Faith comes from hearing, and hearing through the word of Christ.

  Let’s Get Real! God is sovereign over all things in heaven and on earth. In terms of the latter, doubts inevitably arise due to the chaotic events of our world and when we experience difficulties in life, especially because we bear the Name of Jesus. Admittedly, our experiences are minor compared to other Christians living elsewhere in the world. Even though these things can be unnerving, they are to be expected. In today’s passage from 1st Peter chapter 4, the Apostle Peter provides much needed comfort and council for God’s people of every age who face persecution for the sake of Jesus.  

 Let’s Get Real! There are two sides to the freedoms we enjoy as Americans. They are privilege and responsibility. As a whole, we make much of the former and little of the latter. Too often, the same is true of our freedom in Christ. That is to say, we elevate the privilege of being numbered among those who belong to God. Sadly, though, we are apt to downplay our responsibility of declaring what great things God has done for us in Christ Jesus and desires to do for all. As those who are free in Christ Jesus, may we be enabled to enjoy our privilege and embrace our responsibility. 

 Let’s Get Real! This is an apropos summary of St. Peter’s first letter. In it, he details the real change we have undergone and the changes we are experiencing, especially amid trials. This change and these changes are the REAL work of God’s grace for us in and with Christ Jesus our Lord. We will be exploring some of these changes (i.e. acts of grace) today and in the coming weeks.   

 Today, we observe the Day of Pentecost. Jesus promised not to leave us as orphans (John 14:18). True to His Word, He has come to us via the gift of the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit enables us to believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and know God as Father. The Holy Spirit also unites us together, gifts us for the common good and uses us to encourage one another as the Day of our Lord’s return approaches. As part of our celebration this morning, Max Vaughan will undergo the Rite of Confirmation. We give thanks to the Holy Spirit for His sanctifying work in Max's life. Ours too! 

 We ponder today the great mystery of God—that God is one and that this one God is three persons. The liturgy in its proclamation focuses on the divine mystery of the triune God—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. The Holy Trinity is not so much truth to be understood as it is truth to be confessed. We confess the Father from whom all things come, the Son who is the incarnate Lord Jesus Christ, and the Spirit who proceeds from the Father through the Son. Throughout the centuries of the Christian Church, the confession of the Holy Trinity has been a hallmark of faithful believers. We sing of the Trinity and, with the profound words of the Athanasian Creed, we confess the Holy Trinity to be the one true God. 

   Happy Mother’s Day! In our ongoing series on the “one another” passages in the New Testament, we will consider a passage that honors and exemplifies the influential women in our lives – past and present. They were/are kind, tenderhearted and forgiving. (Ephesians 4:32) 

  This is week four in our series on the “one another” passages in the New Testament. Since we share the same baptism, faith, hope and Father, we are “IN” this together. The New Testament provides ample counsel regarding how we are to work with, love and encourage one another as we live lives of faith in our Risen Savior Jesus Christ. Today, prayer is in the ‘spotlight’. Pray for one another. 

  This is week two in our series on the “one another” passages in the New Testament. Since we share the same baptism, faith, hope and Father, we are “IN” this together. The New Testament provides ample counsel regarding how we are to work with, love and encourage one another as we live lives of faith in our Risen Savior Jesus Christ.  

 Throughout the season of Lent, we have devoted our midweek services to exploring Luther’s Small Catechism. Each week we’ve considered one of the six chief parts. As our Lenten journey quickly comes to a close, we turn our attention to the Lord’s Supper, a fitting topic for Maundy Thursday 

 Today is Palm Sunday. It is a festive occasion for us, a day of great celebration. We remember with grateful hearts the singular purpose of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ; for us and for our salvation, He entered into Jerusalem so that He might be obedient unto death, even death by crucifixion. As we raise our palms, let us lift high the Name of Jesus, the Name that is above all names! 

