Announcements for September 1

St. John’s Jubilation – September 8
St. John’s annual fall ministry fair and Sunday School registration takes place following the 10:00 a.m. service next Sunday, September 8.

Reunion with the Diocese of Quincy
The reunion of the Episcopal Dioceses of Chicago and Quincy will become effective this Sunday, September 1. The united Diocese will be known as the Diocese of Chicago. The geographic area that had been the Diocese of Quincy will become the Peoria Deanery within the Diocese of Chicago. Read more here.

What Did You Do This Summer?
Everyone, young and old, is invited to bring in a photo or flyer or (pinnable) memento from your summer activities and pin it on the bulletin board in the undercroft. Whether you went to camp or spent time on long-standing interests; had a staycation or an overseas adventure; planted a garden; went to the movies; read War and Peace; or spent time with friends and family; please share your experiences.

2013-2014 Parish Calendar
The calendar of this year’s parish activities is now available. It has been distributed via e-mail and paper copies are available on the information tables.

New Freezer
St. John’s has a new kitchen freezer. Thank you to the Episcopal Church Women for funding the purchase of the freezer. And thank you to Shirley Reilly for her work researching and purchasing it.

Sign Up to Attend the Diocesan Block Party
The newly-renovated St. James Commons is now open for all to enjoy and on September 15 from 3 – 6 p.m. they’re throwing a big block party to celebrate. There will be great music, food trucks, fun for kids and tours of the new diocesan center. Look for light blue flyers with more information. If you would like to attend, please sign up in the church or undercroft. We will try to coordinate transportation.

Parish Office Schedule
The parish office will be closed Labor Day, September 2. Beginning Tuesday, September 3, winter hours will resume. The office will be open daily, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.