Tuesday, May 5, 2026
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Sermon Series
"My Way, My Truth, My Life"
The Rev. Anne C. Williamson
After the stories of the resurrection over these last few weeks, we return to the upper room on the night before Jesus dies. John, Chapter 14 is part of what is called the Farewell Discourse, the words Jesus spoke to his disciples on the night before the crucifixion, in which he invites his friends to be one, as He and the Father are one. As we hear Jesus’ words, as Easter People, I believe we are invited into that same relationship of Oneness - one in heart and soul - doing the works Jesus did to serve all, especially the least, the last and the lost. We are invited to walk in the Way of Love, which is so needed in this turbulent time.
Click PLAY on the video below to experience the historic meeting of the Archbishop of Canterbury with his Holiness Pope Leo. The Most Rev. Dame Sarah Mullally spent four days in the Rome at the end of April. Enjoy this clip of her meeting with Pope Leo.
MUSIC
“Somewhere,” music by Leonard Bernstein, lyric by Stephen Sondheim; featuring Sharon Jones, soloist, and Olin Johannessen, piano. Featured Offertory Anthem at the 10:00am Rite II Service of Holy Eucharist on Sunday, March 15, 2026.
VOICES OF FAITH WELCOMES THE REV. ED CARDOZA
This Sunday, May 10, we are honored to welcome The Rev. Ed Cardoza, Priest-in-Charge of Grace Church Manchester, as the next guest preacher in our Voices of Faith series. A priest, community leader, and longtime advocate in global health and justice ministries, Ed brings a faith shaped by contemplation, compassion, and engagement with the world.
In a sermon entitled From Infections to Earthquake: A Journey to Theosis, Ed will explore a compelling question: What does love ask of us in a fractured world? Tracing a surprising path through faith, human solidarity, and lived experience, he will invite us into a vision of God’s love that moves us beyond ourselves and toward one another—with a story of crisis and hope you won’t want to miss.
CONCERTS ON THE HILL PRESENTS: NICOLE KELLER
This fall, St. John's will mark the 25th anniversary of the installation of our beloved Létourneau pipe organ, and we are kicking off the celebrations early with world-renowned organist Nicole Keller on May 17 at 4PM!
In collaboration with the New Hampshire chapter of the American Guild of Organists, St. John's Concerts On The Hill is proud to present Nicole Keller in recital here in our historic and beautiful sanctuary. Concertgoers will be treated to a performance unlike any other; Keller being hailed as "...an aggressive player with outstanding technique and fine musical sensibilities..." [The Chicago Crusader].
For the first time in St. John's history, attendees seated downstairs will have a front row seat to the action, not only being able to listen to Ms. Keller performing on the fabulous Létourneau organ in our space, but also will be able to see Ms. Keller's performance in real time via high definition projection.
Admission by suggested donation; advanced tickets on sale now at tiered pricing levels; cash, check, or CC are also accepted at the door. Click here to secure your tickets today!
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