We are delighted to share with you that the Vestry of St. John’s, following the recommendation of the Search Committee, has called The Rev. Amanda Knouse to be the next Rector of St. John’s. Pastor Knouse will begin her ministry among us on July 1. Pastor Knouse is a native of Central Pennsylvania. She has…
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All are invited to a special Lenten spiritual experience, “Pregnant with the Light of Christ,” March 29-31 in St. John’s Parish Hall. Through music, art and meditation, we will reflect upon the importance of Mary, the mother of Jesus, and her impact on us as Christians. Friday, March 29: 5:30-8:30 p.m. Enjoy a soup and salad…
The newest issue of the Messenger is here! To view it, click here: March 2019 Messenger To view the church calendar, click here.
Is the Church silent on climate deterioration? Hardly! The Church’s position is action! The Church holds devastation of climate as a justice issue. It urges climate action – a moral responsibility, integral to faith- and science-informed stewardship of Creation. Margaret Bullitt-Jonas, in an Anglican Theological Review article “The Episcopal Church and Climate Change” reported: “……
Scouts Sunday: We invite all current or former scouts – adults and children – to wear your uniform or pin to church this Sunday. Souper Bowl of Caring: Our Food Pantry Ministry has been addressing the needs of our hungry neighbors, and our youth are tackling that problem head-on! After Sunday’s 10:15 service, our youth…
The newest issue of the Messenger is here! To view it, click here: February 2019 Messenger To view the church calendar, click here.
We are monitoring the forecast for this weekend very closely. As better information becomes available, we will make decisions about Sunday, Jan. 20 morning liturgies, as well as the Sunday afternoon Music for Everyone concert and Monday’s Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Kids Camp. Updates will be posted on St. John’s website and Facebook page on Saturday…
Representatives from several Lancaster County churches, including St. John’s, will return trip to Puerto Rico February 24 – March 2, 2019 to assist with ongoing hurricane recovery efforts. The team will return to San Pablo Mission in Arecibo and work on several projects in that community. A fundraiser to financially support their efforts will take…
Children in grades 1–5 are invited to attend a celebration of The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday at St. John’s Episcopal Church, 321 W. Chestnut Street, Lancaster, Monday, Jan. 21, from 9:30 a.m-3 p.m. Over the course of the day, students will explore the question, “What’s Right,” through games, discussion, stories, movement and art.…
ALL are invited to a luncheon celebrating the beautiful results of St. John’s 2015 capital campaign: Honoring Our Past…Welcoming Our Future. Join us Sunday, January 13 at 11:45 a.m. in our now fully accessible auditorium. TOGETHER we’ll enjoy a light lunch, fellowship, and a special performance by our own Chara musical ensemble, as we reflect…