THANKS FOR GRACE…

New Worship Streaming System
Thanks be to God for the new system which allows us to provide online worship for members and friends. Thanks to all those who worked so hard to oversee this project, to help install this system, and to run the system week after week. This system is dedicated to the glory of God and in thanks to Fred & Dorothy Zinser who gave the Zinser fund for New Ministry which made this possible.

OPPORTUNITIES TO SERVE…

Acts of Love Collections
This Lent we are collecting items for agencies which support our neighbors in need. Place items on the cabinets in the front hall.

Collecting for TODAY:
Grocery store gift cards for the St. Francis Center to use to purchase meat – any amount from any local grocery store
Collecting for March 22:
Underwear for The Dwelling, men’s boxers & boxer briefs, especially L & XL – women’s sports bras, especially L & XL

Easter Egg Candy
NEEDED by TODAY
Donations of small, individually wrapped, NON-chocolate candy is needed for the annual Easter egg hunt on Saturday, March 28.

Donate a Lily for Easter
To give a lily to adorn the sanctuary on Easter in memory or honor of a loved one, fill out a special envelope found in the narthex, contact the church office, or use the online giving link on the church website. Each lily costs $18. Dedications will be listed in the Easter Sunday bulletin.

OPPORTUNITIES TO GROW…

Wednesday Nights Together in Lent
March 18 and 25
Soup Supper, 6 pm
Reflection & Prayer, 6:30-7 pm
All are invited to share a simple meal of soup and bread. If you would be willing to make soup or provide bread, please indicate that on the sign in sheet or contact the church office.
Lenten Program: Foundations for My Faith – Pastor Shannon will lead a Bible study focused on scripture passages that are impactful to his understanding of scripture. Deacon Katie will lead story time for children.

Lunch and Fellowship
Wednesday, March 18, 11:30 am
Plantation Café Bluffton,
20 Discovery Dr Unit 100

Young Adults
Friday, March 20, 7ish pm
Campfire at St John’s Picnic Shelter
Hot-dogs and smores to roast will be provided- bring your favorite beverage, plus something to share if you like.

CAPA Service Event
Sunday, March 29, 6:30 pm
Dinner and Stealth Egg Hunt
All young adult members and friends are invited to host youth from CAPA for dinner and an after-dark egg hunt. At 6:30 we hide eggs and organize dinner and crafts before the youth arrive at 7.
Contact Pastor Shannon or Kristen Ferguson to volunteer to provide part of dinner.

Congregation Craft Day
Tuesday, March 24, 1 pm
All members of any age are invited to make spring rag wreaths in the Mission Building. Materials and snacks provided. Bring friends!

Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, March 28, 1:30 pm
All children are invited! Egg hunting, story time, crafts, and refreshments. Every child will be given an Easter story book to take home. Invitation cards are in the narthex for members to share with friends and neighbors.

Congregation Meeting and Meal
Sunday, March 29, 11:30 am
We meet to receive the annual report and any other congregation business. A Zoom link will be emailed to the congregation for those who need to attend online.
Everyone is invited to stay for a potluck lunch following the meeting. If you did not bring a dish, plan to eat anyway!

Chamber Singers Concert
TODAY, March 15, 4 pm
All are invited for a concert, under the direction of Charlie Frost.

Holy Week and Easter Schedule
Details are in the newsletter,
available at www.StJohnsBeaufort.org

Palm/Passion Sunday – March 29

Prayer Labyrinth – Note different times:
+ Monday, March 30, 9 am-5 pm
+ Tuesday, March 31, 9 am-5 pm
+ Wednesday, April 1, 9 am-7 pm

Maundy Thursday – April 2, 7 pm

Good Friday – April 3, 7 pm

Vigil of Easter – Saturday, April 4, 8 pm

Easter Sunday Worship – April 5,
+ 8:15 in-person and livestreamed
+9:30-10:15 Breakfast
+ 10:30 am in-person

THIS WEEK’S CALENDAR
Today March 15
St Francis Trailer
8:15 am Worship
9:30 am Adult Sunday School
10:30 am Worship
4:00 pm Chamber Singers Concert
5:00 pm Youth Nights

