by Amy Simons | Feb 21, 2021 | Christian Formation, events, youth and family
Whaaaaaat?!? A rainbow during Lent? But Lent is so somber! I hear you. But, it’s true. In worship this week we’ll read Genesis 9:16-17. And it says, When the bow is in the clouds, I will see it and remember the everlasting covenant between God and every living...
by Amy Simons | Jan 3, 2021 | Christian Formation, devotions, events
Reflections Bible Study By BibleProject.com Led by Amy Simons, Director of Christian Education. During each session, we’ll watch a short video, read scripture, and dig into how relevant issues are addressed through our faith. Topics include subjects such as: Why Read...
by Amy Simons | Mar 20, 2020 | Christian Formation, devotions, Uncategorized, worship, youth and family
During the season of Lent we’re reminded of our sin, mortality and our desperate need for a savior. This is even more true with our recent social distancing. We have a savior. But our salvation came at a precious price. Holy Week is an intense time in our church...
by Amy Simons | Feb 12, 2020 | Christian Formation, devotions, events
Each Wednesday in Lent you are invited to a simple soup supper (6:00PM) and to walk the Stations of the Cross (7:00PM) with us. What is the Way of the Cross? A devotion to the Passion of Christ which recalls a series of events at the end of Jesus’ life from his...
by Amy Simons | Feb 3, 2020 | Christian Formation, nursery, youth and family
Amy Simons Director of Christian Education Last year, I stood in front of you, with a new certificate in Youth Ministry in one hand and a 4-year Strategic Plan in the other. The intent of this plan was to motivate investment in Christian Formation and implement...
by Amy Simons | Oct 22, 2019 | Christian Formation, events, stewardship, youth and family
What’s the sweetest way to support children, youth, and young adult ministries at St. John’s? Homemade. Apple. Pie. Families and volunteers will be assembling and freezing homemade apple pies which will perfectly complement your holiday celebrations....
