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Apply for a Norwood Parish Grant, Spring 2023

slopilato · March 28, 2023 ·

Deadline: April 30

From now through April 30, the Norwood Parish Fund (NPF) Board will accept grant applications for Spring 2023.

Grants are available to organizations or parishioners for:

St. John’s capital needs,
Outreach ministries,
Seed money for new ministries and special one-time projects, and
Other highly meritorious purposes that are similar to, but do not precisely fit, the three categories above and that fulfill St. John’s mission to develop its ministries or to be a catalyst for projects that are beyond what it is possible to fund through annual operating funds.

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Leadership Opportunity: Serve as a Partner Representative for Samaritan Ministry of Greater Washington

slopilato · March 28, 2023 ·

For many years, St.John’s has had a strong relationship with Samaritan Ministry of Greater Washington (SM), an organization dedicated to helping neighbors in need build self sufficiency and success in their lives. Our engagement with SM includes having a team of “Partner Representatives,” two individuals who work together to coordinate St. John’s participation and generosity with SM, including 2-3 events yearly: the Next Step Breakfast in the Spring, and the Gala in the Fall. Both of these events are fun for participants, and the SM provides guidance for the steps involved.

For the next year, Roxy Wolfe will offer assistance to those transitioning into this important role. If you are interested in learning more, please reach out to Roxy or Deacon Anne Derse.

2023 Candidates for Vestry and Diocesan Delegation

slopilato · March 20, 2023 ·

The Leadership Development Team (formerly known as the Nominating Committee) is delighted to present this year’s candidates for the Vestry:

Senior Warden – one-year term: Kevin Kehus

Junior Warden – one-year term: Janet Hall

Vestry member:

Katherine Krile
Clara Lovett
Debra Parker
Dan Ryan
Geoff Sharpe
Ann Ramsey-Moor
Carolyn Schugar

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The Easter Brunch Reception Returns!

slopilato · March 20, 2023 ·

This Easter, enjoy the return of a beloved St. John’s tradition that we had to put away during the pandemic: the Easter Brunch Reception!! What a wonderful and tasty way to reconnect with your St. John’s friends and to extend hospitality to the many visitors whom we receive on that most special of Sundays.

Taking place between the 9:00 am and 11:15 am services, you’ll have the opportunity to indulge in items lovingly prepared (or purchased) by our parishioners. It promises to be beautiful, too, with Sallie Chatfield’s special decorating talents on display.

The saying “many hands make light work” is certainly true in regard to the Easter Brunch Reception. Sign up to contribute food items or to volunteer your time to set up or clean up on Easter Sunday, April 9.

If you have any questions, please contact Lee Walsh.

Support Our March Outreach Partner, Identity, Inc., on Sunday the 26th

slopilato · March 20, 2023 ·

St. John’s March outreach collection, on Sunday the 26th, will benefit Identity, Inc. Chaired by St. John’s own Sarah Whitesell, Identity, Inc. is a Montgomery County nonprofit serving Latino youth and families.

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