Worship Services

 

Fourth Sunday of Easter

April 15, 2024
Scripture Texts:  Acts 4:1–12; Psalm 23:1–6; 1 John 3:16–24; John 10:11–18

Sermon: The Soul Restorer

Join us at 10:30am for our service of worship featuring lessons from the Holy Scripture, the Lord's Supper, sacred music, a chat with our children, and a message from today's Bible lessons about how God restores our souls in a troubled world.

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Third Sunday of Easter

April 10, 2024
Scripture Texts:  Acts 3:11–21; Psalm 4:1–8; 1 John 3:1–7; Luke 24:36–49

Sermon: Emmaus 2.0

Join us at 10:30am for our service of worship featuring lessons from the Holy Scripture, the Lord's Supper, an anthem by our Men's Choir, sacred music, a chat with our children, and a message from today's Bible lessons about having an opened mind.

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Easter Resurrection Service

March 31, 2024
Scripture Texts:  Isaiah 25:6–9; Psalm 16:1–11; 1 Corinthians 15:1–11; Mark 16:1–8

Sermon: Though Not I

Join us at 10:30am for our main Easter service of worship featuring lessons from the Holy Scripture, the Lord's Supper, an anthem by our Adult Choir, sacred music, a chat with our children, and a message from today's Bible lessons on how grace is at work in us for salvation.

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Easter Sunrise

March 31, 2024
Scripture Texts:  Exodus 15:1-11; 1 Corinthians 5:6b-8; John 20:1-18

Sermon: Though Not I

Join us at 7:00am for our Easter Sunrise service of worship at the feet of Jesus in the cemetery. If weather is inclement, we will meet in the sanctuary. Worship features readings from the Holy Scripture, the Lord's Supper, a message from today's Bible lessons on how resurrection makes the difference Following worship, we will gather in the fellowship hall for breakfast served by our youth. 

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Maundy Thursday

March 28, 2024
Scripture Texts:  Exodus 24:3-11; Psalm 22:1–31; 1 Corinthians 10:16-17; Mark 14:12-26

Sermon: More than Bread and Wine

Join us at 7:00am for our Maundy Thursday worship featuring lessons from the Holy Scripture, the Lord's Supper, an anthem by our Adult Choir, sacred music, and a message from tonight's lessons about what happens when the Word is added to the bread and wine.

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Midweek Lenten Service

March 27, 2024
Scripture Texts:  2 Corinthians 1:23–2:11

Midweek Lenten Supper & Service:
Tonight's supper (6pm) will be soups and grilled cheese and grilled pimento cheese sandwiches provided by our Tuesday Bible study groups. Following the supper, we will go to the sanctuary for the Lenten service (7pm), which will last about 30 minutes. Everyone is welcome. Please join us.

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Palm Sunday

March 24, 2024
Scripture Texts:  Zechariah 9:9–12; Psalm 118:19–29; Philippians 2:5–11; John 12:12–19

Sermon: Prisoners of Hope

Join us at 10:30am for our service of worship featuring lessons from the Holy Scripture, the Lord's Supper, an anthem by our children and the Adult Choir, sacred music, a chat with our children, and a message from today's Bible lessons on how, though in bondage to sin, we are prisoners of hope.

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Midweek Lenten Service

March 20, 2024
Scripture Texts:  2 Corinthians 2:14–3:6

Midweek Lenten Supper & Service:
Tonight's supper (6pm) will be soup and grilled cheese sandwiches provided by our Youth and Family Committee. Following the supper, we will go to the sanctuary for the Lenten service (7pm), which will last about 30 minutes. Everyone is welcome. Please join us.

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Fifth Sunday in Lent

March 17, 2024
Scripture Texts:  Jeremiah 31:31–34; Psalm 119:9–16; Hebrews 5:1–10; Mark 10:32–45

Sermon: Take and Drink

Join us at 10:30am for our service of worship featuring lessons from the Holy Scripture, the Lord's Supper, sacred music, an anthem by our Adult Choir, a chat with our children, and a message from today's Bible lessons on how God works faith in and out of us.

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Midweek Lenten Service

March 13, 2024
Scripture Texts:  1 Corinthians 12:1–11

Midweek Lenten Supper & Service:
Tonight's supper (6pm) will be soup and grilled cheese sandwiches provided by the Friendship Club. Following the supper, we will go to the sanctuary for the Lenten service (7pm), which will last about 30 minutes. Everyone is welcome. Please join us.

