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A New Year, a New 20/20 Vision: The Esther Society

Drawing on the strength and courage of Queen Esther, this new fellowship initiative at St. John’s will foster friendship, fun, and spiritual growth among our fabulous female parishioners. Our first Esther Society gathering will take place in the Parish Hall on Monday, February 10, at 6:30 p.m. All women are invited to join; come prepared…

Annual Meeting of the Parish

The Annual Meeting of St. John’s Parish, which will include the election of four Vestry members from the nominees above, will follow a combined service at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday, February 2. The combined service will take the place of the 9:15 and 11:15 services. The 8:00 a.m. service will take place as usual. The…

Advent and Christmas Lessons and Carols

Vestry Nominees

Eight parishioners have been identified by the nominating committee of the Vestry and have agreed to stand for election. They are Paul Brokaw, Denise Cassedy, Brett Divers, Lynn Fluharty, Richard Hadlow, Jan Kelly, Kim O’Brien, and Dottie Webster.Click here to see biographical information and photos of all the candidates: Vestry Slate 2020 Early voting will…

Cornerstone Kids Christmas Party!

St John’s Cornerstone Kids Christmas Party for the kids of Cornerstone, Inc, was held at St James House of Prayer Episcopal Church on Tuesday, December 10. Much merriment was enjoyed by the kids and families from St. John’s at this annual tradition! Thanks to the O’Brien family for helping organize!

Ordination of the Rev. Deacon Cannon

The Rt. Rev. Dabney T. Smith Ordained the Rev. Deacon Michael Cannon to the Sacred Order of Priests in St. John’s Church on Saturday, November 23, at 11:00 a.m. We are so pleased and proud to have the Rev. Cannon as our Associate Rector. Congratulations, Rev. Cannon!

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Advent Lessons and Carols

Join the choir of St. John’s on Sunday, December 8 at 5:00 p.m. for a Service of Advent Lessons and Carols, featuring the music of Herbert Howells, G.P da Palestrina and Boris Ord. A reception will follow in the Parish Hall.

Advent Wreathmaking

We will be offering Advent wreathmaking on Sunday, November 24 beginning after the 8:00 a.m. service and continuing after the 9:15 a.m. service. Wreaths and candles available for $5 each. Everyone is welcome, make your wreath before Advent 1! 

Cornerstone Kids Christmas 2019 Update

There was much excitement at St. John’s these past two Sundays, and as a result all of the ornaments have been taken!  For clarification, all of the toys, pajamas, socks and gift cards need to be returned to the church office NO LATER THAN December 11. The goodies will then be sorted into large individual…

St. John’s Giving Tree

It’s time to shop for the children who attend Cornerstone Kids, the local after-school program supported by our parish. The next two Sundays, look for the Christmas tree in the courtyard between/after services. There will be more ornaments to choose from this year: RED, WHITE, and BLUE. If you want to buy toys for a…