August 11, 2024

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We welcome the Rev. Arden Krych as our supply pastor today

Today’s altar flowers are given to the glory of God and in memory of loved ones by Bill and Karen Feezer.

LSMNJ Backpacks due TODAY.

Last Summer Fun Night is Sunday, August 18 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM. Each month’s meeting will center on the theme “What We All Need.” These gatherings are for ALL PEOPLE—kids, youth, adults, seniors, families, singles, friends, YOU! Each event includes dinner, a Bible story, activities, service project, and closing worship with a hymn-sing. Sign up in the weekly email.

Bridges Run: The Social Justice Social Ministry Committee is looking for 8-10 volunteers to hand out lunches on a Bridges Run on Saturday, August 24. Contact Amy Tomlinson to sign up.

Hinman Scholarships: Saint John’s has scholarships funds available to all members to help with education costs. Applications are now being accepted for The Hinman Scholarship Fund. The application is available in the weekly email. Contact Linda Mesenbrink with any questions.   

Christmas Market Crafters Needed: Our 2nd annual Christmas Market is Saturday, November 30. We are looking for crafters to donate crafts that we can sell. All money raised this year will go to Summit Warm Hearts. If you are interested in donating crafts or wish to help volunteer and plan the event, please contact Jama Bowman.

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Worship volunteers needed: We have many opportunities for members to help lead in worship by reading scripture and helping serve at the altar. Sign up in the weekly email.

Fellowship Time Help Needed: Sign up help with this community building endeavor of the church that we all enjoy and requires all of us to help. See the weekly email to sign up.

August 4, 2024

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We welcome  Deacon Linda Walker as our guest preacher today.

Today’s altar flowers are given to the glory of God.

Pastor Blake will be enjoying a well-deserved vacation through August 15. In the event of a pastoral emergency, please contact Steve Neiman, Council President, or the church office.

LSMNJ Backpacks: Please shop for the supplies and return filled backpacks to Saint John’s by Sunday, August 11. Contact Helen Dachowicz if you have any questions. Shopping lists are available in the narthex or in the weekly email.

Bridges Run: The Social Justice Social Ministry Committee is looking for 8-10 volunteers to hand out lunches on a Bridges Run on Saturday, August 24. Contact Amy Tomlinson to sign up.

Hinman Scholarships: Saint John’s has scholarships funds available to all members to help with education costs. Applications are now being accepted for The Hinman Scholarship Fund. The application is available in the weekly email. Contact Linda Mesenbrink with any questions.   

Christmas Market Crafters Needed: Our 2nd annual Christmas Market is Saturday, November 30. We are looking for crafters to donate crafts that we can sell. All money raised this year will go to Summit Warm Hearts. If you are interested in donating crafts or wish to help volunteer and plan the event, please contact Jama Bowman.

Are you receiving our weekly email? If not, visit our website to sign up and stay in touch.

Worship volunteers needed: We have many opportunities for members to help lead in worship by reading scripture and helping serve at the altar. Sign up in the weekly email.

Fellowship Time Help Needed: Sign up help with this community building endeavor of the church that we all enjoy and requires all of us to help. See the weekly email to sign up.

July 28, 2024

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We welcome the Rev. Fred Lentz as our supply pastor today and Wayne Dietterick as our guest organist.

Today’s altar flowers are given to the glory of God by the Snyder family.

Electrical Work/Building Closure: Beginning on July 29, Saint John’s will be undergoing major electrical repairs. The scope of the work is extensive including a full team of electricians and JCP&L. Power will be shut off to the entire property for at least two days, but weather and other circumstances may prolong this outage. The office is scheduled for closure through at least Tuesday, August 6. Staff members will be working remotely and can be reached by email. Any circumstances that would require changes to the Sunday, August 4 Worship Service will be sent via email. Be vigilant in checking your email for any worship or building use announcements.

Calling All Knitters: There will be yarn project bags for making hats and scarves for the Christmas at Sea project, a ministry for sailors at the NY/NJ port and often far from home. The bags with instructions and needles will be located on a table in the narthex TODAY. If you are interested in learning how to knit, please contact Linda Walker.

Pastor Blake will be enjoying a well-deserved vacation through August 15. In the event of a pastoral emergency, please contact Steve Neiman, Council President, or the church office.

LSMNJ Backpacks: Please shop for the supplies and return filled backpacks to Saint John’s by Sunday, August 11. Contact Helen Dachowicz if you have any questions. Shopping lists are available in the narthex or in the weekly email.

Bridges Run: The Social Justice Social Ministry Committee is looking for 8-10 volunteers to hand out lunches on a Bridges Run on Saturday, August 24. Contact Amy Tomlinson to sign up.

Hinman Scholarships: Saint John’s has scholarships funds available to all members to help with education costs. Applications are now being accepted for The Hinman Scholarship Fund. The application is available in the weekly email. Contact Linda Mesenbrink with any questions.   

Christmas Market Crafters Needed: Our 2nd annual Christmas Market is Saturday, November 30. We are looking for crafters to donate crafts that we can sell. All money raised this year will go to Summit Warm Hearts. If you are interested in donating crafts or wish to help volunteer and plan the event, please contact Jama Bowman.

Are you receiving our weekly email? If not, visit our website to sign up and stay in touch.

