St. John's
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ADVENT AND CHRISTMAS AT ST. JOHN'S
All are Welcome! 


Advent Sunday Services: Sunday, Nov 30, Dec 7, 14, and 21 • 7:45 am & 10:00 am
Sunday, November 30 will be a Service of Advent Lessons and Carols at 7:45 am & 10:00 am.

​Montclair Stroll: Thursday, December 11 • 4:00 to 8:00 pm
St. John's will have a booth providing cookies, apple cider, and holiday crafts for children.
Contact Laurie Bennett to volunteer.

Winter Solstice Labyrinth Walk in the Sanctuary: Saturday, December 21 • 6:00pm
​
Walk the indoor labyrinth and enjoy a moment of contemplation on this, the darkest day of the year.

Blue Christmas Service: Saturday, December 21 • 7:00 pm
An service particularly for those experiencing grief or sadness this holiday season.

Christmas Eve: Wednesday, December 24 ​ 
Christmas Eve Family Service: 4:00 pm
A service for all ages, with a "pickup" pageant (no signups or preparation required!). There will be snow and hot cocoa available after the service!

Christmas Eve Choral Service: 7:00 pm
A service that includes the beauty of choral and instrumental music.


Christmas Day Service: Thursday, December 25 • 10:00 am​
This is traditionally a small intimate service celebrating the birth of Jesus.

​Christmas Lessons & Carols: Sunday, December 28 • 7:45 am & 10:00 am
  • About St. John's
    • Welcome
    • Mission
    • Staff >
      • Scott Denman
      • Kathleen Moore
      • Lori Robinson
      • Aaron Nee
      • Samyukta Chaney
    • Directions
    • History
  • WORSHIP
    • Services >
      • Worship Ministries
      • LiveStreaming
    • Spiritual Practices >
      • Practicing Mindfulness
      • Centering Prayer
    • Religious Rites >
      • Baptisms
      • Confirmation
      • Memorials
    • Hearing Loop
  • Parish Life
    • Advent & Christmas
    • Children & Youth >
      • Children
      • Youth
    • Adults
    • Action & Justice >
      • Commitment to Racial Justice
    • Group Activities
    • Softball
    • Committees
  • Contact
    • Contact
    • Vestry
    • Ministry Catalysts
    • Deanery Delegates >
      • Executive Council Meetings
  • INFORM
    • News
    • The Mouse
    • Sermons
    • Parish Business
  • SCHEDULE
    • Parish Calendar
  • GIVE
    • 2026 Stewardship
    • Giving
St. John's Episcopal Church, Oakland

Location

Contact Us

1707 Gouldin Road
Oakland, CA 94611

(510) 339-2200
[email protected]

Service Times
Sunday 7:45 am
​Sunday 10:00 am (Livestreaming available)
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LGBTQ+ Affirming

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​​St. John's is an LGBTQ+ welcoming and affirming congregation.

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