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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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The Second Sunday after the Epiphany
Sunday, January 16, 2022
9:00 am
Please join us for our celebration of Holy Eucharist at 9:00 am in the church.
Come, pray, sing, receive Holy Communion,
and join us for fellowship following our liturgy.
Collect for the Second Sunday after the Epiphany
Almighty God, whose Son our Savior Jesus Christ is the light of the world:
Grant that your people, illumined by your Word and Sacraments,
may shine with the radiance of Christ's glory, that he may be known,
worshipped, and obeyed to the ends of the earth;
through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with you and the Holy Spirit
lives and reigns, one God, now and for ever. Amen
Readings for the Second Sunday after the Epiphany
Isaiah 62:1-5
Psalm 36:5-10
1 Corinthians 12:1-11
John 2:1-11
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If you are not able to attend, please join our livestream services:
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Reflection on John 2:1-11
The Gospel for this Sunday is a very familiar one: the wedding at Cana. Mary, Jesus, and the disciples had been invited to a wedding. After a time, Mary noticed that the supply of wine was running out. Mary went to Jesus and said to him, “They have no wine.” Jesus replied to her comment in a harsh way. He said, “Woman, how does this concern me?” He then added, “My hour has not yet come.”
Mary went to the servers and told them, “Do whatever he tells you.” There were six very large stone water jars. They were used for Jewish ceremonial washings. Each jar held 20-30 gallons of water. Jesus told the waiters, “Fill the jars full of water.” The waiters filled the jars to the brim. Then Jesus told the waiters to draw some of the water out and take it to the headwaiter. They did so. When the headwaiter tasted the water that had become wine (not realizing that there had been only water in the jars), the head waiter went to the bridegroom and praised him for serving the “good” wine so late in the day. Typically, hosts would serve the “good wine” at the beginning of the celebration. However, later in the day, many hosts would serve inferior wine since many of the guests had imbibed a great deal of wine. Most likely the guests would not notice the difference in the quality of the wine.
This sign was the beginning of many signs Jesus would perform during his ministry. These signs revealed Jesus’ concern and care for the lowly. The signs also clearly spoke of his power and glory. Thus, the depth of the belief the disciples had in Jesus deepened.
Have you ever received a sign that Jesus was with you? Do you look for signs that Jesus is present to you? It may be as simple as getting an unexpected phone call or an email from an old friend. Perhaps it is having some alone time when you can relax, listen to music, read a novel, or take some quiet time with God.
The reality is that Jesus is always with us. Most often, we are the ones who are not present to Jesus. Today, be attentive to signs you receive that may indicate that Jesus is with you. If this happens, just relax and enjoy his presence.
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Altar Flowers for 2022
The Altar Flowers for January 16, 2022 are given by Dale Evans in memory of Jean Gurley Evans.
Our 2022 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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Forum from January 9
If you were not able to attend the Forum on January 9th, you may watch Bishop Susan Brown Snook's address to the Convention here:
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Sunday School
Sunday School is now available. Children ages 4 and up are welcome to come and learn about the Word of God with Heather Wallace.
Children must be masked in order to attend Sunday School. They will gather in the Sunday School Room before our service begins and return at the Sign of Peace.
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Child Care
Child Care is available during our Sunday Services. Ana, the daughter of Alex Valdez-Beer, will be staffing our child care room.
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We Are Here For You!
We carefully gather in person at St. John's, we would like to remind you that we are here for you!
If you are not able to join us for our celebration of Holy Eucharist, we will bring Holy Communion to you. You may call the parish office (619-422-4141) and request communion to be brought to you by one of our Eucharistic Visitors.
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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OUTREACH AND EVANGELIZATION |
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Outreach Collections
St. John's Outreach Committee meets monthly to discuss our parish Outreach activities.
We will continue our ongoing collections for:
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New Blankets - Domestic Violence Shelters (Denise Czer and Linda Dennehy)
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Pill Bottles - Matthew 25 Ministries (Sally Elliott)
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Eyeglasses - (Norma Dunn)
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Greeting Cards - ECS HeadStart (Judy McKay)
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Clean, Gently Used Blankets - Dreams for Change (Norma Dunn)
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Emergency Food Pantry - South Bay Community Services (Maria and Joe Love)
Items may be brought to Nale Hall on Sundays when we gather for worship.
You may also bring your items to church during our weekday office hours, Monday through Thursday from 9am to 3pm. Ring the doorbell, and you will be buzzed in to leave your items outside Nale Hall.
If you do not feel comfortable driving, please contact the parish office, and we will find a volunteer to pick up the items from your home.
Please click on the following link or visit the St. John's website ( www.saint-johns.org) for more information on our Outreach Ministries:
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Spiritual Friendship
Written by Abbott Aelred of the Cistercian Order (1167)
There are four qualities which characterize a friend: Loyalty, right intention, discretion, and patience. Right intention seeks for nothing other than God and natural good. Discretion brings understanding of what is done on a friend’s behalf, and ability to know when to correct faults. Patience enables one to be justly rebuked, or to bear adversity on another’s behalf. Loyalty guards and protects friendship, in good or bitter times.
