January 2016
First Wednesday Concert
Join us on the first Wednesday of the month at 12:10 p.m. Programs are free of charge and open to the public. This month we will be joined by Concert Organist & DC AGO Competition winner, Janet Yieh.
Find out more »Ring in the New Year with the Latrobe Fellowship
We will meet on Wednesday. January 6, at 7:00 p.m. for a service of Holy Eucharist followed by champagne tasting with the Rev. Dr. Luis León. The festivities will include sparkling cider and hors d'oeuvres. Pleae contact the Rev. Sarah Taylor Miller to RSVP or if you have questions at sarah.miller@stjohns-dc.org or at (202) 347-8766, ext. 304.
Find out more »Pre-Baptismal Class
A pre-baptismal class will be held on Thursday, April 7 at 6:45 p.m. If you are interested in having a child baptized, or in baptism for yourself, please contact Kaye Edwards by e-mail at kaye.edwards@stjohns-dc.org. Please note that the parents or grandparents of children being baptized must be active, pledging members of St. John’s. Adults interested in baptism for themselves must attend the Rector’s Adult Inquirers’ Class and be active, pledging participants in the life of the parish.
Find out more »Adult Forum
David Sanger is the chief Washington correspondent for The New York Times. A graduate of Harvard College, Sanger has been writing for the Times for 30 years covering foreign policy, globalization, nuclear proliferation, and the presidency. He has been a member of two teams that won the Pulitzer Prize, and has been awarded numerous honors for national security and foreign policy coverage, on Cybersecurity.
Find out more »Adult Forum
Vestry Candidates' Presentation.
Find out more »February 2016
Music Festival Service
Featuring the music of Will Todd, including the premiere of Brightest and Best, commissioned in honor of the Bicentennial of St. John's Church and in memory of Benjamin Hutto. The Gloria and Sanctus from the innovative Mass in Blue will also be included. Composer Will Todd will be here from England to assist in leading both the St. John's and Parish Choirs, and the Dan Dufford Jazz Ensemble for this Festival Service. Call the Parish House office at (202) 347-8766 with…
Find out more »Adult Forum
Christa Dierksheide teaches in the University of Virginia history department and works as Historian at Monticello's Robert H. Smith International Center for Jefferson Studies. Dierksheide specializes in the History of plantations in Age of Revolutions, with a special focus on President Jefferson. She will speak on President Jefferson and Monticello.
Find out more »Adult Forum
Professor Alan Taylor is an American historian specializing in early United States history. Since 1995, he has won two Pulitzer Prizes, the Bancroft Prize, and the National Book Award for Non-fiction for his work. Taylor is the Thomas Jefferson Memorial Foundation Professor of History at the University of Virginia. He will discuss The Presidency of Thomas Jefferson.
Find out more »Installation of the Vestry
The installation of the Vestry will take place on Sunday, February 28 at the 11 a.m. service. We invite the Parish to join us for this important event.
Find out more »March 2016
Lenten Food Drive
During Lent, St. John's will hold a Lenten food drive over the following three Sundays: February 28, March 6, and March 13. Donated items may be placed in the large bins inside the narthex and the Parish House office. Donations will go to Bread for the City. Encouraged donations: Low-sodium or unsalted canned vegetables and beans; olive oil; dry beans; fruit canned in natural juices; canned salmon, tuna, sardines, or chicken, especially unsalted and packed in water; 100% pure juice;…
Find out more »Lenten Food Drive
During Lent, St. John's will hold a Lenten food drive over the following three Sundays: February 28, March 6, and March 13. Donated items may be placed in the large bins inside the narthex and the Parish House office. Donations will go to Bread for the City. Encouraged donations: Low-sodium or unsalted canned vegetables and beans; olive oil; dry beans; fruit canned in natural juices; canned salmon, tuna, sardines, or chicken, especially unsalted and packed in water; 100% pure... juice;…
Find out more »Palm Sunday
7:45 a.m. Holy Eucharist 9:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist and Blessing of the Palms 11:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist and Blessing of the Palms 1:00 p.m. La Santa Eucaristía y Bendición de Ramos
Find out more »Good Friday
12:00 p.m. Good Friday Liturgy at St. John's Church with the Rt. Rev. Mariann E. Budde. No reservations or tickets needed. All are welcome. Call the Parish House office at (202) 347-8766 with questions.
