the third sunday after the epiphany january 21,...
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THE THIRD SUNDAY AFTER THE EPIPHANY January 21, 2018
7:45 A.M. THE HOLY EUCHARIST
The Word of God, page 355, Book of Common Prayer
The First Reading: Jonah 3:1-5, 10
Psalm 62:6-14
The Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 7:29-31
Gospel: Mark 1:14-20
The Sermon: The Rev. Dr. Luis Len
Nicene Creed, page 358
The Prayers of the People, Form VI, page 392
The Peace
The Holy Communion
The Great Thanksgiving, Prayer A, page 361
Prayer after Communion, page 365
Blessing and Dismissal _________________________________________________________________________________
ASSISTING AT THE SERVICE TODAY: Michelle Mangrum, Reader and Chalice
Bearer; Joanne Hutton and Mary Raether, Flower Guild; Bud Harrell,
Assistant Head Usher; Preston Cherouny, Usher.
THE FLOWERS IN THE CHURCH are given to the glory of God; in thanksgiving
for the wedding yesterday of Audrey Wood and Evan Corcoran; and in loving memory of Everett A. Parke and Margaret R. Parke.
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Collect
Give us grace, O Lord, to answer readily the call of our Savior
Jesus Christ and proclaim to all people the Good News of his
salvation, that we and the whole world may perceive the glory
of his marvelous works; who lives and reigns with you and the
Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Jonah 3:1-5, 10
The word of the LORD came to Jonah a second time, saying,
"Get up, go to Nineveh, that great city, and proclaim to it the
message that I tell you." So Jonah set out and went to Nineveh,
according to the word of the LORD. Now Nineveh was an
exceedingly large city, a three days' walk across. Jonah began
to go into the city, going a day's walk. And he cried out, "Forty
days more, and Nineveh shall be overthrown!" And the people
of Nineveh believed God; they proclaimed a fast, and
everyone, great and small, put on sackcloth. When God saw
what they did, how they turned from their evil ways, God
changed his mind about the calamity that he had said he would
bring upon them; and he did not do it.
Psalm 62:6-14
6 For God alone my soul in silence waits;
truly, my hope is in him.
7 He alone is my rock and my salvation,
my stronghold, so that I shall not be shaken.
8 In God is my safety and my honor;
God is my strong rock and my refuge.
9 Put your trust in him always, O people,
pour out your hearts before him, for God is our refuge.
10 Those of high degree are but a fleeting breath,
even those of low estate cannot be trusted.
11 On the scales they are lighter than a breath,
all of them together.
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12 Put no trust in extortion;
in robbery take no empty pride;
though wealth increase, set not your heart upon it.
13 God has spoken once, twice have I heard it,
that power belongs to God.
14 Steadfast love is yours, O Lord,
for you repay everyone according to his deeds.
1 Corinthians 7:29-31
I mean, brothers and sisters, the appointed time has grown
short; from now on, let even those who have wives be as
though they had none, and those who mourn as though they
were not mourning, and those who rejoice as though they were
not rejoicing, and those who buy as though they had no
possessions, and those who deal with the world as though they
had no dealings with it. For the present form of this world is
passing away.
Mark 1:14-20
Now after John was arrested, Jesus came to Galilee,
proclaiming the good news of God, and saying, "The time is
fulfilled, and the kingdom of God has come near; repent, and
believe in the good news." As Jesus passed along the Sea of
Galilee, he saw Simon and his brother Andrew casting a net
into the sea-- for they were fishermen. And Jesus said to them,
"Follow me and I will make you fish for people." And
immediately they left their nets and followed him. As he went a
little farther, he saw James son of Zebedee and his brother
John, who were in their boat mending the nets. Immediately he
called them; and they left their father Zebedee in the boat with
the hired men, and followed him.
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ON BEHALF OF THE RECTOR, WARDENS, VESTRY, AND ALL WHO
SHARE IN THE GRACE OF GOD THROUGH THE WORSHIP, MINISTRIES,
PROGRAMS, AND OUTREACH OF ST. JOHNS CHURCH, WE THANK THE
FOLLOWING FOR THEIR PLEDGES FOR THE YEAR 2018.
