AN INCLUSIVE COMMUNITY FOR ALL WHO
Believe in the Love of God
No matter where you are on life's journey:
Single, married, or divorced; rich, poor, or in between
If you can sing well or can't carry a note
If you're here browsing or if you've just woken up
If you come every week or haven't been here in years
You are welcome.
Welcome! The Bible reminds us that we are the church - the family of God with great diversity.
We don't go to church. We ARE the church.
“If anyone acknowledges that Jesus is the Son of God, God lives in him and he in God.
And so we know and rely on the love God has for us. We love because He first loved us.”
I John 4:15-16, 19 NIV
Rev. Philip Balla
419-346-5304/c
419-855-3906/o
pastor@stjohnsgenoa.org
Welcome Rev. Philip Balla!
Rev. Philip Balla has been called as the new pastor of St. John's United Church of Christ, Genoa after a two-year search for a new pastor. Rev. Balla started at St. John's on January 1, 2025.
The search committee responsible for his calling said, "We found Philip to be a great match.... He is young, energetic and has an amazing resume. We also found Philip to be very personable, easy to talk with and is well spoken."
Philip wants people to know that he is reachable day or night by cell phone (419-346-5304), his office phone (419-855-3906) or through email (pastor@stjohnsgenoa.org.)
For deeper insight into Rev. Balla's resume and experience, click here.
PLEASE JOIN US...
Monthly
Fun Bunch Lunches*
Dates and locations vary.
However, the level of FUN during our gatherings doesn't! Please join us!
May 14, 11:30 am
Luckey Junction Restaurant
June 11, 11:30 am
Luckie's
Call the office to RSVP:
419-855-3906
*Open to anyone 55+
Worship
Sundays
10 a.m.
Communion celebrated first Sundays
Sunday School
9 a.m. Until May 18, 2025.
Watch Our Services
Live on
YouTube
Pastor's Bible
Study
Wednesdays
9:30-11:00 am
6:30-8 pm
Led by Rev. Philip Balla
Incredibles Lunch & Bible Study
1st Wed. of the Month
9:30 am Bible Study
10:30 am - Noon Incredibles
Follow us on Facebook for our latest activities.
Vacation Bible School
at St. John's UCC Genoa
Sun.-Wed., July 20-23, 2025
from 6-8:30 pm
Ages: 4 years to 4th Grade
Click here to register.
FIND YOUR PLACE HERE.
OUR CHURCH
We are a community-focused church. We worship together in song, pray together, invite our children to the altar for a children's moment, listen to our church choir and guest musicians, plus enjoy a sermon.
On the first Sunday of the month we receive communion.
OUR MINISTRIES
Our ministries focus on
five core areas:
Christian Education
Youth/Teams
Nurturing Center
Elderlife
Surrounding Communities
SERVICES/MEETINGS
We offer space for those who are exploring art, scouting events, birthday parties and indoor sports. Our gym is perfect for bridal showers, and celebration of life ceremonies. For those in recovery, we welcome you to use our facilities for your meetings. Email us at: office@stjohnsgenoa.org
Upcoming Events
Food, fellowship and fun can all be had at St. John's UCC. Our parishioners are a friendly bunch, so don't be shy if it's your first time visiting.
KEY CONTACTS
FOR INFORMATION
Rev. Philip Balla
Pastor
pastor@stjohnsgenoa.org
Marsha Mihalko, treasurer
Julie Humbarger, secretary
Judy Peters, Consistory President
419-855-3906
RECURRING BI-MONTHLY/
QUARTERLY EVENTS
Every month play host to a myriad of meetings. Take for instance the weekly GrandLove program which supports grandparents who are raising their grandchildren.
It's not unusual to find out gym filled with scout troops, dart ball matches, an occasional art class, Ladies' Craft Night plus so much more!
Keep abreast of our latest events by following us on Facebook
(St. Johns UCC Genoa)
FELLOWSHIP
& FUN
One of the best ways to establish fellowship is through eating together. We have different groups sharing meals together like: Fun Bunch (for women 55+), the Men's Breakfast and The Incredibles (mixed group of those born before 1957). Breaking Bread is starting in 2025. This is where people who don't know each other can foster relationships over food - either at a church member's home or at a restaurant.
In addition, our Evangelism Team caters Team Eats for Genoa Junior and Senior High Sports teams.
