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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!
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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Thurs, February 12
Information Session for Youth Summer Mission Trip, 6:00 to 6:30 p.m., Parish Hall
Sun, February 15
No Youth Group
Tue, February 17 St. John's Book Club, 4:00 p.m., Lowry Room Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., Parish Hall
Sun, February 22
Middle School Youth Group, 4:30 p.m., Parish Hall
Games, dinner, lesson, and fellowship for youth in 6th through 8th grades
High School Skating Party, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., United Skates
Sun, March 8
The Boy Choristers of St. Thomas Church, Fifth Avenue, New York City with the gentlemen of St. John's Choir, 5:00 p.m., Church
John Scott, Conductor
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Baptisms:
February 1
Jeffery Heath Patenaude
Birthdays:
February 5
Kari Power, Kevin Rowe, Meredith Schneider, Elise Whiteley
February 6
Marion Gustin, Barbara Hendry, Joseph King, Jane Lowry, Byrne Marston, Tatiana Paula, Eleanor Smith
February 7
Irene Frick, Mary Giddens, David Kenyon, Isabella Kirkpatrick, Marjorie McDuffie, Bear Nicola, Hansen Rix
February 8
Patricia Richards, Gwyneth Willis
February 9
Ryan Sampson
February 10
Kay Nolan, Peter Orebaugh, Sarah Thompson
February 11
Kelly Levy, William Shenk, Gertrude Stracey, John Whiteley, David Williams
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Sunday's Scripture Snippet
Knowledge puffs up, but love builds up. Anyone who claims to know something does not yet have the necessary knowledge; but anyone who loves God is known by him.
1 Corinthians 8
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Visiting Preacher and Special Event This Sunday
The Rev. Dr. Bob Owens, a professor in The General Theological Seminary of the Episcopal Church, will be our guest preacher this Sunday, February 8.
Also, as part of our Adult Education Series, the Rev. Owens will be discussing the importance of the Old Testament to our Christian faith on Sunday afternoon. This event will take place in the Parish Hall beginning at 12:30 p.m. Lunch will be served.
RSVP to parish@stjohnstampa.org, or call 259.1570. More information on Bob's background can be found on the website for the General Theological Seminary at www.gts.edu.
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Lenten Series: Unwrapping the Gifts of Scripture
St. John's 2015 Lenten series will consist of an in-depth Bible study, guided by our own clergy. The series will take place on Wednesday evenings beginning February 25 (the week after Ash Wednesday). The evenings will include a short social time and dinner. Look for more information soon!
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Housing Needed for Choristers
We are delighted, as part of our Annual Music Series, to be welcoming back to St. John's the Boy Choristers of St. Thomas Church, Fifth Avenue, New York City on Sunday, March 8. St. John's has forged a firm friendship with St. Thomas - our own choir having sung there on a number of occasions. The boys will give a concert here in the church at 5:00 p.m., and will be joined by our own altos, tenors, and basses for several pieces in the program.
As part of their Florida tour, the boys require housing for two nights on Saturday, March 7, and Sunday, March 8. If you might be able to offer accommodation to at least two boys (they are required to stay in pairs), please contact Ginny VanOsdol, who has kindly agreed to coordinate housing. Ginny can be reached at 701.8029, or virginiavanosdol@gmail.com
Simon Morley
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Palm Sunday Crosses Needed
Please bring your Palm Sunday 2014 crosses in to the church or parish offices so we can burn them for ashes for Ash Wednesday.
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Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper: February 17
Please mark your calendars for the Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper aka Fat Tuesday.
Where: Parish Hall
When: 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Cost: $5 per person or $20 for whole family
Who: ALL are invited to dinner to prepare for Ash Wednesday and the beginning of Lent.
Any questions or if you would like to help, please email lbaldwin@stjohnstampa.org
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St. John's Book Club: February 17
The St. John's Book Club will meet on Tuesday, February 17, at 4:00 p.m. in the Lowry Room. Patsy Carte will lead the discussion of The Invention of Wings, by Sue Monk Kidd. Everyone is welcome to attend.
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Interested In Getting Healthier Physically AND Spiritually?
A new class begins tomorrow, Thursday, February 5, focusing on the Daniel Plan.
Time: 12:15 to 1:00 p.m.
Where: Discovery House
Who: Anyone interested in feeling better, more energetic, more focused
What:The Daniel Plan is a groundbreaking healthy lifestyle program founded on Biblical principles, focusing on: Faith, Food, Fitness, Focus, and Friends.
Cost: The cost of the book
The class runs from February 5 to March 5 (5 weeks total). The program works better when done in community because God designed us to thrive in loving supporting communities. The overreaching message is that of abundance not deprivation. The Daniel plan is a transformational and sustainable lifestyle.
Any questions, email lbaldwin@stjohnstampa.org.
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Mission Possible Talent Show Date Set
Come one and all: actors, singers, dancers, poets, musicians, comedians, and backstage helpers, get ready for the 10th Annual Mission Possible!
When: Sunday, March 1, at 4:00 p.m.
Where: Middle Division Gym (240 Plant Avenue)
Who: Children in 3rd grade and up and their friends. Churchgoers and School students are all welcome to perform.
