Reimagining Church

Thriving Congregations Initiative: New Models for the 21st Century

St. John’s Episcopal Church, North Haven

St. John's church interior

At St. John’s, we seek to engage each part of ourselves — heart, soul, and mind — in the practice of loving God and our neighbors. Part of it is done during our worship services, with readings, songs, and prayers celebrating our connection to God’s creation and in gratitude for the gifts shared with us. Another part of it is done in the activities among our community as stewards of God’s gifts. Yet another part is done in various ways of serving our neighbors with food and fellowship opportunities.

We draw members from North Haven and each of the several towns around North Haven. Many of our families have been a part of the parish for many years and reflect diverse economic and cultural backgrounds. There is a long tradition of serving our community through food ministries and providing opportunities for fellowship for old and young alike. There is also a desire to continue to be open to change to reflect the changing needs of our communities.

Reflections

What Is Your Ten Acres?

By Molly Cooke

                  As part of an activity for our first Visionary Leader workshop, Molly Baskette asked working groups to bring in one sac

Baby Steps

By Michael Copenhaver, St. John’s Working Group member

I have to admit that joining the Reimagining Church group took me a bit outside my comfort zone.

In the Midst

By Molly Cooke

I first walked into St. John’s Episcopal Church in late August of 2022.