Everyone is searching for something. Forgiveness, hope, family, purpose, connections, help, redemption…

THE LIST IS ENDLESS, BUT THE ANSWER IS SIMPLE.

 
Jesus! God’s gift, given to every person, regardless of your history, no matter your current situation, with a promise of a blessed future.
 
Just COME & SEE!
 
         
 
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Located at: 508 Jefferson St. 
St. Joe IN 46721 
 
 

Who We Are

St. Joe Church of Christ is here to CONNECT people with God and each other, to provide an atmosphere where we can GROW our faith in God, and to SERVE one another in the name of Christ.

 What We Believe

1. St. Joe Church of Christ is a congregation that recognizes the Bible as God’s inspired and authoritative word (2 Timothy 3:16).
 
2. We believe that Jesus Christ is God’s only son and that He is literally God in the flesh; becoming a man after already existing as God in Heaven (John 1:1,14; Philippians 2:6-11; Colossians 1:17).
 
3. We believe that Jesus died on the cross, on purpose, so that He might be the perfect sacrifice for our sins (Romans 5:1-8).
 
4. We believe that Jesus rose from the dead on the third day after He was crucified. His resurrection demonstrated His power over death and validated His words and ministry (1 Corinthians 15:3-7).
 
5. We believe that Jesus will return some day to take us to be with Him in Heaven, and that He will reign with absolute power and authority (Matthew 24:36-44, 1 Thessalonians 4:16,17).
 
6. We believe that a person needs to accept Jesus Christ to be saved from sin and to go to Heaven (John 3:16; 14:6).
 
7. We believe the way to be saved is found in the Bible. It says that a person must hear and believe that Jesus is God’s Son (Romans 10:14); they must understand that they have fallen short of God’s Glory by sinning against God (Romans 3:23); they must realize that they cannot make it to heaven on their own merits: it is by God’s grace that we are given the opportunity to be saved (Ephesians 2:8,9; Romans 6:23); they must confess their belief in Christ and be willing to place their trust in Him (Romans 10:11); they must be baptized (immersion) into Christ for the forgiveness of their sins and the gift of the Holy Spirit (Acts 2:38; Matthew 28:19; Romans 6:3-7).
 
8. We believe the Holy Spirit indwells true believers and acts as a Counselor, Comforter, Teacher, Developer of spiritual fruits and Giver of spiritual gifts (John 14:25,26; Galatians 5:22,23; I Corinthians 12:4-6; Ephesians 4:11-13).

9. We believe the church is God’s people (Matthew 16:18), consisting of those who are saved in Christ. The church is to give glory to God in worship (Ephesians 5:19,20); to evangelize (Matthew 28:19); and to teach the believers how to bring glory and honor to Jesus in their lifestyles (Ephesians 4:5), recognizing Him as Head of the church (Ephesians 5:23).

 
We know that is a lot to take in, so just
Come & See!

Church Leaders

Preaching Minister:

Donny Goff
Donny has been in ministry since 1997. He and his wife, Casy, have three children. Morgan is grown and married. Brady and Austin attend DeKalb Eastern schools and are active in the marching band programs. The family enjoys games and movies, as well as trips to zoos and aquariums. Donny is an avid aquarium keeper, something his wife calls an obsession. This obsession has spilled over into ornamental ponds as well. He is also a fan of reading, and enjoys sci-fi. Donny is not shy and you will find he is an open book about all that God has done in and through his life. From mistakes to triumphs, he gives all the credit to God, and wants to help others grow in the relationship with Christ.

You can connect with Donny via Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

Associate Minister:

Dustin Cross
Dustin graduated in 2012 from Central Christian College Of The Bible but has been involved in ministry since 2006. Dustin is married to  Tianna and they are excited for what the future has in store for them in St. Joe. They are the proud parents of a furry little one named Brodie… Yes he is a  dog! Dustin  has a vast array of interests which include music, art, pizza, Nerf, and Legos, just to name a few. Dustin loves to have fun and loves to get people involved in that fun. He looks forward to building relationships with the people in the church and community and wants to help them realize God’s great love for them and discover what that means for their loves.
 

