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Pastor’s Ponderings for Easter 2013

Our Lenten journey provides us the opportunity to reflect upon Jesus, our faith, and our lives – upon who Christ is, who we are, and how we live as loved and forgiven children of God. I love how this Lent, we are doing this reflection as we look at each other during worship! We are…

Rich Toward God: Sermon 3 with Andy Stanley

Reflection: Have you ever felt rich? Like when you were a kid and got some money that was yours to do with what you wanted. Margin = Money in the bank with no obligation attached to it. If you have this, you might feel  rich. The key to feeling rich isn’t about making lots of…

Rich Toward God: Sermon 2 with Andy Stanley

Reflection:  In session one, Pastor Stanley shows us that the hallmark of being Christian is extravagant generosity.  In this session, we learn about the dangers and effects of wealth, and the power it has to move us away from God.  We will learn next week that Jesus doesn’t care about the amount you give, but the percentage (session three). Finally, He…

Rich Toward God: Sermon 1 with Andy Stanley

These are the highlights of the 1st of the 4 sermons by Andy Stanley.  They are very engaging, and enlightening!   If you miss one and want to see it, come by the church and watch it mid-week! Reflection:  Pastor Andy Stanley offers us ways to practice being rich,  so that when we become rich…

Turns out there’s more than Lutherans in this world!

Come join us Tuesday mornings at 10am to learn about the history and practices of many of the major faiths in the world.  We will cover Islam, Orthodox and Roman Catholic Christianity, Hinduism, Protestant Christianity, Buddhism, and Judaism.  It is in DVD format, and has been followed by a vigorous discussion of what was watched.  If you…

Mid-Week Advent Services

Come and join us for a time of prayer and preparation as we lean into anticipation of our Emmanuel being born. We will meet on Wednesdays – December 5, 12, and 19. Potluck dinner will be at 5:45 pm, with prayer and worship to follow at 6:30 pm. We will continue with our tradition of…

Parable of the Mustard Seed

Come join us at 10:00am on Tuesday, Oct 30, 2012 as we study the “Parable of the Mustard Seed” with Pastors Beth and Eric. Stop by for coffee, snacks, and good conversation. (Luke 13:18-19) 18 He said therefore, “What is the kingdom of God like? And to what should I compare it? 19 It is like a mustard seed that…