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The St. John’s Parish Choir, directed by Jennifer M. Mulhern, performs "Good Shepherd," by Gwyneth Walker. Featured offertory anthem on Sunday, April 21, 2024.
The Rev. Robert E. Stevens, Jr. preaches on John 10:11-18 on the Fourth Sunday of Easter.
Connected in Story, Connected in Christ. Young Ashley Ruth shares a simple yet powerful idea, pictured in the drawings of an Easter Bulletin.
But the good news is that then there is new life. Wildflowers bloom again… They’re both such surprises. Wildflowers stop you in your hiking tracks. You want to savor the colors and scents, let them breathe you in, let yourself be amazed. And bulbs that grow in the cold rocky dirt remind us that no one is lost.
"I Hunger and Thirst," arr. Kevin Siegfried. Featured Offertory Anthem at the 10:00am Rite Two Celebration of Holy Eucharist on Sunday, April 14, 2024.
The Rt. Rev. A. Robert Hirschfeld, Tenth Bishop of the New Hampshire Episcopal Church, preaches on the Gospel of Luke 24:36b-48 during his visit to St. John's Portsmouth on the Third Sunday of Easter.
The greatest love story of all time. It is The story of love being revealed to us in this new way, and consequently, of the sacrificial yes, that is required for God to be born unto us, for God to be born unto the world.
“I Can Tell the World,” arr. Moses Hogan performed by the American Spiritual Ensemble at St. John’s.
The Rev. Robert E. Stevens, Jr. preaches on John 20:19-31 on the Second Sunday of Easter.
Connected in Story, Connected in Christ. Craig Musselman shares a story of a recent moment when he chose to “lean in.”
The Rev. Rob Stevens reflects on the Gospel of Luke 24:36b-48; we have the opportunity to encounter the risen Christ on a daily basis.
“Hark, I hear the harps eternal,” arr. Alice Parker; featuring St. John's Parish Choir, under the direction of Jennifer Mulhern, Director of Music. Featured Offertory Anthem at the 8:00pm Great Easter Vigil service on Saturday, March 30, 2024.
How to be a Bird: A reflection on creation, faith, and finding our way in the world. - The Rev. Aaron Jenkyn
Connected in Story, Connected in Christ. Robin Burdick shares a connection to those who find their voice and authority by speaking their truth.
The Rev. Rob Stevens reflects on the Gospel of John 13:1-17, 31b-35; Appointed for use on Maundy Thursday. May we not only be invited but truly receive the gift of love from God, and following Jesus’ example, turn to the world to love and serve.
“The Call,” Gail Randall; featuring the Morgan King, soprano, and The St. John's Parish Choir, under the direction of Jennifer Mulhern, Director of Music. Featured Offertory Anthem at the 10:00am service of Holy Eucharist Rite II on Sunday, March 10, 2024.
Many of the traditions of Holy Week both here at St. John's and across the church go back centuries, passed down from generation to generation…
The youth of St. John's have spent the weeks leading up to Holy Week thinking about the issues most important to them, and they would like you to take notice. Will you join them in their hopes, prayers, and aspirations for peace, equality and justice for all?
"Nun bitten wir," Johann Walther; (for mixed voices; harm. J.S. Bach). Compline digital offering during Lent.
Easter is coming and you are invited to experience the richness of our liturgical life by walking the “way of the cross.”
"May I Softly Walk & Wisely Speak," Shaker Hymn, arr. Kevin Siegfried. Featuring The Choir School at St. John's. This performance is part of our preparation for Shaker Harmony: Celebrating 250 Years of the Shakers in America, which will be presented live at St. John's on Sunday, May 19 at 3:00pm. To learn more and purchase advance tickets, visit our event page here: www.stjohnsnh.org/shakers250
"Round me falls the night," Adam Drese (c. 1620-1701; (for mixed voices; ed. J.E. Stromgren). Compline digital offering during Lent.
We’re taking the Easter Egg Hunt to new levels! The Easter Giving Eggs of 2024, empowering children to give back to their community, with your support. A St. John’s Tradition!
“Lay Me Low,” arr. Kevin Siegfried; featuring the St. John's Parish Choir, under the direction of Jennifer Mulhern, Director of Music. Featured Offertory Anthem at the 10:00am service of Holy Eucharist Rite II on Sunday, March 3, 2024.
What does an atheist, a pharisee and Jesus have to teach about how to grow in faith and how to talk about what we believe with those we love? In Sunday’s sermon Aaron reflects on the work of chaplains to help others make meaning during challenging times and the unexpected and beautiful ways God shows up in that work.
