Today’s altar flowers are given to the glory of God and in loving memory of Theresa Alleyne by her daughters Pat Bennett and Marilyn DeFreitas and their families, and in loving memory of David Coble by Rick, Alana, & Julia Coble.
Cross Roads Camp Visit TODAY: Helen and Dylan Payanzo, the new Program Directors at Cross Roads will be with us in worship.
Dinner Church, TONIGHT at 6:00 PM: Join us for Word and sacrament in an intimate dinner setting.
First Communion Reception: Charlotte Ngo and Merel Ngo celebrate their reception of Holy Communion during our 10:30 AM service. Welcome to the Lord’s table.
Lutheran Disaster Response is providing refugees and those affected by the crisis in Ukraine with immediate financial support (100% of all donations are given) as well as food, blankets, water and hygiene kits. You can mail or drop off a check at the church office, or donate online and type “Ukraine” under the “Special Giving” field or in the memo line.
The Anti-Racism Committee is hosting a viewing of the 4-part Netflix docuseries, High on the Hog: How African American Cuisine Transformed America. Viewings are on Monday, May 16 & 23 from 7:00–9:00 PM, and will be followed by a food sampling related to the series.
Memorial Service for Erma Colvin May 21 at 11:00 AM.
Guest Preacher and Forum May 22: The Rev. Benjamin Hogue, ELCA Mission Fund Director, will be with us and his role relating to ELCA World Hunger. Forum will be at 9:00 AM.
Youth Group Meeting, May 22 at 7:00 PM.
Registration for all Cross Roads Summer Camp Programs is open. Come to one of the Cross Roads open houses on May 14 or June 11 to visit camp, ask all your questions, and even enjoy a delicious lunch! Learn more and register at crossroadsretreat.com. Hinman Scholarship funds are available to church members attending Lutheran camps.
ASP Fundraiser: For the month of June, ASP volunteers will be on hand on Sundays to assist you in participating in the Piece by Peace Fundraiser, our only fundraiser this year. Come help us “repair a house” (model) by “purchasing” siding, windows, decking, roofing, etc. to make it warmer, safer, and drier! Items are $10 and up, but any donation will be accepted.
Church Picnic will be June 12. Mark your calendars!
Save the Date–Blood Drive at St. John’s! On June 24, St. John’s will host a blood drive from 12:00 to 6:00 PM. Details and registration information coming soon!