Underestimating is just one of those things we do. We watch the news or we read it on a device and along with it comes a sense of dread or a measure of hopelessness. We hear from one of our beloved that she’s struggling. Loss comes along and wrecks us because loss is devastating. Critical illness shows up somewhere on the family tree. At the nadir of these circumstances, there’s a sense of powerlessness. We Read more…
Aside from Jesus (if you can be), there’s a reason I do what I do in the way that I do it! Let me try to explain myself, here. I’ve said before, I’m a believer. I buy the story, the Jesus story, each movement of it, and I take that story as the guiding principle of my life. Thankfully, we come from a tradition that doesn’t diminish the story of Jesus by insisting that every Read more…
Read the full Revelations Newsletter here Thanks to Beth Magill, pictured here, who was our June Chaplain at the Chapel of the Transfiguration. In Jimmy’s words,It was so nice to host Beth at the Chapel of the Transfiguration during the month of June. I love that a place where St. John’s welcomes so many visitors had an opportunity to experience Beth’s welcome and care. Special mention to Doug Ayers for images.
Join us for an evening of learning and celebration in support of St. John’s lead faith partner commitment to Habitat for Humanity’s The Grove, Phase III project. Hors d’oeuvres from Café Genevieve and beverages will be served. Tuesday, July 18, 2017 5:30 – 7:00 PM Hansen Hall, St. John’s Episcopal Church Please RSVP below or to Liz Collins by July 12. liz@stjohnsjackson.org 307-733-2603
Our nonprofit partners have identified nearly 50 people in need of bicycles in our community. Adult and youth bikes of all shapes and sizes will be appreciated and put to good use this summer. Let’s dig through our basements and garages, find those bikes that are taking up space and collecting cobwebs, and get them into the hands of people who can use them. If you want to donate a bike that’s in good working Read more…
On June 6, the Service Committee hosted coffee hour with a project called Random Acts of Gardening. Thanks to everyone who participated and donated pots including the Browse ‘N Buy, over 40 pots were planted by gardeners age 3 to 90. The event was a huge success, the ice cream went quickly with smiles on every face and the Service Committee is considering this as an annual project. Listen to these success stories. One plant Read more…
Whether at church, school, business or home, you are leading people and projects every day. You’re leading in a culture that is constantly changing and redefining itself. Leadership takes perseverance, dedication and a commitment to stretch your mind, expand your heart and use your God-given gifts to impact your community. August 10-11, 2017 you’re invited to gather with thousands of leaders across North America for The Global Leadership Summit. Commit now to be a part Read more…
Take a peek at the June Revelations Newsletter Something newish is upon us in Jackson. I’ve felt it these last few days standing on the sidelines of the lacrosse field, while cleaning up the yard after a winter’s worth of snow has melted, and after a few short romps on the lower trails. Warmth! It’s back! And, it’s wonderful. Everyone’s talking about warmth—at the gym, in line at the grocery store, and in Hansen Hall Read more…
Mission trips are emotionally charged experiences. It’s almost impossible to give someone your time, energy, and support without feeling a deep emotional attachment to the place, the community, or the people. Kathleen Gutierrez was the translator for the trip to Favorito, Cuba, but my four years of Spanish at the Jackson Hole Community School put me into a role of translating casual conversations and basic ideas. This meant that Kathleen had to do all the Read more…
In 1998, St. John’s planted a seed in Cuauhtémoc, Mexico. Today, that small seed has changed the lives of over 40 abandoned and abused children. Greg David Spinks, a young deacon from St. John’s with an overwhelming compassion for the less fortunate went to northern Mexico to immerse himself in mission work. After arriving in Cuauhtémoc, Greg witnessed the appalling conditions of children roaming the streets and realized the dire need for an appropriate living Read more…