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St. John’s is a community called by Christ to grow spiritually and make known God’s love through word and deed in our congregation and in the broader world.

We are a compassionate community of faith coming from all walks of life and life-styles and invite you to join us for the heart of our life together—Worship.

Faith, inspiration and formation come in many forms at St. John’s. It’s through worship services, music, a sermon or a conversation with God, through hospitality and fellowship, and through participation in our ministries. We put our faith into action by giving back to God what has been given to us and by helping our neighbors.

Whoever you are, wherever you are on your faith journey, we invite you to join us
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  • August 8, 2026, 9:30 am: AA
  • August 8, 2026, 5:00 pm: Worship with Holy Eucharist
  • August 9, 2026, 9:30 am: Worship with Holy Eucharist
  • August 10, 2026, 10:00 am: Stepping Stones Al-Anon Family Group
  • August 11, 2026, 12:00 pm: AA - Open Step
  • August 13, 2026, 12:00 pm: AA - Discussion Group
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Announcements & Reflection

Announcements -August 8/9

Announcements

CONCERT SERIES NEWS: Please come to our next concert on Saturday, August 15 at 6:30, under the tent in the backyard, with the Cape Cod Ukulele Club. Enjoy great food, good company, pop-to-bluegrass music, and take a chance on our golf raffle or 50-50 raffle. Bring a comfy chair, friends, and family members. Extra hands are welcome to help with set-up, food serving, raffle ticket sales, and clean-up. Concerts are free and open to the public; food and beverages are available for purchase. THANK YOU to our steadfast group of volunteers who continue to help with these concerts!

St. John’s “Golf Outing for 4” raffle: Tickets are available now through August 29th

Contact the Parish Office or see a volunteer after worship for your chance to win:

18 holes for 4 players with carts at White Cliffs Country Club in Plymouth OR

18 holes for 4 players with carts at Quashnet Valley Country Club in Mashpee

Tickets are $10 each or 6 tickets for $50. Raffle tickets are available for purchase at each service, in the Church Office during business hours, and the Thrift Shop. The drawing will be held at the final Summer Breeze Concert on August 29th.

BACK TO SCHOOL:  Again this year, we are working with the Cape Cod Council of Churches and Hands of Hope Pantry to support their Annual School Supplies Program. New and gently used backpacks, pencils, pens, highlighters, crayons, markers, notebooks (regular and college-ruled), filler paper, and 2-pocket folders are the most requested items. Your generous contributions can be left in the basket in the Narthex or bring them to the office during business hours (9am-2pm Tues-Fri). Deadline for collection is August 22nd. THANK YOU!

ALL PARISH PICNIC: We are taking the Second Saturday Social on the road to the American Legion Pavilion, 20 Main Street, Sandwich on Saturday, September 12th at 4pm. Our worship service with Holy Eucharist starts at 5pm, followed by a potluck supper. Join us for food, fellowship, fun, and a worship service. All ages are welcome. Let Diana Stanley know what special potluck dish you will bring at: Stanleyzook@gmail.com, or check for the sign-up sheet in the Narthex. You can also call the office to sign up.  There will be a fire pit for S’mores!

Hour of Prayer: The church is open for your quiet prayers weekly, on Wednesdays, from 12-1pm.

Caring for Creation Committee: Meeting Fridays at 11:00 AM Zoom link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86013659293
Thank you Ann Geary Roche for coordinating this year’s Golf Raffle!
Have you purchased your raffle tickets for this beautiful handmade quilt yet? If not, they are available in the Thrift Shop, after worship services, or from the office during business hours. Made by expert professional quilter Lynne Benson, it is twin-sized and reversible. Tickets are $5 each or 3 for $10 and benefit the church. Drawing will be held on September 13 and you do not need to be present to win!

Calendar 

August 8-16, 2026

Saturday, August 8

9:30am AA, Parish Hall

5pm Worship Service with Holy Eucharist

5:30pm Second Saturday Social, Parish Hall

Sunday, August 9

9:30am Worship Service with Holy Eucharist

10:15am Lemonade on the Lawn

Monday, August 10

10am Al-Anon, Parish Hall

Tuesday, August 11

12noon AA, Parish Hall

6:30pm Vestry on Zoom

Wednesday, August 12

12-1pm Open Prayer, Church

1pm Common Threads Appreciation Luncheon, Parish Hall

Thursday, August 13

12noon AA, Parish Hall

6pm AA, Undercroft

Friday, August 14

11am Caring for Creation Zoom link:

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86013659293

Saturday, August 15

9:30am AA, Parish Hall

5pm Worship Service with Holy Eucharist

6:30pm Summer Concert Series
St. John’s Parish has recently lost several parishioners. Here are their obituaries for your information.