Find out more »Easter Day
7:45 a.m. Holy Eucharist 9:00 a.m. Festival Holy Eucharist 11:00 a.m. Festival Holy Eucharist 1:00 p.m. La Santa Eucaristía
Find out more »St. John’s Church and Parish House office Closed
St. John's Church and Parish House office will be closed on Monday, March 28 in observance of the Easter Day holiday. No services or meetings will be held.
Find out more »April 2016
Pre-Baptismal Class
A pre-baptismal class will be held on Thursday, April 7, 2016 at 6:45 p.m. If you are interested in having a child baptized, or in baptism for yourself, please contact Kaye Edwards by e-mail at kaye.edwards@stjohns-dc.org. Please note that the parents or grandparents of children being baptized must be active, pledging members of St. John’s. Adults interested in baptism for themselves must attend the Rector’s Adult Inquirers’ Class and be active, pledging participants in the life of the parish.
Find out more »Baptism
A baptism will be held on Sunday, April 10 at 11:00 a.m. If you are interested in having a child baptized, or in baptism for yourself, please contact Kaye Edwards by e-mail at kaye.edwards@stjohns-dc.org. Please note that the parents or grandparents of children being baptized must be active, pledging members of St. John’s. Adults interested in baptism for themselves must attend the Rector’s Adult Inquirers’ Class and be active, pledging participants in the life of the parish.
Find out more »May 2016
First Wednesday Concert
Join us on the first Wednesday of the month at 12:10 p.m. This month we will be joined by The Air Force Strings Chamber Orchestra and Harpsichordist, Brandon Straub. They will perform Bach's Brandenburg Concerto No. 5. Programs are free of charge and open to the public. No tickets or reservations are required. Call the Parish House office at (202) 347-8766 with questions.
Find out more »12:10 Midday Holy Eucharist
Holy Eucharist and Homily 12:10 p.m. Monday – Friday. Healing Service follows Holy Eucharist Service on Thursdays. Note: The 12:10 p.m. service will not be held on special holy days or on Federal Holidays. Please check with the main office.
Find out more »Pre-baptismal Class
A pre-baptismal class will be held on Thursday, May 12 at 6:45 p.m. If you are interested in having a child baptized, or in baptism for yourself, please contact Kaye Edwards by e-mail at kaye.edwards@stjohns-dc.org. Please note that the parents or grandparents of children being baptized must be active, pledging members of St. John’s. Adults interested in baptism for themselves must attend the Rector’s Adult Inquirers’ Class and be active, pledging participants in the life of the parish.
Find out more »Baptism
A baptism will be held on Sunday, May 15. The time of the baptism will be announced shortly. If you are interested in having a child baptized, or in baptism for yourself, please contact Kaye Edwards by e-mail at kaye.edwards@stjohns-dc.org. Please note that the parents or grandparents of children being baptized must be active, pledging members of St. John’s. Adults interested in baptism for themselves must attend the Rector’s Adult Inquirers’ Class and be active, pledging participants in the life…
Find out more »Summer Sunday Service Schedule
7:45 a.m. Holy Eucharist with Homily 10:30 a.m. Choral Holy Eucharist with sermon. 1:00 p.m. Santa Eucaristía
Find out more »Pre-Baptismal Class
A pre-baptismal class will be held on Tuesday, May 31 at 6:45 p.m. If you are interested in having a child baptized, or in baptism for yourself, please contact Kaye Edwards by e-mail at kaye.edwards@stjohns-dc.org. Please note that the parents or grandparents of children being baptized must be active, pledging members of St. John’s. Adults interested in baptism for themselves must attend the Rector’s Adult Inquirers’ Class and be active, pledging participants in the life of the parish.
Find out more »June 2016
First Wednesday Concert
Join us on the first Wednesday of the month at 12:10 p.m. Programs are free of charge and open to the public. This month we will be joined by Concert Organist, Roderick Demmings, Jr. Rod is a student of Donald Sutherland at the Peabody Conservatory of Music in Baltimore where he is a recipient of the Neiburger Scholarship. He has performed at the Kennedy Center, Carnegie Hall, and has been featured on National Public Radio's From the Top.
