SPECIAL  EVENTS



Choral Evensong

Sunday, November 8 at 5:00 pm

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Experience a peaceful evening of beautiful music and reflection at our upcoming Choral Evensong, a distinctive Northern Virginia tradition. This inviting service blends ancient choral liturgy into a contemplative hour of peace, offering you a quiet space to unwind, think, and pray while twelve of our region’s finest professional choristers lead the worship. Featuring the stunning music of Arthur Baynon, Martin Neary, Herbert Murrill, and Edward Bairstow. This free event concludes with a friendly reception in Shears Hall, and all are welcome. Sponsored by the Music Fund.


Choral Evensong at St. John's happens every fourth Sunday at 5:00 pm!


YOUNG ADULTS NOVEMBER EVENT:

Trivia Night

Put your random knowledge to the test! If you're age 21 to 41, join the St. John’s Young Adults for an epic Trivia Night.

  • When: Tuesday, November 10 from 7:00 to 9:00 pm
  • Where: Caboose Commons, 2918 Eskridge Rd., Fairfax
  • How: Learn more and sign up HERE.

Are you 21–41? Stay in the loop! The Young Adults Group is planning activities for the program year! Join our mailing list HERE to receive our monthly event updates. Questions? Reach out to us HERE!


Caring Close Knit Crafters (CCKC)

Thursday, November 12 at 10:30 am in Smoot Conference Room

Whether you enjoy knitting, crocheting, needlepoint, painting, or simply need to finish a mending project, bring your current work-in-progress and a friend. All are welcome for creativity and conversation. Questions? Contact the Parish Office or Jayne Swanson or the Parish Office.

CCKC at St. John's happens every second Thursday at 10:30 am!


FREE CONCERT:

Witness Tree Reunion

Saturday, November 14 at 4:00 pm

This evocative performance celebrates folk legends like Pete Seeger, Joni Mitchell, James Taylor, and Simon & Garfunkel, weaving historical storytelling through timeless music.


The concert features a father-daughter collaboration between veteran troubadour Matt Miskie and Dr. Madeline Miskie, an accomplished vocalist and educator.


Together, they return to their musical roots for an uplifting, unforgettable autumn afternoon. Sponsored by the Music Fund.


Learn more about the duo HERE.


Men in Faith (MIF)

Sunday, November 15 at 5:00 pm at the Tregoning family home (6052 Ramshorn Place McLean, VA 22101)

Join us as our Rector leads a conversation on gratitude, followed by a taste test of McLean’s best pizzas. Wear your favorite football team’s gear (pro or college) and RSVP HERE to claim a slot for pizza, drinks, or sides. Questions? Contact Greg Stayin. See you there!


Booklovers Discussions

Calling all bookworms and page-turners! Whether you are a lifelong reader or looking to dive into some great conversation, the Booklovers group welcomes you. Contact Nancy Simon for the Zoom link.


Thursday, November 19 from 7:00 to 8:00 pm EST on Zoom: Please join us for a discussion of the prize-winning novel The Correspondent by Virginia Evans. Told entirely through correspondence, a retired lawyer is forced to confront a painful past before she can move forward.

  • Tues., Jan. 26: The King at the Edge of the World by Arthur Phillips
  • Tues., Feb. 23: The Daughters of Yalta by Catherine Grace Katz
  • Tues., Mar. 30: Theo of Golden by Allen Levi

Advent Wreath Making

Sunday, November 29 at 9:15 am and after the 10:15 am Service

Come prepare for the season by making your own Advent wreath—all materials and instructions are provided, with a suggested donation of $20 per wreath. This special event will take the place of Sunday School that day.


To help create your wreath, we are excited to again offer beautiful handcrafted ceramic Advent wreath forms ($50) alongside our foam-based options.


Uniquely made by Mel Paris—a potter from Marietta, GA, and father of Sally Benton, our Director of Children, Youth, and Family Ministries—these reusable ceramic forms keep your greenery watered and are designed for repeated use each Advent, as well as for general floral arrangements.


Ceramic Form: Order yours for $50 HERE. Quantities are limited. 


RSVP TODAY

Supper Church

Sunday, December 6 at 5:00 pm in Shears Hall

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Come to share a simple meal, enjoy each other’s company, explore scripture’s relevance to our lives, and partake in communion in a unique way. A $5 per person suggested donation ($20 family max) is appreciated for dinner. Please RSVP so we know you're coming.


Supper Church at St. John's happens every first Sunday at 5:00 pm!

RSVP HERE

Singing Our Faith

Fourth Sunday Study: Singing Our Faith

Every Fourth Sunday from 9:10 to 10:00 am


  • In Person (Smoot Conference Room)
  • AND on Zoom


Join us every 4th Sunday for Singing Our Faith—exploring the church year through Scripture and hymns. Led by parishioners, we consider the theology of scripture and hymns, how they speak to us in different seasons, and how these practices can deepen our faith. Drop in for any or all discussions, no preparation necessary. Questions? Please contact Kim Clark Pakstys. Learn more HERE.


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