(as of January 17, 2018)
David Abernethy & Elizabeth Lewis
Dana & Sophie Ackerly
John & Renate Alison
Nikki Allen
Robin Anderson
Michael & Ann Andrews
Philip & Annette Anfinrud
Tony & Tung-Lin Anikeeff
Margaretta Conderman Arnold
Carlos & Lourdes Arriaga
Ted & Eve Atkeson
Virginia & Shea Bader
Sarah Banks
Paul Barkett
Joanne Bauers
Meg Beasley
Krista Becker
Carolyn & Mike Becraft
Bob Beizer
Laura Belman
Kate Benner
All are welcome to receive Holy Communion with us. Our tradition is
to receive both bread and wine, sharing in the common cup. Please
assist the chalice bearer by guiding the cup to your lips. You may also
intinct by dipping the wafer into the chalice. During this time when
infectious diseases are a serious concern, you may wish to receive
the bread only. Receiving the bread only is a valid and acceptable way
to share in Holy Communion. After consuming the wafer, simply cross
your arms over your chest to indicate that you do not wish to receive
the wine. Gluten-free wafers are available on request from the
communion minister.
If you are feeling sick, please refrain from receiving the wine and
be mindful of those near you when passing the peace or shaking
hands as you enter and exit the church.
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Matthew & Christina Berlin
Judy Campbell Bird
Martha & Bill Birdseye
Diane Hendricks Bitsberger
Marion Blakey & Bill Dooley
Paul Bledsoe & Celia Boddington
Thomas Bleha
Tad & Nita Blundon
Megan Bly & Scott Wunsch
Matt Bode & Laurie Adams
Lacy Broemel
Christine Brown
Rebecca Brown
Russell & Barbara Brown
Bill Brownlee
Kathryn Bubolz
Lee Buddendeck
Mary Burke & Daniel Kroese
Craig & Barbara Burkhardt
Rick Busch
Cay Buser
Mary Cantrell
Pete & Susan Carlson
Hall Carter
Andrea Lea Charters
Preston & Merrell Cherouny
Ginny Chew
Andrew Clarke & Martin Sherrill
Laura & Max Clarke
Gwinneth Clarkson
Laurie Clifford
Betsy Conway-Haubert
Claudette Cox
Jamie & Robert Craft
Nicole & Stephen Crochet
Valerie Crotty
Nelson & Carolyn Crouch
John Culver & Mary Jane Checchi
Gwendolyn Cunningham
David Curtin & Glisedia Perez
Jim Czerwonky
Pat Czerwonky
Garry & Pat Dalby
Betsy Danello
Becky Daugherty
Christian & Liz Davis
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Susan Dawson
Justin Dean & Matt Sipala
John Derrick
Charles & Bonnie DeWitt
Anita & George Diliberto
Joan & Jim Doty
Laura & Ren Doucet
Linda Douglass
James Doyle
Will & Grace Duthe
Jim Eastwood
Janet Edmond
Janice Berry Edwards
Kaye Edwards
Lauren Edwards
Rob & Anna Ehrich
Richard & Martha Ellison
Erika Emery
Clark Ervin & Carolyn Harris
Le & Casey Evans
Amanda & Eric Eversole
Allison Herron Eydt
Denis Faherty
Adam & Betty Falato
Steve & Caroline Faris
Wendy Fibison & Samuel Watson
Hyman & Anne Field
Camden & Debra Fine
John & Susan Firestone
Carol Cole Flanagan
Ron & Nancy Fletcher
Lee & Juliet Folger
Linda Gaines
David Gallalee
John & Ann Gardner
Carrie & Jim Garland
Tamara Gayle & Christopher Blackwood
Kay Gilley
Ted & Sandy Graves
Michael & Missy Grealy
Richard & Jeanne Grimmett
Katie & Hunter Guerin
Sandra Hackworth
Chuck & Lilibet Hagel
James & Hannah Hahn
Debby & Gary Hailey
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Nick & Kate Hailey
Kyle & Mary Blanche Hankey
Kristie Hansen
Jeff & Katie Hantson
Barbie Harper
Anne & Bud Harrell
Robert & Anne Harrington
Dolph Hatfield
Fruzsina Harsanyi & Raymond Garcia
Meg & John Hauge
Diane Hauslein
Geraldine & Brent Hayhurst
Tim & Susan Heil
Hermann & Janet Helgert
Laura & John Herzog
Elizabeth Hill & Andrew Hunt
Robert & Tammi Hoback
Ellen Hoff
Heather Hopkins
Cecil & Lydia Hornbaker
Max Hudgins
Steve & Teresa Huettner
