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SUMMARY:4th Annual Pride Mass
DESCRIPTION:St. John’s Episcopal Church is honored to celebrate our fourth annual Pride Mass\, a special service held in connection with the Sylva Pride Festival. \nThis service celebrates the dignity\, worth\, and belovedness of every person and offers an opportunity for our whole community to worship together. We are grateful for the ongoing support of Sylva Pride and honored to be part of this tradition. \nThis special service is open to the whole community\, and all are welcome\, always. \nWe also encourage everyone to dress in whatever way makes you feel most comfortable and confident. That invitation is true at every service at St. John’s\, and we especially celebrate it during Pride. \nLearn more about the Sylva Pride Festival and the work of Sylva Pride at sylvancpride.org.
URL:https://stjohnssylva.org/event/4th-annual-pride-mass/
LOCATION:St. John’s Sylva – Parish Hall\, 18 Jackson St.\, Sylva\, NC\, 28779\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Happenings,Community Partners,Parish Events
ORGANIZER;CN="St. John's Sylva":MAILTO:saintjohnssylva@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T150000
DTSTAMP:20260730T041637Z
CREATED:20251210T044501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T041637Z
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SUMMARY:Pic-N-Play
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://stjohnssylva.org/event/pic-n-play-23/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Community Partners,Parish Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260920T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260920T130000
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SUMMARY:Coffee Hour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Coffee Hour! Each Sunday directly after the service\, we share food\, coffee\, and conversation in our Parish Hall\, located on the lower floor of the church. We share a lot of life\, learning\, and laughter during this hour.
URL:https://stjohnssylva.org/event/coffee-hour-45/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Parish Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T100000
DTSTAMP:20260917T195554Z
CREATED:20260917T195554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T195554Z
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SUMMARY:Garden Ministry Work Day
DESCRIPTION:Join the St. John’s Garden Ministry on Tuesday mornings at 9:00 a.m. (weather permitting) as we care for the church garden together.\n\n\nWhether you’ve been gardening for years or have never planted a seed\, everyone is welcome! No experience or tools are required. Just wear comfortable clothes and shoes you don’t mind getting a little dirty. \nPark in the driveway beside the church\, bring a water bottle\, and come enjoy a morning of fellowship\, fresh air\, and service. Afterward\, many of us gather in the Parish Hall for snacks and tea or lemonade. \nCheck our Facebook page for updates. \nWant to get involved? Please reach out to Paul Busick at flygolf66@gmail.com or Joe Butler at judaculla3037@gmail.com. 
URL:https://stjohnssylva.org/event/garden-ministry-work-day-18/
LOCATION:St. John’s Sylva – Garden\, 18 Jackson St.\, Sylva\, NC\, 28779\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Happenings,Parish Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Garden Ministry":MAILTO:flygolf66@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T183000
DTSTAMP:20260723T204910Z
CREATED:20260723T204633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T204910Z
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SUMMARY:St. John's Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us each Tuesday for St. John’s Book Club\, a weekly opportunity to read\, learn\, and discuss together as part of our adult Christian education program. \nThis fall we’ll be reading Misquoting Jesus: The Story Behind Who Changed the Bible and Why by Bart D. Ehrman\, exploring the origins of the New Testament and how the biblical text has been transmitted through history. We’ll discuss one section each week\, with everyone encouraged to read the assigned pages beforehand. \nThe group is open to everyone. No registration is required\, and participants are welcome to join at any point and attend as their schedules allow. \nReading Schedule \n\nSept. 22 – Welcome & Introduction (pp. 1–15)\nSept. 29 – Chapter 1 (pp. 17–43)\nOct. 6 – Chapter 2 (pp. 45–69)\nOct. 13 – Chapter 3 (pp. 71–99)\nOct. 20 – Chapter 4 (pp. 101–125)\nOct. 27 – Chapter 5 (pp. 128–149)\nNov. 3 – Chapter 6 (pp. 151–175)\nNov. 10 – Chapter 7 (pp. 177–205)\nNov. 17 – Chapter 8 (pp. 207–218)\nNov. 24 – Wrap-Up Discussion\n\nNeed a copy? The book is available through the NC Cardinal library system\, at the public libraries in Sylva\, Franklin\, and Cashiers\, on Kindle\, and through City Lights Bookstore in Bryson City. If there is sufficient interest\, we’ll coordinate a group book order. \nWe hope you’ll join us as we explore scripture\, history\, and faith together through engaging conversation.
URL:https://stjohnssylva.org/event/st-johns-book-club/
LOCATION:St. John’s Sylva – Parish Hall\, 18 Jackson St.\, Sylva\, NC\, 28779\, United States
CATEGORIES:Parish Events
ORGANIZER;CN="St. John's Book Club":MAILTO:lynn.hogue@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T183000
DTSTAMP:20251210T051509Z
CREATED:20251210T044501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T051509Z
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SUMMARY:Choir Practice
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://stjohnssylva.org/event/choir-practice-46/
LOCATION:St. John’s Sylva – Choir Room\, 18 Jackson St.\, Sylva\, NC\, 28779\, United States
CATEGORIES:Parish Events
ORGANIZER;CN="St. John's Choir":MAILTO:music@stjohnssylva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T194500
DTSTAMP:20260917T190801Z
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SUMMARY:September Family Movie Night
DESCRIPTION:St. John’s Children’s Ministry  invites all to join us for our September Family Movie Night. \nWe’ll gather in the Parish Hall to watch Finding Nemo (G) together. Come comfortable in your PJs and ready for a relaxed evening together. \nPizza\, salad\, and popcorn will be provided. There is no cost to attend. \nAll are welcome. Please RSVP through the event or to Beth so we know how many people to prepare food and seating for.
