This Sunday, March 30, 2025

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Welcome to Sunday morning!  This is the day that God has made and we will rejoice and be glad in it! 

Please join us for in-person worship at 10:00 a.m.

If you are unable to join us in-person, please join the worship service on our website at https://stjohnsuccgr.org/worship-online at 10:00 a.m.

There are links below this message to the order of service, the weekly Journal, a children's bulletin for the week's lectionary readings, a youth Bible Study, an Adult Bible Study, and a devotional guide for the week. Please share these resources with your family and friends and know that we are joined together across any distances or difficulties that might separate us.

We are able to provide all of these wonderful services because of your continuing generosity and support.  If you are able to give to support our ministries, please do. You can make a donation or set up regular giving by clicking here:  http://www.stjohnsuccgr.org/give .  You can also simply mail your check to the church:

St. John’s UCC
1934 Bridge ST NW
Grand Rapids, MI  49504

Thank you for your continued faithfulness in supporting St. John's. Let us continue to hold each other and the entire world close to our hearts and to the heart of God in prayer.

Youth Bible Study

https://blogs.elca.org/faithlens/

Children's Bulletin

https://static1.squarespace.com/static/51294ee7e4b03f854ee99725/t/67e53ce63785474c9f87d413/1743076582994/Children%27s+bulletin+03302025.pdf

Order of Service

https://static1.squarespace.com/static/51294ee7e4b03f854ee99725/t/67e53cc6c01a64205f613fc0/1743076551703/Order+of+Service+03302025.pdf

Weekly Devotional

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Weekly Journal

https://static1.squarespace.com/static/51294ee7e4b03f854ee99725/t/67e42bbd3a7b34082fcc3464/1743006655151/Journal+03302025.pdf

March 30, 2025: One Great Hour of Sharing

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On March 30, 2025 we will collect the special offering for One Great Hour of Sharing. It supports partners worldwide with ministries that fund health, education and agricultural development, emergency relief, refugee ministries, and both international and domestic disaster response.

When you give to One Great Hour of Sharing, you are light for people in need. You offer light when disasters strike, and when chronic conditions threaten families and communities. You are light not just in the immediate future, but also for the long haul. When you give, you restore not only structures, but also transform lives. Your gift ensures that no matter how difficult the situation, light shines.

Be the light. Give to One Great Hour of Sharing.

You can donate to One Great Hour of Sharing by selecting "One Great Hour" when donating online or by writing "One Great Hour of Sharing" on your check memo area or envelope with your regular offering.

Wednesday, April 02, 2025: Mobile Food Pantry

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April Showers brings...the April 2, 2025, Feeding America West Michigan Mobile Food Pantry sponsored by St. John's UCC in partnership with Sudanese Grace Episcopal Church at 1500 Oswego NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504.  Volunteers will gather at 5:00pm. distribution begins at 6:00 pm.   Last month, we distributed food to 120 families, 397 individuals, 138 children, 75 seniors, and 8 veterans.   A total of 29 volunteers lifted 4 pallets of watermelon into trunks of cars and divided up carrots and apples that arrived onsite in bulk. The menu included macaroni, yogurt, potatoes, milk and Pop Tarts.  The total weight of food delivered was 9,902 pounds.  Many hands make light work. Volunteers play a crucial role in the work to increase food access to our neighbors, we couldn't do this without you.  Students Joey Little and Faith Thompson were new to our volunteer crew. Thank you all so much! Richard Johnston delivered a carful of surplus food to UCOM.  Surplus Pop Tarts were delivered to the residents at Grandview Apartments and were much appreciated.  For more information about the Mobile Food Pantry, feel free to call Teresa Markoski at 616-690-4566 or contact at tmarkoski2004@yahoo.com.  Financial support is always welcome by donating on the church app or by writing a personal check to St. John's United Church of Christ at 1934 Bridge Street, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504.  Together, we serve.

