Bring your people (and other pet) friendly animal companion to church for a special blessing October 12. Shy or not-ready-for-crowds pets can relax at home while their owners have their picture blessed. Stuffed animals are also welcome to receive a blessing.
Location:
St. John's United Church of Christ
1934 Bridge St NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Oct 12, 2025 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Gifts to the Neighbors in Need offering support ministries of justice and compassion in the United Church of Christ, including the UCC Office of Public Policy & Advocacy in Washington D.C.
The UCC Washington D.C. Office was called into being by a resolution at General Synod 10 in 1975. The office was assigned to identify, analyze, and forecast social issues which called for the attention of the church. The work has always been guided by the discernment of the UCC through General Synod gatherings and resolutions that collectively witness to God’s call.
Each week the Washington D.C. Office creates an action alert to help give church members the opportunity to contact legislators simply and easily. In 2025 these weekly alerts have encouraged church members to fight for disability housing accommodations, to stop the gun violence epidemic, and to support environmental justice for all.
A special offering will be collected on October 5, 2025. You can donate online or in person. Be sure to designate your gift for Neighbors in Need (either by selecting Neighbors in Need when donating online or by noting Neighbors in Need on your check of offering envelope in person).
Location:
St. John's United Church of Christ
1934 Bridge St NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Oct 5, 2025 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Welcome to Sunday morning! This is the day that God has made and we will rejoice and be glad in it!
Please join us for in-person worship, followed by our Annual Chili Cook Off and Bread Auction in Fellowship Hall.
If you are unable to join us in-person, please join the worship service on our website at https://stjohnsuccgr.org/worship-online at 10:00 a.m.
There are links below this message to the order of service, the weekly Journal, a children's bulletin for the week's lectionary readings, a youth Bible Study, an Adult Bible Study, and a devotional guide for the week. Please share these resources with your family and friends and know that we are joined together across any distances or difficulties that might separate us.
We are able to provide all of these wonderful services because of your continuing generosity and support. If you are able to give to support our ministries, please do. You can make a donation or set up regular giving by clicking here: http://www.stjohnsuccgr.org/give . You can also simply mail your check to the church:
St. John’s UCC
1934 Bridge ST NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Thank you for your continued faithfulness in supporting St. John's. Let us continue to hold each other and the entire world close to our hearts and to the heart of God in prayer.
Youth Bible Study
https://blogs.elca.org/faithlens/
Children's Bulletin
Order of Service
Weekly Journal
Weekly Devotional
World Communion Sunday at St. John’s
Every year on World Communion Sunday, we celebrate with our Annual Bread Auction & Chili Cook-Off! Join us this year on Sunday, October 5 after service in Fellowship Hall for one of our favorite days of the year!
Bread Auction
This tradition is more than bread—we welcome all baked goods: rolls, muffins, cookies, brownies, cakes, pies, etc., sweet or savory. Our children serve as the auctioneers, making it a joyful (and often hilarious!) fundraiser.
Chili Cook-Off
Drop off your crock pot of chili downstairs before service, then join in the friendly competition after! We’ll provide tasting cups and spoons so everyone can sample & vote.
Proceeds benefit our Education Program—helping fund supplies, snacks, crafts, and outings for our kids throughout the year. Donations accepted by cash, check, or card.
Celebrate World Communion Sunday with fellowship, food, and fun—while supporting our children’s ministry!
Location:
St. John's United Church of Christ
1934 Bridge St NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Oct 5, 2025 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
A Feeding America West Michigan Mobile Food Pantry is scheduled on October 1,2025, sponsored by St. John's UCC in partnership with Sudanese Grace Episcopal Church. Volunteers will gather at 5:00pm, 1550 Oswego NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504. Distribution will begin at 6:00 pm. Last month, we distributed 4,518 pounds of food to 123 households, 419 individuals, 154 children, 101 seniors, and 6 Veterans. An army of 29 volunteers showed up in the rain to make a difference by addressing food insecurity with our neighbors. Jeffrey Dick and granddaughter Rizzy Williams delivered a small amount of surplus food to UCOM. We continue to be an equal opportunity provider. For more information about the Mobile Food Pantry, feel free to contact Teresa Markoski at 616-690-4566 or at tmarkoski2004@yahoo.com. Finacial support is always welcome by donating on the church app , or by writing a personal check. The mailing address to St. John's UCC is 1934 Bridge Street, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504. We are stronger together, together we serve.
