St. John's Epistle for June 28, 2012

Dear people who persevere in faith despite opposition,

Our proposed single parent family ministry is generating interest in the community. The congregation voted about 130 for and 4 against approving the concept of a single family ministry. The presbytery supports it and we have strong and trustworthy partners. Many people in Houston are not aware that the Presbyterian Children's Home has been serving children across the state of Texas for over 100 years and they have an endowment of over $100 million. We know them well due to our twelve year relationship with them where one of their staff members has an office in our church office. Answers to frequently asked questions about the single parent family ministry are available here.

Vacation Bible School has been great this year! Thank you to all the leaders and participants. It seems like the best one in past five years to me and I appreciate Mary Sterner and all the volunteers who made this happen. 

Our prayers are with George; Johnny and Linda for health issues. Also, our prayers are with Lelia Agar and her mother Ernie D since Lelia has been placed under hospice care.

Come to worship this Sunday and hear how the gospel reading from Mark 5:21-43 speaks to our current situation. It is quite remarkable the similarities between the two.

I am going on vacation from July 2-29. During that time Rev. Linda Herron, our Parish Associate, will handle the pastoral and preaching duties. Thanks, Linda. My family and I look forward to visiting with our family and friends in Mississippi and taking a few side trips as well. The next issue of The Epistle will be published on August 2. Until then, keep the faith.

Your walking this faith journey alongside you pastor,

JON BURNHAM

--
Rev. Dr. Jonathan L. Burnham (Jon's Blog, Facebook, Twitter) 

Pastor of St. John's Presbyterian Church (Church's Website, Blog, Facebook) 

5020 West Bellfort Ave, Houston, TX 77035 (Map & Directions to church)

Phone church office 713-723-6262; Email church office

Sunday Schedule: Church School for all ages: 9:00 am; Worship 10:30 am; Youth Fellowship 5 pm

--
St. John's Presbyterian Church
5020 West Bellfort / Houston, TX 77035
T. 713.723.6262 / F. 713.723-4015 / Email: office.sjpc@gmail.com
Worship Service: Sunday, 10:30 am / Sunday School: 9:00 am

St. John's Epistle for June 28, 2012

Braes Interfaith Concert with Judy England and Glennie Scott

Braes Interfaith Ministries
proudly presents

Judy England and Glennie Scott
performing
'The Best of Broadway'

Westbury Baptist Church
(4300 West Bellfort)

4 pm

For tickets ($12) call 713-723-2870 or 713-723-2671

Judy England is a native Houstonian who began her career with the Theatre Under the Stars, and taught at HITS Unicorn Theatre where she wrote and performed musical revues. She has been the guest artist for the Houston POPs Orchestra, the New Orleans Summer POPs Orchestra, the Nelson Riddle Orchestra, and the Jimmy Maxwell Orchestra. Ms. England has sung at numerous political events including conventions, inaugurations, and Presidential Galas, and has shared the stage with Harry Connick, Sr., Chuck Mangioni, Al Hirt, Pearl Bailey, Doc Severinsen, Carol Burnett, the Pointer Sisters, the Platters, the Drifters, and more.

Braes Interfaith Concert with Judy England and Glennie Scott

Blood Pressure Screening - Sunday, July 15

Did you know that one in three adults in the United States have high blood pressure and that the risk of having high blood pressure increases with age? Monitoring your blood pressure can prevent further health problems such as heart disease and stroke. If you are wondering what your blood pressure is, look no further!

On Sunday, July 15, a group of medical students will be at St. John’s and will be giving blood pressure readings for FREE. Please come and get your blood pressure read so that we can have a healthy, happy congregation! Prizes are available for those who participate!

For more information please contact Jenny Glover at jen.glover87@gmail.com.

Blood Pressure Screening - Sunday, July 15

Mission Outreach: Buckets of Hope

Children’s HomeDelivering hope to widows & orphans in Uganda 2012 　

　

A brightly colored bucket will be delivered to their homes

in the village filled with:

Flour, Sugar, Rice, Beans

Salt

Soap

Vaseline

Mosquito net

Bible

 

Your gift is tax deductible.

 

Please contact Kathie Hartzog, 832-541-8301 (leave a message),

or Libby Adams, 713-822-4732, to learn more.

 

All donations must be received by the middle of July.

Buckets of Hope

Mission project at Lulwanda

Mission Outreach: Buckets of Hope

St. John's Vacation Bible School

starts tonight - this Sunday!

June 24 - 28
5:30 pm - Light meal served
6-8 pm - Activities

Please join us

Blood Drive, Next Sunday -JULY 1

Blood Drive, Next Sunday -JULY 1

Blood Drive

Sunday, July 1

8 am - 12 Noon
Room 209

8 zillion mosquitoes can’t be wrong!
Blood is a vital and essential part of life

Come and share the gift of life!

