Sunday, July 1, 2018 • 9:00 & 10:30 a.m. We are here to serve, not to condemn—to welcome,

not to exclude—to love, not to judge.

Sixth Sunday After Pentecost

Please check-in to Facebook and turn off all volume on your cell phone. *Indicates those who are able please rise.

10:30 a.m. worship is broadcast on KWRE–AM 730 & KWRE-FM 95.1

St. John United Church of Christ

Ringing of the Bell

Announcements

We Come into God’s Presence Collect and Memorial Prayer Dorothy Korth Born: 5/4/1924 Died: 6/1/2018

Folding of the Flag Prelude 9:00 a.m. God of Our Fathers Carter 10:30 a.m. Rolling River Rampage VBS Kids

* Call to Worship (Congregational responses are in bold print.) You shall proclaim liberty throughout the land to all its inhabitants. It shall be a jubilee for you. You did what is right in my eyes by proclaiming liberty, each to one’s neighbor, and you made a covenant before me in the house which is called by my name. God is spirit, and where the spirit of God is, there is freedom. For freedom Christ has set us free. Stand fast therefore, and do not submit again to a yoke of slavery.

* Hymn America the Beautiful No. 727

* Call to Confession

* Prayer of Confession For all the ways we colonize each other with expectations, beliefs, judgments, and

our own fear… God, in your mercy, forgive and transform. For all the ways we squander right relationship, grabbing to “have” more while some

go without…

God, in your mercy, forgive and transform. For all the ways we abuse our freedom, engaging hateful speech towards those not

on “our” side… God, in your mercy, forgive and transform. For all the ways we deny equality, deeming some “in” and others “out…” God, in your mercy, forgive and transform. Amen.

* Assurance of Forgiveness Praise the Lord! The Lord be Praised!

* Song Response Glory be to the Father, and to the Son and to the Holy Ghost; as it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be; world without end. Amen. Amen.

We Open Ourselves to God’s Word

Anthem Summer Choir Hymn to the Fallen Williams

Scripture Reading John 8:31-36

Sermon Rev. Rocky Sheneman “True Freedom”

We Respond to God’s Word Offertory Freedom Sarah Price

* Response Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; Praise God, all creatures here below: Alleluia! Alleluia! Praise God, the source of all our gifts! Praise Jesus Christ, whose power uplifts! Praise the Spirit, Holy Spirit! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!

* Prayer of Dedication

Service of Holy Communion Invitation

Words of Institution

Prayer of Consecration

Lord’s Prayer Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen.

Sharing the Elements (Our church practices Open Communion. Wherever you are on life’s journey you are welcome at Christ’s Table. Please note: The glasses in the center ring are filled with grape juice. There are gluten free wafers on each tray for those who require them.)

* Prayer of Thanksgiving Holy God, we thank you for the freedom in Christ we have known at this table. Strengthen our discipleship. Teach us to love one another. Help us hold fast to the truth which sets us free. Amen.

* Hymn Mine Eyes Have Seen the Glory No. 730 Vs. 1, 2, 4

Commissioning of the Young Adult Mission Trip (9:00 a.m.)

* Benediction

Postlude This is My Country Jacobs

Custodian (Part-Time) St. John St. John UCC is looking for an individual to provide routine day to day

custodial services to our church facilities. This is a flexible daytime position, 20 hours per week, Monday – Friday, between 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Hours

can be split over 4 or 5 days. Pay is $11@hour. We are also receptive to hiring a two-person team who would split the hours. This could be perfect for a retired

couple! There will be a 90-day job review at which time you may be eligible for an hourly increase. This position is eligible for paid vacation. Job training will be

provided. To apply: Submit a job appropriate resume along with a cover letter

indicating why you would be perfect for this position to custodian@stjohnucc.org. No phone calls please. Please feel free to share this

with friends and family who may be looking for a custodian position.

What’s Happening at St. John?

