November 22, 2015 Liturgical Color: Green 8:00 am

PRELUDE Mary Stevens

THE RINGING OF THE BELL

+HYMN OF PRAISE No. 262 Holy, Holy, Holy Rev. Stephen Folmar

Holy, holy, holy! Lord God Almighty! Early in the morning our song shall rise to Thee;

Holy, holy , holy! Merciful and mighty! God in three persons, blessed Trinity!

+RESPONSIVE CALL TO WORSHIP Hymn No. 558 With a Song of Thanksgiving Rev. Steve Wood

Lighting of the Altar Candles

THE CHURCH IN PRAISE

+HYMN No. 559 Come, Ye Thankful People Come Rev. Folmar

+HYMN No. 560 For the Beauty of the Earth Rev. Folmar

+INVOCATION Rev. John Richter

MESSAGE IN MUSIC I Stand Upon the Rock Chancel Choir

THE CHURCH IN FELLOWSHIP WELCOME TO OUR GUESTS Rev. Folmar

+FELLOWSHIP CHORUS No. 66 To God Be the Glory Rev. Folmar

Praise, the Lord, Praise the Lord, Let the earth hear His voice!

Praise the Lord, Praise the Lord, Let the people rejoice!

O come to the Father thru Jesus the Son, and give Him the glory—great things He hath done!

CHILDREN’S TIME Rev. Wood

HYMN OF PRAYER No. 425 In the Garden Rev. Folmar

CONCERNS OF THE CHURCH Rev. Wood

HEARING GOD’S WORD SCRIPTURE READING Acts 6:8-15; 7:54-8:1a page 1700 Rev. Wood +Gloria Patri, +Apostles’ Creed, +Prayer of Affirmation

A TIME OF GIVING

THE GIVING OF GOD’S TITHE AND OUR OFFERINGS Rev. Wood

Offertory, +Doxology and +Prayer of Dedication

PROCLAMATION OF GOD’S WORD

THE MORNING MESSAGE John 17:20-26 page 1680 Rev. Richter Who We Are

THE CLOSING PRAYER AND THE LORD’S PRAYER Rev. Richter

DEPARTING TO SERVE THIS WEEK AT ST. JOHN’S Rev. Richter

+BENEDICTION AND +POSTLUDE Rev. Richter

____________________________________________ + Please Stand November Ushers: Kenny Culpepper, David Herge, Wendy Walls, Mark Whisenhunt

Acolytes: Samantha Johnson, Lily West NOTE: Our children’s offerings support the missions and ministries of St. John’s

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HAPPENING AT ST. JOHN’S THIS WEEK:

MONDAY Nov. 23

All Pound Cakes due to St. John’s.

o *Please do not slice your cake. Wrap in plastic wrap and bring whole to church,

along with your name on cake.

1:00pm Wash and Bag Turkeys for baking

TUESDAY Nov. 24

Cooking Turkey’s and Pulling meat off the bones (all day)

(Forrest Jackson will call you and let you know shift times)

Volunteers can still sign up to help pull meat. Call Karen (256-734-0344)

WEDNESDAY Nov. 25

Office open

All sliced cakes to First Baptist

NO CLASSES OR MEAL AT CHURCH

THURSDAY Nov. 26 Community Thanksgiving Meal @ First Baptist

9-11a Set up for meal

9:45a ALL DELIVERY DRIVERS REPORT TO FELLOWSHIP HALL

AT FIRST BAPTIST TO PICK ROUTES

11-1p Work Kitchen / Serve

1-3p Clean Up

Church Office will be closed Nov. 26, 27th

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Thank you in advance for stepping up and volunteering your SERVITUDE in so many areas!

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THANKSGIVING FELLOWSHIP BREAKFAST

8:30-9:30 am this morning

Christ Hall

come, Eat, Fellowship Everyone invited to attend!

hosted by your Sunday Morning Breakfast Teams!

Menu: smoked ham, bacon, western omelet, plain or cheesy grits, biscuits, hash brown patti, sweet

potato bread, mini pumpkin muffin, peppered gravy, and Mrs. Bobo’s Apples,

coffee, orange juice, apple juice

**a donation basket will be made available if you wish to make a donation toward the breakfast.

St. John’s Church is…..

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.