URL:https://stjohnssylva.org/event/september-family-movie-night/
LOCATION:St. John’s Sylva – Parish Hall\, 18 Jackson St.\, Sylva\, NC\, 28779\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Happenings,Parish Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Ministry":MAILTO:eaj_28741@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260927T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260927T103000
DTSTAMP:20260814T015838Z
CREATED:20260814T015826Z
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SUMMARY:Barriers to Housing: Conversation with Dr. Trey Adcock
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a conversation with Dr. Trey Adcock\, Executive Director of the Center for Native Health. The Center for Native Health works to build thriving Indigenous communities through “the preservation and respectful application of Native knowledge.” \nThis conversation will invite us to learn more about the experiences and challenges facing Indigenous communities and to consider how history\, culture\, systems\, and access to resources can shape the barriers people encounter when seeking stable housing. This conversation is part of St. John’s ongoing effort through the Shelter from the Storm grant to listen\, learn\, and explore ways to better understand and respond to housing challenges in our community. \nWhen: Sunday\, September 27 • 9:30–10:30 AM\nWhere: St. John’s Episcopal Church\, Choir Room\nIf there is significant interest\, we will move to the Parish Hall. \nAll are welcome. Always. \nPlease RSVP so we can prepare for those who plan to attend and arrange the appropriate space.
URL:https://stjohnssylva.org/event/barriers-to-housing-conversation-with-dr-trey-adcock/
LOCATION:St. John’s Sylva – Choir Room\, 18 Jackson St.\, Sylva\, NC\, 28779\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Happenings,Parish Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260927T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260927T130000
DTSTAMP:20251210T051511Z
CREATED:20251210T044515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T051511Z
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SUMMARY:Coffee Hour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Coffee Hour! Each Sunday directly after the service\, we share food\, coffee\, and conversation in our Parish Hall\, located on the lower floor of the church. We share a lot of life\, learning\, and laughter during this hour.
URL:https://stjohnssylva.org/event/coffee-hour-46/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Parish Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T130000
DTSTAMP:20260814T020644Z
CREATED:20260814T020643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T020644Z
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SUMMARY:Healing Prayer
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a time of prayer for healing\, comfort\, strength\, and wholeness. Healing Prayer is led by Joe Noecker and offers a quiet\, welcoming opportunity to pause\, pray\, and bring our needs and the needs of others before God. \nHealing Prayer meets on the second and fourth Monday of each month from 12:15–1:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary/Nave at St. John’s Episcopal Church. \nAll are welcome.
URL:https://stjohnssylva.org/event/healing-prayer-3/
LOCATION:St. John’s Sylva – Sanctuary/Nave\, 18 Jackson St.\, Sylva\, NC\, 28779\, United States
CATEGORIES:Parish Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Joe Noecker":MAILTO:protectandgrow4u@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T183000
DTSTAMP:20260723T205024Z
CREATED:20260723T205024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T205024Z
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SUMMARY:St. John's Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us each Tuesday for St. John’s Book Club\, a weekly opportunity to read\, learn\, and discuss together as part of our adult Christian education program. \nThis fall we’ll be reading Misquoting Jesus: The Story Behind Who Changed the Bible and Why by Bart D. Ehrman\, exploring the origins of the New Testament and how the biblical text has been transmitted through history. We’ll discuss one section each week\, with everyone encouraged to read the assigned pages beforehand. \nThe group is open to everyone. No registration is required\, and participants are welcome to join at any point and attend as their schedules allow. \nReading Schedule \n\nSept. 22 – Welcome & Introduction (pp. 1–15)\nSept. 29 – Chapter 1 (pp. 17–43)\nOct. 6 – Chapter 2 (pp. 45–69)\nOct. 13 – Chapter 3 (pp. 71–99)\nOct. 20 – Chapter 4 (pp. 101–125)\nOct. 27 – Chapter 5 (pp. 128–149)\nNov. 3 – Chapter 6 (pp. 151–175)\nNov. 10 – Chapter 7 (pp. 177–205)\nNov. 17 – Chapter 8 (pp. 207–218)\nNov. 24 – Wrap-Up Discussion\n\nNeed a copy? The book is available through the NC Cardinal library system\, at the public libraries in Sylva\, Franklin\, and Cashiers\, on Kindle\, and through City Lights Bookstore in Bryson City. If there is sufficient interest\, we’ll coordinate a group book order. \nWe hope you’ll join us as we explore scripture\, history\, and faith together through engaging conversation.
URL:https://stjohnssylva.org/event/st-johns-book-club-2/
LOCATION:St. John’s Sylva – Parish Hall\, 18 Jackson St.\, Sylva\, NC\, 28779\, United States
CATEGORIES:Parish Events
ORGANIZER;CN="St. John's Book Club":MAILTO:lynn.hogue@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T183000
DTSTAMP:20251210T051512Z
CREATED:20251210T044516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T051512Z
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SUMMARY:Choir Practice
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://stjohnssylva.org/event/choir-practice-47/
LOCATION:St. John’s Sylva – Choir Room\, 18 Jackson St.\, Sylva\, NC\, 28779\, United States
CATEGORIES:Parish Events
ORGANIZER;CN="St. John's Choir":MAILTO:music@stjohnssylva.org
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