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Fourth Sunday in Lent

March 10, 2024
Scripture Texts:  Numbers 21:4–9; Psalm 107:1–9; Ephesians 2:1–10; John 3:14–21

Sermon: Girl Scouts Sunday

Join us at 10:30am for our service of worship featuring our Girl Scout troop leading with readings from the Holy Scripture, the Lord's Supper, a duet by Elizabeth Baker and Laura Brock, sacred music, a chat with our children, and a message from today's Bible lessons.

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Midweek Lenten Service

March 6, 2024
Scripture Texts:  1 Corinthians 8:1–13

Midweek Lenten Supper & Service:
Tonight's supper (6pm) will be soup and sandwiches, provided by the Bonnie Bost Circle. Following the supper, we will go to the sanctuary for the Lenten service (7pm), which will last about 30 minutes. Everyone is welcome. Please join us.

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Third Sunday in Lent

March 3, 2024
Scripture Texts:  Exodus 20:1–17; Psalm 19:1–14; 1 Corinthians 1:18–31; John 2:13–25

Join us at 10:30am for our service of worship featuring readings from the Holy Scripture, the Lord's Supper, sacred music, an anthem by our Men's Choir, a chat with our children, and a message from Rev. Dr. Nathan Yoder, Chairman of the Department of Lutheran Studies at Gordon-Conwell Theological School in Charlotte.

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Midweek Lenten Service

February 28, 2024

Midweek Lenten Supper & Service:
Tonight's supper (6pm) will be soup and salad, provided by the Kathy Ketchie and Grace Ridenhour Circles. Following the supper, we will go to the sanctuary for the Lenten service (7pm), which will last about 30 minutes. Everyone is welcome. Please join us.

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Second Sunday in Lent

February 25, 2024
Scripture Texts:  Genesis 17:1–7, 15–16; Psalm 22:23–31; Romans 5:1–11; Mark 8:27–38

Sermon: Wrought

Join us at 10:30am for our service of worship featuring readings from the Holy Scripture, the Lord's Supper, sacred music, an anthem by our Adult Choir, a chat with our children, and a message about how faith comes to a person.

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Midweek Lenten Service

February 21, 2024
Scripture Texts:  1 Corinthians 2:1–13

Sermon: Midweek Lenten Service

Midweek Lenten Supper & Service:
Tonight's supper (6pm) will be soup with grilled cheese sandwiches, provided by the Hama Lingle Circle. Following the supper, we will go to the sanctuary for the Lenten service (7pm), which will last about 30 minutes. Everyone is welcome. Please join us.

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Ash Wednesday

February 14, 2024
Scripture Texts:  Joel 2:12-19; 2 Corinthians 5:20b-6:10; Matthew 6:1-13

Join us at 7:00pm for our Ash Wednesday service of worship, featuring readings from the Holy Scripture, sacred music, and the imposition of ashes.

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Transfiguration

February 11, 2024
Scripture Texts:  Exodus 34:29–35; Psalm 50:1–6; 2 Corinthians 3:12–4:6; Mark 9:2–9

Sermon: The Lifted Veil

Join us at 10:30am for our service of worship featuring readings from the Holy Scripture, the Lord's Supper, sacred music, a chat with our children, and a message from the Bible about how God unveils his glory to us.

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Fifth Sunday after Epiphany

February 4, 2024
Scripture Texts:  Isaiah 40:21–31; Psalm 147:1–11; 1 Corinthians 9:16–27; Mark 1:29–39

Sermon: He's Listening; Are you?

Join us at 10:30am for our service of worship featuring readings from the Holy Scripture, the Lord's Supper, sacred music, a chat with our children, and a message from the Bible about the God who hears us and wants us to hear him.

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Fourth Sunday after Epiphany

January 28, 2024
Scripture Texts:  Deuteronomy 18:15–20; Psalm 111:1–10; 1 Corinthians 8:1–13; Mark 1:21–28

Sermon: Listen Up

Join us at 10:30am for our service of worship featuring readings from the Holy Scripture, the Lord's Supper, sacred music, an anthem by our Men's Choir, a chat with our children, and a message from the Bible about listening to the promised prophet.

