Upcoming events
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BACKPACK AND SCHOOL SUPPLY COLLECTION
July 11 - August 9
St. John’s Social Hall
The Fellowship Board is collecting Backpacks and school supplies to fill them. The collection will run from July 11 thru August 9. Please place all donations in the Social Hall or bring them to the Church Office. All items will be sent to “The Closet” to benefit the Foster, adoptive, and Kinship families in the area. Last year we collected 100 backpacks with supplies. We hope to surpass this goal. For more information, please check out the display in the Social Hall, or contact Cheryl Thomas.
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Summerama
July 13 & 14, 5 - 7 pm
St. John’s Lutheran Church
You are invited to join us for our Summerama! We are hosting our FREE two-day event 5-7 p.m. July 13 & 14. We will provide dinner, activities, a Bible message, and crafts. Children ages 3 and younger require a parent. Children who register by June 30 will receive a FREE gift. Sign up below! If you have any questions, please contact the church office at 616-842-4510 or office@stjohnsgrandhaven.com
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Women's Breakfast
July 16, 9 a.m.
Russ’ in Grand Haven
Join us on the third Thursday of each month for our Women’s Breakfast. Come enjoy Christian fellowship, friendship, and good food in a welcoming atmosphere.
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Jr. High Youth Gathering
July 28-July 30, 2026
Frankenmuth, MI
The 2026 Jr. High Gathering in Frankenmuth July 28-July 30, 2026. A youth participant is any current (2025-2026) 5th-8th grade student. Cost per student is $100 (includes: registration fee, lodging ,food and transportation). Registration opens in January. Let me know if you have any questions.
2026 Theme: "Alien Fellowship"
Theme Verse : 1 Peter 3:15 but in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you; yet do it with gentleness and respect,
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Men's Breakfast
August 4, 8 a.m.
Russ’ in Grand Haven
Join us on the second Tuesday of every month at Russ’ in Grand Haven for our Men’s Breakfast. Enjoy a great meal, Christian fellowship, encouragement, and meaningful conversation with other men in the community.
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Men's Cookout
August 22, 11:30 a.m.
St. John’s Lutheran Church
St. John’s is hosting a BBQ for men on August 22! All ages are invited to join us as we welcome men and their friends from Lutheran churches in West Michigan.