NOTES This Week: The Impact of Being Culturally Relevant: Jeremiah 19:1-12b, 27:1-7 Tweet using #Cannonball @stjstl Download messages at stjstl.net/messages.
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St. John Church • 15800 Manchester Road Ellisville, MO 63011 • 636.394.4100 • 636.394.9853(fax) • stjstl.net
Week One | August 15 & 16 The Impact of Being Culturally Relevant
WEEKENDS AT ST. JOHN Worship Times Saturday, 5:00pm, Sanctuary Sunday, 9:00am* & 10:45am*, Sanctuary
August 15 & 16 | Dion Garrett August 22& 23 | Dion Garrett Children’s Ministry options are available at the times marked*. Children may worship with their families, too. A parents’ room is available in the Sanctuary lobby if you need to step out for a moment. YouVersion app can be found at LifeChurch.tv or by searching for “YouVersion” in your app store.
The Lord’s Supper and Prayer Intercessors Worship at St. John includes a celebration of Holy Communion twice a month. We believe Holy Communion is a special gift of God for our benefit.
As a commitment to biblical integrity, communion is reserved for:
• baptized Christians (Acts 2: 37,38); • those who recognize and confess their sins (Prov. 28:13; 1 John 1:8); • those who believe the body and blood of our Lord Jesus Christ is offered under forms of bread and wine (1 Corinthians 10:16; 1 Corinthians 11:27); • those who accept Jesus’ words: “given and shed for you for the forgiveness of sins” (Matthew 26:28).
All who share these biblical beliefs are encouraged to participate. (Non-alcoholic wine is offered in the blue section of the Communion trays for those with special needs.) Gluten-free wafers are available at any of the main floor communion stations. Please see a worship volunteer for assistance, if needed. During the distribution of the Lord’s Supper until the end of the service, prayer intercessors are available on either side of the Sanctuary to pray with you. Please feel free to approach them at any time with your requests.
SERVE Build relationships with kids and with Christ
• Use the gifts God gave you to connect kids to Jesus and strengthen your own relationship with Christ. Join our team of leaders, mentors, tech, drama, music and special needs today! • We have many commitment levels and area to work in. Even if kids aren’t your thing, we’ve got an opportunity for you! • If you are ready to serve, contact Dawn at
[email protected] or 636.779.2376
YOU can change the life of a child in College Hill! Be an Oasis tutor at Bryan Hill Elementary School.
• Oasis Tutors meet weekly during the school day with the same student over the course of a year. Relationships are formed and lives are CHANGED. • Training is provided by St. Louis Public Schools. • Questions? Contact Trish at
[email protected].
Is your small group serving together? Do you want to?
• We have a great opportunity for small groups to serve together at the monthly Family Movie Night at St. Paul Lutheran Church in College Hill. St. John will begin serving on September 11 and on each 2nd Friday of the month until spring. • Groups will provide and prepare healthy snacks and popcorn and staff the concessions stand during the film. • Get more information and sign up at wejoinin.com/sheets/pqbbx or contact Jen at
[email protected].
Be a part of God’s Mission in College Hill: SERVE at the Back to School Bash!
• Looking for a family-friendly event where your kids or grandkids and you can help? • Help students, parents and staff celebrate the start of the school year and build relationships with families in College Hill! • Duties include registration, food service, sno-cones, uniform give away, bounce houses and more! We even provide your lunch. • Saturday, August 22, 10:00am–3:00pm, Bryan Hill Elementary School, 2128 E Gano St., 63107. • Sign up at stjstl.net/backpacks or email Jen with questions at
[email protected].
Want to escape the St. Louis winter chill? SERVE at Stronghold Cambodia!
• In January 2016, St. John will send a short-term mission team to Sihanoukville, Cambodia. We will continue to partner with Stronghold Cambodia (formerly the Angel Dormitory) to share God’s love with children and parents in the Sihanoukville community. You can be one of the people on this trip. • Questions? Contact Karen at
[email protected] or 636.779.2345.
ADULTS Attention mothers of young children!!! (ages newborn through Kindergarten)
• Would you like to connect with other moms, hear encouraging words, eat a delicious breakfast and take a brief break from your busy life while your children are being loved by a sweet caregiver? • The St. John MOPS groups are starting back up in September 2015 with this year’s theme “A Fierce Flourishing”! • If you would like additional information, visit stjstl.net/MOPS or email us at
[email protected].
Don’t Delay! It’s Time to Register for School of the Arts.
• Enrich your life, your child’s or both through learning how to play an instrument this fall. • School of the Arts (SOTA) offers private lessons in piano, guitar (acoustic, electric and bass), violin, viola, trumpet, flute, voice and percussion for all age and ability levels. • Contact Laura at
[email protected] or visit us at stjstl.net/sota.
Looking for a new job? How about a better job?
• The Unemployment Seminar led by John Meyer, former HR exec, and Ken Guldalian, former sales and marketing expert can help you find the job you want. • The seminar is offered free of charge and is a great way to network with others, have your resume looked over by professionals and practice mock interviews • Register now at stjstl.net/land-a-job for the next seminar on September 10 and 11. Attendance on both days is required. • For more information, contact Janice at
[email protected] or 636.779.2348.
