St. John’s from the eyes of our congregation

“St. John’s truly is a place that had broadened my spiritual growth..”

“St. John’s has been my spiritual home for 38 years and is a place that has offered me peace, joy, friendship, and support when needed. My children were at church most Sundays and enjoyed all the activities related to that. They have fond memories of the activities during preparation for confirmation… St. John’s truly is a place that had broadened my spiritual growth and the warm, friendly members hold a special place in my heart.” To read full statement click here.

- Hazel Kelly

“God is good, all the time. All the time, God is good.”

“On the Sunday after Sandy, Lydia and I woke up in our cold, dark (but otherwise unharmed) house. We didn't know if we could get to St. John’s, or if anyone would be there, but we decided to try. When we turned on to Little Silver Point Road, we were pleasantly surprised to see some cars at the Church.  We entered the Church to find that there was a family there for a baptism, which was apparently going forward. The Church was dark, lit only by candles, and so cold the handful of parishioners could see their breaths. Father Van Sant decided it was too cold for vestments; he came out in a heavy sweater, a hat, and a stole (the only ecclesiastical garb he wore)…” read full here
- John Brenner

“we would always find a place of acceptance, love, & belonging…”

“I am deeply proud to be raising the fifth generation of my family as members of St. John’s Episcopal Church. Through every life event—both joyous and challenging—the St. John’s community has always been there for us. In 2021, when my son was diagnosed with AuDHD, I was overwhelmed with fear about how the public might react to his stims and quirks. But I knew without a doubt that at St. John’s, we would always find a place of acceptance, love, and belonging” Virginia’s video testimonial linked here.
- Virginia Fry