Intern Minister:

Craig Petermen

I am a student at Central Christian College of the Bible. My future goals are to be a preacher and church leader, which are two of the things I am learning more about while I am at St. Joe Church of Christ. I am a fourth generation preacher and have supplied preach at over a dozen churches and parachurch ministries primarily in Central Missouri and North East Indiana. I will be graduating from Central with my Bachelor’s in May 2022. Past ministries I have been involved with besides CCCB, are Lake James Christian Camp and Cedar Creek Church. I was a dishwasher and staff supervisor at the camp and a youth ministry intern at Cedar Creek. I have a heart and passion for serving the Lord. Some personal information about me. I was born in Laharp, Illinois during my parents first ministry. I have two siblings, a brother and a sister. I also have a beautiful Christian girlfriend whom I’ve dated for over two years. I currently reside in Grabill, Indiana. In what little free time I have, I love to hang out with my girlfriend, play disc golf and softball, watch about any sport, and eat good barbeque. And my favorite breakfast cereal is Apple Jacks.
 

Elders

     Carlyle Holman
     Rod Laux
     Jerry Storer
     Jerry Markle
     Allen Holman     

Deacons

    Merle Delagrange
    Jason Holman
    Mike Mills
    Larry Yoder
    Les Yoder
    Joe Prosser
 

Treasurer

     Sheila Holman
 
Secretary
     Casy Goff

 PAST  SERMONS

 Audio Playlists

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Jul 4, 2021
Scattered: Cornelius
By: Craig Petermen
Series: Past Sermons
Today, as we continue through the book of Acts, we are again with Peter as he ministered to the people along the coast and in Joppa. We are going to see a major shift in the Christian faith, that may seem normal today but was unprecedented in Peter's time. So let get started in Acts chapter 10 & 11. #stjoecofc #ComeAndSee #Destination2021 #Scattered Check out our YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/StJoeChurchofChrist
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  • Jul 4, 2021Scattered: Cornelius
    Jul 4, 2021
    Scattered: Cornelius
    By: Craig Petermen
    Series: Past Sermons
    Today, as we continue through the book of Acts, we are again with Peter as he ministered to the people along the coast and in Joppa. We are going to see a major shift in the Christian faith, that may seem normal today but was unprecedented in Peter's time. So let get started in Acts chapter 10 & 11. #stjoecofc #ComeAndSee #Destination2021 #Scattered Check out our YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/StJoeChurchofChrist
  • Jul 1, 2021Father’s Day 2021
    Jul 1, 2021
    Father’s Day 2021
    By: Donny Goff
    Series: Past Sermons
    Happy Father's Day. We are so blessed to have men who step up and fill the role God created. 
  • Jun 20, 2021Scattered: Dorcas
    Jun 20, 2021
    Scattered: Dorcas
    By: Donny Goff
    Series: Past Sermons
    Who is Dorcas and why did Luke feel compelled by the Spirit to include her in the chronicle of the early church? Here's a little historical perspective on this woman of God. Join us for Acts chapter 9. #stjoecofc #ComeAndSee #Destination2021 #Scattered Check out our YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/StJoeChurchofChrist
  • Jun 13, 2021Scattered: Philip
    Jun 13, 2021
    Scattered: Philip
    By: Donny Goff
    Series: Past Sermons

    How do you do when it comes to sharing the good news about Jesus? For some people sharing the good news about Jesus is very natural. It comes easy for them. But for others, they find it very difficult. They get tongue-tied and nervous. They even worry that we might say the wrong thing. Yet, we all know we should say something. We know that God has changed us, and because of that, we know He can help others as well. We want to be a witness to this difference Jesus has caused in us. We are going through a sermon series called Scattered. The early church was growing fast, but encountered some troubles. When persecution came, the believers scattered. But as they scattered they kept telling people bout Jesus. Join us for Acts chapter 8.

