TODAY, we welcome the Rev. Dr. R. Guy Erwin, President of United Lutheran Seminary as our guest preacher and leading a forum at 9:00 AM.
Congregational Retreat—September 30–October 1: Join us for a fun weekend at Cross Roads for activities for all ages, faith formation, building connections with other church members, or simply to connect with nature. We have reserved the entire Christ Center, a modern hotel-like retreat space with private bathrooms. Speak to Pastor Scalet or Jane Bowman with questions. Initial head count numbers are needed ASAP.
Children’s Choir TODAY, 9:30-10:00 AM, in the Choir Room. Open to all children ages 5 and up. September 25, October 2, & 9; and we will sing on October 16 at the 10:30 AM service. Have fun, learn basic vocal technique and musical fundamentals, and sing in worship!
Children’s Faith Formation TODAY at 10:00 AM in the Youth Lounge.
Lutherringers TODAY 11:45 AM in the loft, and is open to middle school through adults.
RIC Forum: The SJSM Committee will be hosting a forum September 25 at 9:00AM as part of the RIC process, addressing definitions, terminology, and some key historical events. Come learn about this ever-evolving topic and bring your questions!
Bridges Outreach Streets to Homes 5K Run and Walk, Sunday, September 25 at 9:00 AM on the Village Green. It would be great to see some members running or walking in the race, which supports one of our longtime ministry partners. Visit Bridgesoutreach.org to register and join the “St. John’s Team.” Email Brett Tomlinson with questions. You can do the run/walk and still come to worship at 10:30—we don’t mind if you are sweaty or still wearing running shoes!
Shirley Paulson is turning 100! Please send a birthday card for this momentous occasion to: 93 Colfax Road, Springfield, NJ 07081. All are invited to an open house at her home, September 25 from 12:00 - 3:00 PM. A group will head over around 1:00 PM to visit and sing for Shirley.
Family Promise, September. 25–October 1: Meals or gift cards (groceries or Uber/Lyft) are needed. Sign up to volunteer at familypromise.org/what-we-do/fp-union-county, scroll to the bottom of the page to Volunteer Opportunities. Amy Jones, volunteer coordinator, will email you details. Digital gift cards can be emailed to ajones@familypromise.org. Physical cards can be mailed to Family Promise Union County, Attn: Amy Jones, 402 Union Ave., Elizabeth, NJ 07208. Questions may be directed to Marifel Calis.
Back to the Basics in the ELCA Class: Pastor Blake will be offering an adult education class, Tuesdays at 7:00 PM for six weeks, beginning September 27. Join us for a lively discussion.
Bethlehem NOLA Visit: Pastor Ben Groth will be visiting with us October 15–16.
Worship Assistants Needed! Fall brings the return of two services and the Worship Committee needs YOU to serve as Ushers, Greeters, Readers, Assisting Ministers or to be on Altar Guild. All these jobs are essential to worship. Please reach out to Bev Kaczmarski.