 Food Pantry Non-Discrimination Agreement 

Location:

The Sudanese Grace Episcopal Church
1550 Oswego NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Apr 2, 2025 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM

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This Sunday, March 23, 2025

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Welcome to Sunday morning!  This is the day that God has made and we will rejoice and be glad in it! 

Please join us for in-person worship at 10:00 a.m.

If you are unable to join us in-person, please join the worship service on our website at https://stjohnsuccgr.org/worship-online at 10:00 a.m.

There are links below this message to the order of service, the weekly Journal, a children's bulletin for the week's lectionary readings, a youth Bible Study, an Adult Bible Study, and a devotional guide for the week. Please share these resources with your family and friends and know that we are joined together across any distances or difficulties that might separate us.

We are able to provide all of these wonderful services because of your continuing generosity and support.  If you are able to give to support our ministries, please do. You can make a donation or set up regular giving by clicking here:  http://www.stjohnsuccgr.org/give .  You can also simply mail your check to the church:

St. John’s UCC
1934 Bridge ST NW
Grand Rapids, MI  49504

Thank you for your continued faithfulness in supporting St. John's. Let us continue to hold each other and the entire world close to our hearts and to the heart of God in prayer.

Youth Bible Study

https://blogs.elca.org/faithlens/

Children's Bulletin

https://static1.squarespace.com/static/51294ee7e4b03f854ee99725/t/67d989bc98e61b0606282841/1742309821304/Children%27s+Bulletin+03232025.pdf

Order of Service

https://static1.squarespace.com/static/51294ee7e4b03f854ee99725/t/67dd60044e4345378f14fb93/1742561285222/Order+of+Service+03232025.pdf

Weekly Devotional

https://static1.squarespace.com/static/51294ee7e4b03f854ee99725/t/67d989dbd39ce56ba04b89ee/1742309851414/Weekly+Devotional+03232025.pdf

Weekly Journal

https://static1.squarespace.com/static/51294ee7e4b03f854ee99725/t/67dc08585fb3394e8d8eb1d2/1742473305470/Journal+03232025.pdf

Today at 6:30 PM: Friends Tuesday Book Discussion

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Dear Friends--sorry for the late communication!!!!  Is it snowing by you this afternoon?  Got to love Michigan weather!!  Anyway we will continue our discussion of "Tomorrow will be Different", Love, Loss and the fight for trans equality, by Sarah McBride.  We will discuss Chapter 8, 9, and 10, pages 141 to 210.  Also check out last weeks congressional hearing where, Sarah was addressed as Mr. McBride by the chairperson and her great come back line.  Can you tell, I really love this woman!!!  This weeks reading will require a box of kleenex---just saying!!!  See you all on Tuesday.  Barb

Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85894072705?pwd=aP8BEmrB5KKKxJhYcbZIOljE9lULlB.1

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Mar 18, 2025 6:30 PM to 8:20 PM

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Save the Date for Holy Week

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Dear St. John’s Family,

This has been a heavy season. With so much injustice and uncertainty in the world, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. But one of the best ways to combat despair is through community—through coming together in faith, love, and action.

Holy Week invites us into a time of reflection, renewal, and resurrection. At St. John’s UCC, we believe in a faith that embraces everyone—no exceptions. Whether you’re seeking connection, healing, or simply a place to belong, we hope you’ll join us in walking this sacred journey together.

Experience Holy Week with us! Save the date for the following:

🌿 Palm Sunday | April 13, 2025 | In-Person & Online
Wave your palms and join us as we remember Jesus' entry into Jerusalem.

🍞 Maundy Thursday - Living Last Supper | April 17, 2025 | 6:30 PM | In-Person
Join us for a simple soup supper followed by a powerful portrayal of the Last Supper, bringing da Vinci’s iconic scene to life with live actors and narration.

✝️ Easter Sunday | April 20, 2025 | 10:00 AM | In-Person & Online
Celebrate resurrection and renewal with an uplifting Easter service, followed by food and fellowship.

