Blessing of the Pets - Sunday, Sep 26, 2021

Love your pet? Come to St. John’s Episcopal Church for a special Blessing of the Pets on Sunday, September 26 during the 10am worship service on the front lawn of the church ... in the pumpkin patch. 

The Rev. Kathy McAdams will lead the Sunday service that includes a special blessing for all pets in honor of St. Francis of Assisi, who is associated with the patronage of animals and the natural environment. Bring your dog, cat, bird, goat or whomever is your beloved pet (on a leash or in a carrier, please). Favorite stuffed animals and photos of pets are welcome too!

Everyone is invited. 237 Pleasant Street, Franklin, MA

For more information:
Call 508-528-2387
Like us on Facebook: St John’s Episcopal Church
On Twitter   @FranklinStJohns
View www.stjohnsfranklinma.org 

Blessing of the Pets - Sunday, Sep 26, 2021

Ready. Set. Bid. - St. John’s Church To Host Virtual Silent Auction

St. John’s Episcopal Church in Franklin is getting creative initiating their first Virtual Silent Auction for the public from August 27 through September 10. People will have a chance to bid on merchandise from local and regional businesses. Select from a variety of goods and services: food, retail merchandise, electronics, kid and adult activities, sports, museums & outings.

Access the auction three ways: 

1) the auction link at https://www.32auctions.com/StJohnsFranklin; 

2) St. John’s Church website at www.stjohnsfranklinma.org; 

3) on Facebook at St. John’s Episcopal Church   https://www.facebook.com/stjohnsfranklinma

Just register your name and contact details and the list of items will be displayed. It’s easy to scroll through and make your bid. Check back often to update your bid! Bidding starts August 27 at 12:15 am and will end Friday, September 10 at 12 noon. The highest bidder on each item will be contacted.

“Last year was tough on everyone,” said Rev. Kathy McAdams. “We have continued to gather for worship in whatever way possible. We have continued to serve the community by growing food for the Franklin Food Pantry,  providing lunch for Common Cathedral and its unhoused congregation twice, and installing a handicap-accessible restroom.” 

Funds earned from the silent auction help continue outreach to the area, Rev. McAdams added. “Please participate in our on-line auction, as well as the Pumpkin Patch in October, so that we can continue to have a positive impact in the Franklin community and beyond.”  

The Virtual Silent Auction and Pumpkin Patch replace the church’s holiday fair this winter. The annual Christmas Fair has been a staple in Franklin and a source of income for St. John’s Church. 

Want more details? Contact Blanca DiGiacomo at 617-429-4676 or blancadigiacomo@verizon.net. 

Ready. Set. Bid.  - St. John’s Church To Host Virtual Silent Auction

Holy Week and Easter Services at St John's Episcopal Church, Franklin

Holy Week and Easter Services at St John's Episcopal Church, Franklin

Palm Sunday - March 28th, 10 AM

on Facebook Live

Tenebrae - Wednesday, March 31, 7 PM

Service of Darkness and Light

on Facebook Live

Maundy Thursday - April 1st, 7 PM

on Facebook Live

Good Friday - April 2

Stations of the Cross

see StJohnsFranklinMA.org

pre-recorded with Franklin United Methodist Church 

and Franklin Federated Church

Easter Day - April 4th

9am - Easter Egg Hunt

10am - Drive-in Service of Resurrection

Listen on your car radio or Facebook Live

Holy Week and Easter Services at St John's Episcopal Church, Franklin

St John's Episcopal: Ash Wednesday - Feb 17

Join St John's for Ash Wednesday on Facebook Live

 

St John's Episcopal Church will offer an Ash Wednesday service on Facebook Live on February 17 at 7 PM. https://www.facebook.com/events/753464702258770/

 

If you would like to pick-up ashes ahead of time, please contact Rev Kathy at Rector@StJohnsFranklinMA.org.

 

 

St John's Episcopal: Ash Wednesday

 

 

St John's Episcopal - Christmas Eve Service - 9 PM

You are invited to join us for a festive Christmas Eve service at 9 PM on Facebook Live: St John's Episcopal Church (https://www.facebook.com/stjohnsfranklinma). 

Blessings to you and yours in this season of light and hope.