Walk-ins Welcome

June 24 - July 1 Weekly Schedule

This Week at St. John’s

Sunday, June 24 – Thursday, June 28 
           Vacation Bible School

  5:30 pm  Light meal served
  6:00 – 8:00 pm  VBS activities

Sunday, June 24

  9:00 am  Church School

  9:50 am  Chancel Choir Rehearsal
10:15-10:25 am  Prayer with Pastor Jon in Sanctuary
10:30 am  Worship Service

11:45 am  Brunch served by Faith in Action Committee
12:00 pm  Fellowship Committee

Monday, June 25

10:00 am  Bob’s Crew (Property grounds projects)

  6:30 pm  Walking Together

  7:00 pm  Bell Choir

Tuesday, June 26

  9:30 am  Presbyterian Women’s Activity Day
12:00 pm  Staff Meeting

  5:00 pm  Hour of Prayer, Rm. 207

  6:30 pm  “Stay Young, Stay Strong”

  7:00 pm  Scout Troop 688

Wednesday, June 27

  6:00 pm  “Wonder Team” Sandwich Makers, Room 209

Thursday, June 28

  6:30 pm  “Stay Young, Stay Strong”

Saturday, June 30

  8:00 am  Women’s Bible Small Group
10:00 am  Private Event, McPhail Hall

Sunday, July 1 Blood Drive

  8:00 am – 12:00 pm  Blood Drive, Room 209

  9:00 am  Church School

  9:50 am  Chancel Choir Rehearsal
10:15-10:25 am  Prayer with Pastor Jon in Sanctuary
10:30 am  Worship Service

11:45 am  Brunch served by Fellowship Committee

June 24 - July 1 Weekly Schedule

St. John's Weekly Reminders - June 24

St. John’s invites members of all ages and their friends to join us for Vacation Bible School: Egypt-Joseph’s Journey from Prison to Palace, starting tonight at 6 pm.

Summer Brunch today: Make sure you stop by McPhail Hall after worship for delicious food and wonderful fellowship. A donation to cover the cost of the food is appreciated. Everyone is welcome. Today’s brunch is served by Faith in Action.

NEXT SUNDAY!!

Blood Drive

: We have the opportunity to help save lives! Blood is always in short supply during the summer months, so this drive is critical for the Gulf Coast Blood Bank. The

Blood Drive

meets in Room 209.

Kroger Neighborhood to Neighborhood Program: Have you linked your Kroger Plus card with Braes Interfaith Ministries yet? It’s easy and fast – bring the barcode (#90528) to a Kroger register or service desk. They can link it to your Plus Card – so every time you shop BIM will accumulate which will be sent to them in May 2013.If you linked your card last year, you must link again.

Wonder Team Sandwich June Schedule: St. John’s will continue to make sandwiches during the summer months on our regular 2^nd and 4^th Wednesdays of the month at 6 pm. On June 25 sandwiches will be made in Room 209.

Blood Pressure Screenings, Sunday, July 15: Did you know that one in three adults in the United States has high blood pressure and that the risk of having high blood pressure increases with age? Monitoring your blood pressure can prevent further health problems such as heart disease and stroke. If you are wondering what your blood pressure is, look no further! On Sunday, July 15, a group of medical students will be at St. John's and will be giving blood pressure readings for FREE. Please come and get your blood pressure read so that we can have a healthy, happy congregation! Prizes are available for those who participate! For more information contact Jenny Glover, atjen.glover87 @gmail.com.

Two flower dates on Calendar for 2012: The two dates on the flower calendar for 2012 that have not been taken are: July 22 and 29. If anyone would like one of these dates, please call the church office (713-723-6262). Thanks so much.

St. John's Weekly Reminders - June 24

St. John's Epistle for June 21, 2012

Dear faithful, redeemed, people of God,

We've had a lot of publicity during the last week. I was interviewed on TV by Channel 2 and then by Channel 13. We had an article in the Southwest News and the Bellaire News. The coverage is in regard to the Presbyterian Children's Home and Services (PCHAS) single family parent project. We had a great meeting this afternoon between the current partners in this ministry: PCHAS, Houston HomeAid, and St. John's. Our presbytery is the other partner and they are on board with this too. We will develop a Frequently Asked Questions section to put on our church website. It will say what we know and answer the questions people are asking. Please keep this project in prayer as we move forward to meet our church's mission: To glorify God by making disciples and meeting human needs.

St. John's Vacation Bible School (for all ages) starts this Sunday, June 24, and runs each evening through Thursday, June 28! A light meal will be served each evening at 5:30 pm in Fellowship Hall. Activities for all ages are from 6-8 pm. Adults may choose a Bible study with Rev. Linda Herron or card making with Mary Herlitz. The children will study Joseph's Journey in Egypt. David made a cool theme graphic for the children's study. Come and bring your friends and family and neighborhood children.

