The Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost – September 15, 2024
THANKS FOR GRACE…
Youth Gathering Thank You!
Thanks be to God for all the members of St. John’s who helped send five youth to the ELCA Youth Gathering in New Orleans this past July. Thanks be to God for these youth sharing their experiences with you today in worship.
Boldly Generous with our Space
Thanks be to God that St. John’s continues to live out our core value of being generous with our time, talent space, and resources. You might be surprised how much impact you make on our community through the sharing of our facilities. For example, in the next week we host four community musical ensemble rehearsals, two 12-step groups, the Lion’s Club, and a screening of a documentary featuring local high school youth who have been active to speak out against book banning in their schools.
OPPORTUNITIES TO GROW…
Youth Nights
TODAY, September 15, 5 pm
All youth in grades 6-12 are invited for dinner, Bible study, service, games, and more. We will meet in the Mission Building. Invite friends!
Luncheon at Johnson’s Creek Tavern
Thursday, September 19
11 am – meet at church
11:30 – at restaurant
All adults are invited for food, fun, and fellowship. (Each person will pay for his/her meal.) Meet at the church to carpool OR meet the group at JCT. Make a reservation by writing JCT and number attending next to your name in the fellowship book. If you need someone to pick you up from home, contact Deacon Katie or the church office.
Lutheran Men in Mission
Saturday, September 21, 9 am
All men, members and friends, are invited to gather for breakfast, fellowship, and Bible Study in the Sanctuary.
Reading Group – UnClobber
Thursday, September 26, Noon & 6 pm Thursday, October 24, Noon & 6 pm Bring a bag lunch
Pastor Shannon will be leading a reading group on UnClobber by Colby Martin. You may purchase the book yourself in paper, ebook, or audible versions. Copies are available in the narthex. You may optionally make a donation for the book of $17.50. We do not want anyone to let the cost of the book deter them from reading it.
Reconciling in Christ Presentation 1
Sunday, September 29 – 9:15 and 11:30 am
All are invited into conversation about this possible next step in deepening our commitment to welcoming and valuing all people.
Trip to Montgomery-Selma
November 7-9
Register now to reserve a spot!
St. John’s is organizing a trip to visit civil rights historical sites this fall, and inviting members of other local historically black congregations to join us. All members are invited to consider this educational opportunity. Flyers and an electronic reservation form are now available. Please reserve a space now by filling out the online form and making a $75 deposit.
www.SJBft.org/MontSelma
THIS WEEK’S CALENDAR
Today September 15
8:15 am Worship
9:30 am Adult Sunday School
9:30 am Choir Rehearsal
10:30 am Worship
2:00 pm Harbormasters
5 :00 pm Youth Group
Monday
6:00 am Lions Club
6:00 pm AA – Men’s Group
Tuesday
7:00 pm Low Country Chorale Rehearsal
Wednesday
10:00 am Staff Meeting
Thursday
6:30 pm Beaufort Youth Orchestra
7:00 pm Congregation Council
Johnson Creek Tavern Luncheon (see announcement for time details)
Saturday
9:00 am LMM
Next Sunday September 22
8:15 am Worship
9:30 am Adult Sunday School
9:30 am Choir Rehearsal
10:30 am Worship
2:00 pm Harbormasters Rehearsal
6:00 pm Chamber Singers Rehearsal
