Weekend Reflection
St. John's Church, Lafayette Square
Feast of St. Francis
October 2, 2021 observed
Dear St. John's Community,

For someone who lived such an eccentric life, it is remarkable that St. Francis has such broad appeal. Not many of us would be willing to throw off all of our possessions or worldly comforts the way that he did. And yet something about his joyful spirit, his fierce humility, and his wonder at God's accessibility in all creation breaks through with the ability to touch us and inspire us even in this postmodern age.

This Sunday we will remember him in words and music, including the singing of Canticle of the Sun, which he composed in 1224.

A little later in the day, we will have a Blessing of the Animals service at 2pm in front of the church. All pets are welcome!

I hope you will be able to join us this weekend either in person or online.
 
God's peace,
Rob+
 
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Today we have services at 7:45 a.m., 9:00 a.m., and 11:00 a.m. in the church, and at 2:00 p.m. in front of the church.
 
If you can't join us in person, you can watch our 11 a.m. service as it live-streams on our Worship Page or on our Facebook page. It will be posted later in the day to our YouTube Channel.

Of special note:

  • We will continue the practice of wearing masks indoors for everybody's safety.
  • Nursery care is available 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 a.m.
  • Valet parking is available
  • Church School returns today at 10:00 a.m. For more information, please contact Katherine Raab, our volunteer Church School coordinator.
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St. John's Church, Lafayette Square
1525 H Street, NW
Washington, DC 20005
(202) 347-8766