4th Sunday of Easter … Sunday, May 11, 2025 at 10am
Come as you are! Everyone welcome … In-person or on Zoom.
R E A D I N G S
Psalm 23, Acts 9:36-43, John 10:22-30, Psalm 207
S E R M O N
“Shepherding and Mothering” by The Rev. Dr. Max Lynn
M U S I C
PRELUDE … “Prelude and Fugue No.2, Op. 16” Clara Schumann (1819-1896)
INTROIT … “Sing Alleluia” Baldassare Donato (1548-1603)
HYMN … “My Shepherd Will Supply My Need”
ANTHEM … “Make a Joyful Noise Unto the Lord” Kirke L. Mechem (b. 1925)
HYMN … “Bring Many Names”
OFFERTORY … “Salve mater misericordiae”(Hail, Mother of mercy) René Vierne (1878-1918)
HYMN … “Though I May Speak”
POSTLUDE … “La Glorification from Suite Mariale” Paul de Maleingreau (1887-1956)
Join us for Coffee Hour immediately after the service.
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Our Sanctuary’s 50th Anniversary Celebration is on Sunday, May 18
St. John’s is 118 years old, but the Sanctuary is turning 50 this year. Join us on Sunday, May 18 in Worship, and for a Party after worship on the lawn: Bring friends, family and neighbors. There will be authentic Mexican tacos, salads, cake, refreshments, a Bluegrass Band, and a Bounce House! Check out our 50th Anniversary webpage for interesting history on the Sanctuary.
Berkeley CROP Walk 2025
Get involved with the annual Berkeley CROP Hunger Walk! The Berkeley CROP Hunger walk supports Church World Service (CWS), Dorothy Day House, and the Berkeley Food Pantry. These non-profits operate food programs, emergency response assistance, and longer-term solutions. You can donate and/or register to walk by visiting the CROP walk’s website. One may also give checks made out to “CWS/CROP” to Greg or Don Rising. This year’s walk will be held on Sunday, May 18 at St. Mary Magdalen at 1:30pm.