St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church is a congregation of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America.  It was founded in 1854.  Located in beautiful downtown Sterling, Illinois, St. John’s continues to flourish providing many opportunities for all ages to enhance your faith.

We welcome you to worship with us each Sunday morning and Wednesday evening.

Members of St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church are CALLED into God’s world, CLAIMED by God and His people, and SENT to share our faith.

St. John’s Vision

St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church is a community of believers serving the needs of God’s people in His world.

St. John’s Value Statements

We will accomplish our Mission and Vision with FAITH:

• Faith is the foundation of our church
• Actions guide our work in the community
• Invite all to share in our Family of Faith
• Trust in the Lord
• Healthy and growing