Calling all women…Help solve a murder on August 27 at 6:00pm in St. John Commons
• Join us for a mystery dinner theatre by jestmurdermystery.com. • Wear your Western gear and boots, ’cause it’s gonna get pretty deep! Register at stjstl.net/mystery, $30/person. • Contact Val at
[email protected] or 636.537.1140.
Are you or someone you love struggling with the loss of a loved one?
• GriefShare is a group that understands your loss and emotions • You’ll gain access to valuable resources to help you recover from your loss and look forward to rebuilding your life • Mondays, 6:30pm–8:30pm, beginning September 21, for 13 weeks • $25 includes study materials. Register at stjstl.net/griefshare or contact Janice at
[email protected] or 636.779.2348.
Dig deeper into the message with Growing Deeper
• Growing Deeper is written in a daily FIFTEEN minute format • Request a daily email version by sending your email address to
[email protected] or download it at stjstl.net/growing-deeper. • Pick up a copy at the Information Station in the Sanctuary lobby. • “Like” us at facebook.com/stjstl to share it with friends.
Do you want to be in control of your finances instead of your finances controlling you? Financial Peace University can help.
• Financial Peace University (FPU), a 9-week class created by Dave Ramsey, will teach you how to create a budget, save for emergencies and change your behavior to pay down debt and take control of your finances. • Sundays beginning September 20, 10:45am–12noon • FPU kits are $99 per household. Give it a try—the first class is free! • Contact Janice at
[email protected] to sign up for the first class or register at stjstl.net/fpu for the whole course.
KIDS & STUDENTS Creative Performance Ministry is back – Puppets & More!
• Our award winning team, Illumination Ministry, is now recruiting for the 2015–16 Season. We’re looking for interested 4th grade students and older. No experience necessary! • Informational Workshop: Sunday, August 23, 10:30am, Cornerstone, 1st floor • Questions? Contact Susan at
[email protected].
Don’t miss it! An incredible weekend retreat for Middle School Students!
• Save the date! October 23–25, 2015 • Lake Williamson in Carlinville, IL • Zany games, team competitions, contemporary music and relevant teaching! • Open to ALL 6th–8th grade students—Bring a friend! • Registration opens next Sunday, August 16.
6th–8th graders: Check out what’s happening for YOU on Sundays!
• It’s called CORE. Hang out with friends and meet new ones while you dig into important stuff that is core to your LIFEjourney. CORE includes awesome music, relevant large group teaching and small group discussions. • Sunday mornings during the school year, 10:30am–12noon, Cornerstone. • New and returning students register now! CORE starts Sunday, September 13. • Check out the details and register at stjstl.net/core.
Got Questions? The Next Gen Parent Open House is for YOU! • How do I talk to my kids about God? What’s CORE? • When is Confirmation? What about my high schooler? • Get answers from our Next Generations leaders to the how, what, why and when. • Separate breakouts for each age group, birth through 18 years. • August 31 OR September 1, 6:30pm, The Commons • Questions about the Open House? Call Dawn at 636.779.2333.
DID YOU KNOW? Real Encounter Outreach
Next month you won’t want to miss our next extreme Family Forward event outside on our parking lot. As featured on Season 9 of “America’s Got Talent”, Real Encounter is a ministry partnering with St. John for the purpose of advancing the Gospel through the use of Extreme Sports and the life-transforming message of Jesus Christ. Extreme motorcycle and BMX bike stunts will be featured to capture the attention of families and kids to discuss the disciplines of extreme sports and to tie those into developing character qualities of discipline, positive attitudes, making right choices and encouraging one another. The stunt team is made up of a dynamic group of young adults from Springfield, MO who desire to help our next generation avoid the dangers and consequences of poor ethical and moral choices and to make a positive difference in the world. St John is committed to creating memorable experiences that partner with our community and families that impact lives through Christian values. Bring your family and friends to this FREE outdoor event with options for a family-friendly food truck meal after.
Sunday, September 13, 4:00pm, St John Church Parking Lot For more information visit: stjstl.net/familyforward
PRAYERS For prayer needs, please email
[email protected] or submit them through the YouVersion app. Our staff will pray for you during the week. Ill: Bud and June Brown; Melba Goebel; Bob and Bonnie Hoeken; Pat Hoffman; Ray Kollmeyer; Lori Reed; Earl Stroud; Jovie Disterhoft; Bill Ellison
Additional Prayers: For Bill, Karen’s dad, as he recovers from a serious car accident; Thanksgiving for God’s guidance in all things if we ask; For those imprisoned; For teachers and staff as they start a new school year; For students who are anxious; Doctors wisdom in Elizabeth’s situation; for those who struggle with addictions; For God’s favor upon our Church as we move forward; Peace in our community and city Military: Protection for our military; including those serving specifically: Daniel Boren; Scott Dye; Eric Englert; Jeffrey Ensor; Phil Harris; Clint Henderson; Bryan Hennings; Sam Jerome; Christian Knowel; Steven Kwentus; Jose Lara; Richard Lencz; Frank Lencz; Alan Marsh; Daniel McClusky; Adam Meadows; Nicholas Mennillo; Dani Myers; Keith Phelps; Jeremy Poley; Felicia Roberts; Kyle Roe; Christopher Ryan; Kevin Sabourin; Christopher Shelton; Tyler Southern; James Taylor; Bryson Werner; Luke Werner
