St. John's Episcopal Church

SPUDS’ Fall Gathering
2025-09-25 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | The Bielby Home
Who’s ready for some fall fellowship? It’s time for the SPUDS’ Fall Gathering! This acronym stands for “St. John’s Parishioners United for Dining and Spirit!” In other words, everyone is invited to join us at this month’s event, held at the home of Peggy & Lo Bielby, 745 Middlewood Drive, Tallahassee, FL 32312.
SPUDS meets quarterly, typically the second Thursday of March, June, September, and December for fun and fellowship.
No RSVP necessary! Please bring a bottle of wine or other beverage to share.
Email Peggy Bielby (peggybielby@aol.com) if you have any questions.

Altar Guild
2025-09-27 09:00 - 10:30 | Church

Altar Guild
2025-09-27 09:00 - 10:30 | Church
The Altar Guild prepares the altar for Sunday services.

Holy Eucharist
2025-09-28 07:45 - 08:45 | Church
This traditional Rite I Service of Holy Eucharist meets in the main sanctuary in person.

Holy Eucharist Rite I
2025-09-28 08:00 - 09:00 | Church

Heroes of the Faith: Adult Sunday School (Fall)
2025-09-28 09:00 - 09:45 | Killeen Hall
Each week, this class highlights one “hero” of the Christian faith or the Episcopal Church. Examples include Thomas Cranmer, Martin Luther, John Calvin, Julian of Norwich, Augustine of Hippo, Dietrich Bonhoeffer, Absalom Jones, Father Meninger, and Desmond Tutu. We will explore their biographies, their major theological or historical contributions, and select writings that continue to shape our faith today.

Weekly Sermon Discussion
2025-09-28 09:00 - 09:45 | Rutledge Room, FL
Have you ever walked out of church wishing to dig even deeper into the scriptures and sermon of the day? Join us on Sundays after each service to further unpack the wisdom and insights revealed during the church service. Join us after our 8 AM service for some coffee and conversation about the morning’s sermon and lessons. All are welcome!
Led by Betty Lou Joanos and Frances Hart.

Holy Eucharist Rite II
2025-09-28 10:00 - 11:15 | Church
This traditional Rite II Service of Holy Eucharist meets in the main sanctuary in person. This service includes choir, organ, and Children’s Chapel.
It will also be livestreamed.
Visit our ONLINE WORSHIP page.

Pastoral Care
2025-09-28 11:30 - 12:00 | North Transcept in Church

Children’s Sunday School
2025-09-28 11:30 - 12:15 | Sunday School Classrooms, FL
Children in PreK-5th grades are invited to join us from 11:30 AM–12:30 PM for weekly Christian formation. This year, 4 classes (PK/K, 1st, 2nd/3rd grades, and 4th/5th grades) will meet weekly through April 27. Activities take place upstairs in the Sunday School wing.
Here’s what we’ll be learning!
PK/K: Godly Play– This nurturing approach honors the unique competencies and capacities of early childhood. Students’ innate spirituality will be engaged, and their growing use of religious language will be nourished as they make meaning from Biblical stories through a creative process of self-discovery.
1st: Festal Eucharist– Students will participate in a special curriculum created right here at St. John’s to prepare our first-grade children for worship in the Episcopal tradition. They will focus on Worship, Holy Baptism, Christian Giving and The Holy Eucharist culminating with the Festal Eucharist in May.
2nd/3rd & 4th/5th: StoryMakers- Upper elementary students will become StoryMakers and use their imaginations to enter God’s story. They will engage with Biblical stories through creative visual arts, interactive storytelling, field notes, fun facts, thoughts to ponder, and hands-on activities. They will experience stories of The Promised Land, Isaiah, Advent, Lent, and Easter.
We also provide a full staff on Sunday mornings in our nursery for children five years and younger. We would love to have your child join us on Sunday mornings! Any questions, please contact Tyree Jordan.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER YOUR CHILD

Middle-School Sunday School
2025-09-28 11:30 - 12:15 | Sunday School Classrooms, FL
Middle-schoolers (6-8 grade) are invited to join us from 11:30 AM–12:30 PM for weekly Christian formation in the Sunday School wing.
Middle school students will become StoryMakers to express their questions, discoveries, and creativity as they explore the deep theological truths and faith in God. They will walk through the Signs of Grace—baptism and Communion—which contain the tangible means they can hang on to when all seems lost, and the Lord’s Prayer, which assures us we have been given the title of heirs—adopted into God’s kingdom and claimed as his own.
Any questions, please contact Tyree Jordan.

Youth Sunday School
2025-09-28 11:30 - 12:15 | Youth Room (Downstairs)
High schoolers are invited to join us in the Youth Room, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM on Sundays.
High school Sunday programing this year revolves around loving God with our whole heart, soul, mind, and strength. Students will rotate through four themes each month with the Wellness Compass, the Prayer Book, Global Philanthropy Leaders (and other special topics), and a movement-based class. Students will also have the option to use the time for personal reflection or preparation on any or all Sundays.
We hope you join us for this Sacred Space on Sundays.
Any questions, please contact Tyree Jordan.

