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Located about a mile from Grand Valley State University, on the border of Allendale and Jenison.
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Experience Jesus Christ's Love, Mercy and Power!
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Welcome to St. John Lutheran Church: Meet Our Pastor Marin Cerchez
Marin Cerchez, grew up in Eastern Europe when Christianity was persecuted. If you had a Bible in your possession, you'd get three years in prison. He was an atheist, a medical doctor, and a university professor. Then, about 20 years ago, his world changed. The Holy Spirit called and enlightened him. Since then, he has been passionate about Jesus, evangelism, and apologetics. Read full bio here.
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WHAT'S HAPPENING
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Pop-Up Arts and Crafts Fair Taking Place August 6-8
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Watch highlights from a Pop Up Art Fair from April of this year.
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St. John Provides Free Parking and
Free Grilled Hot Dogs for Lunch St. John Lutheran Church once again welcomes our neighbors to Katie's Out Of The Barn Monthly Pop-Up Art Fair Event, which begins on Friday, August 6th, and runs through Sunday, August 8th, 2021. The fair, which takes place at the corner of 48th Avenue and Fillmore, promotes local business in our community. St. John is providing free parking in our parking lot and church members will be serving free grilled hot dogs (daily during lunchtime) and providing free ice-cold water for all visitors. Bring the family and enjoy!
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St. John Hosting Studio 3:16 Open House on September 4
St. John will be hosting an Open House for their all-new audio-visual production facility, Studio 3:16, on Saturday, September 4, 2021, from 12:00 noon to 3:00 pm. The public is welcome to visit our studios, designed as an outreach inspiring community involvement in the creation of Christian audio and video content for a global audience. Members will be on-site to explain Studio 3:16 resources and equipment as well as provide demonstrations regarding video and animation production. If you have any questions, feel free to contact St. John Lutheran Church, and visit the St. John Studio 3:16 website.
Welcoming Guest Pastor on August 8Reverend Timothy Verity to lead Sunday Worship Service
Pastor Marin Cerchez and his family will be on vacation August 7-14, thus St. John Lutheran Church will be welcoming a guest pastor for our Sunday Morning Service on August 8. Reverend Timothy Verity, who previously served at St. John Lutheran as interim pastor, has graciously accepted the invitation to lead the congregation in worship on that day. Pastor Verity also served as intentional interim pastor at Trinity, Reed City, Michigan.
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Reverend Timothy Verity.
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'Allendale Prays' Connecting Our Community to Jesus
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Watch Pastor Marin Cerchez and St. John at Allendale Prays, Allendale Park, on July 20th.
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Next Events Hosted by St. John Lutheran Taking Place in August
Allendale Prays is a series of short pop-up prayer events happening throughout Allendale during Summer 2021. These outdoor functions, which last roughly 15 minutes, invite the public to pray for our community, each other, and that the name of Jesus Christ would be glorified in our town. Find the schedule on the Allendale Prays website and visit or following the Allendale Prays Facebook page. St. John hosted events in June and July and will participate in August. Check out our Allendale Prays page.
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St. John Summer PicnicWatch Video Highlights of Event
St. John held a Summer Congregation Picnic on Sunday, July 25, presenting an outdoor lunchtime gathering of faith, fellowship, food and family. Kirk White and Bruce Owen grilled up hot dogs and hamburgers, with Kirk, Jody, Ashley and Lucy setting up. Many church members provided dishes and salads for the event. God provided sunshine and warm weather making the event a memorable time for all. Check out a gallery of Picnic photos here.
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Watch Pastor Marin Cerchez and St. John at Allendale Prays, Allendale Park, on July 20th.
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Read St. John's June 2021 Newsletter
Keep up on the latest news, events and schedules for St. John Lutheran Church activities! ACCESS HERE ONLINE |
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St. John Church Sunday Worship Services and Bible Studies every week to view on video! VISIT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL HERE |
Join Us for Bible Classes and Worship Services
Upper right, Reverend Marin Cerchez leads adult Bible Study class every Monday.
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St. John Lutheran Church is a dynamic LCMS congregation situated in a cornfield near Grand Valley State University. While area farmers harvest their crop, St. John adult Bible Study, student Ratio Christie, and Worship Services, prepares participants to sew seeds for Jesus and grow the body of Christ. God teaches us in Matthew 28:19-20, "Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you." St. John presents an engaging blend of college students and local residents of all ages, growing together in fellowship, by connecting all people to Jesus.
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Sunday Morning Bible Study
From 9:00-9:50
Sunday Morning Worship Service
Begins at 10:00
Monday Evening Bible Study
From 6:00-8:00
Thursday Evening Student Ministry Apologetics
From 7:00-9:00
From 9:00-9:50
Sunday Morning Worship Service
Begins at 10:00
Monday Evening Bible Study
From 6:00-8:00
Thursday Evening Student Ministry Apologetics
From 7:00-9:00