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We are always looking for church-related pictures to share with the congregation. Submit them to LLowry@stjohnstampa.org
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Evangelism: Evangelism is sharing the Good News of God in Christ by word and example, inviting others to become part of the Christian community, and welcoming all people into a loving Christian fellowship.
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 Happy Independence Day!Please note, the parish offices will be closed for the Independence Day holiday today, Wednesday, July 4, and tomorrow, Thursday, July 5. |
Independence Day and the Church Proper Psalms, Lessons, and Prayers were first appointed for this national observance in the Proposed Prayer Book of 1786. They were deleted, however, by the General Convention of 1789, primarily as a result of the intervention of Bishop William White. Though himself a supporter of the American Revolution, he felt that the required observance was inappropriate, since the majority of the Church's clergy had, in fact, been loyal to the British crown. Believe it or not, it was not until the revision of 1928 that provision was again made for the liturgical observance of the day. The prayer for today from Lesser Feasts and Fasts is as follows: Lord God Almighty, in whose Name the founders of this country won liberty for themselves and for us, and lit the torch of freedom for nations then unborn; Grant that we and all the people of this land may have grace to maintain our liberties in righteousness and peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
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Rudisill Parish Hall Floor Refinishing
As part of our summertime sprucing of the physical plant, the parish hall floor will be refinished during the week of July 16. Please note that no classes or meetings can be held there during this time. The project will be complete by Saturday, July 21.
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Reverend Sandino Sánchez Visit: July 15
 On Sunday, July 15, we will welcome, as our guest preacher at all three services, the Reverend Canon Sandino Sánchez from the Dominican Republic. Fr. Sanchez is known by many St. John's parishioners who have been involved in our diocese's companion relationship with the Dominican Republic. Fr. Sánchez is vicar of three congregations, San José, Santo Tomás, and the new mission congregation Monte de Sion (Mount Zion). He is also rector of the San José Episcopal School and the Bishop Isaac Home for the Elderly.
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Your Prayers Needed: Triennial Episcopal Convention
The triennial Convention of the Episcopal Church is meeting in Indianapolis from July 5 through July 12. Please include in your prayers the bishops and deputies gathered for that week, asking, as we are praying during church services, that "God's Spirit may infuse their hearts and guide all their deliberations and decisions."
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Candle in the Sanctuary Light Available
The candle in the sanctuary light is available on Sunday, July 29. Please contact the parish offices at 259-1570 or parish@stjohnstampa.org if you would like to take this opportunity to worship God and support St. John's.
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Faith Café Needs Clothing
 Please make a donation of t-shirts, lightweight pants, jeans, and walking shorts in sizes L and XL, as well as running shoes, to the men of Faith Café. Donations may be brought to the parish offices. The closet at the Café is nearly empty right now and the men are in great need of hot-weather clothing as our sweltering Florida summer continues.
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Join Our Taskforce to Help Create a New Informal Service 
Adults and youth, please contact either Father Doug Remer at dremer@stjohnstampa.org or Mother Stefanie Taylor at staylor@stjohnstampa.org to join a group that is planning a new Sunday service. The clergy and staff of St. John's would like your help and input on the service, proposed to be held at Price Chapel on the school's Middle Division campus. The new service would be reverent but informal, would include the participation of youth in the service, and would include a variety of music.
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If you would like your information to be included in next week's Scroll, please email all content by Monday at 9:00 a.m.
to Lee Lowry at LLowry@stjohnstampa.org.
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| Wednesday, July 4
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12:15 p.m.-
12:45 p.m.
| The Holy Eucharist (Rite II) (Chapel)
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Wednesday Nights at St. John's:
No Meeting Tonight
We will not meet tonight in honor of the Independence Day holiday. Please join us next week on Wednesday, July 11, to continue our series on modern-day parables led by Diane and Jack Overton. The series is highlighted by DVD presentations of Rob Bell's powerful parables, group discussion, and a shared meal. Please join us, all are welcome!
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| Thursday, July 5
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10:00 a.m. -
10:30 a.m.
| The Holy Eucharist (Rite II) and Healing
(Chapel) |
12:15 p.m. -
12:30 p.m.
| Noonday Prayer (Chapel)
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Friday, July 6
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12:15 p.m.
| Noonday Prayer (Chapel)
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| Sunday, July 8
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7:45 a.m.
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The Holy Eucharist (Rite I) (Church)
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9:00 a.m.
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The Holy Eucharist (Rite II) (Church)
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10:20 a.m.
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The Roundtable (School Library, upstairs)
The Roundtable will meet throughout the summer in the school library between services on Sundays. The group looks at secular issues in the news today and discusses them in relation to the Church and our Christian duties. The discussions are very lively, intellectual, and respectful, and all are invited to join.
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11:15 a.m.
| The Holy Eucharist (Rite I) (Church)
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| Monday, July 9
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12:15 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.
| Noonday Prayer (Chapel)
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| Tuesday, July 10
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6:45 a.m.
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The Contemporary Women's Bible Study
(Peterson Room, St. John's School Middle Division)
The group's study of Isaiah continues this Tuesday morning. 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. Members take turns serving as facilitator. Contact Kathleen Moore at 221.6253 or kathleenmarymoore@gmail.com with questions.
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12:15 p.m. -
12:45 p.m.
| Noonday Prayer (Chapel)
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6:00 p.m.
| Entrepreneur's Group (Rudisill Parish Hall)
The Entrepreneur's Group, which meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month, is looking for 1 or 2 new members. If you are currently an entrepreneur and are interested in joining, please contact Walt Hardenstine at whardenstine@executiveforums.com. |
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Ministry Moment: The Dominican Development Group
Sunday, July 15
On Sunday morning, July 15, we will not only have Father Sandino Sánchez preaching at all three services, we will also hear a Ministry Moment about the Dominican Development Group presented by Sally Thompson. Learn more about our outreach efforts in the Dominican Republic, including the progress on construction of a new church in Santa Fe. |
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