Austin Susman 11/3/23 Austin Susman 11/3/23

Congregational Life Corner

Donna Hamra 11/3/23 Donna Hamra 11/3/23

Outreach: Holly Jolly Brawley Christmas Tree

Holly Jolly Brawley is one of the most popular Christmas events in Charleston, kicking off the holiday season. For the first time, St. John’s is going to have a tree!

St. John's News 11/3/23 St. John's News 11/3/23

St. Ambrose Choir Update

We’re sure you’ve noticed the choir stalls filling up and there’s room for several more! If you’d like to become a member of our choir please check in with Chris Brown, our Choirmaster.

Aaron Gumm 11/3/23 Aaron Gumm 11/3/23

Pastoral Care Ministry

It is my pleasure to tell you about the work of our Pastoral Care Ministry Team, a team of Saints who respond to the needs of our congregation through a ministry of prayer, greeting cards, meal delivery and Lay Eucharistic Visitation (LEVs).

Erin Susman 11/3/23 Erin Susman 11/3/23

Discernment: What Comes Next?

On behalf of the Discernment Committee, I am pleased to share that the Vestry has voted to approve our Parish Profile, which means that the search for our next rector is officially underway.

Christa Hamra 10/12/23 Christa Hamra 10/12/23

Seek Love Serve: Angels on Earth

Our September 24 th Adult Forum hit very close to home for my family and me. The speaker was Joan Carroll, Education Coordinator for Kanawha Valley HospiceCare. She was also the home nurse for mom when her health declined and has a connection with other parishioners.

Mary Fitzgerald 10/12/23 Mary Fitzgerald 10/12/23

Message from Mary: Our Seasons Pause

Fall is finally here. Schools are in session. The air is chilled. We've begun bringing in our patio furniture and changing our thermostat settings. The signs are upon us.

Austin Susman 10/4/23 Austin Susman 10/4/23

Picnic, Tacos, Brunch & More: An Update from Congregational Life

We are excited to share some updates from the Congregational Life Ministry, a result of the recent merger of the Evangelism and Parish Life committees.

Diane Hendricks 10/4/23 Diane Hendricks 10/4/23

St. John’s Gets Classy!

You may have noticed some new additions to the traditional artwork that has graced our walls for many years.

Beth Marquart 10/4/23 Beth Marquart 10/4/23

Episcopal 101: The Bishop is coming, the Bishop is coming!

The Rt. Rev. Matthew D. Cowden will be here for his visitation on Sunday, December 17th and will perform Baptisms, Confirmations, and Reaffirmations, as well as speak at the Adult Forum, join us at coffee hour and meet with the vestry. (Just a normal Sunday for our Bishop!)

The Rev. Chris Thompson 10/4/23 The Rev. Chris Thompson 10/4/23

Meandering with the Interim: Abundance

There is good work that needs doing, and we think God may be calling you!

Beth Marquart 10/4/23 Beth Marquart 10/4/23

Seeking, Loving, Praying Abundantly

We asked some Saints of John for their thoughts on seeking, loving and praying.

Donna Hamra 10/4/23 Donna Hamra 10/4/23

Outreach Update: Braveheart Fellowship

The Outreach Ministry Team was introduced to Braveheart Fellowship, a ministry of Kanawha Presby, under the leadership of Susan Marrash Minnerly and Martha Endres (seated).

St. John's News 10/4/23 St. John's News 10/4/23

Coming Out Month Celebration

You are invited in Celebration of Coming Out Month Sunday, October 8.

Beth Marquart 9/29/23 Beth Marquart 9/29/23

The Blessing of the Animals

The Blessing of the Animals: Wednesday, October 4, 5:30 p.m. in the Garden

Landon Palmer 9/6/23 Landon Palmer 9/6/23

Seek. Love. Pray.: National Acolyte Festival

Our Acolyte Team is traveling to the Washington National Cathedral for the premier acolyte gathering in the country, the National Acolyte Festival. Our participation commemorates the resurgence of our acolyte program – now six members strong – nearly one year since recruitment reopened following the pandemic.