Blessings and curses abound on the sixth Sunday after Epiphany. We would do well to listen closely to whom the “blessed ares” and the “woe tos” are directed and to find our place in the crowd among those who desire to touch Jesus. The risen Christ stands among us in the mystery of the holy […]
The fifth Sunday after Epiphany continues to highlight unlikely instruments and circumstances appointed to reveal the glory of the Lord. “Who will go for us?” queries the voice of the Lord. A man of unclean lips, a former persecutor of the church of God, and three fishermen who couldn’t catch a thing. More surprising still, […]
SUNDAY: 9:00 am Worship Service (Sanctuary) 10:15 am Sunday School (Friendship Hall) 10:15 am Thank You Brunch from Youth (Friendship Hall) 10:15 am Adult Study Forum (Library) MONDAY: 9:00 am Staff Meeting (Pastor’s Office) 10:30 am Chair Yoga (Friendship Hall) 12:00 pm Bible Study (Conference Room) TUESDAY: 7:00 pm Al-Anon (Library) WEDNESDAY: 9:00 am Rachel […]
The glory of God is often revealed when and where it is least expected. God uses our lips to declare that glory, inexperienced and hesitant though they may be. God uses our love to demonstrate that glory and so urges us to exercise it. God uses Jesus of Nazareth, water and the word, bread and […]
SUNDAY 9:00 am Worship Service (Sanctuary) 10:15 am First Sunday Feedback (Narthex) 10:15 am Sunday School (Friendship Hall) 10:15 am Lent & Easter Worship Ministry Group (Conference Room) MONDAY 9:00 am Staff Meeting (Pastor’s Office) 10:30 am Chair Yoga (Friendship Hall) 12:00 pm Bible Study (Conference Room) TUESDAY 7:00 pm Al-Anon (Library) WEDNESDAY 9:00 am […]
Are you interested in helping to plan worship services in the Lent and Easter Seasons? A new Ministry Group is forming just for that purpose. Do you have ideas for liturgy? Do you have a passion for music? Are you moved by drama or art, and want to share your ideas? Get together with like-minded […]
The congregation held its annual meeting last Sunday, January 27, 2019. A summary of the meeting includes the following. The amendments to the Constitution and Bylaws of the Congregation were ratified. The following persons were elected to the Congregation Council for a one-year term: Beth B, Kathy S, and David M. Elected to a two-year […]
SUNDAY: 9:00 am Worship Service (Sanctuary) 10:15 am Sunday School (Friendship Hall) 10:30 am Annual Meeting of the Congregation (Friendship Hall) MONDAY: 9:00 am Staff Meeting (Pastor’s Office) 10:30 am Chair Yoga (Friendship Hall) 12:00 pm Bible Study (Conference Room) 12:30 am Quilters Meeting (Friendship Hall) TUESDAY: 7:00 pm Al-Anon (Library) WEDNESDAY: 9:00 am Area […]
The glory of the Lord is revealed in the reading of scripture. People stand at attention. People weep. People prostrate themselves in prayer. The unity of the church is another reflection of the glory of God. Most gloriously, the promises of God are fulfilled in the person of Jesus Christ. Gather round. Listen up. Glimpse […]
We are happy to announce that Pastor David Nelsestuen will re-join the staff of St John Lutheran Church as our Visitation Pastor. Pastor Dave will be making visits one day each week. His first day with us was January 15th. Welcome back, Pastor Dave!