How are we doing? Click HERE to view our 2010 Budget Update
Update from the Worship Director Search Team After a great deal of prayer, discussion, and discernment, the Worship Director search committee has determined that neither of our 2 finalists (Tim Sharpe and Jill McFadden) is the person God is calling to be the next Director of Worship, Music and the Arts at John Knox.
Both candidates were very qualified and proved to be excellent in several of our top-priority skill/personality areas, but the time we spent with each of them during their visits helped both the committee and the candidates identify some areas of concern. Further discussions with each candidate and with the Pastors Robert and Ron contributed to our sensing a clear leading from the Holy Spirit that neither candidate is the right fit for JKPC at this time. We are a bit disappointed with this outcome but remain committed to finding and hiring the person that God is calling to lead the next chapter of Worship life at John Knox. We are re-posting the Director of Worship, Music and the Arts job opening and position description, and will begin evaluating new applicants in mid-September. If you have any questions please feel free to contact the search committee co-chairs, Jon Ballast or Jon Williams. Thank you for all of your continued prayers and support through this search process.
We look forward to seeing you on the 31st!!
Call for Submissions
What type of art graces the walls of your home? The art we buy or display in our homes has much to say about who we are, how we see the world, and how we understand God. The JKPC Visual Art team is calling for submissions of works from the homes of our own congregation for a new exhibit, titled "Collecting as an Act of Faith." Submissions need not be "Christian" in subject - rather we are looking for art that resonates in the soul of the owner and evokes God's truth and beauty in some way. Taken together, these works will present a unique visual representation of our community of faith. The work will be on display at John Knox from September to November 2010.
To submit a work for consideration, please send a digital photo of the work, along with the title, artist, dimensions, and a brief statement about why this work is significant to you, sent an email to Haley Ballast.
Summer Sunday School Takes on a New Look July 11 - Aug 29 we begin practices during the 9:00 AM hour for "Paul in a Basket" directed in part by Chris Linderman and Nancy Oldenkamp. We are looking for an adult to play Paul and others to participate in a few key roles beginning July 11th. Come on board for the telling of Paul's exciting adventures by contacting Sue-Ann Hohimer.
Nursery and Classes offered for those 3 months through 6th grade.
Grades 1-5 meet together in the Fellowship Hall in Room 2 to discuss the monthly topic, then rotate weekly to various age appropriate workshops to delve deeper. The last Sunday of each month (around 10:00 AM) grades 1-6 will join adults in the Worship Center to share in Prayer, Holy Communion, Worship and the Benediction.
New! Sixth graders now meet weekly in their classroom above the Youth Center.
10:45 AM Sunday School
Nursery and Classes are offered for those 3 months through Kindergarten. Those in grades 1-6 will attend the Worship Service. Children’s bulletins which relate closely to what is being preached are available at the Welcome Center. Please contact Sue-Ann Hohimer, Director of Children and Family Ministries if we can further assist you in helping your child worship at church.
Get Involved in Children's Ministry!
As we gear up for our Summer 9:00 AM hour and look ahead to planning for Fall 2010, the CFM team would really like to add to our current number of volunteers. If you would like to find out more about how your God given gifts, talents and life experiences could be used for God's glory here at John Knox through involvement in Children's Ministry please contact Sue-Ann Hohimer at shohimer@jkpcusa.org or 206.241.1606 ext 13. We'd love to have you join our team of volunteers as we partner with parents to make an impact on the next generation for the Kingdom of God.
IMPORTANT: Anyone who works at JKPC with children or youth under the age of 18 is required to pass a national background check prior to volunteering. You may utilize the following computer link to complete the check. The background checks will be run by a company named Protect My Ministry. It will only take about 3 minutes to enter your information. For more information, or questions about this policy please contact the office or Dave Roberts.
Melody Fuchigami, Interim Preschool Director at 206.241.1606 x 30 / melody@jkpcusa.org
Missions
Donations Needed for Hospitality House, August 2010. Hospitality House depends on the support of each of the sponsoring churches to serve homeless women in South King County. Click HERE for a list of current needs. If you can donate even one box or package of any of these items it would be a tremendous help. Drop your donation at the Church Office or at the shelter: Lake Burien Presbyterian Church during business hours 9-3 Mon. – Fri. To arrange a pick up, please contact Erin Ray.
2010 Back-to-School Backpack Project
God's Grace in Action is once again collecting items to give local disadvantaged children a good start in school this fall. They'll be collecting supplies through August 22 and then assembling the backpacks for the local schools. If you'd like to donate any of the items listed below, you can drop them off in the collection boxes located in front of the upstairs office reception window in the Administration Building.
#2 Pencils
Folders
WIDE RULED notebook paper
Pencil Sharpeners
Rulers
3 Ring Binders
Erasers
Student Scissors
Notebook dividers
Pens Glue sticks
One-theme spiral notebooks
Markers
Bottle
Glue
Colored Pencils
Cloth Backpacks
24 Count Crayons
Pencil Boxes/Cases
Financial donations are also welcome. Checks can be made out to GGIA and marked "Back to School". Send checks to PO Box 69461, Seattle WA 98168. Thanks once again for your support. For more information on GGIA, please visit their web site at www.ggiahighline.org
Women’s Retreat
Women - save the dates of Friday October 15th - Sunday October 17th, for a retreat at Dumas Bay Conference Center in Federal Way. Ruth Bayley will be our speaker. Registration begins August 8, forms will be available at the Welcome Center. If you are interested in being involved in the planning please contact Marsha Baklund gmbaklund@comcast.net or Della Hoag hoagd@comcast.net
Calling all Life Group Leaders! 2010 Purpose Driven Small Groups Conference Join us at Saddleback Church in Redmond for their Community U 2010 Purpose Driven Small Groups Conference September 24-25. There will be some great training available for leaders and any anyone interested in small groups. Please contact Gregg Baklund or Pastor Ron Oldenkamp. Visit the website for more details.
Meet 'n' Mingle
* Meets the third Friday of every month Fall through Spring at 11:30 AM
* Friends, neighbors are welcome.
Monday Night Miracles!
An open AA / 12-step meeting. Every Monday, 7:30 PM. Questions? Contact facilitator Gerri Walters.
What are Life Groups? They are complementary to our times of corporate worship and service together. They are a place to help people connect relationally to the community of faith; where they can grow toward full devotion to Christ and where they can reach out to others with His love.
In a large church like John Knox, Life Groups help us to get smaller as we grow bigger, to foster intimacy, maturity, and accountability as followers of Christ. Life Groups are the place where one can be grounded in truth while staying real with life; where what we believe is aligned with what we practice. They involve study, prayer, relationship, and service. Groups meet in homes, coffee houses, or even here at JKPC. Gatherings take place anywhere from weekly to bi-weekly to once a month and normally last an hour and a half to two hours. There are groups for men, women and couples.
For information contact our Life Group Coordinator Gregg Baklund.
Men's On-Going Life Groups - Join one of the men's groups and become a Man after God's own heart.
Tue. 6:30 AM @ Sal's Deli in Burien - Contact Dave Duke (weekly)
Tue. 7:00 AM @
Foundations Class at 9:00 AM for Jr. and Sr. High Students.
Tuesday Evening
The X - Last meeting is May 25, 6:30-8:00 PM, Open to all 7th and 8th graders.
Wednesday Evening
The Gathering, 7:00 - 9:00 PM in the Youth Center - connect with God and others through worship, teaching, small groups and hang-time. Open to all high school students.
To find out what's happening in Student Ministries, please visit the web sites below. Check out the Google Calendar!
Click HERE to visit the Parent's site.
Click HERE to visit the Student's site.