Special Events
Easter
Easter is the high feast of the Christian year when we celebrate what Christianity is all about, the resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. During Easter week we also have services daily including a foot washing service on Maundy Thursday, a Good Friday Service, and an Easter Vigil on Saturday. There are two Holy Eucharist Services on Easter morning with a fabulous Parish Breakfast in between.
Parish Suppers
The Women’s Guild puts out the best food in the county at the Parish Suppers held on the 2nd Tuesday of each month from May through October. The cost is $7 per person. Don’t miss it!!!
Pentecost
In spring, we celebrate Pentecost which is the birthday of the Christian church. This celebration commemorates the coming of the Holy Spirit to the young church when everyone understood everyone else although they were all speaking different languages. This service is a joyful celebration for us when the church is always full of the Holy Spirit.
Pet Memorial Service
In July, we celebrate the lives of our pets that have died at the Pet Memorial Service. This service is held outdoors (weather permitting). Parictipants bring a framed photograph of the pet(s) whose lives we are celebrating and they will be displayed and blessed. The offering benefits Lakes Region Humane Society and the parish of St. John the Baptist.
Calico Fair
In July, we hold our more than 100 year old country fair where you’ll find all manner of food, knick knacks, arts, crafts, household articles, face painting and fun and games for the kids.
Vacation Bible School
Vacation Bible School is an ecumenical program provided by the churches of Wakefield. Click here for information on the current Vacation Bible School program. You can fill out this Registration Form on line and get your children enrolled now! Registrations are due July 15th, 2007
Episcogolf Tournament
In August, we hold our annual Episcogolf Tournament at the Province Lake Golf Club in Parsonsfield, Maine. The Tournament is a shotgun tournament followed by a fabulous dinner for participants as well as anyone who likes good food! The Tournament raises funds for the children of Wakefield and the surrounding area.
Jazz Mass on the Grass
In September, we have a wonderful Jazz Mass outside (weather permitting) with the Moose Mountain Jazz Band performing fabulous, rocking service music!
St. Francis’ Blessing of the Animals
In October, on the Sunday nearest the Feast of St. Francis we have the Blessing of the Animals. Parishioners and community members bring their pets and animals of all shapes and sizes to be blessed. It is quite a sight.
Advent Lessons & Carols
To kick off the Advent season, St. John’s hosts the annual ecumenical Advent Lessons and Carols service. During this season, all the area church join together in this candlelight service to hear the stories of the Christian church, with carols and special musical presentations from the church choirs.
Christmas
The Christmas season at St. John’s is a festive time with a family Eucharist at 5:00 pm, a Choral Eucharist at 10:30 pm, a Christmas pageant staged by the children and a Festival of Carols.