Holy Eucharist 9:00 a.m. & 11:15 a.m.

Ordinary Time, Proper 15 Sunday, August 17, 2014

St. John’s Episcopal Church Ocean Springs, Mississippi

Welcome to St. John’s. We are very glad you have joined us for worship today.

Holy Eucharist, Rite II begins on page 355 of the Book of Common Prayer. The prayerbook service is printed here for your convenience. The lessons are taken from the Holy Bible (New Revised Standard Version) and are printed here for your convenience.

Please take a moment to silence your electronic devises so as not to disrupt the worship of others during today’s service.

Silence is kept following the lighting of the candles. Please feel free to use the time of silence for private prayer. Many people privately pray this prayer from the prayerbook before worship:

O Almighty God, who pours out on all who desire it the spirit of grace and of supplication: Deliver us, when we draw near to you, from coldness of heart and wanderings of mind, that with steadfast thoughts and kindled affections we may worship you in spirit and in truth; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Voluntary What a friend we have in Jesus Converse

At the sound of the bell, all stand and sing the following hymn.

Thou, whose almighty word Hymnal 371

All standing, the Celebrant says

Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. People And blessed be his kingdom, now and for ever. Amen.

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The following song of praise is sung. Today we sing the Magnificat as our song of praise. The people will sing the refrain and the choir or cantor the verses.

Canticle 15 The Song of Mary

Collect of the Day

Celebrant The Lord be with you. People And also with you. Celebrant Let us pray.

Almighty God, you have given your only Son to be for us a sacrifice for sin, and also an example of godly life: Give us grace to receive thankfully the fruits of his redeeming work, and to follow daily in the blessed steps of his most holy life; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

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First Reading Isaiah 56:1,6-8

All sit.

A Reading from the book of the prophet Isaiah.

Thus says the Lord: Maintain justice, and do what is right, for soon my salvation will come, and my deliverance be revealed. And the foreigners who join them-selves to the Lord, to minister to him, to love the name of the Lord, and to be his servants, all who keep the sabbath, and do not profane it, and hold fast my cove-nant—these I will bring to my holy mountain, and make them joyful in my house of prayer; their burnt offerings and their sacrifices will be accepted on my altar; for my house shall be called a house of prayer for all peoples. Thus says the Lord God, who gathers the outcasts of Israel, I will gather others to them besides those al-ready gathered.

Reader The Word of the Lord. People Thanks be to God.

Remain seated.

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Psalm 67 Deus misereatur

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Second Reading Romans 11:1-2a,29-32

A Reading from Paul’s letter to the Church in Rome.

I ask, then, has God rejected his people? By no means! I myself am an Israelite, a descendant of Abraham, a member of the tribe of Benjamin. God has not rejected his people whom he foreknew. For the gifts and the calling of God are irrevocable. Just as you were once disobedient to God but have now received mercy because of their disobedience, so they have now been disobedient in order that, by the mercy shown to you, they too may now receive mercy. For God has imprisoned all in dis-obedience so that he may be merciful to all.

Reader The Word of the Lord. People Thanks be to God.

All stand.

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In your mercy, Lord, you called me Hymnal 706

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Holy Gospel Matthew 15:10-28

All stand.

Deacon The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Matthew. People Glory to you, Lord Christ.

Jesus called the crowd to him and said to them, “Listen and understand: it is not what goes into the mouth that defiles a person, but it is what comes out of the mouth that defiles.” Then the disciples approached and said to him, “Do you know that the Pharisees took offense when they heard what you said?” He answered, “Every plant that my heavenly Father has not planted will be uprooted. Let them alone; they are blind guides of the blind. And if one blind person guides another, both will fall into a pit.” But Peter said to him, “Explain this parable to us.” Then he said, “Are you also still without understanding? Do you not see that whatever goes into the mouth enters the stomach, and goes out into the sewer? But what comes out of the mouth proceeds from the heart, and this is what defiles. For out of the heart come evil intentions, murder, adultery, fornication, theft, false witness, slander. These are what defile a person, but to eat with unwashed hands does not defile.”

