Sisters and Brothers in Christ:

We worship this weekend on Sunday, August 30 at 8 and 10 a.m. The convenient Community Eucharist will resume on Saturday, September 5 at 5:00 p.m.
 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

The next Hummingbirds gathering is Thursday, September 3 from 7-9 p.m. in the Bishop’s Room. Hummingbirds offers support for women who have lost their mothers. All are welcome. Questions? Contact Kristine Williams, 949.713.6646.

 St. John’s Apparel Orders – last day to purchase is this August 31

Now available to order: St. John’s hats, visors, and polo shirts! Show off your connection to St. John’s at our community activities such as Isaiah House and the RSM Food Pantry or just wear it with pride around town. Orders are due by August 31 and products will be delivered September 20. Order forms can be found in the Narthex. Payments must be submitted with orders. If you place an order and wish to pay by credit card, please contact Cindy in the church office, 949.888.4534. Questions? Contact Erin Schwarz, erinschwarz@yahoo.com.

Holy Land Presentation – Sunday, Sept. 6, 9 a.m., Bishop’s Room

Adam Lang and Michael Lang, sons of Janet and Buddy Lang, recently returned from the Diocesan “Hand in Healing” Youth Pilgrimage to the Holy Land. Join us Sunday, Sept. 6 at 9 a.m. for their special presentation of this experience.

 Men’s Weekend Retreat Coming – Only A Few Spaces Left

St. John’s Ministry to Men will hold their annual retreat Friday-Sunday, October 2-4 at Aldersgate Retreat Center in beautiful Pacific Palisades. Returning as our retreat leader is Fr. Scott Richardson, rector of St. Mary the Virgin Episcopal Church, San Francisco. Pick up a brochure in the Narthex and our Ministry to Men leadership will be available to answer any questions you may have! Space is limited and we are almost full! You don’t want to miss it! Questions? Email Gene Giordano, gvgiordano@gmail.com.

 Next Baptism Date Is September 13 – Sign Up By August 31

Baptisms will be at the 10 a.m. service Sunday, September 13. Baptism instruction for families and sponsors is Saturday, September 12 at 3 p.m. Contact Sandy in the Church Office by tomorrow, Monday, August 31, to sign up, assistant@stjohns-es.org, 949.888.4595, x206. Our next baptism date after September 13 is November 1.

Sign ups continue for these events:

  • Welcome Home And Thank You BBQ September 20
  • Corazón Build- October 24
  • Men’s Open Forum At BJ’s Restaurant – Wednesday, September 23