Wednesday Night Live on Facebook on Hiatus
Jun
2
to Sep 2

Wednesday Night Live on Facebook on Hiatus

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With Pastor Matt on sabbatical for the summer, our “Wednesday Night Live with the Poocks” on Facebook is on hiatus for 12 weeks. Mark your calendar for Wed, September 2, 9:15pm, for the continuation of season 7. As long as the WNL online crowd returns, this midweek time together won’t be “canceled” but will be renewed, returning in full swing.

Over the summer, please share your “Faith Five” with people you care about:

1) Share your high and low from the day or week.

2) Read the Bible (try a Psalm, or a favorite verse, or a “verse of the day”)

3) Reflect on the scripture reading for your lives. (Any favorite words?)

4) Pray for each other. (Maybe even “toss in a song.”)

5) Bless each other. (For example: May you be filled with the ___ of God.)

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Centering Prayer Practice For Summer 2026
Jun
4
to Sep 2

Centering Prayer Practice For Summer 2026

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This summer Pastor Matt plans to practice Centering Prayer for 5-20 minutes a day, and I invite you to join me. Summer brings a whole new set of rhythms and travel for many of us. Despite the distance or travel, we stay united together in Jesus Christ and remain connected in the Spirit through prayer. And, as always, I invite you to pray every day for St. John’s, our staff, our members, and our mission.

See the Ministry Table or this PDF for a resource guide and daily calendar for Centering Prayer.

Centering Prayer PDF
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28 days Challenge
Aug
16
to Sep 12

28 days Challenge

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Through simple, intentional acts each day, we can share God's love, strengthen our faith, and become a blessing to our families, friends, neighbors, and communities. Pick up a calendar and sign-up for the 28-Day Challenge on the Ministry Table.

 

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Holiday Bazaar Meeting
Aug
19
7:00 PM19:00

Holiday Bazaar Meeting

We are planning to host a meeting for all Bazaar Participants and Shop Leaders of the Bazaar on August 19th at 7:00 pm and I was hoping you could list this event in the Epistle the next few weeks?  The purpose of this event is to kick off planning for this year's Bazaar, and we would welcome anyone who is interested in helping but not sure how to become involved as well!

 

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Blessing of the Backpacks!
Aug
29
to Aug 30

Blessing of the Backpacks!

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School backpacks contain work to be done, work that’s been returned, books to be studied, and the tools to complete homework. In early September, students jump back into the adventures of learning, and we know that God goes with them. During worship on August 29 & 30, all students (children, youth, and adults) are invited to bring their backpacks. Both students and backpacks will be blessed for the coming year of learning.

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Prayer Shawl Ministry
Jul
23
to Jul 31

Prayer Shawl Ministry

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Do you like to knit or crochet?  The Prayer Shawl Ministry needs you!  This ministry provides the gift of a shawl to a person in need of a prayer, a warm hug, and a reminder of God’s care and love.  This simple gift of a 30 x 60 knitted or crocheted shawl serves as a reminder that someone cares and has prayed for the recipient while the shawl is being made. Want to learn to knit or crochet? We can help. The need is great and we need your assistance. To learn more about this ministry, please contact Eileen Meredith at 882-5898 or Ann Legris at 608-436-0470

 

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Open Table FREE Community Meal
Jul
13
5:15 PM17:15

Open Table FREE Community Meal

Everyone is Welcome! Monday July 13, 5:15 to 6:30pm, at Creekside Place, 102 S. Maple St., Evansville. Menu: Tex Mex Buffet! Enchiladas, Other Entrees, Mexican Beans & Rice + assorted side dishes also includes Salad Bar, Dessert, Beverages, Gluten Free and Vegetarian options!

Sponsored by the Evansville Lions; hosted by St. Paul’s Catholic Church.

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Pig roast + Potluck
Jul
11
9:00 AM09:00

Pig roast + Potluck

Enjoy a time of fellowship and feasting with a summer Pig Roast and Picnic Potluck following 5pm worship on Saturday, July 11 and following 9am worship on Sunday, July 12. Keith Lynn will roast the pig for us; bring a side dish or dessert to share. Hospitality help is also needed.

 

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RIC Weekend
Jun
27
to Jun 28

RIC Weekend

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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 27 and 28.

 

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Summer Grief Group
Jun
11
to Jul 9

Summer Grief Group

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Living Kindness, a local nonprofit founded by Christine Quinn, and St. John's, will be partnering to offer a local in-person grief group for those experiencing grief from loss, ambiguous loss, or the emotional weight of caring for someone facing difficult life challenges. Participants will have the opportunity to connect with others on a similar

journey while exploring ways to move through grief with support, compassion, and hope. The five-week summer series begins Thurs, June 11, and will meet weekly on Thursdays through July 9 @ 5:30-7pm at Living Kindness, 13609 W. Forest Ridge Trail, Evansville.

