Announcements for May 24

The Picnic is Coming
The annual beginning of summer parish picnic will be next Sunday, May 31, following the 10:00 AM service. (This is a week earlier than originally published.) As usual hot dogs and hamburgers will be served. Bring a side or dessert if you wish. We will also plant and bless the parish food garden.

The Bishop is Coming
The Rt. Rev. C. Christopher Epting, assisting bishop in the Diocese of Chicago, will visit St. John’s on Sunday, June 7. Please plan to be present to welcome him to the parish. Read more about Bishop Epting HERE.

Calling All Graduates
If you, or someone in your family, is graduating this spring (at any level) please email or phone the parish office. A couple of sentences with graduation details and future plans, if known, would be great. We will celebrate all parish graduates on May 31.

Michael Soto Recital at St. John’s
You are invited to an exploration of musical influences and inspirations, featuring works of J.S. Bach, Alan Hovhaness, Jean Langlais, and Maurice Duruflé. The recital will take place at St. John's on Saturday, June 13 at 7:00 pm. A free-will offering will benefit the Grande Prairie Children’s Choir.

A Request from Tuti Arquilla
I’m requesting caring Episcopalians to “baby sit” our home during our estate sale (under the direction of Joanne Fisher): Friday, May 29, 9-2; Saturday, May 30, 9-2; Sunday May 31, 11-3. Food and drinks will be provided and you will be allowed to shop. Call 798-1812. Thanks.

Don’t miss it! Youth Group lock-in is Friday, May 29th, 7:00 pm
Parents: pick up by 8:30 am, Saturday, May 30th. An overnight celebration of a great year together—bring your friends, sleeping bags, yoga mats and a willingness to explore the weird and wonderful. You’ll leave with a newfound appreciation of yourselves and St. John’s. Please return your completed permission slips to the parish office, Dee McManamy or Margi Strombeck before May 29th. Wear comfortable clothing you can be active in AND have clean feet (you’ll find out why). Any questions OR if you need permission slips for you and/or your guests, please call or text Dee McManamy or Margi Strombeck.

Parish Office Closure
The parish office will be closed Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day.