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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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First Middle School Youth Group of the Year Reaches Record Number of Young People!
This Sunday, September 16, Mother Stefanie Taylor held the first middle school youth group meeting, and more than 50 youth in grades 6 through 8 attended! Kids enjoyed dinner, had time for fellowship, played games, and heard a Bible lesson. Middle School Youth meets each Sunday except the final Sunday of each month at 5:30 at the Youth House adjacent to the school's Middle Division campus. If you didn't join us this weekend, don't miss out on the fun next Sunday!
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Choir Corner: Summer New York and Washington Trip
As we enjoy the return of our choir gracing our services with their angelic voices, we wanted to recap their triumphant tour to New York City and Washington, DC.  The choir sang a Festal Eucharist on Sunday, June 24, at St. Thomas Church, Fifth Avenue. Click here to go to the St. John's website where you can see a video of the choir rehearsing at St. Thomas. The group then traveled to Washington, where they sang two services of Choral Evensong at the National Cathedral on Monday, June 25, and Tuesday, June 26. Mr. Morley said of the tour: "I was, once again, struck by the ability of our choir to adapt quickly to different acoustical settings and seating arrangements on limited rehearsal time, and our rehearsals were among the most stress free that I can remember for an 'away game,' particularly given that we had one voice per part per side in some cases!" Special thanks from St. John's is due: to the tour committee comprised of Ginny Lindquist, Amy McMaster, Carole Page, and Jeremiah Pederson, who helped Mr. Morley with the planning of the trip (scouting out buses and restaurants and helping construct the  itinerary); to Steve Galloway, who once again collated all the music and transported it for the choir; to Eric Stoll, who gave a very beautiful account of This is the Record of John at St. Thomas - a piece that was particularly appropriate given that the choir was singing for the feast of the Birth of St. John the Baptist; to Ben Graham, who did an outstanding job with the treble solos in Darke in F along with Marty Angiulli, Eric Stoll, and Steve Galloway; Stuart Lindquist, who set just the right tone at the beginning of Wash me throughly of Wesley; to Kevin Page, who played all of the accompaniments at St. Thomas on the Sunday morning with his customary diligence and unflappability; and to Michael Eachon, who went to great lengths to organize a tour of the Capitol Building at very short notice.  Last, but by no means least, this trip would not have been possible without the hours of administration contributed by Sharon Stoll. Sharon has an incredible eye for detail in hotel and restaurant contracts, and spent hours in the office making sure that rooming lists, menus, and a whole host of other details were correct.
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Kids In the Kitchen: Parish Breakfasts Begin
Sunday, September 16 marked the first Parish Breakfast of the year. Chef Dave Kenyon outdid himself, offering two different menu choices. The first, a tribute to our organist and choirmaster Simon Morley, was a British feast of bangers and mash, with toast and eggs.  The second was a traditional Southern me al, including biscuits and gravy, scrambled eggs, and link sausage. The children of the parish helped to prepare and serve the meal, working the buffet line, wrapping silverware, and prepping biscuits and sausages for the oven.
 More than 100 parishioners partook of the breakfast during the hour between the 9:00 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. services. What a great way to share our Christian life and fellowship!
Mark your calendars for the next breakfast on October 21. Parish breakfasts take place on the third Sunday of the month each month from September to May.
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 Cursillo News
Our own Ray Stoll was recently asked to serve on the Secretariat of the Cursillo of Southwest Florida. Cursillos in Christianity is a movement that, through a method of its own, tries to, and through God's grace manages to; enable the essential realities of the Christian to come to life in the uniqueness, originality, and creativity of each person. In becoming aware of their potential and while accepting their limitations, they exercise their freedom by their conviction, strengthen their will with their decision, to propitiate friendship in virtue of their constancy in both their personal and community life. The Secretariat is the governing committee of Cursillo, made up of 9 voting members (two of them are clergy in the diocese), plus two non-voting members: the Treasurer and Recording Secretary. The current Recording Secretary is also a St. John's parishioner, Sharon Stoll. St. John's has more than 50 "cursillistas" (i.e., Cursillo graduates) in our congregation, including Father Remer and Father Hehr.
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RSVP Now!
St. John's Centennial Celebration is Saturday, September 29!
