Welcome to Saint James Lutheran

146 N Main St • Glen Carbon IL

Sunday at 9 am

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If He Builds It, They Will Come – First Sunday in Advent

Isaiah prophesied 700 years before the coming of Jesus that He would come. Our Lord builds His Church through Jesus. As a church, we wait in this world that is filled with chaos, cliffs, and danger. Jesus will come again to the place that He has built for us.

Liturgist and Preacher: Rev. Tony Boos; Reader: Nic Schatte

Thanksliving – Thanksgiving Eve

Thanksgiving is more than a day–it is the way we are to live.

Preacher: Pastor Bill Engfehr

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...

Advent/Christmas Schedule

Holiday Worship Schedule Sunday, Nov. 30 – First Sunday in Advent 9:00 AM Wednesday, Dec 3 – Fellowship Dinner 6:30 PM Sunday, Dec. 7 – Second Sunday in Advent 9:00 AM Wednesday, Dec 10 – Midweek Advent 6:30 PM Sunday, Dec. 14 – Third Sunday in Advent 9:00 AM...

Do Muslims Want to Kill Non-Muslims? (Ep131)

In the religious struggle between Christianity and Islam, is it correct that the faithful Muslim wants infidels, including Christians, to be dead? Or is this perspective a false narrative? Do different sects of Islam believe different things on this question? It’s a sensitive subject, and we’ll talk about it today. It’s our topic on this episode of Craving Answers, Craving God.

Community Service Opportunity:

Community Service Opportunity: St James is passing out free hot chocolate at the Glen Carbon Winter Market on Saturday, November 29th from 5-8 pm. If you are interested in helping, please let Jen Weber or Tina Enke know. The Winter Market is located at the village...

Annual Congregational Voters’ Meeting

All Members – Mark your calendars for December 7th to attend and vote!

Second Tuesday Women’s Bible Study

The Second Tuesday Women’s Bible Study
Next Date: December 6, 2026

St. James Advent Decorating

Saturday, November 29th 9:00 AM

Second Tuesday Women’s Bible Study

The Second Tuesday Women’s Bible Study
Next Date: December 6, 2026

Wednesday Morning Men’s Bible Study

Join us for a study on Galations; The Cost of Freedom, by Thomas J. Doyle, every Wednesday morning at 6:30 AM!

Sunday Adult Bible Study

Join us after worship service for Bible study.

When: Every Sunday at 10:45 AM (after worship)
Where: Downstairs — St James Lutheran Church, 146 N Main St, Glen Carbon, IL.

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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!