Adults
St. John's provides opportunities for Christian discipleship, spiritual formation, and adult education. Our goal is to help members grow in faith—through weekly Bible studies, small groups, spiritual gifts discovery, retreats, and special events—so that they become more committed and passionate disciples of Jesus.
Sunday morning
Classes will not meet during the summer—May 28 through September 3. Classes will resume on September 10.
Adult Opportunities
9:30–10:30 AM, Conference Room
During the school year
An opportunity to discuss each week’s Scripture from the Lectionary and go a bit deeper in the word.
9:30–10:30 AM, Loft
During the school year
A video study and facilitator-led discussion.
Contact: Dave Bollmann
Small Groups
St. John's places a high priority on small group ministry as one of the best ways to experience Christian community. Within the context of a small group, we are the "communion of saints" and seek to build up one another in faith. We rejoice together, suffer together, and support one another as partners in ministry.
Small groups are a valuable way of fostering relationships in a large congregation, providing a valuable way of getting to know people and creating a small community within the larger community, while growing and deepening Christian faith through studying Scripture together to build up the body of Christ.
St. John's has several men's and women's discipleship groups, couples' groups, special interest groups, and more. We will connect you to a small group when you are ready. If you have an idea for a small group that doesn't already exist, please contact Kerri!
Small Group Resources
RightNow Media—streaming library of Christian video resources for all ages. Please contact Dave Bollmann for free access to thousands of Christian resources.
Church Library Studies—small group studies are available from the church library. For a list of available resources, visit the Library or contact Dave Bollmann.
Bible Studies
The following Bible studies offer an opportunity to delve deeper into your faith through study of the Bible and other Christian resources. All are welcome to join any time! These studies meet year round.
Faith and Life
10 AM Wednesdays (except the first Wednesday of each month), Fellowship Hall
Men’s Study
7:30 AM Fridays, Loft
Social Groups
The benefit of Christian fellowship is nurturing each other by gathering in community and supporting one another.
Kaffehuset
10–11:30 AM, first Wednesdays of each month, Fellowship Hall
A variety of programs about St. John's and the central Illinois community are presented: talks, music, skits, and more. All are welcome—young and not-so-young, members and guests. Refreshments are provided. See the Winter/Spring schedule here.
Coffee and Refreshments
9:30–10:30 AM Sundays, Gathering Area
Fostering a spirit of unity, St. John's has one coffee station in the Gathering Area. You'll find this a place to get a cup of coffee and donut, gather for fellowship, meet new people, and share communication and resources.
Faith of Tap
Wednesdays from mid-June through mid-August
6:30–8 PM
Join other members and friends for an evening of faith-filled fellowship at a local brewery.