Monday
6:00 pm Lions Club
6:00 pm AA – Men’s Group

Tuesday
7:00 pm Lowcountry Chorale Rehearsal

Wednesday
11:30 am Lunch and Fellowship
6:00 pm Lenten Supper and Service

Thursday
7:00 pm Finance Team Meeting
7:00 pm Bft. Youth Orchestra Rehearsal

Friday
7:00 pm Young Adults

Saturday
9:00 am Lutheran Men in Mission
9:30 am AA-Into Action Meeting
5:00 pm AA Speaker’s Meeting

Next Sunday March 22
8:15 am Worship
9:30 am Adult Sunday School
10:30 am Worship
11:30 am Table & Congregation Council Meetings

THANKS FOR GRACE…

Roll of Saints – add names today!
All Saints Sunday, November 3

On All Saints Sunday, we remember those who have gone before us to join the hosts of heaven. Please add names of any friends or loved ones who have died in the past year whom you would like to have named in prayer to the list in the narthex.

Annual Appeal: Now It’s Our Turn!
Statements of Intent Needed ASAP

Thanks be to God for all who have responded to the appeal by turning in Statement of Intent 2025 cards. We deeply appreciate your faithfulness and generosity.
The Congregation Council will meet to work on a Plan for Mission 2025 this Wednesday. The more intentions that are shared the more certainty we can have in our planning.
If you have not submitted a statement, we encourage you to do so, using either the paper form or use the online form. The online form is found on the website at: www.SJBft.org/Intent2025

Anne Marcengill – Thank You Luncheon
Thursday, November 14 – noon
Location to be announced

Thanks be to God for Anne’s faithful service as Administrative Assistant and continuing service as Bookkeeper. To thank Anne for her wonderful time in our office, all are invited to:
attend lunch – sign up by emailing info@stjohnsbeaufort.org – a local restaurant will be announced – each person pays their own way – deadline to sign up, Monday, November 4
bring a card to be delivered at lunch
make a donation for a thank you gift – put “Love Fund Anne” on check or envelope – use “Love Fund” and type “Anne” online.

Hurricane Helene Relief

Thanks be to God for your generous gifts to the congregation disaster relief fund. As of the printing, about $6500 has been deposited. Over $5000 has already been distributed to help those in need. Thanks be to God for those who have also made gifts directly to aid organizations.
The blankets, sleeping bags, flashlights, hand warmers, and water members collected were delivered to Skyland United Methodist Church, near Lutheridge. Donated canned food was taken to Asheville-Buncombe Community Christian Ministry (ABCCM). Together with other SC Lutheran congregations, many car and truck loads were collected and shared with those in the areas affected by Hurricane Helene.

OPPORTUNITIES TO SERVE…

Lutheran World Relief Quilters
Monday, October 28, 10 am

We meet in the Mission Building to make quilts for Lutheran World Relief (LWR). We are always looking for sewers who can help assemble quilt tops and those who like to tie quilts. All are welcome. No sewing experience needed. Bring a bag lunch.

Young Adults CAPA Service Project
Today, Sunday October 27, 6:30-8:30

All young adults are invited to serve dinner and carve pumpkins with youth at CAPA. Please contact Pastor Shannon or Kristen Ferguson to volunteer. Families are welcome to bring elementary aged children (and younger).

OPPORTUNITIES TO GROW…

Reconciling in Christ Presentations 2 & 3
Today & next Sunday – 9:15 AND 11:30 am,
following both services

All are invited into conversation about this possible next step in deepening our commitment to welcoming and valuing all people. This week’s focus an overview of how our tradition reads scripture.

Interested in becoming a member of the St. John’s congregation?
Reception of Members
Sundays – November 3 & 10

All who consider St. John’s their church home who have not yet become members are invited to consider doing so! Pastor Shannon will be making contacts with visitors. Sometimes the office contact info is not always complete, so please contact him if you do not hear from him. Call 843 592 3444 or email him at pastorshannon@stjohnsbeaufort.org.

USCB OLLI Community Band
TODAY – Sunday, October 27, 4 pm

All are welcome. The band presents A Fall Festival of Sound at St. John’s. Admission is free.

