2012 Epiphany
Concert Series

All concerts begin
at 6:00 p.m.
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Organ concerts are held
in the church.
All other performances are in the parish hall.

Parking is available on
Dargan Street and in the lot behind the church.

Parking at The Drive-in
is prohibited.

Light refreshments
will be served.
There is no charge for the concert, but donations will be gratefully accepted.

Click here to download a copy of the series brochure.
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January 8
Pre-series Concert
William Douglas, organ

January 15
Dr. Cliff Leaman, saxophone
Dr. Joseph Rackers, piano

January 22
Fire Pink Trio
harp, viola, flute

January 29
Dr. Julia Harlow, organ

February 12
Dr. Paolo Gualdi, piano
Dr. Danijela Zezelj-Gualdi, violin

February 19
Carolina Brass

 

Bishop Lawrence Writes to the Diocese about Disciplinary Board Decision

Click here to read this important letter issued by Bishop Lawrence on November 29, 2011.

 

 
 

St. John's Welcomes
Music Ministry Intern

 

William Douglas at Organ 1_Intern_St. John's Florence

St. John's welcomed William Douglas to the staff on October 1, 2011.  William, a senior at Wilson High School, will serve as our Music Ministry intern.

Feeling a call to music ministry, William is on track to pursue a degree in organ performance.  This internship will provide him a wonderful opportunity to explore his call to ministry.   William will be directly involved in a variety of aspects of the Music Ministry at St. John’s.  These will include, but not be limited to, playing the organ and piano for worship, singing in our choir, and helping with the children’s choir.  This internship will also afford William the opportunity to participate in the day to day workings of all aspects of music ministry in a liturgical church setting.

We are delighted that William will be part of our ministry team for the coming year, and look forward to seeing how God will use this internship to challenge and encourage William personally and spiritually, as well as to bless our parish family. 

Newsletter Available Online!

The parish newsletter is now at your fingertips.  Go to the Newsletter page to find the latest edition.

 

Youth Newsletter Online

Click here to view the latest edition of St. John's Youth Newsletter.

Youth Group Meets on Sundays in the youth building.

4:00-5:30 ... Middle School

5:30-6:30 ... Dinner & Worship (all)

6:30-8:00 ... High School

See the Youth Newsletter for more news, calendar, and meeting schedule changes.

Organist Vacancy

St. John's has an opening for a parish organist.  The position is 10 hours/week and is available immediately.

The Music Ministry of this traditional Episcopal parish includes an annual concert series, annual regional choir workshop, summer choir camp for area choir members, and a 28-voice adult choir.

Duties include accompanying weekly choir practice and playing for Sunday services and all special seasonal liturgies, funerals, weddings. 

We are seeking a competent musician with solid keyboard skills and a background in traditional/classical repertoire. A bachelor degree in music is preferred. 

Dedication to his/her ministry, a strong work ethic, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work collaboratively are essential to the continuing development of a rapidly growing, vibrant music ministry.

The organ is a two-manual 9-rank Moller. Built in 1939, it underwent extensive renovation in 2000. 

Applicants are asked to send a resume, references, and audition tape/CD to Tammy Williams, Minister of Music, at St. John's Episcopal Church, 252 S. Dargan Street, Florence, SC 29506 or twilliams@stjohnsflorence.org.

 
 
Preparing for Sunday: Studying and Praying the Hymns

 

Preparing for Sunday: Studying and Praying the Hymns

 

If you have a hymnal at home, consider studying the hymn texts along with the scripture lessons and collect for each Sunday.  How do the hymns support the lessons, collect, liturgical season, and special rite being celebrated (e.g., baptism, confirmation)?  How do the hymn texts reflect our beliefs and faith?

In addition to being excellent teaching tools, hymns - at their core - are prayers.  Reading them can be a meaningful part of one's daily prayer.

If you do not have a hymnal at home, most hymn texts can be found at www.nethymnal.org.

Would you like to have a home copy of the hymnal or Book of Common Prayer?  Visit www.churchpublishing.org to place an order.

Hymns for Upcoming Sundays

Note:  Congregational music taken from sources other than The Hymnal 1982 is not listed.

February 19
135, 137, 134, 324, 618

February 22 (Ash Wednesday)
475, 314, 149

February 26 (Lent I)
142, 641, 693, 150

March 4 (Lent II)
147, 675, 637

March 11 (Lent III)
372, 665, 685, 167, 676, 495

March 18 (Lent IV)
686, 455, 691, 671, 339, 690

March 25 (Lent V)
470, 474, 337, 439, 448

April 1 (Sunday of the Passion)
154, 156, 158, 458, 435

April 5 (Maundy Thursday)
315, 331

April 6 (Good Friday)
171, 172

April 7 (Great Vigil of Easter)
178, 210, 335, 207

April 8 (Easter Day)
210, 179, 178, 335, 305, 207

Last Published: February 15, 2012 10:22 AM
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Daily Office for the
Week of 6 Epiphany
 

Monday, Feb. 13

Genesis 30:1-24

Psalm 89:1-18

1 John 1:1-10

John 9:1-17

Tuesday, Feb. 14

Genesis 31:1-24

Psalms 97 and 99

1 John 2:1-11

John 9:18-41

Wednesday, Feb. 15

Genesis 31:25-50

Psalms 101 and 109

1 John 2:12-17

John 10:1-18

Thursday, Feb. 16

Genesis 32:3-21

Psalm 105:1-22

1 John 2:18-29

John 10:19-30

Friday, Feb. 17

Genesis 32:22-33:17

Psalm 102

1 John 3:1-10

John 10:31-42

Saturday, Feb. 18

Genesis 35:1-20

Psalms 107:33-43 and 108

1 John 3:11-18

John 11:1-16

 

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St. John's parishioners are asked to reach out to those in need in our community by bringing non-perishable food items to church on the first Sunday of every month. Please place the items in the basket or barrel that you will find in the narthex of the church. Click here for a list of items that are especially needed. Read More
Preparing for Sunday: Studying and Praying the Hymns
At their core, hymns are prayers. Hymns also are excellent study tools. In addition to reviewing the lessons and collects in preparation for Sunday worship, consider studying the hymns, too. Click here for a list of this month's hymns. Read More
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Do you love to sing but get frustrated by the mysteries of music notation? St. John's offers a music-reading class on Tuesdays at 6:30. The class is geared toward church choir members, but anyone who wants to learn is welcome. This class is open to singers from any church in the Florence area. Call the parish office for details. Read More
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Over the past year, newsletter articles have recalled the history of St. John's 140+ years of mission and ministry. This glimpse into the parish's past provided examples of the hard work and commitment given to the building-up of the Lord's work by St. John's congregants from the parish's earliest days. In an effort to ensure that we have adequate and sound facilities for present and future generations to continue that strong commitment to the work of the Lord, the Heritage Fund has been established. Following is the introductory letter from committee chairs Angelyn Bridges and Dan Ervin that was mailed to parishioners in March. Read More
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