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The great good news of Jesus' resurrection fills our hearts and lives with thanksgiving and joy! We sing and shout "Alleluia!" to our risen Savior who has defeated death and the grave, and has brought life and immortality to light.
Our Lenten theme, "Journey to Joy," concluded on Easter Sunday (March 31) with the theme, "You Have Arrived!" (sermon link). Our Easter celebration began last weekend, but it doesn't end there. Easter is not a day, but an entire season and continues on for seven weeks until Pentecost (May 19). May what we confess with our lips be seen in our lives in this Easter season!
Christ is risen! He is risen indeed! Alleluia!
Pastor Meehan's Blog - April 2024
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Final Town Hall Meeting and Voters' Meeting
Through a series of town hall meetings, our congregation has been discussing a proposed renovation and expansion plan for our church facilities. Whether or not we move forward with this project will be determined by a congregational vote. Click here to view the architect's PowerPoint presentation.
For those who have not yet attended one of the previous town hall meetings, you are strongly encouraged to be present for a final in-person town hall meeting that will take place prior to the voters' meeting. This meeting will be held on Sunday, April 7 at 9:15AM (in-person). This is a newly added meeting for individuals to learn about the schematic design. The meeting will take place during the Education Hour in the Fellowship Hall.
Sign up here or through the SJLC app
The voters' meeting to consider the proposed renovation and expansion has been set for Sunday, April 28. This meeting will be held immediately following the morning worship service and will take place in the Sanctuary. Please note that our congregational bylaws do not allow for absentee or proxy voting, and so voting will be in-person and by secret ballot. All voting members of St. John's congregation are strongly encouraged to attend. Watch for an email with further information about this upcoming meeting. Please make every effort to be present on Sunday, April 28 and participate in this important decision for our congregation!
If you have questions or concerns, you are welcome to reach out to Mike Waring, Campus Projects Team Chair or Denise Canter, Congregational President.
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St. John's Kids Summer Camp
Outdoor Activities | Led by Licensed Teachers | STEAM Activities
Calling all school-aged child adventurers! Join us for an unforgettable summer at our Kids' Summer Camp filled with exciting outdoor activities, with creative arts and crafts, STEAM activities, and endless fun. Don't miss this fun to create lasting memories. Sign up now and let the adventure begin! 8:30am - 4:30pm
Dates:
- June 24-28
- July 8-12
- July 15-19
- July 22-26
- July 29- Aug 2
For more information visit our website or email us.
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Sincere and Heart-felt Thanks!
To all who contributed to our congregation's Lenten, Holy Week, and Easter Sunday worship services! Thank you...
- To everyone who assisted with cleaning up and mulching around our church's grounds and gardens - they look beautiful!
- Kudos to David Leahey, our Director of Music, the choirs and brass ensemble for beautiful music to enrich worship of our crucified and risen Savior.
- To our hardworking office staff, Michelle May and Jennifer Smith, thank you for your diligence and faithfulness with managing daily tasks in this busy season!
- To Barbara Wright and her kitchen crew for the wonderful Easter Breakfast on Easter Sunday - well done!
- To Jennifer Hills, our Director of Discipleship, and teen helpers for overseeing the Easter Egg Hunt, which was a big hit with the many children who participated in this.
- To all of the faithful Lay Assistants, Communion Lay Assistants, Altar Care members, AV operators, Ushers, Greeters, Nursery Attendants, Sunday Morning Children's Ministry and Adult Bible Class leaders, and everyone who serves in worship and teaching not just during Holy Week and Easter, but throughout the year.
To God be the glory in our risen Lord Jesus Christ!
God Bless,
Pastor Meehan
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Koinonia Share Sunday - April 7
The first Sunday of each month is Share Sunday at St. John’s, in which we gather items to bless those in need in the community around us. These items are given to Koinonia, the local Franconia/Kingstowne community service agency, and they are then disbursed to people who need them.
Please consider picking up something from Koinonia's most recent "needs list" when you are at the store. Your donations can be left in the shopping cart at the church (only non-perishable items, please) on Sunday, April 7, or you may drop them off at Koinonia. Please share the blessings God has bestowed on you by helping those in need through Koinonia. Thank you!
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Online Fundraiser - ECEC April 9
Please help support St. John's Early Childhood Education Center on Tuesday, April 9 from 4PM - 8PM. Order online at Chipotle in Kingstowne between 4PM and 8PM to help the Center raise a minimum of $150 in total sales. Use order code RQEANBM.
Here is how to participate...
- Access the Chipotle app or order on their website.
- Choose “Pickup” and select the location of Kingstowne (5955 Kingstowne Towne Ctr Ste 160, Alexandria, VA 22315)
- Build your order with all your faves.
- Once you’re ready to place your order, input your unique online fundraiser code in the “Enter a Promo Code” section. Order Code: RQEANBM. Don’t forget to click “Apply.”
- Provide payment information and submit your order for pickup (not delivery).
Reminder, pickup must be within the hours of our scheduled fundraiser (4PM - 8PM).
Delivery orders or orders placed through other apps will not be counted towards our fundraiser.
Thank you in advance to everyone for participating!
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Church Council Meeting on Sunday, April 7
St. John's governing board, the Church Council, will meet next on Sunday, April 7, at 1:30PM. This will be a virtual meeting and, as always, needs and concerns from members of the congregation are welcome and invited. Questions? Please contact Denise Canter, Congregational President.
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Southeastern District Church Workers Conference
Pastor Meehan and Jennifer Hills will be attending the Southeastern District (SED) Church Workers Conference in Asheville, NC, on April 8-10. The 85th anniversary of the SED's founding will be celebrated at the conference. Pastor Meehan and Jennifer will be leaving immediately after the worship service on Sunday, April 7 and returning later in the evening on April 10.
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Scrapbooking Event Coming Soon
Our scrapbooking group will be having a special 2 day event to benefit Operation Smile. It will start on Friday, April 19 from 1pm-9pm and continue Saturday, April 20 from 9am to 9pm. Please email Kathy Sullivan if you are interested in learning more or wish to attend. Registration is required.
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At Prince of Peace's Fellowship Hall
8304 Old Keene Mill Rd, Springfield, VA
Cake, punch, and ‘old’ games
Cards and notes only, please!
Questions?: Call Nancy at 540-322-9400
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Looking Ahead
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April 7 - Final town hall meeting in Fellowship Hall at 9:15AM
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April 7 - Church Council meeting
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April 28 - Congregational Voters Meeting in Sanctuary immediately following worship service
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Important Links
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Facebook Live for viewing live services or educational opportunities as well as those previously recorded.
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YouTube for viewing church services
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Click here for the bulletins
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