St. John's Somerville

05/27/2026

05/21/2026

St. John’s Episcopal Church welcomed the Rev. Mark Hernandez, Deacon, as he begins his spiritual ministry.

St. John’s in Somerville was his sponsoring parish. “I am thankful to be back at St. John’s, my home parish,” commented Hernandez, who lives in Hillsborough with his wife and children.

Following four years of school and ordained in November 2025, Hernandez previously interned at two other churches in the Episcopal Diocese of New Jersey as part of his education. He was assigned to St. John’s by Diocesan Bishop Sally French.

“The St. John’s community is pleased to welcome Deacon Mark as he embarks on his ministry,” commented the Rev. Canon Ron Po***ck, rector.

Hernandez joins Po***ck and the Rev. W. Keith McCoy, Deacon, as the St. John’s ministry team.

05/18/2026

Did you know New Jersey has churches this beautiful? Some feel grand, some feel peaceful, and some look like they came straight out of another century, would you explore them?

05/14/2026

Spring into Summer with fine crafts and beautiful items at the St. John’s Vendor and Craft Fair on Saturday, May 30 from 10 am to 3 pm at St. John’s Episcopal Church, 158 W High St. in Somerville.

With more than 25 crafters and vendors showing their wares, the Vendor and Craft Fair provides ideal shopping for all ages. Don’t miss the many and varied items, including crafts, jewelry, clothing, unique presents, garden items, baskets, and much more.

There is no entry fee.

The event will be held in the accessible parish hall at St. John’s. Convenient parking is available in the church lot behind the church or on the street.

05/12/2026

With pants only $2 and shorts at $3, it’s a Pants Party at the Saturday, May 16 St. John’s Clothes Closet from 9 am to noon.

The Spring collection offers stylish dresses, two-piece ensembles, and other eye-catching catches. The Women’s Plus Rack is filled with fashion.

Always fun – the Free Rack and the Free Table! Don’t miss the vast selection of jewelry, shoes, sneakers, and handbags. Remember there are always new arrivals!

Patrons with May birthdays receive a special gift.

Don’t forget - spend $50 or more and receive 20% off your purchase.

The Clothes Closet features reasonably priced seasonal clothing and accessories for all ages – men and women, boys and girls, infants, and toddlers.

Cash only; small bills appreciated.

The Clothes Closet is located on the lower level of the parish hall at St. John’s, 158 West High St. in Somerville. Free parking is available in the church lot behind the church or on the street. Enter the Clothes Closet by way of the parking lot. Kindly follow the directions of the Clothes Closet crew upon arrival.

05/07/2026

Great for your garden and for Mother's Day!

05/05/2026

The Brick Paver Walkway Project offers an opportunity to be an integral part of St. John’s and Somerville’s legacy while assisting in a project that will benefit the church and the community.

The Brick Paver Walkway Project entails the purchase of a brick or bricks which can be engraved with a name, date or a message. The bricks will be placed in a new walkway installed next to the main driveway on the St. John’s property on High St.

"The installation of our brick walkway will assist St. John’s to raise the funds for a new kitchen, which will further our efforts to feed those who are hungry,” commented the Rev. Canon Ron Po***ck, rector. “This project will also help deepen our fellowship within our neighborhood and beyond our parish community.”
Bricks can be personalized; in memory or in honor of someone; a significant date; a celebration; or some other noteworthy appropriate item.

Engraved bricks are $250 per engraved brick. No limit on the number of bricks per person, family or organization. All proceeds benefit the Kitchen Mission Project.

Po***ck added, “Leave your mark on Somerville in this special way with a personalized brick.”

For more information, or to order a brick, contact 908-722-1250, or write to [email protected], or fill out the info at the church, or check the forms on the church website.

04/30/2026

Hanging baskets, planters, individual plants, flowering favorites, flats, an assortment of herbs, and tomatoes are among the vast selection available at the Spring Plant Sale on Saturday, May 9 on the front lawn of St. John’s Episcopal Church, 158 West High St., Somerville.

Ideal for gardens, gardeners, and as Mother’s Day presents, the sale will be 10 am to 2 pm, rain or shine.

Prices range from $25/$20 for hanging plants and baskets, and $5 for herbs, veggies and other small plants.

Checks and cash only. Advanced orders accepted; call 908-722-1250.

The plant sale is sponsored by the St. John’s Episcopal Church Women (ECW).

04/28/2026

Mother’s Day sales abound at the Saturday, May 2 St. John’s Clothes Closet from 9 am to noon. And, there will be a free gift for Mother’s Day.

The Mother’s Day rack features fashionable dresses, two-piece ensembles, and other eye-catching catches.

The $2 Rack features items for the entire family. There is an array of spring capris, tops, pants, light sweaters, and jackets. Don’t miss the vast selection of jewelry, shoes, sneakers, and handbags.

And, with summer around the corner take a look at shorts, summer tops and dresses. Check out the new arrivals!

Patrons with May birthdays receive a special gift.

Don’t forget - spend $50 or more and receive 20% off your purchase.

The Clothes Closet features reasonably priced seasonal clothing and accessories for all ages – men and women, boys and girls, infants, and toddlers.

Cash only; small bills appreciated.

The Clothes Closet is located on the lower level of the parish hall at St. John’s, 158 West High St. in Somerville.

Free parking is available in the church lot behind the church or on the street. Enter the Clothes Closet by way of the parking lot. Kindly follow the directions of the Clothes Closet crew upon arrival