St. John on the Mountain

Upcoming Events

Wear Your "Holy" Jeans this Sunday

Come dressed in your holiest jeans this Sunday. We are encouraging all to dress casually to enable you to give 15-30 minutes of your time after the 10 am service to help set-up for the Art Show Receiving Day.

All Saints' Day Dedications

During the Sunday service on November 2nd, we will remember in prayer the names of those who have been buried from St. John on the Mountain during the past year. In addition to reading the list of names of those who died this year, we invite you to share with us the names of those you have loved and lost. Please send us those names, and we will remember them before God when we celebrate the Feast of All Saints. Please return your dedication form to the office by Friday, October 24th.

Mountain Art Show Preview Party

Friday, October 24th

Be the first to preview all of the wonderful art work, while enjoying hors d'oeuvres and wine on Friday, October 24th from 6 - 9 pm. Tickets prices range from $40 to $200, with free childcare. Purchase tickets online.

Volunteer at the Mountain Art Show

Friday, October 24th

Everyone is encouraged to help support St. John's largest fundraiser. There are many ways and days in which you can help. The sign-up boards, with a list of opportunities, are in the Parish Hall. Any and all help is appreciated.

Middle School & HS Volunteer Opportunity

Friday, October 24th

Middle and High School Volunteers are sought for the Preview Party

On Friday, October 24th. Help is needed serving food at the Preview Party from 5:30 pm - 9 pm. This is a big event for the church and the youth's help is needed and appreciated. Community service hours will be given Please contact Margot Lewis 908-432-2560 to sign-up or for more information.

Food Items Needed for

Mountain Art Show Preview Party

The Preview Party is right around the corner, and the kitchen staff could use some assistance. Whether you'd like to bring a menu item, something from the chef's grocery list, or make a financial contribution to offset our costs, your help would be greatly appreciated. Sign-up sheets are located in the Parish Hall. If you are unable to sign-up in person, please contact Margot Lewis 908-432-2560 for more information.

Fall Fun Day at Middle Valley Farms

Saturday, October 25th

Outreach is hosting a Fall Fun Day at Middle Valley Farms on October 25, 2 - 4 p.m. for families dealing with cancer. There will be a corn maze, hayrides and pumpkin picking. If you know of a family who would benefit from an afternoon at the farm, please contact Sally Hespe at (908) 875-1518.

Mountain Art Show Concert

Saturday, November 1st

The Festival Choir of St. John on the Mountain Presents

An evening in Vienna: Music, Art and Life

Join us Saturday evening, November 1st beginning at 7:00 pm with a pre-concert lecture and concert beginning at 7:30 pm. The concert features Schubert's Mass in G and the music of Mozart, Haydn and Bruckner. Bronagh Coakley is the Director of Lower School Music at The Peck School in Morristown. She has spent the last few summers studying music, art and life in Vienna, Eisenach, Leipzig, Potsdam, Dresden and Berlin on National Endowment for the Humanities Grant Program. Her presentation will include photography and a lively dialogue. A reception of Viennese delights will follow, including the famous Sachertorte, Crescent Cookies, dessert wines and Viennese coffee. The Mountain Art Show will be open for your viewing and purchasing pleasure. Richard Morgan, Director; Brian Harlow, Organist; Bronagh Coakley, Lecturer.

Baptism

Sunday, November 2nd

We baptize primarily on those dates set aside for baptism, as listed in the Book of Common Prayer. Since the presence of the community of faith is essential for welcoming the newly baptized into the church, baptisms take place in the principal service on the appointed Sunday. The next day for Baptism is Sunday, November 2nd at 10 am. Questions about baptism? Please contact Mo. Susan.