St. John’s Episcopal Church
207 Albany Avenue, Kingston, NY 12401

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The Good News of St. John’s

April, 2024

April 21st

The Good News from St. John’s Kingston

Coming Up at St. John’s

What’s happening this Sunday?

  • It’s the third Sunday of the month and that means it’s Healing Sunday so we will have someone offering healing prayers during Communion.
  • After worship, there is Choir Rehearsal. Please reach out to our Director of Music, Terry Earles, if you’re interested in becoming a part of the choir.
  • The regular St. John’s Vestry Meeting will be at 11:45. If you’d like to reach out to a member of vestry for any reason, you will find their names listed in the bulletin each Sunday. And, you’ll find copies of the current parish directory available in the Sacristy.
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The Fabric of Church Life


Dear Ones,

As we announced last week, my final Sunday with St. John’s will be June 2. As I prepare to leave this loving community, the Vestry has begun to make plans to guide the community of St. John’s in this transition.

And I just want to reiterate what I said in my letter to you last week. This is when the Vestry will need your commitment and support. More specifically: What does that look like?

  • Assume the best intentions of everyone.
  • Communicate your questions to the members of vestry.
  • Respond to requests for assistance – more hands make light work. Remember, the Vestry has a lot on their shoulders right now.
  • Respond to requests for input – there will be times when the Vestry needs to hear from you so please take the time and don’t assume your voice doesn’t matter. It does!
  • Come to worship together.
  • Pray for one another.
  • Remember that God is in this with you.

All of this is the fabric of our common life together as Christ’s body.

More information is coming as the Vestry makes plans. Please stay tuned to this Newsletter as the primary tool of communication from the Vestry.

In God’s love and mine,
Rev. Michelle
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Announcements for April 21:
The Fourth Sunday of Easter

St. John’s Office Hours
Wednesdays 10:00-12:00 noon
Thursdays 1:00-4:00 pm
Phone: 845-331-2252
Email: stjohnskingston@aol.com

  • Pastoral Care Meeting: Sunday, May 5 after worship. Come and be a part of the compassion and care fabric of St. John’s. Pastoral Care is about finding ways to reach out to anyone who needs a little extra care as we learn to care for one another more deeply in Christ’s love. Talk to Laura Ricci for more information.
  • Parish Life Committee: St. John’s is forming a new group who will oversee the church calendar and organize events like fundraisers, dinners, and celebrations. We’re all about food and parties! Come and learn more at the introductory forum on April 28 after worship.
  • Sunday School Assistance: Our Godly Play program is an integral part of life at St. John’s. Here’s how you can help: Volunteer to be the assistant. You don’t have to prepare anything, you just have to be present for the first half of worship with the children and our Godly Play Storyteller. Please talk to Leah for more information.
  • Did you know we have an Anglican Rosary? If you are interested in learning about it, you are invited to join Rita Carver, an Education for Ministry mentor, on Saturday mornings at 9:00 to learn to pray our Rosary. To sign up or learn more contact Rita at rita.k.carver@gmail.com
  • Page Turners Book Club meets the first Thursday of the month, at 2 pm, in the parish hall. New members are always welcome! Upcoming selections: May 2: North Woods by Daniel Mason. Speak to Lynn Dennison, Barbara Johnston, or Claudette Ford for more info.
  • Online Morning Prayer: Join hundreds of others from across the Episcopal Diocese of New York every weekday morning at 8:00 am. Start your day with prayer, connection, and peace. Go to dioceseny.org/online-morning-prayer to join.
  • Choir Rehearsal takes place on the third Sunday every month. Please speak with Terry Earles to learn more about the choir.
  • Social Hour Sign-up: If you enjoy staying after worship for snacks and socializing, please sign up to host! The sign-up sheet is on the bulletin board in the vestibule. Talk to Barbara Johnston at 845-594-2181.