St. John United Church - a umc/pcusa community

St. John United Church - a umc/pcusa community ......an inclusive congregation in Columbia, MD St. John United Church is one of the congregations worshiping in the Wilde Lake Interfaith Center.

In signing its Charter in 1969, the congregation demonstrated its commitment to the goals of inclusiveness, which guided James Rouse in his planning for Columbia. OUR MISSION:

• To worship God and respond to the creative Spirit that brings us together;

• To support and nurture each other as we search for God who has already found us;

• To provide a foundation for our life in faith through Chris

tian Education programs for all ages;

• To empower our members for ministry in their daily lives in the world;

• To respect and celebrate our rich diversity and promote inclusiveness for all regardless of race, culture, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, economic status, or different theological positions;

• To be partners with and advocates for victims of social injustice;

• To create a community of disciples who share the good news of Christ and invite others to do the same. OUR VISION:

To strive to be an inclusive Christian community, strengthened by our diverse faith traditions, that comes together to worship God, to further spiritual growth and to minister to each other, the community, and the world through active Christian commitment. We celebrate creative Christian worship in a non-traditional setting. We encourage intergenerational lay participation with the clergy in the worship experience and share the traditions of our denominational roots, along with the multicultural backgrounds of the community. All members are invited to take on leadership roles in the congregation. All are welcome to participate in the life of the church regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, economic status, or theological differences.

06/07/2026

SJU Worship Service

05/20/2026

Judy Miller Memorial Service

Join us for a radiant celebration honoring the incredible women who shape our lives! 💫 On Mother's Day, Sunday May 10, 2...
04/30/2026

Join us for a radiant celebration honoring the incredible women who shape our lives! 💫

On Mother's Day, Sunday May 10, 2026 at 10:30am, tune in from our streaming channels or in person. We'd be thrilled to share this special moment with you! 💕

04/13/2026

Pastor Hyiwot’s message of solidarity to the Rev. Fr. Mel Portula, Pastor, St. John the Evangelist Roman Catholic Church.

Dear Father Mel,
I am writing you with a heavy heart and a deep sense of outrage at the recent invective directed toward Pope Leo XIV by the president.

Such unbecoming rhetoric toward a spiritual leader—one who shepherds millions in faith—undermines the dignity that should mark public life.

As your partner in shared ministry and neighbor in this interfaith space, I want you to know that we stand with you in rejecting language that demeans, divides, or diminishes the sacred call of religious leadership. In moments like these, our witness to mutual respect, compassion, and truth becomes all the more vital.

Please know of my prayers for you, your congregation, and the wider Catholic community.

With respect and solidarity,

Rev. Hyiwot Teshome
Pastor, St. John United Church

*Upcoming Services*Palm Sunday with Choir Cantata, March 29, 10:30 am at SJU------Maundy Thursday Agape Meal at 6:30 PM ...
03/23/2026

*Upcoming Services*

Palm Sunday with Choir Cantata, March 29, 10:30 am at SJU
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Maundy Thursday Agape Meal at 6:30 PM in our Sanctuary, followed by the
7:00 Maundy Thursday service, with Communion and Foot Washing.
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Maundy Thursday, April 2, 7:00 pm with Christ United Methodist Church
at SJU, Wilde Lake Interfaith Center
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Good Friday, April 3, 7:00 pm at SJU
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Easter Sunday, April 5, 10:30 am at SJU

SJU Worship Service - February 22, 2026
02/23/2026

SJU Worship Service - February 22, 2026

1st Sunday of Lent

We have edited and re-posted the worship service from February 1 2026. Please enjoy.
02/02/2026

We have edited and re-posted the worship service from February 1 2026. Please enjoy.

Communion & Fourth Sunday after Epiphany

01/24/2026

As much of the country braces for the impact of Winter Storm Fern, we let the words of Jesus, who stilled wind and wave, guide and empower us: do not be afraid. In the name of the Christ, our Way, we pray, Amen.

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10431 Twin Rivers Road
Columbia, MD
21044

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