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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First Wednesday Concert

Wednesday, February 3, 12:10 p.m.-12:45 p.m. Singer Bob McDonald and Friends                                                                  .

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Lafayette Fellowship – December 8th

Christmas, Incarnation, and John’s Gospel Tuesday, December 8, 2015 from 7:00-8:30 p.m. The Lafayette Fellowship invites you to join the Rev. Dr. John Yieh, the Professor of New Testament at the Virginia Theological Seminary, as he explores the opening of John’s gospel account. Dr..

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Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Service Schedule

Christmas Eve Schedule 4:30 p.m. Carols and Anthems 5:00 p.m. Pageant and Choral Eucharist with Choir 7:00 p.m. Carols and Anthems 7:30 p.m. Festival Choral Eucharist–Sermon–The Rev. Dr. Luis León 10:30 p.m. Carols and Anthems 11:00 p.m. Festival Choral Eucharist–Sermon–The Rev. Dr. Luis León Christmas Day Schedule 11:00 a.m. Holy.

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First Wednesday Concert

The next installment of the First Wednesday Concert series will take place on Wednesday, December 2 at 12:10 p.m. The Madrigal Singers of St. Albans and National Cathedral Schools are a group of 36 high school age singers who aspire to the highest standards.

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Bryan Stevenson: Guest Preacher and Speaker on Nov. 22

Join us this Sunday, November 22 at 9 a.m. and 10 a.m. to hear Bryan Stevenson, founder and Executive Director of the Equal Justice Initiative. Mr. Stevenson will be the guest preacher at the 9 a.m. service and will lead the adult forum at.

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  • EVENTS

  • SERMONS/FORUMS
    Sermon for the Fourth Sunday of Advent
    12.24.21

    Sermon for the Third Sunday of Advent
    12.24.21

    Sermon for the Second Sunday of Advent
    12.24.21

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