Acolyte lunch and training
2026-08-30 11:30 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
All current and potential NEW acolytes are invited to our annual acolyte lunch and training, starting after the 10:30 service on August 30. The acolyte role is open to any child or youth in 3rd grade or higher. Come see what being an acolyte is all about!

New program year & Celebration of Ministry
2026-09-13 08:00 - 12:00
On September 13, we will return to our program year worship schedule (spoken Holy Eucharist at 8 a.m., choral Holy Eucharist at 10:30 a.m.). Sunday School for all ages will begin, and the professionally staffed nursery will re-open for children age 0 to 6. The adult education program will feature our annual Celebration of Ministry, when parishioners will share information about some of our core ministries, with a light brunch provided.
8 a.m. – Spoken Holy Eucharist in the church
9 a.m. – Nursery opens and primary (age 3–6) and elementary Sunday School classes begin
9:30 a.m. – Celebration of Ministry for adults; Sunday School begins for middle and high school
10:30 a.m. – Choral Holy Eucharist in the church (and livestreamed)
11:45 a.m. – Coffee hour

Choral Evensong
2026-09-27 17:00
Choral Evensong is an ancient, contemplative service of prayer, scripture, and music offered around sunset. St. John’s offers Choral Evensong about five times a year, with music from our own choirs as well as visiting ensembles.
The September 27 service of Choral Evensong will be sung by the St. John’s Choir and Choir School.

Music at the Red Door: Whim 'n Rhythm
2026-10-02 19:30
The enchanting tones of Yale University’s premier female a cappella group will resound through St. John’s beautiful sanctuary. Enjoy a fun evening with everything from jazz standards to soulful ballads and pop hits.
All Music at the Red Door concerts are FREE with no tickets/reservations required. Seating is first come, first served. We welcome donations (cash or check at the event or online before or after the event).

Church by the Pond at Bushnell Park
2026-10-17 11:45 - 15:00
Each Saturday, people gather in Bushnell Park for 2 p.m. worship led by clergy from area churches. On October 17, St. John’s clergy will preach and preside, and we will also prepare bagged lunches to distribute after the service. Join us at St. John’s at 11:45 a.m. to prepare lunches, and/or meet up at 1:45 at Bushnell Park for worship.

Choral Evensong
2026-10-18 17:00
Choral Evensong is an ancient, contemplative service of prayer, scripture, and music offered around sunset. St. John’s offers Choral Evensong about five times a year, with music from our own choirs as well as visiting ensembles.
The October 18 service of Choral Evensong will be sung by the adult choirs of St. John’s and St. Patrick-St. Anthony (Hartford).

Music at the Red Door: CT Bach Festival Winners Recital
2026-10-30 19:00
Support young talent from across New England in this recital featuring winning pianists and string players from the 2026 Bach Festival.
All Music at the Red Door concerts are FREE with no tickets/reservations required. Seating is first come, first served. We welcome donations (cash or check at the event or online before or after the event).

Choral Evensong
2026-11-15 17:00
Choral Evensong is an ancient, contemplative service of prayer, scripture, and music offered around sunset. St. John’s offers Choral Evensong about five times a year, with music from our own choirs as well as visiting ensembles.
The November 15 service of Choral Evensong will be sung by the Tenuto Quartet.

Christmas Festival
2026-11-20 - 2026-11-22
The beloved annual St. John’s Christmas Festival has grown into a multi-day celebration and fundraiser. The festival begins with a gala on Friday evening, November 20, with food, beverages, and a festive holiday atmosphere. On Saturday, November 21 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., visitors may shop for gifts, Christmas decor, baked goods, and more. Enjoy a cup of soup and sandwich from the Festival Café, and enter to win one of our fabulous raffle baskets. On Sunday, November 22, any remaining items will be available to purchase after the 10:30 worship service.

Thanksgiving Day worship
2026-11-26 10:00
A service of Holy Eucharist will be held on Thanksgiving Day morning at 10 a.m.

