May 22, 2022

Today’s altar flowers are given to the glory of God.

Guest Preacher and leader of our forum TODAY, the Rev. Ben Hogue from ELCA World Hunger. Pastor Hogue will share how the ELCA is funding World Hunger, Disaster Response, and other worldwide missions we support.

Youth Group Meeting, TODAY at 7:00 PM.

The Anti-Racism Committee is hosting a viewing of the 4-part Netflix docuseries, High on the Hog: How African American Cuisine Transformed America. Our last viewing is May 23 from 7:00–9:00 PM, and will be followed by a food sampling related to the series.

Summit Has Pride, Saturday June 4, at 6:00 PM on the Village Green. St. John’s will join the City of Summit by showing their pride in their community with educational and non-profit displays from organizations serving the LGBTQ+ community. The event is free and open to all.

Livestream Training, June 9, 7:00 PM: A simple and brief training to learn how to run our weekly livestream is available for anyone to attend. Questions? Contact Stephanie Rothman.

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!

Registration for all Cross Roads Summer Camp Programs is open. Come to one of the Cross Roads  open house on 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.

Anti-Racism Committee Summer reading books available with discussions after Labor Day. Small Great Things by Jodi Picoult is based on the true story of a labor and delivery nurse who was prohibited by a baby’s father from any Black nurses caring for his baby. Recommended donation $10. Sum of Us: What Racism Costs Everyone and How We Can Prosper Together by Heather McGhee examines the damage caused by racism in policymaking and proposes a path forward to combat these challenges. Recommended donation $15.

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.