 Today, in our ongoing series on Mark’s Gospel, Jesus takes note of those giving offerings at the temple. Most give out of their abundance. One gives out of her poverty. In giving all she had, the woman demonstrated true faith. But is there more to the story? Today, we will find out! 

Dr. Martin Luther's Small Catechism has been associated with the season of Lent since 1529. Many congregations have the longstanding tradition of reviewing one of the Six Chief Parts of the Catechism each week. Tonight we will consider the Lord's Prayer

Dr. Martin Luther's Small Catechism has been associated with the season of Lent since 1529. Many congregations have the longstanding tradition of reviewing one of the Six Chief Parts of the Catechism each week. Tonight we will consider the Third Article of the Apostles' Creed - The role of the Holy Spirit.

This is The First Sunday IN (not of) Lent. The ’40 Days of Lent’ do not include Sundays. However, to highlight this season, many of the Alleluias and Glorias are reserved for later after the Resurrection. As a penitential season you are encouraged to join us on Wednesdays to reflect on our faith and the forgiveness, we receive through our Saviour Jesus the Christ.

Special thanks to Pastor Ernie for officiating.

 What occurred on the Mount of Transfiguration is nothing short of stunning. The sights and sounds are unforgettable. The presence of Moses and Elijah are telling. Jesus’ Transfiguration, the cloud, the voice from Heaven, “This is My beloved Son; listen to Him” (Mark 9:7), all make the same stunning revelation. Jesus is the Son of God. He is the One foretold by Moses and the prophets. He is the One who will glorify the Father in His sufferings and death so that we might share in Jesus’ glory forever and ever.  

 “The beginning of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God.” With these words, St. Mark begins his gospel account. With these words, we begin a New Year, a year in which we will explore some of the fundamental questions about Jesus. In today’s text, we see that the teachers of the law ask a good question. However, the answer they provide is a ‘bad’ one. Jesus aids them and us by providing the correct answer and indisputable proof of His true identity.  

 “The beginning of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God.” With these words, St. Mark begins his gospel account. With these words, we begin a New Year, a year in which we will explore some of the fundamental questions about Jesus. In today’s text, we see that Jesus is the One who ushers in the Kingdom of God. As King, He calls us to repent and believe the Good News. .

 As we close out 2023, we gather as the people of God to give thanks to the Lord for His unfailing love. In word and carol, we will remember and rejoice in God's great goodness to us, especially in the gift of His beloved Son, Jesus Christ, in whom we have received forgiveness, peace, joy and life everlasting. 

We apologize for the delay. You can view the Service bulletin below. 

Welcome to the season of waiting! Not only is Advent a period of preparation to celebrate Jesus’ first coming at Christmas, but this sacred season readies our hearts for Jesus’ ultimate coming: when He, as King of kings and Lord of lords, returns in power on the Last Day, when every knee will bow before Him and every eye will see Him as the One who reigns in sovereign majesty over all things. Until the arrival of that glorious Day, how are we to wait? That’s what we will explore together during the Sundays in Advent. Today, we see that we are to wait in His Peace. 

Welcome to the season of waiting! Not only is Advent a period of preparation to celebrate Jesus’ first coming at Christmas, but this sacred season readies our hearts for Jesus’ ultimate coming: when He, as King of kings and Lord of lords, returns in power on the Last Day, when every knee will bow before Him and every eye will see Him as the One who reigns in sovereign majesty over all things. Until the arrival of that glorious Day, how are we to wait? That’s what we will explore together during the Sundays in Advent. Today, we see that we are to wait in His Hope.  

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 Let’s Get Real! As we continue our journey through 1st Peter, we arrive at the first THEREFORE. (There are seven of them.) Having made the case for our salvation (God’s guaranteed work for us in Christ and IN us), the Apostle Peter begins to layout the ‘so what’ of our salvation. We have been born again through the resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ to live anew … to live life in a new way. May we be enabled to pursue this new way of living with great vigor, joy and confidence.