WELCOME TO SAINT JOHN’S CHURCH

Welcome to St. John's Church, Lafayette Square—a vibrant historic Episcopal church located across from the White House. We invite you to join with us for worship, Christian fellowship and outreach.

History

From our organization as a parish in 1815 to today, St. John's Church has provided a powerful symbol of faith in the heart of our nation's capital.
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Mission

At St. John's, we believe Christ is calling us to be a renewed church in a changing world. In worship, education, parish life, and social action, we seek to expand our horizons by serving God by loving one another.
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Clergy, Staff, & Vestry

Meet St. John’s diverse and engaging clergy, vestry and staff.
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Directions & Parking

Located at the corner of 16th and H Streets in Northwest Washington, St. John's is near the McPherson Square and Farragut North Metro stations. Limited street parking is available; free valet parking is offered for certain hours.
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Holy Name

1-1-23 Holy NameDownload 1-1-23 Childrens Bulletin Ages 7+Download 1-1-23 Childrens Bulletin Ages 3+Download

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Christmas Services

12-24-22 Pageant BulletinDownload 12-24-22 Christmas Eve BulletinDownload 12-24-22 Children’s Bulletin (Ages 3+)Download 12-24-22 Children’s Bulletin (Ages 7+)Download

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Christmas Eve 2022

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The Third Sunday Of Advent: December 11th

12-11-22 Third Sunday of Advent Bulletin Download 12-11-22 Children’s Bulletin Ages 7+ Download 12-11-22 Children’s Bulletin Ages 3+Download

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Second Sunday of Advent: December 4th

  12-4-22 Second Sunday of Advent Bulletin Download 12-4-22 Children’s Bulletin Ages 7+ Download 12-4-22 Children’s Bulletin Ages 3+Download

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  • EVENTS

    Upcoming Events

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  • SERMONS/FORUMS
    Fiona Hill, Senior Fellow in the Center on the United States and Europe on November 19, 2023
    11.21.23

    Thomas B.F. Cummins, Dumbarton Oaks Professor of the History of Pre-Columbian and Colonial Art on November 12, 2023
    11.21.23

    Be Ready or Else: Oil Reserves of a Different Sort – The Rev. Sarah Akes-Cardwell on November 12, 2023
    11.15.23

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16th and H Streets, NW, Washington, DC 20005 • (202) 347-8766