October 28, 2015 Issue 
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From the Parish Register

Birthdays:


October 29, Kenneth Dockery, Rowland Lee

October 30, Richard Arcuri Jr, Emerson French, Scott Greacen, Robert Mattox III, Stephen Straske II, Haydon Swanson

October 31, Simon Morley

November 1, Virginia Collier, David Corey, Nancy Craig, Minnie Norton, Allison Shamblin, Nelson Spoto, Anna Marie Stracey, Sherrie Weekley, Thomas Young 

November 2, Catherine Eckhard, Elizabeth Eckhard, Jonathan Maya, Jensen Whittlesey, Jude Whittlesey

November 4, James Few, Robert Goodman, Gerd Michel, Cynthia Peters, Evan Spencer

 
Sunday's Scripture Snippet  

For the law appoints as high priests those who are subject to weakness, but the word of the oath, which came later than the law, appoints a Son who has been made perfect forever.

Hebrews 7





 

Parish News
St. John's Men's Ministry Cancellation
The Men's Ministry's first meeting of the new year was to be this Tuesday, November 3. However, our speaker, Rob Greenway, had an unavoidable last minute conflict. But we are happy to announce that Rob will speak on the topic "Islam: Core Beliefs & Practices" at the group's January 5, 2016 meeting. We hope you will join us then for wine and fellowship beginning at 5:30 p.m.
Associate Organist Appointed
I am delighted to be able to announce the appointment of James Carmichael to the position of Associate Organist of St. John's, with effect from Sunday, November 8, 2015. James joins us following the appointment of our former Associate, Nick Herrin, as Organist and Choirmaster of James House of Prayer here in Tampa.

James has been Organist and Choirmaster of Apostles Lutheran Church, ECLA, in Brandon, FL, since 2004. Previously, he held similar positions in Virginia and San Francisco. He began his music career as University Organist and Instructor of Music at Mercer University, Macon, Georgia, and Staff Artist at Bay View Conservatory of Music, Petoskey, Michigan. He holds Bachelor's and Master's degrees in organ performance from Mars Hill College and the University of Oklahoma, studying with, among others, Gerhard Krapf and Mildred Andrews.

Please join us in welcoming James to the St. John's community.

Simon Morley
www. StJohnsTampa.org Relaunched
Check out our revamped website, specially designed to let community members know more about our wonderful parish! The site includes information about our youth programs and music series, and has an archive of past Scroll newsletters, and an event calendar, as well as a way to make your 2016 stewardship pledge online. There's even a Facebook feed! Be sure to visit soon!
Quarterly Financials
Events and Fellowship
The Soiree: Friday, November 13
St. John's invites you to a Soiree on Friday, November 13
At the home of Carol & Henry Woodroffe
2109 North Dundee Street, 33629
Please bring an appetizer to share and your favorite beverage

RSVP to Mary Hulse at 391.7743 or mmhulse@tampabay.rr.com or to Pat Wilson at 644.4640 or patwilson68@tampabay.rr.com
Meet the Author!
Ladies, mark your calendars!! Meet the author of our women's advent series book, Bible Women: All their Words and Why They Matter by the Rev. Lindsay Hardin Freeman.
 
On Sunday, November 1, at 10:30 a.m. in the Lowry Room, there will be an organizational meeting:
  • To choose the day and time of week to gather to share each week's reading from the book  
  • To make plans to attend the Bible Women event featuring the Rev. Lindsay Freeman on November 14 at DaySpring Conference Center. The day is sponsored by the Episcopal Church Women of the Diocese of SW Florida.  Carpooling from St. John's will be coordinated.
The Rev. Lindsay Freeman is passionate about sharing great stories of faith from a woman's perspective. She profiles the words of every woman who spoke in the Bible. Bible Women is an opportunity to get reacquainted with not only the stories of the biblical woman, but also to reflect anew on their words and actions as they relate to our lives. She is an award-winning author and has been a priest for 30 years.
 
On Saturday, November 14, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at DaySpring Conference Center in Ellenton, the Rev. Freeman will speak at the ECW annual meeting. The Bible Women game, based on the TV game show "Jeopardy," will be featured during the afternoon.  Cost for the day is $25. Music for the day will be provided by Fran McKendree who weaves melodies and lyrics that gather community and invites the Holy Spirit into the soul through laughter, gentle rhythms and foot-stomping beats.  Fran is well loved in the diocese and across the country for his music that is deeply rooted in both Christian tradition and theology and speaks of a God who knows us and loves us in the diversity of our human spirit. 
 
Beginning the week of Sunday, November 29, the Women's Advent Series will meet weekly on the dates and time determined at the organizational meeting on November 1 at 4:00 p.m.  The price of the book is $22.  Mother Alice Sadler will facilitate the discussions.
 
Beginning in January, the study of women profiled in Bible Women will continue weekly.
Christmas Pageant and Sign Up Brunch
It's that time again!  If your child (grades K4 through 5) is interested in participating in the annual Christmas Eve pageant at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 24, you can sign up and enjoy a light brunch on November 1 after the 9:15 service in the courtyard. You can also contact Miranda Harrison-Quillin at Mharrisonquillin@stjohnstampa.org.  We will need all hands on deck so if you can help during the rehearsals or performances, please also let her know.  

