06/03/2026
As Jesus passed on from there, he saw a man called Matthew sitting at the tax booth, and he said to him, “Follow me.” And he rose and followed him. And as Jesus reclined at table in the house, behold, many tax collectors and sinners came and were reclining with Jesus and his disciples.
And when the Pharisees saw this, they said to his disciples, “Why does your teacher eat with tax collectors and sinners?” But when he heard it, he said, “Those who are well have no need of a physician, but those who are sick. Go and learn what this means, ‘I desire mercy, and not sacrifice.’ For I came not to call the righteous, but sinners.”
Matthew 9:9-13
Friends, we invite you to join us again at St. John’s this SUNDAY as we give thanks for the many gifts God has given to all sinners, each and every one of us. Our BIBLE STUDY will begin at 9:30AM, followed by WORSHIP at 10AM.
As always, you can join us in person at St. John’s, or livestream on our website at stjohnslutheranjc.com
ALSO, don’t forget that our FREE annual VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL (June 7-11) will begin this Sunday evening with a special KICKOFF EVENT at 5PM. Come and enjoy some food and fun.
Then return Monday-Thursday (June 8-11) for VBS classes running 6-8PM.
Our “One-of-a-Kind Zoo” is for ages 3 through entering Grade 9…and with Adult Bible Study, there is something for everyone!
As for Sunday’s worship, it may be that Matthew was a quiet man—but regardless, through the words he was guided by God to write, the Holy Spirit has been trumpeting the victory of God over sin, death and the devil for thousands of years. And God be praised for the rich grace that He bestows on every one of us sinners turned saints who come to Him week after week to receive His gifts of life, forgiveness and salvation. Just like Matthew, let’s tell the world about it!
Stay strong in Christ.
