Advent Adult Formation Dinners: Into the Mystic Friends, Advent is upon us—this thin place in the year when the holy shimmers just beneath the surface of things. It’s a season that beckons us to step out of the noise, to tune our ears to the whispers of God woven through our ordinary days. This year’s theme, Into the Mystic, is an invitation to wander a bit—curious, open-hearted, expectant. To notice how the spiritual meets us Read more…
Bishop Angel Rivera was consecrated on September 18, 2025, in Havana. Bishop Angel traveled to both Puerto Rico and Cuba for over 10 years before he moved in July to become their bishop. He stated that his consecration was the joy of his life. He looks forward to spreading the gospel and helping the people in this very difficult time. Father Rody Perez Risco continues to serve the parishes in Itabo and Favorito. He describes Read more…
These past months have been among the hardest of my life. Granted, I have lived a charmed life. But, I was not prepared to hear the words the doctor uttered that day in early July: “you have cancer.” Are we ever truly ready? Here’s the crazy part: my heart is full of gratitude. It is the most prominent emotion I have felt throughout this journey. Gratitude that the cancer was caught early, that treatment came Read more…
The Flower Team provides altar flowers for the church most Sundays, and when a parishioner has signed up to dedicate flowers to a loved one. The team then shares these arrangements with those on our parish prayer list. If you would like to sign up to donate flowers to someone in honor or remembrance, use the sign up sheet in Hansen Hall, the form below or contact the church office. Honor or Remember a loved Read more…
Calling all children in 3rd grade – 5th grade to join our Children’s Choir. Younger and older choristers can also join, simply inquire. Our Children’s Choir will sing at the 3:30 p.m. Family Service on Christmas Eve. See Ron at the organ after the service or contact him at ron@stjohnsjackson.org to sing-up and get rehearsal information.
The “If you need me, take me” coat drive is here to stay and the people of St. John’s are spreading love through this valley like snow covers it in winter! Please help families in need by donating your new or nearly-new coats to our community. We’ve given away more than 600 coats over the past several winters and they disappear within hours! We will hang them around our campus each week until we are Read more…
Community Food Resources: How We’re Supporting Each Other Through the SNAP Uncertainty As the federal shutdown continues, several states are warning they may have to suspend Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits as early as November 1. For many families, SNAP provides a lifeline — helping to put food on the table each week. Here in Jackson, we know that food security is a community effort. No one should face hunger alone. That’s why we’re Read more…
The Blue Bag Drive starts November 9. This ministry involves shopping to fill a grocery tote with basic essentials for community members in need. Pick up a “Blue Bag” and shopping list from the church entrance or the office. Then go shopping for items such as shampoo, tissues, laundry detergent, and dish soap, check out the complete list. Return the filled bag to the church by Sunday, December 7 for a blessing before they are Read more…
Join us on Saturday, November 8 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for a free family photo shoot by St. John’s Photo group and friends. All families are welcome to join in Hansen Hall. We will send you digital files and mail you a print. Sign up with the link below to reserve a time. Volunteers are welcome to help. Please contact John@dustydogmedia.com for more information. Sign up for the family portrait shoot! Portrait with Read more…
The ravens are back. Every morning this week they have greeted me on the sidewalk at the entry to the church. They haven’t said much, they usually just hop around and give me an inscrutable look. This morning there was just one raven on the sidewalk. She was nibbling on the remnants of some popcorn that someone had spilled there. She was finishing a feast that had been left for her, I like to imagine, Read more…