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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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If you are having a baby, wish to add someone to the prayer list, or have any other pastoral concerns or celebrations, please let us know at
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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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Uganda Event Celebrates Our Successes
Thursday evening, November 15, was a day for celebration as representatives from Palma Ceia Presbyterian Church, St. John's Church, and USF College of Public Health, gathered at the home of Debbie and Chris Kavouklis to reflect on the success we have had in  helping our friends in Uganda at St. John's sister school, Kamaiba Primary School, and at the Bishop Masereka Medical Center. Pictured are hosts from St. John's and Palma Ceia Presbyterian: Nicki Weekes, Leland Baldwin, BJ Johns, Corinne Gaertner, and Peggy Curlin.
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USF Chapel Center 50th Anniversary
On Sunday, November 18th, a 50th Anniversary Eucharist celebration was held at St. Anselm's Chapel of the USF Chapel Center. Included  were reflections and remembrances by former chaplains as well as other volunteers. Bishop Dabney Smith also emphasized Diocesan support for this campus ministry.
This ministry has been supported by St. John's for many years with Kathleen Moore as our bridge builder. In addition to Kathleen, attending the ceremony from St. John's were Carol Ihrig, Nicki Weekes, and Sally Thompson. More information can be found on the Chapel Center website, http://usfchapelcenter.org/ or on St. John's Facebook page.
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Angel Tree Season is Here!
Final Angel Tag Pick Up Day: This Sunday, November 25
Angel Tree Party: Saturday, December 8, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
This year we are fortunate to have 180 children assigned to St. John's! Please stop in the Garth following the 9:00 a.m. service on November 25 to select your angels from the tree. While there, take the opportunity to sign up to be a driver or helper on the day of the party. Gifts should be returned to the church by Sunday, December 2.
Angel Tree is a ministry that reaches out to
the children of prison inmates and their families with the love of Christ. This unique program gives our church an opportunity to share Christ's love by helping to meet the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of the families of prisoners.
Our party this year is on Saturday, December 8, and we hope everyone will want to participate. As always, the organizers need volunteers to help with the party, as well as cash donations to help with our expenses. We particularly need help with the craft table at the party. If you are able to help us with that, please contact Pamela Price at pvnprice@verizon.net. PLEASE BE AN ANGEL AND HELP!! Questions? Email Ginny VanOsdol at ginny@towntoiles.com.
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Welcome to Our Newest St. John's Family Members!
 Welcome to Jovani Isaac, born to Esther Santiago and Larry Hicks on July 29, 2012. Big brother Jeremiah and grandmother Yvonne Santiago share in their joy! 
We also welcome Sloane Cassidy Dring, born September 27, 2012, to Jarret and Samantha Dring. Sloane weighed 8 pounds. Heavenly Father, you sent your own Son into this world. We thank you for the life of these children, Jovani and Sloane, entrusted to our care. Help us to remember that we are all your children, and so to love and nurture them, that they may attain to that full stature intended for them in your eternal kingdom; for the sake of your dear Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.
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First Rehearsal for Christmas Pageant This Sunday
The first rehearsal for the Christmas Eve Pageant will take place following  the 9:00 a.m. service this Sunday, November 25, in the church. Rehearsals will continue on the following Sundays: December 2, December 9, and December 16. There will also be a rehearsal and performance for our Angel Tree friends on Saturday, December 8, beginning at 9:00 a.m., and a final rehearsal on Monday, December 24 at 2:30 p.m. If your child (grades K4 through 5th) is interested in participating in the annual Christmas Eve pageant at 4:00 p.m. on Monday, December 24, it's not too late to sign them up. Please contact Lee Lowry at LeeLowry@msn.com. Sheep, kings, dancing angels, readers, and many more are needed to bring the Gospel of Luke to life at our church on Christmas Eve. We hope you will join us!
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2013 Every Member Canvass
This month marks the beginning of the 2013 Every Member Canvass campaign for St. John's Church. Please prayerfully consider what you can contribute this year for the glory of God and the support of St. John's. Please click here to read Fr. Doug Remer's letter regarding the canvass, and access our online pledge form here. You can also download a pledge worksheet by clicking here, or by visiting our website at www.stjohnstampa.org.
