Sunday Mornings
Amen Adventures (Sunday School)
Meets on the 1st and 2nd Sunday morning
at 9:00am. All are Welcome!
Weekly Communion
Communion, the Lord’s Supper, Eucharist. They are all names for the
same thing: the meal Jesus gave us to remember him and to receive
his grace. In the ELCA, we say that Communion is a tangible way to
receive God’s love and grace. At St. John’s, we invite anyone to
join us at the table. Parents can determine when they are
comfortable with their child taking part. Parents may choose to
allow their child to take communion at an early age and then receive
instruction (First Communion Class) when they are old enough to read
and sit still for 30 minutes, around kindergarten or first grade for
most kids.
Sharing of the Peace
In Matthew 5:23-24, Jesus said, “So when you are offering your gift
at the altar, if you remember that your brother or sister has
something against you, leave your gift there before the altar and
go; first be reconciled to your brother or sister, and then come and
offer your gift.” At St. John’s we take this commandment seriously
during our passing of the peace, just before Communion. Some people
pass the peace to everyone while others chose to stay in their pews
and share peace with those near them. Either way is good. As one
member likes to say, we are a pool of love; jump in however you
want.
Outdoor Worship
Several years ago, we built a permanent outdoor worship shelter to
go along with the altar and garden at the back of our property.
We’ve been able to use it often in the summer months on Sunday
mornings for worship. Being out in God’s creation enhances the
service in a unique and beautiful way.
Confirmation