Kris Zastrow is shooting baskets in the STEM Space in the basement at St. John’s.  Why you may ask?  Well, he references Psalm 139: 13-18 regarding God’s amazing workmanship.  Click the link below to listen as he shares the story …

Deacon Chris Townley has a changeable letter sign in front of his home where he displays encouraging Christian messages to those driving by.  What a clever, easy way to share God’s love.  In today’s devotion he focuses on two words “Prayer” and “Action”.  Watch and listen as he changes the relationship of these 2 words with just a few letter adjustments …

Principal Brad Massey presents a lesson on “Flag Day” and the meaning behinds flags – all while wearing his flag tie!  He recites a few verses from the book of Psalms which references “banners”, which is the Biblical term for flags.  His banner over me is love – what a beautiful message to start our week!  Click the link below to listen…

Pastor Kempin comes to us from his parents’ home in Wisconsin.  He shares a review of the year’s top new stories, unfortunately all troublesome.  But he reads the Bible verse from John 14:  Let not your heart be troubled …   You’ve undoubtedly heard that verse before, but Pastor has a way of picking out a few words that we may have passed…

Our Joyful Praise Band provides us with a beautiful song this morning called “The Blessing”.  It is a wonderful rendition of the familiar words from Numbers Chapter 6.  Members of the band include:  Karen Kempin on the electric organ,  Tim Stark on drums, Mike Papa on bass guitar, and Dave Bunge on acoustic guitar.  Enjoy!

Anna Kruger shares the story of her day (Wednesday) and the blessings and trials she encountered.  She relates it to an appropriate reading from her favorite devotional book, “Jesus Calling”.  Sometimes it seems like God is talking directly to us through the the printed words we find in front of us … and that is exactly what Anna encountered.  Click the link…

St. John’s Business Manager, Kris Zastrow, speaks to God from his heart about the troubles he sees in the world and his own life.  But  he reads a verse from Ephesians, where he finds hope in the armor of God.  You too can take solace in this verse … so click the link below to listen to his prayer and then take…

St. John’s School Staff are joined by Pastor Parsons in the singing of “The Lord Bless You and Keep You” and it is amazing!!!  One person commented “Is it a requirement that all Lutheran school teachers have an amazing vocal talent?”  Well no, but it sure worked out that way with St. John’s staff.  Click the link below to hear their beautiful…

Principal Brad Massey reminiscences on the St. John’s Lutheran School 8th grade class of 2020.  The group will be recognized in a private graduation ceremony tonight with families only – BUT, it will be recorded for later viewing by the congregational members and all school families.  Click the link below to listen as he reads a verse from Proverbs and relates it…

Pastor Kempin shares a devotion during his daily walk this morning.   We hear insights into a verse from the book of Revelations, and we see just how easily he can “walk and talk” with such deep insights –  a true marvel.  Click the link below to listen …