Mission Statement: We are The Church at Central and Greer where the presence of the Holy Spirit binds us together through reverence and worship, sacrament and scripture, music and fellowship, and ministry to our parishioners and to our wider community. St. John’s Episcopal Church: The corner of ancient traditions and new beginnings for all ages. | |
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Sixth Sunday after the Epiphany
Sunday, February 16
Holy Eucharist
10:30 AM
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Choir of Saint John's Liverpool Choral Residency Fundraiser
Donations Still Needed!
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We are very pleased and excited to announce that the Music Program at Saint John’s has entered into a multi-year period of collaboration with Liverpool Cathedral in the UK. Liverpool Cathedral is the seat of the Bishop of Liverpool, the largest cathedral in Britain, and the fifth largest in the world.
This exciting exchange will include:
- May 2025: The Choir of Saint John’s will hold Choral Residency at the Cathedral, singing a total of seven liturgies
- October 2026: The Choir of Liverpool Cathedral will present an unforgettable afternoon of music at Saint John’s
Our goal is to raise at least $30,000 dollars to be used for partial and full scholarships for talented participants in need as well $12,000 to go towards bringing Liverpool Cathedral’s exceptional 60-voice choir to Saint John’s in October 2026.
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Wednesday Night Dinner & Program: Seculosity
February 19 at 5:30 pm
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"Seculosity. How career, parenting, technology. food, politics and romance became our new religion and what to do about it.” by David Zahl. On Wednesday, February 19 at 5:30 pm, Jay+ will lead a book discussion on this book. There are 10 copies available to sign out in Donna’s+ office if you want to read the book before the discussion. Dinner is $12 per person. Nursery ( ages infant to 5 years) and Fun in the PLC ( ages 6 and up) Available by reservation only. RSVP by February 17 to Caroline Carrico (cmitchell312@gmail.com).
Only 5 days left to register! In order to offer this event, we will need at least 30 registrants. Haven't read the book? No problem! You can still join us as Jay will provide all the info you need!
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Music at Saint John's Choral Evensong is This Sunday at 5:30 pm!
Be sure to join us for a beautiful service filled with choral music drawn from the rich history of the Anglican tradition.
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Chili Cook-Off
Join us for a Parish Family Chili Cook-Off on Saturday, February 22, 5:00 - 7:30 pm! Grab your recipes and join a cooking team to have your prize-winning chili entered in the competition. The goal is to beat our reigning champion, Father Jay! We'll also serve hot dogs and chili with all the fixin's for everyone to enjoy by Randy Jefferson Catering. That's not all to be excited about; we'll have the Highpoint Rock 'n Roll Band playing your favorite 60's, 70's, and 80's music live, corn hole, and bouncy houses for the kiddos. Register today for our first event of the year! All proceeds will go towards the Music at Saint John's Liverpool fundraiser. We need 2 -3 more teams to enter the competition!
If you want to enter the competition individually or as a team, please email George Gully at ggully@jimkeras.com. We're also in need of extra cornhole boards. If you have one we could borrow please alert George Gully.
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Music at Saint John's: Choral Compline, March 2, 7:30 pm
Join us for a contemplative liturgy rooted in monastic life, featuring chant and music of the Renaissance.This service follows the Sarum Rite in traditional language.
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Save the Date!
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper
Join us as our Acolytes cook and serve a delicious pancake dinner with all the fixin’s. We’ll also have a Perkin's chef making pancakes to begin the lenten season!
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Volunteer at Calvary's Waffle Shop
Waffle Shop, a cherished Lenten tradition at Calvary Episcopal Church in downtown Memphis, is almost here! Running from March 6 – April 11, 2025, the Waffle Shop will be open Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in Calvary’s newly-renovated space.
We need volunteers to help make the 2025 Waffle Shop and Lenten Preaching Series a success!
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Saint John’s VBS 2025 is Going Over the Rainbow!
The kiddos of Saint John's are headed somewhere over the rainbow this summer!
Join us Monday, June 9th - Friday, June 13th as we travel through Oz in search of friendship, grace, and God's purpose for our lives. Along the way, we'll be Defying Gravity, exploring what it means to be Popular, discovering that No Good Deed happens without teamwork, and learning that every part of God's plan works together For Good. Whether you follow the yellow brick road or drop from the sky out of a twister, we'll be glad to have you along with us!
· Ages: Rising JK (age 4 on or before June 1st, 2025) – rising 5th grade
· Dates: Monday, June 9th - Friday, June 13th, 2025.
· Times: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM.
· Location: Saint John's Episcopal Church, Parish Life Center, 3251 Central Ave.
· Questions? Email avie@stjohnsmemphis.org
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Lay Eucharistic Ministers Needed
Would you like to serve at the altar on Sundays (10:30 am or 5:30 pm) as a Lay Eucharistic Minister (LEM)/chalice bearer? St John’s is looking for confirmed Youth (age 16+) and adults who are interested in serving at the altar. This role is important to our worship and is a great way to experience the liturgy in a new way. If you are curious what this entails and want to know more, please contact Holly Snowden for more information. holly@lilesengineering.com.
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Volunteers Needed!
