Affinity Groups
STJE Women's Group
This group arranges monthly events for women of all ages at St. John’s to gather together and do Christ’s ministry through our church community. Together they offer a variety of day and evening programs. Come and learn from speakers, participate in outreach activities, walk and observe through tours, or join us for good conversation over a meal. Participating in any of these events provides opportunities for fellowship, ministry, and spiritual growth.
STJE Men's Group
We are the Men’s Fellowship Group at St. John’s. Our purpose is to learn together, strengthen our bonds as brothers, and share meals that go beyond mere sustenance. Prayer is our unwavering companion, expressing our collective faith. Through shared meals and heartfelt prayers, we aim for both personal growth and a positive impact on our community. Join us as we continue the legacy of early Christian communities, fostering genuine fellowship and a stronger walk with God.
Young Families
A group of families of young children ages 0-5 and beyond who gathers for social events, learning opportunities, outreach activities, and much much more. Contact: Jen Walker
Young Adults
Young adults of faith between the ages of 20 and 30-something play and celebrate the lives they lead and the lives that lie ahead, exploring what God might have in store. Contacts: Rachel Shelton
Golf Fellowship
Attention all women and men! Want to have fun with fellow members of St. John’s who share your passion for golf? This is the opportunity for you! CLICK HERE to sign up for this exciting fellowship which will include opportunities for 9 hole, 18 hole, weekday/weekend, and even some travel destinations throughout the year at beautiful courses within and beyond North Carolina.
Contact: Roddey Player or Blaire Crimminger
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St. John's Fly Fishers
It's about so much more than catching fish! Enjoying connection with the Divine majesty of nature, the St. John’s Fly Fishers serve Christ and further the Kingdom through a welcoming community of adult women and men (16 years or older) who share a passion for going to deep waters. We host the "1&3 Outdoor Bible Study" each 1st and 3rd Thursday 5:30-7:00 at the fire pit. We also organize clinics, instructional classes like fly tying, and of course trips to the water. CLICK HERE to learn more. Contact: Craig Murden or Fr. Brad Smith
Foyer Groups
In these informal gatherings, parishioners come together over meals in one another’s homes. A multi-generational ministry, Foyer Group ministry often produces life-long friendships and is a wonderful way to get to know folks that you might not interact with otherwise. It’s never too late to join a group. Just call to get involved!Contact: Erin Richardson, Shirley de la Canal
Wednesday Night Book Club
The Wednesday Night Book Club is open to any reader who enjoys talking about books. Whether you are new to book clubs or participate in several others, we hope you join us to meet new people, establish new friendships, and enjoy great conversations. We meet on Wednesdays from September through June from 6:15-7:15pm. Contact: Matt Williams
Wednesday Night Dinner
During the school year St. John’s provides a Wednesday night program that is primarily a time of fellowship. We offer a wonderful meal, reasonably priced, prepared by loving volunteers in our own kitchen. We gather in the Parish Hall that we convert to “Jo’s Bistro” and break bread together. Young children eat from a child-friendly buffet.Wednesday evening is also choir rehearsal for children, the Shepherd choir, and rehearsals for choirs of bell and chime.Volunteers are needed to help in the kitchen and to set up the games and decorations in the Parish Hall.Contact: Janie Wooten
