Archive for April, 2007

Sermon: “In Spite of Locked Doors” by Mark Alley

Sunday, April 15th, 2007

There is Good News to share! Jesus is not going to give up on any of us. He is going to continue to appear, and bless and call and empower us.
We live out our faithfulness every time we accept the power of the Holy Spirit for us to do that which is beyond our own abilities.
There is Good News to share!

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Youth Group

Sunday, April 15th, 2007

Happy Close Friends Day!
First of all, thanks to everyone who made our 50s for Freedom Night so amazing! Including the youth, we served about 80 people and uncovered some hidden talent at St. John’s with our karaoke performances. Some will never be forgotten! We have already raised over $500 (that’s profit!), and […]

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AARP 55 Alive Driver Safety Course

Friday, April 13th, 2007

This course will be offered May 23 & 24 from 1-5 PM at St. Mary’s Parish Hall on Chestnut Street in Dover. Both days must be attended to receive credit for the course. Some car insurance companies offer discounts for this course.
It is geared for drivers age 50 and over. Some objectives […]

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Tri-State District Youth Retreat

Friday, April 13th, 2007

Save the dates of May 4-5 for a mission related Tri-State District Retreat for youth and youth leaders at the Exeter UMC. Registration forms are available from Brenda Borchers or for more information, call Brenda at 343-4424.
Note: Adults needed for youth retreat - In order to bring the youth group to the retreat and […]

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Kids’ Worship Arts

Friday, April 13th, 2007

Kids’ Worship Arts — Sacred Dance

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Blood Drive

Friday, April 13th, 2007

Blood Drive in Hartford Hall at St John’s

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News & Notes

Thursday, April 12th, 2007

Dear St. John’s Church Family,
Christ is risen!
Christ is risen indeed!
May we all continue to live in the “glow” of the hope of the resurrection, where the risen Christ calls us each by name, and lifts us above those (real or perceived) limitations in our life of faith!
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50’s for Freedom Dinner & Dance

Tuesday, April 10th, 2007

Get out your poodle skirt, slick back your hair and put on your dancing shoes, as the youth group takes you back in time to the days of drive-in restaurants, hula hoops and old time fun favorites like “Blue Moon”, “Blueberry Hill” and “The Twist” this Saturday night, April 14 at 5:30 PM.
The youth group […]

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Sermon: “Experience a Resurrection” by Mark Alley

Sunday, April 8th, 2007

What are the limitations for us? Who has told us that we can’t do something? Who has told us that we’re not worthy? Who has told us that what we have to offer is not significant in God’s eyes? Let me get you to set those aside and listen… to the Resurrection Story… as the risen Christ calls your name. May you experience a resurrection.

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Easter is Coming! (Sneak-peak at the Sanctuary Flowers!)

Saturday, April 7th, 2007

Easter Sunday Worship Services
First Fire: 5:30 AM, Outside
Sunrise: 6 AM, Sanctuary
Easter Breakfast: After Sunrise Service, Hartford Hall
Easter Service: 9:00 AM, Sanctuary
Easter Service: 11:00 AM, Sanctuary
This Easter’s Flowers!
(Click on the thumbnail to see
the full size picture.)

Come! Worship with us!
Feel God’s Love for You!
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