Midweek Advent Worship (November 30)

We have another opportunity to prepare for Jesus' coming this Advent season.  Tomorrow night we have our only Wednesday evening service.  The time is 6:30 PM.

We will meditate on David's words in Psalm 27:1,13,14 with the theme:  Wait for the Lord.

The LORD is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear?  The LORD is the stronghold of my life—of whom shall I be afraid? … I am still confident of this:  I will see the goodness of the LORD in the land of the living.  Wait for the LORD; be strong and take heart and wait for the LORD.

Happy Advent!

Anticipating Worship (November 27)

First Sunday in Advent


Worship Focus:  Jesus is coming:  Walk in the light.

Scripture Readings:
Isaiah 2:1-5
Psalm 18
Romans 13:11-14
Matthew 24:36-44

Sermon Meditation:  Matthew 24:36-44

Be Ready!
1.  Jesus teaches when
2.  Jesus tells how

Prayer of the Day:  Stir up your power, O Lord, and come.  Protect us by your strength and save us from the threatening dangers of our sins; for you live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.  Amen.


Happy Advent.

Thanksgiving Eve

We will gather in God's house on Wednesday evening to recall the goodness of the Lord.  The service is at 6:30 PM.

The focus of our worship is "Now thank we all our God with hearts and hands and voices."

"Praise the Lord.  Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever"  (Psalm 106:1).

Anticipating Worship (November 20)

Last Sunday of End Time—Christ the King


Worship Focus:  Jesus is our righteous Savior and royal King.

Scripture Readings:
Jeremiah 23:2-6
Psalm 98
Colossians 1:13-20
Luke 23:35-43

Sermon Meditation:  Colossians 1:13-20

Jesus Is Our Supreme King
1.  Because of his royal rescue
2.  Because of his royal rule

Prayer of the Day:  Lord Jesus Christ, by your victory you have broken the power of the evil one.  Fill our hearts with joy and peace as we look with hope to that day when every creature in heaven and earth will acclaim you King of kings and Lord of lords to your unending praise and glory; for you live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.  Amen.


Blessings as we close out the Church Year!

Choir News

A Quick Update for St. John Choir Members:

Choir practice is on for Tuesday, November 26! Cindy Lendt will have more information about the singing schedule then, but in the meantime here are the upcoming services that the choir will be singing for:

- November 27 (Wednesday) for the 6:30 PM Thanksgiving Service

- December 4 instead of November 27

- December 11

Please keep the Averbecks in your prayers! We know that the same Savior we praise in choir is holding them in his strong, compassionate hands.

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Auction Update

The totals are in.  The result of Sunday's silent pie auction was $475.  A check with that amount will be sent to the Merrick Food Shelf.

This is one of the ways that we can help the neighbors in our community who are in need as we reflect the love of Christ that is shown to us and then through us.

Thank you to all who brought pies and bought pies.

Choir Cancelled

Due to Mr. Averbeck's back issues, there will be no choir tomorrow  (November 15).  Please keep him in your prayers as he looks for some answers to the pain.

Installation at Divinity Lutheran

Divinity Ev. Lutheran Church invites us to a special service Sunday, November 13th.  They will be installing their new pastor, Rev. John Berg.  It is at 4:00 PM with a meal to follow.  We welcome him to the area.  

Anticipating Worship (November 13)

Third Sunday of End Time—Saints Triumphant


Worship Focus:  God’s people look forward to life in heaven with joy.

Scripture Readings:
Isaiah 65:17-25
Psalm 150
2 Thessalonians 2:13-3:5
Luke 20:37-38

Sermon Meditation:  Luke 20:37-38

Prayer of the Day:  Almighty God and Savior, you have set the final day and hour when we shall be delivered from this world of sin and death.  Keep us ever watchful for the coming of your Son that we may sit with him and all your holy ones at the marriage feast in heaven; through Jesus Christ, your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.  Amen.


Blessings as we close out the Church Year!

Daylight Saving Time Ends Sunday

Daylight Saving Time ends this Sunday, November 6th. Remember to turn your
clocks back 1 hour before turning in on Saturday!

Anticipating Worship (November 6)

Second Sunday of End Time—Last Judgment


Worship Focus:  Jesus is serious about his promise to return on the Last Day.

Scripture Readings:
Jeremiah 26:1-6
Psalm 90
2 Thessalonians 1:5-10
Luke 19:11-27

Sermon Meditation:  Jeremiah 26:1-6

Wait for Judgment
1.  Speaking the truth completely
2.  Spending the time correctly

Prayer of the Day:  Lord God Almighty, so rule and govern our hearts and minds by your Holy Spirit that we may always look forward to the end of this present age and to the day of your righteous judgment.  Keep us steadfast in true and living faith and present us at last holy and blameless before you; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.  Amen.


Blessings as we close out the Church Year.