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.

Join us Sundays — 8:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite I  ·  10:15 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite II (livestreamed on YouTube)

All Saints’ Sunday

November 1, 2026 · Watch the services anytime

“Sometimes we hear things opposite of that about Halloween, the devil’s holiday. It is actually the day we laugh at death, knowing that nothing can take away our life.”
Father Rick Swanson, from Sunday’s sermon

If you missed All Saints’ Sunday, or would like to worship with us again, both services are here to watch anytime. At the 10:15 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Father Rick reflects on the three days of All Hallows, from Halloween through All Saints and All Souls, and we give thanks for the saints who have gone before us. That evening, All Saints Choral Evensong offered a quiet, prayerful close to the day.

Upcoming Events

Giving thanks for the saints and preparing for the holidays at Saint John’s: worship, community, and outreach.

Mid-Week Services

✚ Tuesday, 6:15 p.m.
Holy Eucharist at the High Altar (enter at the Prospect Street tower door).

✚ Tuesday, 7:00 p.m.
Bible Study with Fr. Rick, online only via Zoom.

✚ Thursday, 11:30 a.m.
Holy Eucharist in St. Mary’s Chapel (enter at the elevator door).

At Saint John’s

✚ Stewardship Campaign 2027
Thank you to everyone who has taken part in this year’s pledge campaign. If you have not yet submitted a pledge card, or have questions about pledging, please contact Bill Abeles Jr. at SeniorWarden@stjohnshagerstown.org. Testimonials are posted on our website.

✚ All Commission Gathering, Saturday, November 7, 9:00 to 11:30 a.m.
All commission members are invited, including new members, in Trimble Hall. Coffee, juice, and snacks provided.

✚ Blessing of the Callas Garden, Sunday, November 8, 9:15 a.m.
Please join the Garden Committee and Fr. Rick to bless and re-dedicate the indoor Callas Garden. We extend our gratitude to the Callas family for their generosity.

✚ Potluck Lunch, Sunday, November 8
Bring a covered dish and join us for lunch after the 10:15 service. Fried chicken will be provided. Please sign up to help us plan.

✚ St. Nicholas Day Lunch and Christmas Sweets Raffle, Sunday, December 6
The Parish Life Commission hosts a festive lunch of homemade soup and sandwiches after the 10:15 a.m. service (suggested donation). Raffle tickets will be sold in Trimble Hall from November 8 through December 6, when the winning tickets are drawn. All proceeds benefit a ministry helping young women, just as St. Nicholas did centuries ago. Sweet treats are needed for the raffle: please contact Betty Markle by November 5 at 240-457-2370 or PL-Chair@stjohnshagerstown.org.

✚ Music at Saint John’s
Christmas Festival of Lessons and Carols, Sunday, January 3, 2027, at 5:00 p.m. Evensong in celebration of the retirement of the Rev. Dr. D. Stuart Dunnan, Tuesday, February 2, 2027, with the Rt. Rev. Carrie Schofield-Broadbent, Bishop of Maryland, officiating.

✚ New Parish Email Addresses
Fr. Rick, Rector: Rector@stjohnshagerstown.org. William Abeles Jr., Senior Warden: SeniorWarden@stjohnshagerstown.org. Carol Cox, Junior Warden: JuniorWarden@stjohnshagerstown.org. Blake Rath, Parish Treasurer: Treasurer@stjohnshagerstown.org. Kippar Thang, Parish Administrator: Parishadmin@stjohnshagerstown.org.

Community & Outreach

✚ Thanksgiving Dessert Sale
$20: apple, pumpkin, or sweet potato pie. $25: apple-cranberry-walnut, fruits of the forest, or cherry. $30: mincemeat. $40: lemony cheesecake or apple crumble cheesecake. Last day to order is November 8. Call or text Bruce Massey at 240-675-4498. Thank you for your support.

✚ Saint John’s Family Shelter Holiday Gifts
The shelter is collecting donations to provide families with gift cards, homemade cookies, fruit, and candy. Please make checks payable to St. John’s Family Shelter, with “Holiday Gift” in the memo line, and mail them to St. John’s Shelter, P.O. Box 1833, Hagerstown, MD 21742 by December 14, 2026.

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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