The SJLC Minute
Church Events
Congratulations for Pastor Amy Sandwich Making for A Place at the Table BEER Meeting
Pentecost Sunday
May 29 Memorial Day
Doctorate of Ministry program!
There will be a HUGE card in Welcome Center for everyone to sign!
You’re welcome to bring your own card, if you prefer. Goodies will also be available in the Welcome Center.
The church office will be closed.
June 4 Holy Trinity Sunday
June 5 Lutheridge Day Camp* (Messiah Lutheran Church)
B.E.E.R. (Brother’s Engaged in Enriching Relationships) will be meeting on Tuesday May 23.We will change the venue and gather at Barrelhouse by Gypsy Circus at 621 Lamar St.This is just about a block east of St. John’s and Emory Place. Outdoor seating, cider, beer, and food. Please come and bring anyone who may enjoy our diverse and entertaining conversations.
Contact Garry Menendez menendez@utk.edu or Jordan Baker jentolyn@gmail.com if you have any questions.
Hope to see you there!
NEWSLETTER OF ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCHLutheridge Day Camp
WHAT: Day Camp—just like attending Lutheridge in NC, without the overnight component
WHO: Preschoolers through 5th Graders, plus you can bring a friend! All the Lutheran churches in the area are participating.
WHEN: June 5 - 9 from 8:45 am to 4:00 pm
WHERE: Messiah Lutheran Church
Vacation Bible School
WHAT: Traditional VBS with Bible stories, crafts, music and games WHO: Again, preschoolers through 5th graders, plus bring a friend! St John’s, Peace, Messiah, and Good Samaritan friends will join together!
WHEN: July 10 - 14, 9:00 am - 12:00 noon
WHERE: Good Samaritan Episcopal on Cedar Bluff
QUESTIONS FOR BOTH OPPORTUNITIES: Contact Nancy Friedrich at 865-659-0161 or nancy.o.friedrich@gmail.com. You can also call the church office at 865-523-3330.
MONTHLY FINANCIAL UPDATE 4-30-2023
FYTD actual income $447,633.06 FYTD budgeted income $514,198.30 Variance -$66,565.24 (income was less than budgeted) NOTE: These amounts include Other operating income such as Facility Use Fee, Wedding Deposits, transfers from savings, etc.
FYTD actual expenses $481,477.94 FYTD budgeted expenses $514,198.30 Variance -$32,720.36 (expenses were less than budgeted) Variance income to expenses - $33,844.88 income was less than expenses
Ways you can help support St. John's plan of ministry:
1.Prayerfully consider and submit a pledge for the fiscal year 2022-2023. It's never too late to pledge!
2.If you would like to set up automatic giving through Breeze and need assistance, please give Toni a call in the church office at 865-523-3330.
3.Consider contacting your bank to find out how they can send your contributions.
4.Explore the opportunities to share your time and talents through one of our teams: Community Outreach, Finance, Property, Hospitality, Worship, Personnel, Evangelism Faith Formation, Stewardship, Communication or Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. If you aren't sure where you'd be a good fit, or you would like more information about the different teams, please reach out to anyone on church council or by calling the church office.
Please contact Chris Wise at chris@rockingchairroastery.com, 865-567-2366 or Debbie Sweany at doubledcs@yahoo.com, 423-921-4812 for any questions.