All are welcome to join in ’Holy Conversations’ led by Pastor Mark on Thursday mornings beginning at 10:30 am at St John’s. This is a time for exploring faith, the Bible, and timely topics - wherever that may lead. For the next few weeks we will be reading and discussing a book written by Rolf Jacobson with Karl Jacobson and Mike Pancoast, God Meets Us in Our Suffering: Hope and Encouragement for Those Journeying through Cancer. Please let the church office know if you would like a copy of this book to participate.

This new TRUST Initiative, facilitated by its Health and Wellness Team and held at St John’s on the third Tuesday of the month, is designed to be “a place for conversations and connections in this journey of life.” Call 612-827-6159 or email trust@trustinc.org to register.

We will be opening the gym/fellowship hall and getting out all the toys for kids to run and play! This is a church-sponsored event especially for children age 7 and under. Please plan to stay and supervise your child and get to know other parents in the neighborhood. Feel free to invite neighbors or friends. All are welcome!

Reminder that childcare staff will not be present at this event.

All are welcome to join in ’Holy Conversations’ led by Pastor Mark on Thursday mornings beginning at 10:30 am at St John’s. This is a time for exploring faith, the Bible, and timely topics - wherever that may lead. For the next few weeks we will be reading and discussing a book written by Rolf Jacobson with Karl Jacobson and Mike Pancoast, God Meets Us in Our Suffering: Hope and Encouragement for Those Journeying through Cancer. Please let the church office know if you would like a copy of this book to participate.

Come and join in an evening of playing games and enjoying snacks together in St. John’s Fellowship Hall! Bring a snack to share if you are able and would like to do so. If you have a favorite game to play, feel free to bring it along. If not, the church has SEVERAL games to choose from. All ages welcome!

We will be opening the gym/fellowship hall and getting out all the toys for kids to run and play! This is a church-sponsored event especially for children age 7 and under. Please plan to stay and supervise your child and get to know other parents in the neighborhood. Feel free to invite neighbors or friends. All are welcome!

Reminder that childcare staff will not be present at this event.

All are welcome to join in ’Holy Conversations’ led by Pastor Mark on Thursday mornings beginning at 10:30 am at St John’s. This is a time for exploring faith, the Bible, and timely topics - wherever that may lead. For the next few weeks we will be reading and discussing a book written by Rolf Jacobson with Karl Jacobson and Mike Pancoast, God Meets Us in Our Suffering: Hope and Encouragement for Those Journeying through Cancer. Please let the church office know if you would like a copy of this book to participate.

CRAFT AND CHAT TUESDAY—February 24, 2-4 PM

Bring your unfinished project with you to St John’s Lounge on Tuesday, February 24. We will spend the afternoon crafting and chatting. Coffee, water and treats are provided, but you are always welcome to bring a treat or snack to share.

See you there!

Our Ash Wednesday worship for tonight has been cancelled due to the weather and difficult travel conditions.

Join in the celebration before our Lenten journey begins!

Come to Fellowship Hall starting at 6 PM for pancakes and ice cream, followed by Game Night.
If you have a favorite game you would like to play, please bring it along. A free will offering will be taken.

SEE YOU THERE!!!

This new TRUST Initiative, facilitated by its Health and Wellness Team and held at St John’s on the third Tuesday of the month, is designed to be “a place for conversations and connections in this journey of life.” Call 612-827-6159 or email trust@trustinc.org to register.

All are welcome to join in ’Holy Conversations’ led by Pastor Mark on Thursday mornings beginning at 10:30 am at St John’s. This is a time for exploring faith and the Bible, wherever that may lead. The next few sessions will focus on the book of Galatians and its timeliness in the current milieu.

All are welcome to join in ’Holy Conversations’ led by Pastor Mark on Thursday mornings beginning at 10:30 am at St John’s. This is a time for exploring faith and the Bible, wherever that may lead. The next few sessions will focus on the book of Galatians and its timeliness in the current milieu.

Join in the Annual Chili and Cornbread Contest!

Bring entries to the church kitchen by 9:45 on February 1st, then following 10 am worship, all are welcome (entering the contest or not) to come to fellowship hall to taste the good food, vote for your favorite chili and cornbread entries, and enjoy conversation! See you there!

