August 7, 2016 Liturgical Color: Green 8:00am

PRELUDE Prelude in Fugue ~arg. A. Scarlatii Alice Butler

THE RINGING OF THE BELL

+HYMN OF PRAISE All Hail King Jesus (back cover of hymnal) Duke Cleghorn

+CALL TO WORSHIP Psalm 119:103-105 page 939 Rev. John Richter

+INVOCATION Rev. Richter

THE CHURCH IN PRAISE +HYMN No.2 Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing Duke Cleghorn

+Lighting of the Altar Candles

+HYMN No. 271 Standing on the Promises Duke Cleghorn

THE CHURCH IN FELLOWSHIP +WELCOME TO OUR GUESTS Nate Randall

+FELLOWSHIP CHORUS Family of God (back cover of hymnal) Duke Cleghorn

CHILDREN’S TIME Nate Randall

SPECIAL MUSIC Duke Cleghorn

HEARING GOD’S WORD SCRIPTURE READING Hebrews 4:12-16 page 1866 Nate Randall +Gloria Patri, +Apostles’ Creed, and +Prayer of Affirmation

A TIME OF GIVING

THE GIVING OF GOD’S TITHE AND OUR OFFERINGS Nate Randall

Offertory Amazing Grace- piano duet Linda Schgier, Alice Butler

+Doxology and +Prayer of Dedication

PROCLAMATION OF GOD’S WORD

THE MORNING MESSAGE 2 Timothy 3 page 1854 Rev. Richter

The Word of the Lord Endures Forever THE SACRAMENT OF THE LORD’S SUPPER Rev. Richter

The Invitation

The Communion Meditation Linda Schgier

“I Know a Fount”

The Consecration and Receiving of the Bread and the Cup

The Prayer of Devotion to Christ and The Lord’s Prayer THE CLOSING PRAYER Rev. Richter

DEPARTING TO SERVE THIS WEEK AT ST. JOHN’S

+BENEDICTION AND +POSTLUDE Crown Him With Many Crowns Linda Schgier

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August Ushers: 8:00 Ted Mauldin, Jerry Schuman, Harold Dye, Curt Brown, Richard Gibbs

+ Please Stand Acolytes: Will Bolzle, Isaac Baggett

SAINT JOHN’S EVANGELICAL PROTESTANT CHURCH

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St. John’s Evangelical Protestant Church Established 1874

Cullman’s Community Church

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January 19th

Retirement Reception

Honoring

Mary Stevens, organist today

8:30-9:30 am

Atrium A card basket will be available in the atrium this

morning.

Everyone invited to attend.

Attention SJ’s: If you plan on attending ALL or any ONE

particular session of convocation,

we still need you to call and reserve your

seat.

2 Options:

1. Pay $25 for the entire weekend.

(includes Friday breakfast and evening

meal; 3 meals on Saturday; goodie

bag, all key note speakers and

workshops); or

2. Attend only the special session you

would like to hear. (no charge)

Forms available in church office, narthex,

atrium, Christ Hall, LLS; or

Register and pay on : www.sjepc.com

Plarn?

What is plarn? Why do we need plarn?

Stay tuned next week for

an new and exciting

upcoming project on how

we at SJ’s can begin to

be……

A Blessing to Others!

Rooted in the doctrines of the Protestant Reformation. We believe we are saved by grace through faith in

Jesus, that the Bible is the rule for Christian life and faith, and that the Good News of Jesus should be proclaimed

in word and deed. Sacrament Celebrating. We believe God ministers to the community of believers in unique and special ways

though Baptism and Holy Communion. Liturgically Oriented. We believe remembering the whole life of Christ is important for spiritual maturity. We

follow the church calendar, celebrating seasons like Advent and Lent. Ecumenically Minded. In the context of our heritage, we believe all those who call upon Jesus as Lord will share

in his eternal blessings and so we welcome all believers who join us to participate fully in worship.