Christmas Lessons & Carols
2026-12-13 15:00
The St. John’s Adult Choir and youth Choir School combine forces for this beloved annual tradition. Carols old and new will be sure to get you in the Christmas spirit!

Christmas worship at St. John's
2026-12-24 - 2026-12-25
Christmas Eve:
Choral Holy Eucharist at 4 p.m. and 10 p.m.
Christmas Day:
Holy Eucharist with hymns and sermon at 10 a.m.

Choral Evensong
2027-02-21 17:00
Choral Evensong is an ancient, contemplative service of prayer, scripture, and music offered around sunset. St. John’s offers Choral Evensong about five times a year, with music from our own choirs as well as visiting ensembles.
The February 21 service of Choral Evensong will be sung by the St. John’s Choir School and Chorus Angelicus (Farmington).

Music at the Red Door: Songs of Love and War
2027-03-05 19:30
Afghan composer and pianist Arson Fahim teams up with local ensemble Cuatro Puntos in a concert of original works and arrangements of Afghan folksongs. Come hear the musical story of Afghanistan — one of hope and resilience.
All Music at the Red Door concerts are FREE with no tickets/reservations required. Seating is first come, first served. We welcome donations (cash or check at the event or online before or after the event).

Music at the Red Door: The Way of the Cross
2027-03-21 16:00
Organist Nicholas Capozzoli performs Marcel Dupré’s ambitious masterpiece Le Chemin de la Croix, a meditation on the 14 Stations of the Cross. New England Public Media host John Nowacki will offer dramatic readings alongside this sonic tour de force.
All Music at the Red Door concerts are FREE with no tickets/reservations required. Seating is first come, first served. We welcome donations (cash or check at the event or online before or after the event).

Holy Week & Easter
2027-03-25 - 2027-03-28
Worship with St. John’s during the most sacred week of the church year.
Thursday, March 25 at 7 p.m. – Maundy Thursday service with foot washing and stripping of the altar
Friday, March 26 at 12 noon – Good Friday service
Saturday, March 27 at 8 p.m. – The Great Vigil of Easter
Sunday, March 28 – Easter services at 8 a.m. (spoken Holy Eucharist) and 10:30 a.m. (Choral Holy Eucharist)

Music at the Red Door: Songs of Faith and Freedom
2027-04-03 19:30
Local baritone Cleveland Williams offers a recital featuring two pillars of sacred vocal music: pieces composed by Johann Sebastian Bach, and African-American spirituals.
All Music at the Red Door concerts are FREE with no tickets/reservations required. Seating is first come, first served. We welcome donations (cash or check at the event or online before or after the event).

Choral Music for the Soul: Duruflé Requiem
2027-04-30 19:30
Join the St. John’s Adult Choir and youth Choir School for an evening of French classics, culminating in Maurice Duruflé’s spellbinding requiem. Choir School alumnus Ted Babbitt will play the ambitious organ accompaniment.
All Music at the Red Door concerts are FREE with no tickets/reservations required. Seating is first come, first served. We welcome donations (cash or check at the event or online before or after the event).

Choral Evensong
2027-05-16 17:00
Choral Evensong is an ancient, contemplative service of prayer, scripture, and music offered around sunset. St. John’s offers Choral Evensong about five times a year, with music from our own choirs as well as visiting ensembles.
The May 16 service of Choral Evensong will be sung by the adult choirs from St. John’s and the First Church of Christ, Farmington.

Music at the Red Door: Nat Reeves & Friends
2027-05-21 19:30
Local jazz legend Nat Reeves returns to St. John’s sanctuary along with other renowned musicians. They will dazzle and entertain with jazz favorites and improvisations.
All Music at the Red Door concerts are FREE with no tickets/reservations required. Seating is first come, first served. We welcome donations (cash or check at the event or online before or after the event).
