Serving God | Serving Others
This Week
@ Saint John's
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SATURDAY | November 15
8:00AM Men's Breakfast
@ Port Clinton Hotel
SUNDAY | November 16
8:00AM Chancel Singers
9:00AM Worship Service
Rev. Mark Dewald, Worship Leader
10:00AM Joyful Ringers
3:00PM Thanksgiving Service
@ Saint Ambrose Church
TUESDAY | November 18
9:30AM-3:00PM Church Office​
THURSDAY | November 20
9:30AM-3:00PM Church Office​
​SUNDAY | November 23
CHRIST THE KING SUNDAY
9:00AM Worship Service
Rev. Kevin McLemore, Worship Leader
10:00AM Sunday School
November 09, 2025
April 13, 2025
Upcoming
Services & Events
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TUESDAY | November 25
6:00PM Consistory Meeting
SUNDAY | November 30
FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT
9:00AM Communion Service
Rev. Mark Dewald, Worship Leader
SATURDAY | December 06
12:00PM Women's Luncheon
SUNDAY | December 07
SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
8:00AM Chancel Singers
9:00AM Worship Service
Rev. Mark Dewald, Worship Leader​
10:00AM Joyful Ringers
SUNDAY | December 14
THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
9:00AM Worship Service
Rev. Mark Dewald, Worship Leader​
10:00AM Sunday School
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We invite you
to worship with us!​
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PARKING - A small parking lot is located next to the church and can be accessed from River Street, which runs behind the church building. Ample on-street parking can also be found on East Main Street and Dock Street. Parking is also available in both Sovereign Bank and M&T Bank parking lots (Sunday mornings only).
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ENTERING THE CHURCH - You may use either entrance doors on the front of the building. Once inside, you will find a friendly greeter who will direct you to the Sanctuary, which is located on Level Two (or the Chapel on Level One if our service is being held there). If you need the elevator, they will assist you. Restrooms are located on the Ground Level.
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ENTERING THE SANCTUARY/CHAPEL - An usher will give you a worship bulletin to guide you through the service. Children's activity bags are also available. Offering plates are located on a stand inside each Sanctuary entrance (or just outside the Chapel).
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DURING THE SERVICE - Please be mindful that the service is being recorded for those who are viewing online. If we are celebrating the Sacrament of Holy Communion, the elements (bread and wine/juice) will be distributed by the ushers. The Mite Family Room is available in the rear of the Sanctuary for those who have difficulty sitting for longer periods of time.
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LEAVING THE SANCTUARY/CHAPEL - At the end of the service, you may spend a few moments in prayerful reflection during the postlude music or exit using either of the stairwells. If you need the elevator, an usher will assist you.
FROM THE
CONSISTORY PRESIDENT
November 2025
Truly I tell you, whatever you did for
one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine,
you did for me. ~ Matthew 25: 40
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Saint John’s congregation has always been involved in our local community, but over the last few years, it has become a primary focus of our mission. Recently, we shifted much of our benevolent giving to more local and regional concerns. Because of this focus on the impact of community support and involvement, you will see new branding as we move into 2026. “Serving God | Serving Others” will be appearing on printed materials, our online presence, and our social media. This simple but powerful statement is drawn from Matthew 25:40.
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How do we engage others with the message that God loves them? The upcoming holiday season is the perfect time to reach out. Although it is a busy time, it can also be a time of great loneliness and isolation for many. Consider ways that we can serve God by being present, being generous, and being involved. Share the good things about Saint John’s with others. Invite someone to worship or one of our activities. Phone or visit a member or friend who may not get around so easily. Send a card or text message to someone to let them know that you are thinking about them and that God loves them. Pray for our church and our community. You can make a difference in the life of your church, your neighbors, and your friends.