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Third Sunday after Epiphany

January 21, 2024
Scripture Texts:  Jonah 3:1–5, 10; Psalm 62:1–12; 1 Corinthians 7:29–35; Mark 1:14–20

Sermon: Maybe Fishing is Okay

Join us at 10:30am for our service of worship featuring readings from the Holy Scripture, the Lord's Supper, sacred music, an anthem by our Handbell Choir, a chat with our children, and a message from the Bible about how fishing may not be so bad after all.

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Second Sunday after Epiphany

January 14, 2024
Scripture Texts:  1 Samuel 3:1–20; Psalm 139:1–10; 1 Corinthians 6:12–20; John 1:43–51

Sermon: In a World of Words

Join us at 10:30am for our service of worship featuring readings from the Holy Scripture, the Lord's Supper, sacred music, a chat with our children, and a message from the Bible about how to hear what God says in a world of words.

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Baptism of Our Lord

January 7, 2024
Scripture Texts:  Genesis 1:1–5; Psalm 29:1–11; Romans 6:1–11; Mark 1:4–11

Sermon: And God Said

Join us at 10:30am for our service of worship featuring readings from the Holy Scripture, the Lord's Supper, sacred music, a chat with our children, and a message from the Bible about hearing what God says.

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First Sunday after Christmas

December 31, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Isaiah 61:10–62:3; Psalm 111:1–10; Galatians 4:4–7; Luke 2:22–40

Join us at 10:30am for our service of worship featuring readings from the Holy Scripture, the Lord's Supper, sacred music, a chat with our children, and a message from the Bible by Matthew Cottingham.

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Fourth Sunday of Advent

December 24, 2023
Scripture Texts:  2 Samuel 7:1–11, 16; Psalm 89:1–5, 19–29; Romans 16:25–27; Luke 1:26–38

Sermon: Where Everybody Knows Your Name

Join us at 10:30am for our service of worship featuring readings from the Holy Scripture, the Lord's Supper, sacred music, a chat with our children, and a message from the Bible about the announcement of good news and why a girl who would soon have everyone knowing her name.

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Third Sunday of Advent

December 17, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Isaiah 61:1–4, 8–11; Psalm 126; 1 Thessalonians 5:16–24; John 1:6–8, 19–28

Sermon: Dreamers

Join us at 10:30am for our service of worship featuring readings from the Holy Scripture, the Lord's Supper, sacred music, a chat with our children, and a message from the Bible about incredible good news.

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Second Sunday of Advent

December 10, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Isaiah 40:1–11; Psalm 85:1–13; 2 Peter 3:8–14; Mark 1:1–8

Sermon: The Great Day

Join us at 10:30am for our service of worship featuring readings from the Holy Scripture, the Lord's Supper, sacred music, an anthem by our Adult Choir, a chat with our children, and a message from the Bible about the search for a new earth.

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First Sunday of Advent

December 3, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Isaiah 64:1–9; Psalm 80:1–7; 1 Corinthians 1:3–9; Mark 13:24–37

Sermon: Quiet Wonder

Join us at 10:30am for our service of worship featuring readings from the Holy Scripture, the Lord's Supper, sacred music, a chat with our children (with special guests Patrick Dooly and Deb Myers), and a message about Jesus in the work of Lutheran Military Veterans and Families Ministries by Chaplain Leslie Haines. 

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Christ the King

November 26, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Ezekiel 34:11–16, 20–24; Psalm 95:1–7a; 1 Corinthians 15:20–28; Matthew 25:31–46

Sermon: Our Shepherd King

Join us at 10:30am for our service of worship featuring readings from the Holy Scripture, the Lord's Supper, sacred music, a chat with our children, and a message about our Shepherd King. 

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Thanksgiving Eve

November 22, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Deuteronomy 8:1-10; Psalm 67:1-7; Philippians 4:4-9; Luke 17:11-19

Sermon: The Ten Percent

Join us at 7:00pm for our Thanksgiving Eve service of worship featuring readings from the Holy Scripture, sacred music, and a message about not being like 90 percent of folks. 

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Twenty-fifth Sunday after Pentecost

November 19, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Zephaniah 1:7–16; Psalm 90:1–12; 1 Thessalonians 5:1–11; Matthew 25:14–30

Sermon: Dressed in Faith and Love

Join us at 10:30am for our service of worship featuring readings from the Holy Scripture, Holy Communion, an anthem from our Men's Choir, sacred music, a chat with our children, and a message about how be dressed in faith and love until the Lord's return. 