William Hughes & Ann Compton Hughes
Powell & Joanne Hutton
Cameron Heaps Ippolito & Andrew McBride
John Peters Irelan
Stewart & Victoria Jeffries
Muriel Jerome-OKeeffe
Wande Johnson
Mac & Barbara Johnston
Cliftine Jones
Bill & Sara Josey
Emily & Paul Kallaur
Katherine Kehoe
Graham & Robin Keithley
Arthur Kellermann & Leila Taaffe
Chris Kenny & Jessica Johnson
Loren & Anne Kieve
Richard & Justine Kingham
Lisa & Jim Kirchenbauer
Alan & Joan Kirk
Frank & Nancy Klotz
Peter Koch & Karolina Arias
Lisa Koehler
Kenny Kraft
Grant Kraus
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Pete & Katherine Kyle
Jennifer & Henrik Lehmann Weng
Lu Stanton Len
Luis Len
Andre & Joe Leonelli
Zach & Mary Leskosky
Patricia Leslie
Leo Lex
Stewart Lillard
Judd & Caroline Littleton
Michael & Priya Lodico
Jesus Lopz
Margaret Love
Emily & John Lucio
Kathy Luhrman
Janice Lupton
Chip & RJ Lyerly
Troy & Maggie Lyons
Michelle Mangrum
Claire & Harry Marshall
Steuart & Jessica Martens
Dan Martin
Harry & Judy Martin
John & Chrystal Martin
Middleton & Anne Martin
Sherill Mason
Nancy Mathis & Shawn Maher
Abbott McCartney & Sigrid Block
Saunders McElroy
Sara McGanity
Judith McKevitt
Matthew McMurray
Ellen McPeake
Diane Melton
Richard Metzger
Peter Metzger
Nathan & Kelly Miller
Livy & John More
Rob Mosbacher
Johannes Mueller & Timothy Beacom
Robert & Ann Mueller
Dixie & John Noonan
Stephen OShields & Miller Winecoff
Denise Odaro & Jason Bolton
Peter & Eleanor Odom
Andy & Catherine Olivo
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Ralph & Lydia Olson
Nkem & Uche Onwuamaegbu
Owen & Felicia Owunwanne
Robert Pahnke
Alex & Nancy Pappas
Jake & Susan Parcell
Bob & Sharon Park
Margaret Ellen Parke
Whitney Parker & Robert Johnston
TJ & Karis Parnham
Virginia Penick Parra
Bob & Gay Pasley
Anthony Pegues
Bruce & Pam Perkins
Eric Peters
Raymond & Susan Petniunas
Emily Price
Richard Price
Scott & Katherine Raab
Allie Raether
Mary & Carl Raether
Garrett & Gigi Rasmussen
Norma Jean Reck
Hwa Cha Redman
Avo Reid & Sarah Richmond Reid
Jack Reiffer
Geraldine & Harker Rhodes
Susan Todd Rich
Hap & Nora Rigby
Randall Roe
Chris Rogers
Mittie Curtis Rooney
Garrett & Lisa Russo
Chase Rynd
Elizabeth Sadqi
Jessica & Alex Sanchez
Becky Schergens & Jack Kinsey
Chuck Schwartz
Robert Schwartz
KayAnn & Brian Schoeneman
Susan & Sandy Sierck
Thom Sinclair
David Sluis & Elizabeth Holdefer
Diane & Peter Spaulding
John Staples & Scott Raspa
Kenneth & Susan Starling
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Anne Stewart
Toby Stock
Alex & Desiree Stolar
Catherine Stolar
Holly & John Sukenik
Meredith Sullenger
H. Edward Tang
Matthew Taylor
Robin Taylor
Dax Tejera
Riley Temple
Alfred & Hilary Thesmar
Jocelyn Tichenor
Andrew & Laurel Tierney
Andrew Tomlinson & Alyssa Wolice
Thomas Traxler & Rachel Bright
David Trebing
Jos Trejo
Cal Trepagnier & Marta Cook
Anthony Turner
Devin Urness
Jennifer Urquhart
Paul & Susan Van Nice
Dries van Wagenberg
Pamela & Patrick Venzke
Susan Volgenau
Jonathan & Jennifer Wakely
Chris & Barbara Wall
Alis Wang & Amy Stulman
Kristin & John Ward
Thomas Ward
Marc & Susan Warren
Susan Welch
Hilary West
Togo & Gail West
David Wham & David Malone
Brainerd Whitbeck
James Whittle & Lauren Curtis
Kathleen Wilcox
Philip Willauer & Sandra Cunningham
Christina Wilson
James & Heather Wilson
Neil & Emma Wilson
Andrea Winchell
Anita Woehler
Willy & Brenda Wolter
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Audrey Wood
Franklin Wyman
Rene & Keith Yancey
Sang & Sarah Yi
Keiko Yoshino
Rick Young
Aswathi Zachariah & Richard Greene
NEW YEAR, NEW CHALLENGES, NEW OPPORTUNITIES
He who was sitting on the throne said, Behold, I make all things new.