Thanks for visiting with us today! Feel free to call one of the pastors, Rev. John, Rev. Steve, or Rev. Stephen

734-0344 or 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.

SYMPATHY

Christian love and sympathy is extended to the family of Mr. Walter Wano Demonia, father of Karen (Ron)

Seybold. Graveside service were held on November 18, 2015 at Cullman City Cemetery.

CHURCH DIRECTORIES ARE HERE

Our new church directories are here. If you had your picture made for the directory you may pick up your copy

this morning after each service. Locations areas for pick up: after 8:00 and 9:30 services in the church office

area, after 10:30 at the Atrium desk.

THANK YOU

Dear St. John’s Church, Thank your for your sincere thoughtfulness in sending the beautiful plant. We truly

appreciate your kindness in our failis time of mourning. We can’t thank you enough for honoring Pam in this

thoughtful way. Sincerely, Keith Campbell, Sunshine Wynn and Winter Horbal

MEN’S TUESDAY MORNING FELLOWSHIP BREAKFAST

Men’s Fellowship Breakfast will not meet this week. They will resume next Tuesday morning at 7:00 am with a

30 minute devotion time led by Perry Warren.

CONGRATULATIONS

John and Gleena Lambert and Cindy and Anthony Thompson proudly announce the arrival of their grandson

Wyatt Cole Thopson, son of Kellen and Katie Thompson of Cullman Alabama.

2016 Budget Vote Passed

91.5 Yes 8.5 No Total votes cast: 293

BABY BOTTLE BOOMERANG HAS STARTED

This year during the Advent season, our church will be supporting First Source for Women, the only Pregnancy

Resource Center in Cullman County. This will be in place of our regular Advent Offering Folders. Bottles are

available this morning as you leave each service. Just *pick it up *fill it up (with all your quarters, loose

change or other financial gifts) and *bring it back . All bottles due back by Dec.24th

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WOMEN’S GUILD DECEMBER MEETING

The Guild will meet on Thursday December 3rd

at 11:30 am for their annual cookie tasting.

POINSETTIAS

Poinsettia Sale Coming…….Get your beautifully grown poinsettias here. Poinsettia Sunday’s in church are

December 13 and 20th

, and may be placed in church in appreciation, in honor or in memory of someone.

Watch the bulletin next week for more details. Only 50 to sell, so order early.

ST. JOHN’S CHANCEL CHOIR CHRISTMAS PROGRAM

St. John’s Music Ministry presents…

“A Celebration of Christmas”, Sunday, December 6, 10:30am featuring The Chancel Choir, Soloists and

Dancers accompanied by professional musicians. This years’ program includes fresh, dynamic arrangements of

familiar and newer songs interspersed with several best loved carols for singing along. Mark this date on your

calendars to invite friends and family for this special service celebrating the Christ child, the Messiah.

COMING 2016

JANUARY 22-23rd

“Better Together” Marriage Retreat

What we will cover:

1. How to strengthen y our marriage connection

2. How to recognize what REALLY causes conflict and disconnection

3. How to feel more secure in your marriage relationship

HANDMADE QUILT

We will be selling chances on a beautiful handmade quilt (90 x 90-queen size) by Geraldine Hendrix to be

given away at the Christmas Festival and Market. Tickets are $1 each or 6 for $5. All proceeds will go to First

Choice of Women’s Center in Hanceville.

new CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL 5K

FUN RUN and WALK

DECEMBER 12 @ 9:00 am Sign up online @ sjepc.com

Cullman Christmas Festival and Market Volunteers needed day of run.

See Mark Aderhold, Karen Roberson, Maggie Warren

BULLETIN MAILOUT

In accordance with our USPS Postal Permit, there will be no bulletin mailout during the weeks of November

29th

and December 27th

. Copies of the bulletin may be picked up in the church office.

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.

3rd Annual

Christmas Festival

And

Outdoor Market

December 12, 2015

10a-5p

We would like to invite you to come and be a part of our 3rd Annual Christmas Festival and Outdoor Market! Thank you to everyone that has sponsored our rides, games and inflatable’s! Like our Facebook page “Cullman Christmas Festival and Market.”

A community festival celebrating the wonders of the Christmas Season!

