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08/28/2026

🌟 STAFF SPOTLIGHT: Mandy Segerstrom — “Sege” 🌟

Meet our amazing 4th grade teacher, Mandy Segerstrom, affectionately known as “Sege”! 💙 This is Mandy’s 6th year of teaching, and we are so blessed to have her as part of the St. John’s family!

👩‍🏫 Why St. John’s?
Mandy’s story is one of God’s perfect timing! As she was graduating, God provided an opening at St. John’s. Her own children had attended St. John’s, and she already knew it was a beautiful place. After interviewing, she was blessed with the 4th grade position—and she absolutely loves it! 🥰

🏡 Meet the Family
Mandy has an amazing hubby, Jon, and three beautiful kiddos: Esther (15), Jackson (14), and Mason (10). The Segerstrom family loves spending time together playing board games, watching cartoons and superheroes, and—most importantly—loving JESUS! ✝️❤️

🐾 The Pets
The family is also joined by Zelda, their labradoodle, and Demeter, their kitty, affectionately nicknamed “Dementor.” 🐶🐱

☕ Classroom Snack of Choice?
This one is hard to choose…but anything with CAFFEINE! 😂 Mandy loves iced coffee, Diet Pop (especially Diet Mountain Dew and the zero flavors), Alani Nu, and protein. We think she’s got the teacher fuel department covered!

📖 A Book Everyone Should Read
Mandy’s first answer: the Bible! ❤️
But she also recommends Till We Have Faces by C.S. Lewis. She describes it as being “like a mirror for the heart” and a book that is good for “chewing on.” What a wonderful recommendation!

🍎 Best Teaching Advice
“You set the tone of your classroom.”
Mandy also believes in prioritizing students over curriculum—a beautiful reminder that relationships and the hearts of our students matter deeply.

🦸‍♀️ If She Could Have Any Superpower…
She’d choose flying, so she could travel anywhere she wanted, anytime! ✈️

🌎 Dream Travel Destination
New Zealand! 🇳🇿 Why? So she could visit all the Lord of the Rings filming locations, of course! 💍🧙‍♂️

📜 Favorite Bible Verse
Philippians 4:8:
“Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about such things.”

Mandy, thank you for bringing your love for Jesus, your students, and your joy for teaching to St. John’s! We are so thankful God brought you here. 💙🍎✝️

We love our Sege! Help us give her a big St. John’s shout-out in the comments! 👏🎉

08/26/2026

St. John's had a fantastic first day yesterday! God's blessing on the best school year yet!

07/29/2026

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07/02/2026

Enjoy a fun family trip to Kalahari Resort at a great price all while supporting St. John’s!

Sunday, November 22nd and Monday, November 23rd. Stay one or both nights for $149 per night per family of four.

Book by October 24th.

Call and mention the St. John’s fundraiser or book online:
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06/22/2026

We still have a few spots available in both of our preschool classes! FULL DAY preschool for 3 year-olds, 4 year-olds, and Young 5's! Call today! 734-654-6366

06/14/2026

⛳ What a Day! ⛳

Our Golf Outing was a tremendous success, and we are filled with gratitude for everyone who helped make it such a memorable event.

Thank you to our golfers, sponsors, volunteers, and supporters who came together for a day of fun, fellowship, and friendly competition. Your generosity and enthusiasm made the day truly special.

From the first tee shot to the final raffle drawing, the course was filled with laughter, camaraderie, and a shared commitment to supporting the mission of St. John’s Lutheran Church and School.

Congrats to the winning foursome led by Brent Xerri, Team Welp!, who shot an impressive -14!

Men’s Longest Drive: Ed Jones
Women’s Longest Drive: RoseAnn Salajan
Men’s Closest to the Pin: Chris Schultz
Women’s Closest to the Pin: Erin Murphy

We are excited to share photos from the day and celebrate the amazing teams who joined us on the course. Be sure to tag your foursome and share your favorite memories from the outing!

Thank you for being part of such an incredible day. We are already looking forward to next year!

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05/08/2026

Fun Friday at St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church. What a great way to end the week.

05/05/2026

Join Our Team at St. John’s Lutheran School as a First Grade Teacher!

At St. John’s Lutheran Church and School, we are more than an educational institution—we are a faith community dedicated to nurturing the whole child. We invite passionate educators who want to inspire and guide students within a Christ-centered environment to join our ministry team. Here, your role as a teacher extends beyond the classroom, contributing to the spiritual and academic growth of our students in partnership with families and church leadership.

About the Role:
As a valued member of our professional staff, you will provide instruction aligned with our school’s mission and the guidelines set by the School Board. Your work will be integral to maintaining the strong connection between the school and the ministry of St. John’s Lutheran Church. This position requires a teacher who embodies Christian values, communicates effectively, and fosters a supportive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:
Promote and actively live out the mission, purpose, philosophy, and goals of St. John’s Lutheran School.
Collaborate with the pastor and principal to uphold the school’s role within the church’s mission and ministry.
Assess, plan, and direct student learning with a curriculum that is age-appropriate, Christ-centered, and faith-integrated.
Develop and implement classroom management and discipline strategies based on Christian principles using Gospel and Law.
Conduct student evaluations and organize parent-teacher conferences as scheduled.
Apply Matthew 18 in resolving conflicts with grace and understanding.
Complete all assigned duties including grade level teaching, staff collaboration, and co-curricular involvement.
Maintain timely completion of reports, records, and required documentation.
Participate actively in faculty devotions, meetings, and in-service training.
Engage fully in school and congregation life, including extracurricular activities and student supervision.
Ensure compliance with state-required records and reporting.
Take on additional tasks as assigned by the Principal or School Board.

Qualifications:
Hold a valid Michigan teaching certificate/license appropriate to the position.
Demonstrate a strong personal faith and model Christian values in conduct and communication.
Exhibit professionalism in appearance and interaction with students, staff, and parents.
Commit to working cooperatively with the entire school community to support student success.

How to Apply:
If you feel called to serve and inspire in a Christ-centered educational setting, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your application and credentials to the church or school office or to Mrs. Gurney by Monday, May 11, 2026. We look forward to welcoming a dedicated teacher who shares our commitment to faith and learning. [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]