March 6, 2013 Issue 

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Calendar for the Week Ahead
Wed, March 6
Thu, March 7
Fri, March 8
Sun, March 10
Mon, March 11
Tue, March 12
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Visit the Diocese of Southwest Florida's Website
 
This Week, We Celebrate the Birthdays of the Following Parishioners:

March 6

LeAnn Corey, Michelle Craig, Hugh Cruse, Emmett Lee, Reagan Overton, Steven Pralle, Daniel Ringhoff, Clark Roberts, Lisa Sepulveda, Garrett Tozier, Chris Young  

 

March 7

Claire Haney, Robert Malizia, Harrison Ringhoff

 

March 8

Patsy Carte, William Duryea, Charles Hine, Olivia Meagher, Colton Peterson, Lindsay Rice, Jamie Spiker, Nicole Spiker  

 

March 9

Amy Eatman, Christopher Person, Chase Tappan

 

March 10
Charles Eversole, Marian Flowers, Benjamin Heller, B. Ross Scudder

 

March 11

Noah Ballesteros, Trudy Butler, Cory Dickerson, Anna Frick, James Lane, Patricia McKay, Zane Polins, Elizabeth Wood

 

March 12

Charles Hancock, Anne Kelley, Anna Malizia, Whitford Remer, Oliver Roberts, Esther Santiago


News
Daylight Savings Time Starts This Sunday, March 10!
Please turn your clocks ahead one hour as we "spring forward" on Saturday night!
Welcoming Reception for Fr. Doug Zimmerman
There will be a welcoming reception in Rudisill Parish Hall for Fr. Zimmerman and his family after the 9:00 a.m. service on Sunday, March 10.  Please join us to greet the newest member of our clergy!
Mission Possible 8: We are One Doubles the Proceeds for Our Missions

Thanks to all who participated in this year's eighth annual talent show to raise funds for our sister school in Uganda last weekend!  We more than doubled the proceeds from last year's event, raising over $4,000.  More than 64 songs, skits, dances, and even comedy acts highlighted a wonderful afternoon for the 320 people in attendance. 

Thanks to all who participated and volunteers, and a special thanks to our sponsors:

Regine and Jeff Gordon

Betsy and Drew Graham

Carla and Chris Polaszek

Fletcher and Nancy Baldwin

Leland and Bob Barnes

Matt and Danielle Kemp

Paul and Sandra Swartz

Sarane and Chris Harrell

David and Elena Vazquez

Marni and Josh Poe  

 

Thanks also to Ken Johnston, Mark Shiflett, and Hank Pomerantz for once again building the stage and the backdrop, to Steve Stanford of Plantz, for donating wonderful pre-lit trees to transform the gym into a showcase stage, to emcee, Debra Schrils, and music man, Rick McClintock, for helping make this show possible, and finally to Daniel Otero, for helping with rehearsal for two months.

Events
Transitions
St John's 2013 Lenten Series Continues Tonight

We all go through transitions each and every day.  Our parish is in the midst of a time of transition, particularly with the loss of Father Hehr and the gain of Father Zimmerman.  Let us come together this Lenten season to reflect together on Biblical transitions and our OWN transitions as we break bread together and strengthen our community.

Dinner - 6:00 p.m.
Program - 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Rudisill Parish Hall

Each session will begin with a session with yoga instructor Megan Weathers, and will conclude with our own Sharon Stoll playing the harp for the purpose of healing meditation.
 
A hearty soup, bread, and dessert will be provided by the church and prepared by Chef Dave Kenyon.  Please bring a side dish to share.  
 
Week 3, March 6 - Resurrection: Opportunity
Guest Speaker: Bill Duryea
Are we available?
Do we listen?
 
Week 4, March 13 - Ascension: Hope
Guest Speaker: The Rev. Doug Zimmerman
Do you have hope?
Do you have love?
Do you see the glory?

Week 5, March 20 - What Easter Really Means
Guest speaker, The Rt. Rev. Barry Howe, Retired Bishop

Contemporary Women's Bible Study Retreat

Friday, April 19, through Sunday, April 21, 2013

 

St. John's 2013 CWBS Retreat will be held at DaySpring Conference  Center from Friday evening, April 19, through lunch Sunday, April 21. The topic is "Mothers of the Church." This year the price includes the book of the same title, lodging, meals, incidentals, and extra for clergy scholarship.

 

For both nights in a double room, cost is $212 which includes the above items. A $25 deposit by the end of March will reserve your place. Checks should be made payable to St. John's Episcopal Church and marked "for retreat". Of course, if you want to pay the entire amount in one check, that is certainly permissible. If you can join us, send your deposit (or the entire amount) by the end of March to Sharon Stoll, 1027 S. Frankland Rd., Tampa FL 33629. If you need pricing for a private room or can come but can't stay the entire time, contact Sharon Stoll at harpwings@aol.com or 813.258.8725.

Your Action Needed

Volunteer Wanted 

A volunteer (or volunteer family) is needed to straighten and stock pews on a weekly basis, keeping our church neat for Sunday services.  If you can help, please email Office Manager, Rebecca McKenzie, or call the parish offices at 259.1570.