We welcome Sarah Annalea Gore who was born June 17 to Jill and Trey Gore and grandparents Ken and Virginia Krueger!

There are many opportunities for service on presbytery committees. Click here to see a brochure with the list of opportunities or you may contact Margaret Swarts at mswarts@castleblack.net or phone her at 713-772-2985 for more information. 

Our prayers are with Frances as she is still at University Place recovering from surgery and also with George as he recovers from a broken leg that happened yesterday.

Kathie and Libby are going to Uganda in August and invite your participation through Buckets of Hope. Buckets of Hope supports our 2012 mission project at Lulwanda Children's Home orphanage in Uganda. A brightly colored bucket will be delivered to their homes in the village filled with flour, sugar, rice, beans, salt, soap, vaseline, mosquito net, and Bible. Contact Kathie at 832-541-8301 or Libby 713-822-4732 to learn more. All donations must be received by the middle of July. Your gift is tax deductible.

The sermon Sunday is from Mark 4:34-41 and is the story about Jesus calming the angry waves on the Sea of Galilee. May you experience the calming influence of Christ's presence in your life today and throughout this weekend. I hope to see you this Sunday morning at worship and this Sunday evening as we begin Vacation Bible School. May God's blessings be with you and your family in the meantime.

Your glad to be on this faith journey with you pastor,
JON BURNHAM

-- 

Rev. Dr. Jonathan L. Burnham (Jon's Blog, Facebook, Twitter) 

Pastor of St. John's Presbyterian Church (Church's Website, Blog, Facebook) 

5020 West Bellfort Ave, Houston, TX 77035 (Map & Directions to church)

Phone church office 713-723-6262; Email church office

Sunday Schedule: Church School for all ages: 9:00 am; Worship 10:30 am; Youth Fellowship 5 pm

--
St. John's Presbyterian Church
5020 West Bellfort / Houston, TX 77035
T. 713.723.6262 / F. 713.723-4015 / Email: office.sjpc@gmail.com
Worship Service: Sunday, 10:30 am / Sunday School: 9:00 am

St. John's Epistle for June 21, 2012

Note from Ben

Dear Friends and Family -

I'm sending this out to my friends and family to ask for your help. As some of you may know, I recently moved into a solo office and have been working to continue to expand my client base. I'm very excited and grateful to have this opportunity and appreciate all of the support you have shown. And of course, there is now even a greater need to let as many people as possible know about my practice. So, I need to your help to get the below info out to as many potential resources as possible.

Please consider these two great ways you can help:

1. posting the two links below on Facebook, LinkedIn, etc...even Forums you visit...whatever social media you use. (even direct email)

2. share this info via email (or other) with any/everyone you know who works in the medical field, management, police/fireman, clergy, human resources, etc...

Your help is so very much appreciated !

Ben

- - -

Below is the direct link to my profile on Psychology Today. 

I've also included the address for the landing page for my business websites.

http://therapists.psychologytoday.com/rms/49827 -- www.livebetterlivenow.com

Note from Ben

St. John's Pastor Jon interviewed on Channel 13 at 6:30 pm today

The Lord be with you. You may want to watch my interview with Erik Barajas of Channel 13 news about the PCHAS project. He said the interview will air at 6:30 pm today. He seemed positive about it and said he volunteers in a similar project in Kingwood. Let's keep this project in prayer and hope for a good presentation of it on ABC Channel 13 today. 

Peace,
JON BURNHAM
--
Rev. Dr. Jonathan L. Burnham (Jon's Blog, Facebook, Twitter) 

Pastor of St. John's Presbyterian Church (Church's Website, Blog, Facebook) 

5020 West Bellfort Ave, Houston, TX 77035 (Map & Directions to church)

Phone church office 713-723-6262; Email church office

Sunday Schedule: Church School for all ages: 9:00 am; Worship 10:30 am; Youth Fellowship 5 pm

--
St. John's Presbyterian Church
5020 West Bellfort / Houston, TX 77035
T. 713.723.6262 / F. 713.723-4015 / Email: office.sjpc@gmail.com
Worship Service: Sunday, 10:30 am / Sunday School: 9:00 am

St. John's Pastor Jon interviewed on Channel 13 at 6:30 pm today

It's Here! Vacation Bible School starts Sunday

St. John's Vacation Bible School

starts this Sunday!

June 24 - 28
5:30 pm - Light meal served
6-8 pm - Activities

Registration forms can be found at our web site (http://www.stjohnspresby.org/) or
call the church office (713-723-6262)

Artwork by David Nelson

It's Here! Vacation Bible School starts Sunday

Recycle Your "Old" Computer

The computer lab could use an "old" computer. We have only one computer for visitors to use. It is small sized, slow and has Windows XP. It does work OK, just not very fast.