🥚 Easter Egg Hunt | April 20, 2025 | After Easter Service
A joyful event for kids to search for eggs and trade them for candy and prizes!

This season, we invite you to: 

✨ Show up for yourself and your community. 
✨ Invite a friend to experience the joy of St. John’s.
✨ Find renewal in a space that welcomes and uplifts you.

Holy Week is a time to be present for each other. Whether you’re feeling strong or need a little extra support, know that you are not alone. Let’s walk this journey together—we can’t wait to celebrate with you! ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜🤎🖤

📍 St. John's UCC Grand Rapids
1934 Bridge St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49534

This Sunday, March 16, 2025

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Welcome to Sunday morning!  This is the day that God has made and we will rejoice and be glad in it! 

Please join us for in-person worship at 10:00 a.m.

If you are unable to join us in-person, please join the worship service on our website at https://stjohnsuccgr.org/worship-online at 10:00 a.m.

There are links below this message to the order of service, the weekly Journal, a children's bulletin for the week's lectionary readings, a youth Bible Study, an Adult Bible Study, and a devotional guide for the week. Please share these resources with your family and friends and know that we are joined together across any distances or difficulties that might separate us.

We are able to provide all of these wonderful services because of your continuing generosity and support.  If you are able to give to support our ministries, please do. You can make a donation or set up regular giving by clicking here:  http://www.stjohnsuccgr.org/give .  You can also simply mail your check to the church:

St. John’s UCC
1934 Bridge ST NW
Grand Rapids, MI  49504

Thank you for your continued faithfulness in supporting St. John's. Let us continue to hold each other and the entire world close to our hearts and to the heart of God in prayer.

Youth Bible Study

https://blogs.elca.org/faithlens/

Children's Bulletin

https://static1.squarespace.com/static/51294ee7e4b03f854ee99725/t/67d1aeb7c776680b9c38dd46/1741795000483/Children%27s+bulletin+03162025.pdf

Order of Service

https://static1.squarespace.com/static/51294ee7e4b03f854ee99725/t/67d1ae9b2aba8524207f6d73/1741794972371/Order+of+Service+03162025.pdf

Weekly Devotional

https://static1.squarespace.com/static/51294ee7e4b03f854ee99725/t/67d1aee0afad9561b1e267ce/1741795040666/Weekly+Devotional+03162025.pdf

Weekly Journal

https://static1.squarespace.com/static/51294ee7e4b03f854ee99725/t/67d41e70275e7e32ce90b55c/1741954674397/Journal+03162025.pdf

A Celebration of Flowers

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Again this year the Worship Team is asking everyone to help beautify the chancel for our Easter celebration--and our grounds for the coming years. Teaming up with our dedicated gardeners, we are suggesting that people bring potted spring flowers like tulips, daffodils, and hyacinths, that grow from bulbs, to place on and around the altar Easter morning.

After the service, you have your choice to take your flowers home,  or leave them at the church for the garden group to care for until the bulbs can be planted on the grounds, so that next year we can again enjoy your gift of flowers.

Just imagine how beautiful our grounds would be after a few years of adding Easter blooms to our already lovely gardens. Please consider being a part of this beautification project.

Today at 6:30 PM: Tuesday Friends Book Discussion Group

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Hello Friends, Enjoyed the sunshine today, with a great walk--cool but spring is coming!!!!  So we will continue our discussion of, "Tomorrow will be Different" Love, loss and the fight for Trans Equality, by Sarah McBride.  This Tuesday we will discuss Chapter 5, "The Political is personal" page 77 thru Chapter  7, "One step closer to justice"  Page 140.    Join when and if you can!!!!

Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81217225850?pwd=LYruDLTmXSx5T4YiaRkxTbm52Pblr4.1

Meeting ID: 81217225850
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Mar 11, 2025 6:30 PM to 8:17 PM

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