St. John's Episcopal Church (Springfield, Missouri)

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St John's Episcopal Church, Springfield, Missouri
Dedication	St John
Denomination	Episcopal Church
Administration
Parish	St. John's, Springfield, Missouri
Diocese	West Missouri
Province	VII
Clergy
Rector	Fr. Jerry Miller
Other
Website	St. John's Episcopal Church

St. John's Episcopal Church, built in 1888, is an historic church located at 515 East Division Street, in Springfield, Missouri It is listed on the City of Springfield's register of historic sites.^[1]

[edit] History

In 1881, a small but dedicated number of Christ Church members recognized the need for a second Episcopal parish in Springfield. A location was selected, and on March 19, 1886 the organizational meeting was held. A six-member Vestry was elected, a plan for financial support was developed, and application was made for "Certification of Incorporation." The building was completed in 1888 and the first liturgy was celebrated on September 23rd with 123 communicant members present.

On May 1, 1978, the church was presented a plaque designating it as an historical site.

[edit] References

[edit] External links

• St. John's Episcopal Church
• The Springfield Library maintains a historic postcard collection of Springfield landmarks on their web site, and St. John's is listed there.