"To know Christ and to make Him known . . . " | |
The Weekly Sunday Bulletin of St. John’s Episcopal Church | |
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Six days later, Jesus took with him Peter and James and John, and led them up a high mountain apart, by themselves. And he was transfigured before them, and his clothes became dazzling white, such as no one on earth could bleach them (Mark 9:2-3).
This week’s Gospel is the other bookend to the resurrection on Easter morning. Jesus is letting Peter, James and John know what is about to occur. He will soon tell them that he must suffer and die and after three days rise again. They will not understand the path that Jesus must follow. There was a common understanding amongst the Jewish folks that the messiah would raise a great army, conquer the Romans, and free their people. Jesus walks the path of self-giving love, not the path of power and dominance. On this last Sunday after Epiphany, we prepare ourselves for the upcoming Lenten season. Ralph Waldo Emerson once explained, “That which dominates our imaginations, and our thoughts will determine our life and our character. Therefore, it behooves us to be careful what we worship, for what we are worshipping we are becoming.” Lent begins on Ash Wednesday next week with a 12 noon and a 7:00 PM service. Our plan for Lent at St. John’s is to offer ways to pray and information on health and wellness.
In today’s Gospel Jesus was transfigured to a dazzling white. He has a conversation with Moses and Elijah in a Kingdom of God moment that can only be described as supernatural. Peter says, “Rabbi, it is good to be here.” Peter is very confused, a cloud comes over, and a voice comes from heaven, “This is my Son, the Beloved, listen to him!” When God’s glory is revealed to us, it seems out of the realm of the ordinary and we often do not know what to make of it.
In Sunday’s collect we will pray, “O God who before the passion of your Son revealed his glory on the Holy Mount, that we may we be strengthened to bear his cross.” God sustains us with an intimate relationship with Jesus Christ. Jesus wants us to walk none other than the way of the cross. The way of the cross often begins in Lent. Lent is the time when we ponder the work that God has called us to do. We realize that the distractions of the world have kept us from God’s purpose in our lives. If we want to be an authentic expression of Christ’s light, we need to pray, study, listen, and make God the center of our world again.
For this season of Lent, please consider listening to God. We come together to give thanks and pray that we might recognize God in our midst and follow this path of healing and wholeness. In my experience, God is working in the life of our congregation in ways that we cannot ask for or imagine. Some of you have experienced prophetic voices, incarnational events, and brushes with angels. Please share them with each other. They lead to the Kingdom of God. The point of this passage to me is that although we cannot see God, God is always nearby. When we love God with all our heart, mind and soul, we begin to see the edge of God’s robe. When we truly listen to the Word of God, we are slowly transformed into the likeness of Jesus Christ.
In Christ’s love,
Fr. Duncan
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The Last Sunday after the Epiphany
The Readings
2 Kings 2:1-12
2 Corinthians 4:3-6
Mark 9:2-9
Psalm 50:1-6
Join us for Sunday Worship at 8:00 am and 10:00 am in the church or remotely on Zoom and Facebook.
8:00 am - Rite I Holy Eucharist
Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83803451202
Facebook Live Stream: https://www.facebook.com/stjohns1745
Bulletin: Rite I HE Epiphany
9:40 am No Sunday School this week - Sunday School Calendar
10:00 am – Rite II Choral Eucharist
Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86739553648
Facebook Live Stream: https://www.facebook.com/stjohns1745
Bulletin: Rite II HE Epiphany
Music
Opening: 7 Christ, whose glory fills the skies
Before Gospel: 129 Christ upon the mountain peak, vs 1-2
Offertory anthem: WR 93 Praise the one who breaks the darkness (Come, Thou Fount)
Communion: LEVAS 18 Swing Low, sweet chariot
Closing: 135 Songs of thankfulness and praise
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SUPER BOWL SUNDAY SPECIAL COLLECTION | Our Youth will be collecting monetary and food card donations for the homeless in Huntington at both services on Sunday, February 10th. | |
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Tuesday, February 13th & Friday, February 16th, 3:00 - 5:00 pm
HIHI MEALS - Fr. Duncan invites anyone who feels called to minister to the unhoused in our community to join him in the kitchen to cook a hot meal to be delivered to those in need.
