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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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We want to provide support in your time of need!
Current health regulations prohibit the clergy from being informed when our parishioners are in the hospital, so we will not know if you or someone you love is there unless you tell us. We want to provide support in any time of need or crisis.
Please call the parish offices at 259.1570 or email
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Birthdays:
July 24
Zachariah Hearing, Clarke Hobby, Cheri Kittrell, Bretta Sullivan, Carolyn Timberlake
July 25
Kenneth Morin, Austin Norton, Steven Sepulveda
July 26
John Calfee, Ford Cheeseman, Elizabeth Marston
July 27
Joe Cordell, III, Mary Sutton Gonzalez, Christina Killgoar
July 28
Andrew Farmen, Salvatore Gagliardo, Jr., David McLay, Cole Sanchez, Kylie Sanchez, Jennifer Swindal
July 29
Jovani Hicks
July 30
Preston Cockey, Jr., LeRoy Collins, III, Stacy Lick, Corey Tappan, Amber Tileston, Dylan Tozier
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Sunday's Scripture Snippet
Know that I am with you and will keep you wherever you go, and will bring you back to this land; for I will not leave you until I have done what I have promised you.
Genesis 28
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Baseball with the Bishop: It's Time to Play Ball!
St John's Parishioners and Baseball Fans:
 Once again, Bishop Smith is hosting a fun night at The Trop, and this time you get to see a bonus Rays win against the reigning World Champion (and dreaded) Boston Red Sox on the evening of Friday, August 29. Unlike last year, this year's seats are in the lower level, so you'll have a close-up view of Rev. Dabney "the Arch" Smith's first pitch. He earned that name from the wicked curve-ball he frequently tosses to bedevil batters - it works most nights, except against the Angels. To reserve your seats, please mail or deliver a check made out to St. John's Church for $20 per person (tickets are a $35 value, and a portion of proceeds go to the Episcopal Charities Fund) to Rebecca McKenzie in the parish offices by Monday, August 18. Please let us know the names of those who will attend in your party. Tickets can be picked up before/after Sunday services on August 24, or during parish office hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.) the week of August 25. (Fr. Chip Connelly sends his regrets, but he will be on an annual family weekend trip and can't attend this year.) The first (real) pitch is at 7:10 p.m., but you'll want to get there by 6:30 to see Bishop Smith throw out the first ball. Gates open at 5:10 p.m. If you have extra seats in your car, please plan on meeting at the church at 5:30 p.m. to depart by 5:45 p.m.; if you need a ride, or just want to carpool, please contact Rebecca in the parish offices. If you would like to attend but the ticket price would present a hardship, please contact Fr. Connelly confidentially and we will make arrangements for you to get a ticket. If you would like to help provide a ticket for a fellow parishioner, please include that amount in your check and let us know that that's what the additional funds are for. Batter up!!
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Celebration of a New Ministry
The Wardens and our rector, Fr. Chip Connelly, in consultation with the Bishop, have scheduled a service of Celebration of a New Ministry. This celebration will include the Institution and Induction of a new Rector, for Sunday, August 24, at 5:00 p.m. in the church. Bishop Smith will preside and preach. A reception will follow in the parish hall. Please join us!
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Join Us to Welcome Evelyn Baker
Please join us on Sunday, August 3, following the 9:00 a.m. service, to welcome Evelyn Baker! Evelyn is the wife of Robert Baker, our new Curate and Associate Chaplain to the School. Cookies and punch will be served in the parish hall. We are so glad to have them with us!
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Cornerstone Kids Needs School Supplies
As the start of the new school year is fast approaching, your generous  support is requested for the kids that we help as part of our outreach ministry at Cornerstone Kids. The goal is to raise $1,200 to cover the cost of backpacks and school supplies for 35 children.
You may drop off your monetary donation at the parish offices NO LATER than August 3. Please make your check payable to St. John's. Contact MC Jenkins with questions at Bucsjenkins@aol.com. Thank you!
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ICYMI (In Case You Missed It)...
Bishop Dabney Smith recently sent a letter to the diocese about his plan for staff realignment and strategic planning as our diocese approaches its 50th anniversary. Click here to read it in its entirety.
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High School Youth Day Trip
to Ichetucknee Springs State Park
Join us for fun and fellowship as we float in tubes down this awesome lazy river near High Springs, Florida! We will depart from St. John's Church on Saturday, August 2, at 7:00 a.m. (please note earlier time) and return to the church by 6:30 p.m. Please bring a hearty meal with you to eat before we begin our float.