Find out more »Latrobe Fellowship
The Latrobe Fellowship at St. John's is an active and engaged group of adults, both singles and couples, primarily in their 20s and 30s. We will meet on Wednesday, June 1 at 7:00 p.m. for a service of Holy Eucharist followed by fellowship. Please contact the Rev. Sarah Taylor Miller to RSVP or if you have questions at sarah.miller@stjohns-dc.org or at (202) 347-8766, ext. 304.
Find out more »12:10 Midday Holy Eucharist
Holy Eucharist and Homily 12:10 p.m. Monday – Friday. Healing Service follows Holy Eucharist Service on Thursdays. Note: The 12:10 p.m. service will not be held on special holy days or on Federal Holidays. Please check with the main office.
Find out more »Baptism
A baptism will be held on Sunday, June 5 at 10:30 a.m. If you are interested in having a child baptized, or in baptism for yourself, please contact Kaye Edwards by e-mail at kaye.edwards@stjohns-dc.org. Please note that the parents or grandparents of children being baptized must be active, pledging members of St. John’s. Adults interested in baptism for themselves must attend the Rector’s Adult Inquirers’ Class and be active, pledging participants in the life of the parish.
Find out more »Summer Sunday School
Our Summer Sunday School will begin June 5 through July 31 with our one-room class for grades pre-k through five. Children will be learning lessons based on a reading in church that day, play games, participate in activities, and sing songs related to the day's reading. Summer Sunday School starts at 10:30 a.m. on the second floor of the Parish House. Students will come in to church to join their families for Communion. We also need teachers. Please let us…
Find out more »July 2016
St. John’s Church and Parish House Office Closed
St. John's Church and Parish House office will be closed on Saturday, July 2.
Find out more »Music in Honor of the Fourth of July
Music in Honor of the Fourth of July for Choir, Organ, Fife and Drum. Experience music including The Battle Hymn of the Republic arranged by Wilhousky, At the River and Fanfare for the Common Man by Copland, and The Stars and Stripes Forever at the 10:30 a.m. liturgy.
Find out more »St. John’s Church and Parish House Office Closed
St. John's Church and Parish House office will be closed on Monday, July 4 in observance of the Independence Day holiday. No services or meetings will be held.
Find out more »12:10 Midday Holy Eucharist
Holy Eucharist and Homily 12:10 p.m. Monday – Friday. Healing Service follows Holy Eucharist Service on Thursdays. Note: The 12:10 p.m. service will not be held on special holy days or on Federal Holidays. Please check with the main office.
Find out more »September 2016
St. John’s Church and Parish House Closed
St. John's Church and Parish House office will be closed on Monday, September 5 in observance of the Labor Day holiday. No services or meetings will be held.
Find out more »Pre-baptismal Class
If you are interested in having a child baptized, or in baptism for yourself, please contact Kaye Edwards by e-mail at kaye.edwards@stjohns-dc.org. Please note that the parents or grandparents of children being baptized must be active, pledging members of St. John’s. Adults interested in baptism for themselves must attend the Rector’s Adult Inquirers’ Class and be active, pledging participants in the life of the parish.
Find out more »Baptism
A baptism will be held on Sunday, September 11 at 9:00 a.m. If you are interested in having a child baptized, or in baptism for yourself, please contact Kaye Edwards by e-mail at kaye.edwards@stjohns-dc.org. Please note that the parents or grandparents of children being baptized must be active, pledging members of St. John’s. Adults interested in baptism for themselves must attend the Rector’s Adult Inquirers’ Class and be active, pledging participants in the life of the parish.
Find out more »St. John’s Commissioning of Teachers
St. John's Church will commission its church school teachers on Sunday, September 11 at 11 a.m. Call the Parish House office at (202) 347-8766 with questions.
Find out more »October 2016
First Wednesday Concert
Join us on the first Wednesday of the month at 12:10 p.m. Programs are free of charge and open to the public. This month we will be joined by the United States Army Chorus. Please call the Parish House office at (202) 347-8766 with questions.
Find out more »12:10 Midday Holy Eucharist
A Holy Eucharist and Homily is held at 12:10 p.m. Monday – Friday. A Healing Service follows Holy Eucharist Service on Thursdays. Note: The 12:10 p.m. service will not be held on special holy days or on Federal Holidays. Please check with the main office.
Find out more »St. John’s Church and Parish House Office Closed
St. John's Church and Parish House office will be closed on Monday, October 10 in observance of the Columbus Day holiday. No services or meetings will be held.