Being Disciples: Adult Sunday School
2025-09-28 11:30 - 12:15 | Rutledge Room, FL
Based on a book by Rowan Williams—one of the greatest living theologians—this class provides foundational teaching on Christian discipleship. With a gentle, inviting, and pastoral style, Williams offers biblically grounded wisdom for Christians at every stage of the journey. Over the course of the study, we will explore themes such as Faith, Hope, and Love; Forgiveness; Holiness; Faith in Society; and Life in the Spirit.
Click here to purchase a copy of Being Disciples by Archbishop Rowan Williams via the St. John’s Cathedral Bookstore & Gift Shop, Jacksonville.

Learning to Speak God From Scratch: Adult Sunday School
2025-09-28 11:30 - 12:15 | Killeen Hall
Many of us struggle to talk about faith. In this class, we will explore words like “grace,” “gospel,” “sin,” and “being lost,” while learning their biblical roots. The study is based on Learning to Speak God from Scratch by Jonathan Merritt, one of America’s premier religion writers. Through cultural commentary, vulnerable personal stories, and surprising biblical insights, Merritt breathes new life into ancient expressions. This provocative and liberating class will help you find fresh language for your spiritual life and conversations.
Click here to purchase a copy of Learning to Speak God from Scratch by Jonathan Merritt via the St. John’s Cathedral Bookstore & Gift Shop, Jacksonville.
NOTE: This class is also available to join via Zoom. If you cannot join us in person, click the meeting link below and join us. You’ll be muted upon entry, so enter any questions or comments into the chat!
Click the link below to join the Zoom Meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81897508324?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 818 9750 8324
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Sermon & Lectionary Discussion Group: Adult Sunday School
2025-09-28 11:30 - 12:15 | Carter Chapel, FL
Back by popular demand, this discussion-based class offers the chance to reflect more deeply on the sermon or lectionary readings of the day. Join us as we unpack the insights revealed in worship and grow in faith and fellowship with one another.

Club 45: Calling all 4th & 5th graders!
2025-09-28 16:00 - 17:00 | Eve’s Garden
Club 45 is a monthly gathering for 4th and 5th graders. We meet on the 4th or 5th Sunday of the month to learn about God’s love for us and our neighbors! The theme varies monthly.
We’ll kick off with our first event on September 28 with a Red Carpet Welcome Party! Grab your friends and let’s get the school year started with some fun.
Check out the full 2025-26 Schedule below:

September 28: Red Carpet Welcome Party
October 26: Trunk ‘r Treat & Organ Spooktacular
November 23: Friendsgiving
January 25: Civil Rights Heritage Walk
February 22: Celebrating Carnival
March 29: Easter Eggs & Stations of the Cross
April 26: Celebrating Spring

Compline Rehearsal
2025-09-28 18:30 - 19:20 | Choir Room

Sung Compline
2025-09-28 19:30 - 20:15 | Church
Compline is an ancient monastic service offered to God before bedtime, sung by members of St. John’s Episcopal Church each Sunday night during the academic term. Candles offer the only illumination during this time of spiritual reflection and renewal. Whether you’re a member or a visitor, St. John’s invites you to enjoy this unique contemplative opportunity featuring chanting, Scripture, meditative prayer, and sublime music.
This service is held weekly in the church. The Compline calendar runs through April 26, 2026.
NOTE: Please enter through our Welcome Plaza on Call St. and come up the ramp to enter the church using the east door. The Calhoun St. door will be locked, as will the north and south tower doors.

Mattimore Small Group
2025-09-29 13:00 - 14:00 | Rutledge

Community Chorus Rehearsal
2025-09-29 18:00 - 21:00 | Alfriend Hall

Centering Prayer
2025-09-29 19:00 - 20:30 | Zoom – link in description
Centering Prayer is a movement beyond words or silent communion with God. Our Centering Prayer group meets weekly to study scripture, discuss writings by contemplative authors, and listen to God through Centering Prayer. All are welcome!
This event is Zoom Only! Join us using the link below on Monday evenings:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/455609224?pwd=[REDACTED]
Password: [REDACTED]
Click to join the meeting or call-in by phone: (301) 715–8592
Meeting ID: 455 609 224

Our weekly classes are presented by The Front Porch: a Spiritual Life Center. The Front Porch welcomes people along all paths who seek to deepen their spiritual lives. We offer contemplative practices, events, and classes rooted in Christian spirituality.

Women’s Bible Study
2025-09-30 11:30 - 12:30 | Killeen Hall
This fall, St. John’s will offer a new weekly Bible study for women on Tuesdays from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in Killeen Hall. Facilitated by Jane Menton, the group will explore A Beautiful Year in the Bible, a theologically grounded and visually engaging resource from the Alabaster Company. Designed to be accessible and thought-provoking, this study invites women of all ages and backgrounds to reflect on themes such as New Beginnings, Heeding God’s Call, Relationships, Forgiveness, Generosity, and Hope.

