Who are the people in the purple shirts?
You see us all the time. Now find out who we are.
STL Restoration Church is more than a place of worship—it is a ministry dedicated to restoring people struggling with drug addiction, individuals seeking freedom from prostitution and exploitation, and those leaving gang involvement to their families and communities. Rooted in the love of Jesus Christ, we believe that no life is beyond God’s reach and that every person deserves compassion, dignity, encouragement, and the opportunity for a new beginning. We offer separate Men’s and Women’s Ministry Homes where individuals who are ready to leave addiction behind can live in a safe, supportive, faith-centered environment free of charge for up to one year. We do not receive any state or federal funding; our ministry exists solely through generous donations and proceeds from outside work events. During their stay, residents have the opportunity to focus on healing, spiritual growth, personal responsibility, and rebuilding a strong foundation for a renewed future. We walk alongside individuals and families as they overcome life’s challenges, rebuild broken relationships, discover renewed purpose, and move toward lasting spiritual and personal growth. Through heartfelt worship, prayer, biblical teaching, community outreach, practical support programs, and a caring church family, we are committed to saving the lost in St. Louis and restoring hope where it has been broken. Our desire is to provide a welcoming place where people can experience God’s presence, receive strength for the journey, and become empowered to build healthy, productive, and faith-filled lives. We warmly invite you to visit STL Restoration Church, connect with our church family, and witness how faith in action is bringing healing, reconciliation, and positive change throughout our community. Together, we can restore lives, reunite families, strengthen neighborhoods, and share the life-changing love of Christ—one person at a time
Our Covenant
STL Restoration Church Covenant
We are called to glorify God by making disciples of Jesus Christ through Prayer, the faithful teaching of God's Word, Spirit-Empowered Worship, Compassionate Service, Intentional Evangelism and Authentic Community.
We pursue restoration because Christ restores. We pursue holiness because God is holy. We pursue people because Heaven rejoices over one sinner who repents.
We lead with humility, service with excellence, speak the truth in love, and remain faithful to the mission of "Saving the Lost at any Cost."
You’re Invited to Feed the Sheep—A Free Community Meal
Our Volunteers Make it Happen
Feed the Sheep is a heartfelt neighborhood ministry started by Leading Lady Donna Bell to share food, care, and the love of Christ with people in our community. If you or someone you know could use a warm meal, please come and allow us to serve you with kindness and dignity. You do not have to attend a worship service, join the church, or become a member to receive a meal. There is no pressure and no obligation—everyone is welcome, just as you are. Our only desire is to be a blessing and help meet a need. We look forward to serving you!
Weekly Focus Scripture
FOCUS SCRIPTURE FOR THE WEEK - Luke 19:10 Search & Rescue
(Amplified Bible - AMP)
10 “…for the Son of Man has come to seek and to save that which was lost.”
(International Standard Version - ISV)
10 “…and the Son of Man has come to seek and to save the lost.”
(King James Version - KJV)
10 For the Son of man is come to seek and to save that which was lost.
( The Voice - VOICE )
10 For the Son of Man came to seek and to liberate the lost.
Food for Thought
Luke 19:10 reveals the heart of Jesus: He came to search for people who are lost and bring them into a saving relationship with Him. Just as a rescuer goes after someone in danger, Jesus meets us in our confusion, brokenness, and sin with grace, forgiveness, and hope. We are never beyond His reach, and no life is too damaged for Him to restore. Because Christ lovingly sought us, we are also called to notice those who may feel forgotten, rejected, or far from God. Through prayer, kindness, encouragement, and sharing the good news, we can help others see the way back to Him. Food for thought: Are we making ourselves available to be found by Jesus, and are we helping Him reach someone else?
Teens Rooted in Christ Youth Ministry
Calling all teens ages 12–16—this is your place to connect, grow, discover your purpose, and have fun! Teens Rooted in Christ Youth Ministry provides a welcoming and encouraging environment where young people can deepen their relationship with Jesus, build meaningful friendships, and learn how God’s Word applies to everyday life. Through engaging Bible lessons, open discussions, prayer, worship, group activities, and practical teaching, teens are invited to ask honest questions and explore topics that matter to them, including identity, friendships, family relationships, school pressures, decision-making, overcoming challenges, and living with courage and integrity.