    #stjoecofc #ComeAndSee #Destination2021 #Scattered

    Check out our YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/StJoeChurchofChrist

  • May 30, 2021Scattered
    May 30, 2021
    Scattered
    By: Donny Goff
    Series: Past Sermons
    It has been a rough year and a half. So many things have been happening, and so many of those things are not good. We have had a pandemic full of fear and control. We have had riots or protests. Political division. Medical division. Promoting of immoral behavior. Lack of transparency. There have been lots of changes in this covid era, even more in the post-covid world. How we work, go to the dr., shop, visit with folks, go to school, even “go to church” has dramatically changed. We did not willingly make most of those changes. And it has been difficult. For the most part, humans are adaptable, and we have accepted the changes we need to make, even if we do it reluctantly. The past year has seen the church "scattered" from our traditional routines and practices. What do we do now? Far too often the church only acts when it is required by external circumstances. We have been “scattered” away from our routine and reliance on the church building. Our traditional and comfortable ways of “doing church” have been disrupted and we have had to develop new ways of achieving eternal goals. What does God’s word have to say about the church that had been SCATTERED?
     
    #stjoecofc #ComeAndSee #Destination2021 #Scattered Check out our YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/StJoeChurchofChrist
  • May 23, 2021Troubles or the Church: Choosing the Wrong Side
    May 23, 2021
    Troubles or the Church: Choosing the Wrong Side
    By: Donny Goff
    Series: Past Sermons
    For the last several Sundays, we have been looking at troubles and the church. We have seen several troubles that have tried in invade the church, or hinder the church. Today Stephen is going to show us that we have a choice. What we have in chapter 7 is the longest sermon in the entire book of Acts. We were first introduced to Stephen in chapter 6. He is one the deacons selected to fulfill a ministry task so the church leaders could focus on preaching, teaching and prayer. Join us as we find out what Stephen has to say. #stjoecofc #ComeAndSee #Destination2021 #TroublesandtheChurch
  • May 16, 2021MOTHERS WHO MAKE A DIFFERENCE
    May 16, 2021
    MOTHERS WHO MAKE A DIFFERENCE
    By: Donny Goff
    Series: Past Sermons
    Mother’s Day. Mother’s make a difference in our lives. Join us as we look the biblical view of motherhood and how we can learn from them. #stjoecofc #ComeAndSee #Destination2021
  • May 9, 2021Troubles and the Church: A Growing Church
    May 9, 2021
    Troubles and the Church: A Growing Church
    By: Donny Goff
    Series: Past Sermons
    As we continue our sermon series Trouble and the church, we see here that the church once again has a problem. This passage is one many have heard preached, repeatedly. But what do we do? Skip it? Touch on it a bit and move on? Or choose to break it down and see what God wants St Joe Church of Christ to hear. Join us as we look at Acts 6. #stjoecofc #ComeAndSee #Destination2021 #TroublesandtheChurch
  • May 2, 2021Troubles and the Church: Staying on Target
    May 2, 2021
    Troubles and the Church: Staying on Target
    By: Donny Goff
    Series: Past Sermons
    There are troubles that happen whenever people get together. We have looked at a few troubles in the church so far. Troubles that started within the church. Today we are going to see a trouble that was outside of the church, and tried to work its way in. A real church, a church that is healthy with Christians growing in their faith, does not get to go through life unopposed. This is a fact that was seen even in the earliest church. Join us as we continue our study of Acts 5. #stjoecofc #ComeAndSee #Destination2021 #TroublesandtheChurch
  • Apr 25, 2021Troubles and the Church: Going Through The Motions
    Apr 25, 2021
    Troubles and the Church: Going Through The Motions
    By: Donny Goff
    Series: Past Sermons
    Do you sometimes just go through the motions? Work. School. Do you ever go through the motions of church? As we continue our study through the book of Acts, we now come to several events that showcase troubles in the church. Last week we looked at how the church handled being told to stay silent, to stop preaching and teaching about Jesus. Today we are going to see a very odd trouble in the church and how the church responded. #stjoecofc #ComeAndSee #Destination2021 #TroublesandtheChurch Check out our YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/StJoeChurchofChrist
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Calendar of events