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Twenty-fourth Sunday after Pentecost

November 12, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Amos 5:18–24; Psalm 70:1–5; 1 Thessalonians 4:13–18; Matthew 25:1–13

Sermon: The Oil of Faith

Join us at 10:30am for our service of worship featuring readings from the Holy Scripture, Holy Communion, sacred music, an anthem by our Adult Choir, a chat with our children, and a message about the oil of faith that keeps us enduring until the Lord's return.

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All Saints Sunday

November 5, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Revelation 7:2–17; Psalm 149:1–9; 1 John 3:1–3; Matthew 5:1–12

Sermon: The Church's Only Hope

Join us at 10:30am for our service of worship featuring a remembrance of those who have fallen asleep in the Lord this past year, lessons from the Holy Scripture, Holy Communion, sacred music, an anthem by our Adult Choir, a chat with our children, and a message about the hope of the dead.

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Reformation Sunday

October 29, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Revelation 14:6–7; Psalm 46:1–11; Romans 3:19–28; John 8:31–36

Sermon: What He Said

Join us at 10:30am for our service of worship service featuring lessons from the Holy Scripture, Holy Communion, sacred music, a chat with our children, and a message about getting off the merry-go-round.

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Twenty-first Sunday after Pentecost

October 22, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Isaiah 45:1–7; Psalm 96:1–13; 1 Thessalonians 1:1–10; Matthew 22:15–22

Sermon: What We Should Give to God

Join us at 10:30am for our service of worship service featuring lessons from the Holy Scripture, Holy Communion, sacred music, a solo by Andrew Baker, a chat with our children, and a message about what we should give to God.

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Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost

October 8, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Isaiah 5:1–7; Psalm 80:7–19; Philippians 3:4b–14; Matthew 21:33–46

Sermon: What Do You Know?

Join us in our service of worship service featuring lessons from the Holy Scripture, Holy Communion, sacred music, a chat with our children, and a message about the greatest knowledge there is.

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Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost

October 1, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Ezekiel 18:1–4, 25–32; Psalm 25:1–10; Philippians 2:1–18; Matthew 21:23–32

Join us in our service of worship that is led by the women of St. Paul's. The service includes lessons from the Holy Scripture, Holy Communion, sacred music, a chat with our children, and a message by Jennifer Aldridge.

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Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost

September 24, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Isaiah 55:6–9; Psalm 27:1–9; Philippians 1:12–14, 19–30; Matthew 20:1–16

Sermon: Living in God's House

Join us in our service of worship that includes lessons from the Holy Scripture, Holy Communion, a solo by Laura Brock and other sacred music, a chat with our children about what it's like to live in their homes, and a message about living in God's house.

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Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost

September 17, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Genesis 50:15–2; Psalm 103:1–12; Romans 14:1–12; Matthew 18:21–35

Our service of worship is led by Stan McConnell and features lessons from the Holy Scripture, Holy Communion, sacred music, a chat with our children, and a message from our Council President, Perry Bernhardt, about forgiveness. 

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Homecoming Service

September 10, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Ezekiel 33:7–9; Psalm 32:1–7; Romans 13:1–10; Matthew 18:1–20

Sermon: Foolish Child

This year's Homecoming service features lessons from the Holy Scripture, Holy Communion, an anthem by our Adult Choir, sacred music, a chat with our children, and a message about an old and foolish question. A covered dish luncheon follows in the picnic shelter or if raining, in the fellowship hall.

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Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost

September 3, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Jeremiah 15:15–21; Psalm 26:–12; Romans 12:9–21; Matthew 16:21–28

Sermon: Spiritual Eating

This morning's worship at 10:30am features Holy Scripture and Communion, sacred music, a chat with our children, and a message about spiritual food.

205 St. Paul's Church Rd., Salisbury, NC

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Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost

August 27, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Isaiah 51:1–6; Psalm 138:1–8; Romans 11:33–12:8; Matthew 16:13–20

Sermon: A Depth of Transformation

This morning's worship at 10:30am features Holy Scripture and Communion, the Baptisms of Oliver and Otto Newsome, sacred music, a solo by Laura Brock, a chat with our children, and a message about the transformation of souls.