The format is flexible, with content designed for 52 weeks but easily spread across two years if the group desires. Books are available for purchase on Amazon. Our first session will be Tuesday, September 16. All are welcome.

Bible Study
2025-09-30 12:30 - 13:30 | Press Room

EfM Tuesday afternoon class (Education for Ministry)
2025-09-30 12:30 - 15:00 | Rutledge

Meza-Stewart PDC Meeting
2025-09-30 17:00 - 19:00 | Killeen Hall

Stephen Ministry Training
2025-09-30 17:30 - 19:30 | Conference Room (Mtr. Leslie’s Former Office)

2025 Cuba Mission Fundraiser
2025-09-30 17:30 - 19:30 | Cafe de Martin
St. John’s will again send a mission team to visit our companion church, Iglesia Episcopal San Pedro Apostol, in Zorrilla, Cuba, Nov. 13-18. They will worship and share fellowship with the parish and community and deliver much-needed donations from St. John’s. Missionaries are: Francine Walker and Chris Schoonover, co-leaders; Fr. Lonnie Lacy, Alison Dillehay, Joe Dillehay, Paula Kiger, Jan Porter, and JR Saginario. Each will take donated supplies for San Pedro Apostol, including over-the-counter medicines and vitamins for children and adults, altar supplies, and women’s items, and other support for the church.

Join us in Café de Martin’s Patio Garden (2743 Capital Circle NE, Tallahassee 32308) to help us raise funds for the upcoming 2025 mission to Cuba! We’ll have live music, appetizers, plus a cash bar with a fun themed drink special. It’s $25 per person and all funds raised via donations will support our companion church, San Pedro Apostol in Zorrilla, Cuba, including costs of mission trips and to provide humanitarian aid as needed. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.
If you are unable to attend the event, but would like to donate, simply click here, and then select Cuba Mission in the dropdown menu.
You can also assist the November team by collecting the medicines, vitamins, and other needed health-related items. Purchase them any time before Nov. 1 and drop-off to the Cuba Mission bin in the St. John’s office, or order for delivery to the church via Amazon: Click here for the list. As you scroll down to the bottom of each page, be sure to click on See More Items. Prices for most of the donated items range from $2-25.
Here is the full list of items needed:
ST. JOHN’S CUBA MISSION NON-Rx MEDS COLLECTION – Please add these items to your shopping list! Drop off in the church office. Gracias!
Children:TylenolAntihistaminesMultivitaminsCough Syrup
Adults:Multivitamins: B, B6, B12, C, EProbioticsAspirin, Acetaminophen, IbuprofenCough Drops, Throat LozengesAntacids, Anti-Diarrhea, Anti-NauseaZinc, Hydrocortisone & Triple Antibiotic CreamsAntihistamines, Vicks VapoRub, Calamine LotionBengay, Bandages, First Aid Supplies
For more information, contact Francine Walker 850-321-7846 or francine.walker9@gmail.com

Healing Service
2025-10-01 12:10 - 13:00 | Carter Chapel, FL
On Wednesdays, we offer a Service of Holy Eucharist and Healing.
This 30-minute service is perfect for those who can’t attend on Sundays or anyone seeking spiritual nourishment midweek. Our brief service time allows for prayer, reflection and partaking in the Eucharist before continuing our day’s work.
This Wednesday service incorporates a special time for healing prayer.

Men’s Bible Study
2025-10-02 07:00 - 08:00 | Killeen Hall
Our Men’s Bible Study gatherings are held every Thursday at 7 AM. Join us for a relaxed, insightful Bible study with early morning fellowship! Whether you’re new or well-versed in the scriptures, all are welcome. Dive into our weekly discussion at your own pace. Participate weekly, as your schedule dictates, without missing a beat.
Readings are emailed in advance of class, along with links to commentary. To join our email list, contact Jonathan Jackson. See you there!
This is a HYBRID meeting. Join us in person in Killeen Hall or by Zoom:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87429760245?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 874 2976 0245
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Contemplative Study
2025-10-02 11:30 - 13:00 | Rutledge
On the first and third Thursdays of each month, join the Front Porch for an in-person offering to help you deepen your spirituality through contemplative practice.
We will begin with a 10 minute Centering Prayer sit & then move on to Lectio Divina using Richard Rohr’s book, “Just This.” Attendees can get started on any week.Participants will be invited to stay for casual conversation and discussion over lunch (brown bag or pre-order from the Lively Cafe).

This event is presented by The Front Porch: a Spiritual Life Center. The Front Porch welcomes people along all paths who seek to deepen their spiritual lives. We offer contemplative practices, events, and classes rooted in Christian spirituality.
