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!
Wednesday Bible Study at 10:30am and 6:30pm at St. John’s
Sunday Morning Bible Study at St. John’s, 8:45am
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Sunday Worship
Emmanuel 8:00am and St. John’s 10:00am
Sunday School 8:30am/Bible Study 8:45am
October 25, 2026
Reformation
The Beginning Of The End–It’s Time To Stay Steadfast
Pastor Chuck Westra
Accompanist: Mrs. Donna Kuenn
This Week of October 25-November 1
Monday 26: Choir Practice at St. John’s, 6:00pm
Tuesday 27: BIC at St. John’s, 6:00pm/Worship Meeting at St. John’s, 7:30pm
Wednesday 28: NO BIBLE CLASS OR CONFIRMATION CLASS
Trunk or treat 4:30pm-6:30pm
Thursday 29: NO SCHOOL/ GriefShare at St. John’s 6:00pm
Friday 30: NO SCHOOL
Saturday 31: Men’s Breakfast & Study Club at St. John’s, 8:00am
Looking ahead:
Sunday 11/1: Emmanuel Congregational Meeting Following Worship
Monday 11/2: Joint Elders at St. John’s 9:00am/ Hands in Prayer Meeting at St. John’s 2:30pm/Choir Practice at St. John’s 6:00pm
Tuesday 11/3: Election Day/BIC at St. John’s 6:00pm/CALA meeting 6:30pm
Wednesday 11/4: 10:30 & 6:30 Bible Class resumes/5:00pm Catechism Class resumes
Thursday 11/5: Ladies Aid Lunch and Meeting at St. Johns, Noon.
Sunday 11/6: LWMS Pie sale at St. John’s
CALA, LL and Sunday School Singing Schedule:
10/25/26 Sunday School at Montello
11/8/26 LL & K-2 at Montello
11/15/26 LL &K-8, Chimes at Princeton
11/29/26 Sunday School at Montello