Wednesday Bible Study

Every Wednesday at 12:00pm via Zoom


All are invited to join the mid-week bible study where we look at the readings for the coming Sunday’s worship, following the style of Lectio Divina. Together, we wonder, wish and notice how these ancient words still speak to us.  Some days we even look for what might be “shimmering” for us!


Some of the current bible study participants say:

  • Our discussions help me connect ancient writings with my own lived experience.
  • I am always grateful for what I learn from everyone’s various experiences and feedback.
  • I like that everyone is welcome to this Bible Study.
  • This group is so meaningful to me.
  • Getting to know folks better through our “check-in” time.
  • It’s a mid-week refocusing on God’s word and living God’s love in the world.

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Passcode: 640001

Stories of Abundant Community 

Sundays in November at 10:15am in Oehler Hall


Throughout November, the adult education class will center around stories of abundant community – welcoming a few St. John’s congregants to share a story of God’s abundance and abundant community in their lives. After listening to stories, folks will be invited to share their own in small groups!

Trans Day of Remembrance Candelight Vigil

Saturday, November 22 at 6:30pm at Trinity Cathedral


The Transgender Day of Remembrance memorializes those lives lost due to actual or perceived gender identity and expression. The first memorial was a candlelight vigil in Boston in November 1999 to honor Rita Hester, murdered in 1998. Since then, annual memorials on this day have been observed around the world. This vigil will be dedicated to the memories of Carina Holleran, Carol Byers and Ruby Molina among many others who have fallen to ignorance and intolerance. This vigil is hosted in partnership with PFLAG Sacramento, TransFamilies, and the Sacramento Gay Men’s Chorus.

Grapeful Jelly for Sale

Sundays in November-December at 10:15am in the Courtyard


Grapeful Jelly is for sale! Sales will happen Sundays at 10:15am in the Courtyard from tomorrow through December 21st, $5 a jar. Proceeds from jelly sales will directly benefit the St. John's Snack Stop!


Not a jelly person? This year, there's an opportunity to purchase jelly for an individual in need. Purchase a jar of jelly and we'll pass it along to our partners at the Central Downtown Food Basket who give food to people in need throughout Sacramento. 

Volunteer with the Community Thanksgiving Meal

Wednesday, November 26 all day at St. John's


This year, St. John's will host the 28th annual Community Thanksgiving Meal! Brought to life with the help of 50+ volunteers and hundreds of food donations, this meal serves over 500 meals to community members in need. There are numerous food donations needed and volunteer slots for the entire family! 


Sign-up to volunteer or donate food here!

Advent Festival

Sunday, November 30 at 10:15am in The Gathering Place


Advent is just around the corner - to welcome in the season, we're hosting our annual Advent Festival! Come make your seasonal Yule Log, shop the Christmas market, make seasonal crafts, and welcome the Advent season!

What is Blue Christmas? Adult Education Class

Sunday, December 7 at 10:15am in Oehler Hall


All are invited to an Adult Education Class centered around Blue Christmas - a Sunday in part be focused on grief and loss, with parts that are contemplative for those who are carrying pain or loss during this season of celebration. This class will be led by Parish Nurse Suzi Taylor.

Young Adult Mug Swap

Thursday, December 11 at 6:00pm at a Private Residence


The St. John's 20s and 30s Young Adults are gathering for their 2nd Annual Christmas Mug Swap! Whether it's from your own collection, you found it thrifting and thought "that's the one", or it's the morning of December 11th and it's borrowed from a cabinet at work, make sure to bring a wrapped mug to swap with the group if you'd like to play in the game. We've got hot chocolate covered, but there's always room for Christmas cookies or other seasonal treats if you'd like to bring something to share! 


Email jeremykaetzel[at]gmail.com for the address.

Santa Lucia Service + Festival

Sunday, December 14 at 4:00pm at St. John's


The annual and beloved Santa Lucia Worship Service and Festival is just around the corner! Following a breath-taking service featuring this year's High School Santa Lucia and her court, all are invited to walk to The Gathering Place for the Festival - complete with dancing, Scandinavian cookies, and joy-filled festivities!

Santa Lucia Cookies Needed

For Sunday, December 14


The beloved Santa Lucia Service & Festival will be held on Sunday, December 14th from 4:00-6:00pm, and we’ll need dozens of cookies for the festival! As we dance around the Christmas tree and sign joyful Christmas tunes, guests will enjoy an array of homemade cookies. We’re looking to collect 60+ dozen cookies for the festival, are you able to help bake?


Sign-up to donate cookies to the Festival here!

Christmas Sing-Along

Sunday, December 21 at 10:15am in Oehler Hall


Come get in the Christmas spirit with a Christmas Sing-Along! Led by Eliseo Paniague, come enjoy a cup of hot cocoa and sing your favorite Christmas tunes. 

Christmas Caroling

Sunday, December 21 at 1:00pm at Eskaton Land Park


Help bring Christmas joy to our neighbors at the Eskaton Land Park Retirement Community with Christmas Caroling! All musical abilities welcome, no prior singing experience needed. Come dressed in your festive attire and join the merriment!