Joseph Calvert, 84, of Centerville, was surrounded by his family when he passed away peacefully on Monday, June 8, 2026.

Joe was born in Boston, MA on February 23, 1942, to the late Lorraine Calvert of Boston. He was predeceased by his first wife, Linda Calvert, and his brother Kenneth Calvert. Joe graduated from North Quincy High School in 1959. He married Beverly McGinn Calvert on October 20, 2018.

Joe was happiest when surrounded by family and friends sharing good times, good drinks, and good food. He was known for his fierce loyalty to family and friends, animated stories, all black wardrobes, and his dedication to making life for his family the most enjoyable possible. His bubbly personality made him the life of any party – whether mixing drinks, beating everyone in cards, grilling like a champ, or doing his best Johnny Cash impersonation. Joe enjoyed the outdoors and especially walks on the beach with his girls or trips to the coast of Maine.

Joe is survived by his loving family: wife Beverly and canine “little girls” Bella and Sophia; son Lance and daughter-in-law Lisa; son Brian, daughter-in-law Kerry, and grandchildren Brynn, Landon, and Cameron; and son Jason, daughter-in-law Jen, and grandchildren Kensington and Kolton. He is also survived by his nieces Nicole and Beckie.

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Janet Elizabeth Richards, 79 a life long resident of Sandwich Ma passed away Sunday June 28, 2026 after a brief illness. The daughter of the late Joseph Leithwood Lloyd Maclean and the late Laura Caroline MacLean. Janet was married to the late Larry Wayne Richards of West Virginia. Janet is survived by her brother Edwin L. MacLean of Sandwich. Her son Thomas E. Richards and his wife Tammy L. Richards of Sandwich. Her son David W. Richards of Mashpee. Her grandson Peter Maynard of Colorado. Her granddaughter Meagan Richards of Rhode Island and her great grandson Lincoln Schenck of Rhode Island. Janet graduated from Sandwich high school and then went on to the nursing program at UCCR of Bourne. Janet worked at Cape Cod Hospital for a period of 30 years until her retirement. She was a member of several clubs, the singles club, the gardening club and the book club. Janet along with her brother Edwin owned and operated Dunroamin Trailer Park and Cottages in Sandwich for over a period of 45 years. Family and friends are welcomed to attend a church service at St. John’s Episcopal Church Sandwich Thursday July 2, 2026 at 1:30. Proceeded by a celebration of life gathering at her home in Sandwich 9 Lan Drive.

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Caring for Creation - August 1/2

DAILY LIVING PRACTICES TO CARE FOR CREATON

During July and August we focus on the importance of fire/sun/energy in our Caring for Creation activities. Simultaneously, the season of Pentecost reminds us that the Spirit blows where it will.  The Spirit sustains all that is true, good and beautiful wherever it may be found and by whomever it may be done. Traditional representations of the disciples on Pentecost show them with tongues of flame above their heads indicating their internal change and sense of purpose.

Quotation for your Meditation

Between the Fires by Rabbi Arthur Waskow
We are the generation that stands
between the fires:
Behind us the flame and smoke
that rose from Auschwitz and from Hiroshima;
From the burning forests of the Amazon,
From the hottest years of human history
that bring upon us
Melted ice fields, Flooded cities, Scorching droughts.
Before us the nightmare of a Flood of Fire,
The heat and smoke that could consume all Earth.
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It is our task to make from fire not an all-consuming blaze
But the light in which we see each other fully.
All of us different, All of us bearing
One Spark.
We light these fires to see more clearly
That the Earth and all who live as part of it
Are not for burning.
We light these fires to see more clearly
The rainbow in our many-colored faces.
Blessed is the One within the many.
Blessed are the many who make One.

Suggestions for Personal Action

If you are interested in making your dwelling more energy efficient, consult Energy Sage (www.energysage.com) with your questions.

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St. John's Memorial Weekend Yard Sale

Need a place to Donate Furniture and other Household Items? We can help!

Need help transporting your treasures?  We can help!

 

St. John’s Episcopal Church

159 Main Street
Sandwich, MA 02563
508-888-2828

Drop-Off: Tuesdays – 12noon-2pm (April-May)
Saturdays – 12noon-2pm (April-May)

Drop-off is at our accessible parking lot, left-hand side of the church.

St. John’s Memorial Weekend Yard Sale
May 23, 24, 25 and 26

If you would like help with transportation, contact Deb Roberts at 910-695-6100

St. John’s is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization. Your donations may be tax-deductible. Forms available to document your donation.

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Let mutual love continue. Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for by doing that some have entertained angels without knowing it.

Matthew 13:1-2