Worship volunteers needed: We have many opportunities for members to help lead in worship by reading scripture and helping serve at the altar. Sign up in the weekly email.

Fellowship Time Help Needed: Sign up help with this community building endeavor of the church that we all enjoy and requires all of us to help. See the weekly email to sign up.

July 21, 2024

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Today’s altar flowers are given to the glory of God and in loving memory of Peter Larsen and Robin Larsen by the Larsen family.

Summer Fun Night, TONIGHT 5:30 to 7:30 PM. Each month’s meeting will center on the theme “What We All Need.” These gatherings are for ALL PEOPLE—kids, youth, adults, seniors, families, singles, friends, YOU! Each event includes dinner, a Bible story, activities, service project, and closing worship with a hymn-sing. Sign up in the entryway for planning purposes. Our last Summer Fun Night will be on August 18.

Calling All Knitters: There will be yarn project bags for making hats and scarves for the Christmas at Sea project, a ministry for sailors at the NY/NJ port and often far from home. The bags with instructions and needles will be located on a table in the narthex on July 21 and July 28. If you are interested in learning how to knit, please contact Linda Walker.

Pastor Blake will be enjoying a well-deserved vacation from July 22–August 15. In the event of a pastoral emergency, please contact Steve Neiman, Council President, or the church office.

Summit’s Community Night Evangelism Opportunity, Tuesday, July 23 at 6:30 PM: Join us for Summit’s 13th Annual Community Night on the Village Green. Community Night is a part of the “Hot Summer Nights” Concert Series. We need volunteers to be representatives of our congregation, to meet our neighbors. See the weekly email to sign up for this fun night out.

LSMNJ Backpacks: This year the physical collection of backpacks at church has returned. Please shop for the supplies and return filled backpacks to Saint John’s by Sunday, August 11. Contact Helen Dachowicz if you have any questions. Drop off starts today. Shopping lists are available in the narthex or in the weekly email.

Bridges Run: The Social Justice Social Ministry Committee is looking for 8-10 volunteers to hand out lunches on a BRIDGES Run on Saturday, August 24. Contact Amy Tomlinson to sign up.

Christmas Market Crafters Needed: Our 2nd annual Christmas Market is Saturday, November 30. We are looking for crafters to donate crafts that we can sell. All money raised this year will go to Summit Warm Hearts. If you are interested in donating crafts or wish to help volunteer and plan the event, please contact Jama Bowman.

Our you receiving our weekly email? If not, visit our website to sign up and stay in touch.

Worship volunteers needed: We have many opportunities for members to help lead in worship by reading scripture and helping serve at the altar. Sign up in the weekly email.

Fellowship Time Help Needed: Sign up help with this community building endeavor of the church that we all enjoy and requires all of us to help. See the weekly email to sign up.

July 14, 2024

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We welcome Wayne Dietterick as our guest organist today.

Today’s altar flowers are given to the glory of God and in celebration of their 50th wedding anniversary by Linda and Craig Clark.

Rummage Sale Clean-Up Help Needed: We are looking for volunteers who can help box the remaining items from the rummage sale after worship TODAY. We also are looking for people who can drop-off leftover rummage items to their favorite charities following the sale. Contact Jane Bowman.

Summer Fun Night, July 21 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM. Each month’s meeting will center on the theme “What We All Need.” These gatherings are for ALL PEOPLE—kids, youth, adults, seniors, families, singles, friends, YOU! Each event includes dinner, a Bible story, activities, service project, and closing worship with a hymn-sing. Sign up in the entryway for planning purposes. Our last Summer Fun Night will be on August 18.

Summit’s Community Night Evangelism Opportunity, Tuesday, July 23 at 6:30 PM: Join us for Summit’s 13th Annual Community Night on the Village Green. Community Night is a part of the “Hot Summer Nights” Concert Series. We need volunteers to be representatives of our congregation, to meet our neighbors, and to enjoy a fun night out! See the weekly email to sign up for this or any of the upcoming events.

LSMNJ Backpacks: This year the physical collection of backpacks at church has returned. Please shop for the supplies and return filled backpacks to Saint John’s by Sunday, August 11. Contact Helen Dachowicz if you have any questions. Drop off starts today. Shopping lists are available in the narthex or in the weekly email.

Christmas Market Crafters Needed: Our 2nd annual Christmas Market is Saturday, November 30. We are looking for crafters to donate crafts that we can sell. All money raised this year will go to Summit Warm Hearts. If you are interested in donating crafts or wish to help volunteer and plan the event, please contact Jama Bowman.

Worship volunteers needed: We have many opportunities for members to help lead in worship by reading scripture and helping serve at the altar. Sign up in the weekly email.

Fellowship Time Help Needed: Sign up help with this community building endeavor of the church that we all enjoy and requires all of us to help. See the weekly email to sign up.

July 7, 2024

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We welcome Wayne Dietterick as our guest organist today.

Today’s altar flowers are given to the glory of God and in memory of loved ones by Susan, Chris, and John Leelike.

Rummage Sale, July 12–13: Start cleaning out the closets! Donations will be accepted starting TODAY through Wednesday, July 10. All money raised supports the Youth Missions Fund. If you would like to help, please contact Jama Bowman.