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Men of St. John's January Meeting Canceled
Due to the rising number of COVID cases and a desire to keep all members safe, the Men of St. John's leadership has canceled the January 17th meeting. The next meeting will be at David Naranjo’s home on February 21st.
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A Different Kind of Book Club
We'd like to try a different kind of Book Club and see if there is enough interest to continue it on perhaps a monthly basis.
We wouldn't all read the same book. Instead we would each talk about a book we have read recently, why we liked it, and giving enough of the plot to entice others. It would take no more than one hour.
If you are interested, please send an email to Diane Gustafson (diangus15@aol.com) and tell whether you would like an in person session, Skype, FaceTime, or Zoom. It's possible we can do more than one format.
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Coffee/Tea with Rev. Roger
For almost the entire time that Rev. Roger has been at St. John's we have been in a pandemic with part of that time being shut down.
Rev. Roger would like to provide an opportunity for any members of the parish to "get to know him".
On Wednesday mornings from 10:30-11:30, following Morning Prayer and Bible Study,
Rev. Roger will be available in the Rev. Jack and Sarah Tolley Memorial Library for a visit. This is time to get to know him, ask him questions, and learn about his vision and dreams for the church.
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Hospitality
Hosts Needed!
Please join us for hospitality after the 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
Refreshments should be individually portioned or wrapped, or served by a server who is the only one touching the serving implements.
Current Available Dates:
January 30
February 6
February 13
February 20
February 27
Coffee Donations
We are low on coffee for Sunday Hospitality and would welcome your donation of a large can of regular ground coffee, such as Costco's Kirkland brand or any brand of your choosing. (We still have enough decaf.)
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Centennial Celebration
2022 will be our Centennial Year!
Our Centennial Liturgy will be on September 18, 2022.
In 1922, we were founded as a mission of St. James Episcopal Church and two years later chose the name St. John's.
In planning for our celebration, we will need your help on the following committees:
- Communications and Publicity
- Gala and Fundraiser
- Liturgy
- History and Archives
Lynn Young, Diane Gustafson and John Will have been sorting through many documents and photos on the history of St. John's. If you know some of our history please let them know.
Would you be interested in helping with any of these committees?
Do you have ideas of how we can celebrate this important milestone?
Please contact Maria Love in the parish office by calling 1-619-422-4141 or emailing maria@saint-johns.org
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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.
to be included in the Zoom meeting.
The Morning Prayer guide can be found here:
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Prayer Quilt Ministry
The leaders of the Prayer Quilt Ministry would like to remind
you that there are many quilts available for anyone in need
of prayer and support. This important ministry brings comfort and healing to many people who are suffering with illness.
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Daughters of the King Prayers
All the women of the parish are invited to discern becoming a member of the Daughters of the King. If you have any questions, please contact Lynn Young (208-695-7735) or Linda Dennehy (619-429-4747).
If you have a special prayer request for Daughters of the King, you are invited to fill out a prayer card, found in the narthex. Drop your prayer request in the church-shaped box or in the offering plate. These requests are confidential and are separate from our printed parish prayer lists.
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Parish Prayer Lists
Birthday and Anniversary Prayers
We would like to acknowledge and pray for anyone celebrating a birthday and/or anniversary in the coming week. Please let us know by Thursday of the prior week so that we can get it in the Sunday liturgy. If you have a picture of you that we could post for your birthday and/or a wedding photo or current photo for those celebrating an anniversary, please email it to us - it would be great to allow everyone to see you.
Our Parish Prayer Intentions
Today and every day include some time for prayer, for yourself,
for your church family, and for those in need.
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, Daniel Getreu, Jamal Warner, Matt Hernandez, Devon Strunk, Taylor Harrold, Jorge Zuazua, Katherine Milam, Sebastian Morales, Richie Lebron, Roberto Johnson and the crew of USS Essex.
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
Scott Hunter, Steve Magill, Gary & Shirley McCarren, Ann Lindshield, Anna Jones,
the Guajardo family, the Halsten family Dorothy Hintze, the Hartung family,
Adam Beneschan and Bob Smalley.
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.
For the repose of the souls of Dinah Bates and Dale Evans.
Rest eternal grant to them, O Lord;
And let light perpetual shine upon them.
May their soul and the souls of all the departed,
through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.
Cycle of Prayers for the Church
In the Diocesan Cycle of Prayer, we pray for our Ecumenical partnerships during the Week of Christian Unity.
In the Anglican Cycle of Prayer, we pray for the Church of England.
In the Military Cycle of Prayer, we pray for the Sailors of Assault Craft Unit 1.
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ADMINISTRATION AND STEWARDSHIP |
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Office Closed on Monday
The office will be closed on Monday, January 17 in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
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The Vestry
David Dennehy, Senior Warden
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Lynn Young, Junior Warden
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Bill Cheney, Treasurer
Terry Farrelly, Assistant Treasurer
Diane Gustafson, Clerk
Pamela Brittain
Tom Brzeczek
Ray Contreras
Jane Ferguson
Alejandra Valdez-Beer
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Annual Meeting (Sunday, January 23rd)
Vestry Positions
In the coming year, three positions on vestry will become vacant. If you have an interest in joining the vestry, please consider running for election.