Youth Volunteer Opportunities
Most middle and upper schoolers need to complete volunteer hours for school plus it’s good for the soul! Serving as an acolyte, a lector, or a member of the Live Stream team is a wonderful way for students to be part of the service and dive deeper into the worship service. For more information about acolytes contact Gil Uhlhorn at tguhlhorn75@gmail.com, for more information about being a lector contact Holly Snowden at holly@lilesengineering.com, and for more information about joining the Live Stream team, contact Antoinette Cheney at
antoinette@stjohnsmemphis.org.
Adult Volunteer Opportunities
Parish Office Volunteers
St. John’s is looking for an on-call to help answer the phone, taking messages, and attending to visitors who ring the doorbell. Their warm and helpful presence ensures the smooth functioning of our office and the warm welcome extended to anyone who seeks assistance or information during these hours. Additionally, they support administrative tasks such as occasionally putting together mailings and packets. For more information, please email Antoinette at antoinette@stjohnsmemphis.org.
Stock the Pews
Two to three times a month, the pews need to be stocked with various brochures to keep visitors and parishioners in the know of what’s going in and around St. John’s. One to two people could alternate, or one person could handle it on their own. For more information, please email Antoinette at antoinette@stjohnsmemphis.org.
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Church Guidebook and Directories Will Be Delivered Soon!
Parish Family, be on the look-out for your final hard-copy of the Saint John's church directory that will be mailed to your home. If you have not recieved your copy by March 2, please contact the church office.
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2025 Baptism Dates
The baptism dates for 2025 are April 19, June 8, and November 2. Please contact our Parish Administrator, Antoinette, at antoinette@stjohn'smemphis.org if interested.
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Spring Formation Offerings | |
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Final Session on Kindness and Calling
The Lost Art of Kindness– Civility in the Christian Calling
On February 16, we'll study The Micah 6:8 Promise. “To do justice, love kindness and walk humbly with our God.” We will explore these values and reflect on how these principles can guide us in our everyday lives.
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Upcoming Adult Formation Study Begins February 23
The Study of John DeRosen Murals
Join us for The Study of John DeRosen Murals. A 2-week exploration of the John DeRosen murals in the St. John’s Nave and Chapels. On February 23 in the Nave, Stephen Brown will highlight the biblical stories that are depicted in the murals.
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Lectionary Class
The Lectionary Class will meet in the 2nd-floor conference room beginning at 9:15 am. Join other parishioners as they read and discuss the Sunday readings. This is lay-led.
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Children's Formation Updates
Children’s Formation for PK & JK and Godly Play (5 -7 years) will take place during the 10:30 worship service. 4th and 5th graders will go upstairs to the NEW Children's Chapel where they will experience the Liturgy of the Word just as we do in the Nave. All youth PK- 5th grade are invited to follow the junior acolyte out of the Nave into the Children's Wing. Children return to their families at The Peace in time for Holy Communion.
Because of ongoing concerns about food allergies in our parish, snacks will no longer
be served during Children's Formation.
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We have exciting news for all of our book lovers! Beginning Wednesday, February 5 at 5:30 pm, we're starting the St. John's Book Club. Those interested will meet in the small conference room on the 2nd floor of the PLC. The book we'll read is “We Who Wrestle With God” by Jordan B. Peterson. Participants are responsible for buying their own book.
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Women's Bible Study
Women's Bible Study is back for Spring session. We are taking a journey through Sandra Richter’s study of Deborah and the Judges. Join us in the Parish Hall at 9:00 am every Thursday for fellowship and Bible Study. For more information, contact JJ Doughtie at jjdoughtie@bellsouth.net.
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Thursday Men’s Bible Study
Men of the parish are invited to Men’s Bible Study every Thursday at noon in the Library (on the southwest corner of the campus) in the Parish Hall. They are studying the book of Romans. Lunch provided. To learn more, email Hunt Campbell at hunt.campbell@gbtonline.com.
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Shelby Next Login and Mass Text Messaging Instructions
Still need help accessing your church profile on Shelby Next, or have more questions about mass texting? Click the button below to read detailed instructions to utilize these great services.
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Communication Deadlines for Sunday Bulletin Inserts,
Text Messaging, and Parish Email Additions
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Click HERE and scroll to "Watch Us Live" section of our homepage
to view Sunday Leaflet.
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Parish Prayer List: Week 3
We pray for those on our Parish Prayer List:
Week 2: Dr. James R Chumney, Sara Chumney,
Eleanor Miller, John Barbee, and Scott Bowman
Week 3: Steve Martin
And our Friends and Family:
Week 3: The Rev. Miranda Cully, Ceylon Blackwell
Week 4: Frances Vaughn
We pray for those who have died, especially Bill Webb, Leigh Robinson's Father and William Reid Sanders.
To add a name to the Prayer List or request Home Communion, click the button below.
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Prayer List & Home Communion Reminders
1. The prayer list will be divided by St. John’s members and Family and Friends.
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All Prayer List requests will need to have a Prayer Request form filled out completely so St. John’s can minister to those in need. (via website, card in pew)
If you or a loved one would like to receive Holy Communion at home or in the hospital you may click on the button "Request Home Communion". A Lay Eucharistic Visitor will contact you to set a time to come visit. You may also contact Donna+ at donna@stjohnsmemphis.org
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Saint John's Office & PLC Hours
Administrative Offices are open Monday- Friday, 8:30 - 4:30 (closed 12-1 for lunch)
For pastoral care emergencies, please call 901-506-2623.
PLC is Open Monday - Thursday
Mondays - Thursdays: 7-10 am, reopens 4-7 pm
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