Wear your swimsuit, cover up, and sunscreen, and bring $8 for park admission/transportation, a towel, a water bottle, a change of clothes, river-appropriate footwear (aqua socks, chacos, etc), and money for lunch after going down the river and snacks. This Friday is the deadline to register with Chaplain HQ. Email her at mharrisonquillin@stjohnstampa.org to RSVP.
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In-Town Mission Trip Week: August 4 through 8
Join Fr. Chip Connelly and Chaplain Harrison-Quillin for a week of serving those in need in our own community! See below for a roster of locations we will work at this week.
Each day, drop off and pick up will be at that day's site. Email Chaplain HQ to sign up.
Monday: Feeding America Tampa Bay, 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon
Tuesday: Keep Tampa Bay Beautiful, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon
Wednesday: Grand Court (Assisted Living), 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon
Thursday: Metropolitan Ministries, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon
Friday Funday: Parish Hall, 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (Wii tournament, games, The Lego Movie showing, snacks. Friday Funday is reward/incentive for serving on the other days!)
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 | Thursday, July 24
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| 10:00 a.m. |
The Holy Eucharist (Rite II) and Healing (Chapel)
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12:15 p.m.
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Noonday Prayer (Chapel)
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Friday, July 25
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Deadline to register for High School Youth Tubing Trip
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12:15 p.m.
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Noonday Prayer (Chapel)
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Sunday, July 27
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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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Following the 9:00 a.m. service
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Coffee Hour Fellowship (Parish Hall)
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11:15 a.m.
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The Holy Eucharist (Rite I) (Church)
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| Monday, July 28
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12:15 p.m.
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Noonday Prayer (Chapel)
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| Tuesday, July 29
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6:45 a.m.
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The Contemporary Women's Bible Study (Peterson Room)
CWBS meets on Tuesdays at 6:45 a.m. in the Peterson Room on the Plant Avenue (School Middle Division) campus. All women of St. John's and their friends of other denominations are welcome for a light breakfast and discussion. Please contact Kathleen Moore at 221.6253 or kathleenmarymoore@gmail.com for more information.
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12:15 p.m.
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Noonday Prayer (Chapel)
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Wednesday, July 30
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| 12:15 p.m. |
The Holy Eucharist (Rite II) (Chapel)
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| 6:30 p.m. |
Wednesday Nights at St. John's
(Parish Hall)
Authentic: The Developing Disciplines of a Sincere Faith
A 7-week DVD series and small group study
Has hypocrisy crept into your life? It doesn't just happen overnight. Drifting into hypocrisy is a long, drawn-out journey away from God's best for your life and toward a two-faced existence. Follow along with Pastor James MacDonald on the road toward truth and explore the disciplines of personal Bible study, personal prayer, fasting, fellowship, and service for Christ. Become the real deal. Be authentic.
For a review of this series on YouTube go to this web address: Authentic - Develop the Disciplines of a Sincere Faith - YouTube
This group meets each Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. Bring a Bible, a covered dish to share, and an open heart and mind. Contact Paul and Winkie Game at pgamefla@aol.com for details.
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| Saturday, August 2
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| 7:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. |
High School Youth Tubing Day Trip (Ichetucknee Springs State Park, High Springs, FL)
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| Sunday, August 3
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Choir Returns
This Sunday our choir returns from their well-deserved vacation.
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| August 4 - 8
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Youth In-Town Mission Work
Both Chaplain Harrison-Quillin and Father Connelly will join our youth for our in-town mission week!
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| Sunday, August 10
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| During the 9:00 a.m. service |
Commissioning of New Stephen Ministers (Church)
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| Sunday, August 17
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| 9:00 a.m. |
Backpack Blessing (Church)
Bring your backpack to be blessed for the new school year!
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| Following the 9:00 a.m. service |
Parish Breakfast to Honor Fr. Doug Zimmerman (Parish Hall)
Join us to say farewell to Fr. Zimmerman as he takes on a new challenge in England!
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| Following the 9:00 a.m. service |
Sandwich Sunday (Parish Hall)
Thanks to the Kelly family for being our hosts this week!
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| 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. |
Safeguarding God's Children (Parish Hall)
Email the parish offices at parish@stjohnstampa.org for more information.
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| Sunday, August 24
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| After the 9:00 a.m. service |
Rally Day (Church Grounds)
Kick off the year with us as we gather for fellowship, food, and to find out about children's education ministries at St. John's!
Our other ministries will be featured monthly during the year. Look for more information soon! |
| 5:00 p.m. |
A Service of Celebration of a New Ministry (Church)
This celebration will include the Institution and Induction of a new Rector. Bishop Smith will preside and preach.
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