(Revelation 21:5)
2017 is now behind us. We may remember it for many happy occasions, for
unexpected blessings, or for financial or career successes. Or we may look at
2017 as a year which we would rather forget, because of failures, personal losses,
opportunities denied or other reasons. But 2018 is a new year! As Christians, we
are a people of optimism and hope. We know that although we do not know what
lies ahead in the future, we do know that God will be there for us, and that we can
count on Him to guide us and help us in whatever situation we find ourselves in.
He will indeed make all things new for us. Remember also, that St. Johns will
be there for you, as well!
Have you prayerfully and carefully considered making a pledge to St. Johns for
2018? For those of you who have already pledged, our Committee and our
Church thank you! For Pledge cards, please contact Evangeline Gravina, at
202-347-8766 ext. 301, or by email at [email protected].
The Stewardship Committee
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ST. JOHNS NEW ONLINE PAYMENT PROCESS
In order to make online payments to St. Johns easier, we have instituted
a new, streamlined process. Payments for pledges and other types of
donations can now be set up with an online payment profile at
https://www.shelbygiving.com/stjohnsdc by using your email address
and creating a password. The password should contain a combination of
at least eight numbers and letters. Payment can be made through VISA,
MasterCard, Discover, and American Express cards as well as debit cards
and echecks or ACH direct debits from your account. Just select your
preferred method of payment from the drop-down list. Select the fund to
which you wish to make a payment. A one-time payment can be executed
this way, or automatic recurring payments can be arranged by following
the instructions for scheduled payments. The site also keeps track of your
payments. We encourage you to use this method of making payments and
to let our financial secretary, Preston Cherouny, know that you will switch
to online payments at a certain date.
Payments can now also be made by texting to 202-335-0365. You will
receive prompts on your device screen for completing the process.
Please remember that this is a payment process, and St. Johns still wants
to receive your pledge. Pledging can be done online at our website. By
making a pledge, parishioners are not only making a financial
commitment to contribute a certain amount to St. Johns, but they are also
providing vital information to our Clergy and Vestry needed to plan the
budget.
If you have questions, please call Preston Cherouny at the church
office, 202-347-8766.
https://www.shelbygiving.com/stjohnsdc
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EVENTS FOR THE WEEK OF JANUARY 22-28, 2018
Tuesday January 23
10:00 a.m. Staff Meeting
5:00 p.m. Vestry Meeting (St. Columbas Episcopal
Church, 4201 Albemarle Street, NW,
Washington, DC 20016)
Thursday January 25
6:30 p.m. Choir Supper
7:00 p.m. Choir Rehearsal
Sunday January 28
7:45 a.m. Holy EucharistHomily
The Rev. Dr. Luis Len
8:15 a.m. Parish Choir Rehearsal (Hay-Adams Hotel)
Nursery (Hay-Adams Hotel)
9:00 a.m. Holy EucharistSermon
The Rev. Dr. Luis Len
10:00 a.m. Adult ForumVestry Candidates
Presentation (Nave)
10:10 a.m. St. Johns Choir Rehearsal (Hay-Adams Hotel)
10:45 a.m. Church School (Hay-Adams Hotel)
11:00 a.m. Holy EucharistSermon
The Rev. Dr. Luis Len
12:15 p.m. Hospitality Hour (Hay-Adams Hotel)
12:20 p.m. St. Johns Choir Rehearsal (Nave)
1:30 p.m. Oracin Vespertina
The Holy Eucharist will be celebrated Monday through Friday
at 12:10 p.m.
RECTOR TRANSITION AND SEARCH PROCESS
Today, January 21, 10:00 a.m.
Today, January 21, at 10:00 a.m., the Rev. Canon Paula Clark of the
Diocese of Washington will join us for a discussion of the Rector
transition and search process. Canon Clark works with parishes in
transition on all aspects of the process and will be here to help explain the
process and answer questions. We hope you will join this important and
informative discussion.
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PROGRESS ON THE PARISH HOUSE RENOVATION
Monarc construction began renovation on January 2. Demolition of
the interior and exterior began the week of January 15. Windows
have been removed for repair, followed by the demolition of the
outside fire escape and the excavation for footings and a lower level
exit for the new stair tower. This excavation and construction should
take about six weeks. Erection of the scaffolding for repairs of the
building exterior will take place in February.
With the exception of the accessible restroom in the connector, the
Parish House is now closed for St. Johns use. Portable, heated
restrooms with running water are now in place on the sidewalk in
front of the Parish House for the exclusive use of our congregation
during services and other events. Choir practice, Sunday School,
Nursery, and Coffee after the 11:00 a.m. Service are now located at
the Hay-Adams Room across from the front door in the Hay-Adams
Hotel. Please contact Hayden Bryan at hayden.bryan@stjohns-
dc.org with questions.
