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Worship will be at 10 am in the Sanctuary
St. John’s UCC Communion Dates for 2018
Rev. Caroline Saxton [email protected]
Loretta Zimmerman [email protected]
Gary & Gloria Crum [email protected]
Tim Long [email protected]
Roxanne Davenport [email protected]
Brittany Hoke [email protected]
Webmaster [email protected]
Spirit [email protected]
EMAIL ADDRESSES
St. John’s United Church of Christ 1811 Lincoln Way East Chambersburg, PA 17202
Phone: 717-263-8593 Fax: 717-263-9010 Web site: www.sjucc1811.org
Office Hours: Mon.— Fri. from 9 AM — 12PM - 1 PM—3 PM
Sunday, June 10, 2018
Sunday, July 8, 2018
Sunday, August 5, 2018
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A publication of St. John’s United Church of Christ
Volume 71 No. 6 June 2018
Chambersburg, PA
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From Pastor Caroline:
We have entered the liturgical season of “Ordinary Time” but our days and weeks
together thus far and as we look ahead have been anything but “ordinary.” We
have celebrated the Ascension and Pentecost. We have gathered together for
joyous celebrations, sharing food and fellowship and friendship. We pray together,
we worship together, we serve together. We think about where we’ve been and
where we’re heading. We are being and becoming the church.
The summer months allow us to slow down a little, to breathe and evaluate and
plan. St. John’s is still busy, but it is a different kind of activity. Preparations for
Vacation Bible School are in full swing. The season at St. John’s Camp is soon to
start. We begin reorganizing our ministry teams and following our passions. Signs
of life are all around us!
Our lives are busy. Our lives are hectic. But we need God. We need time and
space to connect with the holy. How do you find rest? What feeds your spirit and
soul? Where do you feel God? No matter where life finds you this summer, I
encourage you to make time for rest, rejuvenation, and renewal. Carve out time
for people and activities that bring you joy.
And all the while, keep talking to God. God is still speaking. God is still listening.
Peace,
Pastor Caroline
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CONSISTORY 2017—2018 Trustees
Roger Mellott, Head Trustee 717-264-9443 [email protected]
Jim Moyer 717-263-5134 [email protected]
Jack Mull 717-264-4547 [email protected]
Elders
Mary Moyer, Head Elder, 717-263-5134 [email protected]
Gary Crum 717-360-9107
717-263-1260
Jerry Thomason, Office Asst. 717-263-5511 [email protected]
Connie Evans 717-264-2069 [email protected]
Harold Collier, President 717-414-6253 [email protected]
Peggy Orr 717-352-8851 [email protected]
Deacons
Cathy Kinton, Head Deacon 717-446-0759 [email protected]
Lisa Fair 717-762-1236 [email protected]
Jack Davenport 717-263-8350 [email protected]
Diana Kongkeattikul 717-263-7352 [email protected]
Ann Osterman 717-264-3076 [email protected]
Calvin Frantz, Vice President 717-264-3066 [email protected]
Pastor
The Rev Caroline Saxton 641-260-1868 [email protected]
Matthew 25:21
His master replied, 'Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put
you in charge of many things. Enter into the joy of your master!'
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Ministry Chairs 2017-2018
Called to Care—Connie Morrill-Hair
Camp—Lisa Frantz
Caring Cooks—Lisa Frantz
Children & Youth Ministry—Roxanne Davenport
Church & Ministry—Connie Kaiser
Fellowship—Sue McMurtray
Nursery School—Mary Lou Hendrickson
Outreach—Jim Boyer
Safe Church Compliance—Safe Church Compliance Steward, Bobbie
Sponseller
Safe Church Response—Safe Church Compliance Steward, Bobbie
Sponseller
Finance—Scot Orndorff
Worship/Music Ministry—Gary Crum
Library-Mary Lee Yaukey
Public Relations—Sue McMurtray
Invitational Ministry—Susan Collier
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PSALM 118 vs. 24
This is the Day the Lord has Made,
Let Us Rejoice and Be Glad in It.
