Announcements for November 16, 2025

DONATION IN LIEU OF ALTAR FLOWERS
In lieu of altar flowers today, Tim and Nancy Bradshaw will make a donation to the Robert Donald Alcorn Scholarship fund at the Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary.

NOISY OFFERINGS
The noisy offerings collected today and on December 21 will benefit Families Helping Families of the Midlands, a partnership between the nonprofit Palmetto Project and WIS News 10. For 35 years Families Helping Families has provided the magic of the holiday season to thousands of Midlands families with children, senior citizens, and adults with disabilities in need.

CONFIRMATION CLASS
Confirmation class will meet today from 12:30 P.M. to 2:30 P.M. Youth are strongly encouraged to attend worship at 11:00 A.M., bring a bag lunch and water bottle. The topic is Holy Communion.

THANKSGIVING WORSHIP SERVICE: Give Thanks Together
On Sunday, November 23, St. John’s will join Shady Grove UMC at their church for a special service of gratitude. Through music, prayer, and Scripture, we’ll lift our voices in thanksgiving for God’s faithfulness in every season. Pastor Michele will preach, and the service will be followed by dinner.

NEWSLETTER
Newsletter information should be sent to newsletter@stjohnsirmo.org by next Sunday, November 23.

BIBLE STUDY
Bible study is held on Wednesday mornings at 10:30 A.M. in the Education Building. We are currently studying the Book of Job.
You may attend in person or via Zoom. If you prefer to participate via Zoom, please let Pastor Michele know so she can send you the link.

ANNUAL MEETING
The annual congregational meeting will be held on Sunday, December 7 following worship. The congregation will vote on the 2026 budget and elect new council members. If you have business you wish to add to the agenda, please contact Bonnie Stevens before November 17.

Please make every effort to attend this important meeting.