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1951 to 2000

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By 1951, the parish had 569 members. Its Church School enrollment listed 194 pupils and 20 officers and teachers. Church organizations included St. John's Guild, the Altar Guild, Order of Sir Galahad, Acolytes' Guild, the Couples' Club, the Choir, the Junior Choir, St. John's League, Fleur de Lis, Young People's Fellowship and the Episcopal Men's Club. Annual highlights from 1951 included the autumn Parish Fair in which every organization participated and the Church School family picnic held in June.

A major event took place in 1954. The Church of our Saviour in Cliftondale joined with  St. Johns. Until this time Saugus had two Episcopal Churches.

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The Rev. Donald W. Noseworthy, (see left) a native of St. John New Brunswick Canada, served as rector from 1950 to 1961. This was a time of great growth in the church. Our picture archives with Rev. Noseworthy attest to this. This was also the time when the church was enlarged along with the addition of a chapel, youth rooms, sacristy and a remodeled kitchen. In 1961 Rev. Noseworthy resigned to start a mission church in Wayland, MA.
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The Rev. Stephen Austill served as rector from 1961 until 1970. The vestry called the Rev. John Kirkman in 1970 who served until 1973. During his tenure, a new rectory was built across the street from the church.
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The Rev. Roger Nelson was called in 1973 and served until his retirement in 2003. During his tenure he focused on the youth of the parish, lead the EYC for many years, and was very active in ecumenical and outreach ministries.
Priest-in-Charge:
The Rev. John Beach

Music Director:
Stephen Sikorski 

Verger: ​
Stephen Belyea


Contact Information
8 Prospect Street
Saugus, MA  01906

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Phone: (781) 233 - 1242

Email: StJohnsSaugus@gmail.com

Facebook: St John's Episcopal Church Saugus 

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PLEASE NOTE: As a result of Covid 19, typical business hours and worship are subject to change.  Also, we may occasionally operate the parish office remotely - kindly refer to updates here and on Facebook or Twitter. 

Office Hours:
Tuesday through Friday: 8:30am-1:30pm.  St. John's is closed on Mondays.  We observe state and federal holidays, in addition to others recognized by our Diocese.  

​Church School: Please contact the parish office regarding church school for this year. 
Worship
While circumstances are subject to change, St. John's is conducting Sunday worship both onsite at 10am and online via Zoom.  At present, seating is limited to 75, and we will continue to observe currently-recommended Covid safety protocols.  Typically, during June through August, the service time is 9am, but our worship will remain at 10am for the time being.