Weekly Announcements for the 4th SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST 6-21-2026
Weekly Announcements for the 4th SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST 6-21-2026
Jeremiah has a vocational crisis at the mid-point of his ministry as a prophet. He feels caught in the middle, squeezed between a God who has insisted that he preach difficult words of warning and a people who refuse to receive the words he obediently and passionately shares. He blames God for this mess. He regrets the suffering and danger he has faced. He complains that God has deceived him, even overpowered him. And, at his lowest point, he wishes that he had never been born. But though Jeremiah had decided to keep still, he cannot, because the truth of God’s Word on the inside is like a burning fire shut up in his bones. He can’t keep still and he can’t stay silent. And Jeremiah somehow believes that God will be a strong protector against his enemies. Friends, walking with God, following Jesus, is not necessarily a pleasant journey. But Jesus has assured us, others have told us, and we have perhaps already experienced this – it is worth the risk. Do not fear. Trust the Lord with your life. Keep following. Become a better disciple.
TODAY
9:00AM All Saints Choir warm-up.
10:00AM + PENTECOST SEASON WORSHIP + (in person and online).
JUNETEENTH. Our (Lutheran) Central Philadelphia Conference will have a table (with free info and giveaway tokens) at today’s tenth annual celebration at Malcolm X Park, 51st & Pine, West Philadelphia. The total time frame is noon to 7PM. The festival includes a parade (12:30PM), vendor marketplace, food and drink, youth pavilion, music and performances, and community resources.
HAPPY FATHER’S DAY!
Fathers and father figures, the best legacy any of us can pass on to the children we are in relationship with is the experience of our affirming love and the example of our everyday values. We need men and fathers tender enough to give love and strong enough to give leadership. Men, stay on course with your faith and your faithfulness! Thanks for being there and here! We love you and value you and pray for you.
BEAR CREEK CAMP! Some children will leave this afternoon for a week of spiritual growth, outdoor exploration (3,000 acres of forests, streams, and fields… 30 miles of trails), small group development, and adventure and fun at our Lutheran camp in the Pocono Mountains. The “Philly Connect” base fee will again be $75; additional items (Camp Store, photo or video) will cost extra. You can register online or on paper. See the Pastors if you have any questions. There are 8 sessions.
This Week at St. Peter’s
Wednesday, 10:30AM Senior Ministry “Games and Social Activity” in Rhoda Hall. Join the fellowship!
Thursday, 7:30PM AL-ANON STEP GROUP. Find and share support to overcome codependence!
Grateful and generous in our giving.
Beyond support of our 2026 Budget ($187,927 is what we envision spending this year) are those opportunities for special giving on behalf of others. They include:
ELCA World Hunger Appeal (responding to international, national, and local hunger and poverty).
We received $100 last Sunday and $1,667 to date. Thank you for caring that shares! Your love is showing!
Lutheran Charities Appeal (assisting three local social ministry organizations – KenCrest Services, Lutheran
Settlement House, and Gemma Services – that serve thousands of neighbors with various needs).
We have received $496 to date. Lives are being changed! You are supporting health and help to others!
Mission Offering (For January 1 – June 30 it is Sisters of St. Joseph Refugee Housing Project. We sent them $579.65 in 2024.) We received $5 last Sunday and $512 to date. This offering ends very soon!
“God’s Global Barnyard” is an ELCA development project to fight poverty. We have received $20 to date.
What’s Happening…
June 28… PENTECOST 5. Hybrid Worship in person and online at 10:00AM.
LOVE, NOT HATE.
PEACE, NOT VIOLENCE.
MERCY, NOT GREED.
JUSTICE, NOT ABUSE.
HUMILITY, NOT ARROGANCE.
GOD’S TRUTH, NOT LIES.
THE WAY OF JESUS, NOT JUST “MY WAY”.