Teddy Bear Ministry
Walk into St. John’s on any Sunday and you’ll notice the front pews are
occupied by a particularly huggable member of the congregation –
a teddy bear.
These furry friends sit in the front pews and take part in Sunday morning services each week. Members are invited to take the bears into the community and give them to family members, friends, or strangers who may need a reminder of God’s love.
Each bear has a tag with the following message:
I’m a little Prayer Bear,
Sent to you with love,
From St. John’s Lutheran Church,
And the good Lord up above.
They blessed me at their church,
Then sent me on my way,
To let you know you’re in their thoughts,
And prayed for everyday.
So I hope you feel better,
Knowing how much we care,
And hope you feel God’s love and grace,
As you hold your little Prayer Bear.
Since beginning the Teddy Bear Ministry in the Spring of 2015, more than 650 bears have been received by individuals in need of God’s comfort.
The church members have shared many wonderful stories of the lives
touched by this unique ministry. And the teddy bears travel - by plane and through the mail.
