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Demanding Compassion by Dr William “Bill” ScartlettIn Demanding Compassion, Dr. Scarlett pulls back the curtain on modern medicine - not  the glossy version shown in marketing campaigns, but the reality lived by doctors, nurses and patients everyday. With candid honesty and deep conviction,...

A 13 week program towards healing is here for you.GriefShare is a support group that meets weekly February 25th through May 20th. You will find it to be a warm, caring environment; and you will come to see your group as an “oasis” on your journey through grief.You may register online at www...

VBS Design Team Meeting  - Mon, Feb 23rd, 2026Come Serve God with us!Our VBS Kick Off meeting last week was great!  We are getting organized for a great week of Vacation Bible School this summer July 13th - 17th.Joan Denito will be overseeing Set Design - how wonderful to have her expertis...

BOOK CLUBMademosille ChanelC.W. GortnerWe will meet on Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 10:30 AM in the Grace Cafe.Mademosille Chanel by C.W. Gortner This vivid novel full of drama, passion, tragedy, and beauty that stunningly imagines the life of iconic fashion designer Coco Chanel—the ambi...

Sometimes we all need to be reminded that we are not alone. Losing a spouse can be difficult but you do not have to feel like it is impossible. GriefShare offers opportunities for those who have experienced loss to begin to connect with others who are going through something similar. The Loss of a ...

Our Christmas Eve Services will share the timeless story of Christ’s birth through scripture, beloved carols, moving music, and a meaningful message. Communion and The Celebration of Light (candlelight) will be offered at both services. Our 3PM service will feature bell choir music, and will con...

St John’s Ivyland’s 2025 Christmas PageantFor unto us a Child is born,Unto us a Son is given;And the government will be upon His shoulder.And His name will be calledWonderful, Counselor, Mighty God,Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.Join us this Sunday, Dec 21, 2025 at 9:00 am as the children o...

New Bible Study – Starting January 7, 2026"The Bible With and Without Jesus"Wednesdays, 7 PMSt. John’s UMC LibraryA 6-week study featuring video commentary and discussion. Participant Guide required. All are welcome!Email: kenwlee66@gmail.com...

Surviving the HolidaysNovember 19, 2025 – 6:30 pm - 8:30 pmHelp and hope as you navigate the Christmas seasonWondering how you will survive the weeks surrounding Thanksgiving and Christmas? Are you dreading these holidays, knowing that everything has changed and that happy memories from past ye...

Sharing the Harvest…is an act of Worship In the United States we celebrate Thanksgiving on the 4th Sunday of November, but celebrating the harvests that come from God is almost as ancient as our faith itself. In fact, giving God praise and sharing God's gifts at harvest time can be observed in Ex...

Red Cross Blood Drive at St. John’s Ivyland! Give something that means something this Fall. Join us Monday, November 10th from 2–7 PM at:820 Almshouse Rd, Ivyland, PA 18974 Your donation can help save lives — Give Blood, Save a Life!  Schedule your blood or Power Red donation toda...

Book Club “The Thursday Murder Club”By: Richard Osman We will meet onWednesday, Nov. 5at 10:00 AMin the Grace Cafe. Everyone is welcome to join us! In a peaceful retirement village, four unlikely friends meet weekly in the Jigsaw Room to discuss unsolved crimes; together they call ...

Faith & International Relations October Bible Study - Faith and International RelationsPicking up where last year’s ‘Faith and Politics’ left off, this four-week Bible study will look at the intersection of the discipline of International Relations (IR) and issues of Christian belief. Topics ...

Join St John’s Ivyland as we celebrate with a Spook-tacularTrunk or Treat on Sunday, October 26th beginning at 12 Noon. This FREE, fun day for kids and families is open to all! There will be food and fellowship for families after - so wear a costume and plan for a good time.What is Trunk or Treat...

For United Methodists, Confirmation is a public COVENANT agreement a baptized* person makes with God in the presence of family, friends and members of the church. We call those being Confirmed “Confirmands.” Confirmands promise  - or “Confirm” - to uphold the vows of their Baptism, with...

St. John’s IvylandChildren & Youth Ministries Are You Being Called to Christian Education?At St. John’s Ivyland our Sunday School and special programs forchildren & youth are growing! Not only are we blessed by a growing number of young people Sunday mornings, we’re blessed to offer an op...

 October Book ClubTitle: "In a League of Her Own"Author: Kaia AldersonWe will discuss In A League of Her Own by Kaia Alderson. Based on the incredible life of Effa Manley, an unforgettable and inspiring story about a woman with a dream who wound up with a baseball team. The only woman inducted ...

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Loss of SpouseWidowed? Help is here and hope is possible.Do you dread the lonely days and nights? Wonder what to do with your spouse’s belongings? Feel like your brain is in a fog? Unsure of how you’ll go on?At a Loss of a Spouse seminar you’ll discover:- Other people understand and have found...

13-week Session We will begin on Wednesday nights August 20 from 6:30-8:30 in the Church Parlor.We will meet for 13 weeks and our last night will be Wednesday, November 12 GriefShare is a support group that meets weekly.You will find it to be a warm, caring environment; and you w...