St. Johns United Methodist Church

St. John's E-News

April 26, 2008
Church Office Hours:
Monday-Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Fridays 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
(215) 357-6998
email: stjumc@aol.com
www.stjumc.org

The secret of contentment lies not in possessing many things, but in wanting few things.

The Lord will guide you continually, and satisfy your soul in drought,
and strengthen your bones; you shall be like a watered garden,
and like a spring of water, whose waters do not fail.
Isaiah 58:11

Traditional Worship Service at 8:15 a.m and 10:30 a.m.
Pastor Bill's sermon is entitled, "God In The Middle Of Things."
The Scripture reading is Acts 17:22-31

Contemporary Worship Service at 9:15 a.m.
Pastor Janice's sermon series on the Book of Revelation continues
This week's sermon is entitled, "When You Feel Like Crying"
The Scripture reading is Revelation 21:1-7

Calendar for the Upcoming Week
Thursday, April 24
4:45 p.m. Cherub Choir Rehearsal
4:45 p.m. Junior Choir Rehearsal
5:30 p.m. His Holy Handbells Rehearsal
6:45 p.m. Ring of Faith Rehearsal
7:00 p.m. Bible Study
8:00 p.m. Adult Choir Rehearsal

Friday, April 25
9:15 a.m. Yoga Class

Saturday, April 26
8:00 a.m. UMM Breakfast
5:00 p.m. Reading Phillies Trip

Sunday, April 27
9:15 a.m. Children's Sunday School
10:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School
11:40 a.m. Giving & Fundraising Meeting
3:00 p.m. Amazing Grace Music Festival
6:00 p.m. Youth Choir
7:00 p.m. Youth Group

Monday, April 28
7:30 p.m. Stretch & Tone
8:30 a.m. Golf

Tuesday, April 29
5:30 p.m. Grace Notes
6:30 p.m. Wii-ing on Tuesdays
7:30 p.m. Salt n' Light Praise Band Rehearsal

Wednesday, April 30
9:30 a.m. Staff Meeting
7:00 p.m. Mission & Ministry Task Force Meeting

Announcements

Baptismal Dates
Sunday, May 18, 2008
Father's Day, Sunday, June 15, 2008
Baptisms may be scheduled during all worship services.
There will be a required Pre-Baptismal Class on Thursday, May 13th at 7:00 p.m. in the Parlor. Please call the church office if you plan to
attend.

Graduate Recognition Sunday
Help us give proper recognition to our students on June 1, 2008.
Please list on the back of the top page of the Ritual of Friendship the name and school of anyone you know from St. John's who is graduating high school or college this June.
You may also call or email the church office.

Amazing Grace
Sunday, April 27 - 3 PM
18th Ecumenical Festival of Music
Northampton & Southampton Reformed Church,
1380 Bristol Rd. Southampton
A celebration for all ages by all ages featuring choirs and ensembles from area churches.
Call Belinda Ash (215 860-3330) for more information.

National Day of Prayer
Thursday, May 1
Participate in a Pray Vigil during this time to honor God. Sign up for a half-hour interval of silent, personal prayer in the Parlor. Prayers and prayer requests will be provided for those who might need them. Our goal is to have continuous prayer in the church all day. In addition, to the vigil, there will be a Prayer Labyrinth available for the use in Fellowship Hall.
Sign up on the Adult Ministries Bulletin Board.

UMW Spring Banquet
Wednesday, May 7, 2008
6:00 p.m. - Fellowship Hall
All women of St. John's and their friends are invited. Come enjoy a covered dish dinner and listen to gifted speaker, Paula Harris. Paula will share the Truth of Scriptures while giving practical direction on how to apply those principles in one's daily walk. For more information or to register by phone, call Arlene Williams (215) 355-0162 or email arlenew13@aol.com


Attention Golfers
Friday, May 9th
Spring Hollow Golf Course, Spring City, PA
The Innabah Open is a benefit golf outing which will benefit the ministries of Camp Innabah.
Registration begins at 12:00 p.m. Cost: $80.00 per golfer. For more information please call Rev. Jim MacMain (215-504-0843)

Mother/Daughter Rainbow Tea
Saturday, May 10th
3-5 p.m. Fellowship Hall
Grandmothers, Mothers and Daughters of all ages are invited to join us for tea, fellowship and fun activities. We will be serving tea and goodies, creating a keepsake and making memories. Wear rainbow colors and your hat and gloves if you'd like! Cost $7.50 per person. Dads and sons are needed to help with serving the special people in their lives. Purchase tickets in the Narthex or Lobby after worship.

Chicken Barbecue
Saturday, May 17, 2008
Please sign up to volunteer on the sheets located in the Narthex.

"Last Night At The U.S.O."
Saturday, May 24th
7 p.m. Fellowship Hall
A musical, written, directed and produced by Kimberlee Arnott Weidman. Take a walk back in time and enjoy music and dancing of the 1940's. Our own Dave and Val Sharper are part of the cast. Feel free to wear your Armed Forces uniforms or dress in attire of the 1940's. Invite your family and friends. Refreshments will include Dagwood Sandwiches and Homemade Soup. Miller couldn't make it so Birch is coming instead.
It will be a night you won't forget!
Cost: $25. Contact Marilyn Keyser (215 322-7338) or Walt/Janet for information.

Music Camp - "Cross Country"
Monday, June 23 - Thursday, June 26
(note change of date)
9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Evening performance on Thursday, June 26, 7:00 p.m.

Summer Camps 2008
Carson-Simpson Farm Gretna Glen Innabah Pocono Plateau
The United Methodist camps in this area have a summer filled with fun camping and retreat activities for children, youth, adults and families. Pick up a brochure on the Welcome Table, Children's Ministry Table or check out www.epaumc.org/camping for more information.

Upcoming Activities
St. John's Book Club - May 14th
Chicken Barbecue - May 17th
Youth Car Wash & Bake Sale - May 17th (part of BBQ)
Graduate Recognition Sunday - June 1st
Celebration of Service and Retirement for Pastor Bill - Sunday, June 8th
(One service at 9:30 a.m & reception following in Fellowship Hall)
Music Camp - June 23rd through 26th
Vacation Bible School - July 14th through 18th