Lowcountry Wind Symphony
Sunday, November 3, 4 pm

All are welcome. The concert band presents Saluting America’s Veterans IX at St. John’s. Admission is free. Donations greatly appreciated.

NOTE: CHANGED SCHEDULE
Reading Group – UnClobber
Session Two: THIS Tuesday, October 29
Noon & 6 pm Bring a bag lunch/supper
Meeting in the Choir Room

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.

THIS WEEK’S CALENDAR

Office Closed – Thursday, October 31
Reformation Holiday

Today October 27
8:15 am Worship
9:15 am RIC Presentation #2
9:30 am Adult Sunday School
9:30 am Choir Rehearsal
10:30 am Worship
11:30 am RIC Presentation #2
2:00 pm Harbormasters
4:00 pm USCB Community Band Concert
6:00 pm Chamber Singers Rehearsal
6:30 pm Young Adults-CAPA Event

Monday
6:00 pm AA – Men’s Group

Tuesday
12:00 pm UnClobber Reading Group
6:00 pm UnClobber Reading Group
7:00 pm Lowcountry Chorale Rehearsal

Wednesday
7:00 pm Congregation Council

Thursday
Office Closed
6:30 pm Beaufort Youth Orchestra

Next Sunday – Nov 3 – All Saints Sunday
8:15 am Worship
9:30 am Adult Sunday School
9:15 am RIC Presentation #3
9:30 am Choir Rehearsal
10:30 am Worship
2:00 pm Harbormasters Rehearsal
4:00 pm Lowcountry Wind Symphony Concert
5:00 pm Youth Group
6:00 pm Chamber Singers Rehearsal

THANKS FOR GRACE…

Annual Appeal: Now It’s Our Turn!

Thanks be to God for all who have responded to the appeal by turning in Statement of Intent 2025 cards. We deeply appreciate your faithfulness and generosity.
If you have not submitted a statement, we encourage you to do so, using either the paper form or use the online form. The online form is found on the website at: www.SJBft.org/Intent2025

Hurricane Helene Relief

Thanks be to God for your generous gifts to the congregation disaster relief fund. As of the printing, about $6000 has been deposited. Over $5000 has already been distributed to help those in need:
$2000 – purchase of chain saws and accessories for Lutheridge ($2000)
$2500 – funds for heating (fuel oil/propane/heaters) these organizations in NC: RAM’s Rack Ministry, Newland; Beloved Asheville; WAMY Community Action, Boone.
$500 – Manna Foodbank, Asheville
$500 – medicine for those having lost homes or income, Premier Pharmacy, Newland

Annual Leaders Convocation
Monday-Wednesday

Pastor Shannon and Deacon Katie will be gathering with Bishop Aebischer and other SC Synod leaders at Lutheridge. This year the annual gathering of the ministerium will, in addition to worship, learning and fellowship, also include service to the camp and community, which was so dramatically impacted by the hurricane. Keep them in prayer for safe travel. Thank you for collecting the requested items for those in need.

Roll of Saints-add names today!
All Saints Sunday, November 3

On All Saints Sunday, we remember those who have gone before us to join the hosts of heaven. Please add names of any friends or loved ones who have died in the past year whom you would like to have named in prayer to the list in the narthex.

OPPORTUNITIES TO SERVE…

Lutheran World Relief Quilters
Monday, October 28, 10 am

We meet in the Mission Building to make quilts for Lutheran World Relief (LWR). We are always looking for sewers who can help assemble quilt tops and those who like to tie quilts. All are welcome. No sewing experience needed. Bring a bag lunch.

OPPORTUNITIES TO GROW…

Interested in becoming a member of the St. John’s congregation?
Reception of Members
Sundays – October 27, November 3 & 10

All who consider St. John’s their church home who have not yet become members are invited to consider doing so! Pastor Shannon will be making contacts with visitors. Sometimes the office contact info is not always complete, so please contact him if you do not hear from him. Call 843 592 3444 or email him at pastorshannon@stjohnsbeaufort.org.

Wednesday Nights Together
Wednesday, October 23
Supper 6 pm – Program 6:30 pm

All are invited for dinner and devotions.
Dinner: Baked Spaghetti, Salad, Garlic Bread.
Program: Bible Study/Devotions for adults and kids will be led by Deacon Katie.

