RANDOM ACTS OF KINDNESS - STEPPED UP!
A random act of kindness is when one chooses to do something nice - and unexpected - for a stranger. Things like holding open a door or helping to carry groceries are examples. At St John's we're stepping that up to RADICAL random acts of kindness. Think about mowing grass for a neighbor or spending an afternoon visiting with seniors at a nursing home. St John's offers Random Acts of Kindness Kits - stop by the Mound Street entry to pick up a kit or to learn more!
A random act of kindness is when one chooses to do something nice - and unexpected - for a stranger. Things like holding open a door or helping to carry groceries are examples. At St John's we're stepping that up to RADICAL random acts of kindness. Think about mowing grass for a neighbor or spending an afternoon visiting with seniors at a nursing home. St John's offers Random Acts of Kindness Kits - stop by the Mound Street entry to pick up a kit or to learn more!
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PFLAG COLUMBUS
PFLAG - Parents and Families of Lesbians And Gays - meets at St John's on the second Sunday of each month, 2-4pm, except in May. PFLAG was formed in 1972 after Jeanne Manford was cheered for carrying a sign in the New York City Pride Parade stating, I LOVE MY GAY SON! PFLAG has grown to over 350 chapters and 200,000 supporters including parents, friends, straight and LGBT allies.
PFLAG - Parents and Families of Lesbians And Gays - meets at St John's on the second Sunday of each month, 2-4pm, except in May. PFLAG was formed in 1972 after Jeanne Manford was cheered for carrying a sign in the New York City Pride Parade stating, I LOVE MY GAY SON! PFLAG has grown to over 350 chapters and 200,000 supporters including parents, friends, straight and LGBT allies.
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SOUTHSIDE COMMUNITY MINISTRY FOOD PANTRY
St. John's Church along with five other churches started the South Side Community Ministries (SSCM) Food Pantry. The food pantry has been providing emergency food for children, families and seniors for over 30 years. The food pantry is located at St. Paul's United Church of Christ at 225 E. Gates St. Columbus, Ohio and staffed by volunteers. Members of St. John's Church volunteer regularly at the food pantry and you are welcome to come join us. If you would like to help email the church office.
St. John's Church along with five other churches started the South Side Community Ministries (SSCM) Food Pantry. The food pantry has been providing emergency food for children, families and seniors for over 30 years. The food pantry is located at St. Paul's United Church of Christ at 225 E. Gates St. Columbus, Ohio and staffed by volunteers. Members of St. John's Church volunteer regularly at the food pantry and you are welcome to come join us. If you would like to help email the church office.
Below are photos of church members helping, please join us.
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STEPHEN MINISTRY PROGRAM
A Stephen Minister is an extension of our congregation’s concept of caring about and ministering to its people. A Stephen Minister will meet with you once a week for about an hour, not to solve problems, but to be a caring listener as you talk about your feelings concerning some of the things that are of vital importance to you. Your Stephen Minister is trained to be a good listener and is supervised in a small group meeting twice a month. You can be assured that the things you say to your Stephen Minister will be held confidential. To learn about the Stephen Minister Program check out their web site. Pastor Gini would love to hear from you if you have an interest in becoming a Stephen Minister or have a need.
A Stephen Minister is an extension of our congregation’s concept of caring about and ministering to its people. A Stephen Minister will meet with you once a week for about an hour, not to solve problems, but to be a caring listener as you talk about your feelings concerning some of the things that are of vital importance to you. Your Stephen Minister is trained to be a good listener and is supervised in a small group meeting twice a month. You can be assured that the things you say to your Stephen Minister will be held confidential. To learn about the Stephen Minister Program check out their web site. Pastor Gini would love to hear from you if you have an interest in becoming a Stephen Minister or have a need.