Find out more »12:10 Midday Holy Eucharist
A Holy Eucharist and Homily is held at 12:10 p.m. Monday – Friday. A Healing Service follows Holy Eucharist Service on Thursdays. Note: The 12:10 p.m. service will not be held on special holy days or on Federal Holidays. Please check with the main office.
Find out more »A Music Festival Service of Spirituals and Jubilees
The St. John’s Choir will sing a number of attractive settings of African American Spirituals and Jubilees (songs of freedom), arranged by composers Michael Tippett, Moses Hogan, and Washington composer Stanley Thurston. The Gloria, Psalm, and Sanctus will be congregational settings from the hymnal Lift Every Voice and Sing for all to sing. Lift your spirit and voice with us at this Music Festival Service on October 16.
Find out more »November 2016
First Wednesday Concert
Join us on the first Wednesday of the month at 12:10 p.m. Programs are free of charge and open to the public. This month we will be joined by Michael Lodico, Director of Music Ministry at St. John's. He will perform German and French Organ Music. Please call the Parish House office at (202) 347-8766 with questions.
Find out more »Celebrating the Church Year in Scripture, Readings, and Music
A service of readings and music for the Last Sunday of Pentecost, retracing the seasons of the church beginning with Advent, the first season of the church year, and going through the liturgical calendar to Christmas, Epiphany, Lent, Holy Week, and Easter, and ending with Pentecost, the last season. The St. John's Choir will sing anthems by William Byrd, Eleanor Daley, Herbert Howells, Alice Parker, and Thomas Tallis, and the congregation will sing hymns from throughout the church year.
Find out more »Thanksgiving Day Holy Eucharist Service
On Thursday, November 24, St. John's will celebrate a Thanksgiving Day Eucharist at 10:00 a.m. All are welcome to attend. No tickets or reservations are needed. Call the Parish House office at (202) 347-8766 with questions.
Find out more »St. John’s Church and Parish House Office Closed
On Friday, November 25, St. John's Church and Parish House Office will be closed in observance of the Thanksgiving Day holiday. No services or meetings will be held.
Find out more »12:10 Midday Holy Eucharist
A Holy Eucharist and Homily is held at 12:10 p.m. Monday – Friday. A Healing Service follows Holy Eucharist Service on Thursdays. Note: The 12:10 p.m. service will not be held on special holy days or on Federal Holidays. Please check with the main office.
Find out more »December 2016
First Wednesday Concert
Join us on the first Wednesday of the month at 12:10 p.m. Programs are free of charge and open to the public. This month we will be joined by St. Albans and National Cathedral Schools Madrigal Singers. The concert will be conducted by Brandon Straub. Please call the Parish House office at (202) 347-8766 with questions.
Find out more »Christmas Pageant Sign-up and Rehearsal
The Christmas Pageant on Christmas Eve is one of St. John’s most-loved and beautiful traditions. This year, the Christmas Pageant rehearsal – mandatory for everyone who wants to participate in the pageant – will be Saturday, December 17 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. We are also issuing a call for shepherds, angels, friendly beasts, and anyone interested in helping with the pageant. Sign up forms will be e-mailed and handed out to students and parents in Church School. If…
Find out more »Lessons and Carols Service
Traditional Hymns and Carols of the Advent and Christmas Seasons for the Congregation. The St. John's Choir will sing selections from Benjamin Britten's A Ceremony of Carols accompanied by harpist, Rebecca Anstine Smith. Invite your friends to join you for this annual St. John's tradition.
Find out more »Pageant Readers Rehearsal
Readers participating in this year's Christmas Pageant will attend rehearsal on Thursday, December 22 at 7 p.m. Email the Rev. Sarah Taylor Miller at sarah.miller@stjohns-dc.org with questions.
Find out more »Christmas Eve Service
St. John's Church invites you to worship on Saturday, December 24 (Christmas Eve). No tickets or reservations are needed. However, you are strongly encouraged to arrive at least 30 minutes early if you plan to attend our 5 p.m. service. Please see service times below: 5:00 p.m. Carols, Pageant and Choral Holy Eucharist 7:30 p.m. Carols and Festival Eucharist 11:00 p.m. Carols and Festival Eucharist Free valet parking from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., for the 4:30 p.m. and 7:00…
Find out more »Christmas Day Service
St. John's Church invites you to worship on Sunday, December 25 (Christmas Day) at 11 a.m. No reservations or tickets are needed to attend. Please call the Parish House office at (202) 347-8766 with questions.