These are the words that we sing each Sunday at the beginning
of our worship service. In an article by Aksel J. Smith he states that
each day is a rich and precious gift from God, with new grace and
new opportunities. Jesus says that we have only this one day, and
we must not be anxious for the day tomorrow. Even though it has
gone badly before, it can be completely new and glorious today. If
there is something that bothers our conscience from the past, we
have abundant grace and power to bring it in order today.
We must learn to number our days and live as if each day were
our last. Today could be the only day, the last day we have, to show
all goodness and love to each other. Today we are to glorify Jesus’
name in everything we say and do and let
the sun of our love rise over the evil and
the good.
The decisions we make today are
crucial for eternity! Jesus will come to
fetch those who are waiting for Him today
and are ready to meet Him. They are the
children of light and of the day.
Gloria and Gary Crum
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Nursery School News
It has been an amazing year here at St. John’s Nursery
School, filled with many blessings. I am grateful for the
opportunity to work with such a talented staff and supportive
families who share in my passion for early education.
As many of you already know I will not be returning to St.
John’s Nursery School next school year. It has truly been my
pleasure to be a part of the St. John’s Staff for the past eight
years. I have met so many wonderful and caring people who
have had such a positive impact on my journey as a director
and member of the SJUCC staff. I want to thank the Nursery
School ministry for their support and trust as we worked
together to provide the best possible preschool program in the
community. I look forward to what my future holds and I wish all
of you the best in wherever life may take you. Best of luck to
the new Director, Brittany Hoke.
Wishing all of you a fun, adventurous and safe summer!
Amy Stockslager
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Mark Reicheldefer…………………………………..June 3
Cheryl Sollenbger…………………………..……….June 3
Owen Reichelderfer……………………...……..…..June 4
Adelaide Dietrich………………………….………...June 4
Dorothy Holz……………………………….....……..June 5
Connie Strunk………………………………...……..June 5
Gary Rebok…………………………….…………....June 6
John Noel……………………………….……….…..June 7
Gary Johnson……………………….………….……June 7
Constance Reichelderfer……………………...…...June 9
Matthew Hoover…………………………………...June 10
Irene Gattiker……………………………………....June 11
Stephanie Baltozer……………………………..….June 14
John Campbell…………………………….……....June 14
*Stephanie Wheeler……………………….………June 14
Carol Yarema………………………………..….....June 16
*Lynda Thomason……………………………..….June 17
Jill Miller…………………………………..…….….June 19
Lucille Leister…………………………..………….June 20
Thomas Kinton…………………………………..June 20
Lynda Pound……………………………………..June 21
Kerry Miller…………………………………..…...June 21
Rory Sirpis………………………………….…….June 22
J Christian Snavely…………………….……….June 23
Antonio Cuesta………………………….……...June 24
Nathan Armstrong………………………….…..June 24
Kay Hughes………………………………..……June 26
The Rev. Forrest Koontz……………….………June 29
Betty Niemond…………………………………..June 29
Susan Weller……………………………..….….June 29
Marlee Rae Ridings………………………...….June 29
Christopher Patterson…………………...….....June 30
Aaron Myers……………………………….…...June 30
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Dear Church Family,
Thank you for the flowers, cards and
visit following my recent eye
surgery. Your support and caring was
so appreciated.
Blessings,
Tom Kinton
To my St. John’s Family,
Thank you for the many
prayers as I was a patient in
Chbg. Hospital. Also for the
visits & the beautiful
carnations in budvase! They
cheered me up since I was in
over Easter! I’m slowly
recovering -
Your friend in Christ,
Lori Leister
Doctors Without Borders……………………………………………………………..$508.73
Acts 20:35
“In everything I did, I showed you that by this kind of hard work we must
help the weak, remembering the words the Lord Jesus himself said: ‘It is
more blessed to give than to receive.”
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ST. JOHN’S IS HIRING!
PART TIME POSITIONS ARE CURRENTLY AVAILABLE FOR
CUSTODIAN AND OFFICE ASSISTANT.
APPLICATIONS & JOB DESCRIPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE IN THE
CHURCH OFFICE.