Jesus left that place and went away to the district of Tyre and Sidon. Just then a Canaanite woman from that region came out and started shouting, “Have mercy on me, Lord, Son of David; my daughter is tormented by a demon.” But he did not an-swer her at all. And his disciples came and urged him, saying, “Send her away, for she keeps shouting after us.” He answered, “I was sent only to the lost sheep of the house of Israel.” But she came and knelt before him, saying, “Lord, help me.” He answered, “It is not fair to take the children’s food and throw it to the dogs.” She said, “Yes, Lord, yet even the dogs eat the crumbs that fall from their masters’ ta-ble.” Then Jesus answered her, “Woman, great is your faith! Let it be done for you as you wish.” And her daughter was healed instantly.

Deacon The Gospel of the Lord. People Praise to you, Lord Christ.

Sermon The Rev. Scott Lenoir

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Nicene Creed

All stand.

We believe in one God, the Father, the Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all that is, seen and unseen.We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ, the only Son of God, eternally begotten of the Father, God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, of one Being with the Father. Through him all things were made. For us and for our salvation he came down from heaven: by the power of the Holy Spirit he became incarnate from the Virgin Mary, and was made man. For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate; he suffered death and was buried. On the third day he rose again in accordance with the Scriptures; he ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead, and his kingdom will have no end.We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son. With the Father and the Son he is worshiped and glorified. He has spoken through the Prophets. We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic Church. We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins. We look for the resurrection of the dead, and the life of the world to come. Amen.

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Prayers of the People

All stand or kneel.

In peace, we pray to you, Lord God.

Silence

For all people in their daily life and work;For our families, friends, and neighbors, and for those who are alone.For this community, the nation, and the world;For all who work for justice, freedom, and peace.For the just and proper use of your creation;For the victims of hunger, fear, injustice, and oppression.For all who are in danger, sorrow, or any kind of trouble;For those who minister to the sick, the friendless, and the needy.For the peace and unity of the Church of God;For all who proclaim the Gospel, and all who seek the Truth.For [Katharine our Presiding Bishop, and Duncan our Bishop; and for] all bishops and other ministers;For all who serve God in his Church.For the special needs and concerns of this congregation.

Silence

The People may add their own petitions

Hear us, Lord;For your mercy is great.We thank you, Lord, for all the blessings of this life.

Silence

The People may add their own thanksgivings

We will exalt you, O God our King;And praise your Name for ever and ever.

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We pray for all who have died, that they may have a place in your eternal kingdom.

Silence

The People may add their own petitions

Lord, let your loving-kindness be upon them;Who put their trust in you.Celebrant concludes

Almighty God, to whom our needs are known before we ask, help us to ask only what accords with your will; and those good things which we dare not, or in our blindness cannot ask, grant us for the sake of your Son Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

All kneel.The Deacon then says

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Silence.

Minister and People

Most merciful God,we confess that we have sinned against youin thought, word, and deed,by what we have done,and by what we have left undone.We have not loved you with our whole heart;we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,have mercy on us and forgive us;that we may delight in your will,and walk in your ways,to the glory of your Name. Amen.

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The Priest stands and says

Almighty God have mercy on you, forgive you all your sins through our Lord Je-sus Christ, strengthen you in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep you in eternal life. Amen.

Peace

All stand.

Celebrant The peace of the Lord be always with you. People And also with you.

Then the Ministers and the People may greet one another in the name of the Lord.

Holy Communion

The Celebrant says

Let us with gladness present the offerings and oblations of our life and labor to the Lord.

Offertory Ave Maria Giancarlo Aquilanti

Representatives of the congregation bring the people’s offerings of bread and wine, and money or other gifts, to the deacon or celebrant. The people stand while the offerings are presented and placed on the Altar. As the gifts are presented, verse three of the following hymn will be sung.

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From all that dwell below the skies (verse 3) Hymnal 380

The people remain standing.

Celebrant The Lord be with you. People And also with you. Celebrant Lift up your hearts. People We lift them to the Lord. Celebrant Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. People It is right to give him thanks and praise.

