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St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church
Welcome, thank you so much for visiting St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church of Berrysburg, PA – the historic Hill Church. Founded in 1780, ours is a congregational family with a deep and rich heritage that informs out efforts to reach out to our present-day community – near and far – with the Gospel of Jesus. In my years of service here, I have come to see that we are a congregational family that defies easy description. We have the warmth and intimacy of a small congregation, while also being blessed with an extraordinary body of committed and gifted believers that allows us to do many of the ministries of a large congregation. We hope that you will visit often – here, from the comfort of your computer or smart phone or other electronic device, but also in person. Whether you are seeking a family of believers with which to join in serving God, or just stopping to take in the view, we would love to welcome you in person to “The Hill”! |
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Current Schedule
Come visit us every Sunday!
9:00am - Adult Bible Study (In Person)
9:00am - Youth Group Bible Time (In-Person)
9:00am - Confirmation Class (In-Person)
9:00am - SONday Celebration (In-Person)
10:15am - Worship (In-Person & On Zoom)
9:00am - Adult Bible Study (In Person)
9:00am - Youth Group Bible Time (In-Person)
9:00am - Confirmation Class (In-Person)
9:00am - SONday Celebration (In-Person)
10:15am - Worship (In-Person & On Zoom)
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St. John Zoom Information
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Pastor's Letter - March 2023
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Dear Friends in Jesus,
Dear Friends in Jesus, I hope you are looking forward to the return of our Community Wednesday Evenings in Lent as much as I am, each of them this year complete with a simple but delicious meal for the first time since we hosted the last one three years ago! By way of review, below is the schedule (which begins with our hosting on March 1) along with some other details. The meal, consisting of simple items like soup and sandwiches, will begin at 6:15 P.M. Following supper, at 7:00 P.M., we will join in worship. Worship will end before 8:00 P.M. Once again this year, the host pastor of each congregation will lead the worship, while the pastors will each take turns preaching in a congregation other than their own. Our theme for this year’s Lenten series will be The Seven Last Words of Jesus from the Cross. The schedule for these Wednesday evenings is as follows: Date, Host Congregation, Preacher/Word(s) March 1 | St. John | Deacon Ken Campbell: “Father, Forgive Them” March 8 | Peace United Church of Christ, Berrysburg | Pastor Bill Romberger: “Today, You Will Be With Me” March 15 | Trinity United Methodist Church, Elizabethville | Pastor Ray Holland: “My God, Why Have You Forsaken Me?” March 22 | Salem Lutheran Church, Elizabethville | Pastor Tom: “Woman, Here Is Your Son”, “I Thirst” March 29 | Salem United Church of Christ, Elizabethville | Pastor Su Rider: “It Is Finished”, “Into Your Hands I Commend My Spirit” Please don’t miss these opportunities to have your faith refreshed and deepened, as we journey together through the Season of Lent. May God bless us as we once again make our way along this pathway that leads to the Cross! Pastor Tom |
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News from Miss Laurie, Young Christians Minister
Happy March, everyone! This month we say, “Hello” to springtime; we also welcome in the season of Lent. As you embark on your own individual Lenten journeys, we invite the kids to join us as WE grow in faith! Mark your calendars for these upcoming activities:
During the Lenten season, we can take the opportunity to grow closer to God, to remember Jesus’ life and death, and to focus more on Him and less on ourselves and our busy schedules. Join us for SONday Celebration, Celebration Time, Celebration Club and ALL our activities which help your children grow closer to Christ as well!
Have a wonderful March and may YOUR Lenten journey lead you to the wonders and joy of Easter!!
Miss Laurie
- Because of the Wednesday Lenten service being held at St. John’s on March 1st , we are moving Celebration Club to Thursday, March 2nd ! Join us from 6:30 to 8:00 for our “Donut Forget Jesus Loves You” Celebration!!
- Sunday, March 19th – It’s our “End of the Rainbow” SONday Celebration! Join us for the colorful fun!
During the Lenten season, we can take the opportunity to grow closer to God, to remember Jesus’ life and death, and to focus more on Him and less on ourselves and our busy schedules. Join us for SONday Celebration, Celebration Time, Celebration Club and ALL our activities which help your children grow closer to Christ as well!
Have a wonderful March and may YOUR Lenten journey lead you to the wonders and joy of Easter!!
Miss Laurie
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Our Mission
St. John congregation, responding to the call of the Holy Spirit through the Gospel, unites together to preach and teach the Word, administer the sacraments, and carry out God’s mission. With God’s guidance and grace, we strive to boldly proclaim by word and action the reconciling Gospel of Jesus: Working together for justice and peace, and caring for those in need in our community and world. We invite everyone to join us wherever you are on your faith journey. |
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