Election Day Vigil – Thank you to all who made our first Election Day
Vigil services and observance a success.
Post-Election Prayers
– As our nation
transitions following the contentious political election in 2012 we need to
continue to hold our nation in prayer for wisdom, a sense of God’s presence and
direction, and a spirit of integrity and cooperation in our nation’s leaders.
O Lord our
Governor, whose glory is in all the world: We commend this nation to your
merciful care, that, being guided by your Providence, we may dwell secure in
your peace. Grant the President of the United States, our Senators and
Representatives in Congress, the Governor of this Commonwealth, and to all in
authority, wisdom and strength to know and to do your will. Fill them with the
love of truth and righteousness, and make them ever mindful of their calling to
serve this people in your fear; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and
reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, world without end. Amen.
(BCP p. 820)
Stewardship – A Prayer For the Future of the Human Race (BCP
p. 828)
O God our heavenly Father, you have blessed us and given us
dominion over all the earth: Increase our reverence before the mystery of life;
and give us new insight into your purposes for the human race, and new wisdom
and determination in making provision for its future in accordance with your
will; through Jesus Christ our Lord.
AMEN
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November 11, 2012, 10:30 am Holy Eucharist
Rite II
Lessons for the 24th
Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 27)
First Lesson: Ruth 3:1-5, 4:13-17
Psalm: 127
Second Lesson: Hebrews 9:24-28
Gospel: Mark
12:38-44
Lay Participants for November
11, 2012 - 10:30 am service
Eucharistic
Minister: Mary-Margaret
Lector: Bernice
Prayers: Ben
Ushers: Gary and Lynn
Nursery Attendant: Lillian
Nursery Assistant: Leone
Refreshments: Leone
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Fall
Working Party – The
a fall working party is tentatively scheduled for Saturday November 17 to help
sort and identify items for disposal that have been found in various locations
in the Parish House and to winterize the church yard. The date is subject to
change and may occur earlier but plan on the clean up happening no later than
November 17. So far we have a couple volunteers who are willing to help sort
and dispose; if you would like to help please contact the Rector.
Growth Suggestions – If
you have any ideas, suggestions, or recommendations concerning the Growth of
St. John’s please place them in the foil covered box labels “Growth” located on
the usher’s table in the Narthex. There
is a pen and paper in the box. These
will be reviewed at the next vestry meeting.
Our Thanksgivings – We are collecting tangible statements
regarding our blessings and thanksgivings in the jar in the Narthex.
Fall
Clergy Conference – The Rector will be away at Camp Chanco Tuesday and
Wednesday, November 13 and 14, for the Fall Clergy Conference. He will be
available via cell phone in emergencies. For more immediate responses please
contact the Senior Warden, Leone.
Wednesday Morning Book
Study – The
Wednesday morning book study continues its study of “The Bible Jesus Read” by
Philip Yancy. We will begin our study of the book of Job this coming Wednesday
at 10:00 am in the Parish Hall. If you are interested please contact Margaret.
Formation Classes – This coming Sunday we will discuss our Old
Testament reading Ruth 3:1-5, 4:13-17 “Ruth and Boaz at the Threshing Floor”
and “The Genealogy of David” from 9:15-10:15 am. Next week’s class will discuss our Old Testament
reading 1 Samuel 1:4-20, “Samuel’s Birth and Dedication.” All are invited to
join us for class this Sunday. A reminder; there is nursery service available
during the education hour.
Today’s Psalm – We will sing the portion of the Psalter in
unison. We will use a metrical version of the Psalter from A New Metrical
Psalter by Christopher Webber as we sing Psalm 127 together. The Psalm will be set to Hymn 353, “Your love, O God, has called us here”
(Wareham) from the
Hymnal 1982. The words and music will be found on a bulletin insert.