ADULT FORUM SCHEDULE
The Forum is held at 10:00 a.m. on the following Sundays:
January 21: The Rev. Canon Paula Clark of the Diocese of Washington
will join us for a discussion of the Rector transition and search process.
Canon Clark works with parishes in transition on all aspects of the
process and will be here to help explain the process and answer
questions.
January 28: Vestry Candidates Presentation.
February 18: Don Holloway, Curator of the Gerald R. Ford Presidential
Library and Museum in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He will speak on The
Gerald Ford Presidency.
March 11: Andrea Mitchell is the Chief Foreign Affairs Correspondent
for NBC News and the host of Andrea Mitchell Reports on MSNBC
each weekday.
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REFUGEE SUPPORT PROJECTS
The St. John's Refugee Project will meet today, January 21 after the 11:00
a.m. service in the community room of 910 15th Street NW. The goal of the
January meeting will be the determination of a clear path ahead for year two of
the project, should interest remain in continuing forward.
A few upcoming refugee related events:
Monday, January 22-Friday, January 26 at 12:00 noon.: The Asylum
Seeker Assistance Project (ASAP) is actively recruiting volunteers to assist
with upcoming job readiness training. The goal of this training is to orient and
prepare professional asylum seekers for employment in the U.S. It will take
place from Monday, January 22 Friday, Jan 26 at ASAPs office located in
NW DC near the Tenleytown Metro Station. Volunteers are encouraged to
come at 12 noon to join us for lunch and to co-facilitate afternoon breakout
sessions. Specific instructions will be provided to volunteers on site. Please
contact Noah at [email protected] for more information or to
RSVP.
Wednesday, January 31, 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.: Film Screening -Two short
films (From Damascus to Chicago and 4.1 Miles) that portray the challenges of
the one percent of refugees who journey to and are resettled in another country,
followed by a panel discussion moderated by Anne Richard, former Assistant
Secretary of Population, Refugees and Migration at the U.S. Department of
State. Georgetown University - Edward B. Bunn, S.J. Intercultural Center at
37th and O Streets NW. Contact [email protected] for more
information or to RSVP.
ST. JOHNS BOOK GROUP
Thursday, February 1, 6:45 p.m.
The St. John's Book Group will meet on December 7 at 6:45 p.m. The next
meeting dates and books are as follows:
February 1: A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles.
March 1: Tribe: On Homecoming and Belonging by Sebastian Junger.
If you like to read and meet with others who like to read and talk about books, the
Book Club is for you. The meeting will be held at 910 15th Street, NW, on the
west corner of 15th and I Streets NW. When you arrive, please call the
concierge, using the call box to the right of the gate, and tell him you are attending
the St. John's Book Group. Once you enter, the concierge will unlock the elevator,
and you will proceed to the second floor. If you have questions or would like
more information, please contact Leila Taaffe at [email protected].
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PATHWAYS THROUGH LENT
Parish Lenten Devotional
Submissions are due by Friday, February 3
It's time to think about your contribution to our daily Lenten devotional.
We invite you to share your thoughts on the season of Lent by writing a
brief reflection. Submissions only need be about 250 words long (just a bit
longer than this notice) and can be inspired by the scripture verse of the
day or anything that moves you. Submissions are due by Friday,
February 3, 2018 so that the devotional can be ready by February 14 (Ash
Wednesday).
Please email the Rev. Andy Olivo at [email protected] to
choose a date or for more information.
ANNUAL MEETING, ELECTION OF VESTRY,
AND RECEPTION
Sunday, February 4, 9:45 a.m.
VESTRY CANDIDATES
Richard Metzger, Senior Warden
Paul Barkett, Junior Warden
Vestry (voting for 3):
Carolyn Crouch
Jeff Hantson
Andrew Hunt
Grant Kraus
Sara McGanity
Peter Odom
Rotating off:
Lisa Russo
Brian Schoeneman
Holly Sukenik
Hilary West, Senior Warden
Parish reception at the Decatur House to follow the 11:00 a.m. service.
St. Johns invites you to a reception to help celebrate a very successful
2017. The catered reception at the Decatur House on H Street will begin
immediately after the 11:00 a.m. service on February 4.
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FIRST WEDNESDAY CONCERTS
Wednesday, February 7, 12:10 p.m.-12:45 p.m.
Soloists from the St. Johns Choir
The mens vocal ensemble Bamburia will perform our February
concert. Bamburia was recently founded by St. Johns Choir bass-baritone Chris
Fominaya. They will sing a cozy program of seasonal a cappella pieces. Please
consider joining us during your lunch break on the First Wednesdays of the
month, through June, and bring a friend. See full season details on the church
website at www.stjohns-dc.org. Each concert is ticketless, free of charge, and held
in the nave of our historic church.
