2012 Pledge Cards
Pledge Cards have been mailed out and are due back by October 23, 2011. In order to prepare St. John’s 2012 budget, the Vestry asks that you comply with the pledge card deadline. You may bring it back to the church office, or place in the collection plate. Your stewardship is vital to our church.

---

ECF Webinars
Several webinars, provided by Episcopal Church Foundation, are available this month. (Go to www.episcopalfoundation.org)
As part of ECF’s efforts to assist congregations in developing leadership and financial resources, they are offering webinars for clergy and lay parish leaders. There is no cost to participate and all are welcome.
Topics will include vestry leadership, capital campaigns, endowments, and planned giving. Some of the topics are: Setting Up a Planned Giving Program for Your Parish; Sound Practices for Vestry Leaders and more. These are very informative and would be helpful to all congregations.

---

Did You Know?
70%
Is the percentage of people
that said they would try
visiting a church if a friend
personally invited them.
(from Evangelismcoach.org)

---

VESTRY MEETING REPORT
St. John’s Vestry Updates
A Summary of Matters Discussed and Actions Taken during recent Vestry Meetings
Vestry meetings are well attended and are started in Prayer both for the meeting and also for members of our parish family as well as our wider community. Items discussed in recent meetings are bulleted below:
Discussion continued after vestry retreat to focus on church vision and mission work. Mary McGregor from EDOT available to assist.
Election of new vestry members to be moved to October 30, 2011. Mike Meyer and Weezie Burton are the vestry nominating committee. This will allow new vestry members a bit of time to transition alongside the departing vestry members. New members will also be able to observe the budgeting process for 2012. The Vestry will be increased to 6 members so two are elected each year.
Little Church Club – Focus on new church membership with suggestions of nametags, checklists, “elevator” speech, and possibly signage to catch the attention of prospective members
The Northwest Convocation Clericus will be held October 6, 2011. ECW has graciously offered to work on a menu and kitchen help to support this event.
ECW Craft Fair will be held November 5, 2011
Blessing of the Animals will be held on October 22, 2011 and will be a joint service with the Methodist, and Presbyterian churches.
The liturgical calendar for 2012 is in work – Jean Trice and Weezie Burton are helping with this.
Wendy received letter of resignation from Molly Walker. She will no longer serve in the Treasurer capacity.
Received Annual letter from the Bishops’ office with regard to the Diocesan and Mission assessment. The Diocesan assessment has been reduced by $1,500 based on average church attendance and pledges, however, the mission assessment appears to have increased. We will seek clarification as well as investigate to see if we can apply the mission assessment for Marlin/Falls county mission outreach
Bobby Peterson has trained Polly Brown on the sound system; as previously recorded, we would also like to train Mike Ferda and John Hall. Also need to see if we can somehow train someone on the recording of the church services for shut-ins.
Bobby Peterson will call Rodney Krumnow regarding the timer for the sprinkler system. The timing of the sprinklers seems to need adjustment. Weezie to provide Bobby with Rodney’s phone number.
With the resignation of Molly Walker; Polly Brown was elected Treasurer.
Utility carrier investigation. Mike and Polly reported that they are still awaiting for analysis from an additional carrier. Mike and Polly were appointed to make the decision on behalf of the vestry.
Kairos Ministry support – Kairos will be here at St. John’s October 8th for training and will return November 9th – 12th for their ministry at the Hobby unit here in Marlin.
Church maintenance checklist – Molly Walker had created a checklist of what maintenance needed to be completed and the timeline of that maintenance. We need to check with Molly and revisit the checklist at vestry meetings.
Discussion and implementation of Usher duties – Roles and responsibility of ushers will expand to working the sound system (when needed) and understanding the thermostats in the church.
Stewardship – Mark Patterson graciously volunteered to facilitate the 2011 stewardship campaign. Need letter and pledge cards sent out NLT next week with deadline for return on 10/23/2011.
Vestry minutes will be edited by Wendy Huber for publication in the monthly newsletter.

Meeting Adjourned

---

---

DOK MEETS OCTOBER 9
The DOK is an Order open to women of the Episcopal Church. The mission of the Order is prayer for the work and members of the church. DOK will meet on the second Sunday of the month at 11:00 a.m. The DOK President at St. John’s is Diana Miles.

ECW CRAFT FAIR SET
Mark your calendars for Saturday, Nov 5, 9am—3pm for St.John’s Community Arts & Crafts Fair. Many old and new vendors have committed to booth space. The women with the help of two male honorary members, will be serving Taco Salad and baked goods to-go. Pony rides will be available again, thanks to Mark & Sherri Patterson. (Sorry, only for ages 10 & under). Please bring family and friends, as this will be a great time to start some early Christmas shopping and take home a delicious meal! For additional info, contact Polly Brown 275-9284 or polly@mckinleybrown.com

ULTREYA
Ultreya meets once a month on Sunday at 4:00 p.m.

