The Interchange
The Interchange features articles of interest submitted by parishioners along with messages from the priest and senior warden. It also includes critical information about what is happening in the parish, diocese and The Episcopal Church (TEC) generally. To submit content to be featured in The Interchange visit the Parish Communications page.
The Search for our next Rector is Underway: Discernment and Transition Committees Named
Thanks be to God for the Saints of John who nominated themselves for the Discernment and Transition Committees, willing to do the cooperative, timebound, compelling and prayerful work of calling our next rector.
Reading Camp Update
Preparations are well underway for Reading camp 2023. What, you may ask, can you do to assist us in this very worthwhile effort?
Fund administered by St. John’s grants $100,000 for Health Right construction
Trustees of the Edmund Caskie Harrison Fund have pledged a donation of $100,000 for a group therapy room that will be part of the new addition to WV Health Right’s building on Washington St. E. This marks the largest bequest the trustees have ever approved during the fund’s 104-year history and will be paid in increments over five years.
Mothers Day Brunch
S. John’s held a Mother's Day Brunch on May 14 after the 10:30 a.m. service.
Seeking Volunteers for Discernment and Transition Committees
Join the Discernment and Transition Committees as we search for our new Rector. Help shape the future of our parish and extend a warm welcome to the incoming spiritual leader. Learn more and submit your nomination form by May 17.
Seek. Love. Serve. : SAGA, the Straight and Gay Alliance
SAGA is gearing up for the Pride Parade and Festival on Saturday, June 3.
Seek. Love. Serve. : Property, Anyone?
As Chris+ reminds us, “If we want to attract clergy to our congregation, we must demonstrate that we are proud of our building and grounds.”
Message from Mary: Feeling a Loss
We have recently lost members of our parish community. These have been difficult losses, but each loss is difficult. As long as we’re in this realm, and until it’s our time to move on, we will continue to experience losses such as these.
Tending to Our Interfaith Commitments
Adult Forum participants were delighted to hear from the rabbi and spiritual leader of Temple Israel, Rabbi Joe Blair, on April 16th. He was invited to discuss antisemitic propaganda that has been – disturbingly - showing up around Charleston, our state, and the nation.
Concerts @ St. John's May Update
Concerts @ St. John's will present Charleston's favorite mezzo-soprano, Elisabeth Baer and multi-talented Pittsburgh pianist Robert Frankenberry in recital on Sunday May 7 at 4 p.m., 1105 Quarrier Street, Charleston.
Outreach Partners with Samaritan Inn
Outreach served dinner to the residents at Samaritan Inn on April 25.
Peterkin Re-Opening
No matter who you are, there is a way for you to participate in and support Peterkin this summer!
Holy Week & Easter at St. John’s
Holy Week at St. John’s was a spiritually uplifting experience. The week featured several services leading up to the Easter Sunday celebration.
Pastoral Care Shares Easter Spirit
The ladies of Pastoral Care spent Holy Saturday bringing Easter goody bags to parishioners who were unable to attend church in person.
Lenten Practices: Part II
In last month's Interchange we reported what some Saints of John told us about their intentions during Lent. We followed up with a few of them and found discovery and fresh understanding.
Acolyte Program
For those who have attended services at St. John’s throughout Lent, you likely have already noticed that the acolyte program has bolstered its ranks with some familiar faces.
Farewell My Friend: The Rev. Kent Higgins
My sisters and brothers, life is short, and we do not have much time to gladden the hearts of those with whom we travel. So be swift to love; make haste to be kind; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be upon you and those you love, this day and always. Amen.