St. John’s core value of “Caring Invitation” has been our ministry theme for 2020. Even though we’ve had to cancel many invitational opportunities, we can still grow our motivation to invite and be inspired to offer hospitality in new ways. To that end, you are invited to read Leslie Verner’s 2019 book “Invited: The Power of Hospitality in an Age of Loneliness.” Contact the church office now for your copy ($15). Small groups will meet around the book, with Grove Market meals, starting in early November. A November worship series will bring this conversation to our whole church. Get your book now, join the conversation, and consider how life can be more joyful when it’s shared with others.