We are pleased to announce the appointment of Kevin Page as our assistant orgainist and choirmaster. Kevin began studying the piano with Susan Nations when he was in second grade. In fourth grade, he joined the choir of St. John's. Always fascinated by the organ, he rarely got the chance to play. Eventually, he was allowed to play the instrument in church. This enabled him to explore the organ with no restraints. Kevin was determined to play it correctly and so he took lessons from Simon Morley. He has played at many occasions at St. John's, including the Christmas Eve Pageant, Advent Lessons and Carols and, more recently, the ordination of our curate, Stefanie Taylor. 
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Scheduled Events
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Thu, Sep 15
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Fri, Sep 16
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Sun, Sep 18
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Mon, Sep 19
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Tue, Sep 20
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Wed, Sep 21
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Thu, Sep 22
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Sun, Sep 25
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Mon, Sep 26
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Sun, Oct 2
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 Please Join Us Sunday School starts in its usual fashion this Sunday. There are classes and ministries available for parishioners of all ages.  Class Room Assignments
0-2 year olds - Nursery w/
babysitters 3-4 year olds - Room 123 5-6 year olds - Room 124 2nd-3rd grade - Room 128 4th -5th grade - Room 126
aka "THE 45 CLUB" 6th, 7th & 8th grade -
downstairs Discovery house 9th,10th, 11th & 12th -
upstairs Discovery House Adult Education The Round Table discusses topics including current events and theology. - Meets in the Library The Forum will hear speakers and address topics of Christian concern in a variety of areas throughout the year. The first six sessions will be presented by our curate, the Reverend Stefanie Taylor, and her husband, Arthur. - Meets in the Parish Hall
F.A.T.H.E.R.S. discusses and helps prioritize the important aspects of life including relationships with spouses, children and God. Dads of all ages are welcome. - Meets in the Headmaster's Office The Parents' Ministry, led by Julie Sunich, focuses on relevant universal aspects of Christian families as they face the challenges of life. Topics vary from week to week. No preparation is required. - Meets in the Lowry Room Newcomer Photos  If you are new to St. John's, we want to add your picture to our newcomer gallery. Come to the Garth (courtyard) this Sunday, September 18th, after the 7:45 AM or 9:00 AM service to have your picture taken
If you would like to be included in next week's Scroll please email all content to Lionel Lowry at stjohnstampa@gmail.com . |
| Wednesday, September 14 - Holy Cross Day
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12:15 AM
| The Holy Eucharist Rite II (Chapel) |
| 6:30 PM |
Potluck Supper / Bible Study
First Light-Jesus and the Kingdom of God:
Why did Jesus happen where and when he happened? Why then? Why there? The Wednesday Night group will explore these and other questions in First Light - Jesus and Kingdom of God, a 12-session DVD study of the historical Jesus and the Kingdom of God led by John Dominic Crossan and Marcus Borg, two of the world's leading Jesus scholars, on location throughout Galilee and Jerusalem. The Wednesday Night group is open to everyone.
 We begin with a potluck dinner at 6:30 PM in the Rudisill Parish Hall, followed by a one-hour study and discussion session. Join us! For more information contact Nicholas Nitch at 813.221.6253.
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| Thursday, September 15
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| 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM | The Holy Eucharist Rite II & Healing (Chapel) |
12:15 PM
| Noonday Prayer (Chapel)
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| Friday, September 16
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12:15 PM
| Noonday Prayer (Chapel)
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| Sunday, September 18
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| 7:45 AM | The Holy Eucharist, Rite I (Church)
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| 9:00 AM | The Holy Eucharist, Rite II (Church)
Children's Chapel (Parish Hall)
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| 10:15 AM |  Sunday School Children & Adult
See the top of this newsletter for details.
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10:15 AM
|  Sandwich Sunday (Parish Hall)
Join us as we prepare lunches for Faith Café. Your participation is appreciated.
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Faith Café Outreach
 Please bring any of the following items to help stock the kitchen at Faith Café. Each church in the group of South Tampa Ecumenical Ministeries (STEM), who feeds the needy, takes a monthly turn in supplying paper goods. September is ours, so let's be generous. Bring the supplies to the Garth in between services. Some of our regular volunteers will collect them to take to the Kennedy Avenue location.
1. Divided Styrofoam dinner plates
2. Styrofoam soup bowls
3. 16 oz Solo cups
4. Paper napkins
5. Paper towels
6. Plastic knives, spoons, and forks
7. Small Styrofoam coffee cups
8. Disposable gloves
For further information, contact Hugh Cruse (813-758-7606) or Mary Jane Schenck (837-9428).
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11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
| The Holy Eucharist, Rite I (Church)
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| 2:30 PM |
F.A.T.H.E.R.S.
Join us at Pinarama for our annual Bowling Bash. Bring your kids! Contact lionel@firsthook.com
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5:30 PM -
7:00 PM
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(Youth House)
Join us for food, fellowship and fun!
