Our Blog https://www.saintjohns-arlington.org/special-announcements St. John's Episcopal Church | Arlington blogs ℗ & © 2026 St. John's Episcopal Church | Arlington Ekklesia 360 Wed, 08 Jul 2026 18:39:52 +0000 Cooling Center Summer 2026 https://www.saintjohns-arlington.org/special-announcements/cooling-center-summer-2026/ https://www.saintjohns-arlington.org/special-announcements/cooling-center-summer-2026/ Tue, 07 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000 St. John's is operating a cooling center on Tuesdays and Fridays, 1-4pm, from July 3rd to August 28th, 2026. It is free and open to the public. All are welcome to come escape the heat in our air-conditioned parish hall! There will be light... St. John's is operating a cooling center on Tuesdays and Fridays, 1-4pm, from July 3rd to August 28th, 2026. It is free and open to the public. All are welcome to come escape the heat in our air-conditioned parish hall! There will be light refreshments and entertainment (books, magazines, movies, etc.) 

This cooling resource center is funded by the town of Arlington as part of its Cool & Connected Grant Program and is one of three in the area. Click here for more information on the program: Cool & Connected Grant Program Supports Three Cooling Centers in Town | Planning News and Notices | Town of Arlington

Address: 
St John's Episcopal Church 
74 Pleasant St
Arlington MA 02476

Please enter through the side door near the corner of Pleasant St and Lombard Rd. It will be open and visible from the sidewalk near the Cooling Center sign board. 

]]> Outdoor Worship and Baptism https://www.saintjohns-arlington.org/special-announcements/outdoor-worship-and-baptism/ https://www.saintjohns-arlington.org/special-announcements/outdoor-worship-and-baptism/ Fri, 29 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000 On Sunday May 31, our 10am service will be at the in the gardens of the Chapel of St. Anne (18 Claremont Ave, Arlington) On Sunday May 31, our 10am service will be at the in the gardens of the Chapel of St. Anne (18 Claremont Ave, Arlington)

]]> Pride 2025 https://www.saintjohns-arlington.org/special-announcements/pride-2025/ https://www.saintjohns-arlington.org/special-announcements/pride-2025/ Fri, 20 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Members of St. John's were glad to support LGBTQ+ justice and equity at the Boston Pride March. The Episcopal Diocese of Massachusetts had a substantial presence. A statement from The Rt. Rev. Julia E. Whitworth, Bishop of the Diocese of... Members of St. John's were glad to support LGBTQ+ justice and equity at the Boston Pride March.

The Episcopal Diocese of Massachusetts had a substantial presence. A statement from The Rt. Rev. Julia E. Whitworth, Bishop of the Diocese of Massachusetts:

Recently, someone asked me why issues of LGBTQ+ justice and equity are so important to me, personally and to our diocese. For me, the answer is twofold. First, a great deal of the homo- and transphobia which remains deeply entrenched in the US and abroad is tied directly to anti-LGBTQ+ religious teachings. There is a strong correlation between youth and young adult homelessness of LGBTQ+ youth and conservative religious teachings of their parents. We have a great deal of repair to do from the damage caused by violent religious malpractice. Moreover, as our region will continue to welcome more queer and trans folks seeking sanctuary from changes in their civil rights elsewhere in the US, I would hope that we can be a visible space for Christian welcome, truth telling, empowerment, and hope-building. That’s gospel work—to proclaim the justice of Christ, and to respect the dignity of every human being.  I hope to see you during Pride Month. 

 

People marching in Boston Pride 2025 - "You are so loved" "Here to stay"

 

Mayor Wu marching in Boston Pride 2025

]]> Holy Week Services https://www.saintjohns-arlington.org/special-announcements/holy-week-services/ https://www.saintjohns-arlington.org/special-announcements/holy-week-services/ Thu, 03 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000 4/13: Palm Sunday - 10 a.m. 4/17: Maundy Thursday with Holy Eucharist + Foot washing - 7 p.m. 4/18: Good Friday with Communion - 12 noon & 6:30 p.m. 4/20: Easter Sunday - 8 a.m. & 10 a.m. 4/13: Palm Sunday - 10 a.m.

4/17: Maundy Thursday with Holy Eucharist + Foot washing - 7 p.m.

4/18: Good Friday with Communion - 12 noon & 6:30 p.m.

4/20: Easter Sunday - 8 a.m. & 10 a.m.

