Vol. 78 Issue 38 Week of September 21-27, 2020 |
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In case you missed it, this past Sunday the St. John’s Church family celebrated Lee Gray’s 23 years of service as St. John’s Youth Minister. As you all know, Lee has now assumed his new ministerial role focusing on congregational care and we are excited for him and this new opportunity. But we would be remiss if we did not reflect on the impact Lee has had on all the youth that have benefited and been nurtured by his ministry.
Over the past several weeks representatives from the Youth Resource Team and the Personnel Resource Team collaborated to reach out and obtain short video messages of thanks and congratulations from many of the youth that were taught by Lee over the years. During Sunday’s worship service you saw a short preview of a video compilation of all these messages. You can view that video if you click here. A longer version of this tribute will be shared in the near future.
Through the generous contributions from current youth, youth alum, past and present youth parents and the church family at large, a new electronic scoreboard is being purchased for our gym and will be donated to the church in Lee’s honor. This is a fitting tribute. Over the years Lee has helped make St. John’s basketball a vibrant ministry. This gift, dedicated in his honor, both recognizes Lee and enhances the experience for our own teams and for basketball visitors to our gym. Installation will be coordinated with the vendor. We will celebrate the unveiling when we are able to return in greater numbers to the church.
Again, thank you Lee for all that you have done for our Youth and we wish you much success in your new congregational care ministry!
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Worship on September 27th
This Sunday morning we will recognize Good Neighbor Sunday. Our scriptures will be Deuteronomy 15:7-11 and Mark 12:28-34, and Rev. Dennis Foust will share a message titled, "Making Every Day a Beautiful Day." On this Sunday we will focus on our Missional partners with whom we collaborate to be good neighbors.
"Please won't you be, my neighbor?"
The worship video will be available at 8 am via our YouTube channel and at our website under the Worship tab for you to view. You can also link to worship from the Realm Connect App Events list.
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The Charlotte area 2020 CROP Hunger Walk will be held virtually on October 11, 2020, and there are numerous ways you can be part of this event. Participants are encouraged to walk where they can and for the distance they are able during the virtual walk. From around your living room to across the city, this could be the year for you to join the St. John's team as a walker!
To join the team, sponsor a team member, or learn more, click the link below.
To purchase this year's CROP Walk T-Shirt for $3 click here.
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Gathered Church Opportunities
We miss one another. Although we are still being cautious, with temperatures moderating, we have planned four opportunities for the people of St. John’s to gather outdoors at the church on Sundays, October 11, 18, 25 and November 1.
Two of these gathering dates will be focused on fellowship and two on vespers.
It will be necessary for each person to be pre-registered to attend. You will also need to bring your own folding chairs and tables for you and your family or a picnic blanket so that we can maintain appropriate physical distancing. We also encourage masks to be worn as well – except while eating of course. Trash cans will be provided for those days with food available and we ask that you only stay on the church campus for the time you have registered.
Click on the green buttons below to Register.
You may also register via Realm and the Connect App under Events.
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Food Truck Fellowship Sundays
Sunday, October 11th
We will register up to 50 persons for each time slot
Group 1 will gather from 11:15 to 12:00.
Group 2 will gather from 12:00 to 12:45.
Food Trucks
Queens Italian & Shaved Ice.
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Sunday, October 25th
We will register up to 50 persons for each time slot
Group 1 will gather from 11:15 to 12:00.
Group 2 will gather from 12:00 to 12:45.
Food Trucks
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Outdoor Vesper Moments for Devotion and Prayer
Sunday, October 18th
We will focus upon what has happened among us and through us during the pandemic months thus far and offer prayers for our members and extended concerns.
We will register up to 50 persons for each time slot
Group 1 will gather from 5:00 to 5:30 PM
Group 2 will gather from 6:00 to 6:30 pm
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Sunday, November 1st
We will observe All Saints Sunday and remember our members who have passed on ahead of us during the last year.
We will register up to 50 persons for each time slot
Group 1 will gather from 3:00 to 3:30 PM
Group 2 will gather from 4:00 to 4:30 PM
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Sunday Growth Groups (Sunday School)
You will now see weekly Sunday School class meetings listed in your Events listing in Realm and the Connect App. As we move forward we will be adding more information to these events and using Realm to track attendance and engagement. Sunday School leaders will soon receive an email with a tutorial on how to use Realm features to communicate with class members, set up events, input attendance, and share resources. If you are unsure if your class is meeting you may send a message to the leader(s) of your class.
Finding Church Events & Activities
When you access Realm, you can see when your groups and teams are meeting, link directly to Zoom meetings, send messages and share information with others, and even link to the worship service each Sunday.
You can visit your personal profile from your computer by clicking here or download the Realm Connect App to your smart device and log in. If you need assistance with setting up your profile or need to reset your password contact Derek or Jacquelyn.
To see a general online calendar of church meetings, events and activities click here.
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Do You Need to Conduct a Meeting Via Zoom?
All of our church meetings and events have gone online and this fall will see an increase in events that need Zoom access. If you are a ministry leader and need to conduct a meeting or event via Zoom, contact a minister to assist with setting up your meeting. The general church calendar is available here to review scheduled meetings and events. Once a minister has set up the meeting link in Zoom, it will be available to participants invited in the Realm Connect App and Online. Zoom meetings and events that are open to the entire church will be shared via email. |
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Our new series of Clergy Conversation Hours continued this week with Lee Gray. Upcoming hosts are: Kevin Gray, September 28; Allison Benfield, October 5; and Nate Dove, October 12.
Details on each meeting are available in the Realm Events Listing and will be sent via email on Monday mornings.
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Prayer Concerns, Thanks & Sympathy |
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Polly Hull, Gene & Carol Poole, Elma Thomas, Peggy Russ,
Alison Zieglmeier (daughter of Ken and Donna Scott), Andrew Adair,
Barbara Ledford, Elizabeth Laney,
Tom Bryson, Carol Hager (sister of Betty Harkey)
The family of Carol Injaychock following the death of her mother Verna Fore.
Our Weekday School and Head Start Students and Staff.
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Please email info@sjcharlotte to share a prayer request, thank you, or celebration. |
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Financial Ministry Plan Report
Week of September 16-21: $11,470
Income through September 21: $778,937
Annual 2020 Ministry Plan Budget Goal: $1,175,000
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You can make contributions, view your giving history and pledge status, as well as update your pledge and giving information anytime by accessing your personal Realm profile online or via the Connect App. |
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Total 2020 Offering: $17,860
Thank you for helping us to exceed our goal of $15,000 for 2020.
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Contact the Staff
To email a staff member, click on their name below
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