Rummage Sale Clean-Up Help Needed: We are looking for volunteers who can help box the remaining items from the rummage sale after worship on Sunday, July 14. We also are looking for people who can drop-off leftover rummage items to their favorite charities following the sale. Contact Jane Bowman.

Summer Fun Night, Sunday, July 21 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM. Each month’s meeting will center on the theme “What We All Need.” These gatherings are for ALL PEOPLE—kids, youth, adults, seniors, families, singles, friends, YOU! Each event includes dinner, a Bible story, activities, service project, and closing worship with a hymn-sing. Our July Collection: Toiletry supplies for our Summit Warm Hearts guests. See the weekly email to sign up by July 21. If you wish to attend, please sign up online or in the entryway for planning purposes. Our last Summer Fun Night will be on August 18.

Christmas Market Crafters Needed: Our 2nd annual Christmas Market is Saturday, November 30. We are looking for crafters to donate crafts that we can sell. All money raised this year will go to Summit Warm Hearts. If you are interested in donating crafts or wish to help volunteer and plan the event, please contact Jama Bowman.

Worship volunteers needed: We have many opportunities for members to help lead in worship by reading scripture and helping serve at the altar. Sign up in the weekly email.

Fellowship Time Help Needed: Sign up help with this community building endeavor of the church that we all enjoy and requires all of us to help. See the weekly email to sign up.

June 30, 2024

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We welcome Wayne Dietterick as our guest organist today.

Today’s altar flowers are given to the glory of God.

Pride Sunday, TODAY. June is LGBTQIA+ Pride Month and Saint John’s has made a public commitment as an RIC congregation to affirm that LGBTQIA+ persons are queerfully and wonderfully made by God. We believe that diversity was God’s idea first, following God’s example we seek to include ALL people!

ASP Thank You: On behalf of all the youth and adult ASP volunteers (20) for the 2024 mission trip to Wise County, VA, we would like to thank all the members, friends, and visitors of Saint John’s for the amazing outpouring of donations toward our 24th trip with Appalachia Service Project. With your help, we raised $4650! Coupled with the $1000 raised by the five volunteers from Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Glen Rock, that brings our grand total to $5650, which is an all-time record for this type of fundraiser. Thank you again for your generosity, prayers, and support.

The Church Office will be closed, July 4 & 5 for Independence Day.

Rummage Sale, July 12–13: Start cleaning out the closets! Donations will be accepted starting July 7. All money raised supports the Youth Missions Fund. If you would like to help, please contact Jama Bowman.

Rummage Sale Clean-Up Help Needed: We are looking for volunteers who can help box the remaining items from the rummage sale after worship on Sunday, July 14. We also are looking for people who can drop-off leftover rummage items to their favorite charities following the sale. Contact Jane Bowman.

Summer Fun Night, Sunday, July 21 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM. Each month’s meeting will center on the theme “What We All Need.” These gatherings are for ALL PEOPLE—kids, youth, adults, seniors, families, singles, friends, YOU! Each event includes dinner, a Bible story, activities, service project, and closing worship with a hymn-sing. Our July Collection: Toiletry supplies for our Summit Warm Hearts guests. See the weekly email to sign up by July 21. If you wish to attend, please sign up online or in the entryway for planning purposes. Our last Summer Fun Night will be on August 18.

Christmas Market Crafters Needed: Our 2nd annual Christmas Market is Saturday, November 30. We are looking for crafters to donate crafts that we can sell. All money raised this year will go to Summit Warm Hearts. If you are interested in donating crafts or wish to help volunteer and plan the event, please contact Jama Bowman.

Worship volunteers needed: We have many opportunities for members to help lead in worship by reading scripture and helping serve at the altar. Sign up in the weekly email.

Fellowship Time Help Needed: Sign up help with this community building endeavor of the church that we all enjoy and requires all of us to help. See the weekly email to sign up.

June 23, 2024

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Today’s altar flowers are given to the glory of God and in memory of George Aaron Moser by the Moser family.

ASP Fundraiser, Sundays in June: Our Appalachia Service Project volunteers will be holding a sponsorship event in the narthex Sundays in June. Sponsorship items include: van rentals, tanks of gas, hardware store purchases, ice cream runs, first aid supplies, and more. Full or partial sponsorships are welcomed; cash or check accepted.

Summer Fun Nights: Join us for monthly Summer Fun Nights, TONIGHT from 5:30 to 7:30 PM. Each month’s meeting will center on the theme “What We All Need.” These gatherings are for ALL PEOPLE–kids, youth, adults, seniors, families, singles, friends, YOU! Each event includes dinner, a Bible story, activities, service projects, and closing worship with a hymn-sing. Sign-up online or in the entryway for planning purposes. Additional evenings will be July 21 and August 18.

Rummage Sale, July 12–13: Start cleaning out your closets! Donations will be accepted starting July 7. All money raised supports the Youth Missions Fund.

Worship volunteers needed: We have many opportunities for members to help lead in worship by reading scripture and helping serve at the altar. Sign up in the weekly email.

Fellowship Time Help Needed: Sign up help with this community building endeavor of the church that we all enjoy and requires all of us to help. See the weekly email to sign up.

June 16, 2024

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Today’s altar flowers are given to the glory of God and in memory of George Leelike by Susan, Christopher, and John Leelike.

ASP Skills Training, TODAY after church.

