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God is continually renewing the church! Join us on Reformation Sunday, October 25, at 11:00 am for a special worship service led by our youth. Our young members will guide the worship and deliver the message as we celebrate God’s ongoing work of renewing and transforming the church. Join us in worship, listen to what our youth have to share, and open your heart to the transformative work of the Holy Spirit. Come and let the Holy Spirit transform you!

Join us on Saturday, October 24, at 5:00 pm, in the Worship Center to celebrate the installation of Deacon Wendy as our Deacon for Outreach Coordination! This special service signifies an exciting new phase in St. John’s ministry and our dedication to serving and engaging with our community. Celebrate with us and pray for God’s blessing, guidance, and wisdom as Deacon Wendy embarks on this new role. A light meal will follow the service, offering a chance to continue the celeb

God is always reforming the church! Join us on Reformation Sunday, October 25, at 11:00 am for a special youth-led worship service. Our youth will lead the worship and bring the message as we celebrate God’s ongoing work of renewing and reforming the church. Come worship with us, hear what our young people have to share, and open your heart to the transforming work of the Holy Spirit. Come and allow the Holy Spirit to reform you!

Please join us on Saturday, October 24, at 5:00 pm in the Worship Center as we celebrate the installation of Deacon Wendy as our Deacon for Outreach Coordination! This special service marks an exciting new chapter in St. John’s ministry and our commitment to reaching out and serving our community. Come celebrate with us and pray for God’s blessing, guidance, and wisdom as Deacon Wendy begins this new role. A light meal will follow the service, providing an opportunity to cont

Ladies, set aside your weekend for a calming and rejuvenating escape in the refreshing pines of Prescott! Our Women’s Fall Retreat is the ideal chance to take a break from the daily grind and come together to celebrate God’s love. The weekend will feature Bible study, fellowship, hiking, worship, delicious food, activities, games, and ample time to relax and enjoy each other’s company. All women are invited! The cost is a reasonable $84, which includes a two-night stay and me

Please join us in celebrating Wendy Schulz as she is ordained to Word and Service on Saturday, October 3, at 10 am at Peace Lutheran Church, 18265 North 89th Avenue, Peoria. This is a momentous occasion as we recognize Wendy’s call to ministry and give thanks to God for her talents and dedicated service. Everyone is welcome to attend this joyous worship service. A reception will follow the ordination service. We hope you’ll join us as we come together to celebrate Wendy and t

Ladies, reserve your weekend for a soothing and refreshing getaway in the cool pines of Prescott! Our Women’s Fall Retreat offers the perfect opportunity to step away from the daily hustle and gather to celebrate God’s love. The weekend will include Bible study, fellowship, hiking, worship, delicious food, activities, games, and plenty of time to relax and enjoy each other’s company. All women are welcome! The cost is an affordable $84, covering a two-night stay and meals. Sc

Ladies, set aside the weekend for a relaxing and rejuvenating escape in the cool pines of Prescott! Our Women’s Fall Retreat is a perfect chance to take a break from the hustle of daily life and come together to celebrate God’s love. The weekend will feature Bible study, fellowship, hiking, worship, delicious food, activities, games, and ample time to relax and enjoy each other’s company. All women are invited! The affordable fee of $84 includes a two-night stay and meals. Sc

We invite you to join us in celebrating Wendy Schulz as she is ordained to Word and Service on Saturday, October 3, at 10 am at Peace Lutheran Church, 18265 North 89th Avenue, Peoria. This is a significant day as we honor Wendy’s call to ministry and express gratitude to God for her talents and dedicated service. Everyone is welcome to attend this joyous worship service. A reception will follow the ordination service. We hope you’ll join us as we come together to celebrate We

Please join us as we come together to celebrate the life of Bill Lindquist on Saturday, October 3, at 1:00 pm. We will gather to remember Bill, give thanks for his life, and share in the memories and stories that have touched the lives of family and friends. All are welcome to join us as we honor his life and give thanks for the gift of his presence among us.