Welcome to a glimpse into the life and ministry of St. John’s Lutheran Church!
You’ll discover a congregation of saints and sinners trying to live like Jesus – full of love for God, one another, and the world God made. You are always welcome here! Let's connect faith and life. Together.
St. John's Lutheran Church
Office Hours
Monday-Thursday 9 am- 5 pm
Friday 9 am- 12 pm
Sunday Worship
9:27 am: Contemporary Worship in the Faith Center
11 am: Traditional Worship in the Sanctuary and Online
SUNDAY MORNING
9:27am Contemporary Worship
SUNDAY MORNING
11am Worship
Participate in a long-standing, traditional worship service, rooted in the Lutheran liturgical tradition, and supported by our 72-rank Casavant organ, but don’t be surprised to discover elements of the contemporary in Word and song.
11 am worship is streamed live each Sunday on Facebook, YouTube (search SJLC), and our website.
SUNDAY MORNING
Children
Nursery is available during 9:27 in the lower level of the Faith Center. During 11 am worship The Nursery is located in the lower level of the sanctuary . Ushers will be glad to assist you !
Kingdom Kids updates are available from Stacey Shafer, Children's Minister.
Before You Arrive
Our campus spreads across two city blocks in downtown Salisbury. The worship spaces and offices are most easily accessed by the main entrance off Innes Street. Entrances to the CDC and Kindergarten are off Jackson Street.
Additional parking is available in larger lots across Council street. The Jackson street and Child Development Center lots are especially convenient for those worshipping at 9:27 am worship. On Sundays, the lot between the Sanctuary building and offices is reserved for Handicap parking. Bike racks are available outside Peeler Hall and at the Jackson St. Entrance.
Elevators
There are two elevators on campus. The first is for easier access to the sanctuary. It is located under the covered driveway towards the rear of the sanctuary building. Another elevator is located in the Faith Center to more easily navigate the buildings upper and lower levels.
Handicapped parking
Handicapped parking is available throughout campus. On Sunday mornings, the lot between the sanctuary and education buildings is reserved for the elderly and those with physical limitations.
Shuttle from Trinity Oaks
We provide a bus shuttle to and from Trinity Oaks every Sunday morning and for special events. The shuttle leaves at 10:30 am and returns around 12:15 pm.
Bike racks are available outside Peeler Hall and at the Jackson St. Entrance.
Homebound worshippers
For those who are unable to be in worship with us on Sunday mornings, we offer our 11 am worship on livestream every Sunday and on demand afterward.
If you are homebound and would like to get connected through pastoral visits, contact Pastor Lori Carter.
lori@stjohns-salisbury.org,she would love to talk to you.
Closed Captioning
Closed captioning is available at our 9:27 am worship for hearing impaired and non-English speakers. For more information, contact our Production Manager, Taylor Hutchins.
Nursery is available during 9:27 and 11 am worship. The Nursery is located in the lower level of the Faith Center.
Kingdom Kids updates are available from Stacey Shafer, Children's Minister.
On Sundays, our 3rd through 12th graders, are a part of our regular part of our worship.
On most Sunday evenings during the school year, our student ministry meets 5:30 - 7:30 pm. Our youth also participate in trips, confirmation, Random Acts of Kindness (RAKs), Summer Mission Opportunities, and much more.
We believe in a God of love who created us to live in loving relationship with God, one another, and the world God made.
At St. John’s there are a number of ways to get connected. Here are a few entry points.
Get connected through small group studies, book studies, Men's Ministry, GIFT Women's Ministry, Classes, Senior Ministry, and more!
We are glad you have been joining St. John's in worship. We hope you’ve found it to be a warm and hospitable place to be. That’s certainly our goal!
One way to take a next step at St. John's is by attending one of our Encounter Classes. In the class, you’ll learn about the congregation’s purpose, various ministries, and our great desire to help you connect faith and life. In addition, we’ll share basic information about the Lutheran church, including its many ministries around the world … and, of course, leave time for your own questions.