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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:
September 4
Hillary Aubin, Alliston Duryea, Janice Gagliardo, Keith Gibson, Jr., Robert Gibson, Payne Harazda, Sally Olsson
September 5
Charles Sansone
September 6
Morgan Capen, Stephen French, Stephanie Galloway, Cynthia Harper, Molly Jensen, William Lax, Jr., Jessie Reffue
September 7
Austin Blewitt, Ann Eatman, Brooke Heyer, Stephan Horan, Roger Kurz, Paige Rodriguez, Meagan Scudder, Lynn Stanford, Laine Walker
September 8
Michael Benson, Anne Compton, James Gates, Samuel Lejkowski, Mariel Reed, Steven Stanford, Austin Teague, Clarence Walker, IV
September 9
Mason Cruse, Peyton Foley, Pamela Heller, Elizabeth Marshall, Grayson Nicola, Livingston Smith, II, Colby Way
September 10
Eleanor Terrell
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Sunday's Scripture Snippet
If you utter what is precious, and not what is worthless, you shall serve as my mouth. It is they who will turn to you, not you who will turn to them.
- Jeremiah 15
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Service Time Changes Begin This Sunday, September 7
As our Rector, Fr. Connelly, announced, in response to multiple requests, we will be adjusting our service times slightly. The 7:45 a.m. service will begin at 8:00 a.m. and the 9:00 will be at 9:15 a.m. The 11:15 a.m. service remains at the same time. These changes go into effect this Sunday, September 7.
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Christian DJ to Perform at St. John's Youth Rally
The Middle & High School Pep Rally is getting ready to kick off at 6:00 p.m. in the Middle Division gym on September 7. One of the attractions for the event will be entertainment and lighting donated by DJ Jason and Associates. Owner Jason Martinez is a Christian who provides DJ services and much more in the Tampa Bay area.
When approached about performing at St. John's Youth Pep Rally, Jason didn't hesitate to offer his services. "I believe we have been brought together by Chirst for this event," he said. He went on to explain that he loves working with youth groups such as St. John's. DJ Jason and Associates offers all sorts of options, including wedding entertainment, light shows, live performances, videography and more.
"I know our congregation will appreciate what Jason is doing for our youth. He is extremely talented, organized, and professional. He even plays edited versions of today's music to make them more inline with Christian values," says Lionel Lowry, who is chairing the rally.
To learn more about DJ Jason and Associates visit www.djjasonandassociates.com/services.html
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Join Us to Welcome Alice Sadler, Our New Associate Rector for Pastoral Ministries
We will have a reception following the 9:15 a.m. service this Sunday, September 7, for our newest clergy member. Mark your calendar and plan to join us to meet and welcome her!
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Soiree
Friday, September 26
 7:00 p.m. 
at the home of
George & Mary Leach,
617 Hudson Avenue
(on Davis Islands)
Co-Hosted by David & Dottie Webster
Bring an appetizer to share and your favorite beverage.
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Parents, youth in grades 6 through 12 are invited to join the congregation in church each Sunday rather than having Sunday School at that time. Why? An outcome of the Youth and Children's Ministry Visioning Retreat of last April and the subsequent focus of our Youth Renovation Team is on enhancing our Sunday evening youth activities. These Sunday evening meetings are designed to be both fun and spiritually fulfilling, with games and fellowship, as well as Bible study and discussion. We believe this philosophical choice meets all the varied needs of our youth, in a forum to which they will best respond. However, if we find youth need a deeper dive into their spirituality, we will provide additional activities in the future. Youth activities on Sundays begin for the fall on September 21st, 4:30 p.m. for middle school and 6:00 p.m. for high school.
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Youth Trip to Universal Studios!
 All youth grades 6 through 12 are invited to Universal Studios on Saturday, September 13. The cost is $90, which includes park ticket and bus fee. The group will leave from Middle Division at 7:30 a.m. and return at 9:30 p.m. that evening. Drop off/pick up is in car line at Middle Division (Cardy Street).
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God Is Not Dead
Special Movie Showing, September 17
When atheist philosophy professor (Kevin Sorbo) plans to forego "dusty arguments" in his class, he insists the new students declare that "God Is Dead." Unable to do this, Josh (Shane Harper) is challenged to defend his faith and prove to the class that God is NOT Dead. With everything on the line, Josh's faith is unwavering...and life-changing to those around him.
The Wednesday Nights in St. John's group invites all parishioners and friends to join them on Wednesday, September 17, in the Parish Hall for a special movie night. The schedule is as follows:
6:00 p.m. Blessing of food, covered dish dinner begins
6:35 p.m. Movie, God Is Not Dead, begins
8:39 p.m. Movie ends
8:40 p.m. Closing prayers
8:45 p.m. Discussion for those who choose to remain.
