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Why do we worship?
23But the hour is coming, and is now here, when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth, for the Father seeks such as these to worship him. 24God is spirit, and those who worship him must worship in spirit and truth.” ~ John 4:23-24 This may seem like an odd or a… Continue reading
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Reflecting Back, Looking Forward
Examine yourselves to see whether you are living in the faith. Test yourselves. Do you not realize that Jesus Christ is in you? ~ 2 Corinthians 13:5 Socrates is known to have said “the unexamined life is not worth living.” At this time of year, our Ministry Teams are beginning to reflect on what they… Continue reading
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Seeds for the Parish: Evangelism
I had a moment to sit and read through Seeds for the Parish this afternoon. It’s worth a read for those who want to understand more what “evangelical” is all about, and how we live our message. Click >here< to go to the ELCA site for this publication. I have 3 hard copies of this publication… Continue reading
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Why Lent Must Rise Again
A friend sent me the article below. I want to share this and see what you think. – Are the ideas of spiritual discipline, Lent, deprivation, and self-control out of style? – Must Christianity avoid expectations or demands to be culturally relevant? Why Lent Must Rise Again Continue reading
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The Way?
Thomas said, “Lord, we don’t know where you are going. How can we know the way?” Jesus replied, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life.” ~ John 14:5-6a I remember listening to the music of Kenny Rogers when I was young. As I was reflecting on the State of the Congregation meeting… Continue reading
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Into your hands, O Lord, we commend Mark
Into your hands, O Lord, we commend Mark Lubold. Services and obituary pending. Continue reading
