Saint John's Episcopal Church

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Gloucester, Massachusetts ● Episcopal ● 08:00am, 09:00am, 10:30am

About Us

Nurture and Challenge Your Spirit

Welcoming and affirming, Saint John’s Episcopal Church is a dynamic spiritual community open to God’s grace and human faith. Our mission in Christ is to nurture and equip members for spiritual growth and active participation in ministries of compassion, justice and peace in the church and beyond.

Vibe: Casual, Traditional Liturgy, Down to Earth, Downtown, Spirit-filled, Friendly, Progressive, Gay affirming, Inclusive, Historic, Multigenerational

Programs: Community Service, Social Justice, Addiction/Recovery, Choir, Adult Education, Food Pantry, Children's Ministry

Music: Traditional Hymns, Contemporary, Organ, Chanting

Denomination: Episcopal

Size: Medium

Language: English

Founded: 1863

Contact

Phone

978-283-1708

Website

http://Stjohnsgloucester.org

Our Services

Sunday

08:00am: Simple Eucharist in traditional language; spoken, with one hymn
10:30am: Sung Eucharist in contemporary language
09:00am: We have a single Eucharist on summer Sundays and a few other times a year; check our Web site for details!

What to Expect

What are services like?
Our services are structured but friendly. Similar to a Roman Catholic Mass but with more Scripture. Everything you need to participate in the service is included in the leaflet. Sermons are brief but thoughtful. We laugh a lot.

What is the community like?
We're friendly, lively, and active. Many retirees but several families with young (and older) children, too. More liberals than conservatives but everybody is treated with respect and genuine affection. Many grew up in traditions other than the Episcopal Church but found a home here.

What if I'm not a Christian?
You will be welcomed graciously. We never single out visitors during the service for attention, regardless of whether they are Christians or not. The Rector or members will gladly answer any questions you may have.