---

ST. JOHNS CHOIRS
St. John’s Choirs are a vital part of our services. Choir rehearsal is held on Sunday morning at 8:30 a.m., and hand chime choir is held on Sunday at 12:30 p.m. Anyone who is interested in joining any of the choirs is welcome. For information call Sue at 254-654-5182.
“Hallelujah! Sing to the Lord a new song; sing his praise in the congregation of the faithful.” Psalm 149:1

CURSILLO
Attend a Cursillo weekend! Cursillo is a movement in the church. Its purpose is to help those in the church understand their individual callings to be Christian Leaders. Leadership, in Cursillo, does not mean power over others, but influence on others. For more information, see www.campallen.org

---

FOOD FOR OCTOBER
Food basket for October will go to Faith, Hope & Charity. Please bring macaroni and cheese, rice, beans, pasta, spaghetti sauce, Ramen noodles, fruit cups, pudding cups, and canned goods for our food outreach ministry. Smaller packages are preferred. Please support this vital and important outreach program for the community of Marlin. Sam and Patti Bosnack are Co-Chairmen for the Food Basket Ministry. On the last Sunday of the month, they will load the food collected in their car for distribution on Monday. Thank you Sam and Pattie for your service to this important outreach program for the community of Marlin.

---

PRAYER LIST
Sam Bosnack
Pattie Bosnack
Betsy Boyt
Pat Boyt
Felma Branch
Deniece Brasher
Chrissie Brazelton
Ann Brown
Katherine Cassidy
Frank Cassidy
Leo Chafin
Margaret Clifton
Kay Evans
Lola Fischer
Nona Forbes
Horace Goodrich
Eleanor Grant
Delores Hendrick
Doyle Hodges
Geneva Hughes
Ron Janes
Edgar Keeling
Sandy Kleckner
Donna Kight
Rodney Krumnow
Nina Leeth
Melvin Lloyd
Faye Lombardo
Linda Ludwig
Pat Moody
Shana Noe
Jack Norlie
Willie Null
Pam Patterson
Miss Peaches
Joe Pearson
C.D. Plumber
Louis Polchinski
Mary Lynn Powell
Steve Price
Lucy Pyland
Barbara Rudd
Merritt Schumann
Iris Schumann
Delton Shiflett
Andrew Smith
Kyla Smith
Haley T.
Barbara Taylor
Harriett Wacker

ENTERED INTO ETERNAL REST
Mary Goodrich Baskin
Mary Winters
Gary Evans
Alice Ferda
Mena Nichols
Ruby Matelski
Kirk Estes
Gail Naumann
Clarita Buie
Bess Sebesta

---

FOOD FOR THE SOUL
A collection of recipes from various places…Feel free to send yours in !

Tomato-Zucchini Tart
Makes 8 servings
Prep: 20 min, Bake 26 min
Ingredients:
1– 15oz pkg refrigerated piecrusts
1 med. Zucchini, thinly sliced
2 tsp olive oil
3 med tomatoes, sliced
1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/3 cup light mayonnaise
1/2 tsp ground pepper

Fit piecrust into a 9-inch tart pan according to pkg directions; trim excess. Prick bottom and sides of piecrust using a fork.
Bake piecrust at 450 for 9-11 min or until lightly browned. Let cool.
Saute zucchini in hot oil in large skillet over med-hi heat until tender. Arrange zucchini in bottom of prepared piecrust. Arrange tomatoes on top of zucchini.
Stir together basil, cheese and mayo. Drop by tspfuls evenly on top of tomatoes, spread gently. Sprinkle with pepper.
Bake at 425 for 10-15 min or until thoroughly heated and cheese mixture is slightly melted.
Calories 199; Fat 13g; Carb 17.3g
(Submitted by Polly Brown)

---

WEDNESDAY EVENING PRAYER SERVICES
Wednesday Evening Compline will be held the first and third Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m. (Weezie Burton will lead)
Wednesday Evening Prayer will be held the second and fourth Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m. (Kate Hall will lead)

---

PLEASE READ!
Look for the sheet on the table by the front door entrance to Parish Hall. We know some of you have done this once already, but we ask you to confirm by filling this out again. If you mark “Pick up newsletter”, we will place your newsletter with your name on it on this same table (by door entrance). If you mark “Mail newsletter”, we will mail your copy to you. We appreciate your help in this matter!

---

Use of Church Facilities
Before scheduling a meeting at St. John’s, check with the office to make sure the date is available. Leave a message (254)803-3800 or email stjohnepiscopal514@sbcglobal.net Put “Meeting Request” for the subject.

---

OFFICE HOURS

The office will be open on Wednesday and Thursday from 10:00 – 12:00. Pastoral Leader Wendy Huber will be in the office on Mondays. Her hours will vary. Please call before you come to be certain she is in the office.

---

CHANGE TO NEWSLETTER DEADLINE:

The deadline for the newsletter is the 25th of each month. Please have all your newsletter information ready by October 25.

---