The History of St. John Lutheran

The first German families arrived in the Village of Cleveland in 1830 settling on Superior and Lorain Avenues. In 1843, Zion Church was formed and joined the Missouri Synod. They began meeting in Concert Hall on Superior. In 1851 Rev. Heinrich C. Schwan was called from Missouri to pastor the church. Schwan held mission services in the southern part of Euclid Township at the crossroads settlement now known as South Euclid. In 1853 the first St. John Lutheran Church, SE was built by it’s members.

Our Mission

‘We are a Christian congregation inspired by God's Word to make a lasting impact on your life, in our community and in the world through worship, education, outreach, service and fellowship.’

Bible Study every Sunday at !0:00 in Fellowship Hall located in the lower level of the church.