THE LATROBE FELLOWSHIP
Wednesday, February 7, 7:00 p.m.
Church of the Ascension and St. Agnes
1217 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Join the Latrobe Fellowship as we gather for a service of the Holy Eucharist at
7:00 p.m. followed by a Mardi Gras celebration. We will feast together as we
prepare for the Lenten season. Laissez les bons temps rouler! All are welcome!
MUSIC FESTIVAL SERVICE
Sunday, February 11, 11:00 a.m.
Bob Chilcotts Little Jazz Mass
The St. Johns and Parish Choirs will join forces with the Dan Dufford Jazz
Ensemble to perform English composer Bob Chilcotts Little Jazz Mass in the
context of the liturgy. Additionally, the anthems that morning will be Chilcotts
Be Thou My Vision and Will Todds poetic setting of Amazing Grace. Do join us
for our annual jazz service on the last Sunday of Epiphany.
BAPTISM SERVICES
The next dates for Baptism and required pre-baptismal classes with the clergy are
as follows:
February 11, 9:00 a.m.; Saturday, February 10, 10:00 a.m.
April 8, 11:00 a.m.; Saturday, April 7, 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 [email protected]. Please
note that the parents or grandparents of children being baptized must be active,
pledging members of St. Johns. Adults interested in baptism for themselves must
attend the Rectors Adult Inquirers Class and be active, pledging participants in
the life of the parish.
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THE 2018 SPRING ADULT INQUIRERS CLASS Saturdays, March 17 and March 24
8:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. If you would like to be baptized, confirmed, or received into membership in the
Episcopal Church at St. Johns, join the 2018 Spring Adult Inquirers Class. Led
by the Rev. Andy Olivo, the class (a two-day session) will meet on Saturdays,
March 17 and March 24, from 8:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. both days. Anyone
newcomer or longtime parishioner -- interested in learning more about our
Christian faith and life, the Episcopal tradition, and the ministry of St. Johns
ASH WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 14
7:30 a.m.
Holy Eucharist and Imposition of Ashes
SermonThe Rev. Dr. Luis Len
12:00 noon
Choral Holy Eucharist and Imposition of Ashes
SermonThe Rev. Dr. Luis Len
2018 ST. JOHNS WOMENS RETREAT
Friday-Sunday, March 9-11, 2018
The Felix DuPont Memorial House
Rehoboth, Delaware
We are excited to announce the official opening of registration for this
years womens retreat. We are fortunate to have Rev. Susan Thon lead
us. She was recommended by a number of people and comes to us as the
former rector of The Episcopal Church of the Redeemer, Bethesda. We
are exploring a combination of author, Judith Duerks work (in particular,
The Circle of Stones) along with inspiration from Rev. Thon. The cost
to attend will be $275 for lodging and all meals. Checks should be
payable to St. Johns and sent to the churchs mailing address. We
would love to have some new attendees so please dont be shy
If you have any questions regarding the retreat, please contact Lisa
Kirchenbauer at [email protected].
Please be sure to let Lisa know that you are interested in attending so we
get you on our mailing list. Looking forward to having you join us for
our 5th annual retreat!
The deadline to attend is February 28. We will be looking for a
maximum of 24 people to attend.
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Church, is encouraged to attend. For more information or to register, please
contact Kaye Edwards, Assistant for Church Growth, at 202-347-8766, ext.
317 or by e-mail at [email protected]. Those who participate in
this class, or have completed another inquirers class, may attend a Service of
Confirmation, Reception, and Reaffirmation of Baptismal Vows at Washington
National Cathedral on May 12, 2018.
ST. JOHNS COMMUNITY BUILDING POTLUCK EVENTS
Renovation of the Parish House will begin soon, and with it the loss of meeting
space and venue for our Sunday Parish Lunches and other parish life events. To
continue and expand on our fellowship opportunities, we are organizing activities
by neighborhood and/or zip code. These events will be potluck suppers, brunches,
and cocktail parties in the homes of parishioners, or happy hours at local
establishments, picnics, or whatever our creativity leads to. If you are interested
in participating by hosting or organizing an event, please contact Holly
Sukenik at [email protected]. Please watch this space for announcements
of other events as they are confirmed.
CONSIDER JOINING THE FLOWER GUILD
Whether acquiring a new skill or expanding on an existing talent, being a member
of the Flower Guild is a rewarding way to volunteer at St. Johns. Newcomers
are paired with experienced members who mentor them until they are fully
fledged, confident flower arrangers. It is a wonderful ministry with the benefit of
newfound friendships. For a typical Sunday, two team members meet on Saturday
morning. Please contact Flower Guild Chair Katherine Kyle if you would like
additional information at [email protected].