Every gathering is designed to help teens feel seen, valued, and supported as they grow spiritually and personally. Participants can express their creativity and develop their God-given gifts through opportunities such as the Drama Ministry and Dance Team. They can also enjoy interactive games, team-building activities, special events, community service projects, exciting outings, and memorable times of fellowship. Along the way, caring leaders encourage teens to support one another, make wise choices, strengthen their confidence, and become positive examples at home, at school, in church, and throughout the community.
Whether you have grown up in church, are beginning to explore your faith, or simply want a safe place to belong, you are welcome here. Come ready to learn, laugh, worship, serve, and create lasting memories with other teens who are growing in Christ. Bring a friend and join us for faith, friendship, purpose, and fun!
Want to support our youth ministry?
Want to support our youth ministry? You can make a tax-deductible donation through Cash App at $STLRCkidss. Your generosity helps us provide biblical resources, snacks, activities, and a caring environment where young people can learn about Jesus and thrive.
Lil Lambs Church: Little Hearts Growing in God’s Love
What is "Lil Lambs" Church?
Lil Lambs Church is a joyful, caring place where children can learn about Jesus, build friendships, and discover how much God loves them. While families worship, children enjoy age-appropriate Bible teaching, music, prayer, creative play, and hands-on activities in a welcoming environment. Every child is encouraged to participate, ask questions, and grow at their own pace.
Lil Lambs Kids Church | Ages 6–11
Children explore God’s Word through relatable stories and lively discussion. Lessons may include God Made Me Special, Jesus Loves Everyone, David Trusts God, The Good Samaritan, Daniel Chooses Courage, Jesus Calms the Storm, and the Fruit of the Spirit. Each gathering may feature praise and worship, a Bible story, memory-verse challenge, team game, craft, role-play, prayer, and a simple take-home family question. Children might create kindness cards, build a “faith shield,” complete a Bible scavenger hunt, act out a story, or work together on a service project. Simple snacks may include fruit cups, applesauce, cheese and crackers, pretzels, or animal crackers.
Lil Lambs Nursery | Ages 0–5 Available During Sunday Service
Our nursery offers gentle, loving care with simple truths little ones can understand: God made me, Jesus loves me, God is with me, and I can be kind. Babies receive attentive care, soothing worship music, and safe sensory play. Toddlers and preschoolers enjoy short Bible stories, action songs, prayer, coloring, stacking and sorting, bubbles, puppets, and easy crafts. Activities may include matching animals for Noah’s ark, placing felt stars in the sky, making a heart collage, or marching around Jericho with soft instruments. Snacks for children who are ready for table foods may include applesauce, yogurt, soft fruit prepared for the child’s stage, or other parent-approved options. Infants follow parent-provided feeding instructions.
A Partnership with Families
We want every parent and caregiver to feel informed and confident. Please share allergies, dietary needs, feeding instructions, and any helpful care information at check-in. Snacks are supervised and chosen with age and development in mind; substitutions may be provided when needed. Children under age four receive foods prepared in safe sizes and textures, and all children remain seated while eating. Ask our ministry team about current lesson themes, classroom procedures, and ways to volunteer. Come grow with us—there is a place for every little lamb!
Want to support our youth ministry?
You can make a tax-deductible donation through Cash App at $STLRCkidss. Your generosity helps us provide biblical resources, snacks, activities, and a caring environment where young people can learn about Jesus and thrive.
Teens Rooted in Christ & Lil Lambs - Serving Others
Help Restore a Life and Renew a Future
Your gift can help someone facing addiction find safety, healing, and hope through our free ministry homes. Every donation helps keep our doors open and restore lives and families. Please prayerfully consider giving through Cash App at $SavingtheLost1s. Eligible gifts may be tax-deductible.
Church Weekly Guide
Join us for Monday Prayer Night at 7:00 pm!
