St. John's Lutheran Church

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.

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Meeting ID: 824 3800 3387

Passcode: 640001

Grapeful Jelly for Sale

Sundays in November-December at 10:15am in the Courtyard

Grapeful Jelly is for sale! Sales will happen Sundays at 10:15am in the Courtyard from tomorrow through December 21st, $5 a jar. Proceeds from jelly sales will directly benefit the St. John's Snack Stop!

Not a jelly person? This year, there's an opportunity to purchase jelly for an individual in need. Purchase a jar of jelly and we'll pass it along to our partners at the Central Downtown Food Basket who give food to people in need throughout Sacramento.

Young Adult Mug Swap

Thursday, December 11 at 6:00pm at a Private Residence

The St. John's 20s and 30s Young Adults are gathering for their 2nd Annual Christmas Mug Swap! Whether it's from your own collection, you found it thrifting and thought "that's the one", or it's the morning of December 11th and it's borrowed from a cabinet at work, make sure to bring a wrapped mug to swap with the group if you'd like to play in the game. We've got hot chocolate covered, but there's always room for Christmas cookies or other seasonal treats if you'd like to bring something to share!

Email jeremykaetzel[at]gmail.com for the address.

December LLL Book Club

Thursday, December 18 at 11:00am in the St. John's Library

The LLL Book Club will gather in December to read and discuss The Women by Kristin Hannah. "The Women is the story of one woman gone to war, but it shines a light on all women who put themselves in harm’s way and whose sacrifice and commitment to their country has too often been forgotten. A novel about deep friendships and bold patriotism, The Women is a richly drawn story with a memorable heroine whose idealism and courage under fire will come to define an era."

Christmas Worship at St. John's Lutheran Church

December 24 and December 25, 2025

Do not be afraid, for see, I am bringing you good news of great joy for all the people: to you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is the Messiah, the Lord.

We welcome all to experience the joy, anticipation, wonder, and stillness of Christmas in worship on Wednesday, December 24 and Thursday, December 25. We gather for Christmas Eve Worship on the 24th at 3:00pm, 5:00pm, 7:00pm and 11:00pm and on Christmas Day for Worship at 10:00am.