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Mawande to Serve Second Curacy at Grace, Pike Road - a message from the rectorCan it really be six whole months since Mawande Mzongwana was ordained a transitional deacon and began her vibrant ministry at St John’s? During these six months we have come to enjoy her lively spirit, deep faith, and compassionate heart. We’ve seen God in her joy, her gifts, and her energy. She has touched our lives and we have grown in our love for her, Sihle, Thandie, and Kanya. |
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Fight the Good Fight, Finish the RaceThree friends are looking back over their long and eventful lives and reflecting on how they would like to be remembered at their funerals. One of them says, I want my priest to say, here lies a woman who was a good wife, a loving mother, and a loyal friend. The next one says, I want the pastor to say this man was a skilled worker, a respected professional, and an accomplished leader. And the third friend says, well, at my funeral, I want the preacher to say, look, she's moving. What would your epitaph be? |
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Trunk or Treat and Movie Night Spooky SuccessFamilies from St. John's and the surrounding community gathered Sunday evening for games, candy, dinner, and a movie! It was a great time bringing generations together and sharing the blessings of our parish. Thanks to everyone who helped make this event a success! |
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Pledge Packets Out NowPledge packets were mailed out during the month of October. If you didn't receive yours and would like to, you can either: 1. Email churchoffice@ 2. Call us at 334-262-1937 to request a packet or 3. Pick up a pledge packet in the church office, parish hall, or front of the sanctuary Many thanks for your continued generosity and dedication to St. John's! |
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EYC CofficeThis week's Coffice will be at: Chick-fil-a
2520 Eastern Blvd
Montgomery AL 36117
Contact jr@stjohnsmontgomery.org for more information.
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Creative Expression for SpiritualityPart of Spiritual Expression is taking time to encourage ourselves to see more of who we are, what we believe God to be, and how God loves and guides us in our daily lives. You do not have to be an artist or even artistic in any way to participate in this brief introductory class. Just come with an open mind and be willing to play. Each week will be a different example of one of the many ways to help engage your understanding of your creative expression and possibly help you connect on a deeper level to yourself and your relationship to God. Class will meet from 9:15 until 10:15 in the Library. |
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Lord, Have Mercy Prayer ServiceWe are all shocked by the violence that occurred 500 yards from St John’s in early October, and we are grieving the loss of life. Our city is no stranger to violence, of course, and we need to keep the current painful events in historic perspective. |
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Journey Boats Exhibit by Camilla ArmstrongAn installation of sculptures created by Camilla Brunschwyler Armstrong will be on display at The Church of the Ascension until Nov. 14. This exhibit is in conjunction with the Cross and Currents Workshop event happening on Nov. 1 from 9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. A collection of sculptural boats inspired by the work of Frances Carlile in an exhibit at Canterbury Cathedral, and handcrafted from gathered natural materials. As you engage with these works of art with an open heart and mind, these "journey boats" can carry you on a voyage of reflection and discovery, inspiring you to reflect on your own spiritual journey and the movement of God's spirit within it. Click here to learn more about the Cross and Currents Workshop and to register. |
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HappeningSt. John's is honored to host Happening November 7-9, 2025! Can you help feed the youth that weekend? JR is asking for donations for meals. Please send checks made out to St. John's with Happening in the comment line. We need help hosting participants at parishioners' homes Saturday and Sunday mornings as well as feeding the group throughout the weekend. Thanks to all those who have already signed up to help! Please email JR at jr@stjohnsmontgomery.org if you are able to volunteer in any way for the Happening Weekend. Learn more: https://www.happeningnational.org/about-happening |
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Remembrance SundaySt. John's is continuing its tradition of Remembrance Sunday where hundreds of ceramic poppies from the Alabama Poppy Project will be installed in the Labyrinth Garden for a healing and remembrance event immediately before the 10:30 a.m. service on Sunday, November 9, 2025. Attendees of the event are encouraged to wear an emblem of their military service or to bring a picture of family members who served. |
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Organ ConcertOrgan Concert November 16 at 4 p.m. by Dr. Joshua Coble of Christ Church Episcopal Cathedral, Mobile with a reception to follow. Works by Bach, Widor, George Shearing and Alain. Free to the public, all are welcome. |
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Annual BazaarPlease join the Episcopal Church Women (ECW) of St. John’s Episcopal Church at its annual bazaar and luncheon on Wednesday, November 19, 2025 from 10-2 p.m. in the Education Building at the church at 113 Madison Ave., Montgomery. Sunday School classrooms will be turned into shops for handmade arts and crafts, a pantry of homemade casseroles, soups and breads, a treasure attic full of gently used household goods including kitchen ware, china, silver, holiday and home decor as well as a silent auction. For more information, contact Christine Kline at firefamily1991@gmail.com. |
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Special Concert Honoring Rosa Parks WeekendBishop Glenda Curry will host a program at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Montgomery on Sunday, November 30, 2025, at 5 pm to celebrate Rosa Parks’ Weekend, and to honor the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd. The program will feature Dr. Alcee Chriss III as organist performing music by black composers. Everyone is welcome. |
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Joys & ConcernsYour prayers are requested for the following parishioners: Prayers are also requested for these friends: |
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Lay Ministry Reminders - November 2November 2 (1st Sunday) 7:30 a.m.
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