Who are we?

We are a caring and engaged community of all ages, some long-time members and some wonderfully new, who value inclusiveness not only in who makes up the Body of Christ but also in the multiple ways in which we worship — traditional, contemporary, and contemplative. We believe that people of various religious backgrounds, and of no religious background at all, are welcome with us. We hope at St. John’s they will feel met by God who already knows and loves them.

 

We value

• Care for each other

• Fellowship and formation for people at all stages of life who are looking for community and spiritual growth 

• Intellectual and spiritual curiosity

• Wide-ranging outreach ministries

• Vibrant music programs

 

Our congregation and campus have deep roots, historic buildings, and beloved traditions, along with modern facilities for contemporary worship and a thriving Episcopal school for children from preschool through 5th grade. We are the privileged stewards of large and beautiful grounds, which we endeavor to care for as integral to God’s Creation.

 

Our next rector will be someone who will love us into our next chapter, and guide us into the work of reconciliation in the world.

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What do we seek?

→A well-organized leader who thrives in a people-centered, many-faceted, vibrant, collaborative environment and who can develop effective, joyful lay leadership.

 

The new rector should be self-aware and demonstrate warmth and responsive listening in order to build relationships and make all feel worthy, welcomed, and cared for. This person should work toward both deepening and expanding the sense of fellowship within our community.

 

This person should have strong writing and speaking skills and be able to preach sermons that engage, inspire, and make the gospel relevant to our modern lives. We hope our new rector will lead us to sustain and expand our programs in Christian formation for all ages.

 

This person also needs to be interested in learning about and supporting our Episcopal Day school, and in understanding the financial needs and concerns of St. John’s.

 

We also need someone who is flexible and in tune with effective practices for sustaining an Episcopal congregation in the face of new challenges, and who is committed to bringing in and nurturing youth, young families, and the next generation in our community.

 

We seek to become a visible and welcoming spiritual and emotional resource in Howard County. 

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Questions should be directed to The Rev. Kristin Krantz, Canon for Transitions at KKrantz@episcopalmaryland.org.