Fourth Sunday after Epiphany

January 29, 2012

Welcome everyone.  We are so glad you are here!  Thank you for making St. John’s your spiritual home.  If you are a visitor, a special welcome to you.  Do telephone the Rector at 671.3226 so Fr. Simon can extend our welcome to you.

Ministers of Liturgy:  Acolytes:  Adrian Bogart & Ira Scott; Chalice Bearers: Johanna Canonica & Ira Scott; Readers: Beverly Banker, Pat Leslie & Clarence Michalis; Ushers: Michael Powers, Douglas Johnson & Patricia Leslie.  Coffee Hour:  Nancy Polk; Prayers: Johanna Canonica & Donna George.  Altar Guild: JoAnne Browne, Bernice Cariello, Lel Gimbel, Elizabeth Henderson, Barbara Podesta, and Nancy Roenfeldt.

The flowers on the altar are given in loving memory of
Mr. & Mrs. Gennaro Colella by Mr. & Mrs. Henry V. Colella.

The perpetual light is dedicated this week to William A. Leet.

Welcome to everyone and to any who are visiting
with us for the first time a special welcome.   

Today:  The Fourth Sunday after Epiphany
      7:30   Morning Prayer (Rite I) in the Chapel
8:00   Holy Eucharist, Sermon Rite I
     10:30   Holy Eucharist and Sermon (Rite II)
      11:45  Wedding Interview

A few of the many parish and pastoral happenings this week
Monday: 5pm  Nurture Group
Wednesday: 9am Continuing Ed Program Theme: A Dangerous Dozen (12 Christians who threatened the Status Quo but taught us to live like Jesus).  The saint being discussed today Archbishop Oscar Romero, followed by Eucharist  
Thursday:  11am Jones Manor Service led by the Rector  
Friday:  Bulletin Collation

Next Sunday:  The Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany
      7:30   Morning Prayer (Rite I) in the Chapel
8:00   Holy Eucharist, Sermon Rite I
     10:30   Holy Eucharist and Sermon (Rite I)

The Food Pantry is in need of replenishment to help God’s needy ones. Please leave non-perishable produce in the church porch. Thank you for making a difference in people’s lives! Simon+

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT

Like most churches we are trying to increase income for the ongoing development of God’s work here. Would those who give in the plate on a Sunday be willing to consider increasing that giving by $5? Our plate giving has been flat for some time and to be able to increase that would be a great thing to improve for the sake of God’s mission. Thank you as always for all your generosity and giving. Let us all continue to work on our financial giving in plate, pledge and in all the ways we can. Thank you so much.

February 5th 4pm  Please join other members of St John’s in the kitchen to cook for the Glen Cove Shelter.  All are welcome.  Come join the fun and help others in need. For more information, please contact Liza Picoli.

Nancy Lynch to be Honored -Parishioner Nancy Lynch founder of Pet Safe Coalition will be one of the honorees at Long Island’s Volunteer Hall of Fame 10th Annual Induction Ceremony and Reception on Sunday, February 5th 11am-3pm at Carlyle On The Green at Bethpage State Park in Farmingdale. Tickets are $55 per person, and all are welcome.  Visit longislandvolunteerhalloffame.org or call 516 564-5482.

Sunday, February 19, 2012, 4:00 p.m. at St. John's of Lattingtown A Celebration of Black History Month: Gospels, Spirituals and Hymns from the Choir of The Assembly of Prayer Baptist Church of Roslyn Heights led by Minister Washington.  Hosted by The Rector and speakers The Rector and Dr. Dukes, President of the New York Chapter of the NAACP (National Association for the Advancement of Colored People). Dr. Dukes has addressed the Italian Parliament, authored an autobiography Through it All, and won an award for outstanding President of her NAACP chapter. Suggested donation $25, at the door.

Aids Walk 2012 on May 20th.  For more information and to register aidswalk.net/newyork.  Be sure to include Team #7881 Episcopal Response to Aids in your registration.  See bulletin board in Parish Hall for more details.

AGAPE is cooking each month to stock the St. John's freezer for people in need of a home cooked meal. If such a need comes to anyone's attention, they can email me (vsfox76@gmail.com) for more info.

PARISH CARE GROUP.  Do you care about people? Do you like visiting them? Could you offer them a ride to Church? Could you go and collect a prescription for them? We are looking for dedicated people to share in the care of parishioners as part of our ongoing work together. Call the office or speak to the Rector or Janet Willis if you are interested.  Please drop off your PCC form in the back of Church

VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED FOR COFFEE HOUR!  We are looking for volunteers to host in February.  Please volunteer and sign the blue clipboard in Parish Hall.  Your help is greatly needed.  For more information, please contact Helaine Spina or Donna George.

NORTH SHORE SHELTERING PROGRAM WISH LIST:  If you would like to help, please bring any of the following items to the church: 12oz cold cups or hot cups, Instant coffee, plastic utensils, cereal, paper towels, toilet paper, napkins, powered drink mixes, hot chocolate, tea, sugar, hot sauce.

DRIVERS NEEDED TO TAKE MEMBERS TO AND FROM CHURCH.  If you are able to volunteer please contact Janet Willis at 671.3921.

St John’s Groups