Mary Ellen Borges Memorial Lecture

The 2nd Annual Mary Ellen (Molly) Borges Memorial Lecture will be April 11, 7pm, at Dickinson College. The topic is “God Is Not One: Why is religion relevant? How are religions different?” Lecturer: Stephen Prothero There will be two prefatory presentations in the Parish Hall on Thursdays, March 22 & March 29, at 7:30pm, by Dr. Mara Donaldson, Associate Professor of Religion, Dickinson College, with her Senior-Seminar Students.

SPY Positions available

St. John's SUMMER PROGRAM FOR YOUTH, (SPY) program is looking for qualified people for their summer day program. Staff positions include counselors, Children's Coordinator and a Director. Counselors must have completed one year of college and have experience working with elementary school children. The Coordinator and Director must be a Junior or Senior in College or have a College Degree and experience working with elementary school children. SPY is an 7 week summer day camp that enriches the lives of children who are in need, both socially and economically, staff will have one additional week of training. The program provides educational and recreational activities that develop reading and other skills, enhance community awareness, heighten self-esteem and instill positive character traits in children 6-9 years old. Training will begin the week of June 11, 2012 and camp will end the week of August 3, 2012 hours approx. 8am to 4pm Director applications should be in by 02/10/2012 Children's Coordinator's applications should be in by 02/24/2012 Counselor applications should by in by 03/09/2012 For more information/application: go to www.stjohnscarlisle.org, or email: spy@stjohnscarlisle.org.

Organ Recital

Brian Rotz and Shirley King (organist at First Presbyterian and Dickinson College) will present a joint “Organ Duo Recital”, Sunday, February 12 at 4:00 pm in the First Lutheran Church, E. High Street, Carlisle. Admission is free.

Souper Bowl Sunday

On Super Bowl Sunday we will again join with churches throughout the area in receiving a “Souper Bowl” offering. As you leave the church on your way to watch the game our teens will be holding the large kitchen bowls and invite you to empty your coins, drop some dollars, or write a check!! It is said that next to Thanksgiving Day, this is the day when we eat the most! So it is a good day to remember the many (over 1000 families in Carlisle) who receive food assistance at Project SHARE, our ecumenical food bank.

Music at Marcello's for the Preschool

Come hear music and eat great food at Marcello's Italian Restaurant, 900 Cavalry Road, to benefit the preschool on March 29. For $30 a ticket you will be entertained and enjoy an appetizer or salad, and main course. BYOB. Two seatings, 5:30 and 7:30. See Meribeth Seibert for more information and tickets.

Write an icon

There are a few positions left for the Lenten ICON class....sign up today. $50.00 deposits made payable to Jody Cole are due this weekend to Cindy Ludwig (713-5277). They can be dropped off at the office and/or placed in her mail slot. Last year’s Lenten ICON workshop was a big success so if you missed the opportunity to be coached in “writing” your traditional icon, this is a second opportunity!

Inquirers' Class

The Inquirer’s Classes for those new to the Episcopal Church will be held on three consecutive Thursday evenings, March 1, 8, and 15 in the Education Room from 7:00 to 8:30. Fr. Mark will lead these sessions which are open to everyone, including those who would like a little “refresher course”! The class topics will be March 1, The Basics of the Faith for Christians: what Anglicans believe March 8, Word and Sacrament: the worship of the Church March 15, Life as an Episcopalian: Spirituality, Ethics, Ministry, Mission, and the Church These classes are especially appropriate for those who may be considering being presented to the Bishop on the first Sunday of May for Confirmation, Reception, or Reaffirmation. Please speak with Fr. Mark or email him at MScheneman@stjohnscarlisle.org for more information.

PreSchool Tee Shirts

With several requests from parents and church members to have a Spirit Sale, the preschool is currently selling t-shirts. For more information, visit the “Spirit Sale Display” on the way up the stairs to the preschool or contact Tim Lively at tdlively@nmiddleton.com. Don’t forget that the preschool can benefit from you taking a minute to register your Giant Bonuscard. Just pop by the Cloister table to jot down a little bit of information and the preschool will receive a percentage of your purchases from mid-October through mid-March!

Transportation Needed

For many years St. John's has provided transportation for parishioners to doctor's appointments when needed. Now we need some new drivers to continue this wonderful ministry. Please consider this part-time request, and call Susan Olson (258-5502) or Connie Middleton (243-0493) to add your name to the list. We promise to work with your schedule and time restraints.