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Welcome to St. John's Huntington!
Welcome, Father Thomas!
The Vestry of St. John's is pleased to announce the election of the Reverend Thomas Becker ("Thomas" or "Father Thomas") as our next Priest-in-Charge. His first Sunday worshipping with us will be December 21, and a short bio follows. Please join us in celebrating this new chapter in our parish's history!
Father Thomas was born and raised in Newark, Delaware. He holds degrees from Centre College (B.S., Economics), Vanderbilt University (M.Ed., Leadership & Organizational Performance), and Sewanee: The University of the South (M.Div.). Prior to his ordination, Father Thomas worked for his entire career in school settings in areas adjacent to Appalachia, including stints in both higher and secondary boarding education. In addition to admission roles at Vanderbilt and Centre, he served in a variety of positions at The Webb School (Bell Buckle, TN) and Christ School (Arden, NC) including teacher, coach, lay chaplain, college counselor, and dorm parent.
During seminary, Father Thomas completed over a year and a half of field education at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. After graduating, he accepted a call back to his “chosen home” of Kentucky where he served as Associate Rector at Christ Church Cathedral in Lexington. There, he worked as the clergy coordinator for Christ Church’s Pastoral Care, Outreach, Pride (LGBTQ+), Youth, and Young Adult ministries.
Since 2024, Father Thomas has served in a variety of roles across the Episcopal Diocese of Delaware: Associate Chaplain at St. Andrew's School in Middletown, Chaplain-in-Residence at Camp Arrowhead in Lewes, and as Supply Clergy up and down the state. He will make his home in Huntington with his beloved and lovable mini Aussie (Maggie), his Green Bay Packers paraphernalia, well-worn hiking boots, a growing Blenko glass collection, a needlepoint project in some stage of completion, and more books than any one human needs to own.
Father Thomas Welcome Video Link
Thank you for your generosity! Please consider setting up a recurring Plate or Stewardship gift to support our ministry year-round.
St. John’s Church is a 501(c)3 Religious Organization. Your contribution is tax deductible as allowed by law.
What's Up at St. John's ...
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| ST. JOHN'S ALTAR GUILD CHRISTMAS POINSETTIAS-
Each Christmas, St. John’s Altar Guild beautifully decorates the church with poinsettias.
We invite you to be part of this tradition by contributing a poinsettia in memory of a loved one or in thanksgiving for your blessings.
If you would like your dedication to be included in the Christmas bulletin, please complete and return the attached form to the Parish Office by Friday, December 12th
If you have any questions, feel free to contact the Parish Office at sconway@stjohnshuntington.org or (631) 427-1752
Please make checks payable to St. John’s Church, and indicate Altar Guild - Poinsettias in the memo line.
Forms are located in the back of the church or at the following link:
2025 Christmas Poinsettia Order Form
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| SPIRITUALITY GROUP ADVENT RETREAT AT TRINITY EPISCOPAL CHURCH
Saturday, December 20th at 9:00 am
Trinity Episcopal Church
130 Main Street
Northport, NY 11768
St. John’s Spirituality Group invites you for a quiet day starting with breakfast, prayer, and reflection. Free will offering would be appreciated.
"Jesus Before Our Eyes" with Father Andrew Garnett
Please contact Patti Aliperti for more information.
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| SING NOEL!
Sunday, December 21st at 7:30 pm
Take a joyous break from the holiday rush and join us for our annual concert of Christmas songs, carols and stories featuring the musical talents of
Leslie McBride, soprano
Leslie Valentine, mezzo-soprano
Douglas Purcell, tenor
Larry Long, bass
Christine Doré, piano
Join us in the Great Hall afterwards to meet the artists and enjoy some Christmas cheer. Tickets are $20, $10 for seniors, veterans, and students. Tickets are available at the door or online:
SING NOEL TICKETS
Contact the Parish Office for more information at (631) 427-1752 or info@stjohnshuntington.org
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| CHRISTIAN EDUCATION 2025-26
Due to the current shorter 10am service, we will convene in the Canterbury Classroom (aka the Canterbury Corner) at 9:40 and begin classes at 9:45.
If you haven't filled out a registration form, please do so as soon as you can. The form can be found online, or in paper format in the Canterbury Classroom.
Any questions? Send an email to Christinedorepiano@gmail.com
We are excited for another great year of learning about God’s love, practicing kindness and helping the community.
~The Sunday School Team~
SUNDAY SCHOOL CALENDAR
SUNDAY SCHOOL REGISTRATION FORM 2025-26
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| THRIFT SHOP
Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays, noon to 3pm. Come & Shop our wide selection of clothing, accessories, and household items!
Donate - We accept donations of new or gently used clothing, accessories, and household items. Please no books, furniture, out-dated electronics, or damaged items.
Volunteer - We are still bulding our teams. If you wish to become a volunteer, please call (631) 427-1752, ext 106.
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| LECTIONARY REFLECTIONS
Wednesdays at 11:00am in the Guild Room
Join us for fellowship and community in our discussion group on Wednesdays in the Guild Room at 11:00 am. Each week we explore this coming Sunday's Lectionary lessons with a focus on applying these teachings to our own lives in the modern world. Prior understanding of scripture and ownership of a Bible, are not required. Come join us as we learn and grow together. Please reach out to Sue Hockett with any questions, (631) 427-1752, ext. 101
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NOONDAY PRAYER
Wednesdays at 12:15 pm. Come and find peace in the middle of the week in our beautiful, historic, air-conditioned church. The doors will be open from noon until 1 pm for prayer and quiet contemplation.
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St. John's Episcopal Church
12 Prospect St. | Huntington, NY 11743 | PH: (631) 427-1752
Sunday Services at 8 AM and 10 AM
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