Sanctuary Air Conditioning – One of the two air conditioning units failed a couple weeks ago and the second is struggling to keep up. We are getting an estimate to replace the 32-year-old unit(s). We may have to shift worship to the Parish Hall depending on the weather. Please keep an eye open for news about our worship location.
CAPS Fundraiser – CAPS will have their annual fundraiser on Sunday, September 17. They are selling take-out BBQ from Captain Bob’s for $13/plate. Meals will include BBQ, fried chicken, slaw, hush puppies, and green beans. We have 50 tickets to sell so invite your friends and neighbors to buy a ticket to support CAPS. See the flyer on the bulletin board for more information.
Worship Service Video – A post-production video of worship will be on our YouTube channel on Sunday afternoon. A link to the video will be provided separately. Our channel URL is at this link.
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July 30, 2023, 10:30 am Holy Eucharist Rite II
Lessons for Ninth Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 12)
First Lesson: Genesis 29:15-28
Response: Psalm 105:1-11, 45b
Second Lesson: Romans 8:26-39
Gospel: Matthew 13:31-33, 44-52
Lay Participants
Chalicist/Prayers of the People: Kathy
Lector: Lynn (Substitute needed)
Usher: Lynn (Substitute needed)
Video of worship from Jul 23: https://youtu.be/gp9jPkb2OkU
Sermon from Jul. 23: 8 Pentecost Sermon
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Communion reminder – Gluten free wafers are available during Eucharist. If you prefer a gluten free wafer, please inform the Rector or an usher.
Our Chanco Staff member – We have been blessed to offer prayers and, if we feel moved, to send cards and care packages to Summer Staff member, Krystal Barnes. The biggest gift we can offer is our prayers during the camping season. If you would like to send her a note, send it c/o Chanco on the James, 394 Floods Dr., Spring Grove VA 23881-7927.
Suffolk Senior Expo – The Suffolk Sheriff’s Office will host a free Expo on Thursday, Sep. 21 from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm. Free tickets will be available at Westminster Reformed Presbyterian Church on Thursday, Aug. 24, from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm. See the flyer in the Narthex for more information.
Delegate and Alternate – We need to elect a Delegate and Alternate for Diocesan events in the coming fiscal year. If you are willing to serve, please contact the Rector.
Vestry member – There has been a resignation from the Vestry, and we need a volunteer to agree to serve. If you are willing to serve, please contact the Rector or any Vestry member.
Ladies Luncheon Outing – The ladies of the Parish luncheons will be on the 2nd Thursday of the month. We will try different restaurants. Please watch for announcements.
Thought for the week – Surrender: When there is no way out or it appears we are at a dead end, our God continues coming to save. Moses says, “The Lord will fight for you, and you have only to keep still.” God invites our still surrender, and when we cannot, we may find ourselves being picked up, held and rocked in safe, loving arms.
– Br. Luke Ditewig, SSJE
Society of St. John the Evangelist
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Upcoming Events:
Online calendar: http://stjohnsepiscopal-suffolk.org/parish-calendar/
Online events listing: http://stjohnsepiscopal-suffolk.org/events/
Sat. Aug. 12th * James River Rug Hookers – 9:00 am – 3:00 pm (Parish Hall)
Thu. Aug. 17th * Vestry Meeting – 1:00 – 3:00 pm (Parlor)
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PASTORAL CARE
For Michael, our presiding bishop; Susan our bishop; and for Les, our priest.
Meriwether; Allen; Lon; Carroll; Richard and family; Linda; Cathy; Dotty; Cindy; Spencer and Veronique; Terry; Toni; Charles; Brenda; Roger; and Lynn.
Serving in the Armed Forces and Overseas: Alan; Sheldon & Elizabeth; and Bryan.
Chanco Staff: Krystal Barnes
Parish Cycle of Prayer: Spencer
Diocesan Cycle of Prayer: Mrs. Mary Estes
Anglican Cycle of Prayer: Pray for the Anglican Church of the Central Region of America.
Flowers on the Altar the flowers are given to the glory of God and in honor of family birthdays: Joe (8/1), Ann and her niece Fiona (8/5) by Joe & Ann.
Birthdays in July
Cross 08 Elsie 12
Ann 29
Anniversaries in August
John & Ann 29
If you are in need of Pastoral Care
Please call Father Ferguson.
Home: 757-484-8409
Minister of Music: Roger Peyton
Website: http://StJohnsEpiscopal-Suffolk.org
YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2QWNHHKVPYpp8mKcveYd5A
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