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

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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SPEAKER SERIES

The Speaker Series is an adult education program held from September through May, at 10 am on select Sundays. We hear from scholars, poets, and leaders in our world, and in the world of faith.

The Restoration of the Dolley Madison House

  • Hank Handler, noted craftsman and master builder, co-founded Oak Grove Restoration Company.
  • 08/03/2020

President Carter: The White House Years

  • Ambassador Stuart Eizenstat, chief White House domestic policy adviser to President Jimmy Carter.
  • 23/02/2020

The Jimmy Carter Presidency

  • Robert Strong, William Lyne Wilson Professor in Political Economy at Washington and Lee University
  • 16/02/2020

The Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum and The Carter Presidency

  • Dr. Meredith Evans, Director of the Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum
  • 09/02/2020

The Life and Legacy of Martin Luther King. Jr.

  • David Garrow, Pulitzer Prize-winning biographer of Martin Luther King Jr.
  • 19/01/2020

The International Spy Museum

  • Christopher Costa, Executive Director of the International Spy Museum
  • 12/01/2020

Stolen: Five Free Boys Kidnapped into Slavery and Their Astonishing Odyssey Home

  • Richard Bell, scholar, writer, and associate professor at the University of Maryland
  • 05/01/2020

The White House Historical Association

  • Stewart McLaurin, President of the White House Historical Association
  • 15/12/2019

Engaging Faith in the Workplace

  • The Rev. William Morris
  • 08/12/2019

Rachel Carson’s Environmental Ethic

  • Robert Musil, President and CEO, Rachel Carson Council
  • 03/11/2019
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  • EVENTS

  • SERMONS/FORUMS
    Homily for the Fourth Sunday after Pentecost
    06.28.20

    Homily for the Third Sunday after Pentecost
    06.21.20

    Homily for the Second Sunday after Pentecost
    06.14.20

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