WELCOME TO ST. JOHN'S LUTHERAN CHURCH

We are a community of faith strengthened by the incredible history gifted to us through God's grace. We are a worshiping community that has worshiped together for more than 250 years. And even though our building may be old, our Spirit isn’t. We continue to offer God's Word and Sacrament to the community and the world we live in. We hope that the welcome we speak to you is one that looks and feels like a welcome that comes to you from God. Whenever or however you choose to be with us, may you know that God has a special place and love for you.

RESPONSE TO COVID-19
ACTIVITIES AND PUBLIC WORSHIP @ ST. JOHN'S ARE CANCELED UNTIL - MONDAY, APRIL 13th

​— IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT --

 
 EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY!   In order to ensure the health, safety and well-being of our church members and community, we are suspending all church activities, including worship, through Monday, April 13th. This means our building will be closed for public worship and activities throughout Holy Week and Easter. The church council has activated a phone chain and we will do our very best to keep all members of our community informed. Worship will continue via Zoom and livestream.
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Watch for more information available on our website or on our St. John’s FaceBook Page regarding the ways the community of St. John’s will continue to be connected spiritually and provide care for those who are most in need during this pandemic.


Pastor Shawn and Donna King continue to work from the church office but ask that no one comes to the church unless arrangements have been made beforehand. If you have pressing needs or concerns, please call 717-259-0796 and leave a message or email Donna, our church secretary at stjohnsatown@comcast.net or Pastor Shawn at atownpastor@comcast.net. We will get back to you as soon as possible.  


​Click here to read Pastor Shawn's updated letter to the congregation. 

Worship @ Home- Sunday April 5th, 2020

ZOOM Bible Study- Every Wednesday @ 10:00am

Mobile Food Pantry- Volunteer to Help! 

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The Abbottstown/ East Berlin Food Pantry will be open next week, but all volunteers are being asked to practice safe social distancing. In addition, guests will be instructed to stay in their cars and will receive food outside. 
Hours Open:
          Wednesday, April 1 from 3pm to 5pm at
          Trinity Lutheran Church, East Berlin. 
          Thursday, April 2 from 3pm to 4pm at
           St. John's, Abbottstown
*Volunteers are being asked to arrive at 2:30pm and please don't enter buildings.  Also, if you are sick or at high risk, please stay home. ​

​Next Laundry Love - April 7th

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St. John's has joined the movement called Laundry Love.  On the first Tuesday of the month we offer free laundry to those with financial need at The Sudz Laundry Mat at the Kennie's Shopping Plaza in Spring Grove at 6pm.  Watch the video to learn more. Contact the office if you are interested in joining our team. 

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Online Worship
Wednesday, April 8th
Holy Wednesday
Pre-recorded Evening Prayer Service
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Thursday, April 9th
Maundy Thursday
7pm Service
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Friday, April 10th
Good Friday
7pm Service
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Sunday, April 12th
RESURRECTION OF OUR LORD
EASTER SUNDAY
Worship 10:30AM
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Canceled until further notice
Every Friday @ 7:00 PM
Al-Anon & AA
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