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The Celebrant proceeds

It is truly right to glorify you, Father, and to give you thanks; for you alone are God, living and true, dwelling in light inaccessible from before time and for ever. Fountain of life and source of all goodness, you made all things and fill them with your blessing; you created them to rejoice in the splendor of your radiance. Count-less throngs of angels stand before you to serve you night and day; and, beholding the glory of your presence, they offer you unceasing praise. Joining with them, and giving voice to every creature under heaven, we acclaim you, and glorify your Name, as we sing,

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The people stand or kneel. The Celebrant continues

We acclaim you, holy Lord, glorious in power. Your mighty works reveal your wisdom and love. You formed us in your own image, giving the whole world into our care, so that, in obedience to you, our Creator, we might rule and serve all your creatures. When our disobedience took us far from you, you did not abandon us to the power of death. In your mercy you came to our help, so that in seeking you we might find you. Again and again you called us into covenant with you, and through the prophets you taught us to hope for salvation.

Father, you loved the world so much that in the fullness of time you sent your only Son to be our Savior. Incarnate by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, he lived as one of us, yet without sin. To the poor he proclaimed the good news of salvation; to prisoners, freedom; to the sorrowful, joy. To fulfill your purpose he gave himself up to death; and, rising from the grave, destroyed death, and made the whole creation new.

And, that we might live no longer for ourselves, but for him who died and rose for us, he sent the Holy Spirit, his own first gift for those who believe, to complete his work in the world, and to bring to fulfillment the sanctification of all. When the hour had come for him to be glorified by you, his heavenly Father, having loved his own who were in the world, he loved them to the end; at supper with them he took bread, and when he had given thanks to you, he broke it, and gave it to his disciples, and said, “Take, eat: This is my Body, which is given for you. Do this for the remembrance of me.”

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After supper he took the cup of wine; and when he had given thanks, he gave it to them, and said, “Drink this, all of you. This is my Blood of the new Covenant, which is shed for you and for many for the forgiveness of sins. Whenever you drink it, do this for the remembrance of me.”

Father, we now celebrate this memorial of our redemption. Recalling Christ’s death and his descent among the dead, proclaiming his resurrection and ascension to your right hand, awaiting his coming in glory; and offering to you, from the gifts you have given us, this bread and this cup, we praise you and we bless you.

Celebrant and People

We praise you, we bless you, we give thanks to you, and we pray to you, Lord our God.

The Celebrant continues

Lord, we pray that in your goodness and mercy your Holy Spirit may descend upon us, and upon these gifts, sanctifying them and showing them to be holy gifts for your holy people, the bread of life and the cup of salvation, the Body and Blood of your Son Jesus Christ. Grant that all who share this bread and cup may become one body and one spirit, a living sacrifice in Christ, to the praise of your Name. Re-member, Lord, your one holy catholic and apostolic Church, redeemed by the blood of your Christ. Reveal its unity, guard its faith, and preserve it in peace.

And grant that we may find our inheritance with the Blessed Virgin Mary, with pa-triarchs, prophets, apostles, and martyrs, and all the saints who have found favor with you in ages past. We praise you in union with them and give you glory through your Son Jesus Christ our Lord. Through Christ, and with Christ, and in Christ, all honor and glory are yours, Almighty God and Father, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, for ever and ever. AMEN.

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The Celebrant then continues

And now, as our SaviorChrist has taught us,we are bold to say,

People and Celebrant

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven.Give us this day our daily bread.And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us.And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen.

Breaking of the Bread

A period of silence is kept.

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The Celebrant says

The Gifts of God for the People of God.

All baptized persons, regardless of denominational affiliation, are welcome to receive Holy Communion in the Episcopal Church.

Communion Hymns

Whoever eats this bread WLP 874

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There’s a wideness in God’s mercy Hymnal 469

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After Communion, the Celebrant says

Let us pray.

Celebrant and People

Eternal God, heavenly Father,you have graciously accepted us as living membersof your Son our Savior Jesus Christ,and you have fed us with spiritual foodin the Sacrament of his Body and Blood.Send us now into the world in peace,and grant us strength and courageto love and serve youwith gladness and singleness of heart;through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Blessing

The priest blesses the people, saying

The blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be upon you and remain with you for ever. Amen.

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Christ is the world’s true Light Hymnal 542

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Dismissal

Deacon Let us go forth into the world, rejoicing in the power of the Spirit. People Thanks be to God.