WEDNESDAY NIGHTS @ SJ’s

No meal on Nov. 25 5:15 pm Meal --- Menu Dec. 2: pork shops, turnip greens, black eye peas, cornbread, dessert, drink

cashier: Mike Murphy

Kids: 12 and under chicken fingers or small adult plate

Adults: $5 Children: $3 (MEAL CARDS AVAILABLE)

Advent Services begin Dec. 2:

12:30p or 6:00p

CHURCH RIDDLE

Will return next week

SUNDAY FELLOWSHIP BREAKFAST 8:45a.m. until 9:15a.m.

Sunday School begins @ 9:15 am Sausage/ biscuit $1.00

Gravy / biscuit $1.00

Muffin or Danish $.50 each

Coffee / Juice $.50 each Meal cards available

Reflections of Our Faithfulness:

Attendance –Sunday Nov. 15, 2015

8:00 139

9:30 84

10:30 207

total 420

Nov. 8,2015 God’s People Gave: $25,199.68

Nov. 15, 2015 God’s People Gave: $15,648.00

In Hospital: Home:

MARY BOWMAN

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

Wednesday 5:45 pm Nate Randall: nate.randall@sjepc.com Lauren Randall: lauren.randall@sjepc.com

Gifts Given Last Week:

BTN:

…memory of Freda Thompson by Jo Webb

…memory of Charlotte Dunlap by Margaret Richter; Ed and Dottie Henke

…memory of James Karl Hunt by Margaret Richter

LITTLE LAMBS SCHOOL

… memory of Flora Bright by Windell and Debbie Wood

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.

THINGS TO KNOW

Church wide Emails: if you are not receiving occasional church wide emails, please email Karen Hassell

at: karen.hassell@sjepc.com

To receive proper credit for your tithes, gifts and offerings, please make sure you are using the 2015

offering envelopes.

INTERESTED IN JOINING ST. JOHN’S?

Think you would you like to become a member? Been attending St. John’s for a while? Have questions?

If so, contact the church office (256-734-0344) to schedule a meeting with Rev. John.

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.)

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.

CREDIT / DEBIT CARDS …..YES!! NOW ACCEPTED!!

Visa, MasterCard, Discover and debit cards are now being received for your contributions to the church. You

can sign up for weekly, bi-monthly or monthly contribution debits. Forms are available in the church office

during regular business hours.

CHURCHWIDE EMAILS

If your email address has been changed, please notify Karen at: karen.hassell@sjepc.com so you will not miss

any important information about upcoming or special events or possible changes in schedules or events

happening at St. John’s.

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STAFF EMAIL AND CONTACT INFORMATION:

Rev. John: john.richter@sjepc.com

Rev. Steve: steve.wood@sjepc.com

Rev. Stephen: stephen.folmar@sjepc.com

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:

Folsom Center: Jim Jones

Westminster Assisted Living: Virginia Richter

Falkville Nursing Home: Mildred Martin; Assisted Living, B’ham.: Charlotte Newman

Woodland Village: Carolyn Huck; Bea Mack , (rehab)

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, Jackson Ray, Gary Dean, Bobbie Cleghorn, Gail Mauldin,

Carolyn Huck; Steve Hinkle, Jennifer Harding;; Aliya Schaffers; Betty Grant

CHURCH FAMILY AND FRIENDS:

Myrl Dobbins, Tamika Powell, , Sue Patton,; Linda Bergeron;; L.E.Shaneyfelt; Madison Casey; Martha Sellers;

Brenda Heatherly; Betty Skinner McSwain; Nick Brown; Johnny Laney; Dora Johnson; Cidney Hays; Linda

Owens; Joan Fuller; Sheila Johnston

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; Col. Philip Clemmons, Jr.—Pentagon;

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; Sgt. Arron Wayne Cosper, US Army, Fort Poke, La.; Adam Ramos, Sasebo,

Japan; US Navy; Derek Ramos – 1st LAR Camp Pendleton, CA; Cpt. John Forbes, Pentagon; NC; Sgt. Zach

Whisenhunt, Camp LeJune, NC; Jack Baker, Afghanistan

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

Mike Baker, Jimmy Barnes, Tricia Fuller, Lucinda Harding , Jason Kelly, Mike Murphy, Tim Richter, Robin

Sandlin, Pam Scott, Steve Stanford, Melanie Townson, Rusty Turner