Worship
READERS BREAKFAST AND TRAINING
Sunday, September 7 from 9-10am
For ALL lectors, long-time and brand new!
LITURGY VOLUNTEER TRAINING
Wednesday, September 10 at 6:30pm
For anyone (adults and youth alike) interested in learning more about becoming a reader, usher, verger, or altar guild team member.
PEACE SUNDAY
Sunday, September 21
YOUTH ACOLYTE TRAINING
Wednesday, September 24 at 6:30pm
For all youth grades 6-12 interested in learning more about volunteering as an acolyte.
RECOVERY SERVICE LISTENING SESSION
Sunday, September 28 at 11am
All parishioners are invited! We’ll delve into the why, what, how, who, and when of launching and sustaining a weekly Recovery Service at St. John’s.
BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS
Sunday, October 5 at 4pm
Bring your beloved pets (or photo of your pets) or stuffed animals for a blessing; if you have lost an animal companion, bring a photo for our prayer of remembrance. Followed by a reception with refreshments for humans and treats for animals.
NEW MEMBER WELCOME SUNDAY
Sunday, October 26 at 10am
ALL SAINTS’ SUNDAY WITH BAPTISMS
Sunday, November 2
If you are interested in yourself or your child receiving the sacrament of baptism at this service, reach out to Jered Weber-Johnson.
BISHOP’S VISITATION
Sunday, November 23 at 8am and 10am
Our bishop the Rt. Rev. Craig Loya will be visiting us this Sunday for worship and more!
THANKSGIVING EUCHARIST
Thursday, November 27 at 2pm
A simple Eucharist to celebrate Thanksgiving Day.
Music
CHOIR REHEARSALS
Resume September 10: Wednesdays at 7:15pm
HANDBELL CHOIR REHEARSALS
Resume September 30: Wednesdays at 6pm
OSIP NIKIFOROV PIANO RECITAL
Sunday, October 5 at 2:30pm in the Church
The opening event of the 2025-26 Winifred Bean Sacred Music Series. A festive reception will follow.
CHORAL EVENSONG
Sunday, October 12 at 4pm in the Church
Sung Evening Prayer led by St. John’s choir.
CHORAL CONCERT FOR ALL SOULS’
Sunday, November 2 at 4pm
For the Feast of All Souls’ Day, St. John’s Choir will offer a concert of John Rutter’s Requiem.
RICHARD GRAY ORGAN RECITAL
Sunday, November 9 at 2:30pm at St. Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral, Minneapolis
Director of Music Richard Gray will perform a solo organ recital of French repertoire.
ACMS CONCERT
Friday, November 14 at 6pm in the Church
The talented students of Artaria Chamber Music School will perform works from the Classical Era. Free and open to the public.
STAFF SINGERS AT THE BASILICA
Saturday, November 22 at 5pm at the Basilica of St. Mary, Minneapolis
Mass led by St. John’s staff singers.
