Anticipating Worship (January 28)

Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany


Worship Focus:  Our Prophet Jesus speaks God’s truth and acts with God’s authority.

Scripture Readings:
Deuteronomy 18:15-30
Psalm 1
Hebrews 3:1-6
Mark 1:21-28

Sermon Meditation:  Hebrews 3:1-6

Just Concentrate on Jesus Christ
1.  He is similar to Moses
2.  He is superior to Moses

Prayer of the Day:  Lord God, you know that we are surrounded by many dangers and that we often stumble and fall.  Strengthen us in body and mind, and bring us safely through all temptations; through Jesus Christ, your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.  Amen.


Continued Happy Epiphany.  We will see you on Sunday as worship our Prophet.  We gather at 9:30 AM.

Congregation Meeting

Congregation/Voter’s meeting is this Sunday, January 28th, following worship. The annual report is printed and you may pick up a copy in the narthex. Please review the report and bring it with you to the meeting.  A light lunch will be provided and we are asking members to bring a dessert to share. All members are encouraged to attend.

Luther Chat

If there is any appreciable snow, Luther Chat on Monday evening will be postponed a week.  I will try to contact the participants.  If you don't hear from me, call me before going.
Thanks,
Tom

Anticipating Worship (January 21)

Third Sunday after Epiphany


Worship Focus:  God’s Word changes hearts and lives.

Scripture Readings:
Jonah 3:1-5,10
Psalm 62
1 Corinthians 7:29-31
Mark 1:14-20

Sermon Meditation:  1 Corinthians 7:29-31

Paul Reveals Epiphany Wisdom about Relationships
1.  Regarding spouses
2.  Regarding sentiments
3.  Regarding stuff

Prayer of the Day:  Almighty God, you sent your Son to proclaim your kingdom and to teach with authority.  Anoint us with the power of your Spirit that we, too, may bring good news to the afflicted, bind up the brokenhearted, and proclaim liberty to the captive; through Jesus Christ, your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.  Amen.


Continued Happy Epiphany.  We worship on Sunday at 9:30 AM.  See you then.

Congregation/Voter's Meeting

Congregation/Voter’s meeting is next Sunday, January 28th, following worship. The annual report is printed and you may pick up a copy in the narthex. Please review the report and bring it with to the meeting. A light lunch will be provided and we are asking members to bring a dessert to share.

Fellowship Sunday and Lenten Suppers

Fellowship Sunday — There are some months yet to fill up on the Fellowship Sunday calendar.If you, your family, or church committee would like to sponsor a Sunday, the calendar is located on the bulletin board in the narthex.  Fellowship Sunday is the 2nd Sunday of each month and refreshments are served in the Fellowship Hall following worship.  If you have any questions about sponsoring, please call the church office. Thank you.

Lenten Services & Suppers — Lenten Season begins on February 14th, with Ash Wednesday. There will once again be 2 services, 4:30 & 6:30 pm. Supper will be served between the services, beginning at 5:15 pm. If you would like to sponsor a supper there is a sign-up sheet on the table in the narthex. There is also a sign-up sheet if you will be attending the meal. planning. Thank you.

Anticipating Worship (January 14)

Second Sunday after the Epiphany


Worship Focus:  God calls us to serve him with our lives.

Scripture Readings:
1 Samuel 3:1-10
Psalm 67
1 Corinthians 6:12-20
John 1:43-51

Sermon Meditation:  John 1:43-51

Come and See ...
1.  Jesus who locates us
2.  Jesus who links us

Prayer of the Day:  Almighty God, you gave your one and only Son to be the light of the world.  Grant that your people, illumined by your Word and sacraments, may shine with the radiance of Christ’s glory, that he may be known, worshiped, and believed to the ends of the earth; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, now and forever.   Amen.


Continued Happy Epiphany.  Come and celebrate with your Brothers and Sisters in Christ.  See you at 9:30 AM.

Anticipating Worship (January 7)

The Epiphany of Our Lord


Worship Focus:  Jesus shines as the Savior of the whole world.

Scripture Readings:
Isaiah 60:1-6
Psalm 72
Ephesians 3:2-12
Matthew 2:1-12

Sermon Meditation:  Ephesians 3:2-12

There Is No Mystery in Ministry
1.  As a result of the revelation from God
2.  With the result of a relationship with God

Prayer of the Day:  Lord God, by the leading of a star you once made known to the nations your one and only Son.  Guide us, also, who know him now by faith, to come at last to the perfect joy of your heavenly glory; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.  Amen.


Happy Epiphany!  Come and celebrate on Sunday.  See you at 9:30 AM.

Christmas Dedecorating and Chili Dump

This coming Sunday at 4:00 PM, we will be removing the Advent and Christmas decorations from church and storing them for next year.  If you can come to help, it would be appreciated.  With a number of people, the process doesn't take long at all.

And if you can stay when the work is done, we will have a chili dump supper afterward.  Please bring your favorite concoction to pass while we enjoy some fellowship time.