Wesley Housing and the Hodges' Work in South Sudan

On February 10 and 11, St. John’s United Methodist Church in Springfield is hosting an Art and Frame Sale and Auction to raise money for Wesley Housing and Steve and Diantha Hodges’ Work in South Sudan.

Please go this web site for more information.

Youth Bowling Lock-In Registration

Registration for the Bowling Lock-In is on, and the Falls Church Bowling Alley is known for filling up. The cost is $20 per person to cover food, shoe rental and use of the lane for six hours. Please add this event to your calendar-- January 27-28. Please let JR know by January 22nd if you want to attend.

Jars Needed

There is a need for pint-size clear glass jars and/or plastic tubs. Please drop any you can spare at the church office.

St. John’s is Looking for a Director of Christian Education

St. John’s Pastor Staff Parish Relations (PSPR) Committee has initiated a job search for a Director of Christian Education. This individual will plan, initiate and oversee all Christian Education programs within St. John’s United Methodist Church including: Adult, Youth and Children’s Sunday School; Confirmation Class; Sunday Children’s Worship Program; Vacation Bible School; Weekly Adult Bible Study Classes; Advent/Lenten Studies, and Children’s Chapel for St. John’s CECE.

This position requires an individual with experience in planning and coordinating Christian Education programs. As such, the individual must be able to plan and implement programs under the supervision of the Pastor and in coordination with other members of the church staff and volunteers. An understanding of the United Methodist Church structure and the general philosophy of Christian Education is strongly desired. A degree in Theology, Christian Education, United Methodist Studies or similar discipline is preferred, but relevant hands-on experience in similar positions may be substituted for degree. Strong interpersonal skills and effective verbal and written communication skills are a must. This is a part-time position requiring 24 hours per week at the church.

A copy of the job requisition is available in the church administrative office or for download. Interested and qualified candidates should respond to Tip Holcombe, Chairman of the Pastor Staff Parish Relations Committee, at psprc@saintjohnsumc.org.