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The Eagle ST. JOHN’S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH a reconciling in Christ congregation 330 Ferry Street, Easton, PA 18042 Pastor: The Reverend Susan D. Ruggles Vicar: Jamie Edelman Director of Music: Jessica Madow phone: 610-258-6119 e-mail: [email protected] website: stjohnseaston.org Newsletter Submissions to: [email protected] June 2021 New Series Volume MMXX1— No. 6 2021 June, 2021 A time of beginnings. Someone is graduating high school or college and beginning a new chapter in her life. Someone else is getting married and beginning a life sharing ‘forever’ with a beloved partner. A baby is born, a new morning of breathing for very small lungs. Someone is retiring after 38 years of commitment that used God given gifts effectively. A family gathers without their matriarch. A time of beginnings. Throughout our lives, we change gears, we change direction, we change our minds, life happens and we experience new beginnings. With the start of something new we might experience the end of something else. My niece is graduating, a new job starts, but college ends. My husband is retiring, days are now his to navigate. I preside at a funeral, family celebrations and holidays change. In our lives we witness many beginnings, and many changes. I remember teaching a Bible class on the book of Hebrews to seventh and eighth graders. We got to one verse, I urged them to memorize, “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.” (Hebrews 13:8) It was obvious to me that these students would experience a lot of changes, a lot of new beginnings. I now understand, more than ever, ALL of us experience many new beginnings. I know one thing doesn’t change. Jesus Christ loves us and continues to be with us in our time of beginnings. We do well to remember and take great joy in that knowledge. Pray that a new job is fruitful and meaningful. Pray that our partners in life forgive us and relationships grow. Pray that the little ones are protected from harm. Pray that in the next stage of labor God continues to use our skills. Pray for families who miss loved ones. It’s a beginning. In peace, Pastor Sue
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ST. JOHN’S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH
a reconciling in Christ congregation
330 Ferry Street, Easton, PA 18042
Pastor: The Reverend Susan D. Ruggles Vicar: Jamie Edelman
Director of Music: Jessica Madow
phone: 610-258-6119
e-mail: [email protected]
website: stjohnseaston.org
Newsletter Submissions to: [email protected]
June 2021 New Series Volume MMXX1— No. 6 2021
When actions outside June, 2021
A time of beginnings. Someone is graduating high school or college and beginning a new chapter in her life. Someone else is getting married and beginning a life sharing ‘forever’
with a beloved partner. A baby is born, a new morning of breathing for very small lungs. Someone is retiring after 38 years of commitment that used God given gifts effectively. A family gathers without their matriarch. A time of beginnings. Throughout our lives, we change gears, we change direction, we change our minds, life happens and we experience new beginnings. With the start of something new we might experience the end of something else. My niece is graduating, a new job starts, but college ends. My husband is retiring, days are now his to navigate. I preside at a funeral, family celebrations and holidays change. In our lives we witness many beginnings, and many changes. I remember teaching a Bible class on the book of Hebrews to seventh and eighth graders. We got to one verse, I urged them to memorize, “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.” (Hebrews 13:8) It was obvious to me that these students would experience a lot of changes, a lot of new beginnings. I now understand, more than ever, ALL of us experience many new beginnings. I know one thing doesn’t change. Jesus Christ loves us and continues to be with us in our time of beginnings. We do well to remember and take great joy in that knowledge. Pray that a new job is fruitful and meaningful. Pray that our partners in life forgive us and relationships grow. Pray that the little ones are protected from harm. Pray that in the next stage of labor God continues to use our skills. Pray for families who miss loved ones. It’s a beginning. In peace, Pastor Sue
Please Join in Welcoming Vicar . . .
Jamie Edelman
Let’s wish her the best . . .
Welcome Reception June 6th - following worship
VBS—Save the Date! August 2nd-6th, 2021
Join us as we Embark on an epic quest through hidden ruins, ancient caves, and dense jungles. At Treasured VBS, You will dig into action-packed,
faith-filled adventures. discover God's greatest treasure isn’t diamonds, gems,
or gold–it's You!
Be on the look-Out for registration forms, and Volunteer opportunities coming soon!
Altar flower dedications / memorial
requests are currently being accepted for the following dates:
June 27th & July Dates
Please consider one of the weeks above as an act of
remembrance or celebration for someone you love!
Did You Know . . .