VISITORS

Thanks for visiting with us today! Feel free to call the pastor, Rev. John Richter @ 256-734-0344 if you have

questions and would like to set up a time to discuss them. You may also check out our website www.sjepc.com to

learn more about St. John’s.

NURSERY

Nursery is available for newborns up to 3 yrs. of age at all worship services and Sunday School. Please see any

usher or greeter this morning and they will direct you to the nursery.

FLOWERS

Flowers are placed on the altar today to the Glory of God and His blessings He bestows to each of us everyday.

COMMUNION

Today we observe the Sacrament of Holy Communion in all three worship services. Wine is served on the outer

circles of the tray and clear grape juice is served on the inner circles of the tray. If you are homebound and would

like to receive Holy Communion, please call the church office to schedule a time for a visit to your home.

WELCOME ALICE BUTLER AND DUKE CLEGHORN

Today we welcome to our worship services organist Alice Butler. Alice has over 30 years experience as a church

musician serving in many different capacities. She holds a Bachelor of Music degree in Piano Pedagogy with a

minor in voice and also a Master of Music Degree in Piano Performance and Pedagogy including Proficiency in

church organ. In addition, Alice also serves on staff at Samford University Academy of the Arts, where she teaches

piano, music theory and music history.

We also welcome into our worship services this morning Duke Cleghorn who will be assisting us in worship

through the fall. Duke is a student of Tiffany Richter’s and member of the Wallace State Singers.

Welcome Alice and Duke with your smiling faces this morning in worship!

2017 BUDGET REQUESTS

Please submit all 2017 Budget requests to the church office in writing by August 30th

for consideration to be

included in next year’s budget.

PROMOTION SUNDAY

August 14th

. Everyone report to your new classes for the up-coming 2016-2017 year.

BULLETIN BROUGHT

A bulletin was brought to us last week from Westbrook Christian Church by Jim and Mary Mechaw.

This season be a follower of Christ first

Cullman Women Sing

Calling all women age 18 and up who love to share the joy of son.

Rehearsals begin Tuesday August 16 th for November concert.

Information and listening session August 9th

6:30 pm &th St. Baptist Church.

THINGS TO KNOW / PLACES TO BE:

Men’s Tuesday Morning Fellowship Tuesday mornings 7:00 am in Christ Hall.

Sunday School Promotion Sunday –next Sunday, August 14. Everyone will report to their new classes for

the upcoming year.

2017 Confirmation Class Parent Meeting –August 14 @ 11:30 am, Confirmation Room

ANNA GROUP for widows –August 11at 1:00 pm in the Upper Room Classroom. Margaret Richter,

Facillator.

NEW Women’s Bible Study Class Thursday mornings on Gideon beginning- - Aug 18th 8:30-10:00-

Confirmation Room-Facillator Melanie Gann. Order books thru the church office.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT MEALS RESUME ON AUGUST 17TH AT 5:15 PM.

Church Council August meeting-August 16th at 6:00 pm

WOOD’S FAMILY NEW ADDRESS

Steve, Kim, Caleb Wood

6132 Gruich Circle

Ocean spring, Miss. 39564

2017 CONFIRMATION CLASS

If your child is entering the sixth grade this school year, an important date for you to mark on your calendar is

Sunday August 14th , the first day of Confirmation Class. At the conclusion of the 10:30 service, (at 11:30am)

there will be a parent meeting in the confirmation room. Confirmation classes meet each Sunday morning during

the Sunday School time and again on Wednesday evening during regular class time. All sixth graders are highly

encouraged to attend.

Sunday Morning Chit Chat

ATRIUM

7:30am to 9:15 am

(pastries, juice, coffee only)

Suggested price: $.50 per item

(honor system)

A basket is located on the table for your donation! Drop by grab a quick snack on your way to 8:00 service or before 9:10 Sunday School Or 9:30 service!

You Will Be a Blessing!! Convocation 2016 @ St. John’s

Plan to be a part!!

Remember, ANYBODY can come to an EA Convocation. We are not a denomination, so nobody sends "delegates" and no

"business" is conducted or votes taken at our convocation.

