About St. John's Church

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Clergy and Staff
Meet the clergy and staff of St. John's Church. >>>

Contact Information
Contact information for St. John's Church. >>>

History
St. John's, Norwood, began as a mission in the rural village of Bethesda, Maryland in 1873... >>>

Location
Find out where St. John's Church is located and how to get there via automobile and public transportation. >>>

Mission and Vision Statements
St. John's will become a vibrant, open church, known for exploring faith relevant to everyday life... >>>

Parish Covenant
"We believe ourselves to be a people of God organized in a parish family that is centered in the Word of God, sharing the faith and ministry of Christ's One, Holy, Catholic and Apostolic Church..." >>>

Parking
Parking in metropolitan Washington is often an adventure. Read this to discover the best places to park within easy walking distance of St. John's Church. >>>

Vestry
The Vestry is the governing body of the parish and consists of the Rector, Senior Warden, Junior Warden, and twelve Vestry Members... >>>

Our Mission:

Building Community at the Crossroads of Faith and Life

Our Vision:

St. John's will become a vibrant, open church, known for exploring faith relevant to everyday life, with multiple ministries that enhance our connectedness with one another, our community and our God. To this end, we envision:

  1. An array of inviting worship experiences, open to all who come
  2. Dynamic, participatory programs of learning, friendship and service to others
  3. Significant growth in membership and resources
  4. Expansion of our facilities as opportunities arise