"To know Christ and to make Him known . . . " | |
The Weekly Sunday Bulletin of
St. John’s Episcopal Church | |
This week has been a very somber week as we said goodbye to Mary White and Marie Gilles. Trusting in our sure hope as Christians, we know that we will see them again and we continue to hold their families in our prayers.
This Sunday, we welcome back Fr. Dan Ade into our pulpit for all Sunday services and as celebrant for the 10 am service. Fr. Dan helped us out last year by doing supply work during Fr. Duncan's sabbatical. Fr. Mark Kowalewski will be with us the following week. Fr. Dan and Fr. Mark are ministry partners leading the Incarnation Chapel in Carle Place. We welcome them both to our community!
As we continue John's Bread of Life discourse this week, I have been especially nourished by Vacation Bible Camp (I feel "School" gives kids the wrong impression!). We have been meeting Jesus in various points of his ministry, the temple, the beach, the Sea of Galilee, among others. The children have given some great insight into who Jesus is for them and where they meet him. We are excited to showcase the musical soon at St. John's in Huntington.
Yours in Christ,
Fr. Zach
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The Lessons
Proverbs 9:1-6
Psalm 34:9-14
Ephesians 5:15-20
John 6:51-58
Join us for 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 - After Pentecost
10:00 am - Rite II Choral Eucharist - Baptism
Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86739553648
Facebook Live Stream: https://www.facebook.com/stjohns1745
Bulletin: Rite II HE - After Pentecost
The Music
Opening: 420 When in our music God is glorified, vs 1-3
Sequence: LEVAS 117 I'm going-a sing when he Spirit says, vs 1-2
Offertory anthem: LEVAS 150 Jesus, the Bread of Life, vs 1-2
Communion: 325 Let us break bread together
Recessional: 594 God of grace and God of glory
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A NEW MISSION STATEMENT FOR ST. JOHN'S |
Our current mission statement, adopted in the 1980ies and featured at the top of the Chalice and on our website under “Our Mission” is:
“To Know Christ and to Make Him Known…”
As part of the Vestry’s efforts to renew and refresh our shared identity and move with purpose and new direction, we want to invite all who attend St John’s come up with a new mission statement.
We ask you to think deeply about what St John’s is doing right now and what God is calling St. John’s church to do. What are the strengths of this church and how can its presence impact the future?
Your statement doesn’t have to be poetic. We are looking for a sentence or two that will capture the strength of this church and how it might impact and build our church community for the future.
Please consider participating. Write alone or with a group. There is no limit to how many times you can submit. Click on this link to sumbit your mission statement online:
NEW MISSION STATEMENT ONLINE FORM
OR you dowload the form by clicking the link below and place in the box marked “MISSION STATEMENT” at the back of the church.
DOWNLOAD NEW MISSION STATEMENT SUBMISSION FORM
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Anyone interested in helping with St. John's organic garden outreach ministry, The Garden of Grace, there will be a meeting on Sunday, August 18th in Deacon Claire's office (the Canterbury Corner) immediately following the 10:00 am service.
For more information about the Garden of Grace organic garden, please reach out to Fr. Duncan or Deacon Claire.
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STEP RIGHT UP! VBS & CHOIR CAMP |
Join us for WEEK 2 of Vacation Bible School & Choir Camp, August 19-23 at St. John's Church in Cold Spring Harbor. Camp promises to be an awesome week full of fun activities, tons of arts and crafts projects, and musical excitement. St. John's, Cold Spring Harbor and St. John's, Huntington are collaborating for double the fun!
You can participate in just 1 week of camp, although it may influence which roles you can be cast in. Campers can also participate without being cast in a role if they don't want to perform.
Location: St. John's Church, 1670 Rte 25A, Cold Spring Harbor
Hours: 10am-2pm
Ages: Open to grades K-6
Cost for 2 weeks: $150/child, $300/family (scholarships available)
Food: Lunch provided
REGISTER
SAVE THE DATE: On Sunday, September 15th at the 10 am service, the VBS campers will perform the musical, "Step Right Up!" at St. John's, Huntington.
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THE SPIRITLIFTERS IN THE GARDEN OF BLESSINGS | Mike Tomek's contemporary Christian music band, The Spiritlifters, will be playing live in the Garden of Blessings on Saturday, September 7th starting at 1:30 pm. | |
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION REGISTRATION |
SUNDAY SCHOOL WELCOME BACK! - On September 8th, we will begin the Christian Education school year with our annual Meet & Greet and in-person registration. Please join us in the Canterbury Corner at 9:40 am for group activities and a chance to reconnect after the summer break.
FIRST HOLY COMMUNION - First Communion will be on Sunday, April 27, 2025, at the 10:00 am service. All those interested in First Holy Communion in the spring must attend Sunday School beginning in the fall. First Holy Communion classes will begin in January.
CONFIRMATION - This year, Confirmation class will meet once a month on Sundays at 12:00 pm beginning October 20th. Those interested in Confirmation should attend our Confirmation Retreat Day on Saturday, September 21st, 10:30 am to 4:00 pm at St. John’s Church, Cold Spring Harbor. Confirmation is planned for the spring of 2025. Classes are open to youth, 7-12 graders.
YOUTH GROUP - Our Youth Group will meet every other Sunday at 6:30-8:30 pm. St. John's is partnering with St. John’s, Cold Spring Harbor and Trinity, Northport for regular meetings and joint activities. Our first meeting will be on September 8th at St. John’s, Huntington. There are also community service opportunities throughout the year.
PRE-REGISTER ONLINE
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St. John's Cemetery Committee has been hard at work revitalizing St. John's Cemetery on Park Avenue in Huntington (across from Huntington Hospital).