Voluntary Voluntary in D Minor Samuel Long, 1792

H 469 — Music: © 1977, G.I.A. Publications, Inc. H 542 — Words: By permission of Oxford University Press. Music: © The Church Pension Fund. H 706 — Words: © 1982, Charles P. Price. S 120 — Setting: Copyright © Church Publishing, Inc. S 242 — Melody: © 1985 Bruce E. Ford. S 245 — © 1985 Benjamin Hutto. S 247 — Copyright © 1978 Celebration, Aliquippa, PA 15001. S 410 — © 1979 Robert Knox Kennedy. W 867 — © 1997 Carl Haywood W 874 — © 1986, 1992 Eric H. F. Law

A Note on Today’s Liturgy

On Friday, the church remembered Mary, Mother of Our Lord Jesus Christ. The Mother of Our Lord is certainly the most remembered and most important of the saints, considering her very special relationship to Jesus. Early in Christian history, when some people denied that Jesus Christ was truly a man, Christians pointed to the fact that he was born of a woman and inserted the phrase “born of the Virgin Mary” into the creed to emphasize Jesus’ humanity. Later, when others denied that Jesus was God the Son, Greek Christians began calling Mary “Theotokos,” the “Bearer of God,” to emphasize Jesus’ true Godship. One’s understanding of Christ governs one’s understanding of Mary and vice versa.

Mary is often seen as representative of the church, the special vehicle or bearer of God to hu-mankind. She is seen as the ideal mother who patiently cared for her little son and quietly ac-cepted the highly unusual circumstances of his birth, life, death, and resurrection. In the Daily Offices, the church continually remembers her in The Magnificat, the canticle attributed to her by Luke. Perhaps her cousin, Elizabeth, best summed up the feeling of the faithful toward Mary when she said, “Blessed is she who believed that there would be a fulfillment of what was spo-ken to her from the Lord.”

The Daughter’s of the King at St. John are the “Theotokos Chapter.” And, at the back of the nave, is the “Madonna Altar” at St. John’s.

We remember Mary today by singing the “Magnificat” and the “Ave Maria.”

A Note on Today’s Readings

Proper 15: Sunday closest to August 17—Year A

In today’s liturgy, the scriptures deal with the inclusiveness of God’s call. The gospel reading brings a Canaanite woman to Jesus, asking that he heal her daughter. At first, Jesus responds that he is sent only to Jews. However, the woman’s deep faith moves him and he heals her daughter.

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In the first reading, we have a vision from a prophetic writer of all people being called into God’s household. God says, “My house shall be called a house of prayer for all people.”

In the second reading, Paul is dealing with the role of Jews and Gentiles in God’s plan. Dis-tressed that many of his fellow Jews have not accepted Jesus, Paul nevertheless is certain that they, like the Gentiles, are part of that plan. Indeed, “The gifts and the calling of God [to the Jews] are irrevocable,” he says.

Christianity stands over against those human movements that would exclude some people. God’s call is to every human being. Our gatherings as church must always be faithful to that and we must seek to mirror in our own congregations the complete inclusiveness of God’s call to the human race.

From The Rite Light: Reflections on the Sunday Readings and Seasons of the Church Year. Copyright © 2007 by Michael W. Merriman. Church Publishing Incorporated, New York.

Prayers for the Week of August 17, 2014

The Altar Flowers are given in honor of Alta Mereo by Cecil George and Charles Smith on the occasion of her birthday.

The Madonna Flowers are given in thanksgiving for St. John’s by Mary Nell Patrick on the occa-sion of her retirement from the staff of the parish after seventeen years as the Parish Administra-

tor.The Sanctuary Lamp is given in memory of Jamie Lynne Hall by Jan Waterhouse.

The Madonna Lamp is given in memory of Daniel Healy by Linda Healy.This week we celebrate the birthdays of Kim Driebergen, Charles Smith, Sheree Ranson, Gloria Richmond, Lois Hedges, Alta Mereo, Flinda Hill, Rowan Locke, Grant Gollott, Mary Holem, Joseph Holder, Kylie Tures, Martha Thompson, Pacita Merced, and Rick Holem; and the anni-

versary of Marcus and Flinda Hill.This week we remember Jack Garrard, Kit Glenn, and Jamie Lynn Hall.

