Youth ages 10 – 15 are invited to a Youth Outdoor Leadership weekend from June 2 – 3, led by Reed and Ryan Hutton. The focus of the weekend will be on leadership, navigation, and comfort-enhancing skills in the mountains. Students will discuss necessary items for traveling in the mountains, mitigating risk, and how to be prepared while having fun in the great spaces around our home. The course will take place Saturday and Sunday Read more…
By Amelia Davenport There are many definitions of happy. Mostly including being happy of a particular thing, but there’s one [quote] that sticks out at me, “I don’t expect to always be happy, I simply accept what is. And that acceptance is key. This is what self-love is all about, really, acceptance and the ability to love yourself right where you are.” Mastin Kipp This is exactly what Cuba is, knowing what you don’t have Read more…
With deepest sympathy, we share that our friend and mentor, Ann Fontaine passed away on April 18, 2018. We give thanksgiving for the legacy she leaves behind and for the lives she touched. Ann served as the Assistant Interim Rector at St. John’s Church between 2001-2003. We offer love and comfort to everyone that was inspired by her. Remember Ann with this beautiful tribute to her work from the Episcopal Cafe…she truly spoke to the Read more…
We welcome baby Peter William! Meet the newest member of our parish family who was born born May 9 at 7 pounds 3 ounces to delighted parents Ragan Jolly and Alex Freeburg. He is healthy a baby and has a happy disposition. Let us Pray O God, you have taught us through your blessed Son that whoever receives a little child in the name of Christ receives Christ himself: We give you thanks for the Read more…
Reflection on the music: “Growing up in a family who loved listening to music together, we always had our favorites. But one of my best memories, hands down, was dancing in the kitchen to Al Green with my Mom. For me, listening to Al Green was always something of a religious experience. It wasn’t until I actually had the privilege of traveling with my folks to Helena, Arkansas, for the King Biscuit Blues Festival, and Read more…
There are four main vital signs that are routinely monitored in healthcare settings. When we find ourselves in the ER or Urgent Care or even at our doctor’s office for a check up, medical professionals are interested in our heart rate or pulse, our respiratory rate or how many breathes we take in a minute, our blood pressure, and our body temperature. And this story we have for Holy Week got me thinking about vital Read more…
“In 2018, as we mark the 50th anniversaries of Dr. King’s tragic death and the passage of the Fair Housing Act, we renew our pledge to make the concept of a Beloved Community a reality,” said Jonathan Reckford, CEO of Habitat for Humanity International. “This will never be a world of equality, of fairness, of human decency that leaves no room for poverty or prejudice or violence, unless we build it. And so we build.” Read more…
Who needs to attend? Those who hold keys to any facility on St. John’s campus or work with children. This program provides the information to protect children in the ministries that we serve. We offer in-person training in Hansen Hall on these dates this spring. Alternatively, you are welcome to take the training online. Re-training is required every three years. To check your status or to RSVP, email pam@stjohnsjackson.org or visit our website here.
The Episcopal Church in Yellowstone *2 spots left!! Sign up ASAP if you’d like to join us. Do Something Wild! Join us for a 5-day Wilderness Adventure that combines our faith community with wilderness leadership. Ages: 12 – 15 Dates: Monday, June 25 – Saturday, June 30, 2018 Cost: $950* *Don’t let the cost stop you! Scholarships are available. Please contact Catherine at 307-733-2603 if interested in a scholarship. Spots are very limited. To register, Read more…
Check out the inaugural playlist in “What We’re Listening To” this month from St. John’s Church. We celebrate individual expression, natural beauty and the adventurous spirit that defines the people and this place in the world. You’ll hear from music lovers in the parish that help curate playlists for you. Happy listening and be sure to share with friends! “Without a doubt, the song ‘This is Me’ is a favorite of ours. I took Greyson Read more…