SING WITH THE PARISH CHOIR
The Parish Choir of St. Johns, a dedicated corps of volunteer musicians who
provide musical leadership for the 9:00 a.m. Eucharist each Sunday morning,
welcomes new members. Midweek rehearsals are most Thursday evenings from
7:00 p.m.- 8:30 p.m., with a light supper of sandwiches provided at 6:30
p.m. There is a straightforward voice trial for admission, but the main
qualification is your interest in serving St. Johns in its music program. The
Parish Choir uses the Rule of St. Benedict as a guide for serving together in a
community of faith. Additionally, the singing season is divided into Quarters,
which are focused commitments of eight to ten weeks. If you would like to join
for the "Winter Quarter," please be in touch with Director of Music Michael
Lodico at [email protected] to learn more.
PASTORAL CARE AT ST. JOHNS CHURCH
Praying for the sick and those in need is an important part of our life together. We
invite you to add yourself, family, or friends to the parish prayer list. Other than
birthdays, anniversaries, and deaths, names added to the prayer list will appear for
four consecutive weeks. If you would like the name to be on the prayer list for a
shorter or longer period of time, please let us know. We are listing in parentheses
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the name of the person requesting prayers for family and friends who are not
members of the congregation. To add a name to the prayer list, please contact
the Rev. Andy Olivo at [email protected].
FLOWER DELIVERIES
Help brighten the day of parishioners who cant be with us by taking them flowers,
located in the side chapel. A card is attached to each vase with contact
information. Thank you for checking to see if a delivery address is convenient
for you.
Flowers need to be delivered on Klingle Place NW, Washington, DC; 2nd
Street NW, Washington, DC; and Old Brookville Court, Reston, VA.
OUR PRAYERS are requested for the special needs and concerns of this
congregation, especially:
Those who are sick or recovering:
From our parish: Lyle Elder, Bobbie Falk, Chet Grey, KayAnn Schoeneman,
Ken Starling, and Dace Vidins.
Friends and family of our parish: Yvonne Allen (Nikki Allen), Gianna Balerna
(Judy McKevitt), Carrie Nelle Moye Bannerman (Joanne Hutton), Ed Bruce
(Kaye Edwards), John Frew Carter (Margo Arnold), Lane Carter, Dustin Charles
(Andrew Tomlinson), Ellen Cromwell-Cecrle (Carolyn Becraft), Bill Clark (Clark
Ervin), William Frew Conderman (Margo Arnold), Dona Coultice (Betty van
Iersel), Brody Cox (Jean Schepers), Sambar Datta (Ashley Culbertson), Marcia
Delucchi (Chris Delucchi), Henry Farrington (Samuel Watson), Ted Fibison
(Wendy Fibison), Jimmy Gallagher (Joanne Hutton), Allison Gardner (Elizabeth
Gardner), Tyrone Gayle (Jessica Sanchez), Tom Grinnan (Bob and Gay Pasley),
Bob Kingsnorth (Joanne Hutton), Michelle Kost (Andrew Tomlinson), Frances
Lea (Ellen Parke), Deborah Mason (Samuel Watson), Rosemary Mariner
(Carolyn Becraft), William Markiewicz (Matthew Taylor), Richard Mazzur (Betty
van Iersel), Timothy Mullins (Jim Mullins), Judy Nicola (Cynthia Walker), Jerry
O'Hagan (Lance Jensen), Jonathan A.I. Olowu (Elizabeth Leach), Candi Forester-
Smith (Michael Stratton), Jim Tatosian (Pat Dalby), Annemie Van der Ven
(Joanne Hutton), Mark Van Note (Pat and Jim Czerwonky), Henry and Sandy
Welles (Donna Welles), Maya White, and Peter Winkler (Betty van Iersel).
Those who are in the hospital:
Friends and family of our parish: Elisabeth Booth (Ellen Parke), James Falk
(Kathryn Falk), Harry Glasgow (Joanne Hutton), Julie Howell (Cynthia Walker),
Betty Mauldin (Susan Welch), Aiden Mylnikov (Lindsey Bowen), Pat Odom
(Peter Odom), William Singer (Emily Lucio), and Sandra Wall Tyndall (Michael
J. Stratton).
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Those in our parish celebrating a birthday this week: Catherine Ashby, Nicole
Brightbill, Alex Brown, Russell Brown, Matson Coxe, Annie Froehlich, Hermann
Helgert, Dudley Hoskins, Jack Kinsey, Caroline Klug, Leila Nuzum, Ike
Owunwanne, Robert Pahnke, Scott Raspa, Gini Rhodes, Elizabeth Sadqi, Patrick
Venzke, Peter Watson, and Aswathi Zachariah.