We need one or more computers that you might have in your closet since your recent computer upgrade. Whatever you might have, consider giving us a try so we can construct a useful computer lab for our members and youth.

The parts of the computer we can’t use we will donate to the City of Houston recycling department. How useful! And fun! Please bring your computers to Room 208.

Thanks for thinking about this idea.
— Dan Herron

Recycle Your "Old" Computer

Ship Ahoy

As you vacation this summer, and stay at hotels, don’t forget to pick up those little toiletry items for the sailors’ Christmas boxes.

Some other items needed are deodorant, razors, toothpaste & brush, lip balm, small Kleenex, picket combs to name a few. Check out the PW bulletin board (Building 2, across the hall from Room 208) to see the complete list. We already have 30 pairs of heavy work socks and big bars of soap, so the gathering has begun. Thanks in advance.

—Presbyterian Women of St. John’

Ship Ahoy

Knitting/Crocheting Class Offered

Have you an hour that you would like to refresh, update or learn knitting or crocheting?
If interested in joining the class please contact Betty Nelson, 713-723-0841.

All ages and skill levels are welcome.Yarn will provided.

Knitting/Crocheting Class Offered

Blood Drive, Sunday JULY 1

Blood Drive

Sunday, July 1

8 am - 12 Noon
Room 209

8 zillion mosquitoes can’t be wrong!
Blood is a vital and essential part of life

Come and share the gift of life!

 

 

Blood Drive, Sunday JULY 1

June 17-24 Calendar

This Week at St. John’s

Sunday, June 17 – Father’s Day & Teacher Appreciation Day

  9:00 am  Church School

  9:50 am  Chancel Choir Rehearsal

10:15-l0:25 am  Prayer with Pastor Jon in Sanctuary
10:30 am  Worship Service

11:45 am  Brunch served by Christian Education Committee

Monday, June 18

10:00 am  Bob’s Crew (Property grounds projects)

  6:30 pm  Walking Together

  7:00 pm  Bell Choir

Tuesday, June 19

  9:30 am  Presbyterian Women’s Activity Day
12:00 pm  Staff Meeting

  5:00 pm  Hour of Prayer, Rm. 207

  6:30 pm  “Stay Young, Stay Strong”

  7:00 pm  Scout Troop 688

Thursday, June 21

  9:00 am-12:30 pm  PYF: Splash Day at Small Steps

  6:30 pm  “Stay Young, Stay Strong”

Friday, June 22 – Saturday, June 23
  8:30 pm – 6:00 am  PYF: Lock-in

Saturday, June 23

  8:00 am  Women’s Bible Small Group
Sunday, June 24 – Thursday, June 28  Vacation Bible School

5:30 pm  Light meal served
6:00 – 8:00 pm  VBS activities

Sunday, June 24

  9:00 am  Church School

  9:50 am  Chancel Choir Rehearsal
10:15-l0:25 am  Prayer with Pastor Jon in Sanctuary
10:30 am  Worship Service

11:45 am  Brunch served by Faith in Action Committee
12:00 pm  Fellowship Committee

June 17-24 Calendar

June 17 Weekly Reminders

Summer Brunch today: Make sure you stop by McPhail Hall after worship for delicious food and wonderful fellowship. A donation to cover the cost of the food is appreciated. Everyone is welcome. Today’s brunch is served by Christian Education Committee and dedicated to the wonderful teachers of our church.

Presbyterian Youth Fellowship (PYF) June Activities: Contact Mary Sterner, 713-723-6262 or mary2d@yahoo.com for more information and to sign up.

June 21: PYF will be volunteering at Small Steps Nurturing Center, helping with their Splash Day. We will meet at the church at 9 am, ride together to Small Steps, set up, run and clean up Splash Day activities and return home. Bring a change of clothes, a sack lunch and a friend!
June 22-23: St. John’s youth leaders invites youth and their friends entering grades 6 – 12 to join us for the PYF lock-in, June 22-23, 8:30 pm – 6 am. Come enjoy a super fun time together! Don’t forget a sleeping bag, pillow and snacks to share!

Blood Drive , Sunday, July 1: We have the opportunity to help save lives! Blood is always in short supply during the summer months, so this drive is critical for the Gulf Coast Blood Bank. Start thinking about adding iron in your diet by eating more raisins, spinach, turnip greens, broccoli, bok choy, beans, lentils, and red meat. The Blood Drive meets in Room 209.

Wonder Team Sandwich June Schedule: St. John’s will continue to make sandwiches during the summer months on our regular 2^nd and 4^th Wednesdays of the month at 6 pm. On June 25 sandwiches will be made in Room 209.