ASP Fundraiser, Sundays in June: Our Appalachia Service Project volunteers will be holding a sponsorship event in the narthex Sundays in June. Sponsorship items include: van rentals, tanks of gas, hardware store purchases, ice cream runs, first aid supplies, and more. Full or partial sponsorships are welcomed; cash or check accepted.

Summer Worship Schedule: Starting June 16 through September 1, we will be worshiping together at ONE service beginning at 9:15 AM. During the summer when attendance is lighter, a single service makes better use of our worship volunteers and makes for a fuller assembly. It will be wonderful to worship as one congregation!

Summit’s Juneteenth Celebration, June 21 from 5:00–9:00 PM on the Summit Green. Activities, food trucks, Black-owned businesses and non-profit displays will be present throughout the day. See the weekly email to sign-up to be a representative at our tent.

George Aaron Moser Funeral: The funeral for Aaron Moser, son of Deacon George Moser (former Director of Music), will be held at the church on Saturday, June 22 at 11:00 AM. A luncheon will follow. Please hold the entire family in your prayers.

Summer Fun Nights: Join us for monthly Summer Fun Nights, starting Sunday, June 23 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM. Each month’s meeting will center on the theme “What We All Need.” These gatherings are for ALL PEOPLE–kids, youth, adults, seniors, families, singles, friends, YOU! Each event includes dinner, a Bible story, activities, service projects, and closing worship with a hymn-sing. Sign-up online or in the entryway for planning purposes. Additional evenings will be July 21 and August 18.

Rummage Sale, July 12–13: Start cleaning out your closets! Donations will be accepted starting July 7. All money raised supports the Youth Missions Fund.

Worship volunteers needed: We have many opportunities for members to help lead in worship by reading scripture and helping serve at the altar. Sign up in the weekly email.

Fellowship Time Help Needed: Sign up help with this community building endeavor of the church that we all enjoy and requires all of us to help. See the weekly email to sign up.

July 9, 2024

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Today’s altar flowers are given to the glory of God and in memory of her parents by Joy Petzinger.

ASP Fundraiser, Sundays in June: Our Appalachia Service Project volunteers will be holding a sponsorship event in the narthex Sundays in June. Sponsorship items include: van rentals, tanks of gas, hardware store purchases, ice cream runs, first aid supplies, and more. Full or partial sponsorships are welcomed; cash or check accepted.

Church Picnic, TODAY!

All Ages Pride Celebration, TODAY at 4:00 PM at Beacon UUC, 4 Waldron Ave., Summit.

Support Needed for Housing Project, Tuesday, June 11 at 7:30 PM: All community members, especially Summit residents, who are concerned about housing justice are urged to attend a special meeting of the Common Council and express their support of At Home in Summit’s proposal for an affordable housing project, held at City Hall (512 Springfield Ave.) in the Common Council Chamber. You are encouraged to arrive by 7:15 PM and receive a purple ribbon to wear in support of housing justice.

Summer Worship Schedule: Starting June 16 through September 1, we will be worshiping together at ONE service beginning at 9:15 AM. During the summer when attendance is lighter, a single service makes better use of our worship volunteers and makes for a fuller assembly. It will be wonderful to worship as one congregation!

Summit’s Juneteenth Celebration, June 21 from 5:00–9:00 PM on the Summit Green. Activities, food trucks, Black-owned businesses and non-profit displays will be present throughout the day. See the weekly email to sign-up to be a representative at our tent.

Summer Fun Nights: Join us for monthly Summer Fun Nights, starting Sunday, June 23 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM. Each month’s meeting will center on the theme “What We All Need.” These gatherings are for ALL PEOPLE–kids, youth, adults, seniors, families, singles, friends, YOU! Each event includes dinner, a Bible story, activities, service projects, and closing worship with a hymn-sing. Sign-up online or in the entryway for planning purposes. Additional evenings will be July 21 and August 18.

Rummage Sale, July 12–13: Start cleaning out your closets! Donations will be accepted starting July 7. All money raised supports the Youth Missions Fund.

Worship volunteers needed: We have many opportunities for members to help lead in worship by reading scripture and helping serve at the altar. Sign up in the weekly email.

Fellowship Time Help Needed: Sign up help with this community building endeavor of the church that we all enjoy and requires all of us to help. See the weekly email to sign up.

June 2, 2024

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Today’s altar flowers are given to the glory of God.

Music Sunday, TODAY. We give thanks for the gifts of all of our musicians throughout the congregation. The liturgy will include contributions from all of our ensembles and various soloists, including the Saint John’s Choir, the Children’s Choir, the Luther Ringers, the Drumming Ensemble, Luke Tomlinson, trumpet, and Terrence Rindler, bass.

Holy Baptism and New Members, TODAY at 10:30. The whole church joins in welcoming Layla Gonzalez into the family of God. Please also  join us in welcoming her parents, Andrew Gonzalez and Amber van de Beek as new members. Please take a moment to introduce yourself and get to know these new members.

2024 Graduates: If you have a graduate in the family, please send a recent photo and a brief sentence about their upcoming plans for the future to Jama Bowman by May 31.We will be recognizing and praying for our graduates in church on June 9.

