Feb 12 – 6 Epiphany Deuteronomy 30:15-20 Exhortation to Choose Life Background: The book of Deuteronomy is the last book of the Pentateuch – the five books of Moses. This book is often viewed as a series of addresses offered by Moses to the Israelites prior to their entry into the land of promise. Towards […]
We hope you’re having a Super Sunday today. February dawned overcast but is becoming bright and cheerful. Today was a day to celebrate our life together in community; to welcome returning newcomers and to share God’s table with friend and neighbor alike. Our “mascot” was waiting for us after worship – Dante (the Jack Russell […]
Inclement Weather Policy – Safety is first and foremost at St. John’s. We will follow the Suffolk School District with respect to closures. If we have an event planned expect it to continue as scheduled BUT if you do NOT feel safe getting to the Church, please stay home. Your safety is more important to […]
Feb 5 – 5 Epiphany Isaiah 58:1-12 False and True Worship Background: This passage is a portion of the book of Isaiah commonly referred to as Third Isaiah (Chapters 55-66). This section is often viewed as a series of oracles from unknown prophets following the Babylonian exile. Third Isaiah can be seen as an exhortation […]
Blessings to you on the 4th Sunday after the Epiphany, the 5th Sunday of 2017, and the last Sunday of January. A wonderful day for worship and hopefully the kick off to a clear week (with no appreciable snow). We are turning the page on January and settling into a routine, getting ready for Lent […]