St. John Lutheran Church

06/25/2026

06/25/2026

Please join us in worship this weekend for the fifth Sunday after Pentecost. Pastor Mews' sermon "The Bride of Christ" is based on the text: Romans 7:1-13. Have a wonderful weekend!

06/21/2026

Wishing all the amazing dads a blessed Father’s Day! May your homes be filled with love and faith as you lead your families with strength and devotion. “As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.” — Joshua 24:15

06/15/2026

Join Pastor Kurt Mews for our Summer Study, based on the book by Gary Chapman "God Speaks Your Love Language"

In this study, we’ll explore the **5 love languages** and how they can help us better understand the ways we give and receive love — with one another and in our relationship with God.

Words of Affirmation — love expressed through encouragement, kindness, prayer, and spoken or written words that build others up.

Acts of Service — love shown by helping, serving, and caring for the needs of others in practical ways.

Receiving Gifts — love expressed through thoughtful reminders of care, generosity, and the blessings God gives.

Quality Time — love shared through presence, listening, worship, conversation, and meaningful time together.

Physical Touch — love communicated through appropriate, caring gestures such as a handshake, hug, or comforting presence.

The study meets for 9 weeks on Wednesday evenings from 6:30–7:45pm at:

St. John Lutheran Church
655 Wayne Avenue
Defiance, Ohio 43512

Come grow in faith, connect with others, and discover how God speaks His love into your life. All are welcome!

06/12/2026

Please join us in worship this weekend for the third Sunday after Pentecost. Pastor Mews' sermon "What Do We See?" is based on the text: Matthew 9:35-10:8. Have a wonderful weekend!

06/09/2026

🚨 Cedar Point Day Update 🚨

Cedar Point Day has been postponed.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work on rescheduling. An updated date will be announced by the end of the week.

This event is still open to Jr. & Senior High Youth — all 6th–12th graders are welcome!

Please watch your email, Realm and texts for the new date.

Questions? Call the church office at 419-782-5766.

Thank you for your patience and understanding!

06/06/2026

🎢 Reminder + Update: Cedar Point Day is coming up!

St. John Lutheran Senior High AND Jr. High Youth are welcome to join us for Cedar Point Day on Saturday, June 13, 2026 for a day of thrills, fun, and fellowship!

📍 Meet in the church parking lot
⏰ 8:00 AM
🎟️ Entry covered by St. John
🍔 Bring money for food

Please remember to RSVP by June 7, 2026 so we can plan accordingly.

Questions? Call the church office at 419-782-5766.

Let’s ride the adventure together! 🎢

06/05/2026

Please join us in worship this weekend for the second Sunday after Pentecost. Pastor Mews' sermon "A Case Study in Faith" is based on the text: Romans 4:13-25 Have a wonderful weekend!

06/04/2026

🎉 Congratulations to our UNO Night Champion, Alexa Baker! 🎉

We had a great evening with our Jr. & Sr. High Youth Group filled with fellowship, laughter, pizza, devotion, prayer, and some very competitive rounds of UNO!

The night began with an icebreaker, introductions, and a devotion led by Krystle Clark on honoring God in everyday moments, even during something as simple as a card game. Students were reminded to show kindness, encouragement, honesty, and patience as they played.

After several exciting rounds, Alexa was awarded UNO Night Champion and received the Pizza First Pick Pass for a future youth gathering!

Thank you to everyone who came, helped, prayed, and made the evening so much fun. We are thankful for opportunities to connect, laugh, and grow together in Christ.

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