Altar Flowers
Today the altar flowers, given by Ann Carlson to the Glory of God, are dedicated to the faithful workers who beautified our sanctuary and fellowship hall for Advent and Christmas.
Break Fast and Bible Study
Dr. Russell Kleckley will continue leading us in a review of the Old Testament.
Prayer List
The prayer list was refreshed. Please send an email to the church email at office@stjohnsirmo.org or place a note in the offering plate to add someone to the list. Also include an address for the person you are asking us to pray for so we can send them a card letting them know we are praying for them.
Council Retreat
On Saturday, January 18, 2025, Council will meet at the church from 9:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. to discuss the following:
• Goals for 2025
• Council covenant
• Property priorities
Youth Group
The Youth Group, which is for all in grades 6-12, meets tonight as well as the 2nd Sunday of each month at 4 P.M. Tonight they will finalize the paint color for the youth room.
Volunteer Opportunities
We need volunteers to help paint the youth room on Jan. 20th and a few people to help prep the room(s) on either Jan. 17, 18 or 19. We will spray paint some furniture and paint at least one room, maybe two, depending on volunteers. Please let pastor Michele know by Jan. 17 if you can help.
Flower and Cleaning Charts – 2025
The flower and cleaning charts for 2025 are posted in the narthex. Please select the dates when you would like to take advantage of these opportunities to serve.
Readings for Next Sunday |
Isaiah 62:1-5 |
Psalm 36:5-10 |
1 Corinthians 12:1-11 |
John 2:1-11 |
Serving on January 12 | First Sunday After Epiphany |
Worship Leader | Pastor Michele Fischer |
Organist | Don Alcorn |
Altar Guild (white) | Julianne Kleckly |
Lector | Emma Gambrell |
Communion Assistant | Charles Eleazer |
Ushers/Greeters | George Eleazer and Steve Kesler |
Church Cleaning | Tim and Nancy Bradshaw |
Serving on January 19 | Second Sunday after Epiphany |
Worship Leader | Pastor Michele Fischer |
Organist | Don Alcorn |
Flowers | Available |
Altar Guild (green) | Bonnie Stevens |
Lector | Steve Kesler |
Communion Assistant | Steve Kesler |
Ushers/Greeters | George Eleazer and Steve Kesler |
Church Cleaning | Tim and Nancy Bradshaw |
What's Happening at St. John's | |
Sunday, January 12 | First Sunday after Epiphany |
9:30 am | Break Fast |
10:00 am | Bible Study |
11:00 am | Worship Service |
12:15 pm | Congregation Council |
4:00 pm | Youth Group |
Wednesday, January 15 | |
10:30 am | Bible Study |
Thursday, January 16 | |
11:30 am - 4:00 pm | Mini-VBS |
Saturday, January 18 | |
9:00 am - 1:00 pm | Council Retreat |
Sunday, January 19 | Second Sunday after Epiphany |
9:30 am | Break Fast |
10:00 am | Bible Study |
11:00 am | Worship Service |
In Our Prayers
Members
Gloria Caulder
Glenn Lindler
Kathy Lindler
Martha Richardson
Judy Saddler
LaRue Snyder
Family and Friends
Linda Brake (Judy Saddler’s Sister)
Lynda Burnside [Ann Carlson’s Sister-in-Law (Arvid’s Sister)]
LeighAnn Forsberg (Friend of Donna Cook)
Joe Kenick (Ann Carlson’s Brother)
Candace McRae (Neighbor of the Samsons)
Kay Miller (Friend of the Bradshaws)
Clergy and Staff
Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton
Bishop Ginny Aebischer & Staff
Pastor Michele Fischer
In Our Armed Forces
Connor Truax (US Army)
John Morrison (US Army)