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Our Campaign to Grow in Faith, Fellowship, and Service
Shine Forth
Your gift will help write a new chapter in the story of St. John the Divine — a story that will continue to be written by all the families who will walk these halls in the generations to come. This is your chance to help strengthen the foundations of our community and leave a lasting legacy.
Children
Introducing children 5th grade and younger to Christ and helping them develop a lasting relationship with God
Youth
Equipping students in grades 6 – 12 for a life of faith that continues long after they leave school and our program
Adults
Offering learning, fellowship, and service opportunities for people of all ages and stages of adulthood
Coming Up
Ash Wednesday Service
Feb 18, 2026 • 7:00am - 8:00am
Begin your observance of a Holy Lent with Traditional Ash Wednesday services at 7 am, 12 pm, and 6 pm in the Church. Ashes-only services are offered at 2:30 and 4:30 pm in the Chapel.
Shrove Tuesday Luncheon
Feb 17, 2026 • 11:00am - 1:00pm
The women of St. John the Divine and St. Luke's Methodist are warmly invited to our annual Shrove Tuesday Luncheon. This year's speaker is Dr. Jennifer Powell McNutt, the author of The Mary We Forgot (Brazos, 2024) and Professor of Theology and History of Christianity at Wheaton College's Litfin Divinity School. Jennifer is passionate about teaching about Jesus and will bring a message on how Mary Magdalene points us to Christ, according to the Gospels. Table of 8: SOLD OUT; Single ticket: $35. Tickets are going fast, so reserve today! Childcare will be provided. Free valet parking available.
From Pancakes to Partnerships
Feb 15, 2026 • 10:00am - 11:15am
A day to learn more and support some of the partnerships that reflect our call to be "A Light for the City". Come to Sumners Hall during the 10 am education hour and purchase a plate of pancakes made by SJD youth and their parents to support youth mission trips to Costa Rica and San Antonio this summer. After tucking in, come to the Hall Life Center at 10:30 am for an information session on St. John the Divine and Ascension Episcopal Church's partnership.
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Find a deep sense of belonging at St. John the Divine! Grow your faith in a Bible study, gather for a game of Pickleball, or serve others along with others — whether you're looking to have fun, deepen your knowledge of the Bible, or develop lasting relationships with friends of all ages, you'll find an opportunity to connect with a loving community of faithful people at St. John the Divine
Children's Sunday School
Sundays, 10:15am
Dynamics of Vibrant Church: A Gospel Vision for You and SJD
Sundays, 10:15am
The Creative Call - An Artist's Response to the Way of the Spirit
Sundays, 10:15am
The Last Words of Jesus
Sundays, 10:15am
Opportunities to serve
Serving is a great way to get connected with others and make a difference. When you volunteer, you can make church feel like home, and share your faith in Houston and beyond.
At St. John's
Serve in the Church
In Our City
Serve in Houston
Good For Families
Serve with your Family
A Light for the World
How does the Christian faith shine in a divided and uncertain world? This sermon reflects on Jesus’ call to be the light of the world and the salt of the earth, inviting the Church to embody a visible, compelling hope. When lives and communities are transformed by Christ, the gospel is no longer just heard—it is seen.