Fr. Duncan will be in the kitchen preparing the meal from 3:00 - 5:00. Please reach out to him if you would like to help, (631) 427-1752, ext. 102, or dbu632@gmail.com.
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A LENTEN JOURNEY TO PEACE & WELL-BEING | |
Come with us this Lent as we will take advantage of this time to refocus on our own physical, mental, and spiritual care, mindfully using the resources available to us here at St. John's, in the diocese, and beyond.
Ash Wednesday Eucharist and the Imposition of Ashes
February 14th
12:00 pm - Rite II
7:00 pm - Rite II with music
Tuesday Lenten Series at St. John
Our evening in-person Lenten program, will be on February 20 and March 5th.
6:00 pm - Stations of the Cross
6:30 pm - Supper
7:00 pm - Guest speaker
8:00 pm - Closing Prayer
February 20th - “The Mind-Body Connection” by Dr. Nina Greif
Your brain is an organ, and like every other organ, you need to maintain its health for it to function properly. Come discover how mental health and physical health are closely related and how one can affect the other. We will talk about ways to improve mental attitudes, particularly through physical health, and how to shape them towards a more successful meaningful life.
March 5th - “Whole Health” by Mary Gallagher-Seaman.
The focus will be on holistic well-being. We will look at the areas of self-care -where folks are now and where they want to be in the future. We will experience a mindfulness activity and be guided through our own individual self-assessment and begin to identify an action step for our personal wellness journeys.
Meditation And Contemplative Prayer (Remote)
Tuesdays, February 27 and March 12
5:30 to 6:00 pm - Contemplative Prayer with the Catherdral of the Incanation on Zoom
We will practice making conscious contact with God by showing up as we are, gathering all of our fears, anxieties, and life circumstances that need special care, and simply bringing them to God. Our time together includes a guided meditation based on an ancient monastic prayer practice, time for intercession, silence, and beautiful ancient chants.
Click here to join on Zoom, Meeting ID: 886 4443 9182
Our program will then continue on a separate Zoom link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83594275064
6:30 pm - Stations of the Cross
7:00 pm - Program on Contemplative Prayer
8:00 pm - Closing Prayer
Lenten Day of Prayer
Saturday, March 9th, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
“There’s a Prayer for That” – The Rev. Deacon Claire D. Mis will lead a quiet day of reflection and prayer for Lent at Trinity Episcopal Church in Northport. A light breakfast will be served. There is no fee for this event. Sign up to join us in person or remotely:
A LENTEN DAY OF PRAYER REGISTRATION
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ADULT CONFIRMATION & RECEPTION | |
Our first meeting will be on Sunday, February 18th at 11:15 am in the Guild Room.
There are many folks that come to our church from different denominations. Have you ever wanted to ask the clergy questions that you might have about the Episcopal Church? Our clergy will be teaching Adult Confirmation and Reception Classes on Sundays in Lent from 11:15-11:45 AM. Youth and Adult Confirmation and Reception to the Episcopal Church will be held on June 6th at 11:00. Please register online below or let Fr. Zach, Deacon Claire or Fr. Duncan know that you are interested.
REGISTER FOR ADULT CONFIRMATION & RECEPTION CLASSES
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ST. PADDY'S DAY CRAFT PACKING | |
Calling all youth, children and families:
Craft Packing Event for Huntington St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Sunday, February 18th after the 10:00 Service
Help us assemble craft packets on February 18th. We will meet in the Great Hall! And then…. Join us to hand them out to all who pass our church on March 10th for the Huntington St. Paddy’s Day parade.
