St. John CME Church Akron

03/16/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our 2nd Annual Black History Month Luncheon & Cabaret!

It was a wonderful afternoon of food, fellowship, music, and celebration of Black history and culture. We are grateful to everyone who attended, participated, and helped make the day so special.

Enjoy this recap of the event — and we look forward to celebrating with you again next year!

St. John C.M.E. Church Christian Board of Education and Formation Presents: "From The Cotton Field To The Cotton Club": A Black History Soul Food Luncheon an...

02/27/2026

01/28/2026

✨ Join us as we journey From the Cotton Field to the Cotton Club ✨
St. John C.M.E. Church presents A Black History Dinner & Cabaret—an afternoon celebrating African American history, culture, and soul food.
📅 Saturday, February 28, 2026 | 1–4 PM
📍 Akron Alliance Fellowship Church
🎟️ $25 Adults | $20 Children under 12
👗 African attire optional
Come hungry for food, fellowship, and culture!

01/23/2026

Sunday Worship has been moved to Saturday, January 24th at 10:45 AM as we prepare for the winter storm expected Saturday evening. We’re looking forward to worshiping together—please stay safe!

12/31/2025

Soulful Food Sundays at St. John C.M.E. Church
Join us Sunday, January 4, 2026 | 12:30–4:00 PM for a plate full of love and tradition!
We’re serving up chitterlings, BBQ pig feet, BBQ chicken, greens, cabbage, baked beans, coleslaw, cornbread, and dessert
📍 1233 S. Hawkins Ave, Akron, OH 44320

12/30/2025

The New Year's Dinner Soiree at 7 PM is CANCELLED. We will still have Twilight Worship Service at 5 PM. We apologize for any inconvenience.

12/20/2025

Soulful Soul Food Sunday at St. John C.M.E. Church

Join us for a delicious, home-cooked meal and warm fellowship! Enjoy classic soul food favorites like fried chicken or pork & sauerkraut, mac & cheese, greens or black-eye peas, cornbread, and dessert.

📅 Sunday, December 21, 2025
⏰ 12:30 – 4:00 PM
📍 1233 S. Hawkins Ave, Akron, OH 44320
💛 $20 Donation | Dine-In or Carryout

Come hungry and bring a friend — we can’t wait to serve you!

12/09/2025

Bring in 2026 with us at St. John C.M.E. Church!
Join our Twilight Service & New Year’s Eve Soirée on Wednesday, December 31st.
✨ Twilight Worship – 5 PM
✨ Dinner Soirée – 7 PM
✨ Entertainment by DJ Hitman (Gary Smith) + performers!
🎉 $35 per person | $50 per couple
📍 1233 S. Hawkins Ave Akron, OH

12/01/2025

✨ Soulful Soul Food Sunday is Back! ✨
Join us at St. John C.M.E. Church on Sunday, December 7, 2025 from 12:30–4:00 PM for a delicious homemade meal made with love. 💛
🍗 Smothered Pork Chops or Fried Chicken
🥬 Cabbage or Green Beans
🍠 Seasoned Rice, Mac & Cheese, or Yams
🍞 Cornbread or Roll
🍰 Banana Pudding or Pound Cake
All for a $20 donation — dine-in or carryout!
Come eat, fellowship, and enjoy some soulful comfort food. 🙌
📍 1233 S. Hawkins Ave, Akron, OH
📞 (330) 864-3060