Today’s altar flowers are given to the glory of God and in honor of their wedding anniversary by Darcy & John Tierney.
New Members: At today’s 10:30 service, join us in welcoming new members Caitlin, Brian, and Eliza McAuley. Be sure to introduce yourself and get to know these new members.
SJSM Forum: Housing, TODAY at 9:00 AM will be the second of three forums to focus on deepening our discussions on housing and dignity.
Hymn Festival, TODAY, 4:00 PM. 2024 marks the 500th anniversary of the first Lutheran hymnals. “A New Song Shall Now Begin: A Festival of Hymns,” will celebrate 500 years of Lutheran hymnody. This will be a wonderful service of music and commentary about our Lutheran hymn heritage. Led by Saint John’s Choir and other visiting musicians.
Worship Matters Join us Tuesdays in October at 7:00 PM in the Library as we take a deep dive into the central aspects of Lutheran worship.
Aging Grace-fully Author Series, Tuesday, October 22 at 1:15 in the our library along with the United Lutheran Seminary to watch the author livestream from the Gettysburg campus with our own discussion to follow. We will hear from Rabbi Steve Elder, author of “The Beauty of What Remains.” See the weekly email for additional upcoming livestreams.
NJ Youth Chorus Halloween Hoopla Concert & Trunk or Treat: Join us Saturday, October 26 at 3:00 PM for a spooktacular family-friendly event that will include fun Halloween songs and stories followed by a Trunk-or-Treat. Wear your costume. Children and families of all ages are welcome to attend this free event.
Next Sunday, October 27 is Reformation Sunday—remember to wear red!
Forum, October 27, 9:00 AM: Our Global Lutheran Church, The Lutheran World Federation & Namibia. Led by Deacon Linda Walker.
Next Lunch Bunch, October 30 from Noon-2:00 PM in the library: Bring a lunch, come for Bible study, discussion, fellowship, and prayer. We are delving into the Gospel of John.
All Saints Day, November 3 we remember those who have died in the past year. You are invited to submit names of any loved ones or friends to the Church Office by October 27.
Foundations in Faith Series, Interweave Residency, November 4, 7:00 PM at St. John’s: Pastor Blake will be leading this month’s session, sharing about Bonhoeffer.