To St. John's Parishioners and Friends:

St. John's was consecrated July 14, 1854. Join us this Sunday, July 13 at 9:30 AM to celebrate our anniversary with a special outdoor Eucharist. Weather permitting, we'll be setting up in the side lawn and parking lot of the church just below where the playground was.

• Bring chairs. Bring your own comfortable camp and lawn chairs for the service. We will be on the level ground in the parking lot. Additional chairs will be provided for newcomers and those who forget.
• Come as you are. This is a casual service. Wear your St. John's t-shirt, or whatever's comfortable for the weather.
• Bring a snack to share. Following the service, we'll share an expanded pot-luck coffee hour. Bring a snack to share, and the church will provide coffee, sparkling beverages, and water on the lawn.

Join us as we celebrate another year of loving God and our neighbor here in Centreville.

Faithfully,

Kevin

The Rev. Kevin Laskowski

Priest-in-Charge

St. John's Episcopal Church

The Gospel of Revolution

Thanks to all who turned out July 3 at St. John's for a presentation on the history and theology of American independence, looking at sermons of Anglican clergy and others--and a service of Evening Prayer according the prayer book of 1662.

You can catch the presentation and the service on our YouTube channel.

Sparks Fly for Independence Day!

Thanks to all who turned out July 6 for sparkling wine - and sparklers! - in the churchyard.

"Engine of Resistance"

In a July 4 op-ed published by the Religion News Service, Presiding Bishop Sean Rowe argues, "Once the church of presidents, the Episcopal Church must now be an engine of resistance."

Evangelists Wanted

The Vestry is looking for additional volunteers to assist with evangelism and marketing, helping with the website, social media, and other promotional materials. If interested, contact Fr. Kevin or Lisa Heller.

Candles

If you make candles or know someone who does, there are 10 pounds of candle stubs from the altar candles available. They are white or ivory, and most are 51% beeswax. If interested, contact Libby McCullough.

Altar Flowers Needed

Dedicate the altar flowers in thanksgiving or in memory of a loved one here.

WORSHIP

Sunday Sermon

View all our services on our YouTube channel. And look for new sermons as always here.

Join Us In Person or Online

Join us in the historic church at 9:30 AM Sunday or watch live via YouTube. Additional links to the livestream, worship bulletin, and lectionary class are sent Saturday and also available on our website.

Upcoming Readings for the Anniversary of the Dedication of a Church

• 1 Kings 8:22-30
• 1 Peter 2:1-5,9-10
• Matthew 21:12-16
• Psalm 84

New Worship Customary

Bishop E. Mark Stephenson has updated liturgical guidelines for the Diocese of Virginia. Remember: "individual communicants may not dip their own hosts or bread in the wine." The minister will intinct for you, if you so desire. As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please contact Rev. Kevin.

Saint of the Week: Eva Lee Matthews

Eva Lee Matthews was a devout Episcopalian who became concerned with helping others. Inspired by religious orders she visited in the U.S., Matthews decided to establish a similar community in America. At Bethany Mission House, Matthews and coworker Beatrice Henderson decided to create a new Episcopal religious order whose avowed purpose was to help Cincinnati's poor, especially children. On August 6, 1898, Episcopal Church officials formally recognized their order, naming it the Community of the Transfiguration (CoT). 

Read more about her here.

Register for Education for Ministry (EfM)

Are you looking to deepen your faith? Are you hoping to understand how your personal experiences and beliefs bring you closer to God and God's people? If "yes," EfM (Education for Ministry) may be for you.

Through study, prayer, worship, and reflection, EfM seminar groups journey together through scripture, church history, and theology. EfM is delivered through small seminar groups and meet for 36 weeks over a year. Participants in years 1 & 2 study the texts and context of scripture; Year 3 looks at Church History; Year 4 delves into Christian ethics and spirituality. Also built into the group is a fifth voice: Wide Angle, which offers a taste of each of the four years into one year.

Contact Walt Cooner by July 15 to inquire about the upcoming EfM year at St. John's - where we have deep conversations about things that matter – always looking for ways God is active in our lives.

Join Us for Bible Study!

Our Bible Study will not meet July 9-10. We will meet again July 16-17. We will take another break July 23-24 before picking back up July 30-31.

Join us in the library Wednesdays at 11:00 AM or Thursday nights at 7:00 PM, for a weekly Bible study on the Gospel of Luke. We'll be using N.T. Wright's Luke: 26 Studies for Individuals and Groups (2011) to explore the third gospel. No need to RSVP for individual classes. For more information, contact Father Kevin or Lisa Heller.

Adult Lectionary Forum

There will be no lectionary forum this Sunday, July 13. Please join us for our outdoor anniversary service with festivities to follow.

Join us Sundays in person in the church library or online via Zoom to discuss the day's lessons. (This is the new link for meeting #826 4944 0667. Please make sure you use this new, updated link.)

Pizza at the Hanley House

The folks at Hanley House were very happy with pizza month!! And we are doing it again next month!!

We served about 50 folks last night. We get pizza delivered in July and August, so we just need to provide the side items. Please take a look at the sign up and see if you can help out.

St. John's makes and serves a meal every second Tuesday of the month at the local family shelter. Sign up to prepare or provide food ahead of time and/or join us on August 12 to serve. Contact Deacon Steve for more information.

Bring donations for our local family shelter to church or drop by the office.

Their needs may be found on their In-Kind Donations Wish List through Amazon.

Shop for Western Fairfax Christian Ministries

Please bring donations of food and more to Sunday services, or drop at the church office. These items are especially needed:

Food:

• Canned Meat (chicken, salmon, sardines, Vienna sausages)
• Canned Vegetables (carrots, beets, potatoes, mixed vegetables)
• Pancake Mix
• Syrup
• Cereal (low sugar preferred)
• Flavored Rice and Pasta (Rice A Roni, Knorr pasta sides)
• Canned Fruit (peaches, pears, pineapple)
• Canned beans (black and red)
• Macaroni & Cheese
• Cake Mix or Brownie Mix
• Family Sized Snacks (crackers, pretzels, nuts, etc.)
• Hot Beverages (ground coffee, tea bags, etc.)

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Toiletries:

NOTE: Toiletry items cannot be purchased by clients with SNAP​​

• Body Wash
• Toothpaste
• Hair Shampoo
• Hair Conditioner
• Feminine Hygiene Products (Pads preferred)
• Baby Wipes

Note: we are not currently in need of diapers due to our partnership with Greater DC Diaper Bank. Please only donate baby wipes if you want to donate items for babies.

St. John's is a founding partner of Western Fairfax Christian Ministries, which provides food and financial support to more than 600 local families every month.

Centreville Immigration Forum

CIF provides immigrants in need with the means to improve their lives and become more integrated into the community, improve communication and cooperation among all groups serving immigrants, and build community recognition of our strength in diversity.

The Shepherd's Center of Western Fairfax

The Shepherd's Center needs drivers and support for local seniors.

Prayer Requests

If you would like to add yourself or someone you care about to our Sunday prayer list, please contact clergy or the church office.

Sunday Services

Additional readers and ushers are needed. Sign up here.

Coffee Hour

We gather after worship for food and fellowship. Assist with snacks here.

Katherine Hanley Monthly Dinner

We cook and serve every second Tuesday of the month. Sign up here.

Altar Flowers

Dedicate the altar flowers in thanksgiving or in memory of a loved one here.

Photos?!

Have any photos or short videos from St. John's events? Send them to us.

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