On Saturday, September 29, St. John's Church will celebrate our centennial with a festive evening that begins with the choir's annual benefit concert in the church at 5:00 p.m., and continues at Palma Ceia Golf and Country Club with a reception at 6:15 p.m. and a seated dinner to follow. Please click here to RSVP and purchase tickets to the dinner. For more information, please call the parish offices at 259.1570.
We are also looking for parishioners' help in locating photos of St. John's history. Any baptism, wedding, Easter, or Christmas photos are welcome! We will carefully scan and return them in the same condition, or please email jpg-format files to Sally Thompson at tampasal@verizon.net.
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Walking the Mourner's Path: New Session Begins September 25
St John's will offer the program Walking the Mourner's Path beginning next Tuesday, September 25, with group meetings held weekly on Tuesday evenings for eight weeks. The program is designed for individuals who have  experienced the death of a loved one at least 6 months ago. Walking the Mourner's Path is a small group experience whose goal is to help participants begin to heal and find a renewed joy in living. Sessions are held at 7:00 p.m. in the School's Lower Division Library, upstairs at the Orleans campus; the last session is on Tuesday, November 13. For more information, contact Fr. Randy Hehr or Jan Elliott in the parish offices at 259.1570 or click here to find more information at St. John's website.
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Having a Baby? The Newborn Celebration Ministry Wants to Know!
If you or someone you know in our parish is welcoming a baby into the family, please let us know. St. John's loves our little ones and we want to celebrate them by bringing the family a meal and our best wishes! 
If you would like to be part of the ministry, the volunteers of the Newborn Celebration Ministry would love your assistance. Please contact Tweed Eckhard at 251-3887 or Vera Farmen at 434.6771 to participate or to share the happy news of a new baby in our parish family.
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Flowers Available
The flowers at the church altar are available on Sunday, October 7. Please call the parish offices at 259.1570 if you would like to take this opportunity to honor a loved one and support St. John's.
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to Lee Lowry at LLowry@stjohnstampa.org.
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| Wednesday, September 19
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12:15 p.m.-
12:45 p.m.
| The Holy Eucharist (Rite II) (Chapel)
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 6:30 p.m.
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Wednesday Nights at St. John's
This week, the Wednesday night group continues a three-part DVD series titled The Story Of Anglicanism. The roots of the Anglican tradition are traced from ancient and medieval foundations, through the Reformation and its consequences, with implications for creating a global family. Part I: Ancient and Medieval Foundations - The roots of our tradition are traced in the evolution and mission and ministry of the pre-Reformation English Church. Part II: Reformation and Its Consequences - Henry VIII's often misunderstood break with papal authority initiates the shaping of classical Anglicanism. Part III: Creating a Global Family - The Anglican genius for adaptation is seen in its response to the modern world and its evolution into a worldwide communion.
Bring your covered dish, favorite study Bible, and an open heart and mind for wonderful fellowship and stimulating conversation. For further information email Winkie or Paul Game at pgamefla@aol.com.
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| Thursday, September 20
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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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12:15 p.m. -
12:30 p.m.
| Noonday Prayer (Chapel)
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Friday, September 21
The Feast of St. Matthew, Apostle and Evangelist
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 Feast Day Facts: Matthew, one of Jesus' disciples, is probably to be identified with Levi, a tax collector mentioned by Mark and Luke. Matthew was called early in Jesus' ministry, but that he wrote the Gospel that bears his name is seriously doubted by scholars. Ironically, despite this, most art depicting St. Matthew shows him writing that titular book (as in the stained glass to the left, which is in St. Matthew's Lutheran Church in Charleston, SC). It is, however, generally accepted that his "logia" or "sayings of Jesus" have been included in that Gospel.
Tradition has it that Matthew, having converted many persons to Christianity in Judea, traveled to the East, but there is no certain evidence for this. He has been venerated as a martyr, but the time and circumstances of his death are unknown. |
12:15 p.m.
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| Sunday, September 23
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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)Sunday School for Children (Various)
Children will process from the church during the opening hymn to go to Sunday School and will return later in the service.
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10:15 a.m.
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Adult Sunday School The Roundtable (Lowry Room)
Coffee Hour Fellowship (Rudisill Parish Hall)
Activities for Children (Various)
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11:15 a.m.
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The Holy Eucharist (Rite I) (Church)
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5:30 p.m. -
7:30 p.m.