ASP Fundraiser, Sundays in June: Our Appalachia Service Project volunteers will be holding a sponsorship event in the narthex Sundays in June. Sponsorship items include: van rentals, tanks of gas, hardware store purchases, ice cream runs, first aid supplies, and more. Full or partial sponsorships are welcomed; cash or check accepted.

Church Picnic, Sunday, June 9: There will be a single service at 10:30 AM followed by our church picnic. Sign-up in the rear entryway or online, so we can plan on food and set-up. Please also sign up to bring a side dish, salad, or dessert to share.

Summer Worship Schedule: Starting June 16 through September 1, we will be worshiping together at ONE service beginning at 9:15 AM. During the summer when attendance is lighter, a single service makes better use of our worship volunteers and makes for a fuller assembly. It will be wonderful to worship as one congregation!

Summer Fun Nights: Join us for monthly Summer Fun Nights, starting Sunday, June 23 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM. Each month’s meeting will center on the theme “What We All Need.” These gatherings are for ALL PEOPLE–kids, youth, adults, seniors, families, singles, friends, YOU! Each event includes dinner, a Bible story, activities, service projects, and closing worship with a hymn-sing. Sign-up online or in the entryway for planning purposes. Additional evenings will be July 21 and August 18.

Worship volunteers needed: We have many opportunities for members to help lead in worship by reading scripture and helping serve at the altar. Sign up in the weekly email.

Fellowship Time Help Needed: Sign up help with this community building endeavor of the church that we all enjoy and requires all of us to help. See the weekly email to sign up.

May 26, 2024

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Today’s altar flowers are given to the glory of God and in honor of Harvey Peters 65th ordination anniversary by the Peters family.

Luther Ringers, TODAY at 11:45.

Summit Has Pride, Saturday, June 1, 5:00–9:00 PM. St. John’s is a sponsor for events at Summit’s community programs. Please sign up in the weekly email to represent our congregation and get to know our neighbors.

Music Sunday, June 2 at the 10:30 AM service. We give thanks for the gifts of all of our musicians throughout the congregation as we celebrate Music Sunday on June 2nd. The liturgy will include contributions from all of our ensembles and various soloists, including the Saint John’s Choir, the Children’s Choir, the Luther Ringers, the Drumming Ensemble, Luke Tomlinson, trumpet, and Terrence Rindler, bass.

2024 Graduates: If you have a graduate in the family, please send a recent photo and a brief sentence about their upcoming plans for the future to Jama Bowman by May 31.We will be recognizing and praying for our graduates in church on June 9.

ASP Fundraiser, Sundays in June: Our Appalachia Service Project volunteers will be holding a sponsorship event in the narthex Sundays in June. Sponsorship items include: van rentals, tanks of gas, hardware store purchases, ice cream runs, first aid supplies, and more. Full or partial sponsorships are welcomed; cash or check accepted.

Church Picnic, Sunday, June 9: There will be a single service at 10:30 AM followed by our church picnic. Sign-up in the rear entryway or online, so we can plan on food and set-up. Please also sign up to bring a side dish, salad, or dessert to share.

Summer Fun Nights: Join us for monthly Summer Fun Nights, starting Sunday, June 23 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM. Each month’s meeting will center on the theme “What We All Need.” These gatherings are for ALL PEOPLE–kids, youth, adults, seniors, families, singles, friends, YOU! Each event includes dinner, a Bible story, activities, service projects, and closing worship with a hymn-sing. Sign-up online or in the entryway for planning purposes. Additional evenings will be July 21 and August 18.

Midwest Tornadoes Lutheran Disaster Response: Support relief efforts with a donation to St. John’s by check or online, designating the donation for Lutheran Disaster Response–Midwest Tornadoes in the memo line. Gifts for any disaster are used 100% for the designated purpose.

Worship volunteers needed: We have many opportunities for members to help lead in worship by reading scripture and helping serve at the altar. Sign up in the weekly email.

Fellowship Time Help Needed: Sign up help with this community building endeavor of the church that we all enjoy and requires all of us to help. See the weekly email to sign up.

May 19, 2024

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Today’s altar flowers are given to the glory of God and in loving memory of David by the Coble family.

Pentecost and Confirmation, TODAY, celebrating the gift of the Holy Spirit and the birthday of the church. Liam Johnson, Juliette Medenica, Grace Miller, Alexa Reeves, Luke Tomlinson, and Will Young will be affirming their baptism. Join us at 9:00 AM for a Confirmation Celebration and the Rite of Confirmation at the 10:30 AM service.

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.

Summit Has Pride, Saturday, June 1, 5:00–9:00 PM. St. John’s is a sponsor for events at Summit’s community programs. Please sign up in the weekly email to represent our congregation and get to know our neighbors.

Music Sunday, June 2 at the 10:30 AM service. We give thanks for all of our musicians throughout the congregation as we celebrate their gifts and talents. The liturgy will include contributions from all of our ensembles and various soloists, including the St. John’s Choir, Children’s Choir, Luther Ringers, Drumming Ensemble, and Luke Tomlinson, trumpet.

2024 Graduates: If you have a graduate in the family, please send a recent photo and a brief sentence about their upcoming plans for the future to Jama Bowman by May 31.We will be recognizing and praying for our graduates in church on June 9.

