St. John’s Episcopal Church

“Giving Grace in God’s World”

Sundays: Services: 8:00 a.m. & 10:15 a.m.

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Welcome to St. John’s Episcopal Church

We are delighted to welcome you! Our community celebrates worship, outreach, learning, and fellowship.

3 Cross Street, Essex, CT 06426

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Worship services are held each Sunday at 8:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m., and the 10:15 a.m. is broadcast online on our YouTube Channel. On Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m., we have a service of Holy Eucharist.

Sunday:

*Please note: There will be no services inside the church this week unless it rains. Instead, we invite everyone to join the Ecumenical Worship Service on the Town Green.

8:00 a.m. | Holy Eucharist
10:15 a.m. | Holy Eucharist with organ and choir (livestreamed on our YouTube Channel)

LIVESTREAM SUNDAYS AT 10:15 A.M.

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Tuesday:

10:00 a.m. | Bible Study will be on hiatus for the month of August and will resume in the Fall.
11:15 a.m. | Tuesday Midweek Holy Eucharist

Wednesday:

5:00 p.m. | Wednesday Contemplative Prayer

26th Annual Backpack program

All backpacks and supplies are due Sunday, August 24

It’s that time of year again—back-to-school season! For the 26th year, we’re inviting our church community and friends to help local children start the school year equipped and ready to learn. Your generosity truly makes a difference—please spread the word! Questions? Please contact the Church Office.

For the Blessing of the Backpacks, we invite all students pre-k through high school, college and graduate students, and all school educators from St. John’s to come to the altar next week for a special blessing.

Celebrate Together:

St. John’s Fall Kick-Off Sunday

Sunday, September 7 directly following the 10:15 a.m. service

Let’s kick off St. John’s program year with a festive gathering! We’ll come together in the amphitheater, Parish Hall, and Undercroft to enjoy a delicious potluck lunch. Burgers and hot dogs will be provided.Enjoy music, games, and plenty of time to reconnect, meet new friends, and celebrate our vibrant St. John’s community.

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Introducing our new rector

Dear Friends in Christ:

We’re thrilled to announce the 2024-2025 Vestry’s call to The Rev. Dr. Elaine Ellis Thomas to serve as the next rector of St. John’s, Essex, effective July 1, 2025.

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Rummage Sale

Saturday, October 4 | 9:00 a.m. -4:00 p.m.
(2:00-4:00 p.m. half price)

Visit us for St. John’s 82nd Annual Rummage Sale (one day only)! There will be household and decorative items, antiques, collectibles, jewelry, clothing – designer and vintage, collectible artwork, sporting goods, tools, small appliances, and bicycles.