Those who are deployed:
Friends and family of our parish: CPT Kerry Fredrich (Bob and Tammi
Hoback).
Please help us keep these lists updated by contacting the clergy at St. Johns
via email as soon as you can with corrections, additions, and updates on
status.
JOIN US FOR UPBEAT
A joyful night of Jazz and spoken word for the soul
Friday, January 26, 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
The Washington National Cathedral
Featuring Howard University's premier vocal group Afro Blue and
Atlanta-based priest and social activist, the Rev. Kim Jackson. The event
is at the Washington National Cathedral, Friday, January 26, from 7:00
p.m. 9:00 p.m. A light dinner will be included with the ticket price.
Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. Please come and bring
your friends! Anyone with a student ID will be admitted at no charge.
Tickets available at www.edow.org
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ST. JOHNS NURSERY AND CHURCH SCHOOL
St. Johns Nursery and Church School will undergo several changes
during the renovation of the Parish House, which began on January
2. We will continue to keep your children safe, teach them the great
stories of the Hebrew scriptures and the gospel stories of Jesus, and
involve them in worship.
The Nursery and Church School class will be held in the Hay-
Adams Room (across from the front door of the hotel, behind the
elevators) on the first floor of the Hay-Adams. The Nursery, for
children under age three, will be open from 8:15 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Our one-room, multiage class for students age three to those in fifth
grade will meet at 10:45 a.m. Church School students will join their
families for communion at the exchange of the Peace.
The Hay-Adams Hotel is located on the corner of 16th and H Streets,
directly across from the entrance of the church. Space for the
Nursery and Church School might not be available every Sunday.
Please watch Sunday announcements and the weekly email
newsletter for updates. We will make every effort to notify you on
a timely basis.
Students in grades six through 12 are encouraged to attend a worship
service with their parents. This will not only give children a chance
to experience the full and rich liturgy of the Episcopal Church, but
also give them a chance to use their gifts in ministry during the
service. High school students are invited to take part in the service
by acolyting, ushering, reading, and serving as chalice bearers.
Middle school students (grades six to eight) will serve as acolytes
with expanded duties.
To sign up for training sessions, to register for the Nursery and
Church School, or for more information, contact Kaye Edwards
at 202-347-8766, ext. 317 or by email at kaye.edwards@stjohns-
dc.org.
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FLOWER MEMORIALS
IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO CONTRIBUTE ALTAR, CHAPEL, OR
NARTHEX FLOWERS for Sunday services, in memory of or
thanksgiving for a person or event, please contact the parish office at 202-
347-8766. The cost for flowers is as follows: Altar$110, Chapel$55,
Narthex$55, and Entire Church-$220. Please send a check, made out to
St. Johns Church, Attn: Flower Fund, to the church office.
In memory of ___________________________________________
As a Thank Offering for __________________________________
Name__________________________________________________
Address________________________________________________
Phone Number__________________________ Amount ________
St. Johns Parish House
1525 H Street N.W. Washington, D.C. 20005-1005
Telephone 202-347-8766 Fax 202-347-3446
Website www.stjohns-dc.org
http://www.stjohns-dc.org/
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IF YOU ARE VISITING
a warm welcome to St. Johns.
We are delighted to have you worship with us. Please let us know who
you are and how we can best serve you by filling out a Welcome card
and leaving it in the offering plate or with an usher or greeter, and
joining us for the coffee hour following the service.
We welcome families with young children at our worship services.
Childrens Worship Bulletins are available from the ushers as you
enter the nave. For parishioners and visitors alike, nursery care for
children under age three is provided on Sunday from 8:15 a.m. to
1:00 p.m. We also offer Church School at 10:45 a.m. for children and
youth from age three through fifth grade.
All persons, including children, are invited to take part in the Holy
Eucharist. Parents may decide if their children receive the bread and/or
wine. Children may instead signal their desire to be blessed by the priest
at the altar by crossing their arms across their chest.
Follow us on Instagram at @stjohnschurchlafayettesquare. See
photos from St. Johns musical performances, special events, meetings,
Sunday services, and more. Relive the moment or experience it for the
first time through the touch of a button on your smartphone. Help St.
Johns capture each moment by submitting your photos from events,
worship services, trips, and volunteer efforts.
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FREE VALET PARKING FROM THE FRONT OF ST. JOHNS FOR THE
ADULT FORUM AND 11:00 A.M. SERVICE.
EXCEPT ON SPECIAL OCCASIONS, HOURS WILL BE 9:30 A.M. TO 1:00 P.M.
LOOK FOR THE VALET SIGN AT THE CORNER OF 16TH AND H STREETS.