St. John's Lutheran Church

A Center for Mission in the Heart of the City

(515) 243-7691

Welcome to St. John’s Lutheran Church, a member of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America! We are glad that you are here - whether as a new resident seeking a church home, as someone visiting Des Moines and seeking a place to worship, or as a neighbor yearning for a place to rest and pray. The arms of Christ are open to all, and we seek to be a community that embodies that same hospitality in the heart of Des Moines.

Fine Arts

Performing Arts Series

The performing arts events are held in the sanctuary of St. John's. All events are open to the public and a freewill offering will be gathered at each event.

Midweek Music

For almost 20 years, St. John’s Lutheran Church in downtown Des Moines has hosted a Midweek Music Series, featuring the best in music that Des Moines has to offer. Each week at 12:05, a 25-minute concert, free and open to the public, takes place in the beautiful, stained glass-lit neo-gothic sanctuary located on the corner of Sixth and Watson Powell. After the concert, audience members are invited to head downstairs to meet with friends old and new, over a light lunch, priced at $6.00.

Fine Arts

Performing Arts Series

Midweek Music

Artist of the Month

Upcoming Events