Worship
St. John United Church of Christ
Our Worship
Sunday services begin at 10:00 a.m., in person and live-streamed on our Facebook page and YouTube channel @SJRUCC.
Our worship is a time of community when we come to share and express our faith in a group that cares about one another, seeking to apply Christian belief, love, mercy, and fellowship to our everyday living. Each “Sermon Series” as outlined below is designed to be true to Jesus’ teachings and to be helpful and encouraging, presenting articles of faith, and ways to live in our complex society, hoping they become conversation starters and avenues for us all to grow as Christians.
2026 SERMON SERIES AT ST. JOHN
September 27 – November 22, 2026
Examination of the core and moral religious laws in the “Ten Commandments” as put forth in Exodus 20 and Deuteronomy 5: #1 no other gods; #2 no idols; #3 no name in vain; #4 keep Sabbath; #5 honor parents; #6 no murder; #7 no adultery; #8 no stealing; #9 no false witness; #10 no coveting.
July 26 – September 20, 2026
Examination of apostle Paul’s letters in the order they were written for instructions on day-to-day living in our complex society. The written order helps us understand the growing challenges we face as we move from youth to maturity: Galatians – 1 Thessalonians – 2 Thessalonians – 1 Corinthians – 2 Corinthians – Romans – Ephesians – Philippians – Colossians – Philemon – 1 Timothy – Titus – 2 Timothy.
January 4 – March 1, 2026
Examination of “The Lord’s Prayer”, Jesus’ model prayer detailed in the Gospel of Matthew. This prayer is a starting point and a guide when we have a conversation with God.
2025 SERMON SERIES AT ST. JOHN
Our opening sermon series in 2026 looks at Jesus’ model prayer detailed in the Gospel of Matthew. This prayer is a window, a starting point, and a guide when we have a conversation with God.
November 30 – December 28, 2025
Examination of what happens when we accept Jesus and build a relationship with Him. Observance of Advent leading to Jesus’ birth.
September 7 – November 23, 2025
Examination of how Jesus’ “Good News” had a profound impact then and still does. The series looks at what happens in our lives as we embrace God’s love.
July 13 – August 31, 2025
Examination of how Jesus’ followers began the mission to spread His message. Through their journeys and experiences, we can find encouragement in navigating our walks of life.
April 27 – June 29, 2025
Examination of “The Beatitudes” in the Gospel of Matthew in which Jesus lists conditions that receive His blessing.
March 5 – April 20, 2025
Ash Wednesday to Easter. Observance and examination of Jesus’ last days on earth.