Wednesday Bible Study

Every Wednesday at 12:00pm via Zoom


All are invited to join the mid-week bible study where we look at the readings for the coming Sunday’s worship, following the style of Lectio Divina. Together, we wonder, wish and notice how these ancient words still speak to us.  Some days we even look for what might be “shimmering” for us!


Some of the current bible study participants say:

  • Our discussions help me connect ancient writings with my own lived experience.
  • I am always grateful for what I learn from everyone’s various experiences and feedback.
  • I like that everyone is welcome to this Bible Study.
  • This group is so meaningful to me.
  • Getting to know folks better through our “check-in” time.
  • It’s a mid-week refocusing on God’s word and living God’s love in the world.

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Passcode: 640001

Christmas Sing-Along

Sunday, December 21 at 10:15am in Oehler Hall


Come get in the Christmas spirit with a Christmas Sing-Along! Led by Eliseo Paniague, come enjoy a cup of hot cocoa and sing your favorite Christmas tunes. 

Christmas Caroling

Sunday, December 21 at 1:00pm at Eskaton Land Park


Help bring Christmas joy to our neighbors at the Eskaton Land Park Retirement Community with Christmas Caroling! All musical abilities welcome, no prior singing experience needed. Come dressed in your festive attire and join the merriment! 

Christmas Worship at St. John's Lutheran Church

December 24 and December 25, 2025


Do not be afraid, for see, I am bringing you good news of great joy for all the people: to you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is the Messiah, the Lord.


We welcome all to experience the joy, anticipation, wonder, and stillness of Christmas in worship on Wednesday, December 24 and Thursday, December 25. We gather for Christmas Eve Worship on the 24th at 3:00pm, 5:00pm, 7:00pm and 11:00pm and on Christmas Day for Worship at 10:00am.

Christmas Show & Tell

Sunday, January 4 at 10:15am in Oehler Hall


“And the word became flesh and lived among us.” 


Everyone is warmly invited to a special show & tell as we celebrate the birth of baby Jesus, “the Word became flesh.” Bring something meaningful to you that represents what Christmas means in your life and share a few words with others around your table about its significance. Bring “baby Jesus” from your nativity scene, a Christmas card that is meaningful for you, the remembrance of an experience that brought home for you the idea of “the Word made flesh,” a favorite ornament, a gift you received, a photograph or something else to share.  Together, let’s reflect on the true meaning of this season and honor the gift of Jesus among us!

Young Adult Gathering 

Thursday, January 8 at 6:00pm at Fieldwork Brewing


Come kick-off the new year at the monthly Young Adult Gathering - happening at Fieldwork Brewing on Capitol Ave! Enjoy delicious pizza and brews - kids always welcome. 

Kings, Cake & Coffee

Sunday, January 11 at 10:15am in The Gathering Place


Come celebrate Epiphany at our 2nd annual Kings, Cake & Coffee event! This is an all-church gathering - complete with various cakes and coffee to enjoy. The community engagement community will host and provide the treats, but be sure to bring your "wise men" figurines to share with your table. There may even be a surprise visit from some camel-riding wise people!

Congregation Matters: Budget Hearing

Sunday, January 18 at 10:15am in Oehler Hall


As we prepare for the upcoming Annual Meeting, all are invited to this Budget Hearing. Church Treasurer John Bailey will lead the conversation around the proposed 2026 Budget, be available to answer questions, and lead thoughtful discernment on this important work.

2026 Sunday School Class

Beginning Sunday, January 18 at 10:15am in Classrooms


The 2026 Sunday School season will begin on January 18! There are classrooms for kids and youth of all ages:

  • Seedlings Class - Lower Elementary
  • Saplings Class - Upper Elementary
  • Confirmation - Middle School
  • Growing Trees - High School

If you have any questions about Sunday School or would like to register your kid(s), please email Pastor jon Haug at jon.haug@stjohnslc.org. 

Connecting with our Native American Neighbors

Sundays, January 25 - February 8 at 10:15am in Oehler Hall


For three Sundays this winter, the Justice-Making Ministry of St. John's will host an adult education class about Connecting with our Native American Neighbors. Throughout these classes, participants will learn about the Repudiation of the Doctrine of Discovery, learn about the History of Native Americans in the Sacramento-area, and listen to Indigenous Guest Speakers. Come engage in this powerful and important dialogue! 

2026 Annual Congregational Meeting

Sunday, January 25 at 1:00pm in the Sanctuary and on Zoom


The St. John's Congregational Council has called the 2026 Annual Congregational Meeting for Sunday, January 25, 2026, 1:00 p.m. in the sanctuary and via zoom. The agenda will include the election of Council members and approval of the 2026 budget. Please plan to attend!