EVENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
FEBRUARY 19, 2023
Six (7) ANNOUNCEMENTS
February 19, 2023 - 3RD Sunday
The St. John family support ministry is partnering with the Oklahoma faith network, to combat the impact of opioid and substance abuse. The keynote speaker will cover ethics. there will be panel discussions on prevention, treatment, and supporting a loved one with an addiction. THE CONFERENCE WILL BE HELD SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 25TH IN THE M.L. JEMISON CONFERENCE CENTER. REGISTRATION IS FREE AND STARTS AT 9:00 A.M. The conference will end at 3:00 p.m. Vendors will also be on site to provide resources to the public. NARCAN, lock boxes, and disposable bags will be available for distribution. SNACKS AND LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED for those in attendance. PLEASE REGISTER TO ATTEND THIS CONFERENCE. All information is very helpful for us as a community of faith in order to support those that are in need of our help. For information regarding the conference and registration please CONTACT mowens@okchurches.org or VEOLA BRAY 405-323-5126.
The HOSPITALITY MINISTRY is now actively seeking new members to join us! We are inviting individuals with a welcoming Christian spirit, loving heart, and a desire to joyfully serve God’s Kingdom. Only one Sunday of service per month is requested.
In addition, we will be LAUNCHING A HOSPITALITY MINISTRY YOUTH DIVISION. YOUTH, AGES 12 TO 18 are encouraged to become part of this new ministry. Interested youth and adults are asked contact Deacon Gary Martin, President, Dr. Daryl Green, Vice President for more information.
VOTER’S BOOTH: Visit OK Voter Portal to view election results; verify voter registration information; verify voter ballot was counted; and to view facts about "Proof of Identity for Voting in Oklahoma".
The VIP Ministry invites you to join us for an evening of jazz, blues and soul at the University Central of Okla. (UCO) Jazz Lab featuring Shortt Dogg on FRIDAY, MARCH 3RD @ 7:00 P. M.
Show begins at 8:00 p.m. There is limited seating and no reserved seats are available. This is a time to relax, fellowship and enjoy local jazz artist. The cost of the tickets are___$15.00__to be purchased at the door at a first come basis. You are responsible for food and beverages. See you there!
On Sunday, APRIL 2ND, the VIP MINISTRY WILL ATTEND THE THUNDER VS PHOENIX SUNS NBA GAME. Game time is 6 p.m. at the Pay Com Center in downtown OKC. Seats are located in Section 109 at a cost of $83 each. Please sign-up not later than Feb 12. Payment is due not later than MARCH 12.
March 5,2023, 3:00pm at Prospect Baptist Church; the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. will sponsor its 49TH ANNUAL “FASHIONETTA” program. This program provides community service, educational and socially enriching experiences as well as the opportunity to receive merit and self-help scholarships. All High School junior girls interested in this rewarding opportunity contact please contact Mrs. Linda Samuel-Jaha at (405) 659-1223 or lsjahalaw@aol.com for additional information.
EVANGELISM EXPLOSION / EVERYDAY EVANGELISM INTENSIVE CLINIC: MARCH 30-31, 2023. The clinic will be held 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the M.L. Jemison Conference Center. The lead facilitator will be Art Hallett, the Prison Ministry Director for Evangelism Explosion. The cost for the teaching and out in the field training sessions is $150. Scholarships are available, please see Rev. Cornelius Wade soon if you are interested in this training.
FREE TUTORING for school year 22-23offered through STEM for grades 1st – 6th grades on the 1st and 2nd Saturdays only; and will be cancelled as needed. 1ST SESSION TO START ON SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 10TH (1-3PM) IN THE FELLOWSHIP HALL. All subjects will be covered. Students are required to wear mask. For more information contact Shirlee Tomlin @ 405.514.4630
ST. JOHN NURSERY is now opened every Sunday 1030am till end of morning worship. Bring your children. Volunteers would also be appreciated.
ST JOHN CHILDREN CHURCH opened 1030am until end of morning worship on 2ND, 4TH and 5TH Sundays. Volunteers needed.
WEDNESDAY PRAYER & BIBLE STUDY
Join us in the Conference Center each week @ 12 noon and 6pm. PLEASE wear a mask. Follow us on Facebook
MORNING PRAYER
10 am morning Prayer Team will meet in the Conference Center to pray for the worship service, the Church and Pastor. The more prayers that go up the more we may expect GOD to be pleased with our work and shower us with HIS kindness, grace and mercy. See you there.
CHILDREN’S CHOIR REHEARSALS
Scheduled EVERY MONDAY @ 6:15pm – 7:00pm. ALL CHILDREN ARE WELCOME. Masks are required for rehearsals.
HOMEOWNER ASSISTANCE FUND: There is financial assistance for homeowners who may have fallen behind in their mortgage payment, homeowner insurance or property taxes due to COVID-19 factors. Homeowners may receive up to $20,000.00 in assistance if they qualify...income guidelines are very liberal. For more information, please contact Jerri Shepherd @ 405.816.7840.
SEVEN WAYS TO GIVE HERE AT ST. JOHN
You can give “Electronically” or as we say, “anytime giving.”
You can give through 2 MOBILE APPS: VANCO and GIVELIFY on your phone. Download the app from the app store. If you need help with setting up your app, please contact Dr. Lawrence Kirk.
Go to the church WEBSITE “stjohnokc.org” and give thru the church web site. If you set up a profile, you will only have to setup your giving information once.
You can give, “In the Sanctuary”
While in the sanctuary go to: SJMBC guest (User) PraiseHim (password)
Offering Baskets are located at the North and South entrance of the church as you come in, to place your tithes and offering in. You can do this before church begins or when you leave.
You can give, “By Mail”
Mail in your tithes and offering to 5700 N. Kelley Avenue, Box B, Okla. City, OK 73111.
You can give, “In Person”
You are welcome to come by the church anytime and drop off your tithes
and offering in the church Mailbox B.
Call the Church at 405-478-3344 and we will gladly come and pick up your tithes and offering.
You can Drive by the Rev. W. K. Jackson Educational Wing, on Sunday mornings, and leave your offering with the Safety & Security Ministry.