Parish Life

Events

Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper
On the last night before Lent, a season of penitence leading to Easter, St. John's celebrates Shrove Tuesday with a pancake supper.   The Men of St. John's cook and serve pancakes and sausage to the parish.  See pictures of our feast.

Kanuga Weekend
Each February, the annual parish weekend is held at the Kanuga Conference Center in Hendersonville, North Carolina. The Kanuga Weekend Committee plans all programs and entertainment for the weekend. All ages, families and singles alike attend the weekend. Scholarships are available.

Pentecost Luncheon
Pentecost is the "birthday of the Church." On this day, the Holy Spirit inspired the apostles and tongues of fire rested on each.  To celebrate Pentecost, St. John's enjoys a luncheon or picnic. Often we recognize those who have served in different ministries and programs throughout the year, such as Sunday school teachers, choirs, basketball coaches and players, scouts, and acolytes. See photos of a past Pentecost.

Gravatt Day
The annual parish picnic is held on a Sunday in May at the Bishop Gravatt Center near Aiken. The parish gathers for a service by the lake and shares a picnic lunch. Games for all ages are offered, and the children love swimming in the lake!  See photos.

Women's Retreat

The St. John's Women's Retreat is held annually in late spring, usually March, at the Bishop Gravatt Center located near Aiken, South Carolina. Women in today's world are busier than ever.  Every woman, ages 21 to 101, is invited and encouraged to take a weekend away from it all to grow in the love of Christ by learning from and studying with other women.  Relationships are developed and strengthened in this very special weekend together. You don't want to miss it.  See pictures of our last Retreat.