Blood Pressure Screenings, Sunday, July 15: Did you know that one in three adults in the United States has high blood pressure and that the risk of having high blood pressure increases with age? Monitoring your blood pressure can prevent further health problems such as heart disease and stroke. If you are wondering what your blood pressure is, look no further! On Sunday, July 15, a group of medical students will be at St. John's and will be giving blood pressure readings for FREE. Please come and get your blood pressure read so that we can have a healthy, happy congregation! Prizes are available for those who participate! For more information contact Jenny Glover, atjen.glover87 @gmail.com.

Three flower dates on Calendar for 2012: The three dates on the flower calendar for 2012 that have not been taken are: July 22 and 29 and November 25. If anyone would like one of these dates, please call the church office. Thanks so much.

June 17 Weekly Reminders

St. John's Epistle for June 14, 2012

Dear powerful Pentecost people,

Last night we had a great meeting about our forthcoming ministry with Presbyterian Children's Home and Services (PCHAS). We met at the Kolter Elementarys School auditorium with over 200 people from the Meyerland community. The event was an information session sponsored by the Meyerland Association Board of Directors. The meeting was well conducted. After introductory remarks from PCHAS President, Dr. Ed Knight, and me, the rest of the one hour meeting was given to questions from the audience and answers from Ed and me about the Single Parent Family ministry that will include construction of 4 duplexes on our campus. Each questioner was limited to 2 minutes and after each question Dr. Knight or I responded to the question. 

Most of the questions were ones we had already heard and answered as a session and congregation. They had to do with how the ministry will be financed, constructed, staffed, and run. The other big concern was about security and of course that is of paramount importance to our congregation and will remain at the top of our agenda on this project. I was not surprised by the opposition but I was encouraged by the support. Several people, some of whom I have never met, spoke in favor of the proposal. Overall, the meeting went very well. Several church members were in attendance if you want to get their impression of how it went. This morning a reporter from Channel 2 showed up at the church and briefly interviewed me about the project. The report may air today at 5 pm on Channel 2 if you want to watch it. I hope it will be balanced and fair.

In other news, you may be happy to hear about a few upcoming youth activities.

June21-Small Steps Splash Day

PYF (grades 6-12) will be volunteering at Small Steps Nurturing Center, helping with their 'Splash Day!' We will meet at the church at 9 am, ride together to Small Steps, set up, run, and clean up Splash Day activities, and return home. Bring a change of clothes, a sack lunch, and a friend! Contact Mary at mary2d@yahoo.com or 713-723-6262 to sign up.

June 22-23-PYF Lock-in

St. John's youth leaders invites youth and their friends entering grades 6-12 to join us for the PYF Lock-in, June 22-23, 8:30 pm-6 am. Come enjoy a super fun time together! Don't forget a sleeping bag and pillow, and snacks to share! Contact Mary at mary2d@yahoo.com or 713-723-6262 for more information.

Also, Vacation Bible School is just around the corner. Be thinking about which of your neighbors you will invite to join you. Remember that this is an evening program for adults and children.

June 24-28-VBS

St. John's invites members of all ages and their friends to join us for VBS: Egypt-Joseph's Journey from Prison to Palace. June 24-28, 6-8 pm. Light dinner served at 5:30 pm. The cost is $5/person, $10/family. Adult class choices are a bible study class or card making/scrapbooking class. Youth classes include music, art, and bible study. We look forward to seeing you there! Contact Mary at mary2d@yahoo.com or 713-723-6262 for more information.

Your excited about the prospects of fulfilling our mission by meeting human needs pastor,

JON BURNHAM

--
Rev. Dr. Jonathan L. Burnham (Jon's Blog, Facebook, Twitter) 

Pastor of St. John's Presbyterian Church (Church's Website, Blog, Facebook) 

5020 West Bellfort Ave, Houston, TX 77035 (Map & Directions to church)

Phone church office 713-723-6262; Email church office

Sunday Schedule: Church School for all ages: 9:00 am; Worship 10:30 am; Youth Fellowship 5 pm

--
St. John's Presbyterian Church
5020 West Bellfort / Houston, TX 77035
T. 713.723.6262 / F. 713.723-4015 / Email: office.sjpc@gmail.com
Worship Service: Sunday, 10:30 am / Sunday School: 9:00 am

St. John's Epistle for June 14, 2012

Presbyterian Youth Fellowship Lock-in

St. John's youth leaders invites youth and their friends entering grades 6 - 12 to join us for the Presbyterian Youth Fellowship (PYF) lock-in, June 22-23, 8:30 pm - 6 am.

Come enjoy a super fun time together! Don't forget a sleeping bag and pillow and snacks to share!

Contact Mary at mary2d@yahoo.com or 713-723-6262 for more information.

