WELCOME TO St. John's norwood

Love in action.
Disciples in faith.

Where love serves, faith transforms and we all belong. Every single one of us.

We're so happy you're here.

We're St. John's – a traditional Episcopal church dedicated to expressing the highest form of love: the call to serve

In this inclusive space, all hearts find a haven where faith connects, comforts, inspires, and even challenges us. We discover that to love God means to act – and through loving action, we evolve as human beings.

Together, we’re more than a church community. We’re agents of change, living our values out loud, so you can grow in your spirituality while helping to shape a just, peaceful, and loving world.

If St. John's sounds like the kind of spiritual home you've been looking for, we offer four services every Sunday (including a livestream!), and multiple ministries, groups, and committees that meet throughout the week.

GIVE US A TEST DRIVE

Join us for a Sunday Service

We offer four Sunday Services that offer a variety of ways to unite through worship, prayer and music, and deepen your connection to God. Whether you attend in person or view our livestream , we invite you join to us in worship however you're able.

there's a place for you here

Wherever you are on your spiritual journey, you are welcome here

Whether you join us for the reflective peace of our Sunday services or engage more deeply in one of our many ministries or events, there’s a place for you at St. John’s. 

WORSHIP

Sunday services

Join us for one of our four Sunday Services (plus livestream at 11:15am), where insightful sermons and uplifting prayer, song and fellowship bring us closer to God and each other.

LEARN & GROW

Spiritual education & growth

Children, youth, families and adults discover a God who loves and cares for all of us.

build FELLOWSHIP

Parish events

Our community's warmth is found in the joy of building connections, deepening relationships, growing together in faith and sharing life’s moments of joy and pain.

GET INVOLVED

Parish ministries

The core of our faith is the practice of compassion and justice. Explore how we make a difference in our parish, our broader community and in the world.

In the heart of St. John's, our philosophy is simple: live faith actively, love unconditionally and deepen our connection with God and with each other.

OUR ministries

Discover your place in our community

Whether you’re drawn to the deepening of faith through worship and education, the joy of music, the warmth of fellowship or the call to community service, there’s a special place for you here. Explore these avenues to find where your heart feels most at home.

Community Impact

Be part of meaningful change with our community impact initiatives. Your efforts in local engagement and beyond can light up lives and move the needle on social justice, reflecting the love and compassion at the heart of our faith.

fellowship Ministries

Find strength and support in our fellowship ministries. These intimate settings foster close bonds, shared learning, and personal growth, making them a vital part of our community fabric.

FAITH FORMATION & SPIRITUAL GROWTH

Delve into the depths of your faith with our spiritual education sessions: adult education, adult forums and Bible study. These gatherings are a space for insightful learning and spiritual growth, where questions are welcome. 

Children, Youth & Family Programs

Designed to engage, educate, and inspire,  our CYF programs offer a nurturing environment for the youngest members of our church family from 6 months to teens.

worship ministries

Be part of what makes Sundays special and our collective worship more meaningful.

Music programs

We offer programs for all ages as a testament to the power of music in uniting our community.

Leadership & Support Opportunities

Explore opportunities to shape the vibrancy of St. John’s activities from the inside out. Every role contributes to our worship and the work we do.

HAVE YOU VISITED THE OP SHOP?

Visit The Opportunity Shop

If you like to shop and support St. John's at the same time, then the Opportunity Shop – our very own thrift store – is right up your alley (and just two blocks from St. John's).

ST. JOHN'S NORWOOD |  BORN IN 1874

Celebrating 150 years in the community

St. John's embarked on a momentous journey commemorating our 150th anniversary of worship, fellowship, and shared purpose. With Bishop Mariann's inspiring presence and the harmonious melodies of our choir, the celebration resonated with renewed hope and gratitude, reflecting our commitment to unity and service. 

CROSSROADS IS OUR WEEKLY  NEWSLETTER

Church news & upcoming events

rector's CORNER

Rector’s Corner: “What Do You Have to Teach Me?”

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parish news

Oct. 20 Adult Forum: “Finance and Pledging”

Sunday, Oct. 20  |  10:00 - 11:00 am  |  Parish Hall / ...

BUILD COMMUNITY

Women’s Book Group Discusses “Fellowship Point” by Anne Elliot Dark

Monday, Nov. 4  |  7:30 pm  |  Zoom  -  The next meeting ...

WORSHIP & BIBLE STUDY

Blessing of the Animals – Sunday, October 6

Sunday, Oct. 6, 2024  |  5:00 pm  |  St. John's Nave  - ...

COMMUNITY IMPACT

October Outreach Sunday: Bethesda Cares

​If the sight of homeless individuals on the streets of downtown Bethesda ...

LEARN & GROW

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

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

THIS & THAT

Welcome Fall at the OP SHOP

Come to the St. John’s thrift shop to peruse our Halloween costumes, ...