August 26, 2015 Issue 
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From the Parish Register


Birthdays:

August 27,  Dallas Coffield, III, Cynthia Cox, Miller Hoskins, Meghan Nelson, Geraldine Parker, Jack Wilson

August 28,  Grace Shoukry, Eric Williams

August 29,  William Few, Rick Jacobson, Florence Marriott, Alexandra Palermo, Nancy Watkins

August 30,  Christina Adams, Brett Couch, Virginia Elliott, Matthew Leach, William Maggart

August 31,  Todd Bradley, Jane Kumagai, Kathleen Moore, Dorothy Ruas

September 1, Joseph Rugg, Helen Soash, Joseph Timberlake, IV

September 2, Hailey Belfatti, Cary Brown, Virginia Coursen, Grace Hyatt, Ryan Martin, John Peterson
 

 
Sunday's Scripture Snippet  

Therefore take up the whole armor of God, so that you may be able to withstand on that evil day, and having done everything, to stand firm. Stand therefore, and fasten the belt of truth around your waist, and put on the breastplate of righteousness. 

Ephesians 6
(use Track 2)





 

Parish News
Kids, Join Us for Our First Service Made Just for You!
Starting this Sunday, August 30, a new monthly service created especially for families with young children will begin. The service will take place in the Parish Hall and will run concurrently with the 9:15 a.m. service. Children will participate in the service, and the sermon and music will be geared to their growing minds and faith.
Deadline Extended for Baseball with the Bishop!
The deadline for tickets to the Rays "Baseball with the Bishop" at the Red Sox game on Friday, September 11 has been extended.  If you want to join the fun with some fellow Episcopalians, please get a check to the parish office by Noon on Monday, August 30 with a note indicating who's going with you.  To facilitate ticket sales, there will be a table set up in the courtyard between services this weekend.  If you're planning on going, you can sign up then.  And...if your throwing arm hasn't had a workout in a while, we will have a pitching contest on the lawn on Orleans - if you throw 3 pitches, your name will be entered to win one free ticket to the game.  We'll even do a couple video clips in the event you'd like to give Bishop Smith a few pointers (he'll be throwing out the first pitch before the game and, based on prior years' efforts, he needs some coaching).  Kids of all ages are welcome to toss a few pitches.
Cornerstone Kids Receive Backpacks
At the start of this school year, all 35 children went back to school with new backpacks which were filled with supplies, thanks to the generosity of this parish. We well exceeded our goal of $1,200! The smiles in these pictures really tell it all. Thanks to everyone who participated in this effort!
Parish Online Directory: Update Your Info!
All St. John's members are invited to access their church community through a secure online account. To be eligible, you must be a member and have provided the parish office with your active email account.

For instructions to help you navigate through the online process, click here. Instructions can also be found in the back of the church this Sunday and in the parish offices. We encourage you to make sure your information is correct and to upload a current photo of yourself or your family.

Please email dhuelsman@stjohnstampa.org or call the parish office with questions.

Simply click on this link, AFTER downloading the above instructions, to get started https://secure.accessacs.com/access/memberlogin.aspx?sn=91856
Mark Your Calendar
Reception to Honor Leland Baldwin
We will honor Leland Baldwin's years of service to St. John's on Sunday, September 13. Please join us in the Parish Hall after the 9:15 a.m. service. If you would like to contribute to a purse for Leland, please send a check to St. John's noted "Leland Baldwin" and we will gather the funds for her.
Save these Upcoming Dates for Children and Youth
Sunday, September 13 - Youth Group Kickoff, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., Parish Hall
Friday, September 18 - Family Game Night, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., Parish Hall

Contact Miranda Harrison-Quillin for more information.
Welcome Back Soiree 
Friday,September 25 at 7:00 p.m.
Hosted by Mary & Ron Hulse at their home
4912 Lyford Cay Road,33629
As always bring an appetizer to share and your favorite beverage
RSVP to Mary at 286.1121 or mmhulse@tampabay.rr.com
Pat Wilson at 644.4640 or patwilson68@tampabay.rr.com
Annual FATHERS Camping Trip Dates Set
The annual FATHERS camping trip to Lakewood Retreat for dads and kids will take place on November 13 and 14. Save the date! For more information, contact Kaivon Madani.
The Circle Kicks Off 2015-2016

The Circle will kick off the new year on November 15 with a get-together at the home of Jerry and Marilin Maya. The event will be co-hosted by Greg and Kam Hearing. Mark your calendars and look for more information soon! Make sure you are on our mailing list by contacting Kim French.

Action Items and Opportunities
Sandwich Sunday Volunteer Coordinator Needed

After several years of coordinating our Sandwich Sunday outreach to Faith Cafe, Amanda Sansone is taking a well-earned break, and we are looking for someone to fill her shoes. The main duties are recruiting volunteer host families/parishioners and helping assemble sandwiches and bag lunches on the third Sunday of the month. We have host families already scheduled through December 2015, but are looking for someone to take the reins now in preparation for next year. Interested in being more involved in this rewarding and vital ministry? Contact Amanda for more information about what the job entails.

This Week at St. John's
Thursday, August 27
10:00 a.m.
The Holy Eucharist (Rite I) and Healing (Chapel)
11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.
Men's Interactive Bible Study and Lunch (Peterson Room)

The Men's Thursday Bible Study and Lunch group meets weekly during the summer of 2015. The readings the group will study are those from the Revised Common Lectionary for the coming Sunday. The group will continue with this pattern, reading and studying the lessons for the Sunday to follow so as to better understand and absorb those readings and the sermon on Sunday.

 

Extra parking is available in the School's parking area across Plant St. under the Cross-town expressway if the regular lot is full. Please do not park in the Four Green Fields parking lots. Lunch is sandwiches at $5 per person. RSVP to dlrncrtpa@verizon.net if you would like to partake.

12:15 p.m.

Noonday Prayer (Chapel)

Friday, August 28
12:15 p.m.

Noonday Prayer (Chapel)

Sunday, August 30
(choose Track 2)
8:00 a.m.
The Holy Eucharist (Rite I) (Church)
9:15 a.m.
The Holy Eucharist (Rite II) (Church)

Children's Service (Rite II) (Parish Hall)
Following the 9:15 a.m. service
Coffee Hour Fellowship (Parish Hall)
11:15 a.m.
The Holy Eucharist (Rite I) (Church)
4:30 to         6:30 p.m.
Sixth Grade Youth Welcome Party (Parish Hall)
Monday, August 31
12:15 p.m.

Noonday Prayer (Chapel)

Tuesday, September 1
6:45 a.m.
Contemporary Women's Bible Study (Peterson Room)

CWBS begins a new study this week. 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.  They would love to have you join them.  For more information, please contact Kathleen Moore at 221.6253 or kathleenmarymoore@gmail.com. 

12:15 p.m.
Noonday Prayer (Chapel)
Wednesday, September 2
12:15 p.m.
The Holy Eucharist (Rite II) (Chapel)
6:30 p.m.
Wednesday Nights at St. John's (Parish Hall)
Jesus the New Way is a magnificent account of the life and message of Jesus of Nazareth. N.T. Wright is truly one of the most outstanding contemporary Jesus scholars, which is evident throughout this entire production.
 
Program 6, September 2-The New Claim: Was Jesus really raised from the dead? What about all the skeptics' explanations as to why that is impossible? What did resurrection mean to first-century Jews? How does the resurrection of Jesus address our individual lives?
 
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 more details.