Events & Music Series
St. John’s hosts a variety of special programming including our Music Series with its annual community rendition of Handel’s Messiah, and more. You will find special upcoming events here. For monthly meetings and other day-to-day church programming, consult the church calendar.
Handel’s “Messiah” - an Oratorio
St. John’s Music Series will present St. John’s Oratorio Chorus in Handel’s “Messiah” on Friday, December 11, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, December 12, 2026 at 4 p.m. in St. John’s sanctuary. The chorus will perform with orchestra, soloists, and Music Series Artistic Director Brandon Berger conducting.
These concerts are presented free of charge, open to all. Free will monetary donations to help defray cost are welcome.
Handel’s “Messiah” - an Oratorio
St. John’s Music Series will present St. John’s Oratorio Chorus in Handel’s “Messiah” on Friday, December 11, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, December 12, 2026 at 4 p.m. in St. John’s sanctuary. The chorus will perform with orchestra, soloists, and Music Series Artistic Director Brandon Berger conducting.
These concerts are presented free of charge, open to all. Free will monetary donations to help defray cost are welcome.
St John’s “Munch Bunch”
“MUNCH BUNCH” meets Tuesdays, 2-4 pm in St John’s Lounge.
We will be viewing and discussing episodes of The Chosen series from the beginning in anticipation of the release of Season 6 later this year.
This series depicts Jesus' life through the eyes of the people who interacted with him, including the apostles and disciples of Jesus, Jewish religious leaders, Roman government and military officials, and ordinary people.
Come and see! Everyone is welcome!
St John’s “Munch Bunch”
“MUNCH BUNCH” meets Tuesdays, 2-4 pm in St John’s Lounge.
We will be viewing and discussing episodes of The Chosen series from the beginning in anticipation of the release of Season 6 later this year.
This series depicts Jesus' life through the eyes of the people who interacted with him, including the apostles and disciples of Jesus, Jewish religious leaders, Roman government and military officials, and ordinary people.
Come and see! Everyone is welcome!
St John’s “Munch Bunch”
“MUNCH BUNCH” meets Tuesdays, 2-4 pm in St John’s Lounge.
We will be viewing and discussing episodes of The Chosen series from the beginning in anticipation of the release of Season 6 later this year.
This series depicts Jesus' life through the eyes of the people who interacted with him, including the apostles and disciples of Jesus, Jewish religious leaders, Roman government and military officials, and ordinary people.
Come and see! Everyone is welcome!
St John’s “Munch Bunch”
“MUNCH BUNCH” will meet Tuesdays beginning, Oct. 6th, 2-4 pm in St John’s Lounge.
We will start viewing and discussing the Chosen series from the beginning. Everyone is welcome!
Blessing of the Animals
In honor of St Francis of Assisi, on Sunday, October 4th we will be blessing animals and greeting our neighbors who walk by. Since this year we will be outside before (8-10 AM) and after (12-2 PM) worship, you may bring your pet(s) with you to worship, if they are leashed and if you think they can handle being in worship.
Please come by to say hello to our neighbors and bring your pet(s) for a treat and a blessing! We hope to see you there!
Blessing of the Animals
In honor of St Francis of Assisi, on Sunday, October 4th we will be blessing animals and greeting our neighbors who walk by. Since this year we will be outside before (8-10 AM) and after (12-2 PM) worship, you may bring your pet(s) with you to worship, if they are leashed and if you think they can handle being in worship.
Please come by to say hello to our neighbors and bring your pet(s) for a treat and a blessing! We hope to see you there!
Family Game Night
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!
St John’s Munch Bunch
HOW WOULD YOU LIKE TO EXPLORE/GROW YOUR FAITH?
You’re invited to the first meeting of ST JOHN’S MUNCH BUNCH on Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. in the church lounge. Meet and share thoughts and ideas:
Book study? Films and Faith? Sharing a meal? Playing games? Bible study? Video study? Serving our community?
All ages, stages and ideas are welcome. Hope to see you there!
Red Cross Blood Drive
Please call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit RedCrossBlood.org and
enter sponsor code StJohnsLutheran to schedule an appointment.
