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Inside St. John's on a Sunday: the congregation in the pews beneath the dark wooden roof beams, with the blue chancel at left

Plan your visit

Your first Sunday at St. John’s

We’d love to meet you. Here’s what you need to know before you come: when we meet, where to find us, and what a Sunday is like.

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Photo: Dax Anderson

Sundays10 AMHoly Eucharist, about an hour and fifteen minutes
Where139 St Johns PlaceThe main door. Someone will be outside to welcome you and show you where to go.
KidsStraight downstairsBring them to Miss Chelsy as you arrive; they come up for Communion.
AfterCoffee hourStay as long as you like. It’s the easiest way to meet people.

What a Sunday
is like.

About an hour and fifteen minutes. Come as you are: some people dress up; most don’t.

  1. The brownstone front of St. John's with its red door, under a blue sky
    Arriving

    Find the red door.

    139 St Johns Place, between Sixth and Seventh Avenues. The B, Q, 2 and 3 trains are a short walk away.

  2. A baby looking over a parent's shoulder in the crowded nave
    Kids

    Bring the kids.

    K–6th grade head downstairs to Sunday School. Little ones stay with you; the Prayground is right in the nave.

  3. Two singers laughing at their microphones during worship
    10 AM

    We begin with music.

    Hymns, spirituals, gospel and jazz, with Sterling Cozza at the piano and our choir.

  4. People in the pews listening during the service
    The Word

    We hear the good news.

    The Bible read aloud, and a sermon about what Jesus has done for us.

  5. Two people embracing during the passing of the peace
    The Peace

    Say hello.

    Midway through, we turn and greet the people around us.

  6. Candles burning on the altar
    The Table

    Come to the table.

    The kids come back up. All baptized Christians are welcome to receive; anyone may come forward for a blessing.

  7. A long table of food and treats at a parish gathering in the nave
    After

    Stay for coffee.

    Coffee, bagels, and whatever else people bring. It’s the easiest way to meet people.

  8. Your first Sunday

    Sundays
    at 10 AM.

    139 St Johns Place, Brooklyn.
    Wednesday healing service at 12:10 PM.

    Plan your visit

About 150 of us on a typical Sunday.

Many young adults and families, from every background. Come as you are: you’ll be welcomed, not singled out.

Miss Chelsy with children at Sunday School on Easter

For families

Bring the kids

Sunday School is for kindergarten through 6th grade, every Sunday at 10, September through June. Bring them downstairs to Miss Chelsy as you arrive; they join you upstairs in time for Communion. Little ones are welcome in the service, with the Prayground right in the nave.

All our Sunday School teachers are trained and background-checked.

Sunday School & Youth Corp

Good to know

Your questions, answered

How do I get there?

We’re at 139 St Johns Place, between Sixth and Seventh Avenues. Most people walk or take the train: the 7th Avenue station (B, Q) and Grand Army Plaza (2, 3) are both a short walk away. If you drive, parking is on the street.

What should I wear?

Come as you are. Some people dress up; most don’t.

What about my kids?

Sunday School (kindergarten through 6th grade) meets during the 10 AM service: children head straight downstairs when families arrive, then join everyone upstairs in time for Holy Communion. Babies, toddlers and kids are always welcome in the service, with the Prayground right in the nave. Youth Corp (grades 6–12) meets Sunday evenings, led by Miss Chelsy. More for kids

Will I know what to do?

Everything you need is in the bulletin, every word and every song, so you can follow along or simply listen. No one will single you out, and there’s no wrong way to take part: stand, sit, sing, or simply listen. New to this kind of worship? Here’s what to expect.

Can I receive Communion?

All baptized Christians are welcome to receive. If you’re not baptized, or would rather not receive, you’re welcome to come forward for a blessing (cross your arms over your chest) or to stay in your seat.

How long is the service?

About an hour and fifteen minutes.

What happens afterward?

Coffee hour, right after the service: coffee, bagels, and whatever else people bring, which is often a lot. It’s the easiest way to meet people. Stay as long as you like.

Can I watch online?

Our services aren’t streamed: Sunday is for being here together. You can listen to recent sermons any time.

The Rev. Ben DeHart

Before you come

Questions? Just ask.

Rev. Ben DeHart, our rector, would love to hear from you, whether you have a question about the church or just want to say hello. If you’d like to meet before your first Sunday, he’s always glad to grab coffee.

Email Rev. Benoffice@parkslopechurch.org
Call the office(929) 242-9370
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