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Last Soup Supper for Lent 🍲 Lent provides a time for reflection, community, and shared experiences, and we embrace this by gathering around the table. Every Wednesday during Lent, we meet for our Soup Suppers from 5–6 pm in the Chapel Area . We will enjoy simple meals, engage in meaningful conversations, and appreciate each other's presence as we prepare our hearts for Easter. Note: The Bell Choir will dine first and then go to practice. Could You Bring Soup or Bread? We in

A vibrant church community thrives on shared faith, genuine love, and a common goal. We invite you to join us every Sunday at 9:45 am for a time of learning, connection, and spiritual renewal, regardless of where you are in your faith journey. Whether you are just starting 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 week, our

There's something unique about gathering as a church family—not only for worship but also for service. On Saturday, March 21, starting at 8:00 am , we invite everyone to join us for our Church Work Day as we collaborate to maintain and enhance our church property. This is a wonderful chance to serve together, connect with others in the congregation, and ensure our church campus remains clean, safe, and inviting for all who enter. Whether you like working outdoors, repairing

Lent is a sacred time for renewal—an invaluable opportunity to return to the practice of prayer, engage in deep reflection on God's boundless grace, and open our hearts to the myriad needs of the world around us. It is a season that invites us to pause amidst our busy lives and consider our spiritual journey. We warmly invite you to join us for Worship this Lent on Wednesdays at 6:30 pm, where we will come together as a community to deepen our faith and commitment. During th

Soup Suppers Are Here for Lent 🍲 Lent offers a period for contemplation, community, and a collective journey, and we embrace this by coming together around the table. Every Wednesday during Lent, we gather for our Soup Suppers from 5–6 pm in the Chapel Area . We will share simple meals, partake in meaningful discussions, and enjoy each other's company as we ready our hearts for Easter. Note: The Bell Choir will eat first and then proceed to practice. Could You Bring Soup or

An active church community flourishes through shared faith, sincere love, and a unified purpose. We welcome you to join us each Sunday at 9:45 am for a session of learning, connection, and spiritual rejuvenation, no matter your current stage in your faith journey. Whether you are beginning to explore what it means to follow Christ or have been walking with God for many years, you will find a home here. ✝️ FROG – Fully Rely on God (Children’s Ministry) 📍 Room 9 Every week, o

There’s something special about coming together as a church family—not just in worship, but in service as well. On Saturday, March 21, beginning at 8:00 am , we’re inviting everyone to take part in our Church Work Day as we work together to care for and improve our church property. This will be a great opportunity to serve side by side, meet others in the congregation, and help keep our church campus clean, safe, and welcoming for everyone who walks through our doors. Whethe

Be Prepared. Be Confident. Be Ready. At St John’s , one of the most important responsibilities of our Ushers — and really, all members of our church family — is being prepared in case of an emergency. Whether it’s a medical situation during a service, a special event, or an unexpected incident, knowing what to do in those first critical moments can make all the difference. That’s why we’re hosting First Aid Training on Saturday, March 14 at 9:00 am , and we hope you’ll make e

Looking for a meaningful way to assist others? Join our Shower Ministry on Friday, March 13, from 9 am to noon , as we support and stand alongside our unhoused neighbors in the community. This ministry extends beyond offering hot showers. It emphasizes honoring dignity, providing hospitality, and demonstrating God’s love through simple, compassionate actions. Along with showers, we provide hygiene supplies, clean towels, and—most importantly—a welcoming and respectful presenc

Lent is a period of renewal—a time to return to prayer, contemplate God's grace, and open our hearts to the needs of the world. Join us for Worship this Lent on Wednesdays at 6:30 pm. Participate with us in the sanctuary or online as we center our worship around the prayer: “Let All Be Fed.” Throughout the Lenten season, members of St. John’s will share personal insights on how God nourishes the world—both spiritually and physically. Together, we will delve into what it me