This Sunday!
Next Week: June 2
A Note from Leah Siuta, St. John’s Warden
It is with a heavy heart that we say our good byes to Rev. Michelle. She has been with us for 8 years now and has brought us inspiration, wisdom, guidance, and love. We give thanks for her Ministry and her devotion to St. John’s. Please join us on June 2nd as we celebrate her ministry with us. We will be having a special reception after the 10:00 service. Thank you Michelle for all you have done, and all you are!
We have made arrangements for Supply Priests over the summer as well as time to worship with Holy Cross/Santa Cruz. I hope you can join us! This is an opportunity for us to continue worshipping as the community of St. Johns , building relationships and cohesiveness. It also allows us to connect with the larger community of Episcopalians in our area. Our vestry will be meeting throughout the summer. We will be working closely with the Diocese of NY and specifically with the Rev. Canon Alissa Newton to explore all options ahead and to help us listen carefully to the guidance of the Holy Spirit. Please share your thoughts, concerns, and visions with me or any members of the Vestry.
Our schedule for the month of June includes all Sundays at St. Johns
With love,
Leah Siuta, Warden
(845) 380-8413
Leah.StJohnsKingston@gmail.com
Announcements for May 26:
The First Sunday after Pentecost
Wednesdays 10:00-12:00 noon
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 Book Club The Book Club will meet at 2:00pm on June 6th to discuss “The Only Woman in the Room” by Marie Benedict in the Parish Hall. The Book Club will not be meeting in July and August and will reconvene in September. Enjoy your summer reading!
- 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 more info.
June 2 All Ages Worship and Celebration of Rev. Michelle’s Ministry
June 9 The Rev. Heidi Neumark (priest), Godly Play for children
June 16 The Rev. Dcn. Sue Bonsteel preaching for Morning Prayer
June 22 Ulster Deanery 9-12, Christ the King in Stone Ridge
June 23 The Rev. Janet Vincent (priest), Pastoral Care Meeting after worship
June 30 The Rev. Janet Vincent (priest)
July 7 The Rev. Janet Vincent (priest), Summer Worship in Parish Hall begins
July 14 The Rev. Janet Vincent (priest)
July 20 Vestry Retreat
July 21 The Rev. Canon Alissa Newton, Canon to the Ordinary, Episcopal Diocese of New York. Special Forum: Join Canon Alissa after worship for a conversation about the St. John’s Transition.
July 28 The Rev. Janet Vincent (priest)
Aug 4 The Rev. Janet Vincent (priest)
Aug 11 Worship with Holy Cross/Santa Cruz, 30 Pine Grove Ave
Aug 18 Worship with Holy Cross/Santa Cruz, 30 Pine Grove Ave
Aug 25 Worship with Holy Cross/Santa Cruz, 30 Pine Grove Ave
Sep 1 Worship with Holy Cross/Santa Cruz, 30 Pine Grove Ave