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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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12:15 p.m.-
12:45 p.m.
| The Holy Eucharist (Rite II) (Chapel)
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| Thursday, November 22
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Parish Offices Closed In Honor of the Thanksgiving Holiday
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| 10:00 a.m. | The Holy Eucharist (Church)
At 10:00 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day, we will hold our traditional Thanksgiving Day service. Our choir has been preparing some wonderful music for the occasion including the Magnificat in D of E.J. Moeran. What better way to celebrate this uniquely American holiday than by exercising the central freedom the pilgrims worked so hard to achieve for all of us: the freedom to worship as we wish! |
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Friday, November 23
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Parish Offices Closed In Honor of the Thanksgiving Holiday
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| Sunday, November 25
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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 and will return later in the service.
Sunday School for Youth (Discovery House)
Middle and high school students, please join us in Discovery House when the service begins. You will return to sit with your families later in the service.
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10:15 a.m
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Adult Christian Formation
The Roundtable (Lowry Room)
Family Cooking (Kitchen)
Coffee Hour Fellowship (Rudisill Parish Hall)
Activities for Children (Various)
Angel Tree Tag Pickup (Garth)
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11:15 a.m.
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The Holy Eucharist (Rite I) (Church)
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No Middle School Youth Group
We will resume Middle School Youth Group next Sunday, December 2.
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| Monday, November 26
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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 - November Meeting
The next Outreach Committee meeting is scheduled for Monday, November 26th, at 5:30 p.m. in the Lowry Room. 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). The group will also be discussing budgetary plans for 2013.
Meetings are generally scheduled for the fourth Monday of each month during the school year from August to May. (There will be no meeting 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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| Tuesday, November 27
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6:45 a.m.
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Contemporary Women's Bible Study (Peterson Room)Today CWBS concludes its study of the "General Letters" of the New Testament. Beginning next week on December 4 (start of Advent), the group's study of Isaiah 2 will resume with Chapters 40 through 66.
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Women's Mid Morning Bible Study (Lowry Room)The last meeting of the Women's Mid Morning Bible Study for 2012 will take place on Tuesday, November 27. Flossie Adams, St. John's Director of Christian Education for many years, will guide the group's study of "The Parable of the Talents" (Matt 25:14-30).
The ladies invite you to join them in the Lowry Room at 10:15 a.m. for fellowship, followed by the lesson and discussion from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. 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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Women's Advent Retreat: A Child Is Born
How about a day of study, quiet contemplation, music, and fellowship between the busy-ness of Thanksgiving and the rush of Christmas? The ladies of the Contemporary Women's Bible Study (CWBS) invite the women and friends of St. John Episcopal Church to an Advent Retreat, on December 1, 2012, in Rudisill Parish Hall, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. Join them for prayer, Bible study, contemplative and empowering music, fellowship, and more as we prepare ourselves for the arrival of our Savior and the first season of the church year. CWBS will be providing a continental breakfast and a light lunch - just come, get to know some of your sisters on the journey, and take a break from the hectic-ness that invariably accompanies this Season of Peace. Come for the day or just through lunch if a full day is already out of reach! RSVP to Robin Johnson, at rljohnson4@verizon.net or 837.1627, Nicki Weekes at wickersnic@yahoo.com, Debra McMaster at demcmaster@verizon.net, or Sharon Stoll at harpwings@aol.com or 258.8725.
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The Orleanians Christmas Party
Please join the Orleanians for a casual supper, some yummy winter beverages, and a Christmas Cookie Exchange to celebrate the holiday season. Please bring cookies of your choice (enough for everyone attending) and you will leave with a box of many different kinds to share with your families! This event will take place on Saturday, December 1, at 6:00 p.m., at the home of Erin and Matt Chantry, 502 South Willow Avenue, Number 8. Questions? Email Erin Chantry.
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Advent Lessons and Carols
The combined choirs of St. John's will present Advent Lessons and Carols in the church on Sunday, December 2, at 5:00 p.m. There is no cost to attend. A reception, to which all are warmly invited, will follow in Rudisill Parish Hall.
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| Friday, December 7
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Middle School Youth Christmas Party
Mark your calendars for our Christmas party, Friday, December 7, at the church from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. We will do a gender-neutral $10 gift exchange, go caroling in the neighborhood, have dinner, and make gingerbread houses. Join us!
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High School Youth Christmas Party
Mark your calendars for our Christmas party on Sunday, December 9! We will meet at Canterbury Towers at 4:00 p.m. to visit the elderly and bring them Christmas cheer. We will then go to the home of Avery Guyton for Christmas dinner and the exchanging of gender-neutral $10 gifts. You are ALL invited! Please RSVP to STaylor@stjohnstampa.org by Sunday, December 2, so that we will know how many to plan for for Christmas dinner.
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