Find out more »12:10 Midday Holy Eucharist
A Holy Eucharist and Homily is held at 12:10 p.m. Monday – Friday. A Healing Service follows Holy Eucharist Service on Thursdays. Note: The 12:10 p.m. service will not be held on special holy days or on Federal Holidays. Please check with the main office.
Find out more »January 2017
Sunday Service Schedule
9:00 a.m. Choral Holy Eucharist and Sermon 11:00 a.m. Choral Holy Eucharist and Sermon 1:00 p.m. La Santa Eucaristía
Find out more »12:10 Midday Holy Eucharist
A Holy Eucharist and Homily is held at 12:10 p.m. Monday – Friday. A Healing Service follows Holy Eucharist Service on Thursdays. Note: The 12:10 p.m. service will not be held on special holy days or on
Find out more »First Wednesday Concert
Join us on the first Wednesday of the month at 12:10 p.m. Programs are free of charge and open to the public. This month we will be joined by Concert Organist, Janet Yieh. A native of Alexandria, Virginia, Janet Yieh is pursuing her Master's degree with Thomas Murray at Yale's Institute of Sacred Music and School of Music. She also serves as Organ Scholar at Trinity Church on the Green in New Haven under the direction of Walden Moore. In 2015, Janet…
Find out more »12:10 Midday Holy Eucharist
A Holy Eucharist and Homily is held at 12:10 p.m. Monday – Friday. A Healing Service follows Holy Eucharist Service on Thursdays. Note: The 12:10 p.m. service will not be held on special holy days or on Federal Holidays. Please check with the main office.
Find out more »12:10 Midday Holy Eucharist
A Holy Eucharist and Homily is held at 12:10 p.m. Monday – Friday. A Healing Service follows Holy Eucharist Service on Thursdays. Note: The 12:10 p.m. service will not be held on special holy days or on Federal Holidays. Please check with the main office.
Find out more »Sunday Service Schedule
7:45 a.m. Holy Eucharist and Homily 8:15 a.m. Nursery 9:00 a.m. Choral Holy Eucharist and Sermon 11:00 a.m. Choral Holy Eucharist and Sermon 1:00 p.m. La Santa Eucaristía
Find out more »Adult Forum
Mickey Edwards, Director, Aspen Institute-Rodel Fellowships in Public Leadership, will join us as guest speaker. He was a Member of Congress for 16 years, serving on the House Budget and Appropriations Committees and as a chairman of the House Republican Policy Committee. He will speak on The Death of Bipartisanship.
Find out more »12:10 Midday Holy Eucharist
A Holy Eucharist and Homily is held at 12:10 p.m. Monday – Friday. A Healing Service follows Holy Eucharist Service on Thursdays. Note: The 12:10 p.m. service will not be held on special holy days or on Federal Holidays. Please check with the main office.
Find out more »12:10 Midday Holy Eucharist
A Holy Eucharist and Homily is held at 12:10 p.m. Monday – Friday. A Healing Service follows Holy Eucharist Service on Thursdays. Note: The 12:10 p.m. service will not be held on special holy days or on Federal Holidays. Please check with the main office.
Find out more »12:10 Midday Holy Eucharist
A Holy Eucharist and Homily is held at 12:10 p.m. Monday – Friday. A Healing Service follows Holy Eucharist Service on Thursdays. Note: The 12:10 p.m. service will not be held on special holy days or on Federal Holidays. Please check with the main office.
Find out more »12:10 Midday Holy Eucharist
A Holy Eucharist and Homily is held at 12:10 p.m. Monday – Friday. A Healing Service follows Holy Eucharist Service on Thursdays. Note: The 12:10 p.m. service will not be held on special holy days or on Federal Holidays. Please check with the main office.
Find out more »12:10 Midday Holy Eucharist
A Holy Eucharist and Homily is held at 12:10 p.m. Monday – Friday. A Healing Service follows Holy Eucharist Service on Thursdays. Note: The 12:10 p.m. service will not be held on special holy days or on Federal Holidays. Please check with the main office.
