St. John’s Episcopal Church - 1898

323 Wick Ave 44503

Founded in 1898 by descendants of the original settlers of the Connecticut Reserve and located at 323 Wick Avenue.

Land for the church was purchased by local merchants and ironmakers, reflecting the city’s industrial foundations.
Designed by William Halsey Wood of New Jersey, the church is a distinguished example of the Arts and Crafts Movement, featuring a rough stone interior that emphasizes craftsmanship, material integrity, and spiritual warmth.
Houses an extraordinary collection of stained glass:

The Te Deum window (1901) showcases one of the richest palettes of Tiffany glass.
Additional Tiffany works include The Resurrection Angel and paired angel windows along the nave.
Further stained glass by Connick Studios of Boston and Willet Stained Glass of Philadelphia depict Old and New Testament themes.

Clerestory windows installed in the 1950s reinterpret steel mill labor through biblical quotations.
In 2000, a major capital campaign marked the church’s centennial, raising over $500,000 for restoration, mechanical upgrades, community outreach, and completion of the Schlicker organ.
Known for its annual Boar’s Head and Yule Log Festival, Red Door Café, food pantry, and numerous outreach ministries.
Today, St. John’s remains a vibrant parish grounded in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility.
Source: Church Website; Youngstown Vindicator