St John's Episcopal - Christmas Eve Service - 9 PM

St. John's Episcopal Church - "Stuff a Truck" - Nov 7

Bring your clothing, linens, and other soft goods
All items must be clean and in good, clean and sellable condition.
Our Goal is 150 bags to make $1,000

We Can Accept

• Clothes (bagged) - men's, women's and children's - shoes, fashion accessories, belts, purses, bags, backpacks
• Household Textiles (bagged) - blankets, sheets, towels, tablecloths, curtains

Please email Rector@StJohnsFranklinMA.org to pledge the number of bags you will bring 

When:  November 7, 2020    9 AM-12 noon
 

Where:  St. John's Episcopal Church    

237 Pleasant Street, Franklin

 

 

Download a copy of the flyer as a reminder for this event

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1gq5is-OPk-NzuOE7X5m2nUUJINh8Ap1K/view?usp=sharing

 

St. John's Episcopal Church - "Stuff a Truck" - Nov 7

St John’s Pumpkin Patch in final week

This is the last week for St John’s Pumpkin Patch, so if you don’t already have your pumpkins and gourds - for eating and decorating, head on down to 237 Pleasant Street in Franklin. 

We’re open Mon - Fri from 4:00 - 7:00 PM and Saturday (Halloween) from 12 - 7:00 PM.

We’ll have a Costume Contest at 3:00 PM on Halloween. Prizes for the Scariest, Funniest, and Most Original.

 

St John’s Pumpkin Patch in final week

Visit the Pumpkin Patch at St John's Episcopal Church during October

The Pumpkins are here!

Visit the Pumpkin Patch at St John's Episcopal Church, 237 Pleasant Street
Mon-Fri 5-8 PM and Sat/Sun 12-8 PM through October 31.

Various sizes and prices of carving pumpkins, baking pumpkins, as well as specialty pumpkins and gourds.

Activities for children:

• Witch's Hat Ring Toss - Sunday, October 4 from 4-8 PM  
  
• Paper Pumpkin Craft - Sunday, October 18
• Costume Contest - Saturday October 31 at 3 PM
  

 

 

Visit the Pumpkin Patch at St John's Episcopal Church during October

"A Priest, a Rabbi and a Minister walk into a Radio Station…"

Temple Etz Chaim (@TECFranklin) tweeted at 11:58 AM on Wed, Aug 26, 2020:

Looking for something to listen to or watch that is Temple Etz Chaim related?  Check out our new page with great content and see what Rabbi Alpert has been up to!  

"A Priest, a Rabbi and a Minister walk into a Radio Station…" The wfpr.fm radio show archive is found online here https://t.co/rpjpRaPcQH

Picked by the Franklin radar via Twitter https://t.co/6Wj7SVZZ3y

"A Priest, a Rabbi and a Minister walk into a Radio Station…"

Stuff a Truck - Sep 20

Come and Stuff A Truck...with used clothing and household items

You’ve probably had some extra time recently to clean out your closets, basement, attic and other storage places in your home. And, you may have been at a loss for what to do with those extra clothes and household items that you want to discard. We can help!

Bring them to St John’s Episcopal Church, 237 Pleasant Street in Franklin, on Sunday, September 20th from 11 AM - 2 PM. We'll take them to Savers and get paid by the pound, to help fund our work in the Franklin community and beyond.

For more information:

• Call 508-528-2387
• Email Admin@StJohnsFranklinMA.org
• Visit us on Facebook at St John’s Episcopal Church See our website at www.stjohnsfranklinma.org

Stuff a Truck - Sep 20

St John's Paint Night, Stuff-a-Truck, and Outdoor Worship

St John's Virtual Paint Night fundraiser - Friday, Aug 28 from 7-9 PM

St John's Paint Night

Learn to paint this masterpiece by Canvas 'n Cup in Milford. $38 includes canvas, brushes, paint, and 2 hours instruction by Zoom. RSVP to Admin@stjohnsfranklinma.org or 508-528-2387 by Monday, Aug 24. 

20% of proceeds go to St John's.

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Stuff-a-truck - Sunday, September 20 (11 AM - 2 PM)

Now that we've all got our closets cleaned-out and organized, bring those extra clothes and household items to St John's. We'll take them to Savers and get paid by the pound. 237 Pleasant St, Franklin

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Join us for Outdoor Worship every Sunday at 10 AM on our lawn. Bring your own chair and mask. In the event of rain, we'll still be on Facebook Live, as we are every Sunday.

The Rev. Kathy McAdams, Rector
St. John's Episcopal Church, Franklin, MA
www.StJohnsFranklinMA.org

St John's Episcopal Church - Outdoor Worship - now scheduled for July 19

St John's Episcopal Church to re-gather for Outdoor Worship Sunday, July 19

St John's Outdoor worship postponed till July 19

We need a little more time to pull together the details. Bring your chair and mask NEXT Sunday (7/19/20) at 10 AM

Bring your own chair and mask for worship on our front lawn.
See you Sunday (7/19/20) at 10 AM. We'll still be live streaming on Facebook, as well.