Presbyterian Youth Fellowship Lock-in

Presbyterian Youth Fellowship, June 21 Event

Thursday, June 21
Splash Day at Small Steps

9 am - 12:30 pm

Spend the morning helping
Small Steps students enjoy their
Splash Day!

Working together we will set-up, run and clean-up Splash Day

Bring a change of clothes and a sack lunch.

All youth, 6-12 grades, are invited.

Contact Mary at mary2d@yahoo.com to sigtn up.

Pick-up and deliver at St. John's parking lot

Presbyterian Youth Fellowship, June 21 Event

June 10 Weekly Reminders

Summer Brunch today: Make sure you stop by McPhail Hall after worship for delicious food and wonderful fellowship. A donation to cover the cost of the food is appreciated. Everyone is welcome. Today’s brunch is served by the Worship Committee.

Church Beacon Newsletter Assemblers: Come to Room 203, Tuesday June 12 at 9:30 am to help assemble the June/July Newsletter. No experience is necessary.

Presbyterian Youth Fellowship (PYF) June Activities:
Thursday, June 21: St. John’s youth will go to Small Steps Nurturing Center, leaving the parking lot at 9 am and returning about 12:30 pm, to set-up and help the young students enjoy a Splash Day. Please remember to bring a dry set of clothes.
Friday & Saturday, June 22-23: All youths, 6-12 grades, are invited to a lock-in. The adventure starts at 8:30 pm Friday night.
For questions, contact Mary Sterner, 713-723-6262 or mary2d@yahoo.com

Blood Drive, Sunday, July 1: We have the opportunity to help save lives! Blood is always in short supply during the summer months so this drive is critical for the Gulf Coast Blood Bank. Start thinking about adding iron in your diet by eating more raisins, spinach, turnip greens, broccoli, bok choy, beans, lentils, and red meat. The Blood Drive meets in Room 209.

Wonder Team Sandwich June Schedule: St. John’s will continue to make sandwiches during the summer months on our regular 2^nd and 4^th Wednesdays of the month at 6 pm. On June 25 sandwiches will be made in Room 209.

Blood Pressure Screenings, Sunday, July 15: Did you know that one in three adults in the United States have high blood pressure and that the risk of having high blood pressure increases with age? Monitoring your blood pressure can prevent further health problems such as heart disease and stroke. If you are wondering what your blood pressure is, look no further! On Sunday, July 15 a group of medical students will be at St. John's and will be giving blood pressure readings for FREE. Please come and get your blood pressure read so that we can have a healthy, happy congregation! Prizes are available for those who participate! For more information contact Jenny Glover atjen.glover87 @gmail.com.

June 10 Weekly Reminders

June 10 - 17 Calendar

Sunday, June 10 -  Beacon Newsletter deadline

  9:00 am  Church School

  9:50 am  Chancel Choir Rehearsal

10:15-l0:25 am  Prayer with Pastor Jon in Sanctuary
10:30 am  Worship Service

11:45 am  Brunch served by Worship Committee

Monday, June 11

10:00 am  Bob’s Crew (Property grounds projects)

  6:30 pm  Walking Together

  7:00 pm  Bell Choir

Tuesday, June 12

  9:30 am  Presbyterian Women’s Activity Day
  9:30 am  Beacon Assemblers, Room 205
12:00 pm  Staff Meeting

  5:00 pm  Hour of Prayer, Rm. 207

  6:30 pm  “Stay Young, Stay Strong”

  7:00 pm  Scout Troop 688

Wednesday, June 13

  6:00-8:00 pm  Girl Scout Troop 21151
  6:00  pm  Sandwich makers

Thursday, June 14

  6:30 pm  “Stay Young, Stay Strong”
  7:30 pm  Christian Education Committee Meeting

Saturday, June16

  8:00 am  Women’s Bible Small Group
  9:00 am  Girl Scouts Troop 21174

Sunday, June 17  Father’s Day
Teacher Appreciation Day

  9:00 am  Church School

  9:50 am  Chancel Choir Rehearsal
10:15-l0:25 am  Prayer with Pastor Jon in Sanctuary
10:30 am  Worship Service

           11:45 am  Brunch served by Christian Education Committee

June 10 - 17 Calendar

Register for Vacation Bible School



(Design by David Nelson)



Vacation Bible School

St. John's Presbyterian Church
5020 W. Bellfort

Sunday, June 24 

to Thursday, June 28

Light meal served at 5:30 pm
Programs 6-8 pm

Programs for children and adults

Registration forms can be found on our web site (http://www.stjohnspresby.org/).
For more information call St. John's Church office, 713-723-6262

Register for Vacation Bible School

Attention St. John’s Youth!