Rehearsals begin this week. For SJE students, rehearsals take place at school during lunch. Look for a permission slip and a schedule to be sent home with your child. Service hour opportunities for older students are also available.
Questions? Email lbaldwin@stjohnstampa.org.
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Upcoming Youth Dates
Info Session for Youth Mission Trip to El Ayudante in Nicaragua (July 11 to 18)
Thursday, February 12 from 6:00 to 6:30 pm.
In the Parish Hall
High School Skating Party
Sunday, February 22 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Meet at United Skates of America on North Armenia
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Join us for Outreach Saturday!
St. John's "Outreach Saturday" will be held on Saturday, February 28 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., followed by a fellowship lunch in the Parish Hall. The outreach projects will consist of three different volunteer options at Metropolitan Ministries. We would love your participation as we get involved in our community with a hands-on effort! Questions? Contact Erin Carr at erin@sunfishholdings.com.
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Fundraiser for Jackie Faircloth at Tampa's Sugarshack
Many parishioners will have heard about Tampa native Jackie Faircloth, who was recently injured by a car when on a trip to Tallahassee. Jackie  is the granddaughter of Miriam Faircloth, longtime parishioner and volunteer at St. John's. Jackie was one of Sugarshack's first employees, so store owner Jean Paul has generously offered to donate the net proceeds from sales on four Sundays to support Jackie's recovery.
Please visit Jean Paul at Sugarshack at 1521 S. Dale Mabry Highway this Sunday, February 8. More information about Sugar Shack, including hours and menus, are available by clicking here.
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10:00 a.m.
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The Holy Eucharist (Rite I) and Healing (Chapel)
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Men's Interactive Bible Study and Lunch (Peterson Room)
The Men's Interactive Bible Study and Lunch group continues. Lunch is sandwiches at $5 per person. RSVP to dlrncrtpa@verizon.net if you would like to partake.
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12:15 p.m.
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Noonday Prayer (Chapel)
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The Daniel Plan (Discovery House)
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Friday, February 6
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12:15 p.m.
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Noonday Prayer (Chapel)
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Sunday, February 8
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Visiting Preacher Joins Us on February 8
The Rev. Dr. Bob Owens, a professor in The General Theological Seminary of the Episcopal Church, will be our guest preacher today
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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)
Bring valentines for all your Sunday School friends and share the love!
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Coffee Hour Fellowship (Parish Hall)
Adult Christian Education: The Forum (Lowry Room)
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11:15 a.m.
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The Holy Eucharist (Rite I) (Church)
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The Old Testament with the Rev. Bob Owens (Parish Hall)
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Middle School Youth Group (Parish Hall)
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High School Youth Group
(Parish Hall)
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| Monday, February 9
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8:15 a.m.
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Mom's Sanctuary Support and Bible Study Group (Discovery House)
Come have a cup of coffee, meet new friends, and reconnect with old friends at 8:15 a.m. in Discovery House. This group will continue meeting each Monday morning. Questions? Email lbaldwin@stjohnstampa.org or call 259.1570.
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12:15 p.m.
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Noonday Prayer (Chapel)
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| Tuesday, February 10
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Contemporary Women's Bible Study Starts New Series
On Tuesday, February 10, CWBS will begin a new study of the Gospel of John, using the study guide JOHN by Mark A. Matson from the Interpretation Bible Studies series. The group meets on Tuesdays from 6:45 to 8:00 a.m. in the Peterson Room at the Middle Division campus. After conversation and a light breakfast (fruit & some type of bread) that members take turns bringing, the study starts at 7:00 a.m. and ends shortly before 8:00 a.m.; a few people may leave early if they have to go to work. All women of St John's and their friends are welcome; the group includes several valued members from other branches of Christ's church. We would love to have you join us.
For more information, please contact Kathleen Moore at 221.6253 or kathleenmarymoore@gmail.com for more information.
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Mid Morning Women's Bible Study (Lowry Room)
This group meets on alternate Tuesdays for fellowship followed by study from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. They will be using the Interpretation Bible Studies guide to Romans by Art Ross and Martha M. Stevenson.
On Tuesday, Feb. 10, the Rev. Don Goodheart, Episcopal retired, will be leading a study of Unit 3, Romans 1:18 - 2:16, "Sin and Salvation." For information on acquiring the guide, as well as other questions, email Sally Wiley (or 253.3906) or Pat Wilson (or 644.4640).
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12:15 p.m.
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Noonday Prayer (Chapel)
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Wednesday, February 11
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12:15 p.m.
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The Holy Eucharist (Rite II) (Chapel)
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Wednesday Nights at St. John's (Parish Hall)
Beginning January 7, 2015, the Wednesday Nights at St. John's group will see and ponder The Tabernacle.
The Tabernacle is a fantastic 6-session video-based study on the biblical Tabernacle. Using the popular Tabernacle ExperienceŽ replica of the Tabernacle of Moses, this study presents an expert-guided tour and explanation of each part.
The Wednesday Nights at St. John's group invites all parishioners and friends to join them each week in the Parish Hall. Bring a dish to share and an open heart and mind for discussion. Contact Paul and Winkie Game at pgamefla@aol.com for details.
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