Find out more »Sunday Service Schedule
7:45 a.m. Holy Eucharist and Homily 8:15 a.m. Nursery 9:00 a.m. Choral Holy Eucharist and Sermon 11:00 a.m. Choral Holy Eucharist and Sermon 1:00 p.m. La Santa Eucaristía
Find out more »12:10 Midday Holy Eucharist
A Holy Eucharist and Homily is held at 12:10 p.m. Monday – Friday. A Healing Service follows Holy Eucharist Service on Thursdays. Note: The 12:10 p.m. service will not be held on special holy days or on Federal Holidays. Please check with the main office.
Find out more »12:10 Midday Holy Eucharist
A Holy Eucharist and Homily is held at 12:10 p.m. Monday – Friday. A Healing Service follows Holy Eucharist Service on Thursdays. Note: The 12:10 p.m. service will not be held on special holy days or on Federal Holidays. Please check with the main office.
Find out more »12:10 Midday Holy Eucharist
A Holy Eucharist and Homily is held at 12:10 p.m. Monday – Friday. A Healing Service follows Holy Eucharist Service on Thursdays. Note: The 12:10 p.m. service will not be held on special holy days or on Federal Holidays. Please check with the main office.
Find out more »12:10 Midday Holy Eucharist
A Holy Eucharist and Homily is held at 12:10 p.m. Monday – Friday. A Healing Service follows Holy Eucharist Service on Thursdays. Note: The 12:10 p.m. service will not be held on special holy days or on Federal Holidays. Please check with the main office.
Find out more »St. John’s Church and Parish House Office Closed
St. John's Church and Parish House office will be closed on Friday, January 20. No Midday Holy Eucharist or meetings will be held.
Find out more »Sunday Service Schedule
7:45 a.m. Holy Eucharist and Homily 8:15 a.m. Nursery 9:00 a.m. Choral Holy Eucharist and Sermon 11:00 a.m. Choral Holy Eucharist and Sermon 1:00 p.m. La Santa Eucaristía
Find out more »Vestry Candidates Presentation
St. John's Vestry Candidates will present to the Parish in the nave.
Find out more »12:10 Midday Holy Eucharist
A Holy Eucharist and Homily is held at 12:10 p.m. Monday – Friday. A Healing Service follows Holy Eucharist Service on Thursdays. Note: The 12:10 p.m. service will not be held on special holy days or on Federal Holidays. Please check with the main office.
Find out more »12:10 Midday Holy Eucharist
A Holy Eucharist and Homily is held at 12:10 p.m. Monday – Friday. A Healing Service follows Holy Eucharist Service on Thursdays. Note: The 12:10 p.m. service will not be held on special holy days or on Federal Holidays. Please check with the main office.
Find out more »Sunday Service Schedule
7:45 a.m. Holy Eucharist and Homily 8:15 a.m. Nursery 9:00 a.m. Choral Holy Eucharist and Sermon 11:00 a.m. Choral Holy Eucharist and Sermon 1:00 p.m. La Santa Eucaristía
Find out more »12:10 Midday Holy Eucharist
A Holy Eucharist and Homily is held at 12:10 p.m. Monday – Friday. A Healing Service follows Holy Eucharist Service on Thursdays. Note: The 12:10 p.m. service will not be held on special holy days or on Federal Holidays. Please check with the main office.
Find out more »February 2017
Baptism Class
NEXT dates for BaptisM and required pre-baptismal classes with the clergy are as follows: February 19, 11:00 a.m.; Thursday, February 16, 7:00 p.m. April 23, 11:00 a.m.; Thursday, April 20, 7:00 p.m. June 4, 10:30 a.m.; Thursday, June 1, 7:00 p.m. If you are interested in having a child baptized, or in baptism for yourself, please contact Kaye Edwards by e-mail at kaye.edwards@stjohns-dc.org. Please note that the parents or grandparents of children being baptized must be active, pledging members…
Find out more »Baptism
NEXT dates for Baptism and required pre-baptismal classes with the clergy are as follows: February 19, 11:00 a.m.; Thursday, February 16, 7:00 p.m. April 23, 11:00 a.m.; Thursday, April 20, 7:00 p.m. June 4, 10:30 a.m.; Thursday, June 1, 7:00 p.m. If you are interested in having a child baptized, or in baptism for yourself, please contact Kaye Edwards by e-mail at kaye.edwards@stjohns-dc.org. Please note that the parents or grandparents of children being baptized must be active, pledging members…
Find out more »St. John’s Church and Parish House Closed
St. John's Church and Parish House office will be closed on Monday, February 20. No services or meetings will be held.
