St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church of Perrysville

Christian Education 

The Christian Education Committee serves the congregation through curriculum planning  and scheduling for Sunday School, First Communion and Confirmation rites. 

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Evangelism 

The Evangelism Committee supports the outreach of our ministry through various outlets including social media, charity and direct interactions with individuals.

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Finance 

The Finance Committee oversees the annual financial decisions and procedures as well as long term investing and budgetary items. 

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Property

The Property Committee helps to maintain the church's physical state as well as invest in church capital projects. 

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Social Ministry 

The social committee in a Lutheran church exists to enhance fellowship and acceptance. It plans and organizes social events to help members feel loved and accepted. The committee's ministry includes planning and organizing events.  At St. John’s, there are two primary groups that support this ministry – The of Men of St. John’s and the Women of St. John’s.  These groups support events such as breakfasts, various coffee hours / lunches, Pork & Sauerkraut Dinner, Annual Spaghetti Dinner, the Christian Closet, Flea Markets, Annual Chili Cook Off,  Church Beautification Events, Faith & Fit Events, Community Support Events,  etc.

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Stewardship 

Christian stewardship refers to the responsibility that Christians have in maintaining and using widely the gifts that God has bestowed, to include financial blessings and spiritual gifts. God expects us to take care of one another and ourselves physical, mental, and emotional well-being. St. John’s stewardship committee encourages congregants to become actively involved in doing God’s work. They sponsor volunteer opportunities, such as Global Links, that support the missions of the church. The stewardship committee also focuses on self-care through activities like Paint & Pray, Family Drum Circle, and Blessing of the Pets. Of course, St. John’s continues to thrive because of the generosity of its members. Their financial support enables our church to carry out numerous missions in our local community and the Lutheran church worldwide. The Stewardship committee also reminds congregants of the value of their monetary donations.

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Worship and Music 

The Worship and Music Committee oversees weekly worship and music for services. They plan, schedule and maintain various aspects of the worship services through the year. 

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Youth Ministries 

The Youth Ministry Committee plans Youth activities including fellowship trips, Bible School, and educational items. 

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Mutual Ministry

Provides support and advice to the staff employed by the congregation. It shall seek to maintain a productive and mutually beneficial relationship between the congregation and staff aimed at ensuring an effective and faithful Gospel ministry.