Weekly announcements for the week of September 13, 2026, at st-johns-ocean-springs.

Ministries & Groups

• Worship Roles: Volunteers of all ages needed for lectors, intercessors, acolytes, torch bearers, ushers, greeters, and crucifers.
• Caregiver & Bereavement Support: Meets Tuesday, September 22, 2:30–3:45 p.m. Contact Keith Stuart.
• Merry Widows: Meets second Tuesdays at 11:00 a.m. at local restaurants. Contact Lena Melton.
• Daughters of the King: Collecting "Christmas in July" donations through October. Meets first Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. in the old EYC Room.
• Adult Bible Study: This fall, the rector teaches "Survey of the Old Testament" (continuing education for clergy in Louisiana and Mississippi).

Parish Notes

• Accessibility: Large-print leaflets, printed sermons, assistive hearing devices, and pew Communion available.
• Office Helper: Volunteers needed Wednesday mornings (9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.).
• Parking Notice: Neighbors at St. Paul have requested St. John's refrain from using their parking lot.
• Communications: Submit news to Parish Administrator Rogena Woods (Rogena.mitchell@sjosms.org).