St. John s UCC Communion Dates for 2018

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1 Worship will be at 10 am in the Sanctuary St. John s UCC Communion Dates for 2018 Volume 71 No. 6 June 2018 Sunday, June 10, 2018 Sunday, July 8, 2018 Sunday, August 5, ADDRESSES Rev. Caroline Saxton pastor@sjucc1811.org Loretta Zimmerman manager@sjucc1811.org Gary & Gloria Crum music@sjucc1811.org Tim Long tim@cstone.com Roxanne Davenport youth@sjucc1811.org Brittany Hoke nsdirector@sjucc.net Webmaster webmaster@sjucc1811.org Spirit spirit@sjucc1811.org St. John s United Church of Christ 1811 Lincoln Way East Chambersburg, PA Phone: Fax: Web site: Office Hours: Mon. Fri. from 9 AM 12PM - 1 PM 3 PM 16 A publication of St. John s United Church of Christ Chambersburg, PA 1

2 From Pastor Caroline: We have entered the liturgical season of Ordinary Time but our days and weeks together thus far and as we look ahead have been anything but ordinary. We have celebrated the Ascension and Pentecost. We have gathered together for joyous celebrations, sharing food and fellowship and friendship. We pray together, we worship together, we serve together. We think about where we ve been and where we re heading. We are being and becoming the church. The summer months allow us to slow down a little, to breathe and evaluate and plan. St. John s is still busy, but it is a different kind of activity. Preparations for Vacation Bible School are in full swing. The season at St. John s Camp is soon to start. We begin reorganizing our ministry teams and following our passions. Signs of life are all around us! Our lives are busy. Our lives are hectic. But we need God. We need time and space to connect with the holy. How do you find rest? What feeds your spirit and soul? Where do you feel God? No matter where life finds you this summer, I encourage you to make time for rest, rejuvenation, and renewal. Carve out time for people and activities that bring you joy. And all the while, keep talking to God. God is still speaking. God is still listening. Peace, Pastor Caroline CONSISTORY Trustees Roger Mellott, Head Trustee roger.bonnie1505@gmail.com Jim Moyer mjmoyer@embarqmail.com Jack Mull nomienip@aol.com Elders Mary Moyer, Head Elder, mjmoyer@embarqmail.com Gary Crum Jerry Thomason, Office Asst ggcrum@gmail.com jtsealb@gmail.com Connie Evans budconevans@comcast.net Harold Collier, President hcollier@comcast.net Peggy Orr momorr10@yahoo.com Deacons Cathy Kinton, Head Deacon cjkinton@yahoo.com Lisa Fair lisak1026@gmail.com Jack Davenport jadavenport5@comcast.net Diana Kongkeattikul Kongkeattikul@comcast.net Ann Osterman aosterman515@comcast.net Calvin Frantz, Vice President calvinfrantz@yahoo.com Pastor The Rev Caroline Saxton pastor@sjucc1811.org Matthew 25:21 His master replied, 'Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Enter into the joy of your master!' 2 15

3 Called to Care Connie Morrill-Hair Camp Lisa Frantz Caring Cooks Lisa Frantz Children & Youth Ministry Roxanne Davenport Church & Ministry Connie Kaiser Fellowship Sue McMurtray Nursery School Mary Lou Hendrickson Outreach Jim Boyer Ministry Chairs Safe Church Compliance Safe Church Compliance Steward, Bobbie Sponseller Safe Church Response Safe Church Compliance Steward, Bobbie Sponseller Finance Scot Orndorff Worship/Music Ministry Gary Crum Library-Mary Lee Yaukey Public Relations Sue McMurtray Invitational Ministry Susan Collier PSALM 118 vs. 24 This is the Day the Lord has Made, Let Us Rejoice and Be Glad in It. These are the words that we sing each Sunday at the beginning of our worship service. In an article by Aksel J. Smith he states that each day is a rich and precious gift from God, with new grace and new opportunities. Jesus says that we have only this one day, and we must not be anxious for the day tomorrow. Even though it has gone badly before, it can be completely new and glorious today. If there is something that bothers our conscience from the past, we have abundant grace and power to bring it in order today. We must learn to number our days and live as if each day were our last. Today could be the only day, the last day we have, to show all goodness and love to each other. Today we are to glorify Jesus name in everything we say and do and let the sun of our love rise over the evil and the good. The decisions we make today are crucial for eternity! Jesus will come to fetch those who are waiting for Him today and are ready to meet Him. They are the children of light and of the day. Gloria and Gary Crum 14 3

4 Nursery School News It has been an amazing year here at St. John s Nursery School, filled with many blessings. I am grateful for the opportunity to work with such a talented staff and supportive families who share in my passion for early education. As many of you already know I will not be returning to St. John s Nursery School next school year. It has truly been my pleasure to be a part of the St. John s Staff for the past eight years. I have met so many wonderful and caring people who have had such a positive impact on my journey as a director and member of the SJUCC staff. I want to thank the Nursery School ministry for their support and trust as we worked together to provide the best possible preschool program in the community. I look forward to what my future holds and I wish all of you the best in wherever life may take you. Best of luck to the new Director, Brittany Hoke. Wishing all of you a fun, adventurous and safe summer! Amy Stockslager 4 Mark Reicheldefer..June 3 Cheryl Sollenbger...June 3 Owen Reichelderfer June 4 Adelaide Dietrich....June 4 Dorothy Holz.....June 5 Connie Strunk.....June 5 Gary Rebok....June 6 John Noel....June 7 Gary Johnson.. June 7 Constance Reichelderfer......June 9 Matthew Hoover...June 10 Irene Gattiker...June 11 Stephanie Baltozer...June 14 John Campbell....June 14 *Stephanie Wheeler. June 14 Carol Yarema.....June 16 *Lynda Thomason...June 17 Jill Miller....June 19 Lucille Leister...June 20 Thomas Kinton..June 20 Lynda Pound..June 21 Kerry Miller.....June 21 Rory Sirpis..June 22 J Christian Snavely..June 23 Antonio Cuesta....June 24 Nathan Armstrong...June 24 Kay Hughes.. June 26 The Rev. Forrest Koontz. June 29 Betty Niemond..June 29 Susan Weller....June 29 Marlee Rae Ridings....June 29 Christopher Patterson......June 30 Aaron Myers....June 30 13

