St. John’s News

Summer Adult Formation

Opportunities to learn more about our Rooted, Reaching and Leading with Love Vision will begin on Sunday, July 13. Through 2024 and early 2025, vestry and staff have prayerfully built a Vision and Map for the Evolution of the Episcopal Church in Jackson Hole, 2025–2030 document. We hope it will guide St. John’s and The Chapel of the Transfiguration into its second century of mission and ministry with purpose and direction. Bringing this vision to Read more…

Rewilding

This summer at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Jackson and The Chapel of the Transfiguration in Moose, we’re embracing the theme of Rewilding—a return to the untamed beauty of God’s presence in our lives, our shared story, and our worship. Rewilding invites us to strip away what is overly domesticated and rediscover the raw and challenging grace at the heart of our biblical narrative—the God who meets us on mountains, rivers, and under open skies. We’ll explore how Read more…

Annual Family Reunion

Join us on Sunday, June 8 for our Family Reunion. We’re welcoming our summer parishioners in style with a family reunion party on the lawn after services. We’ll also reveal our summer theme and send you home with a gift. Let’s break bread together with a meal and games on the lawn. Bring your favorite lawn chair or blanket to enjoy the festivities. Church 8:00 a.m. in the Chapel Church 10:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary Read more…

Meet Bert, Our June Chaplain

Meet our late June chaplain at The Chapel of the Transfiguration. The Rev. Bert Baetz was called to serve as Rector of St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in August 2017. Prior to his ministry at St. Peter’s, Bert served as Rector of St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, Richmond, Texas, and Associate Rector of St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, Austin. Before he entered the ordained ministry, Bert taught ancient world civilizations and theology, and served as an associate chaplain Read more…

Gearing up for Summer

We are gearing up for summer visitors to our beautiful valley. The Chapel of St. Hubert, our neighboring parish, and The Chapel of the Transfiguration in Grand Teton National Park offer inspiring locations for spiritual refreshment. Don’t miss the Annual Bondurant BBQ at the St. Hubert the Hunter in Bondurant on Sunday, June 29. They cook two full beef in a brick-lined BBQ pit for up to 20 hours, the Wild West way. All the side dishes Read more…

Summer Chaplain Schedule

So many visitors to our beautiful valley are here for recreation, but The Chapel of the Transfiguration in Grand Teton National Park offers a unique and inspiring location for spiritual refreshment. We’re celebrating 100 years this summer! Our 2025 summer chaplains: Rotating Clergy from St. John’s Episcopal Church The Rev. Bert O. Baetz III, Rector, St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, Kerrville, Texas The Rev. William Knutson, Priest-in-Charge, St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, Ojai, California The Rev. Becca Stevens, founder and Read more…

Ice Cream Bike Volunteers

We all scream for ice cream! The Ice Cream E-Bike ministry is geared up for summer. You’re invited to spread joy by biking around Jackson and handing out free ice cream to kids of all ages. Volunteer training is offered if you have not biked in our crew before. Look over the schedule below and select a day or two to ride. We also need ice cream shoppers every week! If you want to shop Read more…

Habitat Happenings

St. John’s is committed to our partnership with Habitat for Humanity. Teton Habitat is proud to provide affordable housing in Jackson Hole. Habitat homes are stabilizing forces in our community. Here are a few opportunities to get involved with Habitat and make a difference! Dream Builders’ Luncheon – Wednesday, June 25 – get tickets Habitat Build Days – Third Saturdays monthly sign up here Thank you for your generosity in the Welcome Home Gifts Habitat for Humanity Read more…

Centennial Celebration

One hundred years ago there was no bridge across the Snake River in Moose, Wyoming. The only dry passage in the valley’s northern end was Menor’s Ferry, constructed in 1892 by W. B. (Bill) Menor, who tended his ranch that spanned the river. The alternative was a dusty 12-mile ride south to the Wilson Bridge. Imagine the preparations needed every time a trip to Jackson was considered! It was this cumbersome travel that spawned The Read more…

Grace Abounds

In the springtime, my favorite place on the planet is the Elk Refuge. When winter begins to loosen its tight grip on the valley, the Elk Refuge undergoes an annual and dynamic transformation that starts with the snow melting off the valley floor. Before long, the hillsides of Miller Butte and Crystal Butte and the mountains east of the refuge begin to thaw as well. Then come the weeks of intermittent snow that cover the Read more…