Oct 28, 2024 | Letters From Pastor
Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ, What a day for Trick or Treat. It was a beautiful day and we had many people come join us to celebrate our annual Trick or Treat event at St. Johns.. Thank you to all who made it a special day by either coming and joining us or...
Oct 15, 2024 | Letters From Pastor
Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ, I just want to remind you that I also am preaching to myself. This is how God usually talks to me. First, it seems that the Spirit begins stirring in my soul. Sometimes (most of the time) I usually need a little extra nudge,...
Oct 7, 2024 | Letters From Pastor
Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ, Have I told you I love baptisms. We had a special Sunday when we baptized Raylan and her little sister Cecelia Schmidt. We have been baptizing two at a time recently. They were both dressed in beautiful white gowns. I knew it...
Sep 30, 2024 | Letters From Pastor
Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ, I want to thank all of you who have destroyed the chalkboard. The board is now empty. I tell you that one of the things St. Johns does a great job of wiping out beautifully made boards. Thank you. This is awesome. I also...
Sep 23, 2024 | President's Letter
Church Council President’s Report for September Planning for the future was the emphasis at the Church Council Meeting last Tuesday. The Northern Illinois Synod has Grant funds available to assist congregations in their roles in their community. There is not a...