Gethsemane Lutheran Church - ELCA, St. Louis, MO

06/10/2026

This month, we joyfully celebrate our 15th anniversary as a Reconciling in Christ ministry! 🌈✨

Our RIC commitment is more than a milestone—it’s an ongoing promise to live out God’s expansive love through welcome, inclusion, celebration, and advocacy for LGBTQIA+ people and their families.

We give thanks for all who have been part of this journey and look ahead with hope as we continue this work together. ❤️

06/09/2026

We extend our prayers and sympathy to the family of Marc L. Sandberg, who passed away on May 12.

Marc’s family has been part of Gethsemane for many decades, and we hold them in our hearts during this time of grief.

A celebration of life service will be scheduled at a later date. Those wishing to receive details may reach out directly to his daughter, Rachel Sandberg via a Facebook message.

Rest eternal grant him, O Lord, and let light perpetual shine upon him.

Marc L. Sandberg passed away in St. Louis, Missouri on May 12th, 2026, with his loving daughter, Rachel Sandberg, and his caring son in law, Patrick O'Brien, by his side. Marc grew up in Affton, Missouri, lived in Webster Groves, Atlanta, Georgia, Columbus, Ohio, and St. Louis, Missouri. Marc attend...

06/02/2026

🌈 As we enter Pride Month, we reflect on Christ’s call to love one another with compassion and grace.

We recognize and affirm the worth of every individual, and we remain committed to being a community rooted in kindness, hospitality, and respect for all.

There is a place for you here. You are God's beloved!

“Above all, love each other deeply.” – 1 Peter 4:8

06/01/2026

⏰ Registration closes TODAY! ⏰

This is your final opportunity to sign up for Gethsemane’s Vacation Bible School.

Join us July 6–10 for a week full of faith, fun, and discovering how God’s love flows through every part of our lives. Full-day and half-day options available!

Don’t miss it—register now before it’s too late!

👉 https://www.gethsemanestl.org/glcvbs

05/25/2026

📣 Just 1 week left to register for VBS! 📣

There’s still time—but the countdown is on! (Volunteers are welcome too!)

Join us July 6–10 for a week of stories, songs, and hands‑on fun as kids explore how God works through water to bring life, hope, and new beginnings.

We can’t wait to welcome your family—be sure to sign up soon!

👉 Register here: https://www.gethsemanestl.org/glcvbs

05/25/2026

On this Memorial Day, we pause to remember and give thanks for those who gave their lives in service to our country.

We hold in prayer the families who mourn and honor the sacrifice made for the sake of others.

May we live with gratitude, seek peace, and care for one another in their memory.

“Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.” — John 15:13

05/23/2026

Summer Worship Schedule Begins tomorrow, May 24

Beginning tomorrow, Sunday, May 24, Gethsemane will move to its summer worship schedule with one service at 9:30 a.m. We look forward to worshiping together in this shared time throughout the summer months.

05/20/2026

What if the most important thing we do in life… is not to go it alone?

In her sermon from Sunday, Pr. Cheryl reflects on Jesus’ prayer that we would be one—not perfect, not always in agreement, but connected in love and supported by one another. As we face big moments and uncertain futures, we are reminded:
we don’t carry life by ourselves—we carry each other.

https://wix.to/47qYiwY

Show of hands: who here has ever approached a major life event—and I mean major, like starting in a new school or a new job or getting married or welcoming a baby into your household or retiring from work, you know, major—and because you did all the things to prepare for the big event and becaus...

05/18/2026

🌊 2 weeks left to register for VBS! 🌊

Summer is just around the corner, and Vacation Bible School will be here before we know it!

Now is a great time to make plans for your kids to join us for a week of faith, friendship, and fun as we explore how God works through water to bring life and hope.

We’d love to have your family be part of it! (You do not need to be a Gethsemane member to join in the fun!)

👉 Sign up today: https://www.gethsemanestl.org/glcvbs

05/11/2026

💧 Three weeks left to register for VBS at Gethsemane! (We still need volunteers, too!)

This summer, kids will explore Bible stories filled with water, wonder, and God’s faithful presence—through music, crafts, games, and time together.

📅 July 6–10
⏰ 9:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. or 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

We’d love for your family to be part of it. (You do NOT need to be a member of Gethsemane to attend!)

🔗 Register here: https://www.gethsemanestl.org/glcvbs