Engage opportunities

Join your St. John's Church family to engage with one another in fellowship and spend time in God's word

  • Apr 30: Senior's Day trip

    Tour Hellenic Orthodox Church of the Annunciation on Thursday, April 30 10:30 AM (meet at St. John's  to 9:45 to carpool}  Visit this beautiful Greek Orthodox Church with its stunning iconography in the heart of Buffalo.  Sign-up  at Sign-up Central

  • May 2-4: Men's Retreat

    Join the men of St. John's as we gather together to strengthen our commitment to being Jesus's disciples for the good of our families and communities. 

    Sign up here. 

    Pay for the retreat here

  • May 9: Women's Ministry Craft Night

    Join the women of St. John's for fellowship as we gather together for bracelet making. The cost is $10 - sign up here: https://stjohnsop.flocknote.com/signup/206619

  • May 10: Euchre Tournament Fundraiser

    Grab a deck of cards and a partner for our Euchre tournament fundraiser on May 10th from 530 - 730 PM! The proceeds raised from this event will go directly toward sending the high school students on their mission trip this summer! Cost is $10 per person and includes pizza dinner. Additional raffles and competitions held throughout the evening so come ready to help support this great cause. Register here

  • May 16-18: Youth Retreat

    The spring retreat is set for May 16-18. This is an opportunity for the youth of our church to connect with peers from other congregations, spend time in creation, and have intentional time to grow in their faith.  Sign up your youth here. Submit your payment here. If you have any questions, please contact Daniel Oberdieck at daniel@stjohnsop.com.


  • May 16 & 17: Children's ministry events

    Paint Night for grades 3-5: Friday May 16th from 6-730 PM. Sign up here


    Bird House Building for grades K-2: Saturday May 17th from 930-11 AM. Sign up here

  • May 21: Senior's Potluck

    Join the seniors of St. John's for a good meal, fellowship and conversation - our next potluck lunch will be on May 21 at noon. There is a signup sheet at Signup

    Central.

  • May 31: New Member Class

    Our next new member class is May 31 from 9:00 AM -12:00 PM. Join us for

    breakfast and a relaxed, informal discussion about our vision, mission & values, and

    the principles of the Christian faith that we teach here at St. John’s.

    Childcare available upon request.

    Email tarinee@stjohnsop.com with questions or to RSVP.

  • Jun 22: Senior's Day trip

    Forest Lawn's famous Sunday in the cemetery trolley tour. June 22 at 3:00 PM.

    Cost: $35. There are 14 spaces are available. First come...first served.

    Call 716-427-0727 by May 23 to purchase a ticket.

    (Let Pastor Mike know if you need transportation.)

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  • Adult Education hour - Sundays @ 930 am

    The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry - Apr 27 through May 18

    It may seem like we have no choice but to live at a frantic pace, but God has a better path for us. Together we will discuss one of the greatest threats to our spiritual lives: hurry. Instead of allowing our calendars and screens to control our lives, Jesus offers us a new rhythm of life, overflowing with grace, peace and beauty.


  • Women @ the Well - THursdays @ 7PM

    Join us weekly for our women's Bible study on Thursdays at 7 pm. Our next study begins on May 8 and we will be studying Amen: The Story of Scripture from Eden to Eternity. Together we will walk through all the genres of Scripture to show us how everything points to Jesus and His redemptive plan all along. We will also spend time learning to understand, interpret and apply Scripture to our everyday life.

  • Men's Exercise and small Group

    Weekly, this group gathers together to focus on both physical health and spiritual health. 

    Tuesday: Workout and devotional 5:45 -6:45 AM

    Saturdays: Workout 6:00 - 7:00 AM, Bible Study 7:00-8:00 AM

    Email Brian Ames for more information.

  • Women's Discipleship Group

    We will meet on May 4th at 11:00 AM downstairs in Fellowship Hall. We will be using the book “Growing in the Christian Life- A guide to James”. If you are interested contact Diane Hagelin.  She has books available for you. 

  • Tuesday Night Men's Group

    We meet at 7:00 PM on the first and third Tuesdays of the month.  Anyone who is interested in joining the group is more than welcome! Questions? Please feel free to contact Sean Clifford

  • Gospel Moms

    Are you a mother with young kids looking for a way to stay connected in God's word and spend time with other moms? Bring your little ones and join us at 10:00 - 11:00 AM on May 8th and 22nd. Together, we will reflect on the joyful and challenging ways of motherhood through the lens of the gospel. Need more information or have questions? Email Brenna Ames or Vicki Koglmeier

  • Pastor Mike's Monday bible Class

    We meet weekly on Mondays from 12:00-1:30 PM. We will be studying the

    book God Heard Their Cry - An Exodus from Egypt beginning April 28.

    Please contact Pastor Mike at mike@stjohnsop.com with any questions or if you

    plan to join the class as a new member.

  • Thursday Afternoon Men's Bible Study

    Join us on Thursday afternoons, 4:00-4:45 PM, in the Lobby. The book of Romans is considered by many to be one of the most important books ever written on the Christian faith. Come encounter again the best news you will ever hear, the good news of your salvation in Christ. Contact daniel@stjohnsop.com with any questions.