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OUR MISSIONS

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Golden Years Homestead

8300 Maysville Road
Ft Wayne, IN 46815
Phone: 260.749.9655
 
 

Woodburn Christian Children’s Home

24902 Notesine Rd.
Woodburn, IN 46797
Phone: 260.632.5551
 

Lake James Christian

Camp & Retreat Center

1880 West 275 North
Angola, IN 46703
Phone: 260.833.9933
 
 

Christian Campus House

Trine University

400 South College St.
Angola, IN 46703
Phone: 260.665.6771

Blessed Portion Ministries

PO Box 188 
Garrett, IN 46738
Email: theblessedportionministries@gmail.com
 

Hearten House

PO Box 807
Auburn IN 46706
Email: heartenhouse@dciconline.org
 

Inspiration Ministries

138 E. 7th St.
Auburn IN 46706
Email: info@inspiration-ministries.org
 

GIVE

Our God is a God of abundance and He loves to give. He sacrificed willingly on the cross and then invited us into fullness of life. As His children, we are called to imitate Him. Our generosity in giving is a demonstration of God’s character and a response to what He has done for us.

Student Ministries

*Youth Group is breaking for the summer months. We will back in September!*
 
PARENTS! Please take this quick survey to help us know what speakers to invite for our Youth Group Parents Edition in August! Click HERE!

Jr. High Ignite

Tuesday Evenings 6:30pm-8:30pm  | 6th-8th grade
AT THE CHURCH.

Sr. High Amplify

Tuesday Evenings 6:30pm-8:30pm  |  9th-12th grade
AT THE CHURCH.
Do to schedule conflicts, times for youth group do change. Be sure to check the calendar for an accurate time and date of each youth group. 
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UPCOMING YOUTH EVENTS:

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A Christ Based Ministry of

St. Joe Church of Christ

 
Co-Directors & Teachers:
       Jacki Yoder & Arielle Graber
 
Teacher: Tianna Cross
OFFERING:
  • VERY EXPERIENCED STAFF
  • INDOOR PLAY AREA
  • 3 & 4 YR. OLD CLASS (Tuesday-Thursday)
  • 4 & 5 YR. OLD CLASS (Monday, Wednesday & Friday)
  • CLOSELY FOLLOW DEKALB EASTERN SCHEDULE
WE DO:
  • CONSTRUCTION
  • INTERACTIVE LEARNING
  • SMART BOARD LESSONS
  • CREATIVE PLAY
  • EARLY LITERACY
  • DISCOVERY
  • AND MUCH MORE!

*This class is currently full. Please contact the preschool at 260-337-0442 to see if there is any availability. 

Monday-Wednesday-Friday

8:45a-12:30p
Ages 4 & 5 year old’s- Offering Kindergarten Readiness. $75 per month
 

*This class is currently full. Please contact the preschool at 260-337-0442 to see if there is any availability. 

Tuesday-Thursday

9:00a-12:30p
Ages 3 & 4 year old’s- Offering Intro To Pre-K
$63 per month
 
We would love to have your child attend our school! At this time registration is closed. If you are interested in your child attending, please contact the preschool and see if an opening is available. Thank you!
 

 

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SOME OF OUR LITTLE JOES
 

 Just Come & See!

Connect With Us

Sunday School
Sunday @ 9am

Worship Service
Sundays @ 10am

Telephone
260.337.0442

Email
stjoecofc@gmail.com

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