NOTE: CHANGED SCHEDULE
Reading Group – UnClobber
Session Two: Tuesday, October 29
Noon & 6 pm Bring a bag lunch/supper
Meeting in the Choir Room

Due to the impending arrival of a grandbaby next week, Pastor Shannon needs to push the reading group back a few days. Note the new day is Tuesday.
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.

Lowcountry Wind Symphony
Sunday, November 3, 4 pm

All are welcome. The concert band presents Saluting America’s Veterans IX at St. John’s. Admission is free. Donations greatly appreciated.

Harold’s Country Club Outing
Saturday, October 26
arrive at Harold’s by 6:15 pm

All are invited for steak night (or chicken) at Harold’s. Sign up and prepayment is required. The price is $25. Sign up by filling out a slip in church or calling the church office. Payment should be given to Pat Harvey-Palmer. Make checks payable to Harold’s Country Club. Contact Pat Harvey-Palmer for questions or to discuss car-pooling.

THIS WEEK’S CALENDAR

Office Closed
Thursday, October 31
Reformation Holiday

Today October 20
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
6:00 pm Chamber Singers Rehearsal

Monday
6:00 pm AA – Men’s Group
6:00 pm Lions Club

Tuesday
7:00 pm Low Country Chorale Rehearsal

Wednesday
6:00 pm WNT Supper
6:30 pm WNT Program

Thursday
Office Closed
6:30 pm Beaufort Youth Orchestra

Saturday
6:00 pm AA Speakers Meeting
6:15 pm Harold’s Country Club

Next Sunday October 27
Reformation Sunday
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
6:30 pm Young Adults-CAPA Event

THANKS FOR GRACE…

Annual Appeal: Now It’s Our Turn!
Commitment Sunday for 2025
and Oktoberfest Picnic
TODAY – October 13

Thanks be to God for St. John’s many generous and faithful supporters! Our annual stewardship appeal helps us to prepare a Plan for Mission for the coming year – we encourage all who are regular supporters of St. John’s, members and friends, to turn in a Statement of Intent 2025 to help in looking ahead!

Helping Hands

Thanks be to God for Denny Burnette, Benny Hom, Josh Lundgaard, and Pastor Shannon, who cut and cleared two trees that Hurricane Helene took down.

OPPORTUNITIES TO SERVE…

St. Francis Food Trailer
TODAY, October 13

The St. Francis Center Food Pantry trailer is at St. John’s the 2nd Sunday of each month. We encourage you to pick up a few extra groceries every time you shop.

Martha’s Animals
Monday, October 14, 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 bag lunch.

OPPORTUNITIES TO GROW…

Interested in becoming a member of the St. John’s congregation?
Reception of Members
Sundays – October 27, November 3 & 10

All who consider St. John’s their church home who have not yet become members are invited to consider doing so! Pastor Shannon will be making contacts with visitors. Sometimes the office contact info is not always complete, so please contact him if you do not hear from him. Call 843 592 3444 or email him at pastorshannon@stjohnsbeaufort.org

Lutheran Men in Mission
Saturday, October 19, 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.

Family Halloween Party
Saturday, October 19, 6:30 pm
St. John’s Sanctuary

All are invited for fun and fellowship. Wear a costume! Pizza and snacks will be served. We will also make popcorn balls, have a costume contest, and end with a Halloween kid-friendly movie.

Wednesday Nights Together
Wednesday, October 23
Supper 6 pm – Program 6:30 pm

All are invited for dinner and devotions. Dinner: Baked Spaghetti, Salad and Garlic Bread.
Program: Bible Study/Devotions for adults and kids will be led by Deacon Katie.

NOTE: CHANGED SCHEDULE
Reading Group – UnClobber
Session Two: Tuesday, October 29
Noon & 6 pm Bring a bag lunch/supper
Meeting in the Choir Room

Due to the impending arrival of a grandbaby next week, Pastor Shannon needs to push the reading group back a few days. Note the new day is Tuesday.
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.