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"In the meantime, the boy Samuel continued to serve the Lord..."
Has your child received her First Holy Communion?
Is he too "old" for Sunday School?
Too "young" for Confirmation?
Being an acolyte is a way to continue a child's christian development, sustain connections and friendships at church, and build a practice of service.
In Lent we encourange any young parishioner to join our acolyte ministry in preparation for Palm Sunday and Easter.
Acolyte training will happen each Sunday with the new acoytes shadowing the more experience ones. To join, please meet Fr. Duncan by the Sacristy in the hallway between the church and the Great Hall on Sunday at 9:45 am. Feel free to contact Fr. Duncan with any questions, (631) 427-1752, ext. 102.
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Join us for our next Young Artists Showcase on Sunday February 25th at 3pm in our beautiful sanctuary. St. John's Music Ministry in continuing its work in supporting young, upcoming musicians by giving them an opportunity perform. To find our more about our music programming, contact Alex Pryrodny our Music Director. No tickets needed. | |
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St. John’s ECW & Youth Group presents Zingo Night on Friday, March 1st in the Great Hall. Pizza will be served at 6:15 pm. Games begin at 7:00 pm. Admission includes pizza, soda & one regular Bingo Card:
$20.00 - Admission per person
$10.00 - Child under 12
Tickets will be sold after Sunday services in the Great Hall. Many great prizes for all ages! All proceeds go to Family Service League to send needy children to Summer Camp.
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Sunday, March 3rd at 5:00 pm - Sound Vocal Jazz Ensemble, directed by Dr. Jennifer Miceli featuring pianist Alex Pryrodny. Join us for an evening of contemporary arrangements of your favorite jazz standards and paying homage to legendary vocal jazz ensembles like Manhattan Transfer; Lambert, Hendricks and Ross; and New York Voices. Inaugural concert of the new Jazz concert series at St. John's Huntington. Tickets $20 Pre-sale/$15 Seniors, Students, Veterans/$30 General Admission on March 3rd.
PRE-SALE TICKETS
A reception will follow the concert. Let's show the community a true St. John's-style reception! If you can help in any way, especially with donations of finger foods, please contact Christine Doré.
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HOLY CROSS LENTEN RETREAT | |
Registration is now open for our 2024 Lenten Retreat to Holy Cross Monastery, March 19th to 21st.
Our program will be "A Lenten Journey to Peace and Well-Being" in keeping with our theme for the season. There will also be quiet, reflective time on the beautful grounds which overlook the Hudson River in West Park, New York.
We will meet at St. John’s on the morning of March 19th and carpool. We will return in the afternoon of March 21st. The cost of the retreat is $220 per person. Space is limited. Registration closes on March 13th. Contact the Parish Office or Fr. Duncan with any questions.
REGISTER ONLINE
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HOPE Ministries is continuing to collect toiletries as well as other needed items for HIHI. Please place your items in the box in the rear of the church. Here is a list of what is most needed: | |
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Toothpaste
Toothbrushes
Soap
Deodorant
Shampoo
Sanitary Wipes
Toilet Paper
Lotion
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Chapstick
Feminine Hygiene products
Socks
Underwear
Coats
Gloves
Bandages
Sunscreen
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ST. JOHN'S NURSERY SCHOOL BABY BLESSINGS DRIVE - Let’s join with our Nursery School to collect baby and toddler supplies for Helping Hand Rescue Mission’s Baby Blessings event. Items needed are listed below. They can also be left in the back of the church in the designated box. | |
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Clothing and shoes
(boy and girl, size NB-5T)
Strollers
Swings
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Cribs
Baby blankets
Bedding
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To learn more about HOPE Ministries, please contact Deacon Claire, (631) 427-1752, ext 104, or cmis@hotmail.com. | |
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Gentle Mat Yoga Classes with Parishioner Alice Weiser (E-RYT-500): Guild Room, Saturdays at 10 am starting March 16.
