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Can I really make an IMPACT in the world? • YES! through THIS Weekend’s Impact Offering! The last weekend

of every month, you have the opportunity to financially support ministry outside of the walls of St. John through the Impact Offering. Your generosity supports various ministries near like serving people in need living in West County through Christ in Action or as far as Cambodia by supporting short term mission trip participants. Without your support, St. John would be unable to impact the lives of those living outside of our church.

Cambodia 2017 Mission Trip: Orientation Meeting Today • In February 2017, St. John will send 12 short-term mission trip

team members to Sihanoukville, Cambodia to serve with our partner, Stronghold Cambodia.

• Join us to learn more at the orientation meeting, Sunday August 28 at 12noon, Ministry Center, 3rd floor, Imagineering Room

• Contact Karen at kslimack@stjstl.net or 636.779.2345 or Vicki Helling at meglarvic@sbcglobal.net

• We have 2 spots remaining.

Please submit prayer requests at stjstl.net/prayer-requests. Our staff will pray for you during the week.

Ill June Brown; Melba Goebel; Bob and Bonnie Hoeken; Pat Hoffman; Jane Hofmann; Lou Kern; Lori Reed; Jovie Disterhoft; Bill Ellison

Sympathy To the Heep family in the passing of Don’s mother and Steve’s Grandma, Vernell Heep on August 21

Baptism Leonard (Leo) Walker Burke, infant son of Cassandra Showmaker and Logan Burke, baptized after the 10:45am service on Sunday

Additional Prayers Praise and Thanksgiving to God for Logan’s continued healing; For students to acclimate well to the new school year; Health and strength for Sandy diagnosed with breast cancer; Comfort for Wes; David's healing especially his vision; Healing for Hannah’s back; For Telia, Nemi, and Isaiah to have a good school year; For Oleg’s knee to be healed; Complete recovery for Jan; Mary's mother undergoing chemo for liver and lung cancer; Success for Peter's new move; For Trish as she faces eye surgery; God’s Strength for Julie, Dustin and family; For Jovie to get the lungs she needs to live fully; For Christine as she tries new methods for cancer; For adult children who are struggling to find their way; For the Holy Spirit to continue His work at Stronghold Cambodia; Continued safe travel for Jesse; For those suffering from natural disasters; Wisdom for our Country’s Leaders; For God’s people to love others with the compassion of Christ; God’s Will be done in all things.

Women's DIY Night: Stay off the Pinterest Fail Page! Attend Our DIY Event!

• Join other women of St. John for wine and appetizers and learn to decorate cookies, arrange flowers and set your table with fancy folded napkins.

• Thursday, September 8 at 7:00pm in St. John Commons• Cost $30/person. Seating is limited. • Register at stjstl.net/dyi by September 1• Contact Val Kraus at 636.537.1140 or vzkraus@yahoo.com

Trailblazer’s September Meeting–Seniors Count• Learn about everyday needs for seniors as our population continues

to age rapidly. • Jamie Opsal, MSG, Project Manager. Seniors Count of Greater

St. Louis, will be our guest speaker.• Trailblazers is a monthly gathering for those 55 and over, but ALL

are welcome to attend.• Monday, September 12, 11:30am, Ministry Center, Room 250• Lunch is $10. For lunch reservations, call Laveda Jaeger at

636.527.0368 by September 7.

Thinking about Baptism for you or your child?• If you would like to learn about baptism and how to make the most

of your child’s spiritual LIFEjourney, join us Sunday, September 11 at 10:45am in Commons D.

• If you’re a teen or adult who’s interested in Baptism, we’d love to talk to you, too.

• Contact Julie at jlorenz@stjstl.net or 636.779.2343

Want to learn more about St. John? Not sure where to start?

• Attend Getting Started, a 90-minute orientation to St. John on Sunday, September 11, 9:00am

• Register at stjstl.net/getting-started or contact Julie at jlorenz@stjstl.net or 636.779.2343

• Childcare is available with pre-registration.

Are you interested in leading a group of people as they grow in their faith journey?

• Are you interested in leading a group of people as they grow in their faith journey? We are seeking individuals and couples who are friendly and warm to facilitate or host LIFEgroups

• LIFEgroups are small groups designed to dive into Bible studies, serve the community and invest in each other.

• Interested? Contact Dorothy at dvollmayer@stjstl.net or 636.779.2357

Do you want to feel in control of your finances instead of your finances controlling you? Financial Peace University (FPU) by Dave Ramsey can help.

• FPU is a 9-week class that will teach you how to create a budget, save for emergencies and change your behavior to pay down debt and take control of your finances.

• Sundays beginning September 18• FPU kits are approximately $102 per household. • Give it a try—the first class is free!• Contact Janice at jschultz@stjstl.net to sign up for the first class or

register stjstl.net/fpu for the whole course.

