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About
Us
We are part
of the worldwide, rapidly growing Anglican Communion. We welcome
everyone, no matter what your background. Come and find the joy
of faith with us. All who are drawn to Christ are welcomed to our
holy communion. We are part of the Diocese of West Virginia, led
by Bishop W. Michie Klusmeyer. Mother Georgia DuBose is our priest.
Margie Yoe is our Senior Warden (chief elected officer) and we have
an elected vestry of church leaders.
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will probably never be a huge church, but we are definitely
a church on the move! We are always looking for new people with
new ideas to witness the love and service of Jesus Christ. For
visitors, come and worship with us and tell us about yourselves.
If you do not have a church family, we hope you will consider
becoming a part of ours.
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St. John's is
an inclusive & family church
We welcome all people of all backgrounds, ages, singles, couples,
and children. There are no exceptions to our welcome. We include
both adults and children in every aspect of our life together.
Lay people plan our activities, teach our children, play and
sing our music, and visit and support each other in times
of joy, of need, and of sorrow. We believe in the baptismal
ministry of all believers.
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About our members
Participation by parish members is very important to our
worship. Ushers (lay greeters) greet parishioners, hand out
programs, collect alms, and record the number in attendance.
Lectors read the Lessons, Psalm, and Prayers of the People.
Chalice Bearers assist in the Eucharist Celebration.
Our youth serve
as acolytes (altar service) and have many programs to help
people in need.
Our church is particularly
active in the Community Ministries organization of this county,
which feeds and clothes and houses those who are not as fortunate
as ourselves.
We participate
in many community activities such as marching in the Martin
Luther King Jr. parade, eating pancakes at our annual supper,
conducting a ministry to help hikers on the Appalachian Trail,
selling jewelry to help the AIDS orphans in Africa, and actively
helping Haiti victims.
We also have study
and education programs for all ages. Whoever
you are or wherever you might be in your journey we welcome
you to explore the spiritual life at St. John's, everyone
is welcome!
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Our
History is Rich
The great stone ruins you see looming over the town are what
is left of the original church. It was built in 1852, suffered
terribly during the civil war, and was finally abandoned in
1895. The church you see was built in 1899 and has been the
church home of many generations and a nest home for many visitors.
Click here to read more on
St. John's History. |
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