Harold’s Country Club Outing
Saturday, October 26
arrive at Harold’s by 6:15 pm

All are invited for steak night (or chicken) at Harold’s. Sign up and prepayment is required. The price is $25. Sign up by filling out a slip in church or calling the church office. Payment should be given to Pat HarveyPalmer. Make checks payable to Harold’s Country Club. Contact Pat Harvey-Palmer for questions or to discuss car-pooling.
Trip to Montgomery-Selma
November 7-9
LAST CHANCE TO SIGN UP –
THIS WEEK!
Nearly 40 from St. John’s and other local congregations are joining this trip. Contact Pastor Shannon immediately if you are still considering the possibility.
www.SJBft.org/MontSelma

THIS WEEK’S CALENDAR

Today October 13
St. Francis Trailer
Commitment Sunday
8:15 am Worship
9:30 am Adult Sunday School
9:30 am Choir Rehearsal
10:30 am Worship
11:45 am Oktoberfest
2:00 pm Harbormasters
6:00 pm Chamber Singers Rehearsal

Monday
10:00 am Martha’s Animals
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

Saturday
9:00 am Lutheran Men in Mission
6:30 pm Halloween Party

Next Sunday October 20
8:15 am Worship
9:30 am Adult Sunday School
9:30 am Choir Rehearsal
10:30 am Worship
2:00 pm Harbormasters Rehearsal
5 :00 pm Youth Group
6:00 pm Chamber Singers Rehearsal

THANKS FOR GRACE…

Annual Appeal: Now It’s Our Turn!
Commitment Sunday for 2025
and Oktoberfest Picnic
NEXT Sunday – October 13

The annual stewardship appeal helps us to prepare a Plan for Mission for the coming year! If you are not receiving mailings and/or emails from St. John’s, please share your contact info by making a note in the Fellowship Book or contact the Church Office.
All are asked to fill out an Oktoberfest sign-up sheet in worship today.

OPPORTUNITIES TO SERVE…

Crocheters & Knitters
Monday, October 7, 10 am

Everyone of any skill level is invited! We have yarn and needles and will be happy to teach anyone these crafts. Contact Jane Pfarner with questions at jcpfarner@aol.com. Bring a bag lunch.

St. Francis Food Trailer
NEXT SUNDAY, October 13

The St. Francis Center Food Pantry trailer is at St. John’s the 2nd Sunday of each month. We encourage you to pick up a few extra groceries every time you shop.

OPPORTUNITIES TO GROW…

St. John’s Lutheran Women
Tuesday, October 8, 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
Wednesday, October 9
Supper 6 pm – Program 6:30 pm

Dinner: Baked Chicken & Rice, Green Beans, Roasted Carrots, and Bread.
Program: Bible Study/Devotions with Pastor Shannon for adults and Story Time with Deacon Katie for children.
All are invited for dinner and a short program. Registration is not required, but it is helpful for planning the meal. If you know you are coming, please register when you sign in using the fellowship book or email info@stjohnsbeaufort.org. Please join us !

Family Time at St. John’s Playground
Saturday, October 12, 9 am

All are invited to bring children and grandchildren to St. John’s playground to play, laugh, have fun, and build relationships.

Reading Group – UnClobber
Session 2: Thursday, October 24
Noon & 6 pm Bring a bag lunch/supper
Meeting in the Choir Room

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.
Note: If you are interested in a make-up session for UnClobber Session 1 which was disrupted by the impending storm, contact Pastor Shannon or the church office to be added to the list.

THIS WEEK’S CALENDAR

Today October 6
8:15 am Worship
9:30 am Adult Sunday School
9:30 am Choir Rehearsal
10:30 am Worship
1:30 pm FABB Training
2:00 pm Harbormasters
5:00 pm Youth Group
6:00 pm Chamber Singers Rehearsal

Monday
10:00 am Crocheters & Knitters
6:00 pm AA – Men’s Group
6:00 pm Lions Club

Tuesday
10:00 am Quilts of Valor
7:00 pm Lutheran Women
7:00 pm Low Country Chorale Rehearsal

