Worship at St. John’s
Worship Services at SJH
Worship on Sunday is the heart of our community life at St. John’s, and we welcome everyone to join us for worship.
Our worship style is traditional. The order of service is from the Book of Common Prayer of the Episcopal Church. The 8 AM service follows Rite I with no music. The 10 AM service is in Rite II with hymns, organ, and choral music.
Sunday Worship — Program Year
Labor Day to Memorial Day
- 8 AM — Rite I Holy Eucharist using traditional, Elizabethan language and no music
- 9:30 AM — Sunday School for young people through elementary school
- 10 AM — Rite II Choral Eucharist using contemporary, modern language and choral accompaniment
Sunday Worship — Summer
- 9 AM — Holy Eucharist, alternating between Rite I and Rite II
This schedule is subject to change. Please check our calendar or call the Parish Office to confirm.
Noonday Prayer in the Church
12:15 PM on Wednesdays — Doors open at noon.
Worship Online
Join St. John’s for Online Morning Prayer every weekday.
Online Morning Prayer
9 AM — Monday through Friday
Baptisms
What is Baptism?
Holy Baptism is the sacrament by which God adopts us as children and makes us members of Christ’s Body, the Church, and inheritors of the kingdom of God.
What is the outward and visible sign?
Water, in which the person is baptized in the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
What is the inward and spiritual grace?
Union with Christ in his death and resurrection, birth into God’s family the Church, forgiveness of sins, and new life in the Holy Spirit.
Does the Episcopal Church accept other Christian baptisms?
Yes, as long as the Baptism is done with water and by the invocation of the Holy Trinity.
Parents and children are asked to attend St. John’s as a sign of commitment before preparation begins. Preparation classes are required, and godparents must be baptized Christians who prayerfully accept their role in the child’s spiritual nurturing.
Have more questions? Please contact the Parish Office.
Preparing for Baptism
Parents and children are asked to attend St. John’s as a sign of commitment and serious intention before preparation begins. Preparation classes are also required.
Choosing Godparents
Godparents must be baptized Christians. They are asked to take this calling seriously and prayerfully, sharing in the spiritual nurturing and well-being of the child as the child grows.
Funerals
The death of a member of the Church should be reported as soon as possible to the parish priest, and arrangements for the funeral should be made in consultation with the priest. Baptized Christians are properly buried from the church. The funeral service marks the final rite of passage for the deceased.
The family should notify the Parish Office and arrange with a funeral home for the care of the repose of the dead. The funeral director will work with the Parish Office on the burial date and time, and the priest will meet with the family to discuss the service.
If possible, funeral details should be discussed with the parish priest before one’s death or included in the will. This alleviates the burden of decision from family members.
When a person is near death, please notify the parish priest so the ministrations of the Church may be provided, including the last confession and Communion.
Planning a Funeral
If possible, the details of the funeral service should be discussed with the parish priest before one’s death or included in the will. This can alleviate the burden of decision from family members.
Contact the Parish Office
Speak with us about funeral planning and arrangements at St. John’s.
Get in TouchOther Sacraments
Like other Christians, Episcopalians note seven sacraments in the life of the Church. Two of these are major: Holy Eucharist and Baptism.
The other five are considered “minor sacraments”—holy moments not specifically instituted by Christ, yet important for Christ’s Church to continue to mark and celebrate.
A Sacramental Life
Holy Eucharist and Baptism are the two major sacraments. Five other holy moments continue to mark and celebrate the life of Christ’s Church.
Learn More About the Sacraments
Discover how Episcopalians understand and celebrate the sacramental life of the Church.
Questions About Worship or Sacraments?
Please contact the Parish Office to speak with us about worship, Baptism, funerals, or another sacramental celebration.
St. John's Episcopal Church
12 Prospect Street | Huntington, NY 11743
office@stjohnshuntington.org
(631) 427-1752
