ADDRESS: 30382 Via Con Dios • Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
PHONE: 949.888.4595

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Childcare offered during both Sunday services; Sunday school and Godly Play at the 10am service.

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St John Chrysostom Church

2 days ago

It's Saturday, March 23, and a very good morning to you and yours. On this day in 1775, Patrick Henry proclaimed "Give me liberty or give me death", in a speech in favor of Virginia troops joining the U.S. Revolutionary war.

"Our World Connection" today looks at a new Episcopal Church offering called "The Way of Love — Practices for a Jesus-Centered Life". This is more than a program or curriculum — it's an intentional commitment to a set of practices. It's a commitment to follow Jesus: Turn, Learn, Pray, Worship, Bless, Go, Rest. It's also a perfect complement to the season of Lent. Catch the beautifully produced video and learn more! https://www.episcopalchurch.org/way-of-love

As always, see you at St. John's — tonight at 5 p.m. for Holy Eucharist, or Sunday at 8 a.m. or 10 a.m. Be sure to catch Sunday's "Lenten Stories of Gratitude" during the 9 o'clock hour in the Learning Commons. Lisa Espinoza will share her life's journey. Will you be blessed and encouraged? Absolutely. ... See MoreSee Less

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This Sunday's Faith Formation Hour series continues with Lisa Espinoza sharing her life's journey and how God transformed her, and brought her to a place of gratitude. Join us at 9 a.m. in the Learning Commons. Bring a friend. This is Christianity 101 — sharing our walk with others that they would find encouragement and strength.

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This Sundays Faith Formation Hour series continues with Lisa Espinoza sharing her lifes journey and how God transformed her, and brought her to a place of gratitude. Join us at 9 a.m. in the Learning Commons. Bring a friend. This is Christianity 101 — sharing our walk with others that they would find encouragement and strength.

See you at St. Johns!

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St John Chrysostom Church

4 days ago

Join the Choir to sing during Holy Week and Easter!

Now's your chance to use your voice in singing praise to God! The Choir has started working on music for Holy Week and Easter; if your schedule doesn't permit regular choir membership, please consider joining us for the special music of Holy Week and Easter. If you have questions, please speak to any of our Choir members or to Dan Lozier via church@stjohns-es.org.

Here's the rehearsal schedule:
• warm-up at 9 a.m. in the Music Room, then don our choir robes and head up to the Church.
• a one-hour rehearsal follows the 10 a.m. service at approximately 11:45 a.m. ... See MoreSee Less

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Love our choir!!❤️❤️

I wished I closer,sound great😊

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St John Chrysostom Church

4 days ago

Via The Episcopal News:

Deacon Dennis Gibbs, who ministers in our Diocese, is author of newly released spiritual memoir "Oblivion: Grace in Exile With a Monk Behind Bars", published this month by Cathedral Center Press. Brother Gibbs' story tells his journey through decades of poverty, addiction, homelessness and incarceration into life as a monk who steps out of the monastery daily to walk with those living in exile in jails and prisons.

Gibbs weaves his story into those of the incarcerated men and women he serves in a tale of suffering, grace and redemption. Gibbs is a founding member of the Community of Divine Love monastery in San Gabriel and a deacon of the diocese, is executive director of Prism Restorative Justice, a ministry in Los Angeles County jails and hospitals. Here's the Amazon link:
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Via The Episcopal News:

Deacon Dennis Gibbs, who ministers in our Diocese, is author of newly released spiritual memoir Oblivion: Grace in Exile With a Monk Behind Bars, published this month by Cathedral Center Press. Brother Gibbs story tells his journey through decades of poverty, addiction, homelessness and incarceration into life as a monk who steps out of the monastery daily to walk with those living in exile in jails and prisons.

