Strength in our Weakness
“Forgiven and Forgiving”
June 13, 2021
As We Gather
This summer, we are focusing on the encouraging words from Paul’s second letter to the Corinthians in our worship series “Strength in our Weakness.” On Sunday, we consider Paul’s words in 2 Corinthians 2:5-11. He calls for the congregation to forgive the one who has caused offense, for the sake of the offender and for the congregation. Sin and the resulting hard feelings weaken relationships. Forgiveness brings strength and unity. Through the forgiveness of Jesus Christ we are called to live a forgiving life.
Live-stream and in-person worship begin at 9:30 AM. Please CLICK HERE to download the handout, and to link to the live-stream itself.
We will be streaming on our Facebook Page as well: CLICK HERE
Wednesday Night Worship June 16 “Not the Righteous, but Sinners”
Wednesday Night Worship resumes on June 16 at 7:00 pm. We will continue our walk through the Gospel of Matthew. This week we will focus on the call of Matthew the tax collector in Matthew 9:9-13. What does the call of Matthew say to us today about the Lord’s call in our lives? To access, please go to our streaming page (https://stjohnslutheran.net/live-streaming-worship-at-st-johns/
Congregational Meeting This Sunday June 13
There will be a Congregational Meeting on June 13 at 11:00 AM in the Sanctuary (after the 9:30 service). The purpose of this meeting is to consider and adopt a Ministry Plan and Budget for the 2021-2022 fiscal year. At this meeting we will also be electing to fill four positions on the Board of Directors.
The nomination slate for the four position contains four candidates. We will be electing them for 2-year terms.
Nominee (*currently on the board)
Dean Bledsoe
Andrea Clark *
Judi Rock *
Paula Schweiger *
The proposed Ministry Plan and Budget was approved by the Board of Directors at its May 20 meeting. CLICK HERE TO VIEW. You may also pick up a printed copy in the church office or in the sanctuary. The information sheet regarding the candidates for the Board of Directors will be available in the same locations.
The information sheet regarding the candidates for the Board of Directors is available CLICK HERE.
Opportunity to Serve: Worship Tech Team
We are in need of additional people to serve on our worship tech team. We are most in need of additional sound technicians, and streaming technicians. Previous experience or knowledge is not necessary, as training will be provided, and new tech team members will be serving with experienced tech team members.
Family and Children Resources
“Children’s Church Lesson” This is a weekly Sunday School/Children’s Church type lesson for parents to lead with small children. Please use this at home during this time when we are unable to offer our regular Children’s Church. Here are this week’s suggestions:
- THIS WEEK’S LESSON CLICK HERE
- THIS WEEK’S COLORING PAGE CLICK HERE
- YOU TUBE FOR KIDS: WHY FORGIVE? CLICK HERE
Wednesday Night Worship on June 16
To access, please go to our streaming page CLICK HERE
Communion Assistants Needed…
As more people are returning to in-person worship we are in need of additional people to assist with distributing Communion. If you are able to serve in this way, please contact Pastor Mark (pastormark@stjohnslutheran.net) for more information and training.
Meal Train Created for the Mathisons
A Meal Train account has been created for the Mathisons. CLICK HERE for the link if you would like to participate.
Youth Ministry
Summer is here already?! Or maybe you’ve been waiting and now it’s finally here! Either way we have some summer fun planned for youth ministry. This week we will be hosting our first Wednesday Summer Movie Night. Follow our page on Instagram @stjohnsnapayouth to stay up to date on what’s happening in the summer.
Wednesday, June 16, we will host a Movie night in the Gym at 7pm for 5th-High school. Bring some snacks, a comfy chair, and your best movie watching skills!
From our Director of Children’s Ministry
We are now looking for Children’s Church volunteers! SJL is going to start up Children’s Church again in September 2021. Children’s Church is for children in Preschool up to 4th grade. I would like to hear back from all of our former CC teachers as well as some new volunteers! The commitment is typically one Sunday per month if we receive at least 8 volunteers! One class meets in the preschool building at that is for kids Preschool-1st Grade. The other class meets in the school library and that is for kids 2nd-4th grade. Please help us make this a reality for our kids to return to Children’s Church! If you have any questions or would like more information don’t hesitate to reach out to Janis King.
Please click on these link from Janis King…
Children’s Ministry Volunteer CLICK HERE
2021 VBS has been Cancelled
Because of Covid-19, we just don’t have the commitment this year from our typical strong base of volunteers. The decision has been made to cancel VBS for this summer. We will come back strong in the summer of 2022! Thank you for understanding!
June 2021 monthly Vine now available on our website.
To keep up-to-date with what is happening at St. John’s, CLICK HERE
Napa State Hospital Donation UPDATE
Napa State has changed their donation request list. Please note the following…
Needed:
- calendars
- greeting cards-no glitter
- fabric
- construction paper
- crayons
- water color paints
NO LONGER ACCEPTED:
Magazines and yarn
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
Right Now Media Recommendation
GOD’S COMFORT Joni Eareckson Tada
https://www.rightnowmedia.org/Content/Series/515
What help does God offer when you are discouraged, depressed, or fear the future?
In this episode you’ll hear from two gifted individuals uniquely suited to discuss how God can help us through pain, suffering, and discouragement- Joni Eareckson Tada and Dr. Michael Easley.
Dr. Ankerberg talks with Joni and Michael about three neglected issues facing those who suffer. First, “How do you go on when all of the props are knocked out and there is nothing but you, God, and pain?” Second, “Does the Bible teach that it is God’s will to heal all those who truly come to him in faith? Is it always a given that He will say yes to our requests for healing?” Third, “How do you keep from going back into depression when you experience setbacks? How do you conquer the fear of what lies ahead when your strength is failing? And what promises does God make to us of eternity with Christ and a new body free from pain?” These and many more questions are discussed with honesty and biblical hope for all those facing the uncertainties of life now and in the future.
If you haven’t already signed up for Right Now Media, CLICK HERE.
Support SJLS through Scrip! Easiest Fundraiser Ever!!
Click here to watch a video on how easy Scrip is using the RaiseRight app. Remember there are always cards you can purchase in the school office especially our local vendors, Foodshed, Hop Creek and Tarla Bar and Grill, but using the RaiseRight app is so convenient for all of your everyday purchases.
Ongoing News and Information
Donate to SJLC through Amazon…
Live-stream and in-person worship begin at 9:30 AM. Please CLICK HERE to download the handout, and to link to the live-stream itself.
We will be streaming on our Facebook Page as well: CLICK HERE
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