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September 1, 2016

J2A’s Urban Adventure in Baltimore

St. John’s J2A (Journey to Adulthood) class went on an urban adventure to Baltimore, MD on August 20th and 21st. The weekend was meant to test the skills the group has been working on as…

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July 1, 2016

Past Musical Events: The Legacy of Weyanoke and Mendelssohn’s Elijah

On Music Sunday, June 5th, St. John’s Choir presented excerpts from the Mendelssohn oratorio “Elijah” during the 10:30 service.

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July 1, 2016

Stop Hunger Now: 10,152 Meals in Two Hours

It took our volunteers just two hours, with breaks for pizza and lemonade, to fill the 47 shipping boxes containing the 10,152 dehydrated meals of soy protein, vegetables, rice and vitamins.

Volunteers packing meals for Stop Hunger Now in the parish hall

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February 1, 2016

The Music Ministry’s Year: 2015 in Review

The Music Ministry at St. John’s Church remains an active ministry dedicated to making opportunities for the congregation to offer their God-given talents in all areas of music and drama.

A bluegrass gospel group playing in the church

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August 1, 2015

Camp Kilimanjaro: Vacation Bible School 2015

We had a wonderful week of fun, fellowship, and God’s love at Camp Kilimanjaro VBS! From July 13th-16th we hosted approximately 16 children who participated in singing fun songs and learning Proverbs.

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February 1, 2015

Outreach at St. John’s in 2014

Members of our community, as well as other churches, joined us to ensure our guests enjoyed a nutritious meal complete with fellowship.

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July 1, 2014

The Tower Renovation Is Complete

After five plus years, “The strife is o’er” saith Samantha! The renovation of the church tower, electrical room addition, upgrades to electrical systems, new heating and air conditioning is complete.