Explore the clandestine world of Cold War espionage during our next Booklovers Discussion. We will be exploring The Moscow Rules: The Extraordinary True Story of the CIA's Most Ingenious Covert Operation by former intelligence officers Antonia and Jonna Mendez. Join us via Zoom as we delve into the tactics successfully used by American spies in Moscow. For the Zoom link, please contact Nancy Simon.
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Booklovers Discussion
Tuesday, January 27 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Zoom
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Concert: Tenet Vocal Artists
Saturday, February 7 from 4:00 to 5:30 pm
Experience deeply expressive Baroque music as the renowned TENET Vocal Artists of New York City return to perform at St. John’s. Step into the world of heart-wrenching dissonances, quick wit, and lush poetry as TENET brings the music of Claudio Monteverdi and Barbara Strozzi to life with a varied program of solos, duets, and trios for voices and continuo. Tickets available HERE: $20 ($10 for students). NOTE: Tickets are available at the door, but easier to pre-purchase online.
Second Sunday Choral Evensong
Sunday, February 8 at 5:00 pm
Join us for this monthly offering, led by an ensemble of twelve professional choristers, featuring music of Amy Beach, Martin Neary, and Herbert Howells. Choral Evensong, a contemplative liturgy, is one of the treasures of the Anglican tradition. At this service, the congregation participates mostly by allowing the clergy and choir to speak and sing on its behalf. Many find this frees them, in a busy world, to offer to God their own thoughts and prayers. A special Super Bowl-themed reception follows in Shears Hall. Sponsored by the Music Fund.
Women in Faith (WIF)
Tuesday, February 10 from 6:00 to 7:30 pm in the Brooks Library
"Friendship is the purest love." People often associate February with romantic love, but we will be diving into the joy of loving friendships—especially those with other women. Come explore biblical friends, your experiences with friendship, plus how we find and make new friends. All women are welcome. Bring a friend!
Caring Close Knit Crafters (CCKC)
Thursday, February 12 at 10:30 am AND 7:00 pm in Smoot Conference Room
CCKC is expanding hours to enable working folks to enjoy the fun and fellowship while working on projects like knitting, crocheting, needlepointing, painting, and mending. In addition to our regular group meeting at 10:30 am on the second Thursday of each month we’re introducing a second opportunity at 7:00 pm. We hope you will mark your calendar and join us. Bring a friend! Questions? Contact the Parish Office or Martha High.
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Jazz Sunday & Pancake Brunch
Sunday, February 15
Come celebrate the last Sunday before Lent at our New Orleans-style musical celebration at the 10:15 am service—featuring the St. John’s Jazz Ensemble. Additionally, there’ll be two opportunities to enjoy a delicious pancake and sausage brunch in Shears Hall, prepared by St. John’s Youth (9:00 am and after the 10:15 am service). Reserve your Jazz Sunday Pancake Brunch seats HERE ($5 per person, $20 per family)!
We will need lots of help from youth and parents to cook, serve, and clean. Please consider signing up to volunteer for a shift or two.
Third Sunday Supper Church
Sunday, February 15 at 5:00 pm in Shears Hall
Join us to share a simple meal, enjoy each other’s company, explore scripture’s relevance to our lives, and partake in communion in a unique way. A $5 per person suggested donation ($20 family max) is appreciated for dinner. Please RSVP HERE so we know you’re coming. Everyone is welcome, even without an RSVP! We can’t wait to see you!
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Day Tripper Excursion: DACOR Bacon House
Thursday, February 19
DACOR Bacon HouseJoin a special excursion to this historic mansion that has long served as a gathering place for foreign affairs and diplomatic professionals. Trippers should meet at St. John’s at 9:30 am to carpool. The house curator, TJ Holland, will lead our exclusive tour at 10:30 am, sharing insights into the building’s history and many famous residents. Following the tour, we’ll enjoy a fixed-price ($40) lunch at noon. Only 14 tickets available! Reserve by sending your payment to Tim Barwick with “DACOR” on the check memo line. Questions? Contact Greg Dole or Deborah Page. Learn more about DACOR Bacon House.
Fourth Sunday Study
Sunday, February 22 from 9:10 to 10:00 am; In Person in Smoot Conference Room AND on Zoom
Join us for a this formation offering on the fourth Sunday of the month. Led by parishioners and using resources from the Yale Bible Study series, Women in the Bible will “shed new light on familiar characters like Mary Magdalene, Sarah, and others who are less well known to many Bible readers.” There is no required preparation, and you are welcome to attend any or all of the discussions. If you would like to join on Zoom, please watch your Wednesday email, or contact the Parish Office.
Are you in your 20s, 30s, or 40s? The St. John’s Young Adults group is organizing activities for the program year. Please CLICK HERE to add your contact information. We will send out monthly invitations for events. Questions? Contact us HERE.
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