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Service Ministries

World Missions:
The World Missions team actively pursues the Great Commission to make disciples of all nations. We seek to Connect People with Jesus outside this nation's borders.
Contact: Nichole Green 303.393.1816 rangreen@worldnet.att.net

Orphan/Adoption Ministry Team: If you are interested in joining this new ministry or need more information regarding this ministry, please contact one of the following team members:
Contact: Suzanne and Ed Martin, 720.254.8107 suzedmartin@yahoo.com Contact: Kelly and Lisa Sigler, 303.778.1042 Siglercom@aol.com  Contact: Tisha Keagy, 303.377.2873 lpkeagy@msn.com                Contact: Sherry Glennon, 303.847.1389 mysheryamor@aol.com     Contact: Jason and Melanie Hanson, 303.856.3075 melhanson17@gmail.com                                                           Contact: pzink, 303.947.3420 pzink@isi.com

Pancake Breakfast at Christ's Body Ministry God's love can be shared in the form of a warm meal. This team prepares a pancake & sausage breakfast each Friday morning for about 150 homeless men and women.
Contact: John Meinert, 303.781.6743 jrmentinc2@aol.com

MountainGlory!:
To bring people to Christian faith and spiritual maturity, we prepare Bible camps, retreats and other gatherings/activities.
Contact: Kelly or Lisa Sigler at 303.778.1041 or email: siglercom@aol.com

International Students Inc.:
This interdenominational ministry befriends international students at area universities and connects them with Jesus. Become a friendship partner or help with English conversation or one-time activities.
Contact: Carol Carder, 303-777-9194, carolcarder@msn.com

Local Missions:
Caring for those in our community who need a hand up. This is often done in partnership with local organizations.

The Food Bank at St. John's conveys the love of Jesus to many. While St. John's is unable to offer a cash support program, canned & dried goods are available through our food bank, Monday through Thursday, between the hours of 8am-12:30pm.
Contact: Cheryl Rasmussen at church@stjohnsdenver.org, or 303 733-3777 x110.

Boy Scouts of America:
Troop 199 is for boys age 11 to 18 and has a great program of fun and adventure with purpose. Join us if you desire to develop skills and values to benefit boys as they grow into responsible manhood.
Contact: Kevin Koalenz 303.789.4182 or kjkscouter@gmail.com
Church Office Team:
We connect people with Jesus by assisting members and our larger community to locate the support or information they need within St. John's.
Contact: Cheryl Rasmussen, church@stjohnsdenver.org 303.733.3777 X110

Facility Care Team:
This is the 'behind the scenes crew.' Painting, cleaning, fixing, and building projects are just some of the things to be done around church. Flexible hours during the week or Saturdays are available to fit your schedule. Contact: Jim Thurmond at 303.733.3777 X142


Women’s Ministry takes charge where women can make a difference. We sponsor many helpful, fun, evangelical, and reach-out events that make an impact for the people of St. John's and others. We have a great time using our passions and God-given, sometimes women-specific, gifts to serve Him.

Contact: Carolyn Otte at 303.733.3777 X113


Senior Adult Ministry:
This team prepares a variety of activities and classes where seniors can meet, mingle, and connect with other Christian seniors.
Contact: Virgean Hazel, 303.757.5060

Christian Education Ministries


DLHS-Partners in Christian Education:
Denver Lutheran High School strives to create a community where we come to know, love and serve Jesus Christ. We're the full package for your high school age child; academically, physically, emotionally and spiritually. Call 303.934.2345 for more information.

Confirmation classes are being offered at St. John's Church October through May for all students in the 6th, 7th and 8th grades. We meet in the youth room downstairs at St. John's from 3:30 to 6:00 every Wednesday. Look for changes in this schedule to appear in Connections and to be emailed to all parents. If you are interested in having your student attend please Contact: Kyia Friesen, 303.733.3777 x117 or email youth@stjohnsdenver.org

High School Youth Group meets at St. John's every Sunday evening from 6:30 to 8:30. Monthly excursions will take us to many new and exciting destinations. Look for email updates to the calendar for details about times and dates. Contact Kyia Friesen  with any questions at youth@stjohnsdenver.org