Instead, our annual gathering is a time for ministers and lay people from both EA and non EA churches to come together

for worship, fellowship and spiritual growth. Our own church will have several service opportunities to BLESS OTHERS in the

upcoming months.

Everyone who has attended an EA convocation has said they found the event inspiring, uplifting and educational - so please

come and bring your friends!

Questions? ~karen or regina @ 256-734-0344

AUGUST 17TH

WEDNESDAY NIGHTS RESUME

Meal: 5:15-5:50pm Adult Class Options:

Ladies, God is Faithful, Abundant, & True- facilitator Tammy Knight. Join us Wednesday nights this

fall, as we go deeper still, with a video/workbook study by Kay Arthur, Priscilla Shirer, and Beth Moore.

Heritage Hall from 6 to 7.

Running Your Race: Spiritually and Physically Getting Off the Couch—facilitators Mark Aderhold,

Champ Crocker, Wade Warren --basement of the Ruehl building. Feel free to contact us with any

questions.

A Virtuous Life / Quieting Your Heart—facilitator: Carla Crimm. Virtue is all about our behavior. It’s

an act of yielding our lives to our principles, which is not always easy, but always rewarding. There’s a will

to do good in every one of us, but whether or not we choose to exercise and develop that goodness

determines our character. This doesn’t mean that we walk perfectly by any means. That’s where the grace

of God is vital to our faith. It’s by the grace of God that we’re saved through faith in Jesus Christ. We all

struggle in this world. We all have good intentions, but our flesh keeps pulling us back. Suggested

materials: one inch three ring binder, colored pencils gel pens and/or markers

Willy, Wes and The Boys—Men’s Class. More details to follow.

SJ’s Student Ministry Sunday School 9:15-10:15am

Wednesday 6:00-7:30pm Nate Randall: nate.randall@sjepc.com Lauren Randall: lauren.randall@sjepc.com

Nate: 308-440-2672

EMAIL ADDRESSES

Please notify us when your email address changes by emailing karen.hassell@sjepc.com so you can receive the

church wide email messages.

PRAYER REQUESTS

All prayer requests we receive are very important to us. To make sure that we can give them proper attention,

please be sure to write them on a Prayer Request card found in the pews or on the welcome stations in Christ Hall.

Requests can be placed in the offering plate or leave them in the church office. You may also email prayer

requests to: karen.hassell@sjepc.com. Sunday Mornings and Wednesday evenings are busy times for everyone

and prayer requests can be accidentally lost in conversations. Thank you for helping us with this important matter.

CULLMAN COUNTY SHOE DRIVE FOR CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL CONTINUES

SHOE DRIVE THRU AUGUST

The National Convocation of the EA

September 16-18th

“YOU WILL BE A BLESSING”

Host Church: St. John’s Evangelical Protestant Church

Hold this weekend open and invite your friends and family to hear our special guests:

*Larry Taunton-The Grace Effect;

*Todd Gerelds, Author- Woodlawn;

*Carmen LaBerge- presents her unique ability to bring the Biblical worldview to

bear on whatever is happening in the world;

*Dr. Robert Smith, Beeson Divinity School;

*Dr. Mark Gignilliat , Beeson Divinity School;

*Cliff Powell, Pray Hard, Speak Life;

*The Aeolians from Oakwood University

How can YOU be a blessing to others?

Watch and listen for service opportunities forthcoming.

Cost ??