St John's Episcopal Church - Outdoor Service - July 19

St John's Episcopal Church - Outdoor Service - July 19

St John's Episcopal Church to re-gather for Outdoor Worship THIS Sunday, July 12th

St John's Outdoor worship postponed till July 19

We need a little more time to pull together the details. Bring your chair and mask NEXT Sunday (7/19/20) at 10 AM

Bring your own chair and mask for worship on our front lawn.

See you Sunday at 10 AM. We'll still be live streaming on Facebook, as well.

St John's Episcopal Church - Outdoor Service - July 12

A Minister, a Priest, and a Rabbi walk into a Radio Station ...

And a scintillating discussion ensues. 

FM #291 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 291 in the series. 

This special edition shares the audio of the new Franklin Public Radio show that was broadcast for the first time Sunday morning, June 7:  “A Minister, a Priest and a Rabbi walk into a Radio Station”

This new program is an interview format with Rabbi Tom Alpert (Temple Etz Chaim), Rev. Kathy McAdams (St. John's Episcopal Church) and Rev Eric Cherry (First Universalist Society of Franklin).  Jay Horrigan and Pandora Carlucci co-facilitate the discussion. Pete Fasciano and Keith Palmieri handle the technical details.

This first conversation covers the following questions:

• What’s the latest on how your congregation is facing the COVID pandemic? 
• What are your thoughts on the social and religious response to George Floyd’s murder?

The recording runs about 28 minutes, so let’s listen to the first of this new show: https://www.hipcast.com/podcast/HWRz6hF7

A Priest, A Rabbi and A Minister Walk Into A Radio Station ...

Virtual book discussion scheduled for Wednesday evenings

St John's Episcopal Church invites you to join us for a book discussion by Zoom

We will read and discuss together The Book of Joy : Lasting Happiness in a Changing World by His Holiness the Dalai Lama & Archbishop Desmond Tutu with Douglas Abrams

Wednesdays from 5:30-7 PM

• April 29 (Day 1)
• May 6 (Days 2 &;3)
• May 13 (pillars 1-7)
• May 20 (remainder, incl practices)

Please email Rector@StJohnsFranklinMA.org to request a Zoom invitation.


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The Rev. Kathy McAdams, Rector
St. John's Episcopal Church, Franklin, MA
www.StJohnsFranklinMA.org

Virtual book discussion scheduled for Wednesday evenings

St John's Episcopal Church Suspends Worship & Programs for 2 weeks

"For the next two weeks, through March 26th, all programs and worship at St John's will be cancelled. That includes the Newcomers' Brunch, Junior Youth Group, Wed Morning Prayer, The Mind-Body-Spirit March dates, Sunday worship, and Church School.

I will livestream worship on Sunday at 10am via FaceBook. We will reach out to those in the parish who don't have email, and encourage all of you to stay connected with each other by phone.

Please remember that God is ever present with us in this time of uncertainty, and be not afraid."

Many blessings,
The Rev. Kathy McAdams, Rector

857-237-9428
www.StJohnsFranklinMA.org

St John's Episcopal Church Suspends Worship & Programs for 2 weeks

Mind-Body-Spirit at St. John’s - a three part series

St John’s Episcopal Church in Franklin, MA presents a three-part series entitled "Mind-Body-Spirit". This free series of seminars, workshops, activities, and demonstrations is open to the community and welcomes anyone interested in enhancing their well-being.

MIND

March 22nd & 29th 2 PM–4 PM

If you are experiencing stress and anxiety, come learn how Dr. Trudy Good, a clinical psychologist with 12+ years of experience,
can help. Join us for Dr. Good’s seminar and workshop to learn about how our minds deal with stress, mindful practice (the science behind it and its practical application to your life). Learn self-care for managing stress and how mindfulness can help.

BODY.

April 26th 12:30 PM–4 PM

Looking for new ways to care for your body? Come to St John’s Health and Wellness Fair. Register to enjoy a free, catered lunch.
Explore healthy eating habits, new exercise routines, and ideas for preventative care.
Enjoy samples of healthy and tasty snacks. Learn about nutrition, and watch demonstrations from award winning nutritionist Tricia Silverman. Participate in activities to learn first-hand how you can take better care of your body, including sessions on T'ai Chi, Yoga, and Zumba.

Take a minute (or 10) to relax with a free chair massage. Learn more about acupuncture and get a confidential health screening to check your blood pressure, glucose, and more.
Leave feeling relaxed and more in control of your body.

Mind-Body-Spirit at St. John’s

*BODY SESSION BONUS*

Enter to win door prizes and raffles for gift vouchers to local vendors, including:
a 3mo fitness membership or 6-mo individual tennis membership to Adirondack Club-$220 value

• a $175 Gift Certificate to Franklin YMCA
• Free Trial Week Passes to Franklin YMCA
• a Ninja personal blender and to-go cup
• a Whole Foods gift certificate
• a Healthy foods gift basket
• a fruit infuser water bottle
• and MUCH more!

