Events

St. John's is an active congregation, providing many opportunities for fun, fellowship, and faith-building. Because of various ages and interests, our events are specifically targeted towards family, adults, or children. Both the congregation and community members are always welcome at any event.

For a listing of all events, click here.

Upcoming Events

20/20 Winter Vacation Bible School
Focus and see Jesus clearly this new year! Join us for winter VBS at St. John's on Friday, January 31 from 5:30-8 pm and Saturday, February 1 from 8:30 am-12 pm where there will be theme-integrated Bible stories, crafts, games, music, snacks, and more! This FREE event is open to all children age 3 (and toilet trained) through fourth grade. Register here by January 19!
Volunteers Needed!
If you are an adult (over 18) and wish to volunteer, please sign up here.
If you are a youth (under 18) and wish to volunteer, please sign up here.

DivorceCare 4 Kids
DivorceCare 4 Kids (DC4K) is a 13-week program provided in a group setting to help children cope with divorce or separation. Classes begin Thursday, February 13 from 6-7:30 pm at Care Connections. Classes are free, but registration is required by calling or texting Lauren at
636-224-8137.

Family Summit
St. John’s will host a Family Summit on Saturday, February 1 from 8:30 am-12 pm at the school. Held in conjunction with the Saturday session of winter VBS, this is an opportunity for parents, grandparents, and guardians to learn more about relevant parenting topics affecting today’s families. After an opening session, “Christian Character Formation,” participants can choose which two breakout sessions to attend. Topics include: technology, discipline, resiliency, faith formation, nutrition, parenting teens, developmental stages, praying parents, and budgets/finances. Review complete session descriptions here. The cost is $5 at the door and includes a light breakfast. Registration is required by January 19. Contact Diane Caughlan at dcaughlan@sjlarnold.org with any questions.

Men’s Prayer Breakfast
All men are welcome to gather on Saturday, February 15 from 8:30 am-10:30 am at the Oak Valley Golf Club in Pevely for a Men’s Prayer Breakfast. The keynote speaker is Joel Biermann, Professor of Systematic Theology at Concordia Seminary. Doors open at 8 am. Breakfast is included. Registration fee is $20, and can be turned into the church office or the table set up in the atrium the weekends of January 5 or January 12. Register here before Sunday, February 2.

Sausage Dinner
Smile! It's time for the annual Sausage Dinner! All are welcome on Sunday, February 9 in the school gym for a great meal for a great cause! Dine in from 11 am-4 pm or carryout from 10:30 am-5 pm. Tickets in advance through February 2: Adults, $10; Children (ages 5-11), $5. Tickets at door: Adults, $11; Children (ages 5-11), $6. Sign up here to volunteer. Proceeds benefit youth ministry.