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Religious Education
Imagine a school where you can start the day with both the Pledge of Allegiance and a prayer.
Imagine your children spending their formative years in an environment where they are safe, secure and nurtured with traditional Christian spiritual values.
We believe that preparation for life in the modern world is incomplete without a foundation in faith. As a church-sponsored school, we consider spiritual development to be of paramount importance.
An education at St. John’s is faith-centered and set in the rich Episcopal tradition, yet committed to engendering the utmost respect for those of other religions.
Our students, many from backgrounds outside the Episcopal church, attend chapel two times per week, serve as acolytes and assist in the worship services. In addition, there are regular prayer times and character education lessons designed for each particular student's grade level.
St. John's Chapel
 Attendance in Chapel is required, and quiet, courteous attention is expected upon entering the Chapel.
Preschool and Kindergarten Chapel is held once a week. The First through Eighth Grade student body worships together on Wednesdays.
Chapel time consists of music, prayer, and a Bible story or reading. Often discussions of holidays and current events are included. The chapel service is based on the office of Morning Prayer from the Episcopal Book of Common Prayer and is basic in its use of Psalms, Bible readings, and prayers, including the Lord's Prayer. Students frequently participate in the services as lay readers, acolytes, and through both vocal and instrumental music.
Once a month, generally the third Wednesday of the month, the 1st - 8th grade students, teachers and staff celebrate the Eucharist, the principle order of worship of
 the Episcopal church. It is similar to the Mass, Lord's Supper, or communion services of other denominations.
A child who is baptized in the Christian faith, and has received instruction or who would receive communion in his/her denomination, may receive from our altar. It is at the discretion of parent and child. We do request that you include a copy of your child's baptismal certificate if you wish for your child to receive communion. You may indicate your wishes in this regard on the Student Permission Slip included in the enrollment packet.
Parents are always welcome and encouraged to participate at any of our services.
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