The Cactus & The Cross Blog

This past weekend at Galaxy VBS, we imagined ourselves among the stars, embarking on an exciting space mission filled with faith, fun, learning, and fellowship. As we gathered together, one thing became abundantly clear: while we spent the weekend exploring the stars, we were already surrounded by them. A successful space mission depends on an incredible crew, and Galaxy VBS was blessed with an outstanding team of volunteers who made every moment possible. Their dedication, c

We are thrilled to have missionary Kristen Chuenchum return to St. John’s this Sunday, June 7, at 9:45 am. Kristen will discuss her ministry with vulnerable children and families in Thailand and the exciting progress of Saan Jai Rak. St. John’s has long supported Kristen and Sprite’s ministry, and we are thankful for our ongoing relationship with their family. Their visit offers a unique chance for our congregation to reconnect, hear stories of God’s work in Thailand, and lea

As summer nears, we are excited to invite families to join us for an unforgettable Vacation Bible School (VBS) weekend! This year's VBS is set to be filled with faith, fun, music, activities, crafts, games, and meaningful chances to serve our community. We invite children and families to take part in this special weekend as we learn, grow, and celebrate together. VBS Schedule Friday, June 5, 5 - 8 pm Saturday, June 6, 9 am – Noon Sunday, June 7, 9:30 am – Noon VBS offers a fa

This weekend, we invite the congregation to join us in celebrating Deacon Intern Wendy as her internship ministry with us comes to a close at the end of May. Over the past months, Wendy has faithfully served our church community with compassion, dedication, and a joyful spirit. We are deeply grateful for the many ways she has shared her gifts in worship, ministry, and fellowship among us. Her presence has been a blessing to our congregation, and we thank God for the time we h

With summer approaching, we are thrilled to invite families to join us for a memorable Vacation Bible School (VBS) weekend! This year’s VBS promises to be packed with faith, fun, music, activities, crafts, games, and meaningful opportunities to serve our community. We encourage children and families to participate in this special weekend as we learn, grow, and celebrate together. VBS Schedule Friday, June 5, 5 - 8 pm Saturday, June 6, 9 am – Noon Sunday, June 7, 9:30 am – Noo

With summer approaching, we are thrilled to invite families to join us for a memorable Vacation Bible School (VBS) weekend! This year’s VBS promises to be packed with faith, fun, music, activities, crafts, games, and meaningful opportunities to serve our community. We encourage children and families to participate in this special weekend as we learn, grow, and celebrate together. VBS Schedule Friday, June 5, 5 - 8 pm Saturday, June 6, 9 am – Noon Sunday, June 7, 9:30 am – Noo

A vibrant church community thrives on shared faith, genuine love, and a common purpose. We invite you to join us every Sunday at 9:45 am for a time devoted to learning, connection, and spiritual renewal, regardless of where you are in your faith journey. Whether you're just beginning to explore what it means to follow Christ or have been on your spiritual path for many years, you will find a welcoming home here. ✝️ FROG – Fully Rely on God (Children’s Ministry) 📍 Room 9 Each

As part of this year’s VBS, we are also collecting donations to support community outreach projects. These projects allow our children and families to serve others while learning the importance of compassion, generosity, and kindness. Your donations will help us create care packages for individuals and families in need throughout our community. Birthday Bags Donations Needed Help us make birthdays extra special for children and families by donating: Boxed cake mix Tub of fros

Summer is almost here, and we are excited to invite families to join us for an unforgettable Vacation Bible School (VBS) weekend! This year’s VBS will be filled with faith, fun, music, activities, crafts, games, and meaningful opportunities to serve others in our community. We welcome children and families to be part of this special weekend as we learn, grow, and celebrate together. VBS Schedule Friday, June 55:00 PM – 8:00 PM Saturday, June 69:00 AM – Noon Sunday, June 79:30

Are you interested in learning more about St. John’s and becoming part of our church family? We would love to meet you! Join us for our New Members Meet & Greet on Saturday, May 16 at 6:00 pm for a relaxed and welcoming evening designed for anyone who wants to learn more about our community, our mission, and what it means to become a member of St. John’s. Whether you’ve been visiting for a few weeks or have simply been curious about getting more connected, this gathering is a