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Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost
Reserved Sacrament: Rite II
October 11, 2026
Dear People of Saint John's,
This Sunday Deacon Paul will preach from the Gospel, Matthew 22:1 – 14, reminding us that the table is set, the banquet is ready, and there is a place for you!
Speaking of banquets...
There is also a place for you at the
Fall Community Breakfast tomorrow
9:00–11:00 am in the gym!
You are invited! The people of St. John’s and St. Paul’s join forces to create a feast that includes pancakes, eggs, sausage, waffles, and more.
If you have questions or would like to volunteer tomorrow morning, please contact Isabelle at saintjohnstroyhospitality@gmail.com.
Come to the Garden for the Blessing of the Animals!
10:00 am
Bring your animal friends (on leashes or in a carrier) to receive their blessing from Deacon Paul in the spirit of St. Francis.
This Sunday, October 11th
The Blessing of the Stewart Family Memorial Bench.
Please join Deacon Paul in the garden directly after the 10:00 am service to honor the memory of Wellington and Sarah Stewart and their son, Henry.
2026 Stewardship Packets are Available
Packets include frequently asked questions about stewardship and a letter from Senior Warden Don Lansing.
Please find your packet in the box (alphabetically by last name) in the Narthex.
Stewardship Workshops begin in the Thompson Room after Coffee Hour
This Sunday, October 11
Living (and Still Giving) on Less
Junior Warden Sandy Hutchison has been either "low income" or "very low income" per HUD guidelines her whole time at St. John’s and will share her practical tips for staying financially secure and giving despite living on a low income—even if you hate to budget as much as she does.
Volunteer Opportunities
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd
Adult observers are needed during the CGTS sessions on Sundays from 9:30 to 11:30 am.
Please contact Gaby at ggastelum@stjohnstroy.org.
Coffee Hour Needs You!
Please contact Isabelle Andrews atsaintjohnstroyhospitality@gmail.com or find the sign-up sheet for each Sunday in the Thompson Room hallway along with coffee-hour procedures and suggestions.
Coming Up
Saturday, October 17th
10:00 am
Memorial Service for David Hunn
January 20, 1944-June 3, 2026
Sunday, October 18th
Children’s Service and Birthday Sunday
For those of you who will be worshiping with us via live stream, be sure to let us know that you are there through the chat feature, so that we can greet you at the passing of the Peace. Service Links are found at the top right of this page.
Come join in worship!
With gratitude for our life together,
June Waters
What to Look For (to Send a Chat)
Once you are viewing the live stream by pressing the link above, there should be a "conversation" to the right of the stream (Top Chat). Like this:
Other Links you might find helpful.
