E-Vine June 3, 2017

  This Week’s Memory Verse

 Each one should use whatever gift he has received to serve others, faithfully administering God’s grace in its various forms. ~1 Peter 4:10

As We Gather

On Sunday, we continue our series on 1 Peter, this week coming to the difficult topic of suffering.  How do we handle it when suffering comes into our lives because we are doing the right thing?  Is God letting us down?  Or calling us to follow more earnestly the one who went to the cross for us?   We find our strength and our hope in such times in our crucified and risen Savior.

• First Reading Numbers 11:24-30
• Psalm Psalm 25:1-15
• Second Reading 1 Peter 4:12-19
• Holy Gospel Luke 12:1-12

Children’s Church Teachers:  Kelsey Uffmann & Jenny Gass

• Called to Glory … Our sister in Christ, Ena Cooper, was call to be with the Lord on Wednesday morning May 31.  A memorial service will be held on Sunday, June 11 at 1:00 PM at St. John’s.  We pray God’s comfort and peace for all who mourn.

• Congregational Meeting… There will be a meeting after the second service at 11:30 AM on June 18.  The agenda will include the Ministry Plan and Budget for 2017-2018, and the election of the Board of Directors.

• Reception for Sam and Molly Troemel and Jonathan and Melissa Heinemann… June 11, 11:30, Parish Hall Everyone is invited to a reception for Sam and Molly on June 11, after the second service. Wish them farewell in their new calling to Calvary Lutheran Church and School in Indianapolis, Indiana.  There will be appetizers, dessert, and drinks, and a basket for cards.  If you would like to bring food, or help with set-up or clean-up, please contact Pam Barker.

• Vacation Bible School:  Good News:  Because of the amazing offerings of God’s people this past month we are removing the Vacation Bible School fee of $35.”  Vacation Bible School will be free!  We will be contacting those who have already registered about refunding their registration fee.  Registration forms are available in the church and school offices.

• Amelia Arnold will be participating in the Concordia University “Around-the World” semester this fall where she will be learning through unique, built-in comparative academics, serving others through philanthropic/humanitarian work in every country, and growing in through new encounters with God and His people.  Please see attached info.  If you would like to help sponsor Amelia, please contact the Arnold family.

• Built on the Rock Update . . . Through May 28^th $184,120 has been offered for “Built on the Rock,” the Earthquake Repair and Seismic Upgrade.  We need $1,880 more to reach the goal of $186,000.

• Sunday Morning Greeters needed!  If you are interested in helping us greet our worshipers on Sunday mornings, please contact Christy in the church office.  Thank you!

• St. John’s Facilities Online Calendar:  Looking for a room for a meeting or event?  You can now 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.

• NEW AARON NOTE CARDS:  We have new note cards for sale at the church office.  Thanks for supporting Aaron’s ministry!
• 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. Aaron’s website: NapaValleyComfortDogs.org

• 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.  Next Friday (June 9^th ) is St. John’s service opportunity and we invite you to join us. If you would like to help, please sign up for a shift (or multiple shifts) by clicking 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.  Now you no longer need to question what to do with these batteries.  Bring them to one of our locations mentioned above, drop them in the container, and we will do the rest! Thank you for supporting our efforts in keeping our landfills clean.

• 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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