Invites freely, loves unconditionally, and serves with joy!
Empowered by the unconditional love of God as revealed in Christ, St. John's Lutheran Church strives to be a diverse and compassionate congregation that embodies God's grace in Atlanta and in the world. We therefore welcome into our shared ministry people of all races, ethnicities and national origins; we affirm people of all sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions as beloved children of God; and we strive to be accessible to persons of all ages, persons with disabilities; and persons who are unhoused. All are welcome!
Happening at St. John's:2025 - A FAITHFUL YEAR OF MINISTRY
Dear beloved, thank you for an incredibly faithful year of ministry at St. John's and beyond! Your love, compassion, and commitment to God's love made a huge difference in our congregation, community, and across the country! As we cross the threshold from 2025 into 2026, may these memories serve as a place of gratitude and excitement for what God has and will continue to do! Please enjoy a short video recap of ministry from 2025 by CLICKING HERE! THE BOOK OF JOY - FAITH FORMATION FOR ADULTS
SUNDAYS in January at 9:15 AM (MEDIA ROOM - UPSTAIRS) Nobel Peace Prize Laureates His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Archbishop Desmond Tutu gathered in April of 2015 to discuss a single burning question: How do we find joy in the face of life's inevitable suffering? Join us on Sunday mornings in January at 9:15 for Adult Faith Formation as we explore the fruit of their dialogue, "The Book of Joy", led by St. John's own Lori Carey. BOWLING FELLOWSHIP EVENT SATURDAY, JANUARY 24: 7 - 9 PM at Comet Bowling All St. John's adults and friends are invited to the next Adult fellowship event: Bowling at Comet Bowling Lanes and Pub inside Suburban Shopping Center - 1458 Church St., Decatur (470-225-1931). We will meet at the bowling lanes at 7 p.m. on Saturday, January 24. We have reserved 4 lanes. Shoe rental is $5. Bowling fee TBD based on number of attendees - stay tuned! Please RSVP to the church office so we can adjust our lane reservations as needed. If you have questions, please contact Ellen. Time to strike a pose!! CONGREGATIONAL RETREAT - FEBRUARY 6 & 7 FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 6 AT 7 PM: DESSERT, DRINKS, & KEYNOTE SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 7 FROM 10 AM - 2 PM: RETREAT & WORKSHOP The waters we are all swimming in are rife with anxiety. Every institution, to include churches and religion, is rapidly deconstructing and reconstructing. On every level of our lives, most of us are spending energy either resisting or succumbing to these changes and this anxiety. And yet, as leaders in the church and in the community of Christ, we are challenged to stay centered, to not be anxious, and to lead from a place of integrity, grounded in our faith to a God who is love, a God who is trustworthy, a God who exists in community. How do we do this? This retreat is designed for ordinary leaders who want to explore the dynamics of healthy, effective leadership in today’s world. We will explore the necessary contemplative nature of leadership and the importance of clarifying individual and community values. We will also discuss a process that leads to real and lasting change, and we will learn to identify where we are in that process and where others are as well. And we will have some fun! You can RSVP by scanning the QR code here or through the link in the weekly update. Childcare will be provided and all are encouraged to attend. SUNDAYS AT 11:30 AM: FAITH FORMATION FOR CHILDREN & YOUTH Our youngest members will engage with The Will to Dream curriculum in a way that invites them and their families to practices of embodiment, advocacy, and joy! Forming sacred habits will help us shape how we live, love, and imagine God within and around us. How to find usSt. John's is located at the intersection of Ponce de Leon Avenue and Oakdale Road in the heart of the Druid Hills community of Atlanta, near Emory University.
St. John's is a congregation of the ELCA and its Southeastern Synod. To sign up for the Synod Newsletter, click here.
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St. John’s Lutheran Church is a Reconciling in Christ (RIC) Congregation. This means that we celebrate diversity and strive to embody God’s grace. We welcome into our shared ministry people of all races, ethnicities, and national origins; we affirm people of all sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions as beloved children of God; and we strive to be accessible to persons of all ages, persons of all abilities, and persons who are unhoused. All are welcome!
Stay current with your financial giving!You don't need to physically be at the church to give. Offsite giving is possible three ways:
By Text: You can text STJOHNSATL to 73256 to give using your text messaging. Standard text message rates apply. When prompted, enter the amount you'd like to give using your credit/debit card or checking account. Online giving: Use this link to give https://onrealm.org/StJohnsAtlanta/Give/ADFCJYBYZF By Mail: Send checks to 1410 Ponce de Leon Ave., Atlanta, GA 30307 Thank you for continuing to support St. John's and our ministries! |
