Wednesday Bible Study

Every Wednesday at 12:00pm via Zoom

All are invited to join the mid-week bible study where we look at the readings for the coming Sunday’s worship, following the style of Lectio Divina. Together, we wonder, wish and notice how these ancient words still speak to us.  Some days we even look for what might be “shimmering” for us!

Some of the current bible study participants say:

• Our discussions help me connect ancient writings with my own lived experience.
• I am always grateful for what I learn from everyone’s various experiences and feedback.
• I like that everyone is welcome to this Bible Study.
• This group is so meaningful to me.
• Getting to know folks better through our “check-in” time.
• It’s a mid-week refocusing on God’s word and living God’s love in the world.

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82438003387?pwd=oHKJ6n1qCAcea2Y5yJEEIH69TSCE2h.1

Meeting ID: 824 3800 3387

Passcode: 640001

Mercer Caverns Youth Trip

Saturday, June 27 from 9:00am-4:00pm

St. John’s middle and high schoolers are going to Murphys for the day to tour the Mercer Caverns! After the cave tour, we’ll have lunch in the park and grab ice cream on our way home.

We’ll depart St. John’s at 9:00am and return to St. John’s at 4:00pm - transportation will be provided. Be sure to bring a packed lunch and $10-15 for ice cream. Friends always welcome!

Can’t come to this day trip? Save-the-date, we’ve got another day trip scheduled for Saturday, July 18!

RSVP if you're able to attend here.

A Million Names for God Adult Education Class

Sunday, June 28 at 10:15am in Oehler Hall

Scriptures reveals many different names for God - Yahweh, Good Shepherd, Lord of Hosts, Holy One of Israel, I AM, Father/Mother, etc. In this adult education class, we'll explore different names for God and how they may help or not help us in our faith walk. Come join the conversation!

Congregational Meeting

Sunday, June 28 at 1:00pm in the Sanctuary & on Zoom

The St. John's Congregational Council has called a special Congregational Meeting for Sunday, June 28, 2026, 1:00 p.m. in the sanctuary and on Zoom. The agenda will include the election of our next Senior Pastor and approval of their compensation. Please plan to attend!

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83716347925?pwd=ZSZPka4dc8OkIpPz7SvOAlLFYdenHQ.1

Meeting ID: 837 1634 7925

Passcode: 490779

Toward a Better Understanding of Homelessness

Sunday, July 12-26 at 10:15am in Oehler Hall

St. John's Lutheran Church is located in the heart of Midtown Sacramento and engages with our unhoused neighbors on a daily basis. These three adult education classes will help congregants take a look at some of the myths about unhoused people and hear directly from those who have found themselves to be unhoused. Come listen, learn, and hopefully walk away with a deeper understanding of our most vulnerable neighbors. 

July LLL Book Club

Thursday, July 16 at 11:00am in the Library

The LLL Book Club will read The Forbidden Garden by Fatemeh Jamalpour and Nilo Tabrizy this July. "The riveting, untold true story of the botanists at the world’s first seed bank who made “the mad, heroic decision during the siege of Leningrad to guard biodiversity at the cost of human life.”"

Six Flags Youth Trip

Saturday, July 18th from 10:00am-5:00pm at Six Flags, Vallejo

Middle + High School youth are invited to a day at Six Flags! Come spend your Saturday riding roller coasters and enjoying the FUN of Six Flags. We'll depart St. John's at 10:00am and return at 5:00pm. Tickets and transportation will be provided, just bring money for lunch!

Please RSVP here if you're able to attend!

"Wear Love" Mt. Cross Day Camp

July 27-31 from 9:00am-3:00pm

Mt. Cross Ministries is back to host Vacation Bible School - "Wear Love"! Happening July 27-31st from 9:00am-3:00pm, this Day Camp is for youth in Kindergarten-5th grade, with volunteer opportunities for middle and high school students. 

Registration is $60/camper, with a $20 off sibling discount. Middle and High School volunteer registration is $20/student.

Register here and select “Traveling Day Camps” St. John’s Lutheran.