Rehearsals will take place during the Christian Formation hour following the 9:15 a.m. service on the following Sundays: November 29, December 6, December 13, and December 20.  There will also be a rehearsal on Saturday, December 19, beginning at 9:00 a.m., and a final rehearsal on Thursday, December 24 at 2:30 p.m.  

Sheep, kings, dancing angels, readers and many more are needed to bring the Gospel of Luke to life at our church on Christmas Eve.  We hope you will join us!
The Circle
Join us at 6:00 pm on November 15
At the home of Jerry and Marilin Maya,
co-hosted by Greg and Kam Hearing

4212 West Sevilla Street, 33629

The evening will have a Cuban theme--our hosts will provide the main dish (Cuban food) and a specialty drink (mojitos). Guests should bring appetizers/salad and/or dessert, or beer or wine. Contact Kim French to make sure you are on our email list.
Action Items and Opportunities
"Stitch 3 - Pray 3"
Calling all knitters, crocheters, and dressmakers! Join us on November 8, in the Lowry Room at 4:00 p.m. (Men and women are invited)
 
As part of the Pastoral Care and Outreach Commission, we are starting "Stitch 3 - Pray 3" for the purpose of knitting or crocheting prayer shawls, lap blankets, caps and scarves for those in the hospital, newborns, military members and any other groups that may have a need.  The stitching may be done as a group and individually. They prayers over the article are for the person who will receive the gift.  The stitching is done in motions of three for God, The Father; God, The Son; and God, the Holy Spirit.  You may choose different three word phrases (God is love, Walk in Light) that can be said as one knits or crochets.  Make up others as you go.
 
For those who have a gift of sewing, simple dresses may be sewn for AIDS Orphans in Tanzania or other non-profit organizations with a need for simple dresses.
 
The items will be blessed at the St. John's altar or chapel before being given away.
 
An organizational meeting will be held on November 8 from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. in the Lowry Room.  At the meeting, we will select a time to plan our first activities.  
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The St. John's Giving Tree
The Projects and Outreach Commission has developed a new way for us to give back to our community this Christmas season. In the courtyard, after all three services starting Sunday, November 15, for three consecutive Sundays, you will find a tree decorated with ornaments representing a suggested gift for one of three local organizations: Cornerstone Kids, Meals on Wheels, and Metropolitan Ministries. This effort will allow parishioners a range of giving options that align with their budget and/or causes closest to their heart. Gifts should be returned to the church by Sunday, December 6. Let's make this inaugural year of the St. John's Giving Tree a huge success!
This Week at St. John's
Thursday, October 29
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, October 30
12:15 p.m.

Noonday Prayer (Chapel)

Sunday, November 1
(choose Track 2)
8:00 a.m.
The Holy Eucharist (Rite I) (Church)
9:15 a.m.
The Holy Eucharist (Rite II) (Church)

Sunday School for Children (Parish Hall)
Following the 9:15 a.m. service
Christmas Pageant Sign Up and Brunch (Courtyard)
10:30 a.m.
Organizational Meeting: Advent Women's Group (Lowry Room)
11:15 a.m.
The Holy Eucharist (Rite I) and Holy Baptism (Church)
Monday, November 2
12:15 p.m.

Noonday Prayer (Chapel)

Tuesday, November 3
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. 
Mid Morning Women's Bible Study
On Tuesday, November 3, the Women's Mid Morning Bible Study will focus on Ephesians 4:1 through 5:2. Pat Mathews will be guiding 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.
12:15 p.m.
Noonday Prayer (Chapel)
Wednesday, November 4
12:15 p.m.
The Holy Eucharist (Rite II) (Chapel)
6:30 p.m.
Wednesday Nights at St. John's (Parish Hall)
Beginning on Wednesday, October 28, the Wednesday Nights at St. John's group will begin a new DVD series, In Israel's Mission. Author and Bible teacher Ray Vander Laan takes viewers on a journey through Israel to explore what it means to be a kingdom of priests in a prodigal world. Discover the mission that God gave his people many centuries ago and how that impacts them today.

Renowned teacher and historian Ray Vander Laan guides viewers through the land of the Bible. In each lesson, Vander Laan illuminates the historical, geographical, and cultural context of the sacred Scriptures. The series will transform viewers understanding of God and challenge them to be a true follower of Jesus.

The Wednesday Nights group will view five DVD sessions filmed on location in the Middle East:

- Session Two, November 4, Israel at Sinai: The First Great Commission (Timnah, Israel).
- Session Three, November 11, Jesus Renews His Mission: Seeking the Lost (Datzrim, Israel).
- Session Four, November 18, The Lost Son: In a Far Country (Jerash, Jordan).
- Session Five, November 25, The Seeking Father: The Lost Son Returns (Datzrim, Israel). 

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.