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WELCOME

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

Worship With Us

In-person Worship
Saturdays at 5 PM
Sundays at 9:30 AM

Online
Sundays at 9:30 AM on Facebook and YouTube

Calendar

  • July 16, 2026, 6:00 pm: AA - Undercroft of the Church
  • July 18, 2026, 9:30 am: AA
  • July 18, 2026, 5:00 pm: Worship with Holy Eucharist
  • July 19, 2026, 9:30 am: Worship with Holy Eucharist
  • July 20, 2026, 10:00 am: Stepping Stones Al-Anon Family Group
  • July 21, 2026, 12:00 pm: AA - Open Step

Announcements & Reflection

Announcements - July 18 and 19

Announcements

Once again, we are indebted to a small but mighty group of volunteers who helped with our first Summer Concert on Saturday, July 11th.  There was more than enough food available for purchase, a 50-50 raffle, pleasant greeters, and music by “Margie and Charlie”.  Thanks to the Barnstable County Sheriff’s Department for setting up the tent!  If you were not there, be sure to catch the next concert on Saturday, July 25 at 6:30, under the tent in the back yard, with the New Orleans Social Club.  Extra hands are always welcome!

Cape Cod Hydrangea Festival: continues through July 19, 2026. Get the latest information at capecodhydrangeafest.com.  Participating from St. John’s are Mary and Arnold Howe’s garden at 1124 Old Stage Road, Centerville mornings through the remainder of the week.

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 for:

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.

In anticipation of the annual school supplies drive, Staples  and other stores currently have them on sale if you would like to stock up. Each year, St. John’s contributes school supplies to the Cape Cod Council of Churches and local schools, thanks to the generosity of our parishioners. Collection details will be forthcoming.

The BARN has closed up shop for the time being. Plans are in the works for a Holiday themed re-opening. Stay tuned!

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.

If you have recently donated a floral arrangement, and taken the vase home, kindly return the vase to the church office, so that they can be returned to Stop and Shop.  Thank you!

The Parish Office will be closed for vacation from July 20 through July 24th, and will re-open Tuesday, July 28th.  Office emails will not be checked.  In case of emergency, you may text Fr. Al at 508-505-5668.  He will be in and out of the office during the week. There will be no Messenger on July 24, and the website will not be updated next week.

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July18-26, 2026

Saturday, July 18

9:30am AA, Parish Hall

5pm Worship Service with Holy Eucharist

Sunday, July 19

9:30am Worship Service with Holy Eucharist

10:15am Lemonade on the Lawn

Monday, July 20

Office Closed

10am Al-Anon, Parish Hall

Tuesday, July 21

Office Closed

12noon AA, Parish Hall

Wednesday, July 22

Office Closed

12pm-1pm Open Prayer, Church

Thursday, July 23

Office Closed

12noon AA, Parish Hall

6-7pm AA, Undercroft

Friday, July 24

Office Closed

11am Caring for Creation Zoom link:

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

Saturday, July 25

9:30am AA, Undercroft

11am Memorial Service for Cynthia Henrich

Collation in Parish Hall

5pm Worship Service with Holy Eucharist

Healing Service

6:30pm Summer Concert Series

Sunday, July 26

9:30am Worship Service with Holy Eucharist

10:15am Lemonade on the Lawn

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July 27 – August 2, 2026

Monday, July 27

9am-12noon Lasit Theater Arts Camp, Church and Hall

10am Al-Anon, Undercroft

Tuesday, July 28

9am-12noon Lasit Theater Arts Camp, Church and Hall

12noon AA, Undercroft

7pm Caring for Creation Presentation Series with Tim Orwig

Wednesday, July 29

9am-12noon Lasit Theater Arts Camp, Church and Hall

Thursday, July 30

9am-12noon Lasit Theater Arts Camp, Church and Hall

12noon and 6:30pm AA, Undercroft

Friday, July 31

9am-12noon Lasit Theater Arts Camp, Church and Hall

11am Caring for Creation Zoom link:

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

Saturday, August 1

9:30am AA, Parish Hall

5pm Worship Service with Holy Eucharist

Sunday, August 2

9:30am Worship Service with Holy Eucharist

10:15am Lemonade on the Lawn

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Caring for Creation - July 18 and 19

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

“Without the Word of God no creature has being. God’s Word is in all creation, visible and invisible. The Word is living, being, spirit, all verdant greening, all creativity. All creation is awakened, called, by the resounding melody, God’s invocation of the Word. All of creation is a symphony of praise to God.”                Hildegard of Bingen  (1098-1179)

Suggestion for Personal Action

Consult the Database of State Incentives for Renewables and Efficiency  (DSIRE) *(https://www.dsireusa.org/).  This is a national database.  Find out what financial incentives the state of Massachusetts offers. If you, a relative, or a friend own a second home in another state you can also look up what that state offers for making energy efficiency upgrades and/or switching to renewable sources for electricity.

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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