In our Anglican Prayer Cycle we pray for the Church of South India (United) and the Diocese of Kanyakumari.

In our Diocesan Prayer Cycle we pray for St. Luke’s, Brandon; St. Peter’s, Brandon; and St. Matthew’s, Forest.

On our Panamanian Prayer Cycle we pray for the Cathedral of St. Luke, Panama City.Prayers for our Military: Joey Ranson, Corey David Ingraham, Elizabeth Daniels, Thomas

Daniels, Adam Ackerman (Alaska), Lance Simon and James Wise.The names of those for whom special prayer has been requested are on our website at:

www.stjohnsoceansprings.dioms.org and copies of the list are also available at the back of the church.

Prayers are offered daily by the Daughters of the King.

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Parish Announcements for the Week of August 17. 2014

• Welcome! Thank you for worshiping with us. If this is your first time to worship at St. John’s, please fill out the visitor’s card in the pew and place it in the alms basin this morning and please join us for coffee in the Parish Hall following the service.

• Nursery Care is available for young children during the 9:00 and 11:15 AM services. The “Joy” Room next to the nursery has live video and audio of the service for parents with unhappy ba-bies.

• Today, following the 11:15 a.m. worship service, St. John’s is hosting a retirement brunch for Mary Nell Patrick. All are invited. Please come and wish Mary Nell all the best! Mary Nell Patrick has served St. John’s as Parish Administrator for 17 years.

• Centering Prayer (Thursdays at 5:00 p.m.) is taking a late summer hiatus. Centering Prayer returns on September 11.

• All singers are invited to join the choir of St. John’s. All who love to sing and make merry are welcome. You don't have to read music or have prior choir experience. High school and young adult singers are encouraged to join. The choir will be commissioned on Sunday, Sep-tember 14.

• Cursillo is #127 on September 18-21. This is a three day week-end of a “short course in Chris-tianity” held at Gray Center. Contact Lena Melton at 219-9711 or Foley Ranson at 990-5548 for more information and for an application.

• ABC's Quilt Raffle: Parishioners Debbie Miner and Ann McGraw pieced and quilted a beauti-ful child's quilt as an offering for a raffle to benefit the organ restoration fund. Take time to check it out on Sunday mornings between services! Raffle tickets will be on sale between serv-ices for the next several weeks. Raffle tickets are $10 each or 3 for $25. The raffle drawing will be Sunday, September 7. Another great opportunity to support the organ fund - many thanks to Debbie and Ann!

• August Adult Forum is Sunday, August 24. The program will be on Outreach Ministries and will give an overall view of Outreach, followed by presentations from individuals involved in each ministry.

• Have you updated your information for the new directory in the planning stages? If not, a copy of the information we currently have on file will be in the parish hall after services. Please check your entry and (edit the entry by hand as necessary) and then initial in the designated box (so we know you’ve checked it). Any questions regarding the directory please contact Sharon Manuel at slmanuel@yahoo.com or 872-4041.

• Education for Ministry (EfM) is registering for the Fall Semester. EfM is a program of study developed by the School of Theology of the University of the South, Sewanee, Tennessee. EfM covers the Old Testament in year one, the New Testament in year two, church history in year three and theology and philosophy in year four. EfM will begin meeting weekly in late August or early September. If you are interested, contact Fr. Charles (charles.hawkins@me.com) or Tom McGraw (tommcgraw@outlook.com).

• St. John's is adding a children's choir to our music/christian education program employing the Church of England’s Royal School of Church Music programming: Voice for Life. If your ele-mentary or middle school student is interested in singing, please talk with Cynthia. Rehearsals

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will begin on Thursday, September 4 at 4:30 p.m. For more information contact Cynthia Ram-seur at 282-5000.

• Inquirers Class: An eight week course for those who want to prepare for confirmation, recep-tion, or reaffirmation of baptismal vows. The class will begin the first Wednesday of October. The class will meet on Wednesdays at 4:30. Confirmation will be held on December 7 at the Bishop’s visitation to St. John’s. Please let Fr. Charles know of your interest in being included in this class so he will have enough materials.

