November 26, 2023
Today’s altar flowers are given to the glory of God and in celebration of their anniversary by the Bev and Michael Kaczmarski.
Pledge Update: Thus far we have received 50 pledges, totaling $308,952. Please submit your 2024 pledge as soon as possible.
Children’s Choir TODAY at 9:30 AM and Faith Formation at 10:00 AM. All children are welcome. Contact Christopher Harlow-Jennings or Deacon Walker for more information.
Advent Devotional Books are available in the narthex.
We are having a Christmas Market on December 2 from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM to support the Bethlehem Builds affordable housing project. See the weekly email for more information and contact Jane Bowman if you are interested.
Christmas decorations: Recommended donations of $25-$100 are appreciated, but we will receive donations of any amount. To be included in the Christmas worship bulletins, dedications must be received in the church office by December 10. Sign up in the rear entryway.
Lessons & Carols & St. John’s Anniversary, December 10 at 4:00 PM.
This moving service combines readings with choral music and congregational carols. Following the service, we will have a festive reception celebrating the 115th anniversary of the founding of our congregation with Bishop Tracie Bartholomew as our special guest.
Thursday Meals for Summit Warm Hearts: Every other Thursday we are providing dinner for our Warm Hearts guests. Sign up to provide meals, sides, salads, or desserts in the weekly email.
LSMNJ Gifts due December 10.
GRACE collection of spices, bouillon, and cooking oil, due December 10.
Mitten Tree collection of new or gently-used mittens, hats, scarves, or other winter apparel due December 17.
BRIDGES Run Collection: We are collecting supplies for 200 sustainable lunches to be assembled on December 17. Sign up in the narthex or in the weekly email.
BRIDGES Run: We will be handing out lunches on December 23. If you wish to participate, please sign up in the weekly email.