Food Pantry Non Discrimination Agreement
Location:
The Sudanese Grace Episcopal Church
1550 Oswego NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Oct 1, 2025 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Dear Friends, So we finished our book, "The Return of the Prodigal Son", this past Tuesday. This coming Tuesday we will figure out what we will discuss in the coming weeks. So, Tuesday, we will do something as little different. We will each share a book we have read recently that really was meaningful. We will each share a title and author that really spoke to our souls. Maybe in a fun way or a serious way. So join us for a lively discussion of why and how. This coming Tuesday evening at 6:30 PM. Enjoy the sunshine. Barb
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Sep 30, 2025 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Welcome to Sunday morning! This is the day that God has made and we will rejoice and be glad in it!
Please join us for in-person worship at 10:00 a.m.
If you are unable to join us in-person, please join the worship service on our website at https://stjohnsuccgr.org/worship-online at 10:00 a.m.
There are links below this message to the order of service, the weekly Journal, a children's bulletin for the week's lectionary readings, a youth Bible Study, an Adult Bible Study, and a devotional guide for the week. Please share these resources with your family and friends and know that we are joined together across any distances or difficulties that might separate us.
We are able to provide all of these wonderful services because of your continuing generosity and support. If you are able to give to support our ministries, please do. You can make a donation or set up regular giving by clicking here: http://www.stjohnsuccgr.org/give . You can also simply mail your check to the church:
St. John’s UCC
1934 Bridge ST NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Thank you for your continued faithfulness in supporting St. John's. Let us continue to hold each other and the entire world close to our hearts and to the heart of God in prayer.
Youth Bible Study
https://blogs.elca.org/faithlens/
Children's Bulletin
Order of Service
Weekly Journal
Weekly Devotional
A Feeding America West Michigan Mobile Food Pantry is scheduled on October 1,2025, sponsored by St. John's UCC in partnership with Sudanese Grace Episcopal Church. Volunteers will gather at 5:00pm, 1550 Oswego NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504. Distribution will begin at 6:00 pm. Last month, we distributed 4,518 pounds of food to 123 households, 419 individuals, 154 children, 101 seniors, and 6 Veterans. An army of 29 volunteers showed up in the rain to make a difference by addressing food insecurity with our neighbors. Jeffrey Dick and granddaughter Rizzy Williams delivered a small amount of surplus food to UCOM. We continue to be an equal opportunity provider. For more information about the Mobile Food Pantry, feel free to contact Teresa Markoski at 616-690-4566 or at tmarkoski2004@yahoo.com. Finacial support is always welcome by donating on the church app , or by writing a personal check. The mailing address to St. John's UCC is 1934 Bridge Street, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504. We are stronger together, together we serve.
Food Pantry Non Discrimination Agreement
Location:
The Sudanese Grace Episcopal Church
1550 Oswego NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Oct 1, 2025 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Dear Friends, We spent some time discussing current events and our feelings on things happening in our country. We also shared stories of our current and past jobs, which was fun to hear and build more connections. So we will try to finish our book, "The Return of the Prodigal Son", by Henri Nouwen. We left off on page 106, after the subtitle --The Heart of God. We pick up with the quote Bren used in her message to us, a week ago. Come with more book ideas for future discussions. And keep thinking about what you have read lately that makes your soul sing!!! We can talk about that in the next weeks. Have a great week everyone. Barb
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Sep 23, 2025 6:30 PM to 8:18 PM
Welcome to Sunday morning! This is the day that God has made and we will rejoice and be glad in it!
Please join us for in-person worship at 10:00 a.m.
If you are unable to join us in-person, please join the worship service on our website at https://stjohnsuccgr.org/worship-online at 10:00 a.m.
There are links below this message to the order of service, the weekly Journal, a children's bulletin for the week's lectionary readings, a youth Bible Study, an Adult Bible Study, and a devotional guide for the week. Please share these resources with your family and friends and know that we are joined together across any distances or difficulties that might separate us.
We are able to provide all of these wonderful services because of your continuing generosity and support. If you are able to give to support our ministries, please do. You can make a donation or set up regular giving by clicking here: http://www.stjohnsuccgr.org/give . You can also simply mail your check to the church:
St. John’s UCC
1934 Bridge ST NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Thank you for your continued faithfulness in supporting St. John's. Let us continue to hold each other and the entire world close to our hearts and to the heart of God in prayer.
Youth Bible Study
https://blogs.elca.org/faithlens/
Children's Bulletin
Order of Service
Weekly Journal
Weekly Devotional
St. John’s United Church of Christ is committed to being an inclusive faith community inviting people in the wholeness of who they are to experience the love of God, find acceptance, grow in discipleship, and discover ways to serve our Lord, Jesus Christ in today's world.
We're located at the corner of Lake Michigan Drive and Covell Ave near I-196 in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Let us know how we can help plan your visit. We look forward to seeing you!
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