Church Picnic, Sunday, June 9: There will be a single service at 10:30 AM followed by our church picnic. Sign-up in the rear entryway or online, so we can plan on food and set-up. Please also sign up to bring a side dish, salad, or dessert to share.

Midwest Tornadoes Lutheran Disaster Response: Support relief efforts with a donation to St. John’s by check or online, designating the donation for Lutheran Disaster Response–Midwest Tornadoes in the memo line. Gifts for any disaster are used 100% for the designated purpose.

Worship volunteers needed: We have many opportunities for members to help lead in worship by reading scripture and helping serve at the altar. Sign up in the weekly email.

Fellowship Time Help Needed: Sign up help with this community building endeavor of the church that we all enjoy and requires all of us to help. See the weekly email to sign up.

May 12, 2024

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Today’s altar flowers are given to the glory of God in memory of their mothers, Marie and Maxine by Russ & Chris McIntyre.

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.

Luther Ringers, TODAY at 11:45.

Council Q&A, TODAY at 9:00 AM to provide the congregation with updates on several ongoing projects, overall ministry, and answer questions.

Harlem Renaissance Trip, hosted by the Anti-Racism Committee on Saturday, May 18. We will have a guided tour of The Harlem Renaissance and Transatlantic Modernism at the Metropolitan Museum of Art followed by soul food in Harlem. Sign up in the rear entry.

Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Saturday, May 18, 4:00 - 8:00 PM. St. John’s is a sponsor for events at Summit’s community programs. Please sign up in the weekly email to represent our congregation and get to know our neighbors.

Pentecost and Confirmation, May 19, celebrating the gift of the Holy Spirit and the birthday of the church. Six of our young people will be affirming their baptism. Join us at 9:00 AM for a Confirmation Celebration and the Rite of Confirmation at the 10:30 AM service. Wear red!

Music Sunday, June 2 at the 10:30 AM service. We give thanks for all of our musicians throughout the congregation as we celebrate their gifts and talents. The liturgy will include contributions from all of our ensembles and various soloists, including the St. John’s Choir, Children’s Choir, Luther Ringers, Drumming Ensemble, and Luke Tomlinson, trumpet.

2024 Graduates: If you have a graduate in the family, please send a recent photo and a brief sentence about their upcoming plans for the future to Jama Bowman by May 31.We will be recognizing and praying for our graduates in church on June 9.

Church Picnic, Sunday, June 9: There will be a single service at 10:30 AM followed by our church picnic. Sign-up in the rear entryway or online, so we can plan on food and set-up. Bring a side dish, salad or dessert to share.

Midwest Tornadoes Lutheran Disaster Response: Support relief efforts with a donation to St. John’s by check or online, designating the donation for Lutheran Disaster Response–Midwest Tornadoes in the memo line. Gifts for any disaster are used 100% for the designated purpose.

Worship volunteers needed: We have many opportunities for members to help lead in worship by reading scripture and helping serve at the altar. Sign up in the weekly email.

Fellowship Time Help Needed: Sign up help with this community building endeavor of the church that we all enjoy and requires all of us to help. See the weekly email to sign up.

May 5, 2024

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We welcome the Rev. Dr. Carol Lindsay as our guest pastor today.

Today’s altar flowers are given to the glory of God.

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.

Luther Ringers, TODAY at 11:45.

ASP Training Blitz, TODAY at Noon.

Council Q&A, Sunday, May 12 at 9:00 AM to provide the congregation with updates on several ongoing projects, overall ministry, and answer questions.

Harlem Renaissance Trip, hosted by the Anti-Racism Committee on Saturday, May 18. We will have a guided tour of The Harlem Renaissance and Transatlantic Modernism at the Metropolitan Museum of Art followed by soul food in Harlem. Sign up in the rear entry.

Community Events: We will be a sponsor for events at Summit’s community programs. The Evangelism committee is organizing members to represent our congregation and get to know our neighbors. See the weekly email to sign up for any of the upcoming events: Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Saturday, May 18, 4:00 - 8:00 PM, Summit Has Pride, Saturday, June 1, 5:00 - 9:00 PM, Juneteenth Celebration, Friday, June 21, 5:00 - 9:00 PM, Community Night, Tuesday, July 16, 7:00 PM, Fiesta Latina, Friday, September 20, 6:00 -9:00 PM.

The Rev. Bruce H. Davidson 50th Ordination Anniversary, May 19 at 3:00 PM, Festival Worship Service at the United Lutheran Seminary Chapel (7301 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia,). A buffet dinner will follow at the Seminary Brossman Center. RSVP for the dinner to donaldebarb@yahoo.com. No gifts, please! An offering will be received at the service for the World Hunger Appeal of the ELCA.

2024 Graduates: If you have a graduate in the family, please send a recent photo and a brief sentence about their upcoming plans for the future to Jama Bowman by May 31.We will be recognizing and praying for our graduates in church on June 9.

Grant Requests: A reminder that all Saint John’s members can submit a grant request for a charitable organization that they are involved with and whose mission is aligned with Saint John’s mission. Contact the church office or Janet Onnen-Wright for a grant request form.

Worship volunteers needed: We have many opportunities for members to help lead in worship by reading scripture and helping serve at the altar. Sign up in the weekly email.

Fellowship Time Help Needed: Sign up to provide homemade or store-bought baked goods/bagels, fruit/veggies, and cheese & crackers, etc. This is a major community building endeavor of the church that we all enjoy and requires all of us to help. See the weekly email to sign up.

