Sanctuary Air Conditioning – One of the two air conditioning units failed last Sunday. Don troubleshot the unit and could not get it working. We intend on replacing at the first availability, but it may be warm in the Sanctuary.

Meals on Wheels – Suffolk Meals on Wheels is looking for volunteers to assist in meal delivery. If you would like to volunteer, or if you have questions, please contact: Kitty Martin at (757) 377-6552, or Jessica at Obici at (757) 934-4911.

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 23, 2023, 10:30 am Holy Eucharist Rite II
Lessons for Eighth Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 11)
First Lesson:  Genesis 28:10-19a
Response:  Psalm 139:1-11, 22-23
Second Lesson:  Romans 8:12-25
Gospel:  Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43

Lay Participants
Chalicist/Prayers of the People:  Anne
Lector:  Anne
Usher:  Bert

Video of worship from Jul 16: https://youtu.be/Vu5PDHnC6j0
Sermon from Jul. 16: 7 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.

Assisting Loaves & Fishes – Thank you to all who assisted with the “Christmas in July” collection.

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 – Wounds: It seems to me that when we get to heaven, God will recognize us not so much by our achievements, gifts, and talents. God, I think, will recognize us by our wounds received in the struggle. God will love us for them, and God will bless us.

– Br. Geoffrey Tristram, 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/
Thu. Jul. 20th            * Vestry Meeting – 1:00 – 3:00 pm (Parlor)
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; and Roger.

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: Rebecca & John Troutman – Ordination Process; The Rev. Andie Rohrs.
Anglican Cycle of Prayer: Pray for the Church of the Province of Central Africa.

Flowers on the Altar the flowers are given to the glory of God and in memory of William by Joe & Ann.

Birthdays in July
Cross 08                    Elsie 12
Anne 29

If you are in need of Pastoral Care
Please call Father Ferguson.
Home:  757-484-8409

Minister of Music: Roger Peyton

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