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.

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.

Clergy, Staff, & Vestry

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

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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A Path

Psalm 71:1-14
Isaiah 49:1-7
1 Corinthians 1:18-31
John 12:20-36
These notes are about significant changes in my life which, for years, I thought of as “just happening,” but after later reflection, felt there must have been spiritual input.
The first came after my parents’ marriage ended in 1935, the year of my birth. Taken in by paternal grandparents, I was with them for 12 years. Every Sunday, we attended morning and evening sermons at a Church of the Brethren near their Kansas farm. Grandmother ensured I also attended Sunday School and Summer Bible Classes. Although not a good Bible scholar and less than attentive during sermons, I believe that period gave me a Christian foundation. At age 13, I went to live with my father and stepmother in Colorado. I enjoyed being with them but the ensuing teenage years weren’t positive. It seemed I could do nothing right.
As a desperate resort, I joined the Army. It was a good move; the discipline improved my life.  For years, I attributed that step to “luck,” but eventually I had to question that term. After many personal mistakes, I doubted having the ability to make a wise choice by myself. As years went by, I came to believe there was intervention from higher realms. In any case, Army service made my life better. I learned about responsibility.
As my enlistment came to a close, the Army offered options which enticed me, but I also wanted a college degree. I wavered; should I re-enlist or return to civilian life? One Sunday, after Church, I prayed to God for help in making that decision.  Shortly thereafter, I was a civilian enrolled at the University of Maryland. I joined the Trinity Baptist Church near Campus and was baptized.  Fifty-five years later, Trinity Baptist forwarded my “letter” to St. John’s.
Daily, I thank God for the guidance that helped me on my journey.

– Cecil V. Hornbaker II

April 15 - Path

 


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