WEEKENDS AT ST. JOHNWorship TimesSaturday, 5:00pm, SanctuarySunday, 9:00am* & 10:45am*, Sanctuary

August 27 & 28 | Dion GarrettSeptember 3 & 4 | Stephen Hower

Children’s Ministry options are available at the times marked*. Children may worship with their families, too. A parents’ room is available in the Sanctuary lobby if you need to step out for a moment.

YouVersion app can be found at LifeChurch.tv or by searching for “YouVersion” in your app store.

DID YOU KNOW?

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ADULTS

Parents, Got Questions? The Next Generation Open House is for YOU!

• What happens each weekend in Children’s Ministry?• What is CORE? What about my high schooler?• When is Confirmation?• Get answers from our Next Gen leaders to the how, what, why and

when. Separate breakouts for each age group, birth through 18 years.• Monday, August 29 OR Tuesday, August 30 at 6:30pm,

The Commons• For more information, call Chris at 636.779.2320

6th–8th graders—CORE is kicking off!

• Hang out with friends and meet new ones while you dig into important stuff that is core to your LIFEjourney. CORE includes live music, intriguing games, large group teaching and small group discussions.

• CORE begins September 11 and runs through the school year from 10:30am–12noon in Cornerstone.

• Registration for new and returning students is now open.• Check out the details and register at stjstl.net/students

Middle School Fall Retreat for 6th–8th Grade!• Save the date: October 21–23• We're going to Lake Williamson in Carlinville, Illinois• Your weekend will be filled with skits, team competitions, incredible

messages and worship and maybe even a lip sync competition• Open to all 6th–8th graders. You can even invite a friend to join us.• Check out the details and register at stjstl.net/students

KIDS & STUDENTS

PRAYERS

EMPLOYMENTEmployment OpportunitiesAre you seeking more than just a job? Come work for St. John Church and make an eternal difference in the lives of others.

Missions Coordinator This part-time position working 22–25 hours per week is responsible for supporting the mission activities at local, national and international level while encouraging a culture focused on best missional practices.

Administrative Assistant This full-time position is responsible for providing administrative support for LifeJourney and Next Generation Ministries focusing primarily on the areas of Children and Student Ministries. Hours are typically Monday–Friday from 8:00am–4:30pm.

Worship Administrative Coordinator Be the organized person that holds together the all the details for the amazing worship services happening every week on this campus. This part-time position works 26-28 hours a week typical working Monday–Wednesday from 8:00am–3:00pm & Friday 8:00am–4:00pm with ability to occasionally work longer hours.

To apply for any of these positions, send your resume to tdunn@stjstl.net or visit the employment section of the website at stjstl.net/employment to complete an employment application.

MOMSnext: Don't navigate your child's school years alone• These years will bring new challenges and issues, but the need for

community and support continues. For this reason, we host a MOMSnext group.

• All mothers with children in grades 1–12 are invited to join us for authentic community, practical help, plus spiritual & personal growth.

• Meetings are twice monthly and rotate mornings and evenings. Our first morning meeting will be on September 14 and the first evening meeting will be on September 28.

• Please RSVP to stjmomsnext@gmail.com

Are you or someone you love struggling with grief? • GriefShare is a group that understands what you’re going through• You’ll gain access to valuable resources to help you recover from

your loss and look forward to rebuilding your life• Mondays, beginning September 12, 6:30–8:30pm, for 13 weeks• $25 includes study materials. • Register at stjstl.net/griefshare or contact Janice at jschultz@stjstl.net

or 636.779.2348

Getting Connected• Come join us for a night of appetizers, drinks, games, and

community! • Getting Connected allows anyone at St. John to meet others who

might be interested in joining or starting a LIFEgroup. • Sunday, September 18 from 6:00pm–8:00pm in Ministry Center,

Room 250. Register at stjstl.net/gettingconnected • Questions? Contact Dorothy at dvollmayer@stjstl.net or

636.779.2357

Great Weather. Fun Times. Good Cause.• Whether you’re a novice, pro, avid youth player or just want

to have a day of fun, join us at Aberdeen Golf Course for St. John School’s annual Golf Scramble on Saturday, September 17 from 11:00am–5:00pm.

• Not a golfer? We’d love your help as a volunteer.• More information at stjstl.net/golf-scramble

Scott Osbourn Installed as St. John School PrincipalDuring our 10:45am service this weekend, Scott Osbourn will be installed as the principal of St. John School. Scott has been on staff at St. John School since 2009 serving in various roles including assistant principal. Scott is a proven leader and is looking forward to leading and serving our school in his new role. Please take the opportunity to congratulate Scott and his family as he takes this next step in his journey here at St. John.