Meet Pastor Shawn

Pastor Shawn Berkebile has served the congregation of St. John's for the past 12 years. His wife Rachel and him have three children; Andrew is 12, Elizabeth is 10 and Clara is 7. He loves to preach and teach and show the congregation he is still a big kid. Pastor Shawn graduated from Gettysburg Seminary in 2009 and attended Susquehanna University for undergraduate studies.

Office Administrator - Bill Sowers
Director of Music - Donna Renaut
Intern/Director of Christian Education- Vicar Amy Mambu
Council President - Joe Rickrode
Church Treasurer - Bambi Barnhart Golden
Cemetery Grounds Keeper - Ben Hoffman

Director of Christian Education: Amy Mambu

Amy is a current distance-learning student at Wartburg Theological Seminary. She is a candidate for ordination to the ELCA's Word and Service roster. Most recently, Amy worked as the Associate Director at Mar-Lu-Ridge Camp and Retreat Center in Jefferson, Maryland. Amy grew up in Hanover, and is excited to be back in her home town. 

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Church Council 

Church Council Executive Committee 
President - Joe Rickrode
Vice President - Paul Minnich
Secretary - Katie Neiderer
Church Treasurer- Bambi Barnhart Golden 

Committee Chair Members: 
Property Planning Chair - Jared Tyson 
Endowment Committee Chair - Steve Sherman
Mutual Ministry Committee Chair - Richard Sharrer
Worship and Music Committee Chair - Donna Renaut 

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Worship Schedule: At St. John’s Lutheran Church, we worship every Sunday at 10:00am. Holy Communion is celebrated every Sunday. 

Holy Communion    
St. John's celebrates the Lord's Supper every Sunday.  St. John’s Lutheran Church practices Eucharistic hospitality. All baptized persons are invited to the Lord’s table, to receive the Lord’s body and blood for the forgiveness of sin and renewal of life. As a sign of the unity the sacrament gives us, we all share the same elements. If you are unable to receive the bread, due to a food allergy, be assured that in a single element you receive the Real Presence of Christ and the gifts of the sacrament. Grape juice is available for those who require an alternative. Young children and others who do not commune are invited and welcome to come forward for a blessing.  

Volunteer Opportunities during Worship: There are many opportunities to serve during the worship service. You are an important part of our church family and we appreciate your time and talents. You can serve as an Acolyte, Usher, Lector, Greeter, or help in the Nursery or the Altar Guild. If you are interested or would like more information, please call the church office at 717-259-0796. All are welcome!