The Cactus & The Cross Blog

This year, as part of our VBS, we are gathering donations to support community outreach initiatives. These initiatives provide opportunities for our children and families to serve others while understanding the value of compassion, generosity, and kindness. Your contributions will enable us to assemble care packages for individuals and families in need within our community. Birthday Bags Donations Needed Help us make birthdays extra special for children and families by donati

This year, as part of our VBS, we are gathering donations to support community outreach initiatives. These initiatives provide opportunities for our children and families to serve others while understanding the value of compassion, generosity, and kindness. Your contributions will enable us to assemble care packages for individuals and families in need within our community. Birthday Bags Donations Needed Help us make birthdays extra special for children and families by donati

From May 24-31, we have a great opportunity to support our neighbors experiencing homelessness by partnering with Family Promise. This vital ministry provides families not only with shelter and meals but also with dignity, encouragement, stability, and hope during challenging times. Your involvement makes this meaningful work possible. Whether you can offer a few hours or stay overnight, there is a way for everyone to help. 👐 Ways You Can Serve Overnighters: Provide a safe,

Are you looking for a meaningful way to assist others? Join our Shower Ministry on Friday, May 22, from 9 am to noon, where we extend support and companionship to our community's unhoused neighbors. This ministry offers more than just hot showers. It emphasizes respecting dignity, providing hospitality, and demonstrating God’s love through small, compassionate acts. Besides showers, we supply hygiene products, clean towels, and—most importantly—a warm and respectful presence.

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

From May 24-31, we have a significant chance to assist our neighbors facing homelessness by collaborating with Family Promise. This essential ministry offers families more than just shelter and meals—it provides dignity, encouragement, stability, and hope during a difficult time. Your participation helps make this impactful work possible. Whether you can spare a few hours or stay overnight, there is an opportunity for everyone to contribute. 👐 Ways You Can Serve Overnighters

From May 24-31, we have a meaningful opportunity to serve our neighbors experiencing homelessness by partnering with Family Promise. This vital ministry provides families with more than just shelter and meals—it offers dignity, encouragement, stability, and hope during a challenging season. Your involvement helps make this life-giving work possible. Whether you have a few hours to give or are able to stay overnight, there’s a place for everyone to serve. 👐 Ways You Can Serve

Are you seeking a meaningful way to help others? Join our Shower Ministry on Friday, March 13, from 9 am to noon, where we offer support and friendship to our community's unhoused neighbors. This ministry provides more than just hot showers. It focuses on respecting dignity, offering hospitality, and showing God’s love through small, compassionate gestures. In addition to showers, we provide hygiene products, clean towels, and—most importantly—a warm and respectful presence.

Your voice matters, and there's a great opportunity ahead to participate in shaping the life and future of our church. We invite you to attend the Congregational Meeting on Sunday, May 3 at 9:45am, accessible both in the Sanctuary and on Zoom for your convenience. This meeting is the primary decision-making event at St. John’s, essential for steering the direction of our church community. During this session, we will elect new council members, receive key updates, and engage

When the Lutheran Thrift Shop first opened its doors, donations were picked up and furniture deliveries were made by volunteers using their own pick-up trucks. The ability to transport large items has always been crucial to the shop’s success, and it remains a major component of our daily operation. Over the years, business has steadily increased, and to keep up with demand, the shop upgraded to a seven-passenger, 14’ box truck — which continues to be a key part of our busine