- At Christmastime, we collect unwrapped toys for children of all ages, to be distributed through Christmas Cheer.
- Bring canned and boxed foods to church to be taken to local food banks for distribution.
- Led by Michael Freeman. He sends cards or email greetings for various occasions, including birthdays, anniversaries, and other celebratory events.
- Aims to spread God’s joy through thoughtful communication.
- A ministry of Wendy Vane. The Sunday greeters provide bags of age-appropriate items to children to help them experience God’s love in a tangible way.
- Children under 2 years of age are provided stuffed animals, and those between the ages of 3 and 10 receive crayons, religious-themed coloring books, and puzzles.
- A ministry of Lorraine Tiffany-Malone-assembles welcome bags for adults who visit St. John.
- Each bag includes information on St. John, the wider Episcopal Church, and an edible treat. Also included is a 25-cent coin honoring Pauli Murray, the first African American woman priest in the Episcopal Church of America.
- Inspired by Jesus’ words: “If ye have done it unto the least of these my brethren, ye have
done it unto me.” - Members periodically fill zip-lock bags with personal care items.
- Parishioners keep these in their cars for on-the-spot distribution to those in need.
- Bring personal hygiene items (toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, shampoo, etc.) to church. They are collected for the Hope Lutheran van serving the South Lake Tahoe community.
- Members knit and crochet shawls and blankets.
- These are shared with parishioners and their families and friends during difficult times.