Weekly Bulletin: Staying connected as a Church 21 November 2021

Kia ora St John’s whānau,

This Sunday we consider what it means to be chosen by God.

Young people will start with their peer group time in the St John's Centre from 10:00am. Around 10.45am, their leaders will bring them across to join with the rest of the congregation in worship. And the Youth Band will lead two songs.

We will also hear who has recently received Outreach grants, and from one of our elders – Linda van Milligan.

We know that while we remain under Alert Level 2 the maximum numbers for gatherings is 100.  So, as well as worshipping at St John’s in the City this Sunday, we also offer a live stream option. Here are the details for joining in worship via Zoom…

Zoom Meeting ID: 370 260 759

Passcode: worship

The link to join the Zoom worship service is below.

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/370260759?pwd=b2ZkajZ5d28rTy9EN1VKZDJUM3N4dz09 ’>

If using your phone: dial 04 886 0026 (Meeting ID: 370 260 759#, Passcode: 1560107#)

This is the link to the printable Service Sheet

This Sunday after the service, you are invited to stay for tea and coffee.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR A CHILDREN & FAMILIES MINISTRY WORKER

We are passionate about ministry with young people, and seeking passionate leadership for coordinating this in our midst. Our VISION STATEMENT for ministry with young people is “Enjoying faith formation with young people in an intergenerational community, equipping them for a lifetime of discipleship and encouraging them to worship, grow, live, and share as children of God.”
This part-time permanent position is for 18.75 hours per week with flexibility when the hours are worked. This role includes our gathered time as a Church community on Sunday mornings. Those interested in up to full-time equivalent work may also consider a harmonious position working with young people in a part-time Assistant Chaplain role currently advertised by Scots College. https://www.scotscollege.school.nz/scots-college-assistant-chaplain/
Perhaps you know someone you could you pass this information on to…?
For the position description or any questions

Please contact: enquiries@stjohnsinthecity.org.nz   

Phone: 04 385 1546
Closing date for applications is Friday 3rd December 2021

CONGREGATIONAL FORUM – TRAFFIC LIGHT SYSTEM

The Government has announced that the new Traffic Light Protection Framework may be coming into effect this month. While the media has highlighted the conflict around this, the St John’s Session are wanting to find a way to manage this that bears witness to our faith.

Before Session makes necessary decisions, there will be an opportunity for anyone to join a discussion to better understand the relevant issues for us as a Church, and to hear different perspectives.  You are invited to be part of a Congregational Forum after the service on Sunday 28th November.  Please come ready to share and listen together, so we can recognise the range of perspectives and maintain unity.  (Ephesians 4:3)

FELLOWSHIP GROUP

This year the Fellowship Group Advent Meeting actually falls into Advent – on Tuesday 30 November 2021.  Starting in the Church at 11am for worship, moving to the St John’s Centre afterwards for a finger food lunch (which is provided), complete with ice cream and strawberries!  Please bring a koha for Christian World Service.

CHRISTMAS STAR BOXES

At St John’s we have empty Christmas Star Boxes from Wellington City Mission – for us to fill them with gifts! Filling these boxes is a way to spread love as we celebrate Christmas, and will make a joyous difference for people in need.  Gifts are to be unwrapped, and here are some ideas: Vouchers (e.g. Movies/Zoo/Pool/Supermarket), construction toys (e.g. Lego/Meccano/Blocks) books, puzzles & board games, sports gear.  The last Sunday before the Christmas Star Boxes are collected is 5th December – so we have just a few weeks to make our donations!

MENTORING PROGRAMME

We give thanks to God for the first-ever 12 month Mentoring Programme which recently concluded. Next year, we are running our second St John's Mentoring Programme.

As part of our St John's inter-generational faith formation, this Mentoring Programme expresses our Mission Statement very well.

Will you be involved as a Mentor?  Will you be involved as a Mentee?

As the start of this Mentoring Programme will be at the beginning of 2022, we encourage you to register your interest early.