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.

The Sixth Sunday of Easter

May 10, 2026

The word “orphaned” is not one we expect in the middle of Easter. But Jesus uses it deliberately—speaking to disciples who are beginning to understand that he is going away, and who are frightened by what that means. “I will not leave you orphaned,” he says. “I am coming to you.”

The promise is of the Advocate—the Spirit of truth—who will abide not just among them but in them. This is not a consolation prize for the absence of Jesus. It is a different kind of presence, one the world cannot see or receive, but one that the community of faith comes to know from the inside out.

On this Sixth Sunday of Easter, as we draw near to the great feast of Pentecost, the Church is being prepared to receive exactly this gift. We are not left alone. We are not orphaned. The same Spirit that raised Christ from the dead is the Spirit that holds this congregation together, animates our worship, and sends us into the world in love.

Welcome the stranger. Welcome one another. Welcome Jesus.

Upcoming Events

Easter season at Saint John’s — worship, community, and outreach.

Mid-Week Services

✚ Holy Eucharist — Tuesday Evenings
Join us Tuesdays at 6:15 p.m. for Holy Eucharist at the High Altar. Note: New time.

✚ Evening Prayer — Wednesdays
Evening Prayer in the Choir Stalls, Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m.

✚ Holy Eucharist — Thursday Mornings
Holy Eucharist in St. Mary’s Chapel, Thursdays at 11:30 a.m.

At Saint John’s

✚ Moral & Ethical Dilemmas with Fr. Stuart Dunnan
Fr. Stuart Dunnan, Headmaster of St. James School, returns for a thoughtful discussion on finding our moral compass in challenging times. Monday, May 11, 7:00 p.m. in St. Mary’s Chapel. Coffee and cookies provided. All are welcome!

✚ Tuesday Night Bible Study with Deacon Sue
Tuesdays, 7:00–8:00 p.m., online or in St. Mary’s Chapel. Meeting ID: 827 3456 7853 · Passcode: 175639

✚ Children’s Church & Nursery
Children’s Church is offered on the 2nd and 4th Sundays through the end of June; summer break in July and August; resumes September. Nursery care available every week at the 10:15 a.m. service.

✚ Heavenly Pie — May 17
Join the Stewardship & Finance Commission and Vestry on May 17 following the 10:15 service for Heavenly Pie! This event launches the 2027 Saint John’s Pledge Campaign.

✚ The Feast of Pentecost — May 24
Solemn High Eucharist at the 10:15 a.m. service with Choral Mass setting by Everett Titcomb. Please wear your best red! Coffee hour: strawberry shortcake, sponsored by Parish Life.

✚ Music Series Concert — June 6
Baritone James Baker performs in our Music Series Concert at 3:00 p.m., followed by a reception. Save the date!

✚ Annual Parish Picnic — June 14
Outdoor worship at 10:15 a.m. at the Leitersburg Ruritan Picnic Pavilion, Leitersburg, MD, followed by the picnic. More details to come!

Community & Outreach

✚ Porchfest on South Prospect Street — May 16
A celebration of music, architecture, and local history, Saturday, May 16, 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Tours of our historic church; Dayton Tweety plays guitar on the St. John’s House porch 11 a.m.–1 p.m. Greeters needed — email Mark King at mbking1632@gmail.com.

✚ Micah’s Backpack Donations Needed
Our Micah’s Backpack program provides weekend meals to 20 children at Bester Elementary. As the school year ends, we are short on lunches and dinners. Please donate shelf-stable, single-serving items (e.g., boxed mac and cheese, canned soup). Donations go in the box at the rear of the church.

✚ Bishop’s Annual Appeal
With your help, the Diocese raised over $250,000 in 2025 to support eleven areas of ministry. Bishop Carrie invites continued giving to the Bishop’s Appeal. Visit episcopalmaryland.org/bishops-annual-appeal to learn more.

Tour Our Church

Tap on the image to walk through our beautiful, historic sanctuary.

Location:

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

Contact Us

Phone: (301) 733–2560

Website: stjohnshagerstown.org

Facebook: facebook.com/stjohnshagerstown

Instagram: @st.johnsepiscopal_hagerstown

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