Important Weather Update — Sunday Worship

Due to icy conditions, there will be NO in-person worship this Sunday. The 8:00 a.m. service is canceled, and the 10:15 a.m. service will be livestreamed only.

Worship will be available on YouTube and here on the homepage of the Saint John’s website. Parishioners are encouraged to remain safely at home and join us online.

Welcome to Saint John's Episcopal Church in Hagerstown, Maryland

We are a lively, active community of faith. We strive to be a loving congregation, committed to welcoming ALL and sharing the Good News of Jesus Christ.

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The Third Sunday after the Epiphany

January 25, 2026

IMPORTANT WEATHER UPDATE — WORSHIP IS ONLINE ONLY

Due to icy conditions, there will be NO in-person worship at Saint John’s this Sunday. The service will be livestreamed at 10:15 a.m. on YouTube and right here on the Saint John’s website homepage. Please stay safely at home and join us online.

Permission to podcast / stream the music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE, License # A-734724. All rights reserved.

In today’s Gospel, Jesus calls ordinary people in the midst of their daily work and invites them to follow. There is no long explanation, no checklist of qualifications—only a simple invitation and a promise of transformation. In a world that often waits for perfect conditions before acting, this passage reminds us that God’s light meets us exactly where we are. Even when the path ahead is uncertain, Christ calls us forward, offering purpose, belonging, and the grace to become more than we imagined possible.

Upcoming Events

Life together at Saint John’s in the season after the Epiphany.

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2025 Annual Meeting
Sunday, February 1, 2026 • Noon • Trimble Hall
Parish Life will be serving lunch prior to the meeting. Our menu will be chicken vegetable pie and salad. A free-will offering will be graciously accepted. (Moved to February 1 due to weather.)
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2026 Vestry Candidates
St. John’s is blessed to present eight parishioners as candidates for Vestry service for the 2026–2029 term: Jim Aaron, Sherrie Burkholder, Bruce Messey, David McKinley, Derek Stanton, Mark Stahr, Debra Valentine, and Emma Williams.
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Tuesday Night Bible Study with Deacon Sue
Tuesdays • 7:00–8:00 p.m.
Online only or in Saint Mary’s Chapel.
Meeting ID: 827 3456 7853  |  Passcode: 175639
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Youth Confirmation
Classes begin Sunday, February 1
Calling all young people who are Sophomores in high school through college to learn about the Episcopal Church and Confirmation. Bishop Carrie Schofield-Broadbent will be at St. John’s April 19.
Contact: Fr. Rick (rector1806@gmail.com) or Carol Cox (cacox07@yahoo.com).
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Adult Confirmation, Reception & Renewal of Baptismal Vows
Information Meeting: Sunday, February 1 • 12:00 noon • Saint Mary’s Chapel
Bishop Carrie Schofield-Broadbent will be at St. John’s on April 19, 2026 for confirmation, reception, and renewal of baptismal vows for youth and adults.
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REACH Cold Weather Shelter
February 1–8, 2026
Volunteers are still needed for overnight shifts, meals, and support roles. Please complete the volunteer application: reachofwc.org/volunteer-application.
Help signing up: Missy McCray (717-420-7118) or Nmmjj101119@gmail.com.
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Organ Recital with Adam Graham
Sunday, February 15 • 5:00 p.m.
Reception follows.
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Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper
Tuesday, February 17 • 4:00–7:00 p.m.
We are serving pancakes, egg casseroles, sausage, and applesauce. Please come to enjoy the fellowship and fun activities planned for this evening. A sign-up sheet is available outside the choir room.
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St. John’s Friendly Barbecue Contest
Sunday, February 22 • After the 10:15 a.m. service • Trimble Hall
Bring your best chicken, ribs, or brisket—any style welcome. Cook at home, bring it ready to serve, sample, smile, and vote. People’s Choice picks the winner. No entry fees. No professional judges—just great food and fellowship.

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Saint John's Church

Location:

101 S. Prospect St., Hagerstown, MD 21740
Parking is available in the church lot at the corner of Walnut and Antietam Streets.

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Phone: (301) 733–2560

Website: stjohnshagerstown.org

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