St. John's United Church of Christ

About this church

St. John's United Church of Christ in Emmaus holds Sunday worship at 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. for most of the year. From early June through late August, the two services are replaced by a single 9:15 a.m. service. Outside the summer months, a short, informal Tuesday evening service with Communion meets at 6:30 p.m., and people are invited to come as they are. The congregation belongs to the United Church of Christ and was founded in 1876 by families of the German Reformed tradition. The United Church of Christ has certified St. John's as an Open and Affirming congregation. A senior choir, a bell choir and a brass ensemble lead the music. Confirm times on the website.

During the school year, Sunday school meets from 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. Christian education also includes Vacation Bible School, confirmation classes, adult education, occasional Bible studies and a library of religious and devotional books. The choirs rehearse weekly from September through May. Members regularly donate food to a local food pantry, and the church joins denominational efforts to fight hunger. The building also hosts Scout troops, Al-Anon and AA meetings and a community theater group, and the church rents space at affordable rates to community-minded groups. The church has a parking lot, and a fellowship hall is used for refreshments after special services.

Researched from the church’s official website and reviewed September 16, 2026. Sources: Homepage: service times, address, Open and Affirming · Christian education and Sunday school · Ministries, music and groups using the building · News: history, parking, food pantry support

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