August 16, 2024

Crossroads

If you're looking to get the latest news and updates from St. John's, you're in the right place.

The Rector's Corner


The Gifts of Community

Dear St. John’s,It has brought me great joy to serve as your Interim Sabbatical Rector and to have had the chance to get to know many of you over these ...

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Parish News

Keep connected with all that's happening at St. John's – from community news to upcoming events, this is the place to engage with our vibrant parish life.

An Introductory Letter from Allison Harmon

Dear St. John’s Norwood,   Happy Summer! My name is Allison Harmon and ...

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Corporate Reorganization Completed

The formal reorganization of St. John’s, as approved at the Annual Parish ...

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Finding Community and Wonder in Ireland

by Reilly Harris, J2A 2025 PilgrimWhen we were told we would no ...

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Living our Faith in Challenging Times

"At its best, our church is capable of moral clarity and resolute ...

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WANT TO GO DEEPER?

 Worship

Through worship we deepen our connection with the Divine.

Summer Singing Opportunities

This summer, the St. John’s Choir and the St. John’s Singers will ...

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Calling All Choristers & Kids Who Love to Sing!

Chorister (youth choir) rehearsals are Wednesdays @ 4:45 pm.Do you have a ...

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Join a Music Ensemble!

Would you (and/or your child) like to expand your musical skills and ...

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KNOWLEDGE IS POWER

Learn & Grow

When we learn, we grow – expanding our hearts and minds on a journey to deeper spiritual understanding and connection with God and Jesus.

Education for Ministry (EfM) Makes Exciting Change with New One-Year Option 

This Year's Sessions Begin September 24; Registration Opens July 15Do you like ...

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News from Your Library: New Shelves, New Systems, New Books!

New shelves, new systems, and new books!Have a look on Sunday, 10:00 ...

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Join Us in Building Beloved Community:  Join Sacred Ground!

We are in the early stages of planning to offer another Sacred ...

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WE'RE BETTER TOGETHER

Build
Community

Connect with fellow parishioners through song,  through story, and sometimes through pancake dinners to build a community that's vibrant, compassionate, and strong.

Progressive Native Garden Tour

Sunday, July 27  |   6:00 - 8:30 pm  |  offsite  - ...

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Chesapeake Baysox Baseball Game

Wednesday, July 9  |  6:35 pm  |  offsite (Prince George’s Stadium) -  St. ...

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Women’s Book Group Discusses “The Briar Club” by Kate Quinn

Monday, July 7  |  7:30 pm  |  Zoom  -  The Women’s Book ...

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Our Special “K” Group

While there are many ways to meet new folks at church, I ...

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LOVE IN ACTION

Justice & Community Engagement

We make it easy to take impactful action to champion love, dignity, and justice to make a real difference in our community and beyond.

Help Get Out the Vote in November Elections!

St. John’s volunteers will help to support our democracy by writing postcards ...

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An Evening With New Story Leadership

Sunday, July 13  |  7:00 PM  |  Nave  -  Hear from a team ...

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Refugee Ministry Update: Families in Apartments; Additional Volunteers Needed

St. John’s Refugee Ministry is pleased to report that despite numerous bureaucratic ...

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Spring & Summer Clothing Donations

Get an early start on spring cleaning!Thank you for the generous clothing ...

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The Opportunity Shop Makes Generous $50k Donation

This year the St. John’s Opportunity Shop is pleased to donate $50,000 ...

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Holy Land Committee Welcomes Ceasefire, Invites Participation

St. John's Holy Land Committee welcomes the ceasefire and return of the ...

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BUT WAIT, THERE'S MORE...

This & That

We're grateful for our parishioners who show up for each other and the community. 

Anne Derse Named Among “Women Who Inspire”

Congratulations to the Rev. Anne Derse, St. John's Deacon and Minister of ...

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We have so many opportunities to get involved – whether you join us for the reflective peace of a Sunday service or engage more deeply in one of our many ministries, there’s a place for you here.