ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mark your calendars:
Christmas on the Run – November 14-December 12
Thanksgiving – November 26 (Office closed Friday Nov. 27)
Christmas Fair – December 4 and 5
CHRISTMAS ON THE RUN: You are invited to the home of Deb and Herb Roberts on Saturdays and Sundays, between November 14th and December 12th for this year’s “Christmas on the Run” Open House, a benefit for the American Legion, and St. John’s Church. The address is 14 Yearling Run Road, Bourne. Hours are 12pm-5pm. Suggested donation is $10.
FOOD DRIVE: Please consider making a donation to the Massachusetts Military Foundation’s food drive. The donation box is located in the Narthex. If you have questions about this program, please see Ashton Bradford.
OUTREACH QUESTIONNAIRE: The Outreach Committee met on Sunday to choose a couple of potential projects. We came up with two programs to explore: A Giving Tree for Christmas and the Senior Center’s Friendly Visitor Program. Stay tuned for more details and a publication of the Questionnaire Results. If you have any questions, talk with Rev Barbara, Bill Mills, Deacon Cathy, Colleen Portbriand or Joyce Newcomb..
OPEN PRAYER: Wednesdays from 12-1pm in the church.
CHRISTMAS FAIR RAFFLE BASKETS: Check the display in the Narthex for needed raffle basket items. Or you might like to suggest items for a themed basket. In either case, for questions call Mary Ames, 508-367-3658. The Christmas Fair is 4 weeks away! Deadline for donations is November 29th.
CHRISTMAS FAIR BAKE SALE: Bakers needed! Melissa Abbott reminds you that baked goods can be frozen ahead of time for the Fair. Let’s get a head start on stocking up for the bake sale. Donations can be delivered to the office during business hours.
GENTLY USED CHRISTMAS: Now is the time to bring in your gently used Christmas items for the Christmas Fair.
It’s only a month away! Leave them in the Narthex (clearly marked) or deliver them to the office during business hours.
The Christmas Fair committee thanks you.
CARING FOR CREATION COMMITTEE: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86013659293. Join us on Fridays at 10am via Zoom. Ask Steve Tom or Fr. Al for details.
CHOIR REHEARSAL: Rehearsals take place in the Church or Parish Hall on Wednesdays from 2-4pm. Please join us in this joyful ministry. You do not need to be able to read music to join us.
THANK YOU: Deb Roberts and Wendy Nevins have added their time and talents to this ministry.
BUILDINGS & GROUNDS CREW: We are blessed to have 2steadfast volunteers who maintain our buildings and grounds. This ministry could use a few additional volunteers to help share the weekly cleaning and maintenance of our facilities. No experience is necessary and we appreciate whatever time you can offer. Please prayerfully consider how you might offer your time and talents to this ministry. Contact Fr. Al, Alan Carlson, or call the office during business hours.
COFFEE MUGS: St. John’s Coffee mugs are now available for purchase at $9.50. See the office if you are interested
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November 14-21, 2026
Saturday, November 14
9:30am AA, Parish Hall
5pm Worship Service with Holy Eucharist
Second Saturday Social, Parish Hall
Sunday, November 15
9:30am Worship Service with Holy Eucharist with Sunday School
10:15am Coffee Hour, Parish Hall
Monday, November 16
10am Al-Anon, Parish Hall
4:30-5:30pm, Lasit Theater Group, Parish Hall
Tuesday, November 17
12noon AA, Parish Hall
Wednesday, November 18
12noon Open Prayer
2pm Choir Rehearsal, Church
Thursday, November 19
12noon AA, Parish Hall
4:30-7pm Lasit Theatre Group, Church
6pm AA, Undercroft
Friday, November 20
10am Caring for Creation Zoom link https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86013659293
Saturday, November 21
9:30am AA, Parish Hall
5pm Worship Service with Holy Eucharist Saturday
