February 23, 2025

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New Chair Appeal: We are only NINE chairs or $4,000 dollars from meeting our goal. The cost of this project is $80,000 or $430 per chair. To date, we have collected $75,959. Please give generously. Indicate “Chairs” in the note field. Once all the money is raised, we will dedicate the new chairs in worship and print the names of everyone who gave to this project.

“Immigration Nation” Netflix Documentary: The Anti-Racism Committee invites you to view an episode of this series Monday, February 24 at 7:00 PM, to take a deep look at US immigration today, with unprecedented documentary access to ICE operations, and moving portraits of immigrants. Discussion to follow.

Aging Grace-fully Author Series, Tuesday, February 25 at 1:30 PM, Library to watch the author livestream from the ULS Gettysburg campus. We will hear from Margaret Renkl, author of Late Migrations.

The next Lunch Bunch Bible Study will meet February 26, March 12, and March 26 from Noon–2:00 PM in the Library.

Mardi Gras Pancake Breakfast: Join us from 9:00–10:00 AM on March 2 for our Mardi Gras Breakfast. We will celebrate with pancakes, bacon, and sausage before our Lenten fast begins.

Interweave’s Foundations of Faith series, will meet March 3 at 7:00 PM. This month the guest faith leader is The Rev. Dr. Robin Tanner, minister at Beacon Unitarian Universalist Congregation in Summit, sharing about the inspirational work of Archbishop Desmond Tutu of South Africa.

Ash Wednesday, March 5: On Ash Wednesday we are marked with ashes—a sign of our death and of our sorrow for sin—but the ashes trace a cross on our forehead, where the baptismal water first marked us with God’s grace. Services at 12:00 Noon and 7:00 PM.

Lenten Midweek Soup Suppers and Services: Join us for Wednesdays in Lent for Lenten Soup & Supper at 6:00 PM followed by Lenten Midweek Services at 7:00 PM, beginning March 12. Volunteers are needed to provide soup, salad, bread or dessert and to help with set-up/clean-up. Sign up in the weekly email or in the entryway.

Membership Review: We are currently in the midst of a review of all congregation membership. Every member should have received an email to confirm their membership status and update vital contact information. If you haven’t received an email or a letter in the mail, please let us know. Please fill out the online form to update your membership status and contact information for every member of your household ASAP.

Sunshine Team: In an effort to reach out and support our church family, we are combining several ministries: Caring Calls & Cards, Caring Casseroles, and the Member Engagement Team (works with the pastor to integrate new members, reengage inactive members, and increase overall participation). We will reach out to homebound members, members who are sick or grieving, new members, or meals for members experiencing significant health challenges. If you are interested contact Anna Wesley by email or at (856) 577-7858.

Fellowship Time Help/Food Needed, Sundays from 9:00 AM - 12:00 Noon. Homemade or store-bought — baked goods/bagels, fruit/veggies, and cheese & crackers are just some ideas. See the weekly email to sign up.

2025 Flower Chart is posted on the rear bulletin board and available for you to sign up. Weekly flowers cost Saint John’s $85 per week. Please give as you are able.

Worship Volunteers Needed for Livestream, Assisting Ministers, Readers and Ushers. Please sign up!