Welcome to Saint James Lutheran

146 N Main St • Glen Carbon IL

Sunday at 9 am

About our church Online worship services

Game Night & Snacks

Join us for a Game Night on January 18th at 6:00 PM. For more information, please contact Jen Weber at jen@saintjamesglencarbon.org

SID Junior High Youth District Conference

Designed for Junior High students, this day of learning and fun takes place at Metro East Lutheran High School. The cost is $25 per person. Lunch is provided (please note if you have dietary needs in online registration.) Doors open at 8am for registration...

The Star – Second Sunday after Christmas

The Star led the Magi to worship the baby Jesus–just as we are led to worship Him

Liturgist and Preacher: Pastor Bill Engfehr; Reader: William Ellington

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.

Discovering Christianity Class – New Class Starting January 18, 2026

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

When: Every Sunday, beginning January 18, 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.

Game Night & Snacks

Join us for a Game Night on January 18th at 6:00 PM. For more information, please contact Jen Weber at jen@saintjamesglencarbon.org

SID Junior High Youth District Conference

Discovering Christianity Class – New Class Starting January 18, 2026

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

When: Every Sunday, beginning January 18, 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.

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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!