Grades 6 - 8
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| Monday, September 19
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| 12:15 PM |
Noonday Prayer (Chapel)
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6:30 PM -
8:30 PM
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Dave Ramsey's Financial Peace University
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Dave Ramsey's Financial Peace University
is a 13-week (through December 12th) video-based small group study that teaches families how to beat debt, build wealth, and give like never before. Whether you are well-off or struggling, this program offers practical and relevant wisdom on saving, debt and investing.
Virginia Gregory, a member of our congregation, is coordinating this 13-week course for our parish and anyone in the greater Tampa area that is interested. The group will meet in the Peterson Room at the Plant Avenue campus of St. John's School, 240 Plant Avenue,
The only cost to participants will be a $100 charge for materials provided by the Dave Ramsey organization. Please speak with Fr. Randy Hehr if you need a partial scholarship to cover this cost.
Please sign up for the course by calling the parish office at 259.1570 or emailing dhuelsman@stjohnstampa.org.
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| Tuesday, September 20
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6:45 AM -
8:00 AM |
Contemporary Women's Bible Study
 CWBS meets in the Peterson Room at the Plant Avenue Campus (St. John's Middle School).
We are doing an eight-week study, "Lessons for Today's Disciples." Each lesson is designed in a stand-alone format so that participants who cannot attend every session will be able to participate. All women are invited to join. After a light breakfast, scripture and selected topics of interest are explored. If you do not have an entry code for the Middle School campus, contact Kathleen Moore at 813.221.6253 or kathleenmarymoore@gmail.com.
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11:45 AM -
1:00 PM
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The Women's Mid-day Bible Study
We will gather in the John Peterson Adult Education Room on the third floor of the Middle School campus, 240 Plant Ave., to continue our study of John's Gospel. The Rev. Eric Kahl of St Mary's Episcopal Church will guide our study of "The Farewell Discourse, Part 1," (John 14:1 - 15:17).
We invite all women of the parish to join us. Each session is meaningful and enlightening, so don't let your inability to attend every session be an obstacle to your attending.
If you would like to participate in a sandwich and salad lunch at a cost of $5, please email Joan McKay at mckayjhm@aol.com. You are also welcome to bring your lunch or eat at another time, in which case no advance notice is needed. We look forward to welcoming you.
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12:15 PM
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Noonday Prayer (Chapel)
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4:00 PM
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 The St. John's Book Club (Lowry Room)
Betsey Marlowe will lead the discussion of Cutting for Stone by Abraham Verghese. The book is available in the parish office. We welcome new members or anyone who would like to attend.
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6:00 PM -
7:30 PM
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St. John's Career Transition Ministry
 St. John's Career Transition Ministry meets the third Tuesdayof every month from 6:30 to 7:30 PM in the parish hall.
Anyone who is searching for work or considering a career change is welcome. If you have questions or would like to attend, please e-mail the group's leader, Walter Hardenstine, at whardenstine@hotmail.com, or phone Fr. Randy Hehr at 259.1570.
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| Wednesday, September 21
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6:00 PM -
9:00 PM |
Education for Ministry
EfM is a four year theological seminar based out of University of the South School of Divinity. The St. John's chapter is beginning its term September 21. The seminar meets weekly throughout the school year on Wednesday nights from 6-9 PM.
The course requires three hours of study a week and there is a tuition requirement. There are two spots open for Year One: 'The Old Testament'. If you would like to hear more, please contact Joe Timberlake at 833.4920 or joe.stmarysyouth@gmail.com.
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| Thursday, September 22
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12:00 PM -
1:00 PM |
 Meals on Wheels
St. John's parishioners are invited to "Nourish at Noon" at the Meals on Wheels office, on Thursday, September 22, from 12:00 to 1:00 PM The visit includes lunch (the meal the clients receive on that day) and provides an opportunity to meet the dedicated MOW staff, tour their kitchen, and learn about this valuable program and the various ways YOU could be of service.
Meals on Wheels is located at 550 West Hillsborough Avenue, approximately 15 minutes from St. John's. Those wanting to carpool should meet at St. John's at 11:30. To sign up for "Nourish at Noon", contact Peggy Curlin at pcurlin@verizon.net or call the church office.
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| Sunday, September 25
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10:30 AM
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Care Giver Support Group
 A Care Giver Support Group has been formed for those who are taking care of parents, spouses or others by providing ongoing care. The purpose of the group is to share experiences, resources and support for those in a similar situation.
We meet on the second and fourth Sundays of the month at 10:30 AM following the 9:00 AM service in room 08 upstairs across from the library. Contact Susan Boyd at seboyd@verizon.net or MC Jenkins at BucsJenkins@aol.com if you have questions.
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| Monday, September 26
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| 5:30 PM |
The Outreach Committee
Located in the Lowry Room on the 4th Monday of each month.
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| Sunday, October 2
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| 6:30 PM |
The Circle
Fall Kick-Off
at the home of Vera and Chris Farmen
Co-hosted by Vicki and David Malizia
125 Baltic Circle, Davis Islands
The Circle, where faith, fellowship and friendship are unbroken, is a group of adult members of St. John's who enjoy gathering regularly for potluck dinner, drinks, and community building in members' homes.
To join The Circle or for more information, please contact Betsy Graham at betsygraham@verizon.net or India Witte at iwitte@tampabay.rr.com.
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