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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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FAITH CAFÉ NEEDS YOUR HELP
We must vacate our current location by July 31 and are making every effort to find a temporary site in order to avoid interruption in providing our  lunchtime meal. This meal is vital to our community members in need. Faith Café will continue to offer the noon-time food to the best of our ability, as soon as we complete the arrangements for a temporary location. We will keep everyone informed.
Any help you might offer in locating an appropriate facility that would be available for a maximum of six months will be deeply appreciated. Please contact Mary Jane Schenck at mjschenck@ut.edu or Hugh Cruse at hugh.cruse@gmail.com with any information.
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Guest Celebrant: Fr. John Peterson
Father John Peterson will be the celebrant at all three services on Sunday, July 29. We are so pleased to welcome him back to the altar where he served faithfully as rector for more than 20 years.
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Youth, Get Ready to Rock the Universe!
Saturday, September 8
St. John's Youth (grades 6-12), you are invited to attend the Christian music event of the year!! Universal Studios will shut down the park for youth groups from all over to enjoy fellowship together and ride all the rides they want!
Where: Universal Studios Orlando
When: Departure from the Youth House on the School's Middle Division Campus at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 8.
Cost: $75.05 for the ticket, plus pocket money for dinner and snacks (no need for more than $20). Price includes charter bus and driver.
How do I sign up? Send your check or cash for the ticket to Stefanie Taylor at the church with the name of the young person wishing to attend by August 25. This deadline is firm, we cannot accept late reservations, as the bus must be reserved by this date.
Return Time: Youth will return to the Youth House at 3:00 a.m. Sunday, September 9 for a lock-in until 6:00 a.m. Pick up is at 6:00 a.m.Sunday, September 9.
Mother Taylor's Contact Info: staylor@stjohnstampa.org, 917.921.6434
Note: Due to Mother Taylor's advanced pregnancy, she will NOT be attending this trip. Chaperones will be Page Pearson (Mother Taylor's sister and one of the chaperones from the summer Middle School mission trip), Coach Chris Sopko (coach and teacher at the School's Middle Division), our assistant organist and School music teacher Nick Herrin, and Nick's girlfriend, LeeAnna Avila. Parents may also be asked to chaperone if needed.
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"Baseball with the Bishop"
Friday, September 7, 7:10 p.m., Tropicana Field
Join us for "Baseball with the Bishop" on September 7, when the Rays play the Rangers! The game starts at 7:10 p.m.; gates open at 5:10 p.m. Lower Level tickets are $20 ($25 value). A portion of each ticket sold will benefit the Episcopal Charities Fund. Please RSVP by bringing your check, made payable to St. John's, to the parish offices by Monday, August 20. This is a great opportunity for fellowship and a way to support our diocesan outreach!
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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 25
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12:15 p.m.-
12:45 p.m.
| Noonday Prayer (Chapel)
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6:30 p.m.
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Wednesday Nights at St. John's
(Rudisill Parish Hall)
Following a shared potluck dinner, Diana & Jack Overton will present the continuation of a series on parables, including a short DVD movie, commentary by the Overtons, and discussion by the group.
When Jesus taught about life's toughest issues, he used short, simple stories. Rob Bell's modern "parables" on film follow his lead, featuring concise, powerful 10- to 14-minute DVDs. Wherever he went, whatever he did, Jesus started discussions about what matters most, because for Jesus, God is always inviting us to open our eyes and join in.
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| Thursday, July 26
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10:00 a.m. -
10:30 a.m.
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The Holy Eucharist (Rite II) and Healing
(Chapel)
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11:45 a.m. -
12:45 p.m.
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St. John's Men's Thursday Bible Study and Lunch
(Peterson Room, School Middle Division Campus)
John Giordano will facilitate this week's session on Truth, using 2 John. Sandwiches will be provided for $5 per person. Newcomers are always welcome in this group, so please invite a friend to join us. Please e-mail mkconstcorp@aol.com or phone Marie at 831.4696 if you plan to attend, and let us know if would like to participate in lunch. Parking is in the school's lot across Plant Street under the Selmon Expressway.
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12:15 p.m. -
12:30 p.m.
| Noonday Prayer (Chapel)
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Friday, July 27
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12:15 p.m.
| Noonday Prayer (Chapel)
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| Sunday, July 29
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Our Rector Emeritus, John Peterson, will
be the celebrant at all three services today.
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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 (new location: Rudisill Parish Hall)
The Roundtable will meet throughout the summer between the 9:00 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. 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 30
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9:30 a.m.
| Pastoral Care Meeting (Lowry Room)
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12:15 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.
| Noonday Prayer (Chapel)
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| Tuesday, July 31
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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)
Women of St. John's and their friends of any denomination 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. This week's scripture verses are from Isaiah, Chapters 34 and 35.
The CWBS study of Isaiah continues through August 14. There will be no meetings on August 21, 28, or September 4. The group will resume on September 11 with a study of the "General Letters" of the New Testament. Beginning on December 4 (start of Advent), the study of Isaiah will resume with Isaiah 2, 40 - 66.
Contact Kathleen Moore at 221.6253 or kathleenmarymoore@gmail.com with questions.
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12:45 p.m.
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