September 23, 2015 Issue 
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From the Parish Register

Birthdays:

September 24, Lauren Brown, Sloane Dring, Michael Nolan, II, Alejandro Valdes, Robert Vawter, Jr.

September 25, Thomas Bricklemyer, Wayne Capen, Emily Deitzer, Lisa Marlene Sawyer, Paul Weekley

September 26, Justin Roman
 
September 27, Gwen Hedges, Ambrose Jones, Greg Moore, Janice Platt, Tucker Witte

September 28, Ruth Garland, Timothy Killgoar, Amy Patenaude, Barry Shone

September 29, George Richardson, Margaret Russell

September 30, Emmala Brown, Jean Denney, Witten Graff, Hailey Stricker
 

 
 
Sunday's Scripture Snippet  

A harvest of righteousness is sown in peace for those who make peace.

James 3





 

Parish News
Children's Service This Sunday
Join us in the Parish Hall this Sunday at 9:15 a.m. for a special service for young children and their families!
Serving the Right People, in the Right Places, for the Right Reasons, at the Right Time
To be the person we are called to be; it is important to discover our spiritual gifts, personal style and God-given passion for serving in the body of Christ.  We need to know our gifts and passions to serve the right people, in the right places, for the right reasons and at the right time.  If you are interested in finding your niche for serving others at St. John's and through other organizations, this series is for you! 

We have different seasons of service in our lives.  Have you lived out your current season and are feeling burned out and frustrated? Do you need to find a different avenue for serving God's people?  Knowing your gifts, passion, availability and reason for serving enriches your life and the lives of those you touch.

We will explore the aspects of serving through our gifts, personality and passions.  Classes will be held in on Sundays, October 4, 11, and 25 in the Lowry Room at 4:00 p.m.  The charge for the class is $10 for the book we will use.  Please contact Mother Alice at asadler@stjohnstampa.org or 397.1005 to register for the class.  
Middle School Youth Group
Middle School youth, join us in the Parish Hall on Sunday, September 27, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. to build our fellowship and faith!
Pumpkin Painting Party!
Join the Children's Ministry on Sunday, October 4, from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. in the Parish Hall for fall fun! BYO Pumpkin for painting, we will supply paint and brushes and snacks.

St. Francis Pet Blessing
Our annual blessing of the pets will take place on Monday, October 5, in the courtyard at 3:00 p.m. All dogs, cats, lizards, and any other pet are welcome! Pets must be contained in crates/cages, in owner's arms, or on leashes, please.
St. John's Men's Ministry
Our first meeting of the new year will be Tuesday, November 3, in the Parish Hall. The speaker will be Rob Greenway. Rob has spoken to the group twice before. We are indebted to him for speaking again. The topic will be "Islam: Core Beliefs & Practices". 

Rob's last appearance generated the largest number of attendees of any meeting so it is important that you RSVP to Dallas Coffield at dcoffield@gmail.com. 

Location
Parish Hall

Dates
November 3, 2015, January 5, 2016, February 2, 2016, March 1, 2016, April 5, 2016, May 3, 2016

Meeting Schedule
5:30 Wine & Fellowship 
6:00 Buffet Dinner ($12) 
6:30 Speaker

Deanery Representatives Elected 
At Deanery Convocations held at Church of the Redeemer and St. Mary's Bonita Springs, four new members of Diocese of Southwest Florida parishes were elected to become deanery representatives to Diocesan Council. We congratulate St. John's parishioner Hal Wiley who was elected for a first term as a lay representative to council. 
The elections will be final when confirmed by the annual Diocesan Convention in October in Punta Gorda. Click here for more information.
Mark Your Calendar
Mid Morning Women's Bible Study
On Tuesday, October 6, the Women's Mid Morning Bible Study will focus on the second chapter of Paul's Letter to the Ephesians.  Fr. Chip Connelly will guide our study.  

We invite all women of the parish and interested friends and neighbors to join us at 10:15 to 11:30 a.m. in the Lowry Room.  We meet on alternate Tuesdays.  For more information contact Pat Wilson at patwilson68@tampabay.rr.com or 644.4640 or Joan McKay at mckayjhm@aol.com.
Action Items and Opportunities
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 offices at 259.1570 with questions.

Simply click on this link, AFTER downloading the above instructions, to get started https://secure.accessacs.com/access/memberlogin.aspx?sn=91856
This Week at St. John's
Thursday, September 24
10:00 a.m.
The Holy Eucharist (Rite I) and Healing (Chapel)
11:45 a.m.
Men's Bible Study and Lunch (Peterson Room)
12:15 p.m.

Noonday Prayer (Chapel)

Friday, September 25
12:15 p.m.

Noonday Prayer (Chapel)

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
Sunday, September 27
(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)
11:15 a.m.
The Holy Eucharist (Rite I) (Church)
Monday, September 28
12:15 p.m.

Noonday Prayer (Chapel)

Tuesday, September 29
6:45 a.m.
Contemporary Women's Bible Study (Peterson Room)
CWBS continues a study of Acts using the Interpretation Bible Studies series text through the early fall. 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 current 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 30
12:15 p.m.
The Holy Eucharist (Rite II) (Chapel)
6:30 p.m.
Wednesday Nights at St. John's (Parish Hall)
The group continues a six session DVD program: The Jesus I Never Knew.

Take another look at the Lord you thought you knew so well! Based on the challenging and insightful bestseller The Jesus I Never Knew, this rich visual study leads the viewer through an examination of Christ in the Gospels. Led by Philip Yancey and featuring film clips of cinematic portrayals, it's certain to get participants thinking and growing! This curriculum features 6 DVD sessions in which Yancey provides insightful biblical teaching that challenges our understanding of Jesus and calls us to a deeper life of discipleship.

Session Three, September 30, Revolution of Grace
Session Four, October 7, Jesus' Miracles
Session Five, October 14, Jesus' Death and Resurrection 
Session Six. October 21, The Difference Jesus Makes
 
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.