Children's Ministry:
This is an opportunity to help children learn about Jesus and his love for them. Teachers and parent helpers for Nursery through 5th grade join together to build a foundation of Godly character in children through Bible stories, drama, music, and age-appropriate Bible lessons.
Contact: Chris Holliday 303.733.3777 x129 christine.holliday@stjohnsdenver.org


St. John's Lutheran School, K-8, is a caring, Christian, learning community that inspires families to walk with Jesus and challenges each student to personal excellence. Use your skills to support teachers and students for special events and/or ongoing learning and enrichment.
Contact: Loren Otte, 303.733.3777 X120 loren.otte@stjohnsdenver.org or Barbara Kennedy, 303.733.3777 x119 barbara.kenndey@stjohnsdenver.org

Worship Ministries

Altar Guild:
So that people may enjoy meaningful worship, this team shares in the joy of working behind the scenes. Preparing for communion, baptisms, & seasonal celebrations. There are also teams for weddings and funerals.
Contact: Michelle Vogts, 303.256.7666 k762m@msn.com

Memorial Service Hospitality:
Contact: Marion Burns 720.941.6236

Welcome Ministry:
A smiling face, a warm handshake, and a friendly greeting to extend a welcome to everyone. For our guests, a source of information and a comfortable connection to St. John's.
Contact: Pam Erbes, wapare@yahoo.com, 303.722.5613


The Publications team at St. John's creates and produces graphic arts pieces including slide presentations, the weekly church newsletter, books for classes, informational fliers and brochures, and more. People with a wide variety of gifts are needed, including those who simply want to help fold, cut and collate printed pieces. We also need people gifted in writing, editing, graphic arts, and computer programs including Word and PowerPoint.
Contact: Laura Richardson, laura.richardson@stjohnsdenver.org

Praise & Worship Music Ministry:
We believe that God is looking for wholehearted worshipers, who worship Him in Spirit and in Truth (John 4:23-24). If you play an instrument and have some experience with Contemporary praise & worship music, if you are comfortable reading a chord chart and if you enjoy all types of musical styles then you will be interested in becoming a part of the worship team for the Sunday 10:30 AM Contemporary service.
Contact: Randy Rothwell 303.733.3777 x115
randy.rothwell@stjohnsdenver.org

If you enjoy singing, have a good ear for a melody and are enthusiastic about God and want to help other folks experience God's presence, then we are looking for you.

We also offer a classic service Sunday at 8:00 AM which features hymns with the accompaniment of organ, piano, choirs and soloist as well as instruments such as the trumpet and cello. If you are interested in joining the choir or serving as an instrumentalist please contact: Matt Kingham matt.kingham@stjohnsdenver.org or Rich Nemeth at (510) 325-3047

We are looking for musicians, ensemble singers, soloist as well as members of a praise choir. If you are interested in becoming involved in the worship community at St. John's please contact: Randy Rothwell Director of Worship at randy.rothwell@stjohnsdenver.org or (303) 733-3777 x115

Technical Teams: This team has opportunities for audio, video, lighting, power point/projection techs as well as tech support assistants.

This team serves both the Sunday 8 AM Traditional services as well as the 10:30 AM Contemporary services which include a full, live band, singers and video. We are looking for willing hearts and hands who love to serve 'behind the scene. Contact: Jason Ponder - Tech Director at
Jason.ponder@stjohnsdenver.org

Pastoral Care Ministries

Homebound Ministry Care, compassion, connection, and gentle loving hand from a follower of Jesus. That's what this ministry team offers members who now are unable to physically attend services.
Contact: Virgean Hazel, JHDhazelnut@aol.com, 303.757.5060

Stephen Ministry Lay ministers offer Christian care to someone during their time of difficulty or transition. It is service with a listening ear, an accepting heart, prayer, and encouraging words.
Contact: Bernardine Eckelkamp, 303.733.3777 x135
bernardine.eckelkamp@stjohnsdenver.org

Depression Support:
This group meets weekly to support those who contend with depression and helps build coping skills through Jesus. Facilitators, good listeners, and team support roles will work together to bring care.
Contact: Neal Bamesberger 720-308-4191, nbamesberg@hotmail.com