April 28, 2024

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A big THANK YOU to The Reverend Gladys Moore for filling in for Pastor Blake today. Pastor Moore will be presiding at both services, as well as the Choral Vespers at 4:00.

Today’s altar flowers are given to the glory of God and in memory of Jean Wheeler Hughes by Karen & Bill Feezer.

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.

Worship volunteers needed: We have many opportunities for members to help lead in worship by reading scripture and helping serve at the altar. Sign up in the weekly email.

Bridges Lunches Assembly, TODAY, 9:00 AM for the Bridges Run on May 4.

Fellowship Time Help Needed: Sign up to provide homemade or store-bought baked goods/bagels, fruit/veggies, and cheese & crackers, etc. This is a major community building endeavor of the church that we all enjoy and requires all of us to help. See the weekly email to sign up.

Choral Vespers for Eastertide, TODAY at 4:00 PM. Celebrated at the close of the day, this service of candlelight, chant, hymns, and choral music is the perfect way to start the week. Join us for contemplative reflection and moving singing by the Saint John’s Choir.

Council Q&A, Sunday, May 12 at 9:00 AM to provide the congregation with updates on several ongoing projects, overall ministry, and answer questions.

The Rev. Bruce H. Davidson 50th Ordination Anniversary, May 19 at 3:00 PM, Festival Worship Service at the United Lutheran Seminary Chapel (7301 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia,). A buffet dinner will follow at the Seminary Brossman Center. RSVP for the dinner to donaldebarb@yahoo.com. No gifts, please! An offering will be received at the service for the World Hunger Appeal of the ELCA.

Grant Requests: A reminder that all Saint John’s members can submit a grant request for a charitable organization that they are involved with and whose mission is aligned with Saint John’s mission. Contact the church office or Janet Onnen-Wright for a grant request form.

April 21, 2024

Today’s altar flowers are given to the glory of God.

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.

Luther Ringers, TODAY @ 11:45 AM.

Worship volunteers needed: We have many opportunities for members to help lead in worship by reading scripture and helping serve at the altar. Sign up in the weekly email.

Bridges Collection Ends TODAY: We are preparing 200 sustainable lunches for the Bridges Run on May 4. On April 28 at 9:00 AM, we will pack the lunches. Sign up in the weekly email.

The Anti-Racism Committee is hosting “The Black Experience - Portrayed in Opera,” TONIGHT at 7:00 PM. Heinz D. Roth will lead us on a journey from Verdi’s Aida to Terence Blanchard’s Fire Shut Up in My Bones. Wine and cheese will be served.

Council Update and Q&A: Our Congregation Council will be holding two forums, the first on Sunday, April 21 & May 12 at 9:00 AM to provide the congregation with updates on several ongoing projects, overall ministry, and answer questions.

Summit Interfaith Council ARC Race Discussion on Zoom, Wednesday, April 24 at 7:30 PM, based on Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man video series. Register in the weekly email.

Choral Vespers for Eastertide, Sunday April 28 at 4:00 PM. Join us for contemplative reflection and moving singing by the Saint John’s Choir.

Harlem Renaissance Trip, hosted by the Anti-Racism Committee on Saturday, May 18. We will have a guided tour of The Harlem Renaissance and Transatlantic Modernism at the Metropolitan Museum of Art followed by soul food in Harlem. Watch for more information!

The Rev. Bruce H. Davidson 50th Ordination Anniversary, May 19 at 3:00 PM, Festival Worship Service at the United Lutheran Seminary Chapel (7301 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia,). A buffet dinner will follow at the Seminary Brossman Center. RSVP for the dinner to donaldebarb@yahoo.com. No gifts, please! An offering will be received at the service for the World Hunger Appeal of the ELCA.

Fellowship Time Help Needed: Sign up to provide homemade or store-bought baked goods/bagels, fruit/veggies, and cheese & crackers, etc. See the weekly email to sign up.

Worship Volunteers are Needed: We have many opportunities for members to help lead in worship by reading scripture and helping serve at the altar. Sign up in the weekly email.

April 14, 2024

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Today’s altar flowers are given to the glory of God and in memory of loved ones by Janet Onnen.

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.

Worship volunteers needed: We have many opportunities for members to help lead in worship by reading scripture and helping serve at the altar. Sign up in the weekly email.

Bridges Collection, April 7–21: We are preparing 200 sustainable lunches for the Bridges Run on May 4. On April 28 at 9:00 AM, we will pack the lunches. Sign up in the weekly email.

The Anti-Racism Committee is hosting “The Black Experience - Portrayed in Opera” on Sunday, April 21 at 7:00 PM. Heinz D. Roth will lead us on a journey from Verdi’s Aida to Terence Blanchard’s Fire Shut Up in My Bones. Wine and cheese will be served.

Council Update and Q&A: Our Congregation Council will be holding two forums, the first on Sunday, April 21 & May 12 at 9:00 AM to provide the congregation with updates on several ongoing projects, overall ministry, and answer questions.

Summit Interfaith Council ARC Race Discussion on Zoom, Wednesday, April 24 at 7:30 PM, based on Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man video series. Register in the weekly email.

