Reading the Scriptures, praying together, and sharing a common meal are the ways that Christians from earliest times have enjoyed fellowship with one another and with the risen Lord, and so we continue.

Grounded in the 1928 Book of Common Prayer, our worship service is liturgical and based upon the ancient traditions of the Christian faith, and it is also Biblical, rooted in the Word of God.

We welcome visitors by showing forth God's gracious invitation to taste and see that the Lord is good.

St. John's is a community of believers with varying backgrounds, interests and experiences; but in Jesus Christ we are made one body.

Please feel free to contact our parish office or one of our clergy should you desire more information.

What is Anglican Worship

If you are new to an Anglican worship service, then (depending on your experience in other church settings) it may strike you as a little strange. In contrast to many of the worship services you might attend today, Anglican worship is formal—that is, it follows a set pattern. The “blueprint” for Anglican worship is the Book of Common Prayer. Read More

SHORT ANGLICAN LESSON FROM FR. MARK

“A Rose by any other Name would…”. Well, Shakespeare had a way with words, but your priest not so much. Some of you have commented that it would be good to understand the titles on our bulletin and in our church practices. Most of you know that a priest is referred to as ‘Father’, since he is the father of the parish. A deacon is usually called ‘The Rev. Mr., and a bishop is ‘The Right Reverend”. However, there are a few additional nuances to the norms. The Presiding or Archbishop is “The Most Reverend”, so Bishop Chad Jones carries that address. A dean or canon is called “The Very Reverend’ while an Archdeacon, a member of the bishop’s household is referred to as “The Venerable”. These have a long history and help identify the role and place of clergy in the life of the church. Most importantly, we are servants of the servants of Christ.

Fr. Mark

Happening

Sunday Eucharist - 10:00 AM
Live steaming on Facebook and YouTube of the 10:00 service

Wednesdays - 5:45 PM -Eucharist

Fellowship - Following Mass on the first and third Sundays.

Choir - Sundays 9:00 AM

Vestry - September 11 @ 11:30 AM
October 9@ 11:30
November 13 @ 11:30
December 11 @ 11:30 (if needed)

Wed. Evening Study Group - Date, time, and topics to be Announced

Children’s Education - 9:15 AM (Start date to be Announced)

Diocesan Synod - Mills River - September 13-16

Board of Examining Chaplains - Mills River - September 11

Directory Photographs - September 28th

Annual Parish Meeting - October 29^th @1:00-4:00 PM

Thanksgiving Eve Eucharist - November 23 @ 7:00 PM

Christmas Eve - December 24 @ 6:30 PM

Special Message from Fr. Mark

I hope all of you are well and have had a good summer. It seems to have gone by quickly.

Last evening the Education Task Group met to discuss plans for an education program for the children of our parish. We had a very good start in 2019 and early 2020, but then Covid shut down most gatherings. We hope that is in the rearview mirror now.

Our plan and hope is to restart the Sunday Church School program beginning with the first Sunday in October which is the 2nd day of the month. We have reviewed several sets of materials and believe we have good resources. One other resource we need is TEACHERS. We would like to ask each of you to consider assisting in that important role.

We would like to have enough people available so that no one will have to worry about needing to miss a Sunday or about having a backup leader. The consensus of the parents is that having class prior to Mass is the best time. If possible we would like to have 35-45 minute sessions beginning around 8:45 AM.

I want to simply ask that you prayerfully consider participating in this important aspect of the lives of our children and their faith development and formation. Please let me or another member of the group know your thinking.

Blessings,
Fr. Mark

From the Altar Guild: If you would like to make a contribution to the flower fund for flowers in honor/memory of someone, please see a member of the Altar Guild for details or contact Judy Daughtry, 336-317-0595, judithdaughtry@yahoo.com Suggested amount is $25.00. Thank you for your support! If you would like to join the Altar Guild, please see Judy Daughtry.

Choir Announcement: St. John's is welcoming new choir members or instrumentalists for our Music Ministry. Please see Pat King, 336-601-0417, patkingmusic@aol.com if you would like to praise God through music.

Fellowship Committee: If anyone would like to support our Fellowship Committee, please see Nichole Isley. Nichole’s email address: nichole0308@gmail.com

Mary’s Meals: It is more blessed to give, than to receive. Please consider a donation to Mary’s Meals, Their …”vision is that every child receives one daily meal in their place of education and that all those who have more than they need, share with those who lack even the most basic things.” Visit their web site to learn more and to make a caring donation: https://www.marysmealsusa.org

Crisis in Ukraine: Please consider the Catholic Relief Services (CRS) that are deeply involved in the Ukraine crisis. If you would like to make a caring contribution please mail your check or money order to: Catholic Relief Services, P.O. Box 17090, Baltimore, MD 21297-0303 or visit their web site to learn more and to make an online contribution: https://www.crs.org

St. Paul's Catholic Church Food Pantry and the Arc Food Pantry have weekly needs for non-perishable food, personal care items and basic home-cleaning items. All donations are greatly appreciated.

Prayer List September 2022

If you know of someone who is ill, in the hospital or desires our prayers for any other reason, or if you need to be contacted by the Rector please inform one of our ushers or speak with Father Mark.

Morning and Evening Prayer

St. John's Anglican Church 6722 West Friendly Avenue Greensboro NC 27410 (336) 392-8000

St. John's Anglican Church
6722 West Friendly Avenue
Greensboro NC 27410
(336) 392-8000