July 5, 2026

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Today’s altar flowers are given to the glory of God and in memory of John F. Lose and Susan G. Lose by Susan, Chris, & John Leelike.

TODAY, We welcome The Rev. Bridget Gautieri, ELCA Wittenberg Center Director, as our guest preacher and forum leader after the 9:15 AM service. The Wittenberg Center, based in Martin Luther’s hometown, serves as a connection between the ELCA, the Lutheran World Federation, the Evangelische Kirche Deutschland, and pilgrims to ground zero of the Reformation. St. John’s is a partner congregation of this missionary project.

Rummage Sale: Items may be dropped off TODAY until Noon, Monday, July 6, 5:00 PM–9:15 PM and Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday 8:45 AM–9:15 PM. The sale will be Friday and Saturday, July 10–11 from 9:00 AM–4:00 PM

LSMNJ Backpack Collection: We are collecting items for students in the LSMNJ’s affordable housing program. Please shop for the supplies and return filled backpacks by July 26. Contact Helen Dachowicz if you have any questions. Drop off begins on Sunday, July 12. Shopping lists are in the weekly email and in the narthex.

Evangelism Opportunities: We are a sponsor for several events on the Summit Green this summer. We need members to be representatives of our congregation, to meet our neighbors, and to enjoy a fun night out! July 13 is Community Night and September 18 is Fiesta Latina. See the weekly email to sign up for this or any of the upcoming events.

Hinman Scholarships: Applications for help with education costs are due August 1. You can access the application via the weekly email. Contact Linda Mesenbrink.

Delaney Hall Detainees’ Family Support: See the weekly email for a list of items being collected to support families waiting to see loved ones at Delaney Hall Detention Center.

Summer Worship Volunteers Needed: We have many opportunities for members to help lead in worship. All the signups can be found in the weekly email. Sign up today!