Everyone is invited to the farewell luncheon for Bert Julian on Sunday, May 4, immediately following the worship service. Don't miss this special event as we celebrate Bert and her faithful service to our church over the last 16 years.

St. John's would like to welcome Angela Bolenbaugh to the St. John's Church Staff. Angela began working as our new Executive Secretary on Tuesday, April 22. Bert is training her until she retires on May 2. Angela is a member of St. John's along with her husband, Brad. They have four children: Holly, Bradley Cole, Dylan and Tyler. The Personnel Committee and Church Board previously announced that another person, Janet, had been hired to be Bert's replacement. Subsequent to that announcement, Janet declined the job. We are happy to have someone as qualified as Angela Bolenbaugh to step in.

The committee has met with Rev. Dr. Thomas Webster of the I/K Conference and completed a profile including leadership expectations, references, and statement on leadership in ministry. Bob Turner, Chairman, will attend the next Board meeting to give them an update and share information on the financial package for the new position.

Who: All St. John's junior and senior high youth --- When: Sat. May 3 - meet at St. John's parking lot, 9 AM - Why: As part of the city-wide clean-up, we'll work to pick up trash, and we'll earn $10 for every bag of trash!! We'll provide rubber gloves. Funds will help support our summer missino trip to West Virginia! Even if you aren't going on the trip, this will be your chance to help support the mission work! We should finish about 11 AM and will go to the Steele's for a cookout lunch and fellowship time! Please join us! Questions? Contact Karen Steele - 882-4807

Welcome to St. John's!

During our service of worship on Sunday, April 13, we received into membership:

Pamela A. Borders: Pam has interest in arts and crafts, being an Art Teacher in the past. She also is a licensed hearing aid specialist and is currently self-employed, creating and painting beautiful canes. Pam enjoys reading, nature and all critters and children.

Peter D. Haskins: Peter is the Director of Life After Meth (LAM) and is also an ordained UCC pastor, previously serving Salem UCC in Westphalia. Peter has a son, Dylan, who is a kindergartner in Vincennes. Peter & Emily Kirk are engaged and plan to be married at St. John's in October.

Emily Kirk: Emily is an Administrative Assistant for Mangin, Carter & Co. in Vincennes. She has a daughter, Catherine Grace, who is almost 2 1/12 years old. Emily's interests include singing and karaoke. Emily is the daughter of Cathy and Don Kirk.

The Contemporary Class will be studying "How Should We Then Live?" by Dr. Francis Schaeffer. The ten part series will be running through May. The sweeping epic on the rise and decline of Western thought and culture is presented with study guide and DVD documentary. Each episode focuses on a significant era, yet speaks to 21st century man with answers for modern problems. Anyone wishing to join the class discussions is welcome.

Thanks to all who contributed to our 2008 "One Great Hour of Sharing" offering. The total collected as of March 23 is $5,473.75. Your gifts will help those in need in more than 90 countries around the world. Your generous donations are much needed and appreciated!

May Fellowship Day, sponsored by Church Women United, will be Friday, May 2 at First Church of God, Monroe City, beginning at 9:30 AM (registration) with a service at 10 AM. The theme is "Plant a Deed of Hospitality, Reap a Bouquet of Friendship." A salad luncheon will follow. Bring a salad to share.

We are currently compiling a list of all graduates; youth, college and post-graduate are to be included. If you know of an individual who is graduating in the spring, or graduated during the winter, please call the church office to be added to our list. The date for Graduation Sunday will be May 18.

It's time to think summer! The 2008 Camping brochures for the I-K Conference have arrived. It's time to get out your calendars and start planning for these opportunities available at Merom Conference Center and Barbee Christian Camp. The Board of Christian Education will offer "camperships" for up to 1/2 the cost of the camp. There are great opportunities for campers of all ages to participate. Please call the church office (882-2720) if you would like a brochure.

The Cub Scout Pack has been busy finishing up the year. All 3 Tigers were awarded their badges in February at the Blue and Gold Banquet. Six Wolves, two Bears, and five first-year Webelos received their badges at the April 29th meeting. The second year Webelos will be receiving their Arrow of Light badges at a special awards ceremony to be held at Ouabache Trails Park in May. Our summer will also be very busy as we have two activities a month to attend, including day camp to be held at Camp Arthur the last of June. We will walk in the 4th of July parade, so look for the boys to catch some candy. We can't forget about the annual camping trip to Camp Arthur for the boys to enjoy hot dogs and s'mores.