Saint John Evangelical Lutheran Church - Port Clinton, Ohio
“Growing Disciples of Jesus”
Worship: Greetings in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ! You are invited to come experience the unconditional love of God in Jesus as it is proclaimed, experienced and extended when we gather to worship, to grow in faith, to participate in fellowship and to serve others.[More]
Disciple-Ship Quest: Moving towards God’s vision of “Growing Disciples of Jesus,” our creative Christian Ed Team has chosen the powerful name “Disciple-Ship Quest” for what was formerly called Sunday School. You are invited to join the journey. Classes are available for all ages from 3 year old through adult. [More]
St. John @ the Bay: Come and worship at Mother of Sorrows Church where our Lutheran Mission, St. John @ the Bay, is developing an emerging worship community that shares the Gospel and grows discipleship in those who live, work and visit on South Bass Island. [More]
Narrative Lectionary: The Narrative Lectionary is a set of Bible readings for our worship that tells the over-arching biblical story in a nine-month period. These texts sound the voices of Abraham and Sarah, Moses and Isaiah, Jesus, and Paul; and so enrich preaching and our life of faith.
[Summary & Schedule]
FAITH 5 FIRES …
Do you like to sit around a summer campfire with friends? Do you love S’Mores? Do you wish there was some kind of a midweek connection with the Body of Christ?
Well, if you answered yes to any… or all … of these questions … then consider yourself invited to a new … cooperative ministry event that is being planned for the Peace and St. John faith communities.
People of all ages … from both faith communities and beyond … will be gathering on Wednesday, July 24 at 7:00 pm at Peace Lutheran Church … to engage in a fun-filled evening … around a summer campfire … eating S’mores … playing games … and “huddling up” for Faith 5 groups.
The intention is that all of this will take place in one hour, but those who might want to linger, may do so. You will need to bring a lawn chair or blanket. Everything else will be provided.
The Rain Out Date will be July 31. If all goes well, there may be more events like this in our future.
A SMALL GROUP MINISTRY FOR MEN
After a period of prayerful discernment … we are inviting all interested “Men in Mission” to gather for breakfast, fellowship and prayer.
Our first revamped ministry will be held on Saturday, July 13 at 8:00 am. We will meet at Frisch’s on Perry Street.
The thought is that each month we will gather at a different location to see if we can find the best breakfast in our community! No need to reserve a spot … just show up. Pastor Jim will meet you at the door. Bring your ideas for our next gathering location!!
An all-congregation outing to Fifth-Third Field to see the Toledo Mud Hens in action is being planned for Friday, August 9. First pitch is at 7:00 pm. Ticket prices are $14.00 can also be found on the sign-up sheet.
Sign-up or call the church office if you are interested. Tickets will be ordered on or about July 21, so PLEASE sign-up before that date!
A SMALL GROUP MINISTRY FOR MEN
After a period of prayerful discernment … we are inviting all interested “Men in Mission” to gather for breakfast, fellowship and prayer.
Our first revamped ministry will be held on Saturday, July 13 at 8:00 am. We will meet at Frisch’s on Perry Street.
The thought is that each month we will gather at a different location to see if we can find the best breakfast in our community! No need to reserve a spot … just show up. Pastor Jim will meet you at the door. Bring your ideas for our next gathering location!!
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“TIME AND TALENTS” WEEKEND There'e still time ... if you have the talents ... to turn in your Time and Talent Sheets ... Extra copies are available in the Office and in the Narthex. “The gifts he gave were that some would be apostles, some prophets, some evangelists, some pastors and teachers, to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the Body of Christ.” (Ephesians 4:11-12)
Camp at LMC Pictures … If you are longing to see what a week of camp at Lutheran Memorial Camp looks like, please visit lomocamps.org … find the LMC page … and click on Week One. It was another great week of growing in faith, experiencing the Body of Christ and getting away from daily routines. Oh, and it was FUN too! A poster with additional pictures will also be appearing soon. CROS+GEN LIFE CONFERENCE 2018 One of our values … those characteristics that are a part of the DNA of this congregation … is that we are always about NURTURING DISCIPLES. We would stop being St. John … if we would end our commitment to providing “meaningful opportunities for children, youth and adults to hear, learn and experience the good news of God’s love in Jesus.” From October 1 through October 4, Pam Boytim, Julie Frattaroli and Pastor Jim Lehman had a tremendous opportunity to learn about and to experience Cross+Gen Ministry. This event was held in Estes Park, Colorado at the YMCA of the Rockies. We were inspired and challenged by “big picture” presentations, case studies and workshops. The basic thrust of this approach to nurturing disciples is to gather children, youth and adults into one community, versus breaking age groups into separate classrooms. Here’s a question that is at the heart of this Cross+Gen Life, “What happens when the wisdom of the elder and the wonder of the child collide in the same sacred space every week?” Promise. Hope. Joy. Depth. Fun. Cross+Gen Life. The three of us who attended have met once to process our experience. We have identified some ways that we can implement some of what we have learned. You will have a chance to experience this at our Advent Events and at the Winter DSQ Kick-off. We will be doing some deeper reading of how this ministry has taken shape in congregations across the US. We will be praying about the ways that we can move into more significant commitment to nurturing children, youth and adults in Christian faith. This adventure was made possible through the generosity that has been provided through the Shela Fund, which is a part of the St. John Endowment. MUSIC MINISTRY NEWS The Handbell Choir … under the direction of Lisa Rider rehearses on Tuesdays at 7:00 pm. Our Senior Choir, under the direction of Shelvin Burns, rehearses on Sunday mornings, except when the Handbell Choir is ringing, at 8:00 am. Come join one of our two outstanding choirs who provide leadership for our worship, as gifts and talents are shared!
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St. John LutheranWe are a member of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America , whose offices are located in Chicago, Illinois.
We are also partners with the 162 congregations of the Northwestern Ohio Synod. The offices of the NWOS are located in Findlay, Ohio.
Local ELCA congregations in Ottawa and Wood Counties share mission and ministry through the North Central Conference.
Our congregation also participates in the Port Clinton Clergy Association and it’s seasonal worship and service opportunities.
Greetings in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ! On behalf of the people who gather to worship, learn and serve at St. John Lutheran Church, I welcome you to our Web site as you learn more about our mission.
You are invited to come experience the unconditional love of God in Jesus as it is proclaimed, experienced and extended when we gather to worship. It is our church's desire to grow in faith, to participate in fellowship, and to serve others
I am available to visit with you by phone, at your home or work place, or via e-mail. I would enjoy getting to know you better and answering questions you might have about the Christian faith, or what Lutherans believe, or any specific practices of this Christian community. Please don’t hesitate to get in touch with me.
Once more, in Christ’s name, welcome to St. John Lutheran Church. Come and join us as we seek to make Christ known.
Pastor Jim Lehman
OUR MISSION
We are a Christ-centered and caring congregation called by God to share the good news of salvation for all people.
OUR VISION
“Growing Disciples of Jesus”
