Youth Group adult leaders are always available to members. “Always? Even after 5 p.m.?” Always, 24-7/365. “Wait. What about 2 a.m.?” Yep. Even at 2 a.m., even during work hours, even on weekends, even on vacation. Wednesday night’s ZOOM meeting drew just two members — hello, Summer vacation! — but Youth Group leaders Mary and [....]

by the Rev. Karen Maurer, Associate Vicar [Note: In-person worship only July 18; no livestream this Sunday] A long time ago, I learned a beautiful Hymn from our Hymnal. You know how certain tunes just stay with you and find their way into your soul? H644, My Shepherd Will Supply My Need, is one of those [....]

by the Reverend Karen Maurer, Associate Vicar Psalm 85:8-13 8 I will listen to what the Lord God is saying, * for he is speaking peace to his faithful people and to those who turn their hearts to him.  9 Truly, his salvation is very near to those who fear him, * that his glory may dwell in our land. 10 Mercy [....]

Being part of the St. John’s Youth Group isn’t just showing up at a meeting — it’s about contributing something about yourself and being present for others. Sometimes there’s even homework that helps members dig deeper in their faith. This week members reported back about recently assigned scriptures, sharing with the group what the verse [....]

by the Reverend Karen Maurer, Associate Vicar Fourth of July was my favorite holiday when I was a child. The freedom I enjoyed growing up on a cul-de-sac street with lots of other kids was an absolute joy, especially on the 4th. Our day began with a pipe being sunk in a neighbor’s front lawn [....]