Wednesday Bible Study

Every Wednesday at 12:00pm via Zoom

All are invited to join the mid-week bible study where we look at the readings for the coming Sunday’s worship, following the style of Lectio Divina. Together, we wonder, wish and notice how these ancient words still speak to us.  Some days we even look for what might be “shimmering” for us!

Some of the current bible study participants say:

• Our discussions help me connect ancient writings with my own lived experience.
• I am always grateful for what I learn from everyone’s various experiences and feedback.
• I like that everyone is welcome to this Bible Study.
• This group is so meaningful to me.
• Getting to know folks better through our “check-in” time.
• It’s a mid-week refocusing on God’s word and living God’s love in the world.

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Passcode: 909287

Stories of Abundant Community 

Sundays in November at 10:15am in Oehler Hall

Throughout November, the adult education class will center around stories of abundant community – welcoming a few St. John’s congregants to share a story of God’s abundance and abundant community in their lives. After listening to stories, folks will be invited to share their own in small groups!

Worship Leader Training

Sunday, November 9 + 16 at 12:30pm in Oehler Hall

This training is for volunteers who currently serve or are interested in getting involved in worship - altar guild, eucharistic servers, lectors, ushers, and greeters. The training will begin with a catered lunch and an opportunity to meet other volunteers serving in worship in similar areas. Steven Johnson, Director of Worship and Music, will speak to the spirit of serving in worship and Eliseo Paniagua, Assistant Director of Worship and Music, will walk-through specific service areas in worship. Longtime volunteers in each area will also share personal insight and tips & tricks for serving!

Please sign up here for either or both training days, depending on which area you’d like to serve in.

• November 9 – Altar Guild, Eucharistic Servers, Lectors
• November 16 – Ushers & Greeters

Young Adult Friendsgiving

Thursday, November 13 at 6:00pm at a Private Residence

The Young Adults in their 20s and 30s are gathering for the 2nd annual Friendsgiving Dinner! Bring your favorite thanksgiving dish and enjoy time in community with fellow St. John's young adults. Littles are always welcome - please RSVP to Jeremy at jeremykaetzel[@]gmail.com for the address.

Young Adult American River Cleanup with Gather Sacramento

Saturday, November 15 at 9:00am at Tiscornia Park

Gather Sacramento, an Ecumenical Young Adult community, is hosting their 2nd event - a River Cleanup on the American River! In partnership with the America River Foundation, we'll spend a few hours cleaning before enjoying lunch togehter. 

Be sure to sign-up to attend the river cleanup here!

November LLL Book Club 

Thursday, November 20 at 11:00am in the Library

The LLL Book Club will gather to discuss When the Tamarind Tree Blooms by Elaine Russell. “At eighteen, Geneviève Dubois—half-Lao, half-French—leaves the orphanage that confined her for fourteen years to search for her parents’ past and her missing twin brother. In 1931 French colonial Laos, she finds herself caught between two worlds, rejected by both French and Lao societies, and even love proves perilous. Where does she belong?” Come join the discussion!

Volunteer with the Community Thanksgiving Meal

Wednesday, November 26 all day at St. John's

This year, St. John's will host the 28th annual Community Thanksgiving Meal! Brought to life with the help of 50+ volunteers and hundreds of food donations, this meal serves over 500 meals to community members in need. There are numerous food donations needed and volunteer slots for the entire family! 

Sign-up to volunteer or donate food here!