​When are your worship services?

We have a contemporary service every Saturday evening at 5:00 pm.
The service with traditional Lutheran Liturgy is on Sunday mornings at 10:45 AM except June through Labor Day Weekend, when the service is at 9:30 AM. 
Sunday School for all ages is from 9:30 to 10:30 am, except during summertime.
Special events and seasonal services occur throughout the year. Please watch our calendar for more information.

​Where do I go when I get there?

We have a portico over our main entrance, and you will be greeted at the door as you enter St. Johns and given a worship bulletin. To your left will be glass doors that lead you into the sanctuary. To your right, down the hall, are restrooms, water fountains, and the nursery. 
Don't worry about being unfamiliar with the service! We try to welcome everyone and help them along as needed.

Visitor and Handicap parking is available in the front parking lot along Rt. 30. Parking is also available on the side lot along Elizabeth Street (on the right side of church). ​

​What’s worship like? How long does it last?

On Saturday evening, we offer a worship service with more contemporary Christian songs along with some traditional hymns. Songs and the service are projected onto a screen at the front of the sanctuary. We read scripture, have a children's sermon, then adult sermon, affirm our faith, pray, and celebrate Holy Communion by intinction (dipping a wafer into a cup of wine). This service lasts approximately 1 hour.

Sunday worship follows traditional Lutheran liturgy (flow). We sing, read scripture, hear a sermon, affirm our faith, pray, and celebrate Holy Communion. On Sundays, children leave the sanctuary after the children's sermon for children's time with lessons and activities; they return during the offering. The service lasts approximately an hour and five minutes. After Worship, we have a fellowship time. Coffee, tea, drinks, and snacks are provided for all in the narthex (lobby). 

Both Saturday and Sunday services use the same scripture lesson and sermons.

What should I wear?

St. John's does not have a dress code. Please dress comfortably. Whether you are casual or dressy, you are welcome.

Are there special ministries for children?

Yes! We have a children's worship bulletin with activities that help them connect with scripture and the service. St. Johns has children's sermons during worship where they are invited up to the altar area to participate. All ages of children are welcome to attend. Parents may go up with them if needed.  

In the narthex (lobby), before entering the sanctuary, bags are available with appropriate worship materials for children. This may include books, coloring pages, and small toys to keep them quietly occupied throughout the service. You may grab one at any time. Return them to the basket at the end of worship. A small table with children's books is also available. 

Can I receive Holy Communion?

We celebrate Holy Communion every week.  All who seek God and a deeper and stronger life in Christ are welcome to receive Communion.  People from any tradition or denomination are welcome at God's Table of Grace. If you don’t wish to receive communion, you can still come forward for a blessing; indicate this by keeping your hands folded. If you wish to receive communion but are unable to walk forward, please let an usher know, and the communion will be brought to you.

Gluten-free wafers are available for those with a wheat/gluten intolerance.  Those with an alcohol intolerance may eat the wafer without dipping (Christ is fully present in each element). ​

Is there an offering?

​One of the ways we put our faith into action is with an offering. Be led by the Spirit in how you give.