Come worship, pray, and be renewed with us every Monday at 7:00 p.m. We’ll enjoy uplifting praise and worship, then unite in prayer around our Weekly Focus Scripture. For the week of August 23, our focus is Luke 24:45–49—a powerful reminder that Jesus opens our understanding, calls us to be His witnesses, and equips us with power from on high. Come expecting encouragement, connection, and a fresh move of God! Need prayer? Click the link below:
Tuesday - The Set Harp & Bowl Worship at 7:00 pm
Come experience a powerful time of worship and prayer as musicians and prayer leaders unite spontaneous music, Scripture, and intercession. Inspired by Revelation 5:8, Harp and Bowl worship beautifully brings together musical praise and the prayers of God’s people. Each month, we focus on one Apostolic Key Scripture, allowing God’s Word to guide our worship, shape our prayers, and strengthen our faith. Join us as we lift our voices, seek God together, and make room for His presence! Need a ride to any church service? Click the link below:
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Wednesday Night Blasting! at 6:00 pm
Come take the Gospel beyond the church walls and into the community! We gather at different locations to share powerful personal testimonies of overcoming addiction and other life challenges, offer prayer, and bring hope to individuals and families. Join us as we connect with people, serve our community, and share the life-changing love of Jesus Christ with those who need it most! Call us at (314) 757-3899 to find out the location.
Get Ready to Grow — Join Us for Thursday Night at 7:00 pm
Come enjoy uplifting praise and worship as we explore God’s Word together! Thursday Night Bible Study is a welcoming place to gain a deeper understanding of Scripture, ask questions, connect with others, and strengthen your faith. Bring your Bible, invite a friend, and come ready to learn, grow, and be encouraged! Need a ride to any church service? Click the link below:
Join Us for Sunday Celebration at 11:00 a.m.!
You are warmly invited to worship with us at our joyful, non-denominational Sunday Celebration! Come experience uplifting praise, a welcoming church family, and the uncompromising Word of God. Whether you are visiting for the first time or looking for a church home, there is a place for you here. Everyone is welcome, and you don't have to dress up—simply come as you are and dress comfortably. We look forward to celebrating with you! Need a ride to any church service? Click the link below:
You’re Invited to Our Monthly Food Pantry - Every 3rd Saturday
If you or your family could use a helping hand, we warmly invite you to visit our Food Pantry on the third Saturday of each month from 12:00–2:00 p.m. Our next pantry date is October 17, 2026. Whether you need monthly support or emergency assistance, we are here to serve you with care and compassion. Please register using the link below.
You’re Invited to Feed the Sheep Our Free Community Meal—Every 4th Sunday!
Come enjoy a free meal, warm fellowship, and prayer if you would like it. Everyone is welcome, and you do not need to attend the worship service to share a meal with us. We would love to see you! Next date for Feed the Sheep is September 27, 2026 at 12 noon.
The Set - Intercessory Prayer
Prayer Focus for October 2026 - Acts 4:24 & 26-31
Prayer for impartation of Holy Spirit boldness through the release of signs and wonders
Acts 4:24 & 26-31 (New King James Version - NKJV)
24…they raised their voice to God with one accord and said: “Lord, You are God, who made heaven and earth and the sea,…26The kings of the earth took their stand, And the rulers were gathered together against the Lord and against His Christ. 27 “For truly against Your holy Servant Jesus, whom You anointed, both Herod and Pontius Pilate, with the Gentiles and the people of Israel, were gathered together 28 to do whatever Your hand and Your purpose determined before to be done. 29 Now, Lord, look on their threats, and GRANT TO YOUR SERVANTS THAT WITH ALL BOLDNESS THEY MAY SPEAK YOUR WORD, 30 BY STRETCHING OUT YOUR HAND TO HEAL, AND THAT SIGNS AND WONDERS MAY BE DONE through the name of Your holy Servant Jesus.” 31And when they had prayed, the place where they were assembled together was shaken; and they were all filled with the Holy Spirit, and they spoke the word of God with boldness.