You can watch the Worship Service live on
Sunday Mornings . . . We are currently
“Live-Streaming” right to your device. Tune into our
YouTube page or our website: www.stjohnseaston.org
Truth for Women is now
“BLOOM” Truth For Women and Bloom Bangor
(2 local women’s crisis organizations),
have announced their merger into a combined non-profit organization
with a new name, Bloom. The blending of both agencies will enable
them to serve more women survivors of human trafficking and assist
our community more effectively.
Both organizations were birthed and rooted in faith and remain
committed to this legacy and the values of integrity and compassion,
confidentiality and courage, best practices and professionalism,
collaboration, as well as an unwavering commitment and persistence
towards ending the injustice of sex trafficking. BLOOM will now
operate three new residential homes in the Lehigh Valley. Our
continued support of this organization is needed greater than ever. The
crime of sex trafficking is second only to drug trafficking in its
profitability, and it occurs in communities throughout our country.
My Sister’s Closet, a women’s upscale, resale boutique continues to
provide financial support for BLOOM. Please support My Sister’s
Closet by donating your gently used professional women’s clothing. We
are currently collecting spring and summer clothing/accessories. No
undergarments. A drop off box is in the women’s restroom area at
St. John’s. Or you can drop them off at the boutique.
Also, a private shopping event has been organized for members of St.
John’s on July 17th, from 3-5pm. My Sister’s Closet is located at 3400
Bath Pike, Suite 103, Rt. 512 (just a short distance off Rt. 22).
Please contact Judi Kalapay for directions if needed. Or call,
610-866-5755. To learn more about My Sister’s Closet or donating,
visit their website at www.shopmysisterscloset.com.
Hope to see you there!
For information on other ways to help or
volunteer visit:
www.truthforwomen.org
Thank you. The Outreach Committee
June 9:30 am Worship Altar Guild June: Barbara Horinko / Sylvia Orem
June 6 Second Sunday after Pentecost Liturgical Color: Green Reading: Mark 3:20-35 Reader: Lynn Kutch Worship Assistant: Jim Heck Comm. Assistants /Usher: Michelle Fritzo / Bob Black June 13 Third Sunday after Pentecost Liturgical Color: Green Reading: Mark 4:26-34 Reader: Chuck Lewis Worship Assistant: Joyce Petty Usher: Michelle Fritzo /Wayne Docker June 20 Fourth Sunday after Pentecost Liturgical Color: Green Reading: Mark 4:35-41 Reader: Ian Heck Worship Assistant: Vicar Jamie Edelman Comm. Assistants / Usher: Michelle Fritzo / Sue Glenn June 27 Fifth Sunday after Pentecost Liturgical Color: Green Reading: Mark 5:21-43 Reader: Ian Heck Worship Assistant: Chris Orem Comm. Assistant / Usher: Michelle Fritzo / Roger Ruggles
9:30 am Worship begins June 6th . . .
Arise, Shine, for your Light has Come! Join Us!
Isaiah 60:1
FYI — Tuesday and Thursday Bible
Studies will be running through
June 15th, then will take a break
for the Summer.
Please Join us . . . Summer Brunch & the Bible Dialogue
July 11th —
Following Worship
August 8th —
Following Worship
Come snack and study!
Arndt’s Lutheran Church
1851 Arndt Road, Easton , PA
Is hosting an “Old Fashioned Hymn Sing”
August 18th, at 5:30 pm
- Sponsored by the NEPA Synod
June 2021Sun Mon Tue Wed
1 Vicar Jamie Starts
Bible Study 5:30 pm Mark
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6 Vicar Welcome Reception Finance Mtg: Following Worship
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8 Bible Study 5:30 pm Mark
9 Council Reports Due
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14 Council Meeting 7:00 pm
15 Bible Study 5:30 pm Mark
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20 Father’s Day
Property Mtg. - Following Worship
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Church Worship: 9:30 am Sundays **Begins June 6th
2021 Wed Thu Fri Sat
3 Bible Study 5:30 pm The Epistles
4 Synod Assembly
5 Synod Assembly
Council Reports
10 Prayer Group 9:30 am Bible Study 5:30 pm The Epistles
11 Newsletter Deadline
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17 Bible Study 5:30 pm The Epistles
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24 Prayer Group 9:30 am
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NA Meetings: Thursday @
7:00 pm (Fellowship
Hall)
. . . A number of members have
been asking me, “How is the Organ Campaign going?” I have been answering, “Well and moving on track.” The beginning of May, the Organ Renovation Project was completed and we have made our final payment to Emery Brothers, Inc. At the end of April the Campaign raised $30,996. To put that into prospective, the Campaign Goal is $50,000. We have two $10,000 loans to pay off, one to the Memorial Fund and one to the Property Depreciation Account. Reaching our Campaign goal would receive another $19,004. Funds still available from the Campaign are about $700. Together they pay off the two loans. We are doing well and we are on track, but we can not lose our focus and commitment. To reach our goal those who pledged to the Campaign need to continue their fine support. Those who did not pledge and continue to share contributions, your continuous support is critical. To those who have not yet made a contribution, prayerfully consider what you might do. In the first two years of the Campaign there has been a surprise gift each year. Where will this year’s blessed surprise come from? Steve Moyer, Treasurer
2020 Jan Feb Mar Apr
$30,996
$28,000
www.nepasynod.org/publications/synod-news/.
