St. John’s is a Christian Church
We believe and teach the three historic statements of the Christian faith – the Apostles, Nicene, and Athanasian creeds, which clarify that God is Triune: three equal yet distinct persons that are one deity – Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. We believe and teach that Jesus Christ is God the Son from all eternity who took on human nature in his birth at Bethlehem, and that human beings are saved solely by faith in him and his perfect life and atoning death for sin.
St. John’s is a Lutheran Church
We emphasize the three great truths of the Reformation. . .
By Grace Alone
We are forgiven and saved solely as a result of God’s undeserved love, for the sake of Jesus’ life, death and resurrection for us. There is nothing human beings can or must do to contribute to their salvation.
Through Faith Alone
All that Jesus did to restore us to a right relationship with God is ours personally through faith in Jesus. The Holy Spirit creates and confirms in us this faith or trust in Jesus solely through the Gospel, in Scripture and in the Sacraments.
On the Basis of Scripture
Alone Christian truth and life are established solely by the 66 books of the Bible, God’s word-for-word revelation, inspired by the Holy Spirit and without error.
St. John’s is an Evangelical Church
That word “evangelical” means that we are all about the Gospel – the “good news” that God’s love, forgiveness, and everlasting life are his free gift to sinners for the sake of Jesus Christ. The Gospel shapes our message, our mission, and the character of our life together in Christ’s Church.
St. John’s is a Confessional Church
Because they are a correct presentation of God’s Word, we consistently and without compromise teach the doctrines set forth in the catechism and confessions of the Lutheran Church – the Book of Concord.
Looking for some more in-depth information, look here:
www.wels.net/about-wels/
www.whataboutjesus.com
Get into God’s word!
Bible study opportunities Emmanuel & St. John’s Lutheran churches
The words of Amos, one of the shepherds of Tekoa . . .Amos 1:1a Amos was a layman, a typical Israelite, a shepherd, a fig picker. But God had different plans for him. As a layman, head to Bible Study both for yourself and the good of others! And in the study of the Word, God will make you ready for whatever opportunities He grants you!
Sunday morning Bible studies: Very Important Chapters
St. John’s Sunday, 8:45 a.m.
Sunday school at St. John’s 8:30 a.m. in the school.
Weekday bible study:
Wednesdays at St. John’s 10:30am AND repeated at 6:30pm. The topic will be Stories You Didn’t Learn in Sunday School – and a Few You Did.
PLEASE NOTE: THERE WILL BE NO PUBLIC SCHOOL CATECHISM CLASSES OR BIBLE CLASSES ON WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 26TH!!!!!
FOR ALL EMMANUEL-ST JOHN’S MEMBERS AND FRIENDS!!
Sunday, November 23rd, 2025:
Last Sunday of the Church Year
Cause/Effect: Scripture/Anticipation
Today’s Worship Leader: Retired Pastor John Dolan/Today’s Accompanist: Mrs. Sarah (Dolan) Schaser
Singing Schedule:
12/3/25 CALA K-8 at Princeton
12/13/25 Little Lambs Christmas Service at Montello 11:00am
12/14/25 CALA Christmas Service with Chimes, Princeton 4:00pm
12/21/25 St. John’s Sunday School Christmas Service
This Week of November 23-30
23rd Sun Book fair Ends Today in the Gym
24th Mon CALA Boys Basketball – Away at Montello Public School 3:30PM
25th Tues Joint Worship Meeting at St. John’s, Lower Level, 6:30pm
26th Wed Thanksgiving Eve Worship at St. John’s 6:30pm
30th Sun Bible Class, 8:45 am in the St. John’s Linkway
30th Sun 8 AM Worship at Emmanuel and 10 AM at St. John’s.
Thanksgiving Eve Worship
Wednesday, November 26 at St. John’s 6:30pm. Our Preacher will be Retired Pastor John Dolan, and our Accompanist will be Mrs. Andrea Schmeling Dolan. A service for worship was adapted by LuAnn Zieman and is called, “All Our Wants and Needs Supplying.”