9:00 p.m. Event ends
Contact Paul and Winkie Game with questions at PGamefla@aol.com.
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Join us for Family Fun this Fall!
Family Bingo Night
Friday, September 19, 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Parish Hall
Bring a side dish to share with 12 other people, St. John's will provide a main dish, drinks and dessert.
Pumpkin Painting Party
Sunday, October 12, 4:00 to 6:00 p.m., Parish Hall
All families can buy their pumpkin between services in the morning, then join us later in the day for pizza, painting pumpkins, and popcorn. Drinks and pizza provided, please bring a fun appetizer to share.
RSVP to lbaldwin@stjohnstampa.org for both events. See you there!
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Episcopal Schools Celebration: Sunday, September 28
Mark your calendar and get ready to celebrate our Tampa area Episcopal schools, and the teachers and students working hard at them!
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Safeguarding God's Children:
Required Course for Volunteers, Staff, and Clergy
Sunday, October 19, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m., Parish Hall
Safeguarding God's Children provides participants with the information they need to protect the children they know and care for in their personal lives and the ministries in which they serve. Who needs to attend?
- All paid parish staff members, and staff and faculty of the School.
- Any volunteers working with children and youth (including Christian education leaders, chaperones and other School volunteers)
- Anyone who wishes to learn more about how the parish and School can protect children and youth.
Recertification may be completed online. Email the parish offices at parish@stjohnstampa.org to RSVP for October 19 or to learn about the online option.
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 | Thursday, September 4
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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, September 5
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12:15 p.m.
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Noonday Prayer (Chapel)
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Sunday, September 7
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Service Time Changes Begin Today
Starting Sunday, September 7, the 7:45 a.m. service will begin at 8:00 a.m. and the 9:00 a.m. will begin at 9:15 a.m. The 11:15 a.m. service remains at the same time.
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8:00 a.m.
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The Holy Eucharist (Rite I) (Church)
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9:15 a.m.
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The Holy Eucharist (Rite II) (Church)
Sunday School for Children (Parish Hall)
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Welcoming Reception for Mother Alice Sadler (Parish Hall)
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11:15 a.m.
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The Holy Eucharist (Rite I) (Church)
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12:15 p.m.
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Mom's Sanctuary Support and Bible Study Group (Discovery House)
Starting September 8, at 8:15 a.m. in Discovery House (918 South Orleans Avenue, the free standing bungalow to the right of the School's Lower Division campus), we will begin a weekly Mom's Sanctuary on Monday mornings. Come have a cup of coffee, meet new friends, and reconnect with old friends.
No homework, just bring an open mind and heart. If you have any questions, please email St. John's Church's Director of Christian Education, Leland Baldwin, at lbaldwin@stjohnstampa.org, or call 259.1570. Your RSVP is requested so we can make sure we have adequate seats, coffee, and materials.
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12:15 p.m.
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Noonday Prayer (Chapel)
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| Tuesday, September 9
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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, September 10
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| 12:15 p.m. |
The Holy Eucharist (Rite II) (Chapel)
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Wednesday Nights at St. John's
(Parish Hall)
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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Thursday, September 11
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| 11:45 a.m. |
Men's Thursday Interactive Bible Study and Lunch (Peterson Room)
"I discovered later, and I'm still discovering right up to this moment, that is it only by living completely in this world that one learns to have faith. By this-worldliness I mean living unreservedly in life's duties, problems, successes and failures. In so doing we throw ourselves completely into the arms of God, taking seriously, not our own sufferings, but those of God in the world. That, I think, is faith." -- Dietrich Bonhoeffer
The Men's Interactive Bible Study and Lunch group will continue their fall series on Thursday, September 11, at 11:45 a.m. in the Peterson Room.
Lunch is sandwiches at $5 per person. RSVP to dlrncrtpa@verizon.net if you would like to partake.
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Tuesday, September 16
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Women's Mid Morning Bible Study (Lowry Room)
Women of St. John's, friends and neighbors are invited to participate in a fall study entitled "Psalms: Songs for the Soul," based on a curriculum developed by the Rev. Gwynne Johnson (Lutheran). The psalms are a rich resource that can guide our prayers, our thinking and our life choices. They have something to teach us about each of life's seasons: times of comfort, times of difficulty and times of resolution. Each lesson will focus on a theme and psalms that speak to it.
The study continues September 16 at 10:30 a.m. in the Lowry Room, and will continue on alternate Tuesdays through December 9. For more information contact either Joan McKay at MCKAYJHM@aol.com or Pat Wilson at 644.4640 or patwilson68@tampabay.rr.com.
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