Fall Teachers Needed: Nursery - High School As we prepare to think about fall programming, now is the time to begin praying about how you can be a part of our children’s and youth ministries. We will need

Nursery Workers, PreK Teachers, Faith Quest Leaders, Middle School Bible Study Teachers, and High School Bible Study Facilitators. Wednesday nights will also

have new programming that will require committed, caring leaders. All new volunteers will be required to take the Child Protection Training and background

check that will be scheduled sometime in August. Please contact Kim at khedgpeth@stjohnucc.org or call 636.946.0961.

Weddings @ St. John Thank you to everyone who lent items for the Weddings @ St. John

display! Your items are available to be picked up in the church office.

Heels, Wheels, & Keels If you are interested in joining this group, contact Al Hoppe, hoppe.al@att.net,

314.409.7394, or Rev. Rocky, rsheneman@stjohnucc.org, 636.448.4277. Sunday, July 1, 1:00 p.m.: Kayak at New Town Lake Saturday, July 7, 1:00 p.m.: Hike Lost Valley Trail

Thursday, July 12, 12:00 p.m.: Bike the Page Extension around Creve Couer Park

Travel Ministry Grant’s Farm Please join us on Wednesday, July 18 when we travel to Grant’s Farm. They have 900 exotic animals, and an Elephant Education Show. Of course, there is the beer

garden with drinks, snacks, and meals. Two free glasses of AB Beer per person. Bring some coins for animal food, feed the baby goats and other animals.

Lunch is on your own. Please be at church by 9:00 a.m. so we can leave by 9:30 a.m. We will return home by 3:30 p.m. Cost for the trip will be $5.00 to help pay for gas for the bus. Bring your money on the day of the event. Call the church

office to sign up, 636.946.0961. Deadline to sign up, July 13.

Don’t Miss Family Camp 2018 September 28-30, Camp MoVal, Union, MO

Come experience indoor and outdoor fun and faith development at this multi-generational retreat. Everyone is invited! Lodging is cabin-style with

heating, cooling, and plumbing. Early bird registration (before July 25) is $75 for adults (ages 12 and over) and $45 for children (ages 4-11). This includes all meals, activities, and lodging. After July 25, prices increase by $20 each. A $50 deposit will hold your family’s spot with full payment due by August 26. Register online, www.stjohnucc.org (forms>family camp registration), or pick up a form outside

the Children’s Ministry office.

What’s Happening at St. John?

Celebrate the 4th of July with St. John We will be participating in the St. Charles 4th of July parade again this year. This year we will be spotlighting the 150th Anniversary of St. John, so we would like a large presence of walkers. The parade will begin at Bales Park at 10:00 a.m. and will end at Main St. and Boonslick Road. Arrive at least 15 minutes before the

parade begins. We will be driving the church bus for those who would like to ride. Please arrange for transportation at the end of the parade route since there is

limited seating available on the bus. We are also asking for candy donations to distribute at the parade. Please drop your candy donations at the church office

or at the Welcome Center – no chocolate please.

Performing Arts Camp Ads for Sale We will be selling spots in our Damn Yankees program for “break a leg” ads again

this year. The ads may be purchased by cast families or local businesses. The sizing and costs are: Business Card size $10, ¼ page $20, ½ page $30, full page $40. All proceeds from ads purchased will support the Performing Arts Camp.

Contact Sue in the church office for more information, sswisher@stjohnucc.org, 636.946.0961. The deadline for submitting ads is July 5.

Damn Yankees Tickets on Sale Tickets for this year’s Performing Arts Camp “Damn Yankees” will go on sale

beginning June 17 in New Fellowship Hall on Sunday mornings. Tickets can also be purchased during the week in the office. Tickets can not be held and must be paid for at time of purchase. Performances are Friday, July 13, 7pm, Saturday,

July 14, 7pm, and Sunday, July 15, 3pm. Tickets are $10 each.

Piano Recital You are invited to Meredith Kessler’s senior piano recital on Sunday,

July 8 at 3:00 p.m. in the sanctuary. She will be playing a variety of pieces to prepare for her college studies this fall. Please come and enjoy her hard work!

