What's Happening at Saint John

Calling All Saints: Let's Pray Together!

Are you in need of prayer? Want to praise God for what He has done and is doing in your life? The Prayer Ministry invites you to place your prayer requests and/or praises in the Prayer Box, located in the Narthex.

There is power in prayer, so join us for our Hour of Prayer and hear prayers being lifted up on behalf of family and friends. Come one, come all!

• When: Wednesdays at 11:00AM
• Call: 605-313-6213
• Access Code: 255479#

- The Prayer Ministry

Fall Harvest Festival!

Attention, attention, calling all St. John saints! Are you ready to laugh and have a great time? Good, because we sure are. Come on out to St. John Missionary Baptist Church for our Fall Harvest Festival!

• When: Saturday, October 24, 2026, 12-3PM
• Where: Right here at St. John Missionary Baptist Church
• Prayer Meeting: Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 6:30-7:30PM, leading up to the Fall Harvest

Expect corn hole and gaming tournaments, face and pumpkin painting, and fun games for the whole family. Of course, there will be tasty treats (we would never leave you hungry), plus door prizes and giveaways!

This is a church-wide event, so we're asking for volunteers from all ministries. Not in a ministry yet? This is a great chance to jump in! Most importantly, please bring someone you know who doesn't have a church home or a relationship with Jesus Christ. More details are coming on how you can help make this event a success while giving God all the glory!

Questions? See Min. Bell, Pastor Grayson, or Dea. White. Thank you!

"A Winter Coat GIVEAWAY"

Ohio winters don't play, so let's help our neighbors stay warm! SJMBC and Care Portal are partnering with the Springfield City School District community for their Winter Coat GIVEAWAY.

• When: Saturday, October 24, 2026, 10AM-1PM
• Where: "The Tiffany Gym at the Dome," 700 S. Limestone St., Springfield, Ohio 45505
• Entrance: Please use entrance "A" on Clifton Ave.

We are collecting winter coats for Pre-K through Adults. "NEW ITEMS ONLY." Please bring coats to the church by October 20th so they can be delivered to the school on October 22nd.

For further information, please contact Maria Averhart, Hope Owens, or Tioga "Oakie" Moore.

The Fall Gathering

Pack your appetite and your praise! We're hitting the road to worship together, and this year's theme is "And Who Is My Neighbor?"

• When: Saturday, November 8, 2026
• Where: Omega Baptist Church, 1821 Emerson Ave., Dayton, Ohio 45406
• 4PM: Panel discussion welcoming Immigrants and Refugees
• 5PM: Dinner
• 6PM: Service

St. John members are being asked to provide a vegetable, and our own Pastor Ernest C. Brown Sr. will be sharing the Preached Word. Come break bread and worship together!

Come Sing With Us!

The Choir will be singing on 5th Sunday, November 29, 2026, and we want YOU in the choir stand! Rehearsal starts Tuesday, October 20th at 6PM. All past and present choir members, and anyone from the congregation, are welcome to participate. (No audition and no robe-fitting required to say yes!)

Any questions? Please see Min. Tolliver.

2026 Apparel Fundraiser

Attention, St. John Family! Our 2026 Apparel Fundraiser is officially underway, and this year your purchases will help support our Scholarship Program! We have St. John shirts, polos, long-sleeve shirts and sweatshirts in a variety of styles and colors. Every purchase helps us invest in the educational goals of our young people.

Ordering is easy! Scan the QR code on the flyer or visit stjohnmbc.itemorder.com, choose your items and check out securely online.

• Store closes: Sunday, November 8th at 11:59PM

So show your St. John pride, support our students and help us make an investment in their future. Thank you for supporting our Scholarship Program!

- Dr. Nickey Brown