food assistance. Name, address and phone is required in case we need to contact people about a food product after distribution. There is no requirement to pay, put in volunteer hours, attend service, or participate in any type of program to receive food. Food will be distributed on a first come, first serve basis. Please share with anyone who you know is need of food assistance.
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Hanging of the Greens Celebration
on November 21
St. John’s United Methodist Church and the Worship Arts team will be holding a Hanging of the Greens Celebration on November 21 to prepare our facility for the season of Advent! Come and go as your schedule provides. Work, eat, listen to music, and have some fun with the St. John’s community. RSVP sheets can be found in the Hospitality Center as well as in the FLC.
Hanging of the Greens Event Schedule:
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10:30 a.m. - (following Abide service): Begin set up/staging for FLC side of the building, put up banners, hang greens in FLC, and put wreaths on doors upstairs
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12:00 p.m. - (following Sanctuary service): Quickly put away banners, altar cloths, and current decor in the Sanctuary
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1:00 p.m. - Soup and salad lunch
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1:30 p.m. - Family Activity Stations start where kids can decorate cookies and paint nutcrackers
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2:00 p.m. - Music at St. John’s concert in Sanctuary featuring organist Alcee Chris (decorating will continue in the FLC side)
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3:15 p.m. - (after concert): Hang banners, greens in Sanctuary, and decorations for Narthex
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5:45 p.m. - Soup and salad dinner
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Music at St. John's Presents Alcée Chriss November 21
"Music at St. John's" present concert organist Alcée Chriss in recital in the St. John's sanctuary! A winner of several international organ competitions, Mr. Chriss will perform works of Sergei Rachmaninov, Marcel Dupré, Maurice Duruflé, J.S. Bach, and Fela Sowande. Join us live in the sanctuary (masking required) or by livestream on our YouTube Channel. There is no admission charge; a free will offering will be received. Join us!
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November Special Offering: UMCOR
(Formerly One Great Hour of Sharing)
In November we have to opportunity to give to UMCOR ( United Methodist Committee on Relief). Gifts this month lay the foundation for UMCOR to share God's love when a crisis such as a hurricane or earthquake occurs. The money we give this month underwrites UMCOR's administrative costs so that 100% of any gift to a specific UMCOR project goes directly to that project. UMCOR is known for its quick and lasting response to a crisis-es all over the world. Please give generously.
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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.
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