SPIRIT.

May 17th 2 PM–4 PM

Allow Ethel Fraga, a highly respected mindfulness-based stress reduction instructor, centering prayer presenter, and a spiritual director, to guide your spirit in understanding and connecting with the sacredness of life.
Ms. Fraga has been a student of contemplative spirituality for 52 years and practices meditation daily. Learn from her how you can enrich your life through Christian Contemplative Practice.


All events are free, but registration is highly recommended. Childcare and refreshments available at all events.
To learn more visit: http://stjohnsfranklinma.org/
To register, or to learn more, please contact: Amali De Zoysa (508) 528-2387
St John’s Episcopal Church-237 Pleasant St. Franklin, MA 02038 stjohns.mindbodyspirit@gmail.com


Download your copy of the flyer here or from copy embedded below
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1tEanB4_hkwj2YEWqHcOnipyUiBY8giYu/view?usp=sharing

St John's Episcopal: Lenten services

• Ash Wednesday Service - February 26 at 7 PM

• Lenten Soup Supper and Book Study 

Join us to read and discuss Falling Upward: A Spirituality for the Two Halves of Life by Richard Rohr. Mondays, March 2nd & 9th from 6-8 PM.
 
St John's Episcopal Church, 237 Pleasant St, Franklin

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The Rev. Kathy McAdams, Rector
(cell) 857-237-9428
www.StJohnsFranklinMA.org

St John's Episcopal: Lenten services

St John's Episcopal: Shrove Sunday, Ash Wednesday, Lenten Soup and Supper

Bring the whole family for Pancakes on "Shrove Sunday"as we prepare for Lent. Sunday, February 23rd, following the 10 AM Eucharist. at St John's Episcopal Church, 237 Pleasant St, Franklin

• Ash Wednesday Service

February 26th at 7 PM
St John's Episcopal Church, 237 Pleasant St, Franklin

• Lenten Soup Supper and Book Study

Join us to read and discuss Falling Upward: A Spirituality for the Two Halves of Life by Richard Rohr. Mondays, Feb 24th, March 2nd and 9th from 6-8 PM.
St John's Episcopal Church, 237 Pleasant St, Franklin



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The Rev. Kathy McAdams, Rector
St. John's Episcopal Church, Franklin, MA
I'm off on Tuesdays and Saturdays, but call my cell in an emergency
(cell) 857-237-9428
www.StJohnsFranklinMA.org

"Be ashamed to die until you have won some victory for humanity." - Horace Mann, native of Franklin, MA

St John's Episcopal: Shrove Sunday, Ash Wednesday, Lenten Soup and Supper

Diana Reinhardt Annis scheduled to talk about the history of Redwork quilts - Feb 11

Yankee Quilters, Inc. is pleased to announce that Diana Reinhardt Annis will present a program on the history of Redwork quilts, on Tuesday, February 11 at 7:00 PM at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Franklin. Redwork quilts feature hand embroidered stitching on white background in designs that range from intricate florals to charming motifs of family life in 20th century America. 

Redwork quilts - photo by Diana Reinhardt Annis

Annis will tell the history of this craft from the Renaissance to the present day, with beautiful examples of Redwork, and show the ebb and flow of the history of this contagious art form. She will show antique, vintage and contemporary Redwork quilts. 


Annis, who lives in Norton, is the owner of In Stitches. She started quilting in 1979, using cardboard templates, sewing one block at a time, the common quilt construction method before machine piecing and quilting became the norm. 

Annis started longarm quilting in the summer of 2002, guiding her large machine by hand. She teaches longarm quilting techniques to longarm quilters and piecing classes at local quilt shops. She also presents lectures and workshops at quilt guilds and works at MQX, one of the largest longarm quilt shows in the Northeast. 

Redwork quilts 2 - photo by Diana Reinhardt Annis

This program is supported in part a grant from the Franklin Cultural Council which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency. If you are a quilter or just enjoy learning about the history of quilts, please join us, on February 11th, at 7:00 PM, at St. John’s Episcopal Church, 237 Pleasant St., Franklin, MA 02038. Admission is free for members or $5.00 for visitors.

Yankee Quilters, Inc. is a nonprofit organization for those interested in the art of quilting. The Guild is organized for charitable and educational purposes and includes members from throughout the MetroWest area and Central Massachusetts. Our purpose is two-fold: to promote education in and appreciation for all aspects of quilt making and to use our talents to produce quilts for individuals in times of need, as distributed through designated charitable organizations.

Follow the event on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/events/s/history-of-redwork-quilts-pres/639943306759969/