This Week at St. John’sSunday7:30 a.m. - Holy Eucharist, Rite I - Early Service9:00 a.m. - Holy Eucharist, Rite II - Family Service11:15 a.m. - Holy Eucharist, Rite II - Principal Service

Monday9:00 a.m. - Ultreya6:30 p.m. - Bell Choir

Tuesday7:00 p.m. - AA

Wednesday5:30 p.m. - Public Service of Healing with Anointing and the Holy Eucharist6:15 p.m. - Wonderful Wednesday Dinner7:00 p.m. - Choir Rehearsal7:00 p.m. - AlAnon

Thursday7:00 p.m. - AA

Looking AheadAugust 24 - 10:15 a.m. - Adult Forum on the Outreach of St. John’sSeptember 2 - 4:30 p.m. - Royal School of Church MusicSeptember 7 - Church School Begins for 2014-2015September 14 - Commissioning of Choir

At Gray CenterSeptember 12-14 - Quiet Day ApartSeptember 18-21 - CursilloOctober 4 - Guided Day Apart: MandalasOctober 10-12 - Women’s Retreat: Called by NameOctober 29-31 - Clergy Continuing Education: Mark’s Gospel

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Serving Today

Sun, 9:00 AM - 10th Sunday after PentecostCharles Hawkins CelebrantScott Lenoir PreacherLena Melton Verger - Lead VergerTerry Armstrong Verger - Assisting VergerLisa Baker Lector - First LessonStacey Butera Lector - Second LessonClay Williams IntercessorJacob Butera AcolyteAbby Butera CruciferJasmine Hill Torch BearerElliot McGraw Torch BearerNed Hogg UsherHarriet Perry UsherGermaine Gotttsche-Wilson Chaplain for Children's Chapel

Sun, 11:15 AM - 10th Sunday after PentecostScott Lenoir PreacherJan Waterhouse Verger - Lead VergerDennis Cowart Verger - Assisting VergerAnn Mead Lay Eucharistic MinisterEmily Lancaster Lector - First LessonJustin Godsey Lector - Second LessonJoshua Mcfarland IntercessorSam Snyder AcolyteBeau Dukes CruciferSarah Heard Torch BearerCaleb Little Torch BearerJoe Snyder UsherLeah Snyder Usher

Mission StatementWe will know, love and serve God, be renewed by His Spirit and share Christ.

Vision StatementInspired by Christ, we will strive for spiritual maturity to attain a greater knowledge of God’s

divine plan. We will embrace those seeking spiritual renewal and growth. We will offer a diver-sity of programs and worship to fulfill the needs of all ages and backgrounds. We will be respon-sive to the changing needs of our Parish and world community. We will develop facilities to sup-

port our Vision Statement.

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Vestry Justin Godsey (2015) - Outreach - 282-2722

Melissa Johnson (2015) - Jr. Warden - 239-1235Mark Seepe (2015) - Worship - 249-3967

Valerie Winn (2015) - Christian Education - 497-6615Tom McGraw (2016) - Senior Warden - 264-0297

Sheree Ranson (2016) - Treasurer - 990-4203Clay Williams (2016) - Christian Education - 875-0585

Greg Williams (2016) - Finance - 327-8415Tristan Armer (2017) - Personnel - 251-209-5342

Angela Bishop (2017) - Parish Life - 601-991-4012Kay Cox (2017) - Christian Education - 228-239-9275

Charles Smith (2017) - Outreach - 228-424-9536Barbara Mabry - Clerk - 327-2931

Office HoursMonday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Contact Information705 Rayburn Avenue, Ocean Springs, MS 39564Office: 228-875-4454 Fax: 228-875-4485

E-mail: stjohnsosms@cableone.net Website: www.stjohnsoceansprings.dioms.org

Priest-in-Charge & Acting Parish Administrator, the Rev. Charles Hawkins - 228-238-7010Priest Associate, the Rev. Scott Lenoir - 601-331-1863

Deacon, the Rev. Jim Lancaster - 228-380-0775

Bishop of Mississippi The Right Reverend Duncan M. Gray, IIIOrganist and Choirmaster of St. John’s Mrs. Cynthia RamseurParish Administrator Mrs. Mary Nell Patrick

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