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8:00 AM | The Holy Eucharist, Rite I, Chapel
9:15 AM | Choir Rehearsal
9:15 AM | Nursery open through the 10:30 AM service
9:30 AM | Sunday School for All Ages
10:30 AM | The Holy Eucharist, Rite II
Lemonade and Cookies on the Patio Following Service

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Welcome to St. John’s

Located in the heart of Decatur, Alabama, we are an Episcopal congregation made up of about 225 families with a sense of mission and vitality. Grounded in our Baptismal Covenant, we take seriously our call to love God, love our neighbors, and love ourselves.

We invite you to learn more about our leadership, beliefs, history, and parish life below. Most importantly, however, we want you to know that regardless of your church tradition and wherever you are on your journey of faith, you are welcome here.

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New to St. John’s?

Visitors are always welcome through the bright red doors of St. John’s Episcopal Church! If you are new to our church (or the Episcopal Church), click the button below to learn more about what to expect during your first time worshiping with us. 

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Upcoming Events

Blessing of the Animals

Sunday, October 4 | 5:00 pm | St. John’s Back Lawn
Come celebrate and honor your animal companions and give thanks for their presence. The blessing recognizes our deep connection with animals and the important role they play in our lives. All animal friends are welcome; please bring them on a leash or in a carrier.

Simply Divine Holiday Bake Sale Planning Meetings

Sunday, October 4 & 11
After the 10:30 am service
In the library

Stop by at either meeting to learn more about the Bake Sale and all of the ways you can support this annual fundraiser for a local outreach organization.

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Parish Picnic

Sunday, October 18 | 3:00-5:30 pm
At Edgehill, Larkin Martin & John Thornton’s River House

Bring a dish to share and a lawn chair and enjoy the good food, fine friends, and the great outdoors at the annual Parish Picnic. Holy Smokers will be doing a fish fry!

Theology on Tap

Thursday Evenings | 5:30 pm
The Brick Deli, 112 Moulton Street
AAll are welcome to our informal, weekly gatherings for food and conversation. Look for us at the Brick at our reserved table.

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Sunday School

Sunday mornings | 9:30-10:15 AM
All are invited to find the class that’s right for them!

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Rector’s Bible Study

Wednesdays |10:00 AM
In the Library
All are invited to join Father Chase on Wednesday mornings for our weekly study, going book by book through the Bible. Our current study is on Revelation.

Mid-Week Eucharist with Prayers for Healing and Annointing

Wednesday | 12:10 PM | St. Mary’s Chapel

This service is held in St. Mary’s Chapel and includes readings, prayers, a homily, litany for healing and the Holy Eucharist. Parishioners and non-parishioners alike attend this lovely and intimate service. The Healing Eucharist is not long; we usually leave by 12:45 p.m. Please know all are invited to reflect, pray, and participate in the Eucharist in our beautiful chapel.

Caregiver Support Group

First Thursday of the Month | 1:00-2:00 PM | St. John’s Library
A monthly gathering offering a safe, compassionate space for caregivers to share experiences, find encouragement, and receive support as they care for those they love.

Beans and Rice Distribution
Next Distribution Day is August 27

9:30-11:00 am
Fourth Thursday of the Month
202 Gordon Drive SE

The St. John’s Beans and Rice Ministry distributes bags of dried beans, rice, additional food items, and laundry detergent pods on the fourth Thursday of the month from 9:30 to 11:00 am. Look for volunteers under the covered entrance on the Gordon Street side of the church.

ShowerUp Decatur

First Mondays | Hands Across Decatur I 9:30-11:30 AM

Every month, we help SHOWERUP in their work to provide showers, care, and love to our community.

If you have volunteered, check the sign-up for your dates. If you haven’t volunteered (yet), call St. John’s.  Otherwise, join us on the big day to connect with our neighbors!