by The Rev. Curt Norman | Sep 5, 2017 | community, devotions, episcopal identity, parish life, Uncategorized
Fr. Curt begins two new Bible studies soon. On Sunday, September 10 at 9:15am in the Guild Room, the group will begin to read through the four Gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John). On Tuesday, September 12 at 10:30am in the Guild Room, the group will begin to read...
by The Rev. Curt Norman | Aug 30, 2017 | devotions, episcopal identity, parish life
Twentieth-century theologian Karl Barth was quoted as saying: “Take your Bible and take your newspaper and read both. But interpret newspapers from your Bible.” In 2017, each of us might hold a Bible in one hand while scrolling through social media with the other. But...
by Amy Simons | Aug 28, 2017 | community, outreach, parish life
In the “Prayers of the People” every Sunday we pray for our Open Table Brother. What’s that all about? The Open Table is a ministry designed to help individuals make the transition from where they are to a more productive life. There are OpenTable (OT) groups in...
by Amy Simons | Jul 10, 2017 | choral scholars, episcopal identity, parish life
Pop Quiz: Who directs the oldest Anglican church music conference in the United States? You’re very own St. John’s Director of Music and Organist, Kevin Simons, that’s who! Sewanee TN, is not only the alma matter of our rector, Fr. Curt but also the...
by The Rev. Curt Norman | Jul 10, 2017 | parish life, Uncategorized
As I write this, I’ve been at St. John’s for a little more than six months. I get asked every now and again about likes and dislikes, life experiences, and whatnot. Since it is summer, I’ll share thoughts based on some of the questions I’ve received from you thus far....
by The Rev. Curt Norman | Jul 9, 2017 | devotions, episcopal identity, parish life
Daily Devotions for Individuals and Families (page 137) Morning Prayer (page 37 or 75) Noonday Prayer (page 103) Evening Prayer (page 61 or 115) Compline (page 127) Daily Office Lectionary (page 934) ...