ALTAR FLOWERS
The altar flowers are given to the Glory of God and in honor of the four young people being confirmed today (Andrew Bateman, Paige Koen, Alaina Matthews, and Caleb McKinney) by Don Alcorn.

CONFIRMATION SUNDAY
Today is Pentecost, and we are asking people to wear red. Also, four of our youthful members (Andrew Bateman, Paige Koen, Alaina Matthews, and Caleb McKinney) will be confirmed. Following the worship service, Tara and Bryan Bateman will provide a reception catered by Dupre Catering and Events. Two sheet cakes (one chocolate and one vanilla) will be provided.

THE CHURCH OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED ON MONDAY, MAY 25, 2026
 
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
Vacation Bible School will be held on Monday, June 1, 2026 through Thursday, June 4, 2026. The times will be from 6:30 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. on Monday through Wednesday, and from 6:30 P.M. to 8:30 P.M. on Thursday, when we will conclude with a hotdog supper. Students will learn about Joseph and his dreams, Queen Esther, a generous widow, and Jesus’ prayer.

The theme verse for this year is ” I can do all things through him who strengthens me.” (Philippians 4:13)

Registration is open through today (Sunday, May 24, 2026). Older children are invited to participate as helpers with various activities. We need people who can help with snacks, games, arts and crafts, and decorations. Please speak with Jan Samson or Pastor Michele if you would like to help!

As part of our preparation for VBS and the Snowball Mountain Challenge, we are taking a collection of snowflakes! Can you make a paper snowflake or two and place them in the offering plate or leave them in the church office? They can be of any size! 

HOMECOMING
This year Homecoming will be observed on Sunday, June 28, 2026. This year will be the 112th anniversary of the founding of St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church of Irmo on Saturday, July 4, 1914. Coleen and Homer Thompson will provide lunch (including desserts) for us following the worship service.

We have invited Pomaria Lutheran Church to join us for worship and lunch. We hope you will mark this day on your calendar and plan to join us! Invite your friends and neighbors, too!

CONSTITUTION
The Congregation Council has begun updating St. John’s constitution, which was last updated in 1999. The ELCA provides a Model Constitution for Congregations, which is rooted in Scripture and the Lutheran Confessions, and includes required and recommended provisions to ensure unity, flexibility, and faithful witness. Congregations are called to regularly review and update their constitutions, and we are trying to get in compliance. Once a draft has been finalized by Council, it will be presented to the congregation for approval.