Today’s altar flowers are given to the glory of God in memory of Jean Grabinsky and Shirley Paulson by the Cristino family.
We welcome the Reverend Fred Lentz as our supply pastor today.
Applications are now being accepted for the Hinman Scholarship Fund. For any questions, please contact Linda Mesenbrink.
Pastor Blake will be on vacation July 24–August 14. Please contact Carmen Johnson, Council President or the church office in the event of a pastoral emergency.
Summer Movie Night: Join us August 21 at 7:00 PM for another movie night screening, Nomadland. Released in 2020, this American drama is about a widow who leaves to travel around the United States in her van as a nomad. It won Best Picture, Best Director and Best Actress at the 93rd Academy Awards.
Thank you to the Social Justice Social Ministry Committee for organizing the collection of backpacks for LSMNJ to students in their affordable housing program. A total of 39 backpacks plus some extra supplies were collected!
Dialogue Circles on Race are facilitated conversations about race and the history of systemic racism in American society. A Dialogue Circle (6-15 participants) meets for five weeks, for two hours at a time. Co-led by trained facilitators, the group members discuss challenging readings, learn to listen deeply to one another’s experiences, and move forward in their individual journeys toward understanding and dismantling structural racism. A shared commitment to attending all five sessions ensures that participants will experience the full curriculum and can develop trust and connection within the group. See the weekly email to register by August 27.
Save the Date—Join us as we kick-off the fall program year on September 10. This is an exciting time to re-engage in worship, education, music and service. Services will be held at 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM followed by a picnic at Noon. Sign-up in the entryway. We ask that you bring a side dish, salad or dessert to share.
Cross Roads Women’s Retreat, October 20–22: The Women’s Retreat at Cross Roads is designed to provide a sanctuary for women to reconnect with themselves, foster meaningful connections with like-minded individuals, and embark on a journey of self-discovery and renewal. This retreat is a unique opportunity for you to prioritize self-care, gain valuable insights, and create lasting memories. See the weekly email for more information.
Have you been worshipping at St. John’s for a while now? Do you consider St. John’s your spiritual home? Maybe it’s time to become a member! Contact Pastor Blake to schedule a meeting and take that next step!
We are hiring a Livestream Coordinator for Sunday services from 7:45–Noon, including religious holidays, approximately 5 hours a week. Open to high school and college students with TV production experience. Contact Linda Mesenbrink at 973-202-2773 or Linda.mesenbrink@verizon.net.