Afternoon Tea for Cross Roads, April 27 at 3:00 PM: All are welcome. Recommended donation of $50 per person. See the weekly email to register by April 19.

Choral Vespers for Eastertide, Sunday April 28 at 4:00 PM. Join us for contemplative reflection and moving singing by the Saint John’s Choir.

Harlem Renaissance Trip, hosted by the Anti-Racism Committee on Saturday, May 18. We will have a guided tour of The Harlem Renaissance and Transatlantic Modernism at the Metropolitan Museum of Art followed by soul food in Harlem. Watch for more information!

The Rev. Bruce H. Davidson 50th Ordination Anniversary, May 19 at 3:00 PM, Festival Worship Service at the United Lutheran Seminary Chapel (7301 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia,). A buffet dinner will follow at the Seminary Brossman Center. RSVP for the dinner to donaldebarb@yahoo.com. No gifts, please! An offering will be received at the service for the World Hunger Appeal of the ELCA.

Summit Warm Hearts Wrap Up: Through this program, 51 individuals were served, averaging 14 persons each evening and several individuals have been able to move into permanent housing. Thank you to everyone who helped our guests!

Fellowship Time Help Needed: Sign up to provide homemade or store-bought baked goods/bagels, fruit/veggies, and cheese & crackers, etc. See the weekly email to sign up.

April 7, 2024

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Today’s altar flowers are given to the glory of God and in honor of Kevin Gahan’s birthday by the Gahan family.

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.

Reminder: If you signed up to dedicate Easter flowers, please be sure to send your payment of $25-$50 at your earliest convenience. Designate your contribution as “Easter Flowers”.

Confirmation Class TODAY, 5:30-7:30 PM. Pray for our young people as they continue to prepare to affirm their baptism.

Worship volunteers needed: We have many opportunities for members to help lead in worship by reading scripture and helping serve at the altar. Sign up in the weekly email.

Fellowship Time Help Needed: Sign up to provide homemade or store-bought baked goods/bagels, fruit/veggies, and cheese & crackers, etc. This is a major community building endeavor of the church that we all enjoy and requires all of us to help. See the weekly email to sign up.

Bridges Collection, April 7–21: We will be preparing 200 sustainable lunches for the May Bridges Run on May 4. On April 28 at 9:00 AM during Faith Formation, we will pack up the lunches. Sign up in the weekly email to donate items.

Council Update and Q&A: Our Congregation Council will be holding two forums, the first on Sunday, April 21 at 9:00 AM to provide the congregation with updates on several ongoing projects, overall ministry, and answer questions. the second forum will be held on May 12 at 9:00 AM.

“The Black Experience - Portrayed in Opera” on Sunday, April 21 at 7:00 PM, hosted by the Anti-Racism Committee. Heinz D. Roth will lead us on a journey from Verdi’s Aida to Terence Blanchard’s Fire Shut Up in My Bones. American composers, both people of color and white, have written operas dealing with slavery, African folklore and history, the travails of marginalized people, and today’s black experience.

Afternoon Tea for Cross Roads, April 27 at 3:00 PM: All are welcome and fancy dress is encouraged. Recommended donation for the fundraiser is $50 per person. See the weekly email to register by April 12.

Choral Vespers for Eastertide, Sunday April 28 at 4:00 PM. Celebrated at the close of the day, this service of candlelight, chant, hymns, and choral music is the perfect way to start the week. Join us for contemplative reflection and moving singing by the Saint John’s Choir.

March 31, 2024

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Children’s Choir, Sundays 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.

Council Update and Q&A: Our Congregation Council will be holding two forums, the first on Sunday, April 21 at 9:00 AM to provide the congregation with updates on several ongoing projects, overall ministry, and answer questions. the second forum will be held on May 12 at 9:00 AM.

“The Black Experience - Portrayed in Opera” on Sunday, April 21 at 7:00 PM, hosted by the Anti-Racism Committee. Heinz D. Roth will lead us on a journey from Verdi’s Aida to Terence Blanchard’s Fire Shut Up in My Bones. American composers, both people of color and white, have written operas dealing with slavery, African folklore and history, the travails of marginalized people, and today’s black experience

Bridges Collection, April 7–21: We will be preparing 200 sustainable lunches for the May Bridges Run on May 4  to feed our homeless neighbors in Newark. On April 28 at 9:00 AM during Faith Formation, we will pack up the lunches. Sign up in the weekly email to donate items and to participate in the run.

Afternoon Tea for Cross Roads, April 27 at 3:00 PM: All are welcome and fancy dress is encouraged. Recommended donation for the fundraiser is $50 per person. See the weekly email to register by April 12.

Choral Vespers for Eastertide, Sunday April 28 at 4:00 PM. Celebrated at the close of the day, this service of candlelight, chant, hymns, and choral music is the perfect way to start the week. Join us for contemplative reflection and moving singing by the Saint John’s Choir.

May 19, Pentecost Confirmation Sunday: Six of our youth will affirm their baptisms at the 10:30 AM service. Remember to wear red–Come Holy Spirit! 

June 2, Music Sunday, 10:30 AM: We will give thanks for Saint John’s music ministry. All ensembles will participate at this service. 

There will be One Service on June 9 at 10:30 AM with our annual Spring congregation picnic immediately following the service to kick-off the summer.