Whether you are familiar with the Episcopal church, come from another denominational or religious tradition, or are looking for community and meaning in a time when both seem to be in short supply, we welcome you. We love Jesus and our neighbors, and we welcome all to our church. We believe, in the words of Presiding Bishop Michael Curry, ‘if it is not about love, it is not about God.’
In our worship we embody a relaxed reverence, an approach that both recognizes the holiness and sacredness of worship, but also that God is the one at work in our midst, and that means we simply can not mess things up. We celebrate communion every Sunday and all are welcome at God’s table.
Since 1851
Founded in 1851, St. John’s is among the oldest Episcopal churches in Oregon. The original church building (pictured), known as the “Pioneer Church,” was built in 1851 and was later moved to its current location in Oaks Park. The Pioneer Church is the oldest church in continuous use in the state of Oregon. Our current church building was built in 1948 with the addition of the west wing in 2005.
In the heart of downtown Milwaukie
Located in Milwaukie, we are a multi-generational community of faith committed to serving God, our community, and our parish family in the spirit of Christ since 1851.