St. John Lutheran Church

St. John Lutheran Church St. John is a Lutheran Church Missouri Synod Church serving the community of Defiance, Ohio.

Traditional Services
Saturday 5:30pm Sanctuary
Sunday 8:00am, 9:30am Sanctuary

Contemporary Services
11:00 Sanctuary

Help Us Update Our Children & Youth Records!St. John families, we’re updating our records for the children and youth in ...
05/29/2026

Help Us Update Our Children & Youth Records!

St. John families, we’re updating our records for the children and youth in our congregation. If you have a child in your household, please take a moment to share their expected high school graduation year.

This information will help us better plan ministry opportunities, recognize milestones, and keep our records current.

📱 Simply scan the QR code on the graphic to complete the form.

Thank you for helping us serve our families well!

Thank you to all of the Volunteers who came out for our Volunteer Appreciation Dinner at Glenn Park. Also, congratulatio...
05/29/2026

Thank you to all of the Volunteers who came out for our Volunteer Appreciation Dinner at Glenn Park. Also, congratulations to our two 2026 Volunteers of the Year: Stephanie Sindel and Gigi Sitzenstock!

Please join us in worship this coming Saturday and Sunday for Holy Trinity Weekend. Pastor Mews' sermon "In the Beginnin...
05/29/2026

Please join us in worship this coming Saturday and Sunday for Holy Trinity Weekend. Pastor Mews' sermon "In the Beginning" is based on the text: Genesis 1:1-2:4a. Have a wonderful weekend!

🎪🎡 Vacation Bible School Carnival – God’s Love Is Over the Top! 🎡🎪Come one, come all for an unforgettable day of fun, fa...
05/28/2026

🎪🎡 Vacation Bible School Carnival – God’s Love Is Over the Top! 🎡🎪

Come one, come all for an unforgettable day of fun, faith, and family at St. John Lutheran Church in Defiance!

Join us for our all-day VBS Carnival packed with:
✨ Fun games & carnival activities
🎶 Music & worship
🎨 Crafts
📖 Bible lessons
🍽️ Dye-free healthy lunch, dinner & snacks provided

We’re also excited to welcome Jennie Williamson of AriSon Records for a special family concert and worship experience!

📅 Saturday, July 25
⏰ 11:00 AM – 7:30 PM
📍 St. John Lutheran Church
655 Wayne Avenue, Defiance, OH

👧🧒 Ages Preschool – 6th Grade

🎟️ **Schedule Highlights:**
• 11:00–12:00 — Family Lunch & VBS Registration
• 1:30–3:00 — Jennie Williamson Concert
• 5:30–6:30 — Worship Service & Kids Singing
• 6:30–7:30 — Family Dinner & Carnival Games

🎉 Bring your friends and family and experience a day overflowing with God’s love!

👉 Register now: vbspro.events/p/sjlvbs2026

All ladies are warmly invited to join us for our Ladies Aid Meeting on Thursday, May 28th at 2:00 PM at St. John Luthera...
05/27/2026

All ladies are warmly invited to join us for our Ladies Aid Meeting on Thursday, May 28th at 2:00 PM at St. John Lutheran Church.

We are blessed to welcome a guest speaker from Sufficient Grace Ministries, an organization that offers comfort, encouragement, and hope to women and families, especially those who have experienced the loss of a baby through miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant death.

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

Food Pantry Items for May: Shampoo & Laundry Soap

We hope you’ll join us for an afternoon of fellowship, encouragement, and learning more about this meaningful ministry.

Thank you to the Boys Scouts for their help with our Memorial Day services this past weekend!
05/26/2026

Thank you to the Boys Scouts for their help with our Memorial Day services this past weekend!

Please join us in worship this weekend for The Day of Pentecost. Pastor Mews' sermon "Come to Me and Drink" is based on ...
05/22/2026

Please join us in worship this weekend for The Day of Pentecost. Pastor Mews' sermon "Come to Me and Drink" is based on the text: John 7:37-39. Just a reminder that the church office will be closed for Memorial Day. Have a wonderful weekend!

Address

655 Wayne Avenue
Defiance, OH
43512

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 2pm
Tuesday 8am - 2pm
Wednesday 8am - 2pm
Thursday 8am - 2pm
Friday 8am - 2pm
Saturday 5:30pm - 7:45pm
Sunday 8am - 12pm

Telephone

(419) 782-5766

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