This Week’s Memory Verse
Is not the cup of thanksgiving for which we give thanks a participation in the blood of Christ? And is not the bread that we break a participation in the body of Christ? Because there is one loaf, we, who are many, are one body, for we all partake of the one loaf. ~1 Corinthians 10:16-17
As We Gather
The Corinthian Christians were blessed with every spiritual gift (1 Cor. 1:7). Yet, as we heard last week, they fought over who had the greatest gift. In today’s reading from chapter 13 Paul shows them the most excellent way to use the gifts endowed by the Holy Spirit. Although all the gifts of the Spirit to the Church are to be treasured, the greatest gift is love in Christ. We are called to live out our relationships with each other reflecting the love of Christ.
Psalm Psalm 103
New Testament 1 Corinthians 12:1-31a
Gospel John 17:20-26
Children’s Church Teachers: Janet Gates, Ramona Kaufmann, Sarah Santora, Scott Zimmerman
New Church Directory…We will be soon updating our St. John’s Directory. Please provide the following information that you would like listed to Christy as soon as possible. You can:
- Mail the blue form in the bulletin or page 3 of the February Vine to St. John’s, 3521 Linda Vista Ave., Napa 94558 or give it to the ushers
- Send an email with all this information to: churchoffice@stjohnslutheran.net
- Call the church office at 707.255.0119
Thank you!
Communion Learning Event Instruction for preparing to receive Holy Communion for sixth, seventh, and eighth graders with their parents will be held on three Tuesday evenings, February 19, 26, and March 5, 2019 from 7:00 – 9:00 PM. A letter and registration form was sent out to those in the 6th – 8th grades who have not yet participated in this learning event. If you did not receive this letter, please contact Pastor Mark at pastormark@stjohnslutheran.net so that one can be sent to you. First Communion will be on Maundy Thursday, April 18th in the 7:00 PM service.
When We Need God’s Love Most…When do we need God’s love most? Of course we need that love every second of our lives. But at times God’s love is especially precious to us, times when: we lose a loved one; life becomes so confusing that we do not know where to turn; we are dealing with a chronic illness; or life just becomes meaningless and depression sets in. At times like these, it is very important to have someone who cares. Our congregation has trained seven lay people, Stephen Ministers who offer a ministry of Christian caring for those in need. To request the ministry of a Stephen Minister, contact Penni Cremen pcremen@msn.com or Pastor Mark pastormark@stjohnslutheran.net
You are invited to attend the 2019 CNH District’s Missions Conference, “Healthy for Mission.” The conference will be held on Saturday, March 16, 2018 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 1635 Chester Drive, Tracy, California. Keynote speakers for the event are John Denninger and Terry Tieman. To register, please go to www.cnh-lcms.org. Don’t delay…the deadline to register is Thursday, March 7, 2019! If you have any questions, please contact Tim Kramer.
Anne Goodrich and Pastor Mark Heine joyfully invite the St. John’s community to their wedding on Saturday, March 9, 2019 at 1:30 PM in the sanctuary. A cake and sparkling wine reception will follow in the Parish Hall. Please RSVP by February 17, 2019 by sending an email to heinegoodrichwedding@gmail.com or by calling the church office. No gifts please.
Chili Cook-Off… Mark your calendars folks! We’re having a Chili Cook-off! On March 3rd at 4:00pm the SJL Youth will host a Chili Cook-off as a fundraiser for their summer trip. We hope to have everybody come on out and enjoy the great food and fellowship! If you would like to bring a chili please contact Kevin Mathison.
SJLC 10th Annual Ladies’ Tea… Join us for tea, light lunch, friendship and entertainment on Saturday, March 2, 2019, 11 AM—2 PM, Parish Hall. This year’s theme: MISSION POSSIBLE – Making a Difference Around the World – Presented by Caitlin Newton. Music provided by Heidi Newman and Steve Rock. Please RSVP to: Lois Johnson: vikingwater@yahoo.com 707-815-7036 or Larraine Ewing: ljewing@aol.com 707-738-4128
6th Grade Teacher Search – Debbie Stanhope has announced that she will retire from the teaching ministry at the end of this school year after 43 years – all of it at St. John’s. While we are thankful to God for Debbie’s service and ministry, we are also excited about following God’s direction in selecting a new 6th grade teacher. If you would like more information or have any names you would like to submit as potential candidates, please contact Joel Wahlers in the school office – jwahlers@stjohnsnapa.org.
Fire Relief. . . We encourage your prayers for those who are affected by the fires, as well as those who are bravely fighting them. If you would like to make a donation for fire relief, we encourage you to consider these two options.
- California Nevada Hawaii District (LCMS): 100% of funds donated go to relief in our district. Click here for an update and to donate
- Thrivent Financial. Thrivent is matching up to $250,000 dollar for dollar. To give through Thrivent, Go to this link to donate.
