Looking for a weekend to rest and be refreshed in the midst of the busy fall season? Camp Arcadia’s women’s retreats are just what you need! The first women’s retreat is on September 12-14 with guest speaker Gretchen Ronnevik. The second women’s retreat is on September 19-21 with guest speaker Jan Struck (Limited Availability) Cost for onsite adults (18+) $275 per adult, minimum deposit $125. Camp Arcadia offers two different men’s retreats each season: the Lutheran Laymen League (LLL) Men’s Retreat and the Arcadia Men’s Retreat. LLL Men’s Retreat is on September 4-7 with guest speaker David Davis. The second men’s retreat is on September 26-28 with guest speaker Andy Root with Gabe Kasper, Chaplain. LL Men’s Retreat cost for onsite adults (18+) $290per/adult Arcadia Men’s Retreat cost for onsite adults (18+) $275 per/adult, minimum deposit $125. Whether playing basketball, walking through the woods, or enjoying an ice cream cone, Camp Arcadia’s Fall Jr. High Retreat is for 6th through 8th grade students. The goal of the retreat is to assist, encourage, and challenge teens- to live and grow as God’s people-in a Christian Community. The Jr. High retreat is on October 10 – 12 with guest speaker Scott Giger. The youth pricing is $175 per youth Minimum Deposit $50 If you are interested in attending one of these retreats contact Craig Kaschube ckaschube@stjohnsgrandhaven.com

Sept. 21, 1-2:30 p.m.

St. John’s Luthearn Church

In order to get us moving forward in the same direction with the same information, we will be holding a Large-Group Orientation. Here, we will be worshiping together, gathering contact information, reviewing important documents/processes, and breaking out for group discussion. Please RSVP by Sunday, September 7 to pastorvergin@stjohnsgrandhaven.com. We hope to see you there!

September 24, 7:15 a.m.

St. John’s Lutheran Church

Join us for See You at the Pole for student-led prayer at 7:15 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 24, at the flag pole. You're also invited to join us for Chapel at 10 a.m.

Sept. 26, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

St. John’s Lutheran Church

The Fellowship Board is pleased and excited to announce our next Game Night, scheduled for Friday, September 26, from 6:30 P.M. until 8:30 P.M. Please bring a snack to pass and your favorite games to play. Table wear, napkins, silverware, and beverages will be provided. Children are welcome if they are accompanied by a parent and can play games independently. Hope to see you there!

Sept. 27, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

St. John’s Lutheran Church

Join us anytime from 9am to 1pm in the social hall to help transform t-shirts into diapers or cut plastic grocery bags into strips to be made into homeless sleeping mats. This is open to women, men, and teens for whatever time you can spare. Helpful items to bring (but not necessary): fabric scissors, paper/craft scissors, gently used 50% cotton t-shirts (men L, XL or women XL), fabric cutting boards, large safety pins. Contact Ronda Chapman with questions – 616 847-8736

Appointments for Our Church Directory Are Now Open!
We’re excited to announce that family photo sessions for our updated Church directory will be held on the following dates:

📸 September 30–October 4

We look forward to seeing your smiling faces!

To schedule your appointment, please click the link below:

Sept. 30, 10:30a.m.-4:15p.m.

St. John’s Lutheran Church

Click the button below to schedule your appointment.

Oct. 1-31

Throughout the month of October, we will collect new socks & underwear to support foster and kinship families through “The Closet.” We will collect sizes toddler through 18-years-old.

Donations can be placed in the Social Hall. Thank you for your continued partnership and support!

Oct. 10 - 12

Camp Arcadia

Whether playing basketball, walking through the woods or enjoying an ice cream cone, Camp Arcadia’s Fall Jr. High Retreat is for 6th through 8th grade students.  The goal of the retreat is to assist, encourage, and challenge teens- to live and grow as God’s people-in a Christian Community. Please email Mr. Kaschube, ckaschube@stjohnsgrandhaven.com, if interested.

Geneva Retreat Center in Holland, October 11, 9a.m.-3 p.m.

Ladies, you are invited to the Lakeshore Zone Fall Retreat, Nourished, on Saturday, October 11 from 9 to 3 p.m. at the Geneva Retreat Center in Holland. The theme for the day is “Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God.” Matthew 4:4. The cost is $45 per person at the door. Ages 10-18 are free when accompanied by an adult. The day will include worship, Bible study, lunch, a service project, and a take-home activity. We will collect gifts for Gateway Mission in Holland. Child-friendly snacks, lotions, lip balm, women’s socks (all colors, styles, sizes). Please register by September 28 so we can prepare. 

You can register by contacting Rosie Anderson or the church office at 616-842-4510.

October 15, 4:30-6 p.m.

Join us for Hall-o-Treat at 4:30-6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 15, at St. John's Lutheran Church & School. Hall-o-Treat is indoor trick-or-treating and games!

If you plan to decorate a table and hand out candy, please RSVP below.

Oct. 18

St. John’s Lutheran Church

The Ladies Aid will be making their famous apple dumplings starting at 9 a.m., they will be available for purchase in the afternoon!

Nov. 8

St. John’s Lutheran Church

The Ladies aid will be making pigs-in-a-blanket starting at 9 a.m. and will be available for purchase in the afternoon.

Nov. 8, 6-8 p.m.

St. John’s Lutheran Church

June 28, 2026- July 1, 2026

Mackinac Island