God’s Work, Our Hands Sunday
Come to Fellowship Hall after 10 AM worship on Sunday, September 13 to engage in God’s work in our community.
Choose from:
Baking Communion Bread
Filling Backpacks for Justice Page
Cleaning drains on Nicollet Avenue
Many hands make light work, we hope you will consider joining us for these service projects. Join in one, two or all three!
Journey Cafe
This TRUST Initiative, facilitated by its Health and Wellness Team and held in St John’s Lounge 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.
Tangletown Clothing Swap
Come to St. John’s Fellowship Hall at 4842 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis, for the Tangletown Neighborhood Association’s 6th annual clothing swap! Empty your closets of clothing items no longer needed and come find gems among the clothing items brought by others. Men's, women's and kids clothing of all sizes, in wearable condition, are to be included.
St John's Chi Rho Weekend
Join fellow members of the St. John’s community for a fun weekend at Chi Rho Center on beautiful Lake Sylvia near Annandale, MN.
Family Game Night
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!
Memorial Service for Richard Newstrom
The Memorial Service for St. John’s member Richard Newstrom will be held in St. John’s sanctuary at 2:00 pm on Friday, July 24, 2026, with visitation beginning at 1:00 and a reception in Fellowship Hall following the service.
The service is being live-streamed on St John’s YouTube channel.
Journey Cafe
This TRUST Initiative, facilitated by its Health and Wellness Team and held in St John’s Lounge 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.
Semi-Annual Meeting of the Congregation
A regular congregational meeting for the purpose of electing new Council members. Voting members of the congregation are encouraged to attend. All are invited for coffee, treats, and fellowship after worship as well.
Craft and/or Chat
CRAFT and/or CHAT — Tuesday, June 23, 2-4 PM
Bring your unfinished project with you to St John’s Lounge on Tuesday, June 20. 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!
Family Game Night
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!
Journey Cafe
This TRUST Initiative, facilitated by its Health and Wellness Team and held in St John’s Lounge 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.
Red Cross Blood Drive
Please call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit RedCrossBlood.org and
enter sponsor code StJohnsLutheran to schedule an appointment.
Worship at Lake Harriet
St John’s, along with Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd and Salsa del Soul musicians, will be leading the “Summer Sundays” worship at the Lake Harriet Bandshell Park, 4135 Lake Harriet Parkway, at 10 a.m. on June 14. There will be no worship at St John’s on Nicollet that Sunday.
This service will be recorded and posted Sunday evening on the Good Shepherd website.
Craft & Chat Tuesday
CRAFT AND CHAT TUESDAY—May 19, 2-4 PM
Bring your unfinished project with you to St John’s Lounge on Tuesday, May 19. 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!
Journey Cafe
This new TRUST Initiative, facilitated by its Health and Wellness Team and held in St John’s Lounge 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.
Family Game Night
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!
Minneapolis Brass in Concert
Join in an afternoon of incredible music with The Minneapolis Brass Ensemble as they present “Heavy Lift” in a free concert, 4 PM on Sunday, May 3 in the sanctuary of St John’s at 49th & Nicollet in south Minneapolis! The conductor will be David King and guest soloist, Joseph Trucano. The mission of The Minneapolis Brass Ensemble is to make high-quality brass music accessible to both performers and audiences in the Twin Cities.
Celebrate spring with the Brass!
Craft & Chat Tuesday
CRAFT AND CHAT TUESDAY—April 28, 2-4 PM
Bring your unfinished project with you to St John’s Lounge on Tuesday, April 28. 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!
Family Game Night
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!
Journey Cafe
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.
Easter Morning
ON EASTER DAY we celebrate the Resurrection of Our Lord … the culmination of our journey with Jesus through Lent and Holy Week.
FESTIVAL WORSHIP at 10 AM (in person and online, nursery available)
EASTER BREAKFAST served from 8-9:30 AM (sponsored by the Chi Rho Committee)
EASTER EGG HUNT 9:30 AM (for children, sponsored by the Cross+Generational Team)