Wednesday
10:00 am Staff Meeting
6:00 pm WNT Supper
6:30 pm WNT Program

Thursday
6:30 pm Beaufort Youth Orchestra

Saturday
9:00 am Family Time

Next Sunday October 13
St. Francis Trailer
Commitment Sunday
8:15 am Worship
9:30 am Adult Sunday School
9:30 am Choir Rehearsal
10:30 am Worship
11:45 am Oktoberfest
2:00 pm Harbormasters Rehearsal
5 :00 pm Youth Group
6:00 pm Chamber Singers Rehearsal

THANKS FOR GRACE…

Annual Appeal: Now It’s Our Turn!
Commitment Sunday for 2025
and Oktoberfest Picnic – October 13

The annual stewardship appeal helps us to prepare a Plan for Mission for the coming year! If you are not receiving mailings and/or emails from St. John’s, please share your contact info by making a note in the Fellowship Book or contact the Church Office.
All are asked to fill out an Oktoberfest sign-up sheet in worship today. A copy will also be emailed this week.

ELCA Missionary Kaitlynne Larson
Visiting St. John’s Today

Thanks be to God for Kaitlynne Larson who serves in the ELCA Global Mission team as a community organizer and educator in Colombia, South America. This year our Plan for Mission 2024 funds designated for missionary support go to help fund Kaitlynne’s work.

St. John’s Administrative Assistant Anne Marcengill

Thanks be to God for Anne! She has served faithfully in our office three years. In mid-October, she will be transitioning to a position at Carteret United Methodist Church, her home congregation. We are thankful that she will continue to serve as St. John’s bookkeeper at this time.
The Admin Assistant position will be posted soon. If you know of anyone who would be interested in applying, please refer them to the church office.

OPPORTUNITIES TO SERVE…

Crocheters & Knitters
Monday, October 7, 10 am

Everyone of any skill level is invited! We have yarn and needles and will be happy to teach anyone these crafts. Contact Jane Pfarner with questions at jcpfarner@aol.com. Bring a bag lunch.

OPPORTUNITIES TO GROW…

Reconciling in Christ Presentation 1
TODAY – 9:15 AND 11:30 am,
following both services

All are invited into conversation about this possible next step in deepening our commitment to welcoming and valuing all people.

Wednesday Nights Together
Wednesday, October 9
Supper 6 pm – Program 6:30 pm

Dinner: Baked Chicken & Rice, Green Beans, Roasted Carrots, and Bread.
Program: Bible Study/Devotions with Pastor Shannon for adults and Story Time with Deacon Katie for children.
All are invited for dinner and a short program. Registration is not required, but it is helpful for planning the meal. If you know you are coming, please register when you sign in using the fellowship book or email info@stjohnsbeaufort.org. Please join us !

Reading Group – UnClobber
Thursday, October 24, Noon & 6 pm Bring a bag lunch/supper
Meeting in the Choir Room

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.

THIS WEEK’S CALENDAR

Today September 29
8:15 am Worship
9:15 am Reconciling In Christ
9:30 am Adult Sunday School
9:30 am Choir Rehearsal
10:30 am Worship
11:30 am Reconciling In Christ
2:00 pm Harbormasters
6:00 pm Chamber Singers Rehearsal

Monday
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

Saturday

Next Sunday October 6
8:15 am Worship
9:30 am Adult Sunday School
9:30 am Choir Rehearsal
10:30 am Worship
2:00 pm Harbormasters Rehearsal
5 :00 pm Youth Group
6:00 pm Chamber Singers Rehearsal

THANKS FOR GRACE…

Annual Appeal: Now It’s Our Turn!

Thanks be to God for the way the people of St. John’s respond with joy and love to the faithfulness of God! For the next few weeks we are all asked to reflect on our intentions for sharing from our gifts in 2025. Be on the lookout for a letter, flyers, and videos that will be shared online, by email, and in person!

Time Away

Pastor Shannon wants to thank the congregation for time to be away before the busyness of the fall appeal, Advent, and Christmas begins. It’s unusal for him to take two vacation Sundays and a continuing education Sunday so close together, so he wanted to thank you!

OPPORTUNITIES TO SERVE…

Lutheran World Relief Quilters
Monday, September 23, 10 am

We meet in the Mission Building to make quilts for Lutheran World Relief (LWR). This Monday we will be sewing tops from the assembled kits. We will tie at the September gathering. We are always looking for sewers who can help assemble quilt tops and those who like to tie quilts. All are welcome. No sewing experience needed. Bring a bag lunch.