In keeping with St. John’s theme for the season - "finding peace and well-being” - we are offering gentle yoga classes to quiet the mind and stretch and strengthen the body. All are welcome; modifications will be offered for different levels. Please note: in addition to standing, students will explore poses while seated, on hands and knees, and laying down. Students should be able to comfortably lower to and rise from the mat. Please bring a yoga mat and any other props you like to use (yoga blocks, strap, blanket). Fee: $15 for parishioners, $20 for non-members. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to St. John’s. Questions: please contact Alice Weiser at aliceweiser@mac.com.
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Join us for a Celtic Service is on Sunday, March 17th at 5:00 pm. All are welcome at this contemplative, life-affirming mass with beautiful Celtic music in observance of the Feast of Patrick of Ireland. | |
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Morning Prayer meets at 9:00 am, Monday through Friday on Zoom.
Our short prayer service is followed by some fellowship and discussion. Feel free to join us occasionally to listen and pray, or come more often to participate as a leader or reader, and to start your day with your focus on Christ and a deeper connection with your friends at St. John's.
Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8604114654
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Bible Study meets regularly on Mondays at 6:30 pm on Zoom (https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83373971746) and Tuesdays at 11:00 am in person in the Guild Room. The material covered each Monday evening will be covered on the following Tuesday morning.
In Bible Study we are studying the Gospel of Mark. Participants are encouraged (but not required!) to select just one of the supplemental books for this study: Tim Keller's Jesus is King, N.T. Wright's Mark for Everyone, or Donald English's The Message of Mark. All can be found inexpensively on Amazon or Thriftbooks.
Please reach out to Fr. Zach with any questions, (631) 427-1752, ext. 105.
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On Wednesdays, the church is open from noon to 1 pm for noonday prayer which starts at 12:15 pm. All are welcome. | |
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The Thrift Shop is open 12 - 3 pm, Tuesday, Thursdays, and Saturdays.
To volunteer or find our more, please contact Mary Beth Dieterle, (631) 427-1752, ext 106.
Donations welcome. We accept donations of new or gently used clothing, accessories, and household items. Please no books, furniture, out-dated electronics, or damaged items.
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PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY - Monthly meetings are on the 1st Thursday of each month at 6:30 pm in the Guild Room. Please contact Lynn Hansen for more information.
SPIRITUALITY GROUP - Monthly meetings are on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 5:00 pm in the Canterbury Corner. Contact Patti Aliperti for more information.
ST. HILDA'S GUILD - Weekly meetings are on Tuesdays from 12:30 to 3:00 pm in the Guild Room. Contact Sue Hartman for more information.
RACIAL RECONCILIATION & SOCIAL JUSTICE MINISTRY - For meeting days and times or more information contact Heather Kress.
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PRAYER CONCERNS FOR ST. JOHN'S | |
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We pray for: Jim, Irene, Amy, Kate, Cheryl, Jenni, John, Sue, Nancy, Sue, Kim, Annetta, Gladys, Richard, Anthony, Christian, Joanne, Betty, Richard, Barbara, Christine, Amy, Kara, Geralynn, Diane, Melissa, Marie, Jonas, Sylvia, Tom, Suzy, Diane, Carol, Barry, Carmen, Ebony, April, Ray, Taylor, Mikki, Allison, Justin, Rick, Kelsey, Shannon, Patti, Kim, Sandra, Peter, Kay
Altar Flowers are given in loving memory of Arthur Seymour by Jon and Charlene Seymour.
We will begin a new prayer list Lent. Please send your prayers or updates to prayers@stjohns1745.org, call Coral in the Parish Office, 631-427-1752, est. 101, or click on the link below and complete the online form:
PRAYER LIST FORM
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Thank you for volunteering to serve. | |
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12 Prospect Street
Huntington, New York 11743
(631) 427-1752
stjohns1745.org
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