Sixth Sunday of Easter – May 10, 2026
THANKS FOR GRACE…
Pastor Dwight Dobell
Thanks be to God for Pastor Dwight Dobell as he leads worship and proclaims the Good News of God’s Love in Jesus today. We are thankful for his words so they encourage us as we continue this journey.
Welcome Table
Thanks be to God for Doug Filter for faithfully running the Welcome Table after worship services. He ensures there are light snacks and drinks on Sunday mornings. Let him know if you’re interested to assist or provide food.
OPPORTUNITIES TO SERVE…
St. Francis Food Trailer
TODAY, May 10
The St. Francis Center Food Pantry trailer is at St. John’s the 2nd Sunday of each month. We encourage you to pick up extra groceries every time you shop for the food pantries we support.
Martha’s Animals
Monday, May 11, 10 am
All are welcome to stuff small animals for children who are hospitalized. No sewing skills needed. Meet in the Mission Building. Bring a late morning snack.
Family Promise Meals
May 19 & 22
Family Promise is a ministry which provides support for families who have lost their homes and are working to get back on track. St John’s will provide meals which are delivered to the Family Promise day center in Bluffton or the shelter in Hardeeville. If you would be willing to help by preparing a main course, two sides, a dessert, or deliver meals, please contact Perry Dukes at 843.592.1998 or at
pedukes@gmail.com.
OPPORTUNITIES TO GROW…
St. John’s Lutheran Women
Tuesday, May 12, 7 pm
All women, members and friends, are invited to this monthly gathering for fellowship and devotions in the Mission Building. Those who want to join by Zoom can find a link on the calendar on the St. John’s website.
Wednesday Nights Together (WNT)
Wednesday, May 13
Supper 6 pm – Program 6:30 pm
All are invited for dinner, ham, cheese potatoes, vegetable, and dessert followed by a short program for adults and story time with Deacon Katie for children.
Registration is not required, but it is helpful for planning the meal. If you know you are coming, please use the fellowship book to sign in or email info@stjohnsbeaufort.org. Please join us for food, fun, and fellowship!
Lunch and Learn – Book Study
I Guess I Haven’t Learned That Yet
Sundays or Thursdays at noon
May 10: covering chapters 10-20
May 14: covering chapters 21-30
Lutheran Men in Mission
Saturday, May 16, 9 am
All men in the congregation are invited to the monthly gathering of the Lutheran Men in Mission. We meet in the sanctuary for breakfast, Bible study, and fellowship.
Lunch and Fellowship
Wednesday, May 20, 11:30 am
Longhorn Steakhouse
Sign up by Thursday, May 14
All members and friends are invited to Longhorn Steakhouse (192 Robert Smalls Parkway). Please sign the fellowship book or contact Deacon Katie to let her know how many are coming. Need a ride? Contact Deacon Katie.
Instant Church Directory Mobile App
Please review your contact details in the Instant Church Directory mobile app. You can submit edits from the app’s menu or contact Jenny in the church office. You can also submit edits by writing them next to your name in the fellowship book. Jenny will also help you with any questions about the app.
Free Books – Table in the Narthex
The library has been moved to its new location and Pastor Shannon has cleaned out his bookshelves! Books have been added to the table in the narthex. Members are welcome to help themselves, and they do not need to be returned! Fiction books, in alphabetical order by author, are on the left side of the table. Non-fiction books are on the right side of the table.
THIS WEEK’S CALENDAR
Next Sunday May 10
St Francis Trailer
8:15 am Worship
9:30 am Adult Sunday School
10:30 am Worship
12:00 pm Lunch and Learn
5:00 pm Youth Nights
Monday
10:00 am Martha’s Animals
6:00 pm AA – Men’s Group
Tuesday
9:00 am Staff Meeting
10:00 am Quilts of Valor
7:00 pm Lutheran Women of St John’s
Wednesday
6:00 pm Wednesday Nights Together
7:00 pm AA Easy Does It Fishing Club
Thursday
12:00 pm Lunch and Learn
7:00 pm Finance Team Meeting
Saturday
9:00 am Lutheran Men in Mission
9:30 am AA-Into Action Meeting
5:00 pm AA Speakers Meeting
Next Sunday May 17
8:15 am Worship
9:30 am Adult Sunday School
9:30 am Choir Rehearsal
10:30 am Worship
12:00 pm Lunch and Learn
5:00 pm Youth Nights
