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Over the last couple of months, St. James has hosted several social events that I hope you’ve been able to participate in. It’s hard to make time for everything, but some of the reasons I enjoy these activities is the opportunity to hear peoples’ stories: what are their hobbies? how did they meet their spouse? how has church been a part of their life? Whether it is a funny story or vulnerable moment, these interactions help me build stronger relationships.
I love that most of our events are intergenerational too! It’s so energizing to spend time with youth, hear their stories and see them play!
This summer we will have several chances for you to socialize outside of church – we hope to see you at one of them!
This Sunday we began our one service Sundays at 9:30. It was also the 1 year anniversary of the establishment of our R&E fund! The generosity of our church community has been amazing! As a church we have pledged $183,365 out of our $185,000 goal. Of this we have actually received $115,590!! We could not have done this without the prayers and effort of everyone. We will continue to take pledges or one-time gifts if you feel called to do so. This money is essential to keep our beloved church functioning. Thank you again.
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SUNDAY SCHOOL NEWS
Closing Ceremony
Here we are at the end of our Sunday School program for the year (and summer on the way). Please join us on Sunday, June 2nd for the closing ceremony during 9:30 a.m. worship. The classes will process behind the acolytes at the beginning of the service. All of our teachers and classes will be recognized and each student will receive a certificate of attendance.
In addition, we will present our Lenten outreach mite box donation to Mary Anne and Rick Smith, our A is for Africa ambassadors from Mt. Airy. We are all anxious to learn how many coins we collected during Lent.
We give thanks for the joy of working with your children and appreciate the dedication of our faithful teaching team:
Yvette Allen, Jessica Bahorich, Betsy Davis, Natalie DelRegno
Joan Fader, Nancy Nanavaty, Mara Snyder
WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS
Office Schedule for the week of June 2.
Monday through Thursday 10-4.
QUARTERMANIA IS IN ONE WEEK!!!!!!!!!
Please make your plans now for our Spring/Summer Quartermania event in just TWO short weeks at the church on FRIDAY, JUNE 7th; the doors will open at 6 pm with the games beginning at 7 pm. Delicious refreshments will also be available for purchase throughout the evening, including amazing desserts being sold by our Youth Group to help finance their outreach projects.
For those who may not know, Quartermania is a game that can be played by anyone from three to 93–a great family activity! Imagine a game that combines Bingo and an Auction using only quarters with lots of prizes to bid on! This will be a great night to begin your summer by gathering with your family and friends to win special items for yourself and your loved ones.
E-mail judysquartermanias@aol.com or call Judy @ 240-674-1961 to advance reserve a seat for $5 (a $3 discount!); admission fees will be collected at the door. Come join us to begin your summer with this fun and entertaining game!
Spring is here!—THINK St. James’ 13th Annual Basket Raffle & Silent Auction DONATIONS!!
Our big event will be held on both September 21st and 28th, but in the meantime, there is much to do to prepare and make this fundraiser a success.
As you begin your Spring cleaning, downsizing or even if you would like to “re-gift” holiday items you would like someone else to enjoy, please consider donating any items in good condition that may be suitable for men, women, or children of all ages. Some of our previous basket themes have been for babies, teens, teachers, pets, game/movie night, spa, jewelry, tea time, taco night, crab feast, sports memorabilia, fishing, golf, car wash/auto supplies, cooking, gardening, birding, crafts, tools, healthcare, exercise and inspirational. If you have questions about Basket items, please contact Joan Fader at 301-703-8787 or faderj1@juno.com.
Items for the Silent Auction would be those that would generate higher bids by themselves rather than as a part of a basket. Such items could include paintings, quilts, unopened perfume, fine jewelry or high-value gift certificates, and the like. If you have questions about the Silent Auction, please contact Mary Hutchins-Danna at 443-277-0505 or mhdslp@hotmail.com.
Marked BR containers will be in the narthex to receive your donations. Thank you, in advance, for your generosity!
Prayer Rotation
Please join the Daughters of the King in praying for each parishioner in rotation during 2018 by taking this notice home and by posting it where it will remind you to pray on a daily basis for the needs and blessings of:
Jason and Molly Kilmore (Connor, Reagan)
Karl and Samantha Krantz (Ryan, Ava, Olivia, Jax)
Kristin Krantz (Zachary, Jasper)
A member of the Daughters of the King will be contacting you this week for special prayer requests.
| This week’s Commemorations (A Great Cloud of Witnesses, 2019, Church Publishing Group)
June 2 Blandina and Her Companions, the Martyrs of Lyons, 177 |
| Lectionary readings for the Seventh Sunday of Easter, June 2, 2019 (Year C, RCL) Acts 16:16-34 Psalm 97 Revelation 2:12-14, 16-17, 2021 John 17:20-26 |