OPPORTUNITIES TO GROW…

Wednesday Nights Together
Wednesday, September 25
Supper 6 pm – Program 6:30 pm

Dinner: Lasagna Roll-ups, Salad, & Bread
Program: Bible Study/Devotions with Pastor Shannon for adults and Story Time with Deacon Katie for children.
All are invited for dinner and a short program. Registration is not required, but it is helpful for planning the meal. If you know you are coming, please register when you sign in using the fellowship book or email info@stjohnsbeaufort.org. Please join us !

Reading Group – UnClobber
Thursday, September 26, Noon & 6 pm Thursday, October 24, Noon & 6 pm Bring a bag lunch/supper
Meeting in the Choir Room

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 22
8:15 am Worship
9:30 am Adult Sunday School
9:30 am Choir Rehearsal
10:30 am Worship
2:00 pm Harbormasters
6 :00 pm Chamber Singers Rehearsal

Monday
10:00 am LWR Quilters
6:00 pm AA – Men’s Group

Tuesday
7:00 pm Low Country Chorale Rehearsal

Wednesday
10:00 am Staff Meeting
6:00 pm WNT Supper
6:30 pm WNT Program

Thursday
12:00 pm UnClobber Reading Group
6:00 pm UnClobber Reading Group
6:30 pm Beaufort Youth Orchestra

Saturday

Next Sunday September 29
8:15 am Worship
9:15 am Reconciling In Christ
9:30 am Adult Sunday School
9:30 am Choir Rehearsal
10:30 am Worship
11:30 pm Reconciling In Christ
2:00 pm Harbormasters Rehearsal
5:00 pm Youth Group
6:00 pm Chamber Singers Rehearsal

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

THANKS FOR GRACE…

Welcome Pastor Bonnie Mefferd

Thanks be to God for Pastor Mefferd who is leading our worship and proclaiming the Good News of God’s love today.

OPPORTUNITIES TO SERVE…

St. Francis Food Trailer
TODAY, September 8

The St. Francis Center Food Pantry trailer is at St. John’s the 2nd Sunday of each month. We encourage you to pick up a few extra groceries every time you shop.

Acolyte Training
TODAY, September 8, 9:30 am

Any youth third grade and up who are willing to serve are invited!

Monday Sewing & Martha’s Animals
Monday, September 9, 10 am-1 pm

All are welcome to stuff small animals for children who are hospitalized. No sewing skills needed. Meet in the Mission Building. Bring a bag lunch.

OPPORTUNITIES TO GROW…

St. John’s Lutheran Women
Tuesday, September 10, 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
Wednesday, September 11
Supper 6 pm – Program 6:30 pm

Dinner: Pulled Pork
Program: Bible Study/Devotions with Pastor Shannon for adults and Story Time with Deacon Katie for children.

All are invited for dinner and a short program. Registration is not required, but it is helpful for planning the meal. If you know you are coming, please register when you sign in using the fellowship book or email info@stjohnsbeaufort.org. Please join us !

Young Adults – Outdoor
Movie Night at the Willoughbys’
125 Palmetto Breeze Circle
THIS Friday, September 13, 7ish

All young adults are invited, members and friends! Bring an appetizer or a dessert to share, if you like. (If you can’t, come anyway.) Invite friends!

Family Time at St. John’s Playground
Saturday, September 14, 10 am

NOTE schedule change! All are invited to bring children or grandchildren to St. John’s playground to play, laugh, have fun, and build relationships with one another. Snacks will be provided.

Rubbish Rustlers
Saturday, September 14, 8:30 am

Rubbish Rustlers is a St. John’s ministry that has been picking up litter for over 20 years along Lady’s Island Drive as part of the SC Adopt A Highway program. We pickup along Lady’s Island Drive from Ru Du Bois to the Beaufort River Bridge every other month.
We need 8 or more volunteers each time. Families, couples, and friends are welcome. Children under 12 should not participate due to the high traffic volume on Lady’s Island Drive.
Perry Dukes will meet the volunteers at the church office to assign segments and hand out trash bags, safety vests, and picker-uppers.

