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8:00 AM | The Holy Eucharist, Rite I, Chapel
10:30 AM | The Holy Eucharist, Rite II
Nursery care is available during the 10:30 AM service

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.

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. 

Upcoming Events

ShowerUp Decatur

First Mondays | Hands Across Decatur I

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!

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.

Sunday School

Sunday mornings | 9:30-10:15 am
All are invited to find a Sunday school that’s right for them.

8 weeks-3 years | NURSERY Nursery care is available during Sunday School and through 10:30 am service. The nursery’s experienced and trained staff care for our youngest members by creating a foundation of faith, love, and community, allowing their parents to fully participate in worship and study. Located downstairs using the Jackson Street stairs.

RE-K-3rd GRADE | GODLY PLAY Godly Play is a Montessori-based method for nurturing children’s spirituality through storytelling, wonder, and play. Using hands-on materials, children engage with sacred stories, parables, and liturgical lessons, inviting curiosity and deepening their relationship with God.

4TH-12TH GRADE | THE GEN Z PROJECT Exploring Gen Z’s reality through their experiences, concerns, and questions using the Anglican Triad: Scripture, Tradition, and Reason. Meets downstairs in the Youth Room

ADULTS | LAY-LED CLASS This thoughtful and engaging group gathers in the Library to delve into Scripture and theology through a rich and diverse view. Using academic study, art, poetry, literature, and even children’s stories, this group explores faith in a way that is intellectually stimulating and spiritually enriching. Meets in the Library.

ADULTS | CLERGY-LED CLASS Join the clergy for a time of learning, reflection, and meaningful conversation by taking a deep dive into the week’s Lectionary readings to extract meaning and relevance for our lives. Whether you are seeking to deepen your understanding, ask challenging questions, or connect with others, this conversation is open to all. Meets in the Parish Hall.

Beans and Rice Distribution
Next Distribution Day is August 2723

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.

Caregiver Support Group

This month’s meeting is on July 9th

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.

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.