Acts 4:24 & 26-31 (New Living Translation - NLT)
24 …all the believers lifted their voices together in prayer to God: “O Sovereign Lord, Creator of heaven and earth, the sea, and everything in them. 26 The kings of the earth prepared for battle; the rulers gathered together against the LORD and against his Messiah. 27 “In fact, this has happened here in this very city! For Herod Antipas, Pontius Pilate the governor, the Gentiles, and the people of Israel were all united against Jesus, your holy servant, whom you anointed. 28 But everything they did was determined beforehand according to your will. 29 And now, O Lord, hear their threats, and give us, your servants, great boldness in preaching your word. 30 Stretch out your hand with healing power; may miraculous signs and wonders be done through the name of your holy servant Jesus.” 31 After this prayer, the meeting place shook, and they were all filled with the Holy Spirit. Then they preached the word of God with boldness.
Acts 4:24 & 26-31 (The Voice - VOICE)
24 The whole community responded with this prayer to God: Community of Believers: God, our King, You made the heaven and the earth and the sea and everything they contain. 26 The kings of the earth took their stand; their rulers assembled in opposition against the Eternal One and His Anointed King. 27This is exactly what has happened among us, here in this city. The foreign ruler Pontius Pilate and the Jewish ruler Herod, along with their respective peoples, have assembled in opposition to Your holy servant Jesus, the One You chose. 28 They have done whatever Your hand and plan predetermined should happen. 29 And now, Lord, take note of their intimidations intended to silence us. Grant us, Your servants, the courageous confidence we need to go ahead and proclaim Your message 30 while You reach out Your hand to heal people, enabling us to perform signs and wonders through the name of Your holy servant Jesus. 31 They finished their prayer, and immediately the whole place where they had gathered began to shake. All the disciples were filled with the Holy Spirit, and they began speaking God’s message with courageous confidence.
Acts 4:24 & 26-31 (Amplified Bible - AMP)
24 And when they heard it, they raised their voices together to God and said, “O Sovereign Lord [having complete power and authority], it is You who made the heaven and the earth and the sea, and everything that is in them 26 ‘The kings of the earth took their stand [to attack], And the rulers were assembled together Against the Lord and against His Anointed (the Christ, the Messiah).’ 27 For in this city there were gathered together against Your holy Servant Jesus, whom You anointed, both Herod and Pontius Pilate, along with the Gentiles and the peoples of Israel, 28 to do whatever Your hand and Your purpose predestined [before the creation of the world] to occur [and so without knowing it, they served Your own purpose]. 29 And now, Lord, observe their threats [take them into account] and grant that Your bond-servants may declare Your message [of salvation] with great confidence, 30 while You extend Your hand to heal, and signs and wonders (attesting miracles) take place through the name [and the authority and power] of Your holy Servant and Son Jesus.” 31 And when they had prayed, the place where they were meeting together was shaken [a sign of God’s presence]; and they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak the word of God with boldness and courage.
Summary of Acts 4:24 & 26-31
The Believers Pray for Boldness (4:23–31)
- Reporting Back: Peter and John return to the other believers to share what happened.
- Unified Prayer: The group lifts their voices in prayer, acknowledging God's sovereignty and asking for boldness to keep speaking the word in the face of threats.
- The Response: The meeting place shakes, and they are filled anew with the Holy Spirit.
Weekly Prayer Points
Week 1 — Pray in Unity and Honor God’s Sovereignty
Sovereign Lord, unite our hearts and voices in prayer. Help us remember that You created heaven, earth, the sea, and everything in them. Teach us to trust Your complete authority and purpose, even when we face opposition. (Acts 4:24, 26–28)
Week 2 — Pray for Courageous Boldness
Lord, take notice of every threat and intimidation meant to silence Your people. Fill us with holy courage and confidence so that we may speak Your Word clearly, faithfully, and without fear. (Acts 4:29)
Week 3 — Pray for Healing, Signs, and Wonders
Father, stretch out Your hand to heal and let signs and wonders be done through the powerful name of Jesus. May every miracle point people to Christ, strengthen their faith, and bring glory to You. (Acts 4:30)
Week 4 — Pray for A Fresh Filling of the Holy Spirit
Holy Spirit, fill us afresh with Your presence and power. Shake away fear, renew our faith, and enable us to proclaim God’s message with boldness, courage, and unwavering obedience. (Acts 4:31)
Call to Action for This Month
This month, pray in unity, trust God in every circumstance, rely on the Holy Spirit for courage, and share the gospel or an encouraging Scripture each week.