Fr. Jeremy and Rob will lead an acolyte training after worship this Sunday August 16. If you or your child are interested in becoming an acolyte, please contact Rob Schluter: Rob@stjohnsparish.net.

Do you love the Lord, like to laugh and want to praise his name? The choir is kicking off after our Summer break with our first practice on Wednesday, August 19. Now is a fantastic time to join. Practice is on Wednesdays from 6:15-7:00PM, and we expect to sing during Sunday worship about once a month. If you're interested in joining the choir, contact Sally Dixon: sdixon@stjohnsparish.net.

Youth Group will kick off on Sunday, August 23. 6th - 12th grade students are invited to join us Sundays at 2PM in Resurrection Hall for a time of bible study and fellowship so we may grow in our relationship with the Lord.

Each semester, as part of our domestic outreach, St. John's Parish Church has the honor of providing a dinner meal for The Citadel Cadets at St. Alban's Chapel.

How you can get involved:

Make a dinner dish or dessert. We will serve barbecue, along with sides of macaroni & cheese, green beans, coleslaw, rolls and dessert, or help serve at St. Alban's on Monday, August 31.

Click the link below for more information and/or to sign up to help.

In the book of Acts, we observe the activity and work of the Holy Spirit through the laying on of hands by God’s appointed leaders in the Church. The laying on of hands by the bishop is the physical sign of the grace given by the Holy Spirit for daily growth in wisdom, courage, and humility before God in every aspect of our life and work. In the Anglican tradition, there are three opportunities to receive the laying on of hands; confirmation, reception, and reaffirmation...

The mission trip to Peru is November 20-26. If you have any interest in participating in this trip please complete the application below and submit by September 1. This will help us ensure that the logistics of the trip are completed in advance and to address any complications before it is too late to fix. For more information, contact Ann Edenfield.

Did your child attend Camp Jubilee this Summer? We're putting together a short video for campers to share their experience with St John's Parish Church. We're looking for campers of all ages to participate. If your child has a story to share, please contact Fr. Jeremy: frjeremy@stjohnsparish.net.

Ladies, come join the Islands Community Bible Study as they kick off their next study with a luncheon and guest speaker. We will meet at 9:30AM in Resurrection Hall.

Summer Sunday School is in full swing! Children in grades 1-5 are enjoying a relaxed summer schedule featuring movies, popcorn and lively discussion. The short films highlight the stories of the Old Testament leaders and prophets. Our youngest children, ages 3-5, are also exploring the lives of Old Testament leaders and prophets through interactive play, music, felt-board storytelling and simple crafts design just for them. While the pace for summer may be a little more relaxed, our mission remains the same: nurturing young hearts and minds in the knowledge and love of God’s only Son, our Lord and Savior, Christ Jesus. 

Every Tuesday at 1:15PM, a small group meets to address any prayer needs of the parish and to pray where the Holy Spirit leads. Teams are also available for home visits, and every Sunday we have prayer teams available during Holy Eucharist. These teams join with anyone in lifting their needs to the Lord. If you are interested in joining the prayer team, ask any prayer team member or email Lindy. 

The flowers are given to the glory of God
and in loving memory of Thomas Edward Jacques Jr.
by Linda Jacques Hihn.
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If you would like to dedicate Altar Flowers in 2026 in honor or remembrance of a loved one, please contact Sally at sdixon@stjohnsparish.net.

Dear Heavenly Father,

Together we are united with the saints of the household of God; built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, with Jesus Christ himself being the cornerstone. In Christ alone our church is being joined together, and is growing into a holy temple of the Lord by the Spirit. By Your wisdom may we discern what You want us to build; Through Jesus Christ our Lord and the power of the Holy Spirit,

Amen.

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