Click the video link above to be transferred to the

Second Sunday of Christmas service,

January 11, at 9 a.m. or it can be watched later.

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Sunday 9 a.m. Worship Service

Communion Served 1st and 3rd Sunday of the Month

Education Hour 10:15-11:15 a.m.

Sunday School (PreK-6th Grade)

Youth Hour (7th-12th Grade)

"Unshakable Hope" Adult Study

January 11 Baptism of Our Lord

*************Worship

*************Education Hour

*************Deacon Board Meeting

January 13 Finance Board Meeting

*************Church Council Meeting

January 14 Wednesday Night Supper

*************Wednesday Activities

January 15 Caring Ministries Board Meeting

*************Youth & Family Board Meeting

January 18 Worship w/ Communion

*************Education Hour

*************5th Graders work on Banners

January 20 Stewardship Board Meeting

**************Building and Grounds Board Meeting

**************GriefShare

January 21 Do-Day Quilters

**************Wednesday Night Supper

**************Wednesday Activities

January 25 Worship

**************NO Education Hour

**************Annual Congregational Meeting

**************Youth Breakfast

**************STEM Night at I.C. (Youth Group)

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Please keep the following in your prayers:

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Please pray for all serving in the Armed Forces & their families: Kaleb Bilharz, Jaden Foster, Kaylie Fox, Hannah Fox, Kim Hall, Ben Hauser, Daniel Jacobs, Nicholas Jacobs, Drew Roethler, and Peter Smith

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JoAnn Knowlton and her family at the death of her husband, Don.

The family of Randy Heise at his death.

Life can be difficult, but you don't have to go through it alone. Stephen Ministers are trained caregivers who provide one-on-one, confidential, Christ-centered

support during life's challenges. Whether you're

experiencing grief, illness, or another hardship, a

Stephen Minister can walk alongside you with care

and prayer. If you or someone you know could use a

listening ear and spiritual encouragement, contact

Pastor Russ Leeper, Pastor Intern Beth Hurt, or Linda

Johnson.

After Worship Social Time

Volunteers needed for treats

Coffee & a treat are served in the Narthex or outside each Sunday! If you would like to volunteer to bring the treats, you can sign up on the sheet at the Welcome Center.

Approximately FIVE dozen treats are needed each

Sunday. Coffee & napkins are provided by St. John.

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As precautionary steps for safety and security, we would like to ask all attendees and visitors of St John, to make sure you are locking your vehicles anytime you are inside.

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Life can be shaky and unpredictable…full of disappointments and worries. Starting in October, Pastor Russ will lead an adult class called, “Unshakable Hope.” This study will unpack the Bible’s most significant promises that help us navigate difficult circumstances and remain focused on the hope we have in the Scriptures. Adult Class will meet in the Chapel at 10:15 am on the following Sundays:

January 11

January 18

February 1

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Join us to find help and encouragement after the death of a loved one. At GriefShare, you’ll find understanding, guidance, relief, and a safe place to navigate the challenges of grief. Each meeting consists of an educational video about a grief topic, as well as time to share with others in a confidential setting. 

GriefShare will meet on Tuesday evenings from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. We will begin on Tuesday, January 20 and finish the 13-week session on Tuesday, April 14. Any adult from the community who has experienced the death of a loved one is invited to join us for this healing and hopeful experience. Go to GriefShare.org to register or call the church office at 228-3397. 

Annual Congregational Meeting

Sunday, January 25th

Parish Hall

Following the worship service

St. John Youth will serve breakfast

Mark Your Calendars!!

Roller Skating Family Party

FREE!

January 24th, 2026

3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

FREE!

Crystal Ball Roller Skating Rink

710 N. Sherman Ave.

New Hampton, IA

FREE!

Sign Up Sheet is on the Welcome Center

After Prom Lock-In

8th-12th Grade

Following the Adult Prom on March 21, 2026

St. John Christian Preschool would like to remind everyone that we sell Kwik Star gift cards. Please stop in the church preschool if you are interested in purchasing a gift card. The preschool receives 5% of the gift card’s face value. Please contact Shaune Fields or Tara if you are interested.

Please call 228-7274 or email us at sjcp@stjohncharlescity.com for more information on the preschool or cards.

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To get to the church website, click at the top of this page on the St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church logo.



You can look up the Sunday bulletin as well as the Taking Faith Home reading sheets on the website.

https://www.facebook.com/stjohncc will get you to the Facebook page

Pastor Intern Beth Hurt's email beth@stjohncharlescity.com

Email for e-Skinny messages e-Skinny@stjohncharlescity.com

Other staff emails are available on the website.

Church Office (641)228-3397

office@stjohncharlescity.com

Editor: Tara Dean