Youth News
CLUB 56 will meet this Tuesday from 6-7:30pm at Aegis Living on Redwood. We will be playing BINGO with the residents there. This is one of the ways we are able to serve our community in love and fellowship! We will walk to Starbucks so bring a couple of bucks. Come hang and serve with us!
ABIDE will meet at the Hoff’s house at 7:00pm this Thursday for faith, fun, and fellowship! Come on out!
HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS! We are heading on a rafting trip July 9-13th! Contact Kevin Mathison if you are interested in going.
CHILI COOK-OFF will be taking place on March 3rd at 4pm. This is a fundraiser for our High School Youth Ministry. The price to enter a Chili is $25. $5 to enjoy chili. Join us March 3rd for great chili, great fun, and great fellowship! Please contact Kevin Mathison if you would like to enter the cook-off. email: kevin@stjohnslutheran.net
Use of Bathrooms: When adults are on the church and school grounds during the school day (7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.), please only use the adult bathrooms located in the school library or church offices. Thank you!
Scrip: Everyone is invited and encouraged to use SCRIP!! What is Scrip? Scrip are gift cards that the school purchases at discounts and sales to you at face value. The profit goes to APT to help our students. Scrip may be purchased in the school office during normal school hours.
Attention Costco/Trader Joes Shoppers? We carry Visa cards in $50’s and $100’s. Costco only takes Visa cards, cash or checks. Stop by the school office before you head off to Costco or Trader Joes and purchase your Visa cards. While you are here check out everything that is available to you.
- Returning Vendor~ Chevron
- Remember Scrip for your Thanksgiving Shopping
- Grocery Stores: Whole Foods, Safeway, Lucky, Target, Wal-Mart
- Best Percentage: Tarla Bar & Grill 20%, Hop Creek 20%, Filippi’s 15%, Food Shed 10%, Land’s End 16%, Chipotle 10%, Bath & Body Works 13%,
- Scrip gift cards are perfect for following a household budget
- You can pay your Kohl’s bill with Kohl’s Scrip 4%
- Families can shop both in-store or online with participating retailers
- Scrip gift cards are just like using a credit/debit card, but without the fraud risk
- Scrip gift cards are perfect for holiday gift giving and shopping
Attention all AMAZON Users! Please consider using “Amazon Smile” when you place your orders, designating St. John’s Lutheran Church fund. (There is no additional cost to you!) Just click on the link below and place your order. It is that simple! https://smile.amazon.com/ch/94-6001864
St. John’s Facilities Online Calendar: Looking for a room for a meeting or event? You can view this calendar online. Go to https://teamup.com/ks059311afd6a21c57 If you would like to book a room/location on campus for an event/meeting, please contact Christy Kramer at the church office to be added to the calendar. Please note: You may only use the facility if you have pre-reserved your requested room/location with Christy Kramer
Mission India: Please keep this year’s Mission India Literacy trainers in your prayers. To support this ministry financially, please make out your check to St. John’s. You can use the designated offering envelopes or write on your check that it is for Mission India. For more information about our partnership with Mission India and the opportunity to change lives and draw them to Christ, see www.missionindia.org.
Aaron’s Blog: “Aaron returns to Las Vegas” Please click on this link http://napavalleycomfortdogs.org/2018/10/02/las-vegas-recovery/ to read about Team Aaron’s return to Las Vegas for the 1 year anniversary of the mass shooting.
Aaron Comfort Dog… New team members are always welcome! Come join us and observe how this amazing ministry works. Please contact Tim or Christy Kramer if you would like to “shadow” during one of our events!
Aaron Comfort Dog Contact Info: If you would like to request a visit from Aaron, please contact Tim or Christy Kramer @ 255-0119. For an update on his activities, please check out his Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter pages at AaronComfortDog.
Ministry Opportunity: St. John’s participates in The Table ministry (based at First Presbyterian Church, 1333 Third St. in Napa) by cooking/serving a meal every month on the 2nd Friday. If you would like to help, please sign up for a shift (or multiple shifts) by clicking on the link here. We thank you for your service. Your time and your talents are greatly appreciated. Blessings, The Table Team
Recycle your Household Batteries at SJL: St. John’s Lutheran is working with Napa Recycling on collecting and disposing of any household batteries you may have; AAA, AA, C, D & 9 volt batteries. We will not accept automotive or drill batteries, only standard household batteries. Containers are available in the school office, church office, and Room 10.
Campus Security: Please remember to check that doors are properly closed and locked as you leave the room you are using. Thanks for helping us take care of our campus.
Abide Daily Devotion… How do I let Scripture guide my prayer life? How can I let Jesus direct what I pray for each day? The Abide Devotion, written by Pastor Mike, is a daily devotion designed to address these concerns. You can click here for more information and to subscribe to receive the devotions in your email each morning.
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