Find out more »Music Festival Service
The St. John’s and Parish Choirs, assisted by the Dan Dufford Jazz Ensemble, will give the DC premiere of Will Todd’s innovative Jazz Missa Brevis. Anthems for the service include Will Todd’s Brightest and Best and Bob Chilcott’s The gift to be simple in celebration of last Sunday of Epiphany.
Find out more »March 2017
Ash Wednesday Services
7:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist and Imposition of Ashes 12:00 noon Choral Holy Eucharist and Imposition of Ashes 7:00 p.m. Holy Eucharist and Imposition of Ashes
Find out more »Adult Forum
Evelyn Farkas, former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Russia/Ukraine/Eurasia. She will speak on The State of US-Russia Relations in the Trump Era.
Find out more »Adult Forum
Anthony Tambasco, Professor in the Theology Department at Georgetown University, Washington, DC, will join us as guest speaker. He is also the author of Theology of Atonement and Paul's Vision of Christianity and editor of Bible on Suffering: Social and Political Implications.
Find out more »April 2017
First Wednesday Concert
First Wednesday Concert April 5th, 12:10-12:45 p.m. Soloists from the St. John’s Choir Mezzo-soprano Louisa Waycott will share the program with tenor Gus Chrysson. Louisa, a recent graduate of the Maryland Opera Studio, and will sing German lieder from the Romantic period. Gus, currently a seminarian at Virginia Theological Seminary, was formerly a NYC-based musician and vocal coach with Costa Rica's national opera company, will sing art song from Latin America. Though a program of secular music, the poetic themes…
Find out more »Good Friday
12 noon to 1:15 p.m.: Good Friday Liturgy and Sermon--The Rev. Dr. Luis León
Find out more »Easter Day
7:45 a.m.: Holy Eucharist and Homily--The Rev. Dr. Luis León 9:00 a.m.: Festival Holy Eucharist and Sermon--The Rev. Dr. Luis León 11:00 a.m. Festival Holy Eucharist and Sermon--The Rev. Dr. Luis León 1:00 p.m. La Santa Eucaristia y sermón--Debbie Kirk
Find out more »Baptism Class
NEXT dates for Baptism and required pre-baptismal classes with the clergy are as follows: April 23, 11:00 a.m.; Thursday, April 20, 7:00 p.m. June 4, 10:30 a.m.; Thursday, June 1, 7:00 p.m. If you are interested in having a child baptized, or in baptism for yourself, please contact Kaye Edwards by e-mail at kaye.edwards@stjohns-dc.org. Please note that the parents or grandparents of children being baptized must be active, pledging members of St. John’s. Adults interested in baptism for themselves must…
Find out more »Baptism
NEXT dates for Baptism and required pre-baptismal classes with the clergy are as follows: April 23, 11:00 a.m.; Thursday, April 20, 7:00 p.m. June 4, 10:30 a.m.; Thursday, June 1, 7:00 p.m. If you are interested in having a child baptized, or in baptism for yourself, please contact Kaye Edwards by e-mail at kaye.edwards@stjohns-dc.org. Please note that the parents or grandparents of children being baptized must be active, pledging members of St. John’s. Adults interested in baptism for themselves must…
Find out more »SOUTH AFRICA PARTNERS TO VISIT ST. JOHN’S IN APRIL
Please volunteer to help with transportation and hosting. The Ven. Sharron Dinnie, founder of the Kwasa Centre near Springs, South Africa, with which St. John’s is in partnership, will visit St. John’s again at the end of April. The tentative dates for the visit are Monday April 24 to Monday, May 1. Sharron’s son will accompany her, along with a teacher and two students from the Centre, which serves an informal settlement east of Johannesburg, We hope that you will…
Find out more »Choir from St. Augustine’s University
The St. Augustine’s University Choir from Raleigh, NC, will be guest choir at the 9:00 a.m. service on April 30. They will be in Washington as part of a tour celebrating 150 years since the founding of St. Augustine’s University by the Episcopal Church in 1867. You are also invited to their benefit concert that afternoon at 2:00 p.m. at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church at 1514 15th Street NW.
