January 1 - February 1

The Flower Basket Fundraiser to support St. John's Youth is back. Flower options include geraniums, ivy geraniums, impatiens, fuchsia, and tuberous begonia. Baskets cost $20 each. Pre-ordering runs Jan. 1 – Feb. 1 Baskets will be available for pick-up May 8 (Mother’s Day Weekend). Thank you to Bosch's Best Bushes for their partnership and support!

January 31, 9 am- 4pm

St. John’s Lutheran Church

Come join the Evangelism team on Saturday, January 31 for the Michigan District Congregational Ministry Summit! The Summit will be streamed live in the Chapel from 9 am to 4 pm where you will be able to sit in the comfort of the pews as you watch. Snacks and refreshments will be provided!

Mondays, January 5 - February 9

6:30 - 7:45 PM

St. John’s Lutheran Gym

Come join us for a fun and friendly game of volleyball on Monday’s with other St. John’s friends. This is open for fifth graders and up. Please sign up below so we can have an estimated headcount.

February 15, 11:30 a.m.

St. John’s Lutheran School Gym

Make plans now to attend and participate in this year’s Chili Cook-off. Cost for adults will be $5.00, and cost for children, 12 and under, is $2.00. Babies and toddlers are free. All proceeds will go to the St. John’s Day School Scholarship Fund. Our goal for this year is $600.00. We are looking for 15 to 20 people to enter their favorite Chili. You may sign up in the Social Hall or on-line. Details of this event will be displayed in the Social Hall and on the Fellowship bulletin board. We will also need additional workers to help serve the chili.

March 29, 11:15 a.m.

St. John’s Lutheran Church

Easter Egg Hunt on Palm Sunday March 29 at 11:15am after service!

More information to follow on how you can help in your bulletin.  

Looking forward to celebrating Jesus' Resurrection with you and the children!

June 28, 2026- July 1, 2026

Mackinac Island

The 2026 Sr. High Gathering is on Mackinac Island June 28-July 1, 2026.  A youth participant is any current (2025-2026) 8th-12th grade student.  Cost per student is $250  (includes: registration fee, lodging ,food and transportation).  Registration opens in January.  Let me know if you have any questions.

2026 Theme: "Mighty Waters"

Theme Verse: John 14:4 And you know the way to where I am going

July 28-July 30, 2026

Frankenmuth, MI

The 2026 Jr. High Gathering in Frankenmuth July 28-July 30, 2026.  A youth participant is any current (2025-2026) 5th-8th grade student.  Cost per student is $100 (includes: registration fee, lodging ,food and transportation).  Registration opens in January.  Let me know if you have any questions.

2026 Theme: "Alien Fellowship"

Theme Verse : 1 Peter 3:15 but in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you; yet do it with gentleness and respect,