Announcements for May 27

• This Sunday is Pentecost: Wear Red!
  This Sunday, May 27, is Pentecost. It is an informal custom in the church for people to wear red to church on Pentecost, representing the “tongues, as of fire” that rested upon the disciples (Acts 2:1-4).
   
• Parish Picnic is Next Sunday, June 3
  A sure sign of summer, the traditional parish picnic will be held on the south lawn next Sunday June 3, beginning around 11:15 a.m. Grilled hot dogs and hamburgers will be provided. If you can, bring a side or dessert to share.
   
• Last Call for Information on Graduates
  Are you, or is someone in your household, graduating this spring? High School? College? Graduate or professional school? Please call or e-mail the parish office with the details—the graduate’s name, the school graduating from and future plans, if known. A special “Parish is People—Graduates’ Edition” will be published with the e-vangelist next week. We will also recognize parish high school graduates during the 10:00 service on June 3.
   
• Looking Ahead: Fourth of July Ice Cream Social
  St. John’s ice cream social is a wonderful part of the Fourth of July tradition in Flossmoor. It is our gift to the community. Many volunteers are needed on July 4th, and also for set up and clean up. Contact Gale Michael to volunteer. Also, contributions from parishioners help us continue to offer children’s entertainment at the event and to keep food costs low. Look for donation envelopes around the church.
   
• Sunday School on Summer Vacation
  Sunday School classes for children and adults are on vacation for the summer.
   
• Parish Office Closed for Memorial Day
  The parish office will be closed Monday, May 28, in honor of Memorial Day.
   
• South Suburban Summer Happenings (including Vacation Bible School)
  The South Suburban Ministerial Association has produced a flyer with information on at least some of the programs various faith communities are offering this summer. Copies are posted. Faith Lutheran Church in Homewood is again offering vacation Bible School for children, and First Presbyterian Church in Homewood offers an evening, inter-generational vacation Bible School.