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.
Padre’s Ponderings, September 2025
What might it look like for St. John’s to host a faith-based story-sharing series? The world desperately needs to hear and know our faith stories, and we need to be able to share them.
Communications Update
After prayerful discernment, Austin Susman has stepped down as Chair of the Communications Committee. Bianca Prince, as Director of Communications and Parish Administrator, now leads parish communications.
From the Archives: The Baptismal Font
Travis shares some information about the baptismal font that you see every Sunday.
Adult Formation Co-chairs Announced
St. John’s announces two new co-chairs for Adult Formation!
ISO Co-Chair
Christa is looking for a co-chair! Are you interested in helping lead the Eucharistic Ministers & Lectors Ministry?
Faithful Future Series
This multi-faith series is designed to help you develop new tools and skills to organize and take action, joining in the work for bodily autonomy and reproductive freedom that is already happening in West Virginia.
Memories: The Ratrie Lift
Only one location in the parish house allowed an elevator to reach the basement and third floor, as well as floors in between…
Safety is Our Priority
You may have noticed the security cameras over each entrance to the church and overlooking the parking lot….
Experiencing Peterkin
Travis shares his experience at Peterkin, as well as a brief history of the land and camp.
Feeding My Spirit
Maggie writes about why she is proud to be a lifelong member of St. John’s.
What Comes Next: Ministry in a Messy World
Ft. Eric shares his thoughts on growth and ministry at St. John’s.
The Bishop is Coming!
Bishop Cowden is scheduled to visit St. John’s on Sunday, October 19, 2025.
A Visit with a Long-Time Parishioner…
A visit with long time parishioner, cherished choir and Altar Guild member on the occasion of her 97th birthday.
Almost There...
Diane gives us an update on all of the exciting renovations happening at St. John’s.
Ministry Fair 2025
Congregational Life will host the annual Ministry Fair on Sunday, September 7, 2025, in Hunter Hall, immediately following the Eucharist.
Intergenerational End-of-Summer Cookout
The Drennen’s will be hosting an end-of-summer cookout for St. John’s.
African American Heritage Night
St. John’s has been kindly invited to attend African American Heritage Night at GoMart Ballpark!