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Saint John's by the Campus Episcopal Diocese - Ames, Iowa

Worship in the Episcopal Church
Sunday is traditionally when Episcopalians gather for worship. The principal weekly worship service is the Holy Eucharist, also known as: the Lord’s Supper, Holy Communion, or Mass. In most Episcopal churches, worship is accompanied by the singing of hymns, and in some churches, much of the service is sung.

Our music program is important to the worship life of our church. The Anglican–Episcopal heritage has put a strong emphasis on music, especially choral and organ music. Our music program draws from this heritage by emphasizing choral singing and the music of the pipe organ. We have also included the music made by our bell choir which is made up of ringers of all ages, from elementary aged children, through college age, to older adults. We have also included a grand piano in our sanctuary and a harpsichord which was donated by Esther Walter in honor of her husband, Father Richard Walter. We have gifted instrumentalists in our congregation and talented singers who occasionally present special musical selections.

Our Choir
The St. John's Choir consists of parish members and very talented individuals from the Iowa State University Student Community. The Choir is in full bloom during the period that ISU is in session and takes a break during the summer months. This talented group helps lead the congregation in the singing of the hymns and typically provides one anthem during the service, normally for the Offertory. Come and hear a variety of musical styles from African Spirituals to 16th Century Latin chorale. The highlight of the year is the Ceremony of Lessons and Carols conducted on a Sunday evening in December.

Our Bell Choir
Our intergenerational bell choir performs various selections throughout the church year.



Visit our web site to listen to samples of our choirs music and audio of our sermons.

Come and Grow with us next Sunday.

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Saint John's by the Campus Episcopal Diocese
2338 Lincoln Way
Ames, Iowa 50014
Phone: 515 292-6655

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