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| May 22, 2011 | 50th Anniversary Weekend |
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Almost Weekly E-Eagle
Saint John's Episcopal Church
La Verne, CA |
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| Celebrating the First Fifty Years |
 By the grace of God and the faith of those who came before, Saint John's La Verne celebrates the first fifty years of an Episcopal presence in the La Verne-San Dimas area this weekend. Please plan to join the whole community in the grand celebration: Saturday, May 21 12:00 noon-4:00 p.m.
A family picnic on the front lawn. Bring you lawn chairs and shade tents. There will be hamburgers, music and games.
Sunday, May 22 10:00 a.m.
A festive Eucharist with the Right Reverend Diane Jardine Bruce as celebrant and preacher. The morning will include confirmations, the blessing of the peace pole and new banner, honoring our founding members, special music and a brunch reception.
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| May Peace Prevail on Earth |
 The Bishop's Committee has commissioned a Peace Pole for Saint John's as a symbol of who we are as the People of God in this holy place on the occasion of our 50th Anniversary. Peace Poles can be found throughout the world, on all continents and in most cultures. The words are always the same: May Peace Prevail on Earth The languages reflect the community in which each Peace Pole is found. Our Peace Pole uses four languages: English, Spanish, Japanese (in keeping with our Japanese Cherry Trees-another symbol of peace) and Aramaic (believe to be the First Century language of Jesus). Saint John's Peace Pole has been installed in the front of the Church so all those who step on our property will know this is a place of peace, a place where peace is felt, promoted and shared. We are honored to have Bishop Diane bless and dedicate our Peace Pole this Sunday during our 50th Anniversary celebration. |
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| Founding Member to be honored | |
At its May meeting, the Bishop's Committee of Saint John's La Verne passed a motion to honor Mrs. Martha Marsh as our iconic founding member. Mrs. Marsh has been a member of Saint John's for its entire 50 year history and has, thoughout that time, been an example of Godly living and prayerful witnessing. She continues to be a vital part of our congregation, serving on Altar Guild, attending mid week Bible Study and claiming her place amoung the saints of Saint John's each Sunday (Fish Window side, two rows back, 8:00 a.m service :-) ).
Since she is not yet "on line", we can announce it here :-) and look forward to her delighted surprise on Sunday when she is presented with a very special Vicenti Award for "iconic service to her Lord and witness to her siblings in Christ".
I know you join me in giving thanks for her presence amongts us.
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| Diocesan Sunday |
 What does the Rapture, the 50th Anniversary of Saint John's and Diocesan Sunday have in common? They are all being "celebrated" this weekend! Diocesan Sunday is an annual observance of the mission and ministries that unite us as a Diocese in Southern California. It provides us an opportunity to: Share stories of service from across the six Southland counties that make up the Episcopal Diocese of Los Angeles
Shape the future of the Episcopal Church in our local area
Shine in interfaith unity: as we plan to attend "OneLight" on September 10, 2011 at Los Angeles City Hall.
Ways you can participate: On Facebook--search and "like" the Episcopal Diocese of Los Angeles, check out the Just Action weekly video series on YouTube, log onto www.episcopalnews.com for ongoing stories of hope, healing and peace. Hands in Healing, the peace-making initiative launched by Bishop Bruno in 2002, continues to reach out in education and service. For more information visit: www.handsinhealing.org
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| Honoring those who have served |
 KGK+ invites you to join her in honoring our veterans: We will gather at the Saint John's parking lot on
Saturday, May 28 at 8:00 a.m.
to caravan out to Riverside National Cemetery where we will join others in placing flags at gravesites and memorial markers of veterans in observance of Memorial Day. What you need to bring: good walking shoes, filled water bottles, sunscreen and/or hat, money for lunch afterwards. Don't forget to wear you new Saint John's t-shirts!
We should return to La Verne by early afternoon. If you are coming from Chino, you can meet up with us at the National Cemetery. Plan to arrive by 9:00 a.m. The National Cemetery is located off the Van Buren exit of the 215 freeway.
RSVP by calling the Church office or sending an email to vicar@stjohnslaverne.org.
Then, on Monday, May 30, KGK+ has been asked by the American Legion of Glendora to give the benediction at Oakdale Memorial Park located on the corner of Grand Avenue and Gladstone Street. The Oakdale Memorial Observance will begin at 10:00 a.m. |
| Barefoot Sunday-June 5 |
 Bring your gently used or new shoes for Soles4Souls, an international organization that redistributes shoes throughout the world. Some shoes stay in our own neighborhood, some will be sent to Haiti, some to Japan, some to South America and some to Africa. Where there are bare-feet in need of protection, our shoes will go. Visit www.soles4souls.org for more information. |
| Upcoming and Ongoing Events | |
June 5-Contemporary Music Sunday. Calling all musicians! Join Ric, Steve and Deacon Ann at the piano bench at 9:15 for rehersal.
June 4-5 Spring Rummage Sale. Sponsored by the ECW, the Spring Rummage sale provides a way for local residents to get needed household items and clothing at affordable prices by recycling, and redistributing gently used items and gathering funds for various outreach projects--Rummage Sales on average bring $1,800-$2,200 for ECW. Set up times, when able-bodied persons are needed are Saturday May 28 at 4:00 p.m., Sunday, May 29, following the 10:00 a.m. service.
June 12-Practice the Tithe Sunday. A special offering on Practice the Tithe Sunday as we are called to prayerfully consider what we earn on average each week and then offer 10% of that week's earnings back to God. This affords us opportunity to grow into the biblical mandate and all that implies while providing the Church with a much needed "bump" heading into the sumemr months.
Each Tuesday Evening 7:00 p.m. Dessert and Discussion a small group study on topics of theology, ethics, current events and such. Our current study is Brian McClaren's Naked Spirituality
June 15 Monthly Communtiy Meal 6:00 p.m. June's Community Meal is sponsored by the Youth Group and will included a BBQ and Movie on the Front Lawn.
1st and 3rd Sundays Career Crossroads a forum of spiritual support, sharing and learning for those in career transition meets with Deacon Barrett Van Buren and Vashti Bliss after the 10:00 a.m. service. |
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Looking forward to worship and celebration this weekend.
Peace to you,
Mother Kelli Grace
The Reverend Canon Kelli Grace Kurtz, Vicar
Saint John's Episcopal Church
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