Books—"When Mourning Dawns—Living your way fully through the seasons of your grief" by James E Miller have been donated. Cost of sessions—free will offering.

For questions or additional information, contact Christine at christine@christinejquinn.com 

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Pop up Choir
Jun
7
to Jun 14

Pop up Choir

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As we heard about in the St. John’s history presentation by Ruth Ann Montgomery in April, St. John’s has had a church choir — or more than one! — for about as long as the church has been operation.

Join this sweet-sounding tradition and lend your voice — high or low —to St. John’s Choir on the following dates:

Sunday, May 10th, with a rehearsal on May 2nd from 9:30-10:30am. Sunday, June 14th, Choir will sing “River in Judea” on June 14. Many of us are already familiar with this tune, so we’ll have a quick run through after worship on June 7th instead of a dedicated rehearsal time.

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Baccalaureate Worship
Jun
7
9:00 AM09:00

Baccalaureate Worship

St. John’s will celebrate the accomplishments of all graduating seniors on Sunday, June 7, 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.

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Wednesday Night LIVE with the Poocks
Jun
4
9:15 AM09:15

Wednesday Night LIVE with the Poocks

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.

Watch on our Facebook page.

To see the most recent video, click here

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Bike rodeo
May
30
12:30 PM12:30

Bike rodeo

We’re getting ready for our upcoming Bike Rodeo on May 30 and are hoping to keep everyone cool and comfortable! If anyone has a shade canopy (pop-up tent) that we could borrow for the event, we would greatly appreciate it. Please let the office know if you’re able to help. Thank you for supporting our kids and making this a great day!

 

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All-Church Service Day
May
3
10:00 AM10:00

All-Church Service Day

So clear your morning schedule May 3, 10am-12pm. Find your St. John’s t-shirt. And get ready to use your hands and feet to love this holy community. “God’s Work. Our Hands” is a nationwide motto for the Lutheran church (ELCA). And St. John’s keeps this “faithful service” value at the core of who we are. There is something holy that happens in our hearts and minds when we humbly serve God and serve our neighbors.

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St. Jonh's Merch
May
3
to May 17

St. Jonh's Merch

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Get Your Church Merch in Time for Summer!

Our St. John’s Merch Store is open May 3–17. Get high quality polos, hoodies, shirts, shorts, pants, hats, and more! Our high school youth group will get a donation for each purchase toward trips and events. Here is the Link to the Merch Store sportsworld.chipply.com/stjohnsspring26?action=viewall

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Labyrinth Day Walk
May
2
9:00 AM09:00

Labyrinth Day Walk

The labyrinth was dedicated on World Labyrinth Day in 2016. The Peace Garden & Labyrinth have come a long way since then! The Evansville Peace Garden & Labyrinth is located in Seminary Park, behind the Seminary Apartments, 26 S. Fourth Street. All ages welcome!

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Mom and Son Game Night
May
1
6:30 PM18:30

Mom and Son Game Night

A mom-son game night is a chance to celebrate the gift of family, strengthen the bond God has given, and grow together through fun and shared time. On Friday, May 1 beginning at 6:30pm St. John’s will host a game night for moms and sons to come together for a fun night of food and games. The cost is $5 per person ($20 maximum per family). Contact Chris Cole with any questions at director@stjohns-lc.org. Grandmas, aunts, sisters, neighbors: all are invited!

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85+ Luncheon
Apr
30
11:00 AM11:00

85+ Luncheon

If you were born in 1941 or before, St. John’s is hosting a special afternoon of worship and fellowship just for you. On Thursday, April 30 at 11am, the Chapel will be filled with the grandpas and grandmas of our faith. We will sing classic hymns and receive Holy Communion together. Then we will make our way to Fellowship Hall for a luncheon and a time of community.

Do you need help with transportation? Or do you need assistance getting into and around the building? Have no fear! St. John’s will have someone ready to pick you up and/or walk alongside you for the afternoon. St. John’s blessed to be a community of multiple generations. We are better together.

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Grief Group
Apr
28
6:00 PM18:00

Grief Group

St. John’s and Living Kindness, a local nonprofit founded by Christine Quinn, are inviting community members to gather for this 90 minute session on Tuesday, April 28 at 6pm. You will learn some tips on navigating your grief and find peace again while discussing the possibility of establishing a grief group locally to help navigate your journey.

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Faithful Service Opportunity-City Trees
Apr
25
9:00 AM09:00

Faithful Service Opportunity-City Trees

For several years, St. John’s has partnered with the City of Evansville to plant trees throughout city neighborhoods. The city digs the giant holes, and we bring our muscles and care to plant the trees. This year we are “putting roots down” on Saturday, April 25, 9am-12pm. A Sign-up sheet is available on the ministry table or in the link below.

Sign-ups Volunteers: All Church Service Day

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