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.

CHURCH OFFICE HOURS
Monday through Thursday – 9 am-2 pm
Friday – Closed

Trip to Montgomery-Selma
November 7-9
Register now to reserve a spot!
The bus is just over half full!
We will soon be opening spots to a wider audience – reserve a spot now.

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 8
8:15 am Worship
9:30 am Adult Sunday School
9:30 am Acolyte Training
10:30 am Worship
2 pm Harbormasters

Monday
10 am Martha’s Animals/Sewing
6 pm AA – Men’s Group

Tuesday
10 am Quilts of Valor
7 pm Low Country Chorale
7 pm Lutheran Women

Wednesday
10 am Staff Meeting
6 pm Wednesday Nights Together

Thursday
6:30 pm Beaufort Youth Orchestra

Friday
7 pm Young Adults

Saturday
8:30 am Rubbish Rustlers
10 am LCC Team Building
10 am Family Time at Playground

Next Sunday September 22
8:15 am Worship
9:30 am Adult Sunday School
9:30 am Choir Rehearsal
10:30 am Worship
2 pm Harbormasters Rehearsal
5 pm Youth Night
6 pm Chamber Singers

THANKS FOR GRACE…

“Show Up” For One Another

Thanks be to God for all who “show up” for one another. We can all “show up” in different ways; making a casserole, sending a card, making a phone call, or walking across the sanctuary to share the peace. Thanks be to God for the many ways of Sharing God’s Grace, Serving Through Love that you do.

Welcome Visitors

If you are a visitor to St. John’s this morning, welcome! Please let us know who you are by signing the fellowship book found on each row of chairs.
In the Narthex, we have a St. John’s coffee mug with information about us that we would love for you to take home. Thanks for worshipping with us today!

OPPORTUNITIES TO SERVE…

St. Francis Food Trailer
NEXT SUNDAY, September 8

The St. Francis Center Food Pantry trailer is at St. John’s the 2nd Sunday of each month. We encourage you to pick up a few extra groceries every time you shop.

Library Vision Survey

A Library Team has been put together to create a vision for the future of the St. John’s library. We need your help! If you have not already filled out a survey, please fill out a copy that is in the fellowship book.

OPPORTUNITIES TO GROW…

St. John’s Game Night
Friday, September 6, 6:30-8:30 pm

Members of all ages are invited for game night fun and fellowship – youth, families, adults – everyone! We will have party games and board games. You can also bring games. Bring a snack or dessert to share if you like. The schedule is flexible – if you can’t be there at 6:30 or can’t stay until 8:30, that’s okay! Invite friends! (If you don’t drive after dark and want a ride, contact Deacon Katie)

Family Time at St. John’s Playground
Saturday, September 14, 10 am

Note day and time change! All are invited to bring children and grandchildren to St. John’s playground to play, laugh, have fun, and build relationships. Snacks will be provided.

Trip to Montgomery-Selma
November 7-9
Register now to reserve a spot!

The bus is just over half full!
We will soon be opening spots to a wider audience – reserve a spot now.
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

Receiving Church Emails?

If you are not receiving weekly church emails with prayer updates and event reminders and would like to, email the church, info@stjohnsbeaufort.org. Typically 1 – 2 emails per week are sent. You can also make this request by checking the appropriate box to the right of your name in the fellowship book.

THIS WEEK’S CALENDAR

Today September 1
8:15 am Worship
9:30 am Adult Sunday School
10:30 am Worship

Monday Office Closed
10:00 am Crocheters & Knitters
6:00 pm AA – Men’s Group
6:00 pm Lions

Wednesday
10:00 am Staff Meeting

Thursday
6:30 pm Beaufort Youth Orchestra Rehearsal

Friday
6:30 pm Game Night

Next Sunday September 8
St Francis Trailer
8:15 am Worship
9:30 am Adult Sunday School
9:30 am Choir Rehearsal
10:30 am Worship
2:00 pm Harbormasters Rehearsal

CHURCH OFFICE HOURS

Office Closed Monday, September 2
Monday through Thursday
9 am-2 pm
Friday – Closed