]]> Mid-Lenten Evening Service and Supper: March 20 https://www.saintjohns-arlington.org/special-announcements/mid-lenten-evening-service-and-supper-march-20/ https://www.saintjohns-arlington.org/special-announcements/mid-lenten-evening-service-and-supper-march-20/ Sun, 09 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Please mark your calendars for our Mid-Lenten evening gathering. Evening service begins at 5:30 pm, followed by a simple supper of soup, bread and salad, and Lenten conversations. The signup sheet for bringing bread and salad is on the bulletin board... Please mark your calendars for our Mid-Lenten evening gathering. Evening service begins at 5:30 pm, followed by a simple supper of soup, bread and salad, and Lenten conversations. The signup sheet for bringing bread and salad is on the bulletin board outside the church office.

]]> Ash Wednesday: March 6 2025 https://www.saintjohns-arlington.org/special-announcements/ash-wednesday-march-6-2025/ https://www.saintjohns-arlington.org/special-announcements/ash-wednesday-march-6-2025/ Mon, 03 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Join us at 6:30pm on March 6 for a special Ash Wednesday service. Farjam Mohtadi, a leader of the Baha'i Community of Arlington, will be giving a reflection. Join us at 6:30pm on March 6 for a special Ash Wednesday service.

Farjam Mohtadi, a leader of the Baha'i Community of Arlington, will be giving a reflection.

 

]]> Bingo Night - March 1 2025 https://www.saintjohns-arlington.org/special-announcements/bingo-night-march-1-2025/ https://www.saintjohns-arlington.org/special-announcements/bingo-night-march-1-2025/ Mon, 24 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Get ready to shout "BINGO!" and win some nice prizes at this fun-filled event. Pizza and refreshments will be available. Saturday March 1, 5pm-7pm A suggested donation of $10 per person will go towards the Ukrainian Resettlement Project... Get ready to shout "BINGO!" and win some nice prizes at this fun-filled event.

Pizza and refreshments will be available.

Saturday March 1, 5pm-7pm

A suggested donation of $10 per person will go towards the Ukrainian Resettlement Project. Bring your friends and family for a night of laughter and excitement. Prizes will be awarded to the lucky Bingo winners!

]]> Christmas 2024 https://www.saintjohns-arlington.org/special-announcements/christmas-2024/ https://www.saintjohns-arlington.org/special-announcements/christmas-2024/ Mon, 16 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Join us for Christmas Eve and Epiphany Tuesday Dec 24 2024: 5 p.m. Christmas Eve candlelight service Sunday Jan 5 2025: 10 a.m. (one service only) Lessons and Carols with Eucharist, followed by lunch Join us for Christmas Eve and Epiphany

Tuesday Dec 24 2024: 5 p.m. Christmas Eve candlelight service

Sunday Jan 5 2025: 10 a.m. (one service only) Lessons and Carols with Eucharist, followed by lunch

]]> Holy Week 2024 https://www.saintjohns-arlington.org/special-announcements/holy-week-2024/ https://www.saintjohns-arlington.org/special-announcements/holy-week-2024/ Sun, 24 Mar 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Whether you are a newcomer or long-time member of St. John's, we welcome you to join us for Holy Week Services! The following services will be held during Holy Week:   3/24/24 - Palm Sunday: Processing of the Palms and Holy Eucharist Rite... Whether you are a newcomer or long-time member of St. John's, we welcome you to join us for Holy Week Services! The following services will be held during Holy Week:

 

  • 3/24/24 - Palm Sunday: Processing of the Palms and Holy Eucharist Rite II, 10 a.m. service

  • 3/28/24 - Maundy Thursday: Holy Eucharist and Foot Washing, 7 p.m.

  • 3/29/24 - Good Friday: Two Services with Holy Communion, 12 Noon and 6:30 p.m.

  • 3/31/24 - Easter Sunday: Holy Eucharist Rite II at 8 a.m. and 10 a.m.

]]> Join us for Bingo Night on October 20! https://www.saintjohns-arlington.org/special-announcements/join-us-for-bingo-night-on-october-20/ https://www.saintjohns-arlington.org/special-announcements/join-us-for-bingo-night-on-october-20/ Thu, 05 Oct 2023 00:00:00 +0000 Join us on October 20, from 5pm to 8pm! Join us on October 20, from 5pm to 8pm!

Bingo Night Flyer

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