Today’s altar flowers are given to the glory of God and in memory of George Leelike by Susan, Chris, and John Leelike, and in loving memory of Don & Miriam Peterson by the Peterson families.
Special thanks to Wayne Dietterick for serving as guest organist today while Christopher is on vacation.
Pastor Blake will be on vacation for a well-deserved time of rest August 4-22. In the event of a pastoral emergency, please contact the church office.
Lutheran Disaster Response: Please donate to Lutheran Disaster response for the recent floods in Texas. Make checks payable to St. John’s with LDR in the memo line. See the weekly email to give electronically. 100% of gifts are used for the designated purpose.
Salud Mental series on mental health topics in Spanish, Tuesdays at 6:00 PM. Please share with any Spanish speakers. Contact Pastor Haydée for more information.
We are in need of Assisting Ministers, Readers, & Ushers. Please sign up in the weekly email.
Christmas at Sea Program: Make hats and scarves for the Seamen’s Church Institute, after church August 24. Supplies will be provided or bring your own. Those who aren’t knitters may join to sign and attach gift tags.
Bishop Installation, August 23, 2:00 PM: The Rev. Dr. Christa Compton will be installed as the bishop of the NJ Synod at First Baptist Church of Lincoln Gardens. All are welcome.
Summer Fun Nights, “Summer of Joy,” August 24 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM. These gatherings are for EVERYONE—kids, youth, adults, seniors, families, singles, friends! This month’s outreach collection will be for GRACE. We will be collecting baby diapers, baby wipes, and feminine hygiene products beginning TODAY and will be due August 24.
Homecoming Sunday, September 7: Join us as we kickoff the fall program year. This is an exciting time to re-engage in worship, education, music, and service. Services will be held at 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM followed by a picnic at Noon. Sign up in the weekly email or on the sheet in the entryway. We ask that you bring a side dish or salad to share.
Halloween Hoopla: Volunteers are needed to help plan this year’s Halloween Hoopla being held at St. John’s on Friday, October 24. There are jobs for all ages. Contact Jama Bowman.