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Services: Sunday 8 and 10am, Saturday 5pm
Childcare offered during both Sunday services; Sunday school and Godly Play at the 10am service.

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It's the weekly reminder post!

Monday, April 23:
• Caring About Precious Seniors, Park Terrace, 6:45 p.m.
• Education for Ministry, Art Studio, 7 p.m.

Tuesday, April 24:
• Bible Fellowship, Bishop’s Room, 7 p.m.
• Festival Singers, Instrumental Music Room, 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday, April 25:
• Women’s Bible Study, DJ Gomer’s home, 10:15 a.m.
• Youth Group, Enrichment Center, 6 p.m.

Thursday, April 26:
• Caring About Precious Seniors, Park Terrace, 6:15 p.m.

Friday, April 27:
• SJES Golf Tournament, Dove Canyon Golf Club, 11:30 a.m.

Saturday, April 28:
• Men’s Basketball, Cardinal Gym, 6:30 a.m.
• Festival Singers, Instrumental Music Room, 9:30 a.m.
• Canterbury Cup Golf Tournament, San Clemente, 10:30 a.m.
• Holy Eucharist, Church, 5 p.m.

Sunday, April 29:
• Holy Eucharist, Church, 8 a.m.
• Choir Rehearsal, Instrumental Music Room, 8:30 a.m.
• Sunday Morning Faith Formation, Bishop’s Room, 9 a.m.
• Holy Eucharist, Church, 10 a.m.
• Godly Play and Sunday School, Enrichment Center, 10 a.m.
• Children’s Place, Cardinal Gym, 11:30 a.m.
• Youth Sunday Rehearsal, Church, 11:30 a.m.
• Women’s Movie and Dinner, TBD ... See MoreSee Less

Its the weekly reminder post!

Monday, April 23:
• Caring About Precious Seniors, Park Terrace, 6:45 p.m.
• Education for Ministry, Art Studio, 7 p.m.

Tuesday, April 24:
• Bible Fellowship, Bishop’s Room, 7 p.m.
• Festival Singers, Instrumental Music Room, 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday, April 25:
• Women’s Bible Study, DJ Gomer’s home, 10:15 a.m.
• Youth Group, Enrichment Center, 6 p.m.

Thursday, April 26:
• Caring About Precious Seniors, Park Terrace, 6:15 p.m.

Friday, April 27:
• SJES Golf Tournament, Dove Canyon Golf Club, 11:30 a.m.

Saturday, April 28:
• Men’s Basketball, Cardinal Gym, 6:30 a.m.
• Festival Singers, Instrumental Music Room, 9:30 a.m.
• Canterbury Cup Golf Tournament, San Clemente, 10:30 a.m.
• Holy Eucharist, Church, 5 p.m.

Sunday, April 29:
• Holy Eucharist, Church, 8 a.m.
• Choir Rehearsal, Instrumental Music Room, 8:30 a.m.
• Sunday Morning Faith Formation, Bishop’s Room, 9 a.m.
• Holy Eucharist, Church, 10 a.m.
• Godly Play and Sunday School, Enrichment Center, 10 a.m.
• Children’s Place, Cardinal Gym, 11:30 a.m.
• Youth Sunday Rehearsal, Church, 11:30 a.m.
• Women’s Movie and Dinner, TBD

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The prayer for the week is for quiet confidence and a renewed self-dedication to God, for you and for me. In the Book of Common Prayer, these prayers are separate from one another, but they actually dovetail and complement one another beautifully.

The daisy illustrates today's post because even though it is delicate, it is so very resilient — and our bodies and spirits are like this, too. When we're young our bodies grow and strengthen, but inevitably a physical decline begins — no matter how many Zumba classes we take, weights we lift, or mountains we hike. In 1 Peter 1:24-25 we read: "All men are like grass, and all their glory is like the flowers of the field; the grass withers and the flowers fall, but the Word of the Lord stands forever. And this is the word that was preached to you."

As we begin this new week, let us rely on the quiet confidence God gives us, and renew our dedication to Him. Let us support one another, and actively seek God's desire for us. What does He have in store for us this week, this day, this hour? Be resilient, be strong, but also be ready to listen to the Holy Spirit, to bend, and to reach out to your fellow travelers.

Let's pray.
O God of peace, You have taught us that in returning and rest we shall be saved, in quietness and confidence shall be our strength: By the might of Your Spirit lift us, we pray, to Your presence, where we may be still as You draw our hearts to You. Guide our minds, so fill our imaginations, so control our wills, that we may be wholly Yours, utterly dedicated to You; and then use us, we pray, as You will, and always to Your glory and for the welfare of Your people; through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen. ... See MoreSee Less

The prayer for the week is for quiet confidence and a renewed self-dedication to God, for you and for me. In the Book of Common Prayer, these prayers are separate from one another, but they actually dovetail and complement one another beautifully.

