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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Pathways Through Lent 2016 Submissions

Pathways Through Lent, our annual series of devotions, is a companion in the deeply spiritual time of Lent. We invite parishioners to contribute to this series by writing a 250-300 word reflection. We have a calendar of readings starting with Ash Wednesday (February 10,.

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Toy Drive

Please return all gifts and books by December 11 The annual Christmas Toy Drive is coming to a close.  There are just a few angels left on the tree. Please consider taking an angel and filling a child’s Christmas wish! The deadline for returning.

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Christmas Pageant Sign up and Rehearsal

This year, the Christmas Pageant rehearsal – mandatory for anyone who wants to participate in the pageant – will be Saturday, December 19 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. We are  issuing a call for shepherds, angels, friendly beasts, and anyone interested in helping .

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The Rt. Rev. Gene Robinson to Visit St. John’s

The Rt. Rev. Gene Robinson will visit St. John’s Church on Sunday, November 8. He will serve as guest preacher at the 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist and Sermon services. He will also join us as the Adult Forum guest speaker at 10:00.

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St. John’s Mission Trip to the Kwasa Centre in South Africa

St. John’s traveled again to the Kwasa Centre in South Africa from October 21 to October 28. I led the trip, which included spending time at the Kwasa Centre and with the Ven. Sharron Dinnie and her parishioners at St. Peter’s and St. Paul’s.

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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