All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit!   (Acts 2:4a)

 As we transistion from the Easter season into the season of Pentecost, the focus becomes the third preson of the Trinity, the Holy Spirit.  Jesus makes a promise to his disciples that they will not be left alone, that an advocate will be sent to them and this advocate will live within them always.  We celebrate the Holy Spirit on Pentecost, which is 50 days after the Easter Celebration and rejoices in God’s presence within and among us. 

Throughout Pentecost we’ll explore what this gift of the Holy Spirit means for us.  What gifts it brings, how we recognize those gifts, and how we respond to these precious gifts as we live our out lives of faith. We’ll explore the talents we’ve been gifted individually and collectively as God’s people.  And we’ll discover how we can best use them in the work that God has given us at St. John’s, in our community, and out in the world.  

I know that many think of summer as a time when things slow down at the church, we focus on enjoying all the great things that warm weather and sunshine have to offer.  However, we still have many activities going on that we want and need you to be part of.  As we worship on Sunday mornings and our choirs take a break, we look for individuals who have musical talents to share that enhance our worship life.  We will be hosting a Vacation Bible School in July with the them Rainforrect Falls and need volunteers.  We have lots of ongoing maintence needs, some preparation to do for new ministries that are starting, and many of our teams are still looking for members.  Summer is a time for reflecting on our values and mission as we let the Holy Spirit guide us into the future of our ministry at St. Johns.  Come and join the fun! 

May all be attentive to the Holy Spirit within us, who guides us in our life of faith, hope, and love.  

Blessings,

Pastor Karla