When I was ten or eleven years old, I got a set of tools for Christmas. Or, I should say, I got a tool experience. I got a card or something like that under the tree that indicated the gift to come. And, then, the following day, my grandfather took me down to Sears in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where together we picked out a pretty basic set of tools. We started with a box that’s in Read more…
Join us on February 17 for this retreat, Care of the Soul: Comprehensive Practice and Support for a Flourishing Life Mary Oliver asks, “Are you breathing just a little and calling it life?” Dr. Pittman McGehee and The Reverend Jimmy Bartz will spend the day looking clear-eyed at the implications of “breathing just a little, and calling it a life.” They will move through six beats offering a map from comprehensive care of the soul Read more…
Take a look at these upcoming events that you don’t wanna miss! Feb 16-19: Last chance to register! Youth Ski Retreat Weekend at Teton Village and Snow King. More information. Feb 17: Care of the Soul Retreat in Hansen Hall with Jimmy and Pittman. See it on Facebook. Feb 24: St. John’s Outdoors hosts an Avalanche Awareness Course $125 per person. Email Margaret to register! Mar 1: Newcomers’ Gathering at 7:00 pm. More details to Read more…
How can you respond to help end gender violence? Sun, Feb. 11 | 3 – 5 pm Mon, Feb. 12 | 9 – 12 pm for service professionals Join us at St. John’s Episcopal Church, 170 N. Glenwood St. in Hansen Hall. Free and open to the public. Simultaneous translation and child care provided. Discussions with Dr. Sally MacNichol from Faith Trust Institute and Co-Executive Director of CONNECT.
Another successful chili cook-off took place last Sunday here at St. John’s. The reigning champion, Ed Owens, took home the coveted red chili trophy for a 2nd time — Congrats! Many thanks to Will Davenport, Lonnie Brown, the Deming family, Doug Ayers, Debby Hopkins and the Bartz family for participating in the fun competition, too. The challenge is on for next year to beat Ed! Here’s his recipe, can you dig it? Method:
The Annual Parish Meeting allows us to share the important work the committees, ministry groups, and the vestry have accomplished in the past year, plus showcase the good work God has been doing amongst us. If you were unable to attend, here is a recap. Nearly 75 people attended the meeting on Sunday, January 21, 2018. We elected new members to the vestry and Endowment Committee and selected delegates for the 2018 Diocesan Convention. Thank Read more…
Secretly, I love the New Year’s reset. I say secretly because I’m not unaware of the failure rate for New Year’s resolutions. In fact, I’ve pretty regularly failed at maintaining my resolve. No matter. I still love the fresh start. As people of faith, we can have a fresh start whenever we want, but it’s nice when it coincides with the calendar. What exactly is it that we are starting over, though? Here’s what I Read more…
Last call to sign up for the ski retreat. Join youth from across the state for a weekend lock in! Sponsored by The Episcopal Diocese of Wyoming and hosted by St. John’s Episcopal Church, Jackson February 16 – 19, 2018 | 3 nights | 2 full days of skiing Open to youth ages 12-17. Registration is $100 (or $50 with season a pass to Snow King or JHMR). This includes ski pass, lessons, lodging and Read more…
Come for the winter session of a women’s prayer and Bible study of Paul’s letters to the Thessalonians! Meetings are Mondays 1/8 – 2/26 from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. at the First Baptist Church. This is a 6-week course. Babysitting provided! Have questions? Want to sign up? Email Anne: anne.sonshine@charter.net or text 307-203-9526. CBS is an interdenominational Bible study for the community – people of all ages, from a variety of backgrounds, gathering in their Read more…
Join us on Sunday, January 7 at 10 a.m. for the show. All children are invited to participate by wearing your favorite superhero get-up or the classic animals and angels costumes. Arrive on Sunday by 9:00 a.m. to be in the show and get into costume. If you have a speaking role, don’t forget our dress rehearsal tonight at 6:00 p.m.