Don’t spend your summer glued to your computers! Instead, make St. John’s Presbyterian Youth Fellowship (PYF) part of your summer adventure and remember friends are welcome.
Below is a list of the necessities needed before you can enjoy the PYF summer outings:

1. Hydrate your body with water (inside and outside).

2. Wear sunscreen (repeat as needed).

3. Wear a hat and sunglasses.

4. Wear breathful comfortable summer clothing.

5. Take pictures. . . and more pictures.

6. Have a cheerful spirit.

These 6 requirements will be really important for our three off-campus outdoor events: Splash day at Small Steps (June 21), Park Walk and Explore (July 8) and our day trip to Galveston (August 4). On these trips we will share Texas summer fun with the students of Small Steps and then with each other.

7. Have a healthy appetite

The 7^th hint is necessary for our July 22 and August 19 meetings. We will be indulging our "sweet tooth" as we explore the world of desserts! Will we be baking? Will we be trying new recipes? The only guarantee given is that you’ll be eating! Come and taste! Friends are welcome.

Attention St. John’s Youth!

Recycle Your "Old" Computer

The computer lab could use an "old" computer. We have only one computer for visitors to use. It is small sized, slow and has Windows XP. It does work OK, just not very fast.

We need one or more computers that you might have in your closet since your recent computer upgrade. Whatever you might have, consider giving us a try so we can construct a useful computer lab for our members and youth.

The parts of the computer we can’t use we will donate to the City of Houston recycling department. How useful! And fun! Please bring your computers to Room 208.

Thanks for thinking about this idea.
— Dan Herron

Recycle Your "Old" Computer

Ship Ahoy

As you vacation this summer, and stay at hotels, don’t forget to pick up those little toiletry items for the sailors’ Christmas boxes.

Some other items needed are deodorant, razors, toothpaste & brush, lip balm, small Kleenex, picket combs to name a few.

Check out the PW bulletin board (Building 2, across the hall from Room 208) to see the complete list. We already have 30 pair of heavy work socks and big bars of soap, so the gathering has begun. Thanks in advance.

—Presbyterian Women of St. John’s

Ship Ahoy

Buckets of Hope

Delivering hope to widows & orphans in Uganda

2012 Mission project at Lulwanda
Children’s Home

　

　　

　

A brightly colored bucket will be delivered to their homes in the
village filled with:

Flour, Sugar, Rice, Beans
Salt
Soap
Vaseline
Mosquito net
Bible

Your gift is tax deductible.

Please contact Kathie Hartzog, 832-541-8301 (leave a message), or Libby Adams, 713-822-4732, to learn more. All donations must be received by the middle of July.

Buckets of Hope

St. John's Epistle June 7, 2012

Dear forgiven sinners,

You are invited to the Meyerland Association meeting next Wednesday evening, June 13, at 7:00 pm in the auditorium at the Kolter Elementary School Auditorium. Dr. Ed Knight and I will speak to the community about the Presbyterian Children's Home concept that the congregation approved a few weeks ago. Here is the letter the Meyerland Association sent out to the neighborhood about the meeting. I also want to alert you that a survey team may show up soon to survey property and put out flags. The flags should stay up long enough for the architect to see them. It seems that construction of the units would not begin until early 2013 at the earliest.

We had a good Session meeting last night. Among other things, we:

*Decided to use available reserve funds to replace all four air conditioning units for the sanctuary. The current units are 45 years old and have become more expensive to maintain. The total cost for the new units is $45,000.

*Retained Doug Ustick to represent St. John's in lease negotiations with Presbyterian Children's Homes and Services.

*Elected these elders to represent Session on the Nominating Committee: Kathleen Captain, Kathie Hartzog, and Tom McAdam.

Congratulations to Aubriel Bennett and Danny Bisuali who were married in the sanctuary here last Saturday. Danny is the son of Rose and Dave Muanza. Our best wishes to the couple and their families.

Congratulations to Will Greer who was recognized as the "Caring Person of the Year" during worship last Sunday. This annual award is given by the Caring Committee to a church member who supports other church members such as Will does when he picks up some of our older members and brings them to Sunday services. The Caring Committee did a good job with the brunch in his honor after worship. 

Brunch after worship each Sunday during the summer continues this week with the Worship Committee preparing and serving it up in Fellowship Hall after the service.

I addressed this epistle to "forgiven sinners" for that is the theme of the readings this Sunday. We will focus on the gospel reading this Sunday, Mark 3:20-35 in the sermon. I hope to see you this Sunday and then again next Wednesday at Kolter Elementary School at 7:00 pm for the community meeting.

