St. John's Lutheran Church in Phoenixville

09/08/2026

There is something beautiful about a crisp morning like today, a gentle reminder that the seasons are changing, and that growth often happens quietly.

Galatians 5:22–23 reminds us of the fruit the Spirit cultivates within us: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.

Just as an apple grows slowly, nourished through every season, so too does the fruit of the Spirit take root in our lives. We may not always see the growth happening, but God is faithful to nurture what He has planted.

As we step into this new day, may we ask ourselves: What fruit am I bearing? And how can I allow the Spirit to cultivate more of God’s goodness in me?

May we carry that fruit with us wherever we go today.

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09/07/2026

The Sunday service time moves back to 10:15a THIS SUNDAY, September 13th. Faith formation classes for children, teens AND adults resume at 9 a.m. Please join us for another great program year!

09/04/2026

Conflict is a part of relationships and life in community. Jesus’ words in this week's gospel are often used in situations having to do with church discipline. The prophet Ezekiel tells of warning the wicked to turn from their ways, and Paul reminds us that love is the fulfilling of the law. We gather in the name of Christ, assured that he is present among us with gifts of peace and reconciliation. Join us this weekend at 5p Sunday, 9a Sunday or here:

Worship Service 9:00 a.m. EDTThe Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost...

08/31/2026

LUTHERAN DISASTER RESPONSE
Communities in Nepal are facing catastrophic loss after deadly, devastating floods. On Aug. 26, powerful floodwaters carrying glacial ice and mud swept down the Himalayas through a mountain valley. Hundreds of people have died, and hundreds more remain missing as families are waiting for news of loved ones. Homes have been destroyed, roads and bridges are gone, and entire communities are struggling to access basic necessities.
Our hearts break for all those affected.

Even with limited communication from the affected area, we are already hearing tragic stories of loss, and we know the needs will be significant. Lutheran Disaster Response has long-standing relationships with trusted partners throughout Nepal. With your help, we will support emergency relief and long-term recovery through these established partners who know their communities best.

Lutheran Disaster Response shares God's hope, healing and renewal with people whose lives have been disrupted by disasters in the United States and around the world. When the dust settles and the headlines change, we stay to provide ongoing assistance to those in need.

08/30/2026

Bible verse of the day

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08/29/2026

This week the prophet Jeremiah speaks of the incurable wound of his suffering yet finds in God’s words the delight of his heart. When Peter doesn’t grasp Jesus’ words about suffering, Jesus tells the disciples they will find their lives in losing them. Such sacrificial love is described by Paul when he urges us to associate with the lowly and not repay evil with evil. In worship we gather as a community that we might offer ourselves for the sake of our suffering world. Join us on Saturday at 5p, Sunday at 9a or here:

Worship Service 9:00 a.m. EDTThe Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost...

08/23/2026

In September of 2010, an adventurous group of St. John's members traveled to visit our mission partners in Tanzania. Upon the return, a new parament set was created and sewn by former member Joanne Nolt using material from Tanzania. With the predominantly green background color, the worship and music committee decided to use it again this year during the summer months of the Pentecost season. When viewed up close, the ornamentation in the form of small charms can be seen on the altar cloth.

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08/19/2026

This weekend in Isaiah the people are advised to look to their spiritual ancestors as the rock from which they were hewn. Jesus declares that the Church will be built on the rock of Peter’s bold confession of faith. God’s word of reconciliation and God’s mercy are keys to the Church’s mission. Paul urges us to not be conformed to this world but to offer our bodies as a living sacrifice, using our individual gifts to build up the body of Christ. From the table we go forth to offer our spiritual worship through word and deed. Worship with us at 5p Saturday, 9a Sunday or here:

Worship Service 9:00 a.m. EDTThe Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost...

08/16/2026

I am because He was

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