For the entire weekend you pay only $25 per church member (to help off-set the cost of meals)

for the wonderful speakers, workshops and meals. This covers the full event weekend, all day

Friday and Saturday with breakfast, lunch and dinner included both days. Registration forms

available on St. John's website or church office. Questions: ea2016@sjepc.com or to Register: www.sjepc.com

JOKE OF THE WEEK

Will return next week

MUSIC SEARCH COMMITTEE

The following individuals have been named to the music search committee. Please remember to lift them up in

your prayers as they seek God’s guidance and direction. Committee members: Mike Baker, Jean Clingan, Johnnie

Miller, Alex Keller, Melanie Townson, Robin Sandlin

In Hospital: Anna McGriff , Jennifer Powell Home

SAFE SANCTUARIES August Spotlight

GIFTS GIVEN LAST WEEK:

Glory of God:

…honor of Mary Stevens by Catherine Nelson;

BTN:

…honor of Steve Wood by R C and Jeanne Phillips;

…honor of Mary Stevens and her years of service to St. John’s by Johnnie and Dale Miller; RC and Jeanne

Phillips; Judy Dorrance; Jerry and Denise Schuman;

…memory of Rick McPherson for his birthday Aug 5 by Wilma (Jean) McPherson;

…

Women’s Guild / Whit’s Place

…honor of Pat Peinhardt and Carolyn Peinhardt Johnson by Jo Webb;

Glenda James L-R: Wilford James, Freddie Day, 10:30 Greeter Bob Rigdon and JV Shelton 10:30 Ushers

Sunday School Office Staff

L-R: Beck Peinhardt, Tia Smallwood, Hal Smallwood

Parent Tip: Encourage children and vulnerable adults if they need

assistance-- look for the church ushers with a GREEN NAME TAG

or Church Greeters who will have a Blue lanyard around their neck

displaying their name.

Thank you for your commitment to children, youth and

vulnerable adults in keeping them our #1 safety priority!

What is Safe

Sanctuaries?

Basic Procedures for a

Safe Ministry with

Children, Youth and

Vulnerable Adults

Getting to know

your church

family. Parents:

Please share with

your children,

people

highlighted each

week, as

individuals can

trust if they ever

need help.

Reflections of our Faithfulness: Attendance – Sunday July 31, 2016

8:00 144

9:30 102

10:30 192

Total: 438

God’s People Gave:$21,733.00

CHURCHWIDE EMAILS

Be in the know

Meeting, where? Going where? Latest news, about?

If you are not receiving church emails and would like to be included, or if your email has changed, please notify

Karen at: karen.hassell@sjepc.com so you will not miss information about upcoming events or possible changes

in schedules at St. John’s.

WANT TO AUTOMAT YOUR GIVING IN 2016?

Never forget your offering again and earn those extra points and rewards on your card, simply by completing and

authorization form for Credit or Debit Card contributions. Visa, MasterCard, Discover are now accepted for your

contributions to the church. Options you can sign up for are weekly, bi-monthly or monthly contributions on your

card. Forms are available in the church office during regular business hours.

Face book

If you have a Smartphone, ipad, laptop, tablet or home computer, search “St. John’s, Cullman” and “like” our page

to add us to your newsfeed. Articles of interest to read, announcements and prayer requests are posted regularly on

our St. John’s Face book page. Remember prayer requests posted here, are for your church family to see.

(Remember FB is a public forum so please word prayer requests carefully.

Crosses of Commitment

If you have not brought your cross to hang in the Atrium, you may do so during regular business hours or on

Sunday’s before or after worship services

CONTRIBUTIONS

When making contributions to any fund other than the general fund (Burn the Note, Music Fund, or Youth

Fund, Women’s Guild / Whit’s Place) please write a separate check made specifically to that fund.

CONTACT INFORMATION

To make sure you can receive the latest announcements about events at our church, please take a second and email

your new information to : karen.hassell@sjepc.com or by calling the church office.

