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Today’s altar flowers are given to the glory of God and in celebration of Linda Clark’s birthday by the Clark family.
Children’s Choir (Grades 2–5) and Ye Little Saints & Singers (Pre-K–Grade 1) TODAY at
9:30AM and Children’s Faith Formation (PreK–Grade 6) at 10:00 AM. All are welcome.
Fall Worship Volunteers Needed: See the weekly email to sign up.
Sanctuary Renovations Update: We are about to begin the construction phase of the sanctuary renovations by mid-October. Plan to attend the Forum TODAY to hear about all the plans.
Foodbank Trip: SJSM is looking for 10 volunteers for a trip to the Foodbank on October 17, 9:00 AM–11:00 AM. Register by October 5 in the weekly email.
Interweave: Life-Givers, October 5, 7:00 PM: These monthly gatherings are presented in partnership with Interweave. Each month we come together to understand and be inspired by those who did more than ride the tides of time but were part of a life-giving movement of grace in the world. Light Refreshments, free-will offering.
Movie Screening; Hello Beautiful, October 9, 7:00 PM: Come see this award-winning new film by member Mike Espinosa about a true life struggle with cancer and ultimate story of hope.
ASP Q&A, October 18 at Noon for this year’s trip, planned for July 3-10, 2027.If you have any interest in ASP, contact Laura Snyder in person or at njsnyders5@verizon.net.
Coat Drive: We will be collecting new and gently used coats, scarves, and gloves for the Market Street Mission Coat Drive. All items are due by October 25.
College Care Packages: The Sunshine Team is assembling care packages for our college students. If you have a college student, please send their mailing address to Jama Bowman.
Care Package Donations Needed: Please see the weekly email to sign up for items needed for our college students. Donations are due October 26.
The Gospel of Mark: Tuesdays through October 27 at 7:00 PM in the library. We will walk through the Bible’s earliest source for the life of Jesus with scholar Amy-Jill Levine.
Crafters Needed: The 4th Annual Saint John’s Christmas Market is December 5. If you are interested in donating crafts or wish to help volunteer, please contact Izzy Calis.
Who’s My Neighbor: Each neighborhood/town/region will gather over food and conversation. You should have received your invitation to your neighborhood gathering this past week.
Library Book Review: Be sure to check out this week’s email for a review of Heidi Neumark’s book, Sanctuary–Being Christian in the Wake of Trump.
Snacks Needed for Sunday Morning Fellowship Time, Sundays from 9:00–11:00 AM. Homemade or store-bought baked goods/bagels, fruit/veggies, and cheese & crackers are just some ideas. Sign up in the weekly email. Everyone needs to contribute.