Welcome to Saint James Lutheran

146 N Main St • Glen Carbon IL

Sunday at 9 am

About our church Online worship services

What is Paradise? (Ep134)

The Bible uses different words for life after death, and the overlap between them can be confusing. What is paradise? What is heaven? What is the new creation? Chuck and Aaron talk about these different words and what it means for our life after death.

“The Boys of Bethlehem” Matthew 2:13-18 – First Sunday after Christmas

The murder of the young boys of Bethlehem is a forgotten part of the Christmas story. Yet it teaches us God's all important response to the problem of evil.

Liturgist and Preacher: Pastor Michael Walther; Reader: Joe Rathert

Do Not Be Afraid – Christmas Day

True or False: God tells us we should be afraid?

Liturgist and Preacher: Rev. Tony Boos

Discovering Christianity Class – New Class Starting January 11, 2026

Interested in joining St. James Lutheran Church or learning more about Christianity?

When: Every Sunday, beginning January 11, 2026 at 10:45 AM
Where: St James Lutheran Church, Fellowship Hall, 146 N Main St, Glen Carbon IL.

Mosaic Baby Bottle Campaign

This campaign will last from January 11 until February 15.

Second Tuesday Women’s Bible Study

This Study is paused for January and February and will resume in March.

Congregational Meeting

We will have a congregational voter’s meeting Sunday, January 4th at 10:45 AM.

Discovering Christianity Class – New Class Starting January 11, 2026

Interested in joining St. James Lutheran Church or learning more about Christianity?

When: Every Sunday, beginning January 11, 2026 at 10:45 AM
Where: St James Lutheran Church, Fellowship Hall, 146 N Main St, Glen Carbon IL.

Holiday Youth Group Schedule

Please mark your calendars: Regular Youth Group Wednesday meetings will be paused during Advent (Nov. 30) and resume January 7th at the Staake home. Jr & Sr High Youth Christmas Party will be held Friday, December 19th at the Staake home 6:30 PM – 9:00...

Women’s Saturday Bible Study

Saturdays (excluding 1st Saturdays of the month) 10:00 AM

Children’s Sunday School

Join us after worship service for Sunday School.

When: Every Sunday at 10:30 AM (after worship)
Where: Sanctuary— St James Lutheran Church, 146 N Main St, Glen Carbon, IL.

Second Tuesday Women’s Bible Study

This Study is paused for January and February and will resume in March.

Wednesday Morning Men’s Bible Study

“Ephesians: Wholeness for a Broken World, LifeGuide Scripture Studies” by Andrew T. LePeau and Phyllis J. Le Peau, every Wednesday morning at 6:30 AM!

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Circle of Friends (LWML) – 2026 Schedule

Circle of Friends meets the first Saturday of each month at 10:00 AM in Fellowship Hall.

Mosaic Baby Bottle Campaign

This campaign will last from January 11 until February 15.

RightNow Media

Your RightNow Media Membership Awaits!

Prayer-Team 411

Did you know St. James has a prayer team?

Be in Community

Community is an important part of life in general, but especially important for Spiritual growth. Learn about our Community Groups and consider joining. We’d love to have you.

Service Times

Every Sunday at 9 AM

Visiting

New to the area? Has it been awhile since you were in worship? We are a welcoming group of Christians that look forward to meeting you.

If you have questions regarding our services or need to talk to the pastor, please contact us.

Have Questions?

Questions about what we believe? Maybe your inquiry is just logistical. Or maybe you’ve been Lutheran your whole life and want to talk with the Pastor. Please, ask away!