Welcome Newcomers  Martin McKinney
and Leslie Bagli
Leslie from Tampa, and Martin from Orlando, have been looking at various churches and attending St. John's off and on for a year. Martin is a sales rep for a food company and Leslie is in pharmaceutical sales. "Cradle" Episcopalians, they enjoy the beach, diving, wine and cycling.  John Reffue
John, shown with daughter Jessie, is a Speech and Mass Media Professor at HCC originally from Gloversville, NY. He has lived in Tampa for the past 17 years and has been attending St. John's since May 2011.
Meaghan Robertson Born in Charlotte, Meaghan is a long time Tampa resident, attending school at St. John's as a child. She works in the legal field and enjoys football, reading and the beach.  Stephanie Simon
Stephanie, a native of Alabama has been attending St. John's since January of 2011. She works in retail, and enjoys football, reading and going to the beach.  Arthur Taylor
Originally from New York, he moved to Tampa in June, 2011. A psychologist, he is married to Mother Stefanie Taylor. His hobbies are soccer and art. ------ Easy Evangelism Tip: Wear a St. John's shirt. 
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Youth News
 Middle School Youth Group meets every Sunday,
except the last Sunday of the month, from 5:30-7:30 PM at the Youth House. Every Sunday will include fun games, music with Belinda Womack, dinner, and a short but fun message about the Bible. This semester the youth are focusing on the theme: "Prophets: New and Old." Please come join us.
High School Youth Group will meet on the last Sunday of the month at a restaurant for dinner. Information regarding time and place can be found at www.stjohnstampa.org under the "Youth" tab. As we begin to form as a group we will discuss more meeting times and a more developed program. As of now, we are just trying to get to know one another. Please join us as we begin our journey toward growing this fun group!
| 32 high school and middle school youth just went to
Rock the Universe and had a BLAST! |
2011 Every Member Canvass - St. John's Centennial
St. John's will be celebrating its 100th year in 2012. The theme of the 2012 Every Member Canvass is based on scripture from Psalm 100:5
"For the Lord is good, his steadfast love endures for ever,
and his faithfulness to all generations."
Your pledge enables St. John's Episcopal Church continue to fulfill its mission - which began almost 100 years ago.
Pledge cards will be mailed soon.
If you would like to be included in next week's Scroll please email all content to Lionel Lowry at stjohnstampa@gmail.com .
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| Wednesday, September 21
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12:15 AM
| The Holy Eucharist Rite II (Chapel) |
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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6:00 PM -
8:00 PM |
Youth Group Parents' Night (Youth House)
This is a parent only event for the parent's of middle school and high school students.
Join us for fellowship time with drinks and snacks.
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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 22
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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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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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| Friday, September 23
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12:15 PM
| Noonday Prayer (Chapel)
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| Sunday, September 25
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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
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 - Meets in the Library
The Forum - Meets in the Parish Hall
F.A.T.H.E.R.S. - Meets in the Headmaster's Office The Parents' Ministry - Meets in the Lowry Room
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11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
| The Holy Eucharist, Rite I (Church)
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5:30 PM -
7:30 PM
| Youth Group
(Youth House)
Join us for food, fellowship and fun!
Grades 6 - 8
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| Monday, September 26
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| 12:15 PM |
Noonday Prayer (Chapel)
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| 5:30 PM |
 Outreach Committee & Friends of Uganda
The September Outreach Committee meeting will be in the Lowry Room.
On the agenda will be a discussion of activities for the 2011-2012 year, including the Friends of Uganda Committee (which is meeting with Outreach).
Meetings are scheduled for the fourth Monday of each month during the school year. Future scheduled dates for the remainder of 2011 are: October 24th, November 28th, and we usually take a break in December.
If you have any items to be discussed and cannot attend, or for more information, contact Sally Thompson, 254-3009 or tampasal@verizon.net .
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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 27
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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).
The fall session of the Contemporary Women's Bible Study (CWBS) begins on Tuesday, September 27th with the Gospel of John. After the first of the year, we will be studying the book of Isaiah. Although we will be using the Interpretation Bible Studies series, we will be reading all of the chapters, not just those covered in the study guides.
All women of St. John's (and their friends) are invited to join this dynamic group for prayer, lively discussion, faith and fellowship. After a light breakfast, scripture and selected topics of interest are explored in new and creative ways, led by rotating facilitators. Whether you are an introvert or an extrovert, appreciate the big picture or delight in detail, this fresh approach to Bible study offers interesting and inspiring insights for everyone as we ponder its meaning for our lives.
If you are new to CWBS and do not have an entry code for the Middle School, contact Kathleen Moore at 813-221-6253 or kathleenmarymoore@gmail.com. We will need to make arrangements for someone to meet you and show you how to get into the building.
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12:15 PM
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Noonday Prayer (Chapel)
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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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| Sunday, October 9
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 The Orleanians
Next event - October 9 at 4 p.m. at Jackson's Bistro on Harbour Island
Come watch the Bucs vs. the 49'ers at Jackson's Bistro as we grow our new group, the Orleanians! The St. John's nursery will be open for childcare during this event.
The Orleanians, St. John's newest group, seeks to build upon our community aspect of St. John's for the youngish generation in their twenties and thirties. Providing an avenue for parishioners to get to know each other better, The Orleanians will grow into a network of friends to compliment the overall long-term experience at St. John's. Low-key get-togethers, with a mix of adult events and kid friendly events, are held every other month.
Contacts are Dax Nelson at 494.0125 or dnelson@daxnelsonlaw.com and Mother Stefanie Taylor at staylor@stjohnstampa.org or 917-921-6434.
Jackson's - 601 S. Harbour Island Blvd., 33602
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 Needed: A flat screen TV for the Parish Hall
Now that the new season of learning is upon us, we are in need of a new flat screen television . Please consider donating a flat screen television for the Parish Hall. We appreciate your help.
Contact Sharon Stoll at harpwings@aol.com
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