HEALING
On the first Sunday of the month, Deacon Jones will be at the side Altar during Communion for healing. The next healing is scheduled for Sunday, December 6 at the 8am and 10 amservices.
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ALTAR GUILD- WEEKLY FLOWERS & SANCTUARY LIGHT
Remember your Loved Ones and Special Thanksgivings by making a donation for the weekly Altar Flowers and/or Sanctuary Light. The forms can be found in the back of the church for memorials -birthdays - thanksgivings -etc. They may be placed in either in the offering plate or handed into the office. Thank you for your support - Nancy Feustel & Barbara Hinton
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PRAYER CONCERNS FOR ST. JOHN’S
For the sick: Roger Giacomini, Teresa Santiago, Bill Hinton, Irena, Philip Wulfken, Christine Bushnell, Jean Giacomini, Cheryl Hairr, Anna Felter, Martha Kee, Marta Dovi, Mark Bellissimo, Brian A., Frank Elliot, Kathy, Tom,Karin, Bill Wesp,Milton Dove, Barbara Aasheim, William Mulligan, RJ Sumner, Rev. Robert Johansson, Robert Earley, Karen Moran, Michael Busterna, Diane, Tom, Ashley Webster, Debbie Peltz, Bill Cahoy,William Murphy, Dick Capobianco, David, Johanna Spittler, Zachary Pickerill, Janet Campbell, Mary Simon, Carlton Wildman, Kerry Walsh, David Saalfield, Charles Baker,Bruce, Sue, Patrick, Katharine, Daniel, Debbie, Muriel DiGiorgio, Elizabeth Wegner, Chris, Betty Nichols, Janice Tuohy, Addison, Gavin, Jaedon, Pinot, Patti, Rick
We pray for all our men and women serving in the armed services and all first responders. May God keep them safe and return them home to their loved ones.
The Altar Flowers and the Perpetual Light are given this week in Loving memory of Marjorie Bienz, the gift of her daughter Fran Gorman.
To have someone entered onto our Prayer List for 4 weeks, please e-mail the church office with the person’s name as well as the requester’s name. The e-mail address is: .
Last Sunday’s attendance: 160
Sunday Servers – 10am Service
November 22November 29
MC – Al SzigethyMC – Earl Matchett
LEM - Linda Ehrenshaft LEM - Leslie Valentine
Acolytes – Peter Minichello Acolytes - Cameron Tracy
Colby Tracy Thalia Tosetti
Carleigh Tracy Luke Cahill
Luke Cahill Emma Cahill
Lector 1 - Rob WheelerLector 1 - MaryKate Brennan
Lector 2 - Janice Burnett Lector 2 - Colby Tracy
THE CHALICE
The weekly Sunday Bulletin of St. John’s Episcopal Church
November 22, 2015
FROM THE DEACON:
This Sunday is the last Sunday of the liturgical year. It is known as the Feast of Christ the King and is an observance of the Church based on Scripture.
"On his robe and on his thigh he has a name inscribed, ‘King of kings and Lord of lords’”. (Revelation 19:16)
“Where is the child who has been born king of the Jews? For we observed his star at its rising, and have come to pay him homage.” (Matthew 2:2)
“Jesus answered, ‘My kingdom is not from this world.’” (John 18:36)
From these passages, Jesus is given the title of Christ the King.
Most of the Gospel readings this past year have come from the Gospel according to Mark. As we journeyed through Mark, we heard how Jesus healed. We have heard how he instructed his disciples about how to live in the world. We have heard him say things like those who want to be great must be servant of all; of how those who welcome a child in his name welcomes him and the one who sent him. We have heard him ask, “But who do you say that I am?” If we say he is the messiah, how fitting it is to say also that he is King of kings and Lord of lords. And so, we end the year proclaiming Christ the King.
King of my life, I crown thee now;
Thine shall the glory be.
Jennie Evelyn Hussey penned these words in 1921. The words were set to music and became a hymn. Jennie lived in New England and spent much of her life caring for her sister. Her life story indicates that she herself suffered greatly from arthritis. In the midst of a difficult life, Jennie Evelyn Hussey so poetically proclaimed Jesus as king.
This year, we observe the Feast of Christ the King with the events that occurred in Paris still fresh in our minds. We need Jesus as messiah and Jesus as king. We need the hope found only in knowing him as Lord and Savior.
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope. (Romans 15:13).
Deacon Anthony Jones
VISITORS AND NEWCOMERS WELCOME!
