What’s happening this Sunday?
Next Sunday: Baptisms!
Save the Date: June 2
Help us celebrate Rev. Michelle’s ministry with us! Join us for All Ages Worship on Sunday, June 2 and a potluck party afterwards. Let’s have a festive brunch – sign-up sheets are in the vestibule.
A Prayer for This Time of Transition
God of love, we pray for our parish family during this time of transition. Guide us and grant us wisdom that we may be courageous and forthright in our self-reflection and willing to face the challenges before us. Help us come together as a beloved community that we may grow in faith and service to one another and the world in which we live. And, as we begin this journey, we pray that your light will illumine our way and your love will fill our hearts with peace and hope this day and for the days to come. Amen.
Announcements for May 12
The Seventh Sunday of Easter
Phone: 845-331-2252
Email: stjohnskingston@aol.com
- Celebration of the Ministry of the Rev. Michelle Meech: Sunday, June 2 after worship. Join us for a Special Brunch and time for fellowship with Rev. Michelle and your friends of St. John’s. We hope you can come to celebrate the 8 years of service and love that Michelle has given our parish! Have time to share your goodbyes while surrounded by the love of St. John’s.
- St. John’s Prayer Chain The St. John’s Prayer Chain offers pastoral support to all the members of St. John’s. Please contact us if you need prayers or support: stjohnsprayerchain9@gmail.com
- Ulster Deanery Meeting The next meeting of the Ulster Deanery is Saturday, June 22 from 9-12 at Christ the King in Stone Ridge. Please be in touch with Leah Siuta if you would like to attend. All members of St. John’s are welcome.
- South African Music Workshop: Monday, July 1 from 10-2:30, join Episcopal Parishes from all over the diocese for a South African Music Workshop at Redeemer Lutheran Church in New Paltz. Guest presenter Bongani Magatyana. Email Rev. Allison Moore to register: standrewsrev@gmail.com Donation requested but not required.
- 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, just 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! 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.
- 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.
St. John’s Upcoming Schedule
See stjohnskingston.org/welcome/event-calendar for a full listing.
May 12 Godly Play for kids
May 19 Feast of Pentecost and Baptisms! Vestry meeting and choir rehearsal after worship
June 2 All Ages Worship and Celebration of Rev. Michelle’s Ministry
June 16 Vestry meeting and choir after worship
June 22 Ulster Deanery 9-12, Christ the King in Stone Ridge
June 23 Pastoral Care Meeting after worship
July 20 Vestry Retreat
July 21 Guest Priest – The Rev. Canon Alissa Newton