The daisy illustrates todays post because even though it is delicate, it is so very resilient — and our bodies and spirits are like this, too. When were young our bodies grow and strengthen, but inevitably a physical decline begins — no matter how many Zumba classes we take, weights we lift, or mountains we hike. In 1 Peter 1:24-25 we read: All men are like grass, and all their glory is like the flowers of the field; the grass withers and the flowers fall, but the Word of the Lord stands forever. And this is the word that was preached to you.

As we begin this new week, let us rely on the quiet confidence God gives us, and renew our dedication to Him. Let us support one another, and actively seek Gods desire for us. What does He have in store for us this week, this day, this hour? Be resilient, be strong, but also be ready to listen to the Holy Spirit, to bend, and to reach out to your fellow travelers.

Lets pray.
O God of peace, You have taught us that in returning and rest we shall be saved, in quietness and confidence shall be our strength: By the might of Your Spirit lift us, we pray, to Your presence, where we may be still as You draw our hearts to You. Guide our minds, so fill our imaginations, so control our wills, that we may be wholly Yours, utterly dedicated to You; and then use us, we pray, as You will, and always to Your glory and for the welfare of Your people; through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

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Right on the money, Fr. Christopher!

St John Chrysostom Church added 5 new photos.

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Remember this first photo from this morning? Here’s the ship’s bow, nearly ready for paint. The third photo? Just a strong guy holding a paiper mache anchor.

The papier mache boulders are formed, and now harden before paint is applied.

Did you know papier mache originated in China? The Chinese used the technique to make helmets, which they made rock hard by adding layers of lacquer. The earliest examples date to the Han Dynasty (BC 202 - AD 220)! ... See MoreSee Less

Remember this first photo from this morning? Here’s the ship’s bow, nearly ready for paint. The third photo? Just a strong guy holding a paiper mache anchor.

The papier mache boulders are formed, and now harden before paint is applied.

Did you know papier mache originated in China? The Chinese used the technique to make helmets, which they made rock hard by adding layers of lacquer. The earliest examples date to the Han Dynasty (BC 202 - AD 220)!

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Time to admire the handiwork of VBS 2018 set builders!

Palm fronds cut from an old car cover, painted, and mounted on a branch! WHAT?! SO. MUCH. TALENT.!!! ... See MoreSee Less

Time to admire the handiwork of VBS 2018 set builders!

Palm fronds cut from an old car cover, painted, and mounted on a branch! WHAT?! SO. MUCH. TALENT.!!!

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We’re a little more than two and a half hours into the Saturday VBS 2018 set build. Not sure you have the skills? Yeah, you can TOTALLY do this! Have a look: ... See MoreSee Less

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A trio of St. John’s members are working hard on creating vines for VBS 2018. Check out the detail in the second photo! ... See MoreSee Less

A trio of St. John’s members are working hard on creating vines for VBS 2018. Check out the detail in the second photo!

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Two shipwrights working on the ship build at VBS 2018 set build. ... See MoreSee Less

Two shipwrights working on the ship build at VBS 2018 set build.

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VBS 2018 set build right now at Trabuco Presbyterian Church, 31892 Las Amigas Drive, until 2 p.m. today! ... See MoreSee Less

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We’re ready to rock the VBS 2018 set build right now at Trabuco Presbyterian Church, 31802 Las Amigas Drive! Come anytime between 8 am and 2 pm today to pitch in! All hands needed! ... See MoreSee Less

We’re ready to rock the VBS 2018 set build right now at Trabuco Presbyterian Church, 31802 Las Amigas Drive! Come anytime between 8 am and 2 pm today to pitch in! All hands needed!

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Today's "Our World Connection" turns to the island nation of New Zealand, and the Māori people.

From Wikipedia: "The Māori are the indigenous Polynesian people of New Zealand. Māori originated with settlers from eastern Polynesia, who arrived in New Zealand in several waves of canoe voyages some time between 1250 and 1300. Over several centuries in isolation, the Polynesian settlers developed a unique culture, with their own language, a rich mythology, and distinctive crafts and performing arts. Early Māori formed tribal groups based on eastern Polynesian social customs and organization. Horticulture flourished using plants they introduced; later, a prominent warrior culture emerged.

"The arrival of Europeans to New Zealand, starting in the 17th century, brought enormous changes to the Māori way of life. Māori people gradually adopted many aspects of Western society and culture. Initial relations between Māori and Europeans were largely amicable, and with the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi in 1840, the two cultures coexisted as part of a new British colony. Rising tensions over disputed land sales led to conflict in the 1860s. Social upheaval, decades of conflict and epidemics of introduced disease took a devastating toll on the Māori population, which fell dramatically. By the start of the 20th century, the Māori population had begun to recover, and efforts have been made to increase their standing in wider New Zealand society and achieve social justice. Traditional Māori culture has thereby enjoyed a significant revival."

The link below leads down a rabbit hole that will keep you occupied and sipping your coffee or tea as you learn about the amazing Māori. ... See MoreSee Less

Traditional Māori religion – ngā karakia a te Māori – Te Ara Encyclopedia of New Zealand

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The Māori natural world teemed with gods and unseen beings and required thoughtful navigation. Tohunga (priests) assisted people with special incantations and rites to appease the gods.

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