The Interchange
The Interchange features articles of interest submitted by parishioners along with messages from the priest and senior warden. It also includes critical information about what is happening in the parish, diocese and The Episcopal Church (TEC) generally. To submit content to be featured in The Interchange visit the Parish Communications page.
Seek Love Serve: The St. Ambrose Choir
“Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly; teach and admonish one another in all wisdom; and with gratitude in your hearts sing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs to God.”
- Colossians 3:16 NRSV
Fall 2024 Godly Play Schedule
Godly Play, a Montessori based approach to religious education for children age 3 through 5th grade, begins at 9:30 a.m., on on the second floor of the parish house on the Sundays listed below.
Reading Camp 2024 Recap
This July 15-19 saw another week of Reading Camp at St. John’s, a week full of listening, speaking, reading, writing, eating, singing, visiting places, crafting together—all in the support of literacy around a theme, animals this year. Imagine 17 campers coming from six different schools, supported by 6 center leaders, 6 teen counselors, 5 small group guides, staff to provide food, transportation, music, and general support.
A Message from The Rev. Eric L. Miller+
I write to express my deepest gratitude and appreciation for St. John’s parishioners and staff for such a beautiful and joy-filled “Celebration of New Ministry” Sunday, September 8.
Outreach Update
Outreach’s latest activity with BraveHeart was a bowling party. What a thrilling night! Some of our guests even brought their own bowling balls and shoes, and yes, there were quite a few strikes!
Congregational Life Corner - 2024 Ministry Fair
It's that time of year again! The Congregational Life Comittee (Co-chaired by Maggie McCabe & Brian Hamra) is starting plans for the 2024 Ministry Fair. This is your annual chance to see what Ministry Opportunities exist at St. John’s and see where you may be able to put your spiritual gifts to work!
Acknowledgements - August 2024
Your vestry is noticing when things go well, and are acknowledging them as an agenda item during vestry meetings. Here are the acknowledgements from the August 2024 Vestry Meeting!
Reading Camp 2024
This July 15-19 saw another week of Reading Camp at St. John’s, a week full of listening, speaking, reading, writing, eating, singing, visiting places, crafting together—all in the support of literacy around a theme, animals this year.
Virginia Adams, the original Saint of John?
I don’t remember exactly when it was that we began referring to ourselves as the Saints of John, but it was long after Virginia Adams had died.
Lay Eucharistic Visitors
Lay Eucharistic Visitors (LEV) are lay persons authorized to take the consecrated elements following the Holy Eucharist to members of the congregation who, by reason of illness or infirmity, are unable to be present at the celebration.
The Celebration of a New Ministry - Sunday, September 8th - 5 p.m.
The Celebration of a New Ministry service, during which Fr. Eric will be officially instituted as Rector, will take place on Sunday, September 8, 2024, at 5:00 p.m.
Elemental: A Choral Exploration of Nature - August 24 at 7:30 PM
We are happy to announce a special pre-season concert by Maestri Vocale Treble on Saturday, August 24 at 7:30 PM.
Join St. John’s at the Fairness WV Gala
Saturday, Sept. 21, at Embassy Suites: Fairness WV presents an annual fundraiser gala each year to recognize and celebrate the progress toward full equality in the Mountain Stat. Tickets are $135 per person and may be purchased through the church office which will ensure seating at the St. John’s table.
YOGA for SAGA
St. John’s Parishioner & local Yoga instructor Rob Plume is offering TWO donation based pay-what-you-can yoga classes to benefit SAGA @ St. John’s on Saturday September 7th. The best part? All donations go directly to SAGA @ St. John’s, a wonderful local organization that fosters understanding and acceptance of the LGBTQ+ community.
Webinar: A Civil Discourse Primer: Building Capacity for Engaging on Tough Topics
Join The Episcopal Public Policy Network and The Episcopal Church's Office of Government Relations on August 27th for a webinar titled "A Civil Discourse Primer: Building Capacity for Engaging on Tough Topics.
Blessing of The Backpacks
Join us on Sunday, September 1 as we begin a new tradition - the blessing of the backpack! All are welcome, students of all ages!
Thank You, A Message from The Rev. Eric L. Miller+
My family and I were overcome with how welcome you made us feel on August 4th. We were ecstatic to witness so many in attendance, both for worship and during the beautiful reception put on by Brian Hamra and friends. We appreciated that you wore nametags; that was tremendously helpful.
Episcopal Gender Justice Survey
As the Gender Justice Office of The Episcopal Church gears up for an exciting Zoom series on Gender Justice this fall, they are asking for input to make sure the sessions are as impactful as possible.
The 81st General Convention: A Brief Summary
St. John’s Parishioner and member of the House of of Deputies Beth Marquart provides a summary of the 2024 General Convention.
Seek Love Serve: Bob Rosier & The Story of SAGA @ St. John’s
An interview with longtime St. John’s member and founding member of SAGA Bob Rosier about the history of SAGA and hopes for the future!