I took the dog, Ladybird is her name, down to Cliff Creek for an afternoon hike last Sunday. It was one of those cold, clear bluebird days that we’ve been graced with in January. Lack of snow has made me grumpy at times this winter, but we make the most of what we’ve got. The road into Cliff Creek was packed solid from snowmobile traffic, and there wasn’t a sled to be seen. We had Read more…
We Are ENOUGH: Small reminders. Big mission. 💚 We Are ENOUGH exists to remind us of what’s already true: we are enough, exactly as we are. Join us for a special conversation with Jimmy and Blake about faith, worth, and the power of small reminders—bracelets, words, and shared moments—that push back against the idea that we have to earn our value. Together, we’ll explore how believing this truth can shape our lives, our community, and Read more…
Ash Wednesday is February 18 with services throughout the day: On Sunday, February 22 is the Big Reveal of our Lenten practices for this season along with a giveaway at the 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. services.
In reflecting back on 2025, I intend to carry forward our Advent theme and use the symbols of fire, whirlwind and water, while also looking through the lens of our ten-year strategic plan we launched this summer under the categories of Rooted, Reaching, and Leading with Love. 2025 was a difficult year and some of those challenges follow us into 2026. The year demanded we tend fire without letting it consume us. It demanded we Read more…
A reminder that email and text messages from fake accounts claiming to be the Rev. Jimmy Bartz are still circulating. Please do not respond or send money or gift card codes, just report it, block the sender, and delete it. Jimmy will only use his St. John’s email to contact you, will tell you in the email why he’s reached out, and does not sign his email messages “Rev.” or “Pastor”. You can verify phishing Read more…
The following individuals have been chosen as candidates to the vestry and to the endowment committee for the election. The current vestry recommends this slate of candidates to the parish in addition to our delegate endorsements to annual convention. Check out the ballot here. We are also amending the church bylaws at the meeting Sunday. The vestry has approved, and seeks the congregation’s approval, of amended and restated church bylaws. These changes will be enacted Read more…
In our effort to move from a staff-driven to a people-led ministry model, we have assembled an amazing family ministry team to lead new programming efforts for kids 0-18 years old! Check out the following children’s, youth, and family ministry events — and reach out to Travis at travis@stjohnsjackson.org or Jean at jean@stjohnsjackson.org to get involved. Want to join the fun? Reach out to get on our newsletter and stay connected!
🌶️ Annual Chili Cook-Off 🌶️Sunday, January 25 – Following the Annual Meeting Turn up the Fire, stir up the Wind, and let the flavors Flow! After our Annual Meeting, join us for one of St. John’s most anticipated traditions — the Annual Chili Cook-Off. Bring your best pot of chili or come ready to taste and vote. A prize will be awarded for the Best Chili, so whether your recipe is mild and comforting or Read more…
As many of you know, during the season of Epiphany, we receive funds into the Carolynn Hawtin Season of Light campaign. With this mission we spread light and love to people in this community through support of their energy bills, as well as fuel and groceries. The funds we have raised towards this effort have changed people’s lives. What can you do in 2026, St. John’s? To donate to this fund, click the Give button Read more…
This Christmas, we will place poinsettias in and around the church to decorate our worship spaces. Fill out the form below to have plants in honor or memory of your loved ones on display during Christmas. Be sure to fill our your request by Sunday, December 21 so we can include your names in the Christmas Revelations. Find the form here. Or the envelopes around the church on Sunday!