VBS Thank You! I would like to express my heartfelt thank you to all of the volunteers,

people who donated supplies, money and gift cards, and to those people who supported us in prayer. Nearly 50 children were served by 30 dedicated

volunteers. It was an awesome week made possible by the many blessings provided by our generous members. Thank you all for your support.

Habitat Build Day If any of you were "on the fence" about volunteering for the Habitat build day on July 7 because you didn't know who was providing lunch for the group, we have been advised that JJ's of O'Fallon will be our lunch provider that day! There is

still room to sign up! Call Chris Hoffman at 636.946.7291

Hospitalization

No members are currently hospitalized.

Volunteers Staff

Returning Home

Junia Schaffer Barnes St. Peters Rehab

Lorraine Wilkins

Last Sunday’s Attendance

Altar Guild

Gladys Phillips, Janice Rumfelt,

Deb Staggemeier

Acolytes

9:00 a.m. Krystal Roeper-

Mokriakow

10:30 a.m. Ben King

Bus Driver Radio Room Rich Alt Al Hoppe

Bell Ringer Mike Schrage

Greeters 9:00 & 10:30 a.m. Jeff & Mary

Honerkamp

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9:00 a.m. 169 10:30 a.m. 109

Pastors Senior Pastor - Rev. Dr. Lisa Martin lmartin@stjohnucc.org Associate Pastor - Rev. Rocky Sheneman rsheneman@stjohnucc.org Children & Youth Ministries Kim Hedgpeth - khedgpeth@stjohnucc.org Cindy Birkner - cbirkner@stjohnucc.org Music Ministry Sarah Price - sprice@stjohnucc.org Pam Grooms - pgrooms@stjohnucc.org Amelia Lloyd - alloyd@stjohnucc.org Christy Kessler - christy@ltcam.com Office Staff Sue Swisher - sswisher@stjohnucc.org Julie Rhodes - jrhodes@stjohnucc.org Travel Ministry Lois Feager - seniors@stjohnucc.org

Sunday, July 1 Communion/Memorial Prayers

YAMT Commissioning 9am

11:30am………Search Comm./Council

1pm…………..Heels, Wheels, & Keels

2pm…PAC Music Rehearsal/Sanctuary

Monday, July 2 9am…Performing Arts Camp/SJH-gym

10am…..Buildings & Grounds/Council

Tuesday, July 3 9am…Performing Arts Camp/SJH-gym

9:30am.Archives Comm./Archives Rm

1:30pm…..Investment Comm./Council

6pm……………..Prayerful Yoga/Gym

7pm...CALL (Baue Grief Group)/OFH

Wednesday, July 4 4th of July - Office Closed

9am...Performing Arts Camp/SJH-gym

9:45am……………..4th of July Parade

Thursday, July 5 9am…Performing Arts Camp/SJH-gym

9amSocial Service Sewing Group/OFH

11am………………Bulletin Items Due

6pm….Children’s Ministry Mtg./Room

202

6pm……...Adult Ed Comm./Commons

7pm...Board of Christian Ed/Commons

Friday, July 6 8am……………….St. John Yard Crew

9am…Performing Arts Camp/SJH-gym Saturday, July 7

YAMT thru July 12

Weekly Calendar of Events

Fish Food Pantry - July List Pork & Beans, Dish Soap, Canned

Chicken, Dry Soup Mix, Paper Bags

8am…………..Inbetweener’s Breakfast

9am…Performing Arts Camp/SJH-gym

9am....Sharing Meals (Ridgecrest)/OFH

1pm…………..Heels, Wheels, & Keels

Sunday, July 8 MS Camp at MoVal thru 7/14

9am…….Worship Service/Sanctuary

9am…Performing Arts Camp/SJH-gym

9am………….Circle of Prayer/Rm 202

10am………....Coffee Fellowship/NFH

10:30am..Worship Service/Sanctuary

3pm….Kessler Piano Recital/Sanctuary