May 10 - June 21

St. John’s Lutheran Church

Social ministry is doing their annual diaper drive for positive options our local Pregnancy Center. It began Mother’s Day, and it will continue until Father’s Day in June. Please drop your diapers off in the social hall and help give Positive options our support!

May 28, 1 p.m.

St. John’s Lutheran Church and School

Join us for an exciting afternoon at the School Talent Show! Come cheer on our students as they showcase their amazing talents. We’d love to see everyone there supporting our talented performers!

May 31, 12 p.m.

Hofma Park

This year’s picnic will be held on Sunday, May 31, at Hofma Park, 15581 Ferris St., Grand Haven, Mi., from noon until 3:00 P.M. The Theme is “Bring On The Red, White, & Blue.” The Event will feature a Barbecue entrée with all the fixings, beverages, including pop, water, and specialty mocktails, as well as an old-fashioned Popcorn machine. Children’s activities will include T-shirt painting, games, a giant bubble pond, prize treasure chest, a Pinata, and more. PLEASE BRING A DISH TO PASS. All tableware will be provided. Come one & all and bring a friend! For planning purposes, please sign up in the Social Hall or register on-line. This is a free event, sponsored by the Fellowship Board.

June 6, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

St. John’s Lutheran Church

The weather is warming up, which means it’s time to clean up the St. John’s campus. Join us 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Saturday, June 6, to spruce up the grounds. Please bring wheelbarrows, rakes, and other helpful outdoor tools. Many hands make light work!

June 7th, 10:30 a.m.

St. John’s Lutheran Church

Please join us on June 7 as we officially congratulate our eighth-grade graduates. As our graduates begin their new academic chapter, we encourage everyone to pray for their future endeavors and wish them blessings in the years to come!

June 10-13

St. John’s Lutheran Church & School

You’re welcome to drop off donations at the church 4-7 p.m. June 10 and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 11. The sale will be open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 12, and 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. June 13. The Ladies Aid appreciates all donations and volunteers. Help is needed with setup and take down. You can contact the church office at 616-842-4510.

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 13 & 14, 5 - 7 pm

St. John’s Lutheran Church

You are invited to join us for our Summerama! We are hosting our FREE two-day event 5-7 p.m. July 13 & 14. We will provide dinner, activities, a Bible message, and crafts. Children ages 3 and younger require a parent. Children who register by June 30 will receive a FREE gift. Sign up below! If you have any questions, please contact the church office at 616-842-4510 or office@stjohnsgrandhaven.com

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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,

August 22, 11:30 a.m.

St. John’s Lutheran Church

St. John’s is hosting a BBQ for men on August 22! All ages are invited to join us as we welcome men and their friends from Lutheran churches in West Michigan.