Positions available
Our first VBS workday
Sunday, June 10.
We'll plan to begin around 11:30 am
(following the congregational meeting),
with pizza provided at noon. Sign-up on
the youth bulletin board.
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CHURCH CAMP 2018
at St. John’s Church Camp - Ft. Loudon, PA
It’s where FAITH and FUN go hand in hand
Camp Kum Ba Yah (Grades 3-5)
July 8-14 $200
Camp Noah (Grades K-2)
July 16-20 $75
The 2018 registration form is on the church website
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July 29th
- Aug 2nd
2018
Call or See
Roxanne Davenport to help!
717 263 8350 or
717 860 3945
Gift cards or monetary donations towards the crafts and deco-
rating for VBS are greatly appreciated and may be given to the
office or Roxanne.
Make plans to loan boat paddles, oars, life preserver rings, a light or
medium blue rug (approx. 5 X 8), and outdoor seat cushions. Collection
for these items are now in the collection box/basket in Narthex. Please
remember to place your name on the items so we can return them.
Donate empty 2 liter bottles, newspapers, left over paint (grey, tan,
brown, blue and green).
Sign up to help during VBS week—Log onto our website and look for the
VBS portal.
Sign up to help during VBS week—Log onto our website and look for the
VBS portal.
Adopt a room: sign up to adopt (decorate) one room or hallway. Materials
will be provided. You commit to take on a section of the church.
Interested? Contact Diana Kongkeatitikul.
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Youth Happenings This Summer
Eastern Regional Youth Event
Love & Justice For… With… Towards… God!
California University of PA July 19-22, 2018
This is an exciting event for youth (completing 6th grade thru 12
th) from all
over the eastern region of the U.S. that only comes every 4 years!
Join Roxanne and Jack Davenport for an event you will never forget!
Information is available from the Davenports and on-line at
www.eryeucc.org
Money is available to help defray cost!!!!!
A Safety Reminder from Safe Church
and Pastor Caroline:
If you see something,
Say Something!
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St. John’s Camp News
Camp Refresh! The Outreach Ministry has planned a “mission trip” to St. John’s camp. Come
spend a few days in nature, “unplugged” and rejuvenating ourselves as well as the camp in preparing
for the camp season. Join us on June 22nd and 23th! We’ll leave St. John’s at 8 AM Friday morning
and return Saturday after the work is done. Projects will be organized by Dick Rebok and Tom
Kinton, with cooking provided by Lisa Frantz.
Questions? Contact Greg St. Clair.
Camp Open House On Saturday June 23rd, we will be having a Camp Open House at St. John's
Camp from 2-4 PM. Everyone is welcome to come check out the camp and all the beauty that sur-
rounds it! All are invited to stay for dinner. A sign-up sheet is on the bulletin board in the lobby.
Please RSVP for dinner by Thursday, June 21.
Men’s Breakfast!!!
Perkins Restaurant
Thursday, June 7th at 7am.
We will continue to meet the first
Thursday of every month. All men invited!
Salsa Lessons at St. John’s if you have ever wanted to learn the
basics and more in the Salsa, these are the lessons for you! Our
instructor José Ricardo will be teaching on Thursday July 5th, 12th, and
19th from 7 to 8 pm, with open music to practice with from 8 to 8:30
pm. The cost for all 3 lessons is $15/person. For more information,
contact Harold Collier at [email protected]
We look forward to seeing you there!
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The VBS children always make a special cross.
This year the cross will need pennies, nickels &
dimes to complete the craft.
A Donation Jar with a cross sample will be
placed in The Narthex during church, then come in-
to the office during the week. If all you have is a
dollar, a “ miracle “ can be made to turn it into
coins. Thank you so much for your support in St.
John’s VBS. Any leftover coins will be given to the
VBS mission.
Help fill
the
VBS
Jar!!
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Join us on the lawn this summer for
Family Movie nights.
8:00 pm
June 15 The LEGO
Movie
July 13 Ferdinand
August 3rd TBA
Bring your blankets
and chairs.
Snacks to share!
