101 S. Prospect St.
Hagerstown, MD
Phone: (301) 733-2560
Sunday Mornings
8:00 AM - Onsite Holy Eucharist, Rite I
10:15 AM - Onsite & Online, Rite II with Choir
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 Fourth Sunday after Pentecost
June 21, 2026
Jesus tells the disciples not to be afraid, and then, in almost the same breath, describes a world where families fracture and grudges follow faith. It is a strange kind of comfort. The reading does not promise an easy road; it promises something steadier: a God who counts every sparrow, who knows the number of hairs on our heads, who will not let us fall through the cracks of our own fear.
There is comfort in being known that completely, especially when discipleship costs something. Most of us will never face the dramatic ruptures Jesus describes, but we know smaller versions: the awkward conversation, the friendship that cools, the choice to stand for something when it would be easier to stay quiet. Jesus does not pretend these costs are small. He simply insists they are not the last word.
What is the last word, then? That we are valued beyond our fear, held by a God who sees us completely and loves us anyway. That is enough to walk back into the world this week with a little more courage.
Welcome the stranger. Welcome one another. Welcome Jesus.
Upcoming Events
Ordinary Time at Saint John’s — worship, community, and outreach.
Mid-Week Services
✚ Tuesday, 6:15 p.m.
Holy Eucharist, High Altar
✚ Thursday, 11:30 a.m.
Holy Eucharist, Saint Mary’s Chapel
At Saint John’s
✚ Thank You
A big thank you to the Parish Life Commission for making the picnic a wonderful success, and to Cathy Bushey, Peg Brown, and Bill Abeles Jr. for organizing our Night Out at Meritus Park.
✚ Summer Pickup Choir
Choir call is at 9:45 a.m. in the choir room to rehearse hymns and service music, then sing for the 10:15 a.m. liturgy. No robes, no processions, no weeknight rehearsals — just an easy way to try singing with us this summer. Children, youth, and adults are welcome.
✚ Children’s Church & Nursery Summer Break
Children’s Church and the nursery are taking a break for June, July, and August. Contact Carol Cox with questions.
✚ Tuesday Night Bible Study with Deacon Sue
Tuesdays, 7–8 p.m., online or in Saint Mary’s Chapel. Zoom Meeting ID: 827 3456 7853, Passcode: 175639.
Community & Outreach
✚ Mini Meals to Go
The Service and Outreach Commission is gearing up to provide five shelf-stable meals to 100 families in our community. Donations (cash or check, memo: Mini Meals) and volunteers are needed on August 7 (6–7:30 p.m.), August 8 (9 a.m. until finished), and August 14 (2 p.m., delivery to the Boys and Girls Club). Questions? Contact Kim Halsey at 610-360-0637.
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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