Find out more »May 2017
First Wednesday Concert
FIRST WEDNESDAY CONCERT Wednesday, May 3, 12:10 p.m.-12:45 p.m. A Journey to Merrie Olde England A Recital of English Organ Music Thomas Smith, Organist Director of Music at Christ Church, Georgetown
Find out more »Music Festival Service
Music Festival Service “Prayers from the Ark” sung by the St. John’s Choir Sunday, May 14th, 11 a.m. French poet and nun Carmen Bernos de Gasztold (1919-1995) wrote a collection of prayers to God from the inhabitants of the Noah’s ark. English composer Ivor Davies (1901-1971) delightfully set selections of these “Prayers from the Ark” to music, and the St. John’s Choir will sing Noah’s Prayer, The Prayer of the Little Bird, The Prayer of the Dove, and The Prayer…
Find out more »June 2017
Baptism Class
NEXT dates for Baptism and required pre-baptismal classes with the clergy are as follows: June 4, 10:30 a.m.; Thursday, June 1, 7:00 p.m. If you are interested in having a child baptized, or in baptism for yourself, please contact Kaye Edwards by e-mail at kaye.edwards@stjohns-dc.org. Please note that the parents or grandparents of children being baptized must be active, pledging members of St. John’s. Adults interested in baptism for themselves must attend the Rector’s Adult Inquirers’ Class and be active,…
Find out more »Baptism
NEXT dates for Baptism and required pre-baptismal classes with the clergy are as follows: June 4, 10:30 a.m.; Thursday, June 1, 7:00 p.m. If you are interested in having a child baptized, or in baptism for yourself, please contact Kaye Edwards by e-mail at kaye.edwards@stjohns-dc.org. Please note that the parents or grandparents of children being baptized must be active, pledging members of St. John’s. Adults interested in baptism for themselves must attend the Rector’s Adult Inquirers’ Class and be active,…
Find out more »First Wednesday Concert
Wednesday, June 7, 12:10 p.m.-12:45 p.m. Bach’s Brandenburg Concerto No. 2 United States Air Force Strings with Trumpeter Mary Bowden
Find out more »September 2017
Baptism Class
NEXT dates for Baptism and required pre-baptismal classes with the clergy are as follows: September 10, 9:00 a.m.; Thursday, September 7, 7:00 p.m. If you are interested in having a child baptized, or in baptism for yourself, please contact Kaye Edwards by e-mail at kaye.edwards@stjohns-dc.org. Please note that the parents or grandparents of children being baptized must be active, pledging members of St. John’s. Adults interested in baptism for themselves must attend the Rector’s Adult Inquirers’ Class and be active, pledging participants…
Find out more »Baptism
NEXT dates for Baptism and required pre-baptismal classes with the clergy are as follows: September 10, 9:00 a.m.; Thursday, September 7, 7:00 p.m. If you are interested in having a child baptized, or in baptism for yourself, please contact Kaye Edwards by e-mail at kaye.edwards@stjohns-dc.org. Please note that the parents or grandparents of children being baptized must be active, pledging members of St. John’s. Adults interested in baptism for themselves must attend the Rector’s Adult Inquirers’ Class and be active,…
Find out more »November 2017
Baptism Class
NEXT dates for Baptism and required pre-baptismal classes with the clergy are as follows: November 5, 11:00 a.m.; Saturday, November 4, 10:00 a.m. If you are interested in having a child baptized, or in baptism for yourself, please contact Kaye Edwards by e-mail at kaye.edwards@stjohns-dc.org. Please note that the parents or grandparents of children being baptized must be active, pledging members of St. John’s. Adults interested in baptism for themselves must attend the Rector’s Adult Inquirers’ Class and be active,…
Find out more »Baptism
NEXT dates for Baptism and required pre-baptismal classes with the clergy are as follows: November 5, 11:00 a.m.; Saturday, November 4, 10:00 a.m. If you are interested in having a child baptized, or in baptism for yourself, please contact Kaye Edwards by e-mail at kaye.edwards@stjohns-dc.org. Please note that the parents or grandparents of children being baptized must be active, pledging members of St. John’s. Adults interested in baptism for themselves must attend the Rector’s Adult Inquirers’ Class and be active, pledging…
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