Gibbs weaves his story into those of the incarcerated men and women he serves in a tale of suffering, grace and redemption. Gibbs is a founding member of the Community of Divine Love monastery in San Gabriel and a deacon of the diocese, is executive director of Prism Restorative Justice, a ministry in Los Angeles County jails and hospitals. Heres the Amazon link:
https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Oblivion%3A+Grace+in+Exile+With+a+Monk+Behind+Bars&ref=nb_sb_noss

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5 days ago

Here's your chance to help out with a terrific ministry: tomorrow, Wednesday, March 20, the RSM Cares Food Pantry will be held at Shepherd of the Hills United Methodist Church, 30605 Avenida de las Flores, between noon and 5 p.m. What will you do? Many things, including helping organize food, holding baskets for folks picking up food, and replenishing produce supplies.

If you're able to provide foot for the pantry, please refer to the food list included in last Sunday's bulletin. Bring food donations to the Church Office by Wednesday morning; and we'll get your goods to the pantry. If you have questions, contact Roger Bradshaw,
rbradshaw@stjohns-es.org, or use your church roster to call his cell. Thank you for all you do to help our neighbors in need. ... See MoreSee Less

Heres your chance to help out with a terrific ministry: tomorrow, Wednesday, March 20, the RSM Cares Food Pantry will be held at Shepherd of the Hills United Methodist Church, 30605 Avenida de las Flores, between noon and 5 p.m. What will you do? Many things, including helping organize food, holding baskets for folks picking up food, and replenishing produce supplies.

If youre able to provide foot for the pantry, please refer to the food list included in last Sundays bulletin. Bring food donations to the Church Office by Wednesday morning; and well get your goods to the pantry. If you have questions, contact Roger Bradshaw,
rbradshaw@stjohns-es.org, or use your church roster to call his cell. Thank you for all you do to help our neighbors in need.

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6 days ago

New-ish to St. John's? Please come to this special event just for you on Sunday, March 24. We're hosting a brunch for those who have begun attending St. John's within the recent past. We'll gather in the Multipurpose Room after this Sunday's 10 a.m. service. If you haven't signed up in the Narthex, please call the Church Office, 949.888.4595, and RSVP. At the brunch you'll get to know many of our lay leaders and learn about St. John's activities and upcoming events, and how you can become involved. Brunch will last about an hour. We look forward to seeing you there and learning more about you, too! ... See MoreSee Less

New-ish to St. Johns? Please come to this special event just for you on Sunday, March 24. Were hosting a brunch for those who have begun attending St. Johns within the recent past. Well gather in the Multipurpose Room after this Sundays 10 a.m. service. If you havent signed up in the Narthex, please call the Church Office, 949.888.4595, and RSVP. At the brunch youll get to know many of our lay leaders and learn about St. Johns activities and upcoming events, and how you can become involved. Brunch will last about an hour. We look forward to seeing you there and learning more about you, too!

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7 days ago

Your weekly reminders:

Monday, March 18:
• Caring About Precious Seniors, Park Terrace, 6:30 p.m.
• Education for Ministry, Learning Commons, 7 p.m.

Tuesday, March 19:
• Bible Fellowship, Learning Commons, 7 p.m.
• Festival Singers, Music Room, 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday, March 20:
• Women’s Bible Study, DJ Gomer’s home, 10:15 a.m.
• RSM Cares Food Pantry, Shepherd of the Hills Church, Noon
• Youth Group, Enrichment Center, 6 p.m.
• Bishop’s Committee, Learning Commons, 7 p.m.

Thursday, March 21:
• YogaPlus, Church, 6:30, 7 or 7:30 p.m. (see slide for details)

Saturday, March 22:
• Holy Eucharist, Church, 5 p.m.

Sunday, March 23:
• Holy Eucharist, Church, 8 a.m.
• Choir Rehearsal, Music Room, 9 a.m.
• Sunday Morning Faith Formation, Learning Commons, 9 a.m.
• Holy Eucharist, Church, 10 a.m.
• Godly Play and Sunday School, Children’s Chapel, 10 a.m.
• Newcomers Brunch, Multipurpose Room, 11:30 a.m.
• Choir Rehearsal, Music Room. 11:45 a.m. ... See MoreSee Less

Your weekly reminders:

Monday, March 18:
• Caring About Precious Seniors, Park Terrace, 6:30 p.m.
• Education for Ministry, Learning Commons, 7 p.m.