CRAFT AND CHAT TUESDAY—January 27, 2-4 PM

Bring your unfinished project with you to St John’s Lounge on Tuesday, January 27. We will spend the afternoon crafting and chatting. Coffee and treats will be provided.

See you there!

We will be opening the gym/fellowship hall and getting out all the toys for kids to run and play! This is a church-sponsored event and all are welcome to attend. Please plan to stay and supervise your child and get to know other parents in the neighborhood. Feel free to invite neighbors or friends. All are welcome!

Reminder that childcare staff will not be present at this event.

This new TRUST Initiative, facilitated by its Health and Wellness Team and held at St John’s on the third Tuesday of the month, is designed to be “a place for conversations and connections in this journey of life.” Call 612-827-6159 or email trust@trustinc.org to register.

Come and join in an evening of playing games and enjoying snacks together in St. John’s Fellowship Hall! Bring a snack to share if you are able and would like to do so. If you have a favorite game to play, feel free to bring it along. If not, the church has SEVERAL games to choose from. All ages welcome!

All are welcome to join in ’Holy Conversations’ led by Pastor Mark on Thursday mornings beginning at 10:30 am at St John’s.

Come and worship, come and worship, worship Christ, the newborn king!

Following 10 am worship on December 21, we’ll hold a Holiday Singalong in the sanctuary, then gather in fellowship hall to share a meal and vote for our favorite Jello conconction! Bring your favorite Christmas and/or Jello dish to St John’s on Sunday, December 21 or simply come and celebrate the morning together.  

Your Jello dish can be a salad, a dessert, or plain. The Jello dish with the most votes will win a small prize and bragging rights for one year.

This event is brought to you by St John’s Cross+Generational Ministry Team.

St John’s Missionary Circle will host its Holiday Bazaar during the receptions that follow each performance of Messiah Dec. 12 and 13 at St John’s. You may find baked goods, candy treats, preserves, handmade gifts, art/craft items, and other treasures. Proceeds from this bazaar help to support local and global causes, including the sponsorship of four boarding school students in India who would never have the opportunity to have an education or even leave their villages without our help.

The Messiah performances will be Friday, December 12 at 7:30 pm and Saturday, December 13 at 4 pm at St Johns. Join neighbors and friends for the event!

St. John’s Music Series will present St. John’s Oratorio Chorus in Handel’s “Messiah” on Friday, December 12, 2025 at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 4 p.m. in St. John’s sanctuary. The chorus will perform with orchestra, soloists, and  Music Series Artistic Director Brian A. Schmidt conducting.  

These concerts are presented free of charge, open to all. Free will monetary donations to help defray cost are also welcome.

St John’s Missionary Circle will host its Holiday Bazaar during the receptions that follow each performance of Messiah Dec. 12 and 13 at St John’s. You may find baked goods, candy treats, preserves, handmade gifts, art/craft items, and other treasures. Proceeds from this bazaar help to support local and global causes, including the sponsorship of four boarding school students in India who would never have the opportunity to have an education or even leave their villages without our help.

The Messiah performances will be Friday, December 12 at 7:30 pm and Saturday, December 13 at 4 pm at St Johns. Join neighbors and friends for the event!

St. John’s Music Series will present St. John’s Oratorio Chorus in Handel’s “Messiah” on Friday, December 12, 2025 at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 4 p.m. in St. John’s sanctuary. The chorus will perform with orchestra, soloists, and  Music Series Artistic Director Brian A. Schmidt conducting.  

These concerts are presented free of charge, open to all. Free will monetary donations to help defray cost are also welcome.

The Minneapolis Brass Ensemble presents “Christmas in Brass” in a free concert at St John’s Lutheran Church, 4842 Nicollet Ave S, Minneapolis - 3 PM, Sunday, December 7! Stan Bann is the new Director of the Ensemble. Their mission is to make high-quality brass music accessible to both performers and audiences in the Twin Cities.

Ring in the holiday season with radiant brass music!

All are welcome to join in Holy Conversations and explore “Life Together” as described by pastor/theologian Dietrich Bonhoeffer in his book. Copies are available in the church office.

Pastor Mark leads discussions this Thursday evening, 6 pm at St John’s.

Come and join in an evening of playing games and enjoying snacks together in St. John’s Fellowship Hall! Bring a snack to share if you are able and would like to do so. If you have a favorite game to play, feel free to bring it along. If not, the church has SEVERAL games to choose from. All ages welcome!