Your surprised by God's amazing grace pastor,

JON BURNHAM

--
Rev. Dr. Jonathan L. Burnham (Jon's Blog, Facebook, Twitter) 

Pastor of St. John's Presbyterian Church (Church's Website, Blog, Facebook) 

5020 West Bellfort Ave, Houston, TX 77035 (Map & Directions to church)

Phone church office 713-723-6262; Email church office

Sunday Schedule: Church School for all ages: 9:00 am; Worship 10:30 am; Youth Fellowship 5 pm

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St. John's Presbyterian Church
5020 West Bellfort / Houston, TX 77035
T. 713.723.6262 / F. 713.723-4015 / Email: office.sjpc@gmail.com
Worship Service: Sunday, 10:30 am / Sunday School: 9:00 am

St. John's Epistle June 7, 2012

Presbyterian Youth Fellowship, June 21 Event

Thursday, June 21
Splash Day at Small Steps

9 am - 12:30 pm

Spend the morning helping
Small Steps students enjoy their
Splash Day! Bring a change of clothes.

All youth, 6-12 grades, are invited.
Pick-up and deliver at St. John's parking lot

Presbyterian Youth Fellowship, June 21 Event

Braes Interfaith Ministries April 2012 Report

In April 2012 BIM (Braes Interfaith Ministries) food pantry served 1010 clients (413 children and 597 adults).

Braes Interfaith Ministries April 2012 Report

Summer Brunches - Every Sunday after Worship

The tradition continues – brunch is being served on summer Sundays! Make sure you stop by McPhail Hall after worship service for some wonderful food and great fellowship. The chefs are:

June 17 Christian Education
June 24 Faith in Action

July 1 Fellowship
July 8 Potluck
July 15 Presbyterian Women
July 22 Kristie Edmonsond
July 29 Potluck

Aug 5 Property
Aug 12 A&P
Aug 19 Finance/Stewardship
Aug 26 Choir

Summer Brunches - Every Sunday after Worship

Blood Pressure Screening - Sunday, July 15

Did you know that one in three adults in the United States have high blood pressure and that the risk of having high blood pressure increases with age? Monitoring your blood pressure can prevent further health problems such as heart disease and stroke.

If you are wondering what you blood pressure is, look no further! On Sunday, July 15 a group of medical students will be at St. John’s and will be giving blood pressure readings for FREE.

Please come and get your blood pressure read so that we can have a healthy, happy congregation! Prizes are available for those who participate!

For more information please contact Jenny Glover at jen.glover87@gmail.com.

Blood Pressure Screening - Sunday, July 15

Caring Award Recipient: Will Greer

The Caring Committee is pleased to present the 2012 Caring Person Award to Will Greer.

Will Greer has been a member of St. John’s since the early 90’s and has worked tirelessly upgrading the computer systems, bringing members to church, playing Santa Claus, as well as updating the pictorial directory. He works behind the scenes, not expecting any recognition. "Doing good for nothing," as our former pastor John Shute put it.

He is very enthusiastic and doesn’t stop working on a project until it is done. Both children and adults appreciate his friendliness and willingness to go that extra mile to help others.

Will received a cross lapel pin and a scrapbook. He was very humbled by the award and felt he didn’t deserve it, but graciously accepted it. About 100 people enjoyed a brisket brunch prepared by the caring committee to honor Will.

Caring Award Recipient: Will Greer

Alert! Newsletter Deadline

Church Beacon Newsletter: Please deliver all Beacon articles for the upcoming June/July issue by email (office.sjpc@gmail.com) or deliver to Room 208. The last chance to be part of this issue is June 10 at 12 Noon.

Alert! Newsletter Deadline

St. John's Weekly Schedule: June 3 - June 10

This week at St. John’s

Sunday, June 3

  9:00 am  Church School

  9:50 am  Chancel Choir Rehearsal
10:30 am  Worship Service

11:45 am  Brunch served by Caring Committee

Monday, June 4

10:00 am  Bob’s Crew (Property grounds projects)

  6:00 pm  Pack 8, Boy Scouts

  6:30 pm  Walking Together

  7:00 pm  Bell Choir

  7:30 pm  Worship Committee

Tuesday, June 5

  9:30 am  Presbyterian Women’s Activity Day
12:00 pm  Staff Meeting

  5:00 pm  Hour of Prayer, Rm. 207

  6:30 pm  “Stay Young, Stay Strong”

  7:00 pm  Scout Troop 688

Wednesday, June 6

  6:00-8:00 pm  Girl Scout Troop 21151
  7:30 pm  St. John’s Book Group

  7:30 pm   Session Meeting

Thursday, June 7

  6:30 pm  “Stay Young, Stay Strong”

Saturday, June 9

  8:00 am  Women’s Bible Small Group

  9:00 am  Presbytery Meeting, St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church

                 5308 Buffalo Speedway, 77005

Sunday, June 10  Beacon Newsletter Deadline

  9:00 am  Church School

  9:50 am  Chancel Choir Rehearsal
10:30 am  Worship Service

11:45 am  Brunch served by Worship Committee

St. John's Weekly Schedule: June 3 - June 10