5 Positions available Dear Church Family, Thank you for the flowers, cards and visit following my recent eye surgery. Your support and caring was so appreciated. Blessings, Tom Kinton To my St. John s Family, Thank you for the many prayers as I was a patient in Chbg. Hospital. Also for the visits & the beautiful carnations in budvase! They cheered me up since I was in over Easter! I m slowly recovering - ST. JOHN S IS HIRING! PART TIME POSITIONS ARE CURRENTLY AVAILABLE FOR CUSTODIAN AND OFFICE ASSISTANT. APPLICATIONS & JOB DESCRIPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE IN THE CHURCH OFFICE. Your friend in Christ, Lori Leister Doctors Without Borders..$ Acts 20:35 In everything I did, I showed you that by this kind of hard work we must help the weak, remembering the words the Lord Jesus himself said: It is more blessed to give than to receive. Our first VBS workday Sunday, June 10. We'll plan to begin around 11:30 am (following the congregational meeting), with pizza provided at noon. Sign-up on the youth bulletin board. 12 5

6 CHURCH CAMP 2018 at St. John s Church Camp - Ft. Loudon, PA It s where FAITH and FUN go hand in hand Camp Kum Ba Yah (Grades 3-5) July 8-14 $200 Camp Noah (Grades K-2) July $75 The 2018 registration form is on the church website 6 July 29 th - Aug 2 nd Call or See Roxanne Davenport to help! or Gift cards or monetary donations towards the crafts and decorating for VBS are greatly appreciated and may be given to the office or Roxanne. Make plans to loan boat paddles, oars, life preserver rings, a light or medium blue rug (approx. 5 X 8), and outdoor seat cushions. Collection for these items are now in the collection box/basket in Narthex. Please remember to place your name on the items so we can return them. Donate empty 2 liter bottles, newspapers, left over paint (grey, tan, brown, blue and green). Sign up to help during VBS week Log onto our website and look for the VBS portal. Sign up to help during VBS week Log onto our website and look for the VBS portal. Adopt a room: sign up to adopt (decorate) one room or hallway. Materials will be provided. You commit to take on a section of the church. Interested? Contact Diana Kongkeatitikul.

7 Youth Happenings This Summer Eastern Regional Youth Event Love & Justice For With Towards God! California University of PA July 19-22, 2018 This is an exciting event for youth (completing 6 th grade thru 12 th ) from all over the eastern region of the U.S. that only comes every 4 years! Join Roxanne and Jack Davenport for an event you will never forget! Information is available from the Davenports and on-line at Money is available to help defray cost!!!!! A Safety Reminder from Safe Church and Pastor Caroline: If you see something, Say Something! Men s Breakfast!!! Perkins Restaurant Thursday, June 7th at 7am. We will continue to meet the first Thursday of every month. All men invited! Salsa Lessons at St. John s if you have ever wanted to learn the basics and more in the Salsa, these are the lessons for you! Our instructor José Ricardo will be teaching on Thursday July 5th, 12th, and 19th from 7 to 8 pm, with open music to practice with from 8 to 8:30 pm. The cost for all 3 lessons is $15/person. For more information, contact Harold Collier at hcollier@comcast.net St. John s Camp News Camp Refresh! The Outreach Ministry has planned a mission trip to St. John s camp. Come spend a few days in nature, unplugged and rejuvenating ourselves as well as the camp in preparing for the camp season. Join us on June 22 nd and 23th! We ll leave St. John s at 8 AM Friday morning and return Saturday after the work is done. Projects will be organized by Dick Rebok and Tom Kinton, with cooking provided by Lisa Frantz. Questions? Contact Greg St. Clair. We look forward to seeing you there! Camp Open House On Saturday June 23rd, we will be having a Camp Open House at St. John's Camp from 2-4 PM. Everyone is welcome to come check out the camp and all the beauty that surrounds it! All are invited to stay for dinner. A sign-up sheet is on the bulletin board in the lobby. Please RSVP for dinner by Thursday, June

8 Help fill the VBS Jar!! The VBS children always make a special cross. This year the cross will need pennies, nickels & dimes to complete the craft. A Donation Jar with a cross sample will be placed in The Narthex during church, then come into the office during the week. If all you have is a dollar, a miracle can be made to turn it into coins. Thank you so much for your support in St. John s VBS. Any leftover coins will be given to the VBS mission. Join us on the lawn this summer for Family Movie nights. 8:00 pm June 15 The LEGO Movie July 13 Ferdinand August 3rd TBA Bring your blankets and chairs. Snacks to share! 8 9