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The St. John's office will be closed on Monday, June 12th
due to road work on Kearney St. which will make the parking lot inaccessible. Rev. Roger and Maria will be working from home and will be available by phone or email.
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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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Second Sunday After Pentecost
June 11, 2023
Collect For Second Sunday after Pentecost
O God, from whom all good proceeds:
Grant that by your inspiration we may think those things that are right,
and by your merciful guiding may do them; through Jesus Christ our Lord,
who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,
one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Readings for Second Sunday After Pentecost
Hosea 5:15-6:6
Psalm 50:7-15
Romans 4:13-25
Matthew 9:9-13, 18-26
Worship Booklet for Second Sunday after Pentecost
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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 on the first Sunday of the month
(please bring a dish to share).
All are welcome to attend!
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Altar Flowers for 2023
The altar flowers for June 11, 2023 are given to the glory of God
in honor of the anniversary of Rev. Roger’s ordination to the priesthood
and given by Iris Atkins in gratitude for the gift of another birthday,
and for family and friends and the community of St. John’s.
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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Italian Dinner Opportunity Drawings and Auction
Only one week remains until the Italian Dinner and Fundraiser!
It's not too late to donate items for the Opportunity Drawings.
Click here for an updated list of items already received.
We plan to have a July 4th basket with an American flag ceramic chip and dip platter.
We are looking for paper products such as napkins, plates, cups, etc; maybe BBQ sauce or beer.
There is also a New Orleans food basket including a signed cookbook by Emeril Lagasse.
And a reminder that items having belonged to loved ones no longer with us always are popular.
Auction Item: Italian dinner for 4 people, prepared by Rev. Roger and Cliff, served in your home. Date and menu will be agreed upon by the winner.
Questions? Contact Diane Gustafson 619 253-7298, diangus15@aol.com
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Men of St. John's Meeting
The Men of St. John's will meet on Sunday, June 11th at 1:00pm, at the home of Gregg and Elizabeth King. At this meeting, they will discuss final preparations for the Italian Dinner on June 17th. All members of the parish are invited.
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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 11th
June 18th
June 25th
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Diocesan Year of Service: Serving Our Neighbors
June: Month of Care for Refugees and Immigrants
Serving Refugees and Immigrants -
"I was a stranger and you welcomed me"
The Episcopal Diocese of San Diego (EDSD) has embarked on a Year of Service with a particular focus on Migration Ministry in the month of June.
Our Scriptures speak of God’s affection for — and how God’s people are to care for — refugees and immigrants (often referred to as “strangers” in the Bible over 50 times).
Due to our proximity to the U.S.-Mexico border and the many services provided in metro San Diego, our diocese has a significant number of refugees and immigrants from Latin America as well as from around the globe.
The call to love and serve our neighbors, extending a helping hand to those in need, is central to our lives as Christians.
Please see the articles under: ACROSS THE CHURCH
We will have a Sunday Forum regarding this topic on Sunday, June 18th at 10:00am in Nale Hall. Our guest speaker will be Robert Vivar, the Migration Missioner for the Episcopal Diocese of San Diego.
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Sow and Grow
Thanks to all who are participating in our Sow and Grow project by donating seeds and by assisting the students in planting and nurturing of the seeds.
Planting of the seedlings into the gardens: volunteers are welcome
Tuesday, June 13th at 9:00am
Wednesday, June 14th and Thursday, June 15th at 9:00am
If you would like to continue supporting Sow and Grow, we welcome your donations of your Used / No Longer Needed garden tools:
- Garden Rake
- Spade
- Hoe
- Pruning Hand Clippers
- Hand Shovel/Spade
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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 live in need. 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, June 14th
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Prayer Quilt Ministry
If you would like a Prayer Quilt for anyone in need of prayer and support, please contact Diane Gustafson (diangus15@aol.com) or Maria (maria@saint-johns.org). This important ministry brings comfort and healing to many people who are suffering with illness.
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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, Alec Hauer, Cynthia Watten, Bernie Duignan, Lori Heinichen,
and Elena Rodriguez Ramos.
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 our President, for the leaders of the nations, and for all in authority.
In the Anglican Cycle of Prayer, we pray for the Anglican Church in Aotearoa, New Zealand and Polynesia.
In the Military Cycle of Prayer, we pray for the crew of US Naval Hospital Ship Mercy (T-AH 19).
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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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New Edition of the Centennial Cookbook
If you purchased one or more copies of the Centennial Cookbook last summer, you will receive that number of the revised edition free. If you did not and would like to now OR if you had received a free copy, you can buy the revision for $15.
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Upcoming Events at St. John's
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June 11th: Men of St. John's Meeting, 1:00pm, Gregg and Elizabeth King's home
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June 17th: Italian Dinner and Fundraiser, 5:30pm - Wine/Appetizer Social and 6:00pm - Dinner in Nale Hale
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June 18th: Sunday Forum on Migration Ministry, 10:00am in Nale Hall
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June 29th: La Misa in English celebrating San Pedro y San Pablo, 6:00pm in Nale Hall
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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Year of Service: Serving Our Neighbors
By: Chris Tumilty, Director of Communications
The Episcopal Diocese of San Diego (EDSD) has embarked on a Year of Service with a particular focus on Migration Ministry in the month of June. EDSD is rallying its community to make a meaningful impact on the lives of migrants, asylum seekers, and refugees. Embracing our Christian call to show hospitality to strangers, the diocese is preparing multiple ways you can participate. In short, you can volunteer, give, and/or donate desperately needed basic materials. There is also a unique opportunity on June 25 to visit Tijuana and witness firsthand the challenges and resilience of those affected by the border.
The call to love and serve our neighbors, extending a helping hand to those in need, is central to our lives as Christians. The Epistle to the Hebrews reminds us to show hospitality to strangers, as in doing so, we may unwittingly be hosting angels. Read More
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Care for Your Immigrant and Refugee Neighbors in June
The termination of Title 42 has resulted in a growing demand for increased assistance to migrants, asylum seekers, and refugees within 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 invited to register for a migrant serving and learning opportunity in Tijuana. Limited spots are available for the full-day experience on June 25.
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Joint Statement - United in Pride
Bishop Susan joined 140 organizations, institutions of faith, businesses and community, faith, and elected leaders who issued a joint statement expressing their unwavering support for Pride events and the LGBTQ+ community amidst a rising tide of threats and hostility. Read More
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Godly Play Training
The Episcopal Diocese of San Diego is pleased to offer a Godly Play Core Training Retreat on August 11-13, 2023. Summer is the perfect time to plan and prepare to welcome families in the Fall.
Click here for more information and to register
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Faith to Go Podcast
This week The Rt. Rev. Phyllis Spiegel, Bishop Diocesan of the Episcopal Diocese of Utah, joins Charlette and David to share her experience of healing, redemption, and wonder.
Listen Here
Faith to Go Hits New Milestone: 40,000+ Downloads
By: Chris Tumilty, Director of Communications
Seven years ago, a small team began a podcast to help enliven formation for families. Today, the Faith to Go podcast has over 40,000 downloads and provides hundreds of regular listeners with a candid conversation about God in our lives.
It was 2004 when the words “iPod” and “broadcasting” were combined, bringing to life the word ‘podcast.’ Nearly 20 years later, there are over 3 million podcasts across several platforms. This popular means of entertainment has made great strides in providing new, creative content for people--a space that the Episcopal Diocese of San Diego boldly stepped into. Read More
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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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