If you would like to read the Synod News. Please find it online @:
Do you know any High
School or College Grads? St. John’s would like to congratulate
them and their achievements. Please
contact the church office or e-mail us the graduates Name /
School and information. Thanks!
Thinking of you on Father’s Day,
and offering a
That God will keep you always,
In the of God’s care -
May God guide you in your daily work
Bless everything you do And grant you all those joys
Fathers Day
Hi everyone. Thank you all who attended The National Day of Prayer Service. We had 5 people altogether and some great discussions. Whenever the President says the country should gather in prayer, I think that is a good thing. Again, Thanks. Pastor
St. John’s Office Phone: 610-258-6119
Office Hours: 9:00 am-12:00 pm
Don Johnson our Driver can be reached through the
church office @ 610-258-6119, or if you need a ride to
church, please call 610-360-5268.
Staff E-Mail
Pastor -
Susan Ruggles [email protected]
Vicar -
Jamie Edelman [email protected]
Office / Admin. -
Melissa Dean [email protected]
Property Manager -
Tyler VanAllen [email protected]
Director of Music -
Jessica Madow [email protected]
Sexton -
Michelle Fritzo [email protected]
Newsletter [email protected]
SCAVENGER HUNT at Home
Ask an adult to help!
All those who complete the project will receive a gift card.
Deadline: Monday, June 7th—9:30 am.
(email to: [email protected])
SCAVENGER HUNT (Draw, Take Pictures, Be Creative . . .)
• Someone you live with _____________________________
• Any pets? What are their names? _____________________
• Find a Bible in your House __________________________
• Name a Book of the Bible ___________________________
• Name a Character from the Bible ____________________
• In your Backyard, Something Growing __________
• In your Room, What is your Favorite Toy ________________
• In your kitchen, Something you can Eat ________________ • Show us YOU doing Something Fun? _________________
• Beginning June 6th, what time does Church Start? _________
We want to see what you come up with!
Come Join us at Worship, All are Welcome!
Youth—We Miss You!
Summer is approaching, and schedules are busy
and it is getting hard to meet . . .
Lets do something together, and win a prize, even if
we aren’t together in person!
Give thanks to the God of
Heaven, for God’s
steadfast love endures
forever. Psalm
136:26
Richard Ruland
5/29/31—3/31/21
Chrysanthe Swan
6/16/28—4/20/21
Gloria Brown
5/26/36—4/28/21
(mother of Cindy Black)
Remembering those
members who have
passed . . .
Birthdays 6/1—Janel Ruggles 6/2—Sydney Hammerstone 6/4—Connie Garr 6/5—Hilda Kalapay 6/6—John Border 6/10—Carolyn Moyer 6/10—Roger Ruggles 6/19—Judith Fenical 6/22—Stephen Remel 6/25—Christopher Franco 6/25—Barbara Robinson 6/26—Lois Anne Calloway 6/26—Larenzo Crozier 6/27—Beverly Lewis 6/28—Victoria Petty
Anniversaries 6/7—Rob & Darlene Smith 6/24—Peggy & Tony Pitt 6/26—Carolyn & Steve Moyer 6/28—Christine & Jeffery Skinner 6/29—Megan & Ian Heck
(*If you were missed, please contact the church office.)
Contributions can always be mailed to the Church @
330 Ferry Street, Easton, PA 18042
The Bethlehem/ Easton Mission District
INGATHERING will be
held Wednesday, July 28,
2021, 10:00 a.m.
at
New Jerusalem Lutheran Church, 3233 Apples Church Road, Leithsville, PA
(outside of Hellertown).
We are still collecting bottles of shampoo, (adult &
childrens) and were asked to donate 100 bottles!
At last count, we have 57 bottles.
We are just over 1/2 away there!
We are also looking for volunteers to help
at the ingathering if you are interested,
please contact a member of the Outreach
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