Candle and Flowers Available 

The candle in the sanctuary light is available on Sunday, April 14, and Sunday, April 21.  The flowers in the chapel are available on Sunday, April 8. If you are interested, please contact the parish offices at parish@stjohnstampa.org, or by calling 259.1570.

2013 Every Member Canvass  

The end of the calendar year marks the 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.
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.

This Week at St. John's
Wednesday, March 6
12:15 p.m.
The Holy Eucharist (Rite II)
6:00 p.m.
Transitions: St John's 2013 Lenten Series
(Rudisill Parish Hall)
Let us come together this Lenten season to reflect together on Biblical transitions and our OWN transitions as we break bread together and strengthen our community.

Week 3, March 6 - Resurrection: Opportunity

Guest Speaker: Bill Duryea
Are we available? Do we listen?

 

Dinner - 6:00 p.m.
Program - 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Each session will begin with a session with yoga instructor Megan Weathers, and will conclude with our own Sharon Stoll playing the harp for the purpose of healing meditation.
 
A hearty soup, bread, and dessert will be provided by the church and prepared by Chef Dave Kenyon.  Please bring a side dish to share. 
Thursday, March 7
10:00 a.m.The Holy Eucharist (Rite II) and Healing (Church)
11:45 a.m.Men's Bible Study and Lunch (Peterson Room)

Pastor Ken Schick of Hyde Park Presbyterian Church will facilitate the March 7 session on Forgiveness, using Acts 2:38 "And Peter said to them, "Repent and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins, and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit" and Acts 22:16 "And now why do you wait? Rise and be baptized and wash away your sins, calling on his name."

 

Sandwiches will be provided for $5 per person. 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 lot across Plant St. under the Selmon Expressway.

12:15 p.m.
Noonday Prayer (Chapel)
Friday, March 8
12:15 p.m.
Noonday Prayer (Chapel)
Sunday, March 10
7:45 a.m.

The Holy Eucharist (Rite I) (Church)     

9:00 a.m.
The Holy Eucharist (Rite II) (Church)
Sunday School for Children (Various)
10:15 a.m.
Welcoming Reception for Fr. Doug Zimmerman and Family (Parish Hall)
11:15 a.m.
The Holy Eucharist (Rite I) (Church)
6:30 p.m. -
7:30 p.m.
Middle School Youth Group Tonight  (PDQ)

Join us for tasty chicken and fun fellowship!  Please bring money for your dinner.  Mother Taylor also needs parent volunteers to arrive early and stay late.  She will not be able to stay with kids after 7:30 p.m., due to other church commitments.

7:45 p.m. -
8:45 p.m.
High School Bible Study Tonight
Come enjoy learning and fellowship at the Youth House at the school's Middle Division campus!
Monday, March 11
12:15 p.m.
Noonday Prayer (Chapel)
Tuesday, March 12

No Contemporary Women's Bible Study during the Month of March

There will be no CWBS during the month of March.  We will resume on Tuesday, April 2, at 6:45 a.m. in the Peterson Room with a study of the book of Daniel.  Contact Kathleen Moore at 221.6253 or kathleenmarymoore@gmail.com for more information.

12:15 p.m.
Noonday Prayer (Chapel)

More Upcoming Events
Tuesday, March 19
Women's Mid Morning Bible Study

The group invites all St. John's women and their friends to join them as Sister Catherine Cahill, OSF, facilitates on Tuesday, March 19, beginning at 10:15 a.m.  The group will be studying the parable of "The Persistent Widow" (Luke 18:1-8) as part of their ongoing spring study of the parables of the Bible.

 

The group will continue their focus on Jesus' parables as they gather through the end of April.  Each session stands alone, but also lends meaning to the others, so they encourage you to come however frequently your schedule allows.  For more information, contact Sally Wiley at swileytampa@aol.com or 813.253.3906 or Joan McKay at mckayjhm@aol.com  

Sunday, April 7
Annual Parish Block Party
On Sunday, April 7, we will combine the 9:00 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. services into one 10:00 a.m. service, with the annual Parish Block Party immediately following.  Please mark your calendars and plan to join us! 
For more information, contact Leland Baldwin, Director of Christian Education or stay tuned to the Scroll and the Compass in the weeks to come.
Saturday, April 13
Celebratio 2013
St. John's School Parents' Club cordially invites you to save the date for the biggest annual fundraiser of the school year, Celebratio!  This year's theme is Havana Nights, and the festive event will be held at Tampa Yacht and Country Club.  Food, drinks, a live band, and amazing live and silent auctions will highlight the evening, as we raise money for St. John's School so that our School can continue to provide a superior education within a nurturing Christian environment to nearly 600 students in grades K(4) through 8. 

Individual tickets are $100, and sponsorship levels are available for those who would like to support the School even more generously and promote their business or cause. Click here for more information about sponsorships.  Please contact Celebratio Manager Kylie Italiano with any questions.  Thank you for your support!