Tuesday, March 19:
• Bible Fellowship, Learning Commons, 7 p.m.
• Festival Singers, Music Room, 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday, March 20:
• Women’s Bible Study, DJ Gomer’s home, 10:15 a.m.
• RSM Cares Food Pantry, Shepherd of the Hills Church, Noon
• Youth Group, Enrichment Center, 6 p.m.
• Bishop’s Committee, Learning Commons, 7 p.m.

Thursday, March 21:
• YogaPlus, Church, 6:30, 7 or 7:30 p.m. (see slide for details)

Saturday, March 22:
• Holy Eucharist, Church, 5 p.m.

Sunday, March 23:
• Holy Eucharist, Church, 8 a.m.
• Choir Rehearsal, Music Room, 9 a.m.
• Sunday Morning Faith Formation, Learning Commons, 9 a.m.
• Holy Eucharist, Church, 10 a.m.
• Godly Play and Sunday School, Children’s Chapel, 10 a.m.
• Newcomers Brunch, Multipurpose Room, 11:30 a.m.
• Choir Rehearsal, Music Room. 11:45 a.m.

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And a good Monday to you and yours! This week's prayer is for all whose living situations are tenuous.

Members of the St. John's women’s ministry spearhead monthly the "One Thing Initiative”, which helps those in need in our community. This month we're collecting jackets and sweat pants. Please consider donating new or used jackets and sweatpants — any size, men's or women's — but bigger is better in these categories of clothing. The priorities this month are desperately needed as it is still chilly during the day and especially at night for our neighbors without homes. Our donation box is located in the Narthex and ready to be filled when you attend church!

Let us pray.
Almighty and most merciful God, we remember before You all neglected persons whom it would be easy for us to overlook: those without homes, the destitute, those who are old or sick, and all who have none to care for them. Help us to heal those who are broken in body or spirit, and to turn their sorrow into joy. Grant this, O God, for the love of Your Son — who for our sake became poor — Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. ... See MoreSee Less

And a good Monday to you and yours! This weeks prayer is for all whose living situations are tenuous.

Members of the St. Johns women’s ministry spearhead monthly the One Thing Initiative”, which helps those in need in our community. This month were collecting jackets and sweat pants. Please consider donating new or used jackets and sweatpants — any size, mens or womens — but bigger is better in these categories of clothing. The priorities this month are desperately needed as it is still chilly during the day and especially at night for our neighbors without homes. Our donation box is located in the Narthex and ready to be filled when you attend church!

Let us pray.
Almighty and most merciful God, we remember before You all neglected persons whom it would be easy for us to overlook: those without homes, the destitute, those who are old or sick, and all who have none to care for them. Help us to heal those who are broken in body or spirit, and to turn their sorrow into joy. Grant this, O God, for the love of Your Son — who for our sake became poor — Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

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Good Saturday to you and yours! Here’s your weekly post of “Our World Connection”.

Barbara Brown Taylor, is an ordained Episcopal priest. She left her job as rector of a church to become a professor of religion. Her new book, 'Holy Envy,' is about how teaching the religions of the world changed her understanding of her own faith, and how her students, who were mostly Christian, responded when she took them to mosques, synagogues, and Buddhist and Hindu temples.

She told Fresh Air's Terry Gross "I hoped it would be a way to convince them that they could find things they liked about other traditions, and it would not make them disloyal to their own," Taylor says. "And it worked most of the time."

You can listen in on Taylor and Gross's conversation below.

May God bless your Christian walk, and may your path lead you to St. John's at 5 pm today for Holy Eucharist, or to Sunday's services at 8 or 10 a.m. ... See MoreSee Less

Finding God In the Faith Of Others

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Barbara Brown Taylor, an ordained Episcopal priest, left her job as rector of a church to become a professor of religion. Her new book, 'Holy Envy,' is about h...

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It is. Taylor is thoughtful in her answers, and she and Terry Gross have good rapport.

Sounds like a great listen

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