We have installed a beautiful, new sign which will be dedicated on Sunday, September 8th at 11:45 am. We invite all parishioners and any family that has a loved one buried in our historic cemetery to join us for this dedication.
Please reach out to Patti Aliperti for more information.
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Evensong is an ancient traditional Anglican/Episcopal service of evening prayers, psalms, biblical readings and canticles, chanted in a choral setting. Please join us Thursday, September 12th at 7:00 pm in the church.
All are welcome! Join us to pray for our broken world in need of healing, through the gift of music!
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Join us the Annual Parish Picnic on Sunday, September 22nd from 12:00-3:00 pm at the Senior Beach House at Centerport Beach, 239 Little Neck Road, Centerport. This will be a wonderful chance for all of us to meet our newcomers. The Youth Group will organize fun activities for the children and families.
Please bring your favorite salad or dessert:
· Last names beginning A thru M - salad
· Last names beginning N thru Z - dessert
Hot dogs, hamburgers and soft drinks will be provided by the Breakfast Group and the ECW. Don’t forget to bring a beach chair and umbrella!
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Our annual Harvest Fair will take place on Saturday, October 19th 10am to 4pm.
Ways you can HELP US TO HELP OTHERS:
- Make a craft – woodworking items, Christmas decorations, homemade soap, sachets or potpourri are just suggestions. Use your creativity!
- Offer your vacation home\timeshare week for the Silent Auction.
- Donate new unused gifts you have received for the Silent Auction.
- Request a donation for a Corporate Sponsorship from the place where you work.
- Ask stores, restaurants, etc. for gift certificates for a gift basket or donate $$ to create one.
- Give your gently used clothing or bric-a-brac a second life at the Thrift Shop and White Elephant.
- Volunteer to work a table, or help before and after to set up/clean up.
- Purchase Raffle Tickets - check you mailbox next week!
- Invite your friends and family to shop, dine and visit our beautiful, historic church.
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Become a Harvest Fair Patron. Contact Chris Boccia for more info.
To volunteer or learn more, contact Carol Goldbaum, ECW President.
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Monday Bible Study meets at 6:30 pm on Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83373971746. In August, we will be discussing Flannery O'Connor's The Violent Bear It Away, a classic example of the Southern Gothic genre with heavy Christian themes. Hope you can join us!
Tuesday Bible Study meets at 11:00 am in person in the Guild Room and continue our study of the upcoming Sunday's lectionary readings. The readings can be found on The Lectionary Page:https://www.lectionarypage.net/.
Please reach out to Fr. Zach with any questions, (631) 427-1752, ext. 105.
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HOPE Ministries, St. John’s community outreach program, is involved in two special programs at this time:
FOOD PANTRY COLLECTION FOR HELPING HANDS RESCUE MISSION
"For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink..."
-Matthew 25:35
We continue to collect the following items for Helping Hands Rescue Mission each week. The bin is set up by the Prospect Street entrance to the church and will be emptied after the final service on Sundays for delivery. Thank you ahead of time for all of your contributions!!
- Non-perishable food items
- Toiletry items
- Eventually as it becomes ready: Produce from our very own Garden of Grace
Thank you to Gayle Brady for making regular deliveries to Helping Hands. Any questions, please see Gayle or Deacon Claire.
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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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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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On Wednesdays, the church is open from noon to 1 pm for noonday prayer which starts at 12:15 pm. All are welcome. | |
ST. JOHN'S WADDLERS WALK ON WEDNESDAYS |
Wednesdays at 4 pm & 6 pm
Meet us by the Heckscher Museum of Art in Heckscher Park in Huntington for a walk in the park. Movement is a key component of "Whole Health," a way of self-care, and a chance to take steps towards your personal sense of peace and well-being.
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PRAYER CONCERNS FOR ST. JOHN'S | |
We prayer for: Jim, Irene, Debra, Amy, Kate, Cheryl, Richard, Barbara, Lynn, Cole, Luke, Brooke, Christine, Amy, Kim, Suzanne, Geralynn, Raymond, Eileen, Kristin, Coralis, David, Irene, Leslie, Brandon, Shelley, Regan, Spring, Brindi, Scott, Jenny, Susan, Muriel, Hortense, Jean, Hal, Vi
Please send your prayers or updates to prayers@stjohns1745.org, call Coral in the Parish Office, 631-427-1752, ext. 101.
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Just a reminder that all parish events and building use must be submitted to the Parish Office and be approved by the rector.
CLICK HERE TO VIEW ST. JOHN'S CALENDAR
Notices for events to run in the Chalice, to post on the website and social media must be received by the Parish Administrator by 9:00 am on the Tuesday prior to publication.
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ECW MEETING - Help us to help others! The next meeting will be on Sunday, August 25th at 11:15 am in the Guild Room. We are preparing for the upcoming Harvest Fair! Contact Carol Goldbaum, ECW President for more information.
PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY - Learn how to knit or crochet a prayer shawl in this loving, supportive group. Our next meeting will be on Thursday, September 5th at 6:30 pm in the Guild Room. Please contact Lynn Hansen for more information.
RACIAL RECONCILIATION & SOCIAL JUSTICE MINISTRY - For meeting days and times or more information contact Heather Kress.
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 - Join us for crafts, sewing, and friendship. Weekly meetings are on Tuesdays from 12:30 to 2:30 pm in the Guild Room. Contact Sue Hartman for more information.
VESTRY MEETING - Tuesday, September 17th at 6:30 pm in the Guild Room and on Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87350494837.
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SUNDAY MINISTERS' SCHEDULE | Thank you for volunteering to serve! | |
Anyone interested in joining the Sunday service ministers' roster, please reach out to Fr. Duncan or Fr. Zach. | |
St. John's Episcopal Church
12 Prospect Street
Huntington, New York 11743
(631) 427-1752
stjohns1745.org
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