H-ome

Symbolism: Arms-Nurturing, caring: beginning in our closest relationships – at home: Purple- The liturgical color for our seasons of preparation and reflection (Advent, Lent); FOCUS: “Making God present in our everyday lives”

Home Devotional Site: LOGOS Family Newsletter

Provisions for:

• Prayers for the home
• Seasonal liturgies and tools (i.e. Advent wreaths, Lenten disciplines for the home)
• Ideas for spiritual formation within the family (i.e. community service opportunities)
• "Faith Chest” at baptism OR Great gift for any occasion
  • The Faith Chest is a chest container supplied with a candle holder for the Baptismal candle, a votive candle, a worship cloth, a copy of “The Blessing Cup” (a book of home liturgies), a goblet (a blessing cup), a lullaby CD, and special prayers. Each item is presented at baptisms by a representative of the presenting groups.
  • Items can be purchased individually as gifts for god-children, family members or any occasion. Most items can be purchased in St. John's Bookstore.
    

Family Nights - Quarterly: 3rd Friday of the Month (school year schedule - summer events vary)

A time of fun, a meal, fellowship, spiritual formation

St. John’s Family Night Schedule — 2011-2012

December 16, 2011 - BBQ night hosted by Brent and Dao Ward

January 20, 2012 - Anglican food night hosted by Mike and Kim Lager

February 17, 2012 - Mardi Grgs hosted by Chris and Lori Burton

March 16, 2012 - Breakfast for Dinne hosted by Mark and Eden Buergier

April 20, 2012 - TBD — need host

May 18, 2012 — lED — need host

June-Alma Water Park; July - Lake Fort Smith

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT: EDEN BUERGLER, 452-1259 or ebuergler@sbcglobaL net

 

RESERVATIONS REQUIRED - Confirmed with

Submit to office or to Jeannie McCabe

Open to the whole parish - FRIENDS WELCOME!!!