We welcome you to St. John’s Episcopal Church. Established in 1745, this historic church opens its doors to all who seek to deepen their faith and provides warm hospitality to all. We are blessed by your presence and invite you to fill out a Visitor’s Card on the back table of church. Visit the Greeters’ Kiosk in the rear of church, where Greeters are available to answer questions and provide you with a packet of additional information about church services and activities.
STEWARDSHIP THANK YOU
Thank you for your generosity and faithfulness in the 2016 Stewardship Campaign. If you have not already done so, please fill out a 2016 Pledge Card and drop it in the mail or into the collection basket this Sunday. Extra pledge cards can be found on the table in the back of Church. The Vestry will be approving our budget on December 7th and your contribution is greatly appreciated.
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ECW MEETING
There will be an ECW meeting today at 9am in the Guild Room, where we will discuss the recent Harvest Fair.
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HUNTINGTON COMMUNITY THANKSGIVING SERVICE
On Sunday, November 22 at 7:30 pmat the Huntington Jewish Center located at 510 Park Avenue, Huntington there will be an inter-faith Thanksgiving Service. The preacher at this event will be our own Fr. Duncan. The music will be led by Alex, our Choir Director.An offering will be taken to benefit the Community Food Council of Huntington. All are invited!
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CANTERBURY SHOP
Have you seen all the beautiful fall and Christmas wreaths for sale in the Canterbury Shop? A must have for your seasons decor!
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THANKSGIVING DAY SERVICE
There is a new Thanksgiving Day Service tradition starting this year! The plan is an annual Thanksgiving Day Service between our Episcopal churches located in Cold Spring Harbor, Plainview, Oyster Bay and here in Huntington. The first service will be held on Thursday, November 26 at 10 am at St. John’s, Cold Spring Harbor. The Celebrant will be the Rev. Jennifer Andrews-Weckerly of St. Margaret’s, the Deacon will be the Rev. Anthony Jones, and the Preacher will be the Rev. Jesse W. Lebus of St. John’s, CSH.
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CELTIC SERVICE
The next Celtic Service will be on Sunday, November 29 at 5:30 pm. Please plan on joining us.
ECW ADOPT-A-FAMILY
The ECW will be participating in the St. John’s Episcopal Hospital’s Adopt-A-Family Program this Christmas. There will be snowflakes available to take home starting this Sunday. Each snowflake will state what gift is needed, age and child’s name. All purchased gifts should be gift wrapped and have the individual snowflake tag attached to the gift. All gifts need to be dropped off by Sunday, December 6. Any questions, please contact Linda Ehrenshaft at: 631-863-1118.
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ADVENT WREATH MAKING
It was a joyous gathering in the Great Hall last year…all of St. John’s sitting down together on the First Sunday in Advent creating Advent Wreaths. Parishioners of all ages gathered as a family to prepare for Christmas.
Join us on November 29th after the 10 am service as we continue this tradition. We will provide greens, wire wreaths, candles and music...all we need is your company. Please join us and bring a friend! This is a perfect opportunity to invite family to visit St. John’s.If you saved your wire wreath frame from last year, please bring it with you!
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ADVENT AT ST. JOHN’S
Join us on Sundays, November 29, December 6 and 13, at 9 am for the Advent Series “A Thrill of Hope.” Also, starting on Monday, November 30 through December 23 there will be Morning Prayer for Advent on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 9 am in the church. This advent season we will be reading “Advent with Evelyn Underhill.” Copies are available on the table at the back of the church.
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YOUTH GROUP WREATH SALE
Time to order your Christmas wreaths, roping, poinsettias, and Christmas cactus.Order forms can be found in the back of church and on our website! Order deadline is Monday, November 30.Order pick up is Saturday, December 5 from 10am to 1 pm; and Sunday, December 6 from 8:30 am to 12 Noon. Any questions, please contact Ford Spilsbury at 212-873-7088.
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ST. JOHN’S SPIRITUALITY GROUP – ADVENT QUIET DAY
Please set some time apart and join us on Saturday, December 12 as the St. John’s SpiritualityGroup hosts An Advent Quiet Day, which will beled by Louise Litke. Advent is a time of expectant waiting and a season of preparation for the coming birth of Jesus. Louise will lead us in three separate meditations about spiritual preparation, each followed by time for personal quiet reflection. The day starts at 9 am with a Full Breakfast, and the program starts at 9:45 am through 12:45 pm. We request a donation of $20 per person. ALL are welcome – invite your friends and family for this special day of quiet reflection. For reservations please contact Heather Kress at: , or 631-549-5186.