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STAFF EMAIL AND CONTACT INFORMATION: Rev. John: john.richter@sjepc.co

Nate Randall: nate.randall@sjepc.com

Lauren Randall: lauren.randall@sjepc.com

Gyzelle Warren: gyzellew@sjepc.com

Regina Baker: regina.baker@sjepc.com

Karen Hassell: karen.hassell@sjepc.com

St. John’s Evangelical Protestant Church

512 2nd

Ave SE Cullman Al 35055

256-734-0344 website: www.sjepc.com

CHURCH CALLING INFORMATION CARDS

Have you filled out yours? Notification choices are: text message; email, or by calling your home phone. PLEASE

SELECT ONLY ONE METHOD FOR THE BEST WAY TO CONTACT YOU. Cards available in the

information rack in the education building. Turn in at the office

Assisted Living:

Morningside: Jim Jones

Hanceville Nursing Home: Miriam Jones

Westminster Assisted Living: Virginia Richter Woodland Village: Carolyn Huck; Bea Mack

ST. JOHN’S UPDATED PRAYER LIST

St. John’s prayer list is renewed the first of each month. Please fill out a new prayer card with

your individual requests each month and indicate clearly if you would like it published in the

bulletin—otherwise it will remain on the Pastor’s Prayer list only. Likewise as your prayer

request needs to be removed from the list, please let us know that too. The Prayer lists are

published in the bulletin as space allows each week.

CHURCH MEMBERS:

Mavous Speegle, David York, Theolene Moon, Gary Dean, Bobbie Cleghorn, , Carolyn Huck; Jennifer Harding;

Aliya Schaffers; Betty Grant; Frances Murphy; Jackson Ray; Charlotte Ecklund

CHURCH FAMILY AND FRIENDS:

Myrl Dobbins, Joan Fuller; Dr. T. Bob Davis; Doreen McCluan; Janet Jean; Dwight Pierce

Military Prayer List:

Help us update our Military Prayer list. Please look over the list and see if your family member or friend has

changed locations or has now arrived back at home.

MILITARY ADDRESSES

If you have friends or family currently serving in the US Military, our card ministry would like the opportunity to

send cards to them throughout the year. Please submit (clearly print) complete mailing addresses to Geraldine

Hendrix or bring them by the church office during regular business hours.

Chaplain Chris Hester—Virginia Beach, Va; CW4 James Williams—Fort Lee, Virginia;;

Captain Kellie Scott Hyatt—Birmingham, Al ; Lt. Cmdr. Scott and Lt. Cmdr. Roz Love, Guam, US Navy; A1C

Will Sapp US Air force, Key West, Fl; Sgt. Tony Parker, Air Force, Kandahar; John Lancaster, US Navy; Jason

Beck, US Army, Afghanistan; Adam Ramos, Sasebo, Japan; US Navy; Derek Ramos – 1st LAR Camp Pendleton,

CA; Major John Forbes, Pentagon; NC; Sgt. Zach Whisenhunt, Camp LeJune, NC; Jack Baker, Afghanistan;

Casper Shafer- Jump Platoon, Camp Pendleton, Ca.

PLEASE EXCUSE OUR ACTIVITY!

When you notice any of the staff slipping out of 8:00 worship on Sundays, please know we are preparing for

Sunday School, or conducting rehearsals for the upcoming service, etc. If you see us on the move, please pray for

us and for all of our worship services!

CHECKS TO DIFFERENT FUNDS

Please remember when writing a check to the church for your gifts, tithes or offerings, if you are giving to a

different fund (Burn the Note, Music Fund, or Youth Fund) other than general fund, please be sure to write a

separate check. Women’s Guild / Whit’s Place donations go to The Women’s Guild. Most of the time we do not

have enough cash on hand to transfer monies in house. Thank you in advance for your help in this matter

WORSHIP SCHEDULE

8:00-9:00 Worship- Sanctuary

8:40-9:10-Light Breakfast

9:15-10:15 Sunday School

*9:30-10:25 Communion Service-Sanctuary

(*Note: this time does conflict with the Sunday school hour. Please understand if you intend to bring your children

to this service they will miss this important time of Christian education.)

10:30-11:30 Worship-Christ Hall

CHURCH COUNCIL MEMBERS

Scot Andrews, Terry Bradford, Tricia Fuller, Lucinda Harding , Doug Johnson, Jason Kelly, Trent Lowry, Mike

Murphy, Robin Sandlin, Pam Scott, Steve Stanford, Melanie Townson,

Exciting

Games

Tenor with the Gaither Vocal Band

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