St. John’s is delivering Meals on Wheels to Evansville residents during the weekdays in October. Volunteers will pick up meals at Creekside Place Monday-Friday at 11am. Sign up on the Ministry Table or call the church office.
First through fifth grade students are invited to audition for the Christmas program “A Quizzical Christmas” following BASIC at 11:15am on Sunday, October 12th in the Sanctuary. Rehearsals will take place during BASIC beginning Sunday, October 19th.
Join Pastor Matt and Becca for a mid-week connection on Wednesdays at 9:15pm. These brief Facebook LIVE events are called Wednesday Night Live with the Poocks. They use the Faith Five – share highs and lows, read the Bible, discuss it, pray, and bless. Sometimes they even sing a song. If you can't watch them LIVE, you can view when it is convenient for you. You don’t need a Facebook account to view.
Watch on our Facebook page.
To see the most recent video, click here
If you were born in 1940 or before, St. John’s is hosting a special afternoon for you. On Thursday, October 16 at 11am, you are invited to join a worship just for you filled with classic hymns and Holy Communion. After worship we will join together in fellowship for a luncheon and time of community.
RSVP to the church office.
The men’s ministry of St. John’s is moving forward, and you’re invited! All these events are open to ALL MEN of St. John’s and our guests. See Epistle for more information.
St. John’s will be hosting a monthly ADHD Support Group for adults parenting kids with ADHD and adults with ADHD. The group will be a safe place to share information and support one another through the ups and downs of the journey of the superpower known as ADHD. This month’s meeting will be held on third Monday here at St. John’s from 6:00-7:30pm. The meetings are open, so spread the word. ADHD experts will be invited to speak to the group on topics of interest. For more information, contact Penny Molina at pennylmolina@gmail.com.
This month’s Adult B.A.S.I.C.
Join in a new women’s group to make new connections. We are gathering on Sunday’s from 4-5:30pm in the lounge. We will hear a short message, enjoy fellowship, and pray together. Feel free to bring a crafty thing or game to play. No RSVP necessary. Questions? Call Denise Paese at 608-556-1282.
It just wouldn’t be summer without a fun and faith-forming trip with our
high school youth. Next summer we’re going to Lake Traverse Reservation
in Sisseton, South Dakota (pictured above), to learn about Dakota history
and culture, serve the community, and help provide a safe place for kids.
All high school youth and their parents that are interested should email
Chris Cole at director@stjohns-lc.com for further information about this trip
that’s in the works for July 12-17, 2026.
A $50 deposit is due by October 29
For Women’s Retreat $75 deposit due Oct 15.
For Men’s Retreat more details coming soon.
The Ecumenical Christmas Choir begins rehearsals Wednesday, October 8, 7:30-9:00pm, at Congregational United Church of Christ, 112 W Church St. Cindy Zblewski and Cathy Nevel direct this ensemble of local singers from various Christian churches. If you sing high or sing low, you are invited to join this 9-week experience. The concert is set for Sunday, December 7th, 5:30pm. Hear the good news this Christmas that God comes when we least expect it, in the most unlikely of ways. Come explore the true light of Christmas!
You can help eliminate hunger in our community by volunteering for St. Mark’s Food Ministry with St. John's!
Friday Meal workers prepare food, serve the meal, and clean-up afterward. The lunch is prepared for dine in or carry out. Whenever you choose to serve, you will make a difference at St. Mark's Food Ministry!
Free Community Meal (groups of 3-4 volunteers): Fridays, 10:30am-1:30pm.
We will meet at St. John's at 10:00am to caravan, and we will be back around 2:00pm.
Click here for link
The Men will meet for an hour in the Fellowship Hall for Fellowship, Bible Study, and Conversation.
The men’s ministry of St. John’s is moving forward, and you’re invited! All these events are open to ALL MEN of St. John’s and our guests. See Epistle for more information.
Come and play with fellowship!
Open Table on Monday, September 8 , 5:15-6:30pm at Creekside Place. The Open Table community meal is sponsored this month by Evansville Lions Club and Tipi Produce. It is hosted by Evansville Underground Music and Becoming Better Neighbors. Dinner will include taco bar, enchiladas, beans, rice, tossed salad, dessert and beverages.
Here is the link to sign-up
Come and help serve with us!
Youth Come and join us to learn more about your faith and God! Scan QR code to sign up.
Come one, come all! We’ve got plenty of room outdoors to worship the Lord! In case of rain, worship will be indoors in the sanctuary.
Calling all faithful bazaar servants—new, experienced, old & young alike! Mark your calendars for Saturday, November 23 for a day of craft fair shopping, dining, silent auction bidding, and more. Anyone interested in helping out in any area or have amazing ideas to share to make the event spectacular, please come to the planning meeting on Tuesday, August 20 at 7pm.
