Friday, August 31, 2012

Announcements for September 2

St. John’s Jubilation and Fall Ministry Fair Next Sunday
St. John’s Fall Kick Off celebration, Ministry Fair and Sunday School registration takes place next Sunday, September 9, following the 10:00 a.m. liturgy. Come catch up with parishioners after summer vacations, browse displays of activities and ministries at St. John’s and register children for Sunday School.

Last Call for Delegates for Diocesan Convention
The 175th Annual Convention of the Diocese of Chicago takes place this year November 16-17 at the Westin Lombard Yorktown Center. More information is available on the diocesan website. Everyone is invited to attend; you may register on-line. If you are interested in serving as a delegate from St. John’s please speak to the Rector.

Thank You to James Janssen
Throughout most of the summer James Janssen has provided organ music and musical leadership for our Sunday worship services. His presence has been a wonderful gift and a blessing. Next Sunday he returns to his regular “winter” job at St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church in Evanston.

2012-2013 Parish Calendar Available
A summary calendar of activities and holy days for the upcoming year at St. John’s is available. Print copies are available on the information tables and an electronic copy was e-mailed with last week’s e-vangelist.

Parish Office Closed for Labor Day
The parish office will be closed Monday, September 3, in observance of Labor Day.

Children’s Choral Workshop Here!
The Grande Prairie Choral Arts Children’s Choral Workshop will meet this fall here at St. John’s. Open to all students in first through fourth grades, the sessions meet on Tuesday afternoons. For more information, visit www.grandeprairiechoral.org or call 708-481-8684.