Library

Our library is a welcoming place where parishioners can easily access over 1,500 books, CDs, DVDs, and magazines that support the educational and spiritual growth of our members. Checkout directions are posted in the library, which is open Tuesday–Friday, 8:30–4:30. The librarian is there after services and on Friday afternoons, but is also available anytime by phone or email.

901-274-4119 | jterry@stjohnmemphis.org

 
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Our Catalog

A user-friendly print and online catalog of our resources show everyone what’s available and how to find it. Click the links below to see if the library has a title you are interested in.

Search by Subject (A–G, H–P, Q–Z)

Since it is impossible to list every way of searching for topics, this catalogue uses many cross references. These tips will make your searches quicker and easier:

  1. See means there are no titles under the term you have looked up. You are then directed to another related subject, e.g. Tithe, see Alms.

  2. See also means that more titles are listed under other, similar subjects. You will see related subjects where you can find additional titles, e.g. Baptism, see also Holy Mysteries.

  3. Saints are listed as First name, St., (last name if any ) and birth and death dates.

  4. Feasts of Christ and the Theotokos are listed individually as well as under Feasts.

  5. Sacraments are listed under Holy Mysteries and individually.

  6. Handbooks are books on various topics usually in the form of alphabetical lists or FAQs.

  7. Church refers to titles on the Orthodox Church.

  8. Books of the Bible are listed individually as well as under Bible.

Search by Title

Column #1: Title
Column #2: Media Type
Column #3: Spine Label
Column #4: Author
Column #5: C or R
Column #6: Copies Owned

Search by Author

Column #1: Author
Column #2: Title
Column #3: Media Type
Column #4: Spine Label
Column #5: C or R
Column #6: Copies Owned

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Start Your Own Library

Creating a church library is a fun job but also quite an effort! Your motivation is that you are bringing the Life of the Church and the saints to adults and children who are seeking the Kingdom of God. And more good news! You don't have to undertake this task alone! You may contact me for encouragement or any advice at Judy Terry, librarian - jterry@stjohnmemphis.org. The accompanying pictures and examples are from St. John Orthodox Church Library in Memphis, TN.

Click here to learn all about how to start your own church library.