Delegates and Alternates for General Convention
For the 2022 General Convention, St. John's needs 2 Delegates and 2 Alternates to attend the Convention.
If you would like more information about Vestry or Diocesan Convention, contact David Dennehy at masterfrog@att.net or 619-840-9994. |
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Upcoming Events at St. John's
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January 16, 2022: Special Vestry Meeting after the worship service
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January 17, 2022: Office Holiday in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
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January 23, 2022: Annual Meeting, in Nale Hall following our Worship Service
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Parish Office Hours and Contacts
As our staff are now fully vaccinated, we are permitted to open our parish office.
Masking and social distance should be maintained when visitors are present.
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).
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Rev. Roger's Office Hours
Rev. Roger will be working half-days in the office on Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Sunday; and all day Wednesday and Thursday. He will be available by appointment. Please call the office (619-422-4141) 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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Beware of Scam Emails & Phishing Attempts
If you receive a suspicious email from an address that seems to be Rev. Roger or another parishioner asking for a favor, it may be a phishing attempt. Scam emails mimic addresses we are familiar with and are very often full of grammatical errors.
Rev. Roger will never email you asking for funds or financial support by way of gift cards. If you receive an email that seems suspicious, do not open it or respond to it. Delete it immediately.
Phishing is a cyber attack that uses disguised email as a weapon. The goal is to trick the email recipient into believing that the message is something they want or need - a request from their bank, for instance, or a note from someone in their company - and to click a link or download an attachment.
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Your weekly newsletter highlights important events at St. John's Episcopal Church. You can also find news about St. John's at www.saint-johns.org.
We welcome your feedback, photos, and news items. Contact Maria Love at 619-422-4141 or maria@saint-johns.org.
Please submit your announcements by Tuesday of each week for inclusion in the Enews.
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Migration in God's Story - Book Study
The Diocesan Migration Task Force invites you to join Episcopal Migration Ministries, The Episcopal Church, and other Christians in an Epiphany-season study of the Book of Exodus.
Following the program set out by The Good Book Club, a ministry of Forward Movement, participants will meet weekly on Wednesdays at 6 p.m. via Zoom beginning January 12 to pray and discuss the prior week's readings.
To register or for more information, please email our Diocesan Migration Missioner, Troy Elder, at telder@edsd.org.
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Caste - Book Study
St Paul’s Cathedral, St. Bartholomew’s, Christ Church, and All Soul’s Episcopal Churches are co-facilitating a virtual six-week book study of Caste by Isabel Wilkerson from Jan 19 - Feb 23, 6:30-8:00pm.
Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents is a 2020 historical and narrative nonfiction work about the nature of inequality in the United States, India, and Nazi Germany. Race is the visible agent of caste, while caste is the unseen “infrastructure” that holds each of American society’s racial and ethnic groups firmly in their places.
Caste is available on Amazon for purchase. There is an audio version available for those that prefer to listen.
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Faith to Go
A Weekly, On The Go Resource for Parents and Non-Parents Alike
Hosted by the Faith To Go team in the Episcopal Diocese of San Diego, David Tremaine and Charlette Preslar. Joined each week by a special guest, the Faith To Go team highlights themes from the Sunday Gospel reading for you to take into your faith discussions and reflections throughout the week.
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Resources for Emotional Support
The coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak is changing life for all of us. You may feel anxious, stressed, worried, sad, bored, depressed, lonely or frustrated in these circumstances.
You're not alone!
Find resources to connect with real people that can help, here.
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EDSD Statement of Commitment
As part of the Jesus Movement and the Episcopal Diocese of San Diego, we pledge to love our neighbors and protect the most vulnerable among us, remembering our baptismal vows to "strive for justice and peace among all people, and respect the dignity of every human being." We live these pledges out by actively engaging in dismantling racism. For many of us, this will mean learning more about our racial identity, listening to those who have experienced racial prejudice, speaking out against racism, and showing up alongside those in our community working to change unjust systems in our society. We also live out this pledge at worship during this pandemic, by wearing face-coverings, respecting distancing guidelines, and foregoing the common cup.
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Episcopal Relief and Development
What Would Love Do: 1000 Days of Love
Love calls us to care for our neighbors and for our enemies. Love calls us to attend to those in prison, to those who are homeless, to those in poverty, to children, immigrants and refugees.
What would love do? To you, who so generously support the transformative work of Episcopal Relief & Development, love calls you to continue to sow seeds of lasting change
Visit Episcopal Relief and Development: One Thousand Days of Love to see how you can help.
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Reporting Misconduct
As part of our ongoing commitment to creating a safe haven for everyone, our diocese trains people in the prevention of misconduct and encourages all to report misconduct. All reported incidences are taken seriously and investigated thoroughly and confidentially. If you believe you have experienced misconduct of any kind, please contact Mr. John Seitman, (jseitman@pacbell.net), 858-793-4555 or Ms. Equilla Luke, (aequilla@icloud.com), 760-583-0485.
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