by Amy Simons | Dec 7, 2023 | devotions, episcopal identity
There is a Christmas carol not that well known here in the States, maybe better known in Great Britain, that says quite simply, “Love came down at Christmas. Love all lovely. Love divine. Love was born at Christmas. Star and angel gave the sign. Love came down...
by Amy Simons | Jan 4, 2022 | Christian Formation, devotions, events
We will meet online weekly on Thursdays for 9 sessions to dive into the two-part work of Luke and Acts to gain new perspectives on the life of Jesus and the early Church. Meeting dates, times, links, and session details can be found on the calendar. Session 1 (of...
by Amy Simons | Jan 3, 2021 | Christian Formation, devotions, events
Reflections Bible Study By BibleProject.com Led by Amy Simons, Director of Christian Education. During each session, we’ll watch a short video, read scripture, and dig into how relevant issues are addressed through our faith. Topics include subjects such as: Why Read...
by Amy Simons | Mar 20, 2020 | Christian Formation, devotions, Uncategorized, worship, youth and family
During the season of Lent we’re reminded of our sin, mortality and our desperate need for a savior. This is even more true with our recent social distancing. We have a savior. But our salvation came at a precious price. Holy Week is an intense time in our church...
by Amy Simons | Feb 12, 2020 | Christian Formation, devotions, events
Each Wednesday in Lent you are invited to a simple soup supper (6:00PM) and to walk the Stations of the Cross (7:00PM) with us. What is the Way of the Cross? A devotion to the Passion of Christ which recalls a series of events at the end of Jesus’ life from his...
by The Rev. Curt Norman | Nov 26, 2019 | devotions
One of the benefits of being part of a faith community like St. John’s Old Town is that we are honest about what it means to celebrate the holidays together. Yes, there are so many things at this time of year which (are supposed to?) put smiles on our faces. But, in...
