Upcoming Events

Want to know more about what’s happening at St. John?
Here are some highlights.

“Love God, Love God’s World” creation care educational series continuing Wednesday, June 4 6:30-7:45pm on Zoom with parishioners from Grace Memorial

The curriculum for this program was developed by the Episcopal Church. Each of the nine sessions is expertly planned by a different contributor and will include compelling films and readings along with faith-based reflections. It will meet every other Wednesday starting on April 23 from 6:30-7:45pm.Questions? Contact Jean Wynn or the office.

First Friday Poetry Reading at St. John
Friday, June 6 6:30-8pm

Then there will be the Open Mic. for all who wish to read their own work or share some of their favorite poems. To get on the list to read ahead of time, please contact Tom Hogan or the office. Plan to read 2 poems. We will go another round depending on how many readers there are. There will also be a sign-up sheet at the event for those wishing to share.  The event will be recorded and available for viewing on the Ledding Library YouTube Channel

Episcopal Summer Camp at Suttle Lake, July 14-18

July 14–18, 2025 is the official "Episcopal Camp Week" at beautiful Suttle Lake Camp in Sisters, OR! Two sessions are offered: Elementary Week 1 (completed grades 1–5), and Mid-High Week 1 (completed grades 6–11). For more information or to register, follow the above links or visit suttlelake.gocamping.org.

Save the Date: Episcopal Church Women 2025 Spirituality Day, May 31

ECW will be holding their 33rd annual Spirituality Day on May 31 at St. Paul's Episcopal in Salem, OR. More information to come.

The Rev Ernestein Flemister, Diocesan Missioner for Racial Reconciliation, will preach at St. John on Sunday, June 15th

*A message from Rev Ernestein

I invite you to step outside your comfort zones and into the wider world to celebrate Juneteenth with neighboring communities. In my travels across the diocese, I’ve often heard that there are few or no African Americans in your churches and communities. This celebration is a meaningful opportunity for members of the Episcopal Church in Western Oregon to “leave our bunkers” and to learn, connect, and enjoy fellowship with others where they are.

This year, we are honored to co-celebrate Juneteenth with Allen Temple CME Church. The celebration will take place on Saturday, June 14, at 1 p.m. at Allen Temple CME Church, located at 4236 NE 8th Avenue, Portland. This marks our second annual celebration since Juneteenth was recognized as a federal holiday by President Joe Biden on June 17, 2021.

All are welcome, and I hope you will mark your calendars and join us. I look forward to seeing you there!