Join us for fun and community at our lakeside camp and conference center on Saturday, August 9. Fabric sale, gift gallery, concessions all begin at 9am. Live auction bidding begins at 10am. Generous support from donors and bidders make it possible for campers to experience God’s love in a powerful way.
Busy on Saturday, head to Lutherdale on Friday, August 8 from 4—7pm for a pre-fest and fish fry.
Join us for New Member Orientation on Sunday,
August 3, 1-3pm. Refreshments will be served. RSVP to the church office (882-4044 or office@stjohns-lc.org).
Lutheran World Relief (LWR) School Kits In July and August we collect items for school kits for LWR. Each school kits contains: Four 70-sheet spiral notebooks of ruled paper, one pencil sharpener, five unsharpened #2 pencils, one eraser, one pair of blunt scissors, one box of 16 or 24 crayons, one 30cm ruler, five ballpoint pens (no gel ink). Thanks for making a difference to our global neighbors.
Want to register your child for VBS here is the link Road Trip Vacation Bible School 2025
Open Table on Monday, July 14, 5:15-6:30pm at Creekside Place. The Open Table community meal is sponsored this month by Evansville Lions Club and Tipi Produce. It is hosted by Evansville Becoming Better Neighbors. Dinner will include enchiladas, roast pork, hot sides, salad bar, desserts, and beverages. Gluten free and vegetarian options.
Help us wish farewell to Vicar Christopher as we enjoy a time of fellowship and feasting with a summer Pig Roast and Picnic Potluck following 5pm worship on Saturday, July 12 and following 9am worship on Sunday, July 13. Keith Lynn will roast the pig for us; bring a side dish or dessert to share. Hospitality help is also needed.
Jesus rejoices when His Church is united. Evansville will unite in song on Wednesday, July 9, 5:15-7pm at Creekside Place (rsvp required). We will dine indoors with a refreshing salad bar. Then we will raise our voices together in song. The music will be a variety of songs, hymns, and some fun facts about the hymns. Sign up on the Ministry Table.
AWARE’s summer food drive is back again to collect food and some basic hygiene necessities for low-income households in the community who access the Evansville Care Closet. Requested items: mac & cheese, hamburger helper, olive, soups (chunky and regular), pudding, canned fruit (in its own juice), baking soda, onion powder, flour, sugar, garlic, canned pasta, Italian seasoning, pasta sauce, unsweetened cereal, crackers, snack chips (low-sugar), shampoo, men’s deodorant, razors, liquid laundry soap, bleach, Kleenex, and diapers (sizes 5&6). Bring your donations back to St. John’s by July 7.
Are you looking for a small group to help you answer questions about who God is, how to read the Bible, what God wants for our lives, and how to pray. In a 7-week small group series on Wednesday evenings this summer, we’re inviting adults to explore the anchors of our faith: the Bible, the Church, Holy Baptism, Holy Communion, the Apostles’ Creed, the Lord’s Prayer, and the Ten Commandments. No question is off limits; no experience necessary. Contact the church office to join. We meet Wednesdays, 6-7pm: June 25, July 23, 30, August 6, 13, 20, 27.
JUNE 23, JULY 7, & AUG. 11 All youth who have completed grades 8-12 are invited to join together in service for a couple hours and play together for a couple hours. Come for one, two, or all days. Text Pastor Matt if you plan to serve!
St. John’s voted to approve our Welcome Statement in January 2019, a statement that explicitly welcomes a wide variety of people who have traditionally been excluded from the Church. At that time, we also voted to become a Reconciling in Christ (RIC) congregation. As we strive to live into our Welcome Statement and to uphold our commitments as a RIC congregation, we will celebrate RIC Weekend on June 21 and 22.
For Four consecutive weeks, Pastor Jerry Tews is facilitating a group who will discuss and pray together about “starting fresh”. consider how God can lead you into the new thing in your life.
June 8 , following 9:00am worship
Your free-will donation will go toward our high school service trip.
Lend your voice, high or low, to St. John’s choir on Sunday, June 8, 9 am. Mark, your calendar for the Rehearsal Sunday, June 1, 10:15am + Sunday, June 8, 8:30am.
Festival of the Holy Spirit
June 7 and 8
Wear RED
St. John’s will celebrate the accomplishments of all graduating seniors on Sunday, June 2, 9:00am. High school graduates will wear their robes and process throughout the worship service. There are also many students who have graduated from undergraduate degrees, trade school, boot camp, or graduate school. And several students graduate mid-year. St. John’s would like to recognize all students on their achievements and bless them as they move to the next stage of their lives.