At Communion – All are welcome to come to the Lord’s Table
and all receive the benefits of the Sacrament whether they receive either the
bread or wine; both the bread and wine; neither the bread nor wine; or simply a
blessing by the priest. To receive the bread, offer your prominently raised
hands to the priest so the priest can easily place the bread on the palm of
your hand. You can receive the wine either individually or by dipping
(intincting) the bread in the chalice; if you wish to receive the chalice, please
guide it to your lips. If you desire a blessing as opposed to the elements
simply cross your arms across your chest and the priest will bless you. After
you have received the Bread and the Wine or the blessing, it is appropriate to
say "AMEN."
Thought
for the week – Mission: Mission is primarily about making the presence of God incarnate,
that is, visible and tangible, in a particular place and a particular time,
where ever “the Body is lacking” – and therefore most needed.
-Br. Kevin
Hackett
Society of Saint John the Evangelist
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Upcoming
Events:
Daily Mon.-Thu. *
Daily Morning Prayer – 9:00 am (Parish House)
Thu. Nov. 8th *
St. John Singers rehearsal – 7:00 pm (Choir Room)
Sat. Nov. 10th *
James River Rug Hookers – 10:00 am – 3:30 pm (Parish Hall)
Sun. Nov. 11th *
Veterans Day
*
Lon Bickham Charitable Event – 1:00-7:00 pm (Chuckatuck
Volunteer
Fire Department)
Mon. Nov. 12th *
Veteran’s Day Holiday – Office Closed
*
Vestry Meeting – 7:00 – 9:00 pm (Parlor)
Tue. Nov. 13th *
Fall Clergy Conference – Camp Chanco
Wed. Nov. 14th *
Fall Clergy Conference – Camp Chanco
*
Wednesday Morning Book Study – 10:00-11:30 am (Parish Hall)
*
Garden Club – 12:00-9:00 pm (Parish Hall)
Thu. Nov. 15th *
St. John Singers rehearsal – 7:00 pm (Choir Room)
Sun. Nov. 18th *
Pledge cards and letters distributed
*
Community Thanksgiving Service – 7:00-9:00 pm (Oakland
Christian
UCC)
Thu. Nov. 22nd *
Thanksgiving Holiday (Office closed)
Tue. Dec. 4th *
Convocation IV “Clergy” Quiet Day – 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
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Community
Church Websites:
New
Community Christian Center http://www.nccfamily.us
Oakland
Christian Church (UCC) http://www.oaklandchristianchurch.com/
Perfecting
Saints Church of God in Christ http://www.pscogic.com/
Wesley
Chapel United Methodist Church http://www.wesleychapelchuckatuck.org
Ebenezer
United Methodist Church http://ebumc.net/
Coalition
Against Poverty in Suffolk (CAPS) http://www.capsuffolk.com
PASTORAL CARE
Pray for Katherine, our
presiding bishop; Holly, our bishop; and Les our priest.
St. John’s shut-ins, Marianne, Meriwether,
Allen, David, Shirley, Suzanne, Janis, Dominique, Virginia, Lon, Faye and
family, Carter and family, Marvin, Sally, Bill, Heather, Pat, Charles, Barbara,
Tina, Kathleen and Fergal, the Chapman
family, Steve, Morse, Carolyn, Jonathan, Charles, and Carolyn.
Serving in the Armed Forces and Overseas: Bryan, Elizabeth,
Dane, and Patrick
Parish Cycle of Prayer: Ben & Diane
Diocesan Cycle of Prayer: The Rev. Karen Walters; The Rev. William & Carmen
Hoffman.
Anglican Cycle of Prayer: The Lusitanian Church of Portugal and The Rt. Rev.
Fernando Soares.
Flowers are given to the Glory of God and
in honor of Lucy Mae McCarthy by Marcella & Don.
Birthdays in November
Bev 03 Diane 04
Doug 11 Eddie 13
Steven 16 Kathy 28
Laura 28 Dotty 29
If you are in need of Pastoral Care,
Please call Father Ferguson.
Cell: 757-418-0063
Contact Music Minister Roger Peyton
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