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Middle School Youth Group (Youth House)The Middle School Youth Group will meet from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. at the Youth House next to the School's Middle Division. Youth Group meets every Sunday except the last Sunday of the month. Dinner is provided by parent volunteers, please contact Mother Taylor if you can help. We hope you will join us! Questions? Mother Taylor, staylor@stjohnstampa.org.
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8:45 p.m.
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High School Bible Study (Youth House)The High School Bible Study will take place from 7:45 - 8:45 p.m. at the Youth House next to the School's Middle Division. Bible Study is on every Sunday except the last Sunday of the month. High School Youth Group meets the last Sunday of every month for fellowship over dinner at a restaurant. We hope you will join us! Questions? Mother Taylor, staylor@stjohnstampa.org.
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| Monday, September 24
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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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5:30 p.m.
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Outreach Committee & Friends of Uganda
(Lowry Room)
The next Outreach Committee meeting is scheduled for Monday, September 24. On the agenda will be a continuation of discussion of activities for the upcoming year, including the Friends of Uganda Committee (which is meeting with Outreach). Meetings are generally scheduled for the fourth Monday of each month during the school year from August to May. If you have any items to be discussed and cannot attend, or for more information, contact Sally Thompson at 254.3009 or tampasal@verizon.net. |
| Tuesday, September 25
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6:45 a.m.
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The Contemporary Women's Bible Study (Peterson Room)
CWBS continues 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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| 6:00 p.m. | The Entrepreneur's Group (Rudisill Parish Hall)
The Entrepreneurs' 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. |
| 7:00 p.m. | Walking the Mourner's Path (Lower Division School Library)
This program is designed for individuals who have experienced the death of a loved one at least 6 months ago. Walking the Mourner's Path is a small group experience whose goal is to help participants begin to heal and find a renewed joy in living. Sessions are held in the School's Lower Division Library, upstairs at the Orleans campus; the last session is on Tuesday, November 13. For more information, contact Fr. Randy Hehr or Jan Elliott in the parish offices at 259.1570 or click here to find more information at St. John's website. |
| Wednesday, September 26
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FATHERS Ministry: "The Encouraging Parent"
Fathers young and old are invited to Paul Carastro's home (4501 Datura Avenue, Tampa, 33611) on September 26 at 7:00 p.m. to be a part of this informative discussion about being an encouraging parent. Topics include discipline, nurturing children's strengths, and more.
The FATHERS Ministry is a fun group where the members are focused on encouraging one another to be better fathers, husbands, and Christians. They put together activities for their kids, spouses, and the congregation, meet socially, and host the annual FATHERS camping trip. FATHERS is an acronym for "Fathers Accountable to Healthy Enduring Relationships and Spirituality." New members are always welcome. Questions? Email Lionel Lowry at lionel@firsthook.com.
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| Friday, September 28
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The Soirée
Friday, September 28, 7:00 p.m.
The Home of Anne & Jim Voss
5020 Bayshore Boulevard, #401
Bring your favorite beverage and an hors d'oeuvre to share.
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| Saturday, September 29
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St. John's Centennial Celebration Dinner!
Please click here to go to the invitation for the Centennial Celebration.
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| Sunday, September 30
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High School Youth Group (PDQ)
The High School Youth Group will meet at PDQ for dinner and conversation on Sunday, September 30 at 6:00 p.m. We hope you will join us!
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| Tuesday, October 2
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Women's Mid Morning Bible Study
On Tuesday, October 2, the Rev. John Reese, Rector of St Andrew's, will lead the group's study of "The Parable of the Weeds in the Field,"
and other parables found in Matthew 13:24-33 and 36-52. The ladies invite you to join them in the Lowry Room at 10:15 a.m. for fellowship, followed by a lesson and discussion from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Whether you can attend one or all of the fall sessions, this is a great opportunity to expand your understanding of some of Jesus' most puzzling teachings. Questions? Contact Sally Wiley at swileytampa@aol.com or 253.3906 or Joan McKay at mckayjhm@aol.com.
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| Thursday, October 4
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Blessing of the Animals
In honor of the feast day of St. Francis of Assisi, St. John's will hold our annual blessing of the animals. The blessing will take place in the Garth immediately following school dismissal, at 3:15 p.m. You and your pets are welcome to join Father Connelly and Mother Taylor for a pat and a prayer!
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