The February 2023 monthly Vine is available on our website.
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New Year, Same Promises
“God’s Promise of Blessing”
January 29, 2023
Please CLICK HERE to download the service notes.
As We Gather
Sometimes our lives don’t look blessed. Sometimes we don’t feel blessed. Sometimes we try to do right, to follow Jesus, and things don’t seem to go the way we had hoped. In the Beatitudes, Jesus speaks words of blessing upon His followers for such times. When we feel the poverty of our spirits, when we are mourning, when the world seems to pass us by, when we feel our unrighteousness, Jesus speaks grace. For when we have Him, we have the Kingdom of heaven and all of its blessings.
We will be streaming on our Facebook Page as well: CLICK HERE .
Live-stream and in-person worship begin at 9:30 AM. Please CLICK HERE to download the link to the live-stream itself.
Sunday Bible Classes
“Digging Deeper” Pastor Mike’s Bible Class is based on the sermon and readings for worship that day, along with any questions from those in attendance. This will provide an opportunity to dig deeper into themes and questions raised in the sermon, as well as a deeper study into the assigned readings for the day, or any questions that those in attendance may have.
“Romans: Part 2” Joel Wahlers will be starting the second half of a study on Paul’s letter to the Romans on Sunday, February 5 after worship in Room 8. The study will resume with Romans Chapter 8. He will be making use of Right Now Video teaching by J.D. Greear.
You are invited to join the Large Print Ministries Group
We’ll be meeting in Room 10 on the following dates:
Friday: January 27 (9:30-11:20)
Ladies’ Tea – More details to follow…
Women’s Bible Study (Tuesdays)
We are launching a new study on the book of Philippians, which will include some video, and a Bible study guide. We’re getting this via RightNow Media. Please join us on Tuesday, February 7th at 10 AM in the sanctuary.
Dine and Donate
On Tuesday, February 7, we will be having a Dine and Donate at Foodshed. Details to follow…
Hello St. John’s, I am calling on all soup, stew, and chili makers to share your talent with the St. John’s family as we break bread every Wednesday evening before our Lent evening services. We will be sending out a digital sign up sheet in February and posting a sign up sheet in the Narthex for those that are interested in helping with this special time of Faith and Fellowship. Thanks, Josh W.
Right Now Media
Right now media is an online resource providing Christian videos for all ages: Children’s resource, Bible Studies, lectures and more. As a congregation, we have subscribed to Right Now Media, so access is free for all in our St. John’s family. If you haven’t already signed up for Right Now Media, CLICK HERE.
Napa State Hospital Donation UPDATE
Napa State Hospital Volunteer Center is getting ready for the holidays and is seeking donations on behalf of their patients. Please CLICK HERE for a list of items needed. Or check the “Wish List” flyer attached to the donation box in the narthex to see what items are being requested.
As a Thrivent member, you are eligible for two Thrivent Action Teams per year. Thrivent Action Teams are a great way to make a positive impact in your community. Thrivent offers all the resources you need to get started, including up to $250 in seed money. Your team below provide the passion that brings your project to life. Here are some ideas on how you can help us here at St. John’s…
- Youth Events, VBS, Mission Farm, Large Print Ministry and LCC K9 Comfort Dog Ministry
Please call the church office if you are inspired to help with projects like these above and much more. Christy Kramer will be happy to help you apply for your Action Team Card.
CLICK HERE for instructions. CLICK HERE for more information.
Do you wish to receive the E-Vine by text?
Signing up is simple. Just text “sjlctext” to 855-906-0515. When an e-vine is sent out, you will receive a text with a link which will take you to the current e-vine. If you currently receive the e-vine by email, you will continue to receive it that way as well, unless you request for it to stop.
Where do I find sermons and services that I missed?
You can find previous sermons in three places. The full services are available on the YouTube channel.
- YouTube Channel:
- https://www.youtube.com/user/stjohnsnapaca/live
- There are playlists for sermons, Sunday Services, Wednesday Night Worship and teaching on Matthew
- RightNow Media Channel
- https://www.rightnowmedia.org/CustomLibrary/41667
- Scroll down to find recommendations as well as sermon and Gospel of Matthew lessons
- Website
- https://stjohnslutheran.net/sermons-2/
- The sermons are arranged by worship series
Ongoing News and Information
LCC K9 Comfort Dog Info… Scrip Info: What is Scrip?… Social Media at St. John’s… Donate to SJLC through Amazon… Mission India…
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