205 St. Paul's Church Rd., Salisbury, NC

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Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost

August 20, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Isaiah 56:1, 6–8; Psalm 67:1–7; Romans 11:1–2a, 13–15, 28–32; Matthew 15:21–28

Sermon: Our Alien Righteousness

This morning's worship at 10:30am features Holy Scripture and Communion, the Baptism of Loralei Funderburk, sacred music, a chat with our children, and a message about our alien righteousness.

205 St. Paul's Church Rd., Salisbury, NC

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Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost

August 13, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Job 38:4–18; Psalm 18:1–16; Romans 10:5–17; Matthew 14:22–33

Sermon: Beautiful Feet

This morning's worship at 10:30am features Holy Scripture and Communion, sacred music, a chat with our children, and a message about the American church's need for beautiful feet.

205 St. Paul's Church Rd., Salisbury, NC

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Tenth Sunday after Pentecost

August 6, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Isaiah 55:1–5; Psalm 136:1–26; Romans 9:1–13; Matthew 14:13–21

Sermon: God Over All

This morning's worship at 10:30am features Holy Scripture and Communion, sacred music, a chat with our children, and a message about the dual nature of the Second Person.

205 St. Paul's Church Rd., Salisbury, NC

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Ninth Sunday after Pentecost

July 26, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Deuteronomy 7:6–9; Psalm 125:1–5; Romans 8:28–39; Matthew 13:44–52

Sermon: What God Treasures

This morning's worship at 10:30am features Holy Scripture and Communion, sacred music, a chat with our children, and a message about what God treasures and how he has come to treasure it.

205 St. Paul's Church Rd., Salisbury, NC

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Eighth Sunday after Pentecost

July 23, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Isaiah 44:6–8; Psalm 119:57–64; Romans 8:18–27; Matthew 13:24–30, 36–43

Sermon: Orthopedic Shoes

This morning's worship at 10:30am features Holy Communion, sacred music, and guest organist, Gene Brittain.

205 St. Paul's Church Rd., Salisbury, NC

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Seventh Sunday after Pentecost

July 16, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Isaiah 55:10–13; Psalm 65:1–13; Romans 8:12–17; Matthew 13:1–9, 18–23

Sermon: Divine Optimism

This morning's worship at 10:30am features Holy Communion, sacred music, special music from our adult choir, and a message from guest pastor, Rev. Carl Haynes.

205 St. Paul's Church Rd., Salisbury, NC

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Sixth Sunday of Pentecost

July 9, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Zechariah 9:9–12; Psalm 145:1–14; Romans 7:14–25a; Matthew 11:25–30

Sermon: Beasts with Burdens

This morning's worship at 10:30am features Holy Communion, sacred music, and a message from guest pastor, Rev. Carl Haynes.

205 St. Paul's Church Rd., Salisbury, NC

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Fifth Sunday after Pentecost

July 2, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Jeremiah 28:5–9; Psalm 119:153–160; Romans 7:1–13; Matthew 10:34–42

Sermon: The Burden of Ultimate Faithfulness

This morning's worship at 10:30am features Holy Communion, sacred music, special music from our handbell choir and men's choir, a chat with our children, and a message about ultimate faithfulness.

205 St. Paul's Church Rd., Salisbury, NC

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Fourth Sunday after Pentecost

June 25, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Jeremiah 20:7–13; Psalm 91:1–16; Romans 6:12–23; Matthew 10:5a, 21–33

Sermon: Trust and Abide

This morning's worship at 10:30am features Holy Communion, music from our VBS kids, a chat with our children, and a message about trusting in God.

205 St. Paul's Church Rd., Salisbury, NC

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Third Sunday after Pentecost

June 18, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Exodus 19:2–8; Psalm 100:1–5; Romans 5:6–15; Matthew 9:35–10:8–20

Sermon: Where Will You Go?

This morning's worship at 10:30am features Holy Communion, sacred music, a chat with our children, and a message about responding to the call of Christ.

205 St. Paul's Church Rd., Salisbury, NC

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Second Sunday after Pentecost

June 11, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Hosea 5:15–6:6; Psalm 119:65–72; Romans 4:13–25; Matthew 9:9–13

Sermon: Rev. Scott Licht, Guest Preacher

This morning's worship at 10:30am features Holy Communion, sacred music, a chat with our children, and a message from Rev. Scott Licht from Lutherans for Life about the healing of the sick.

205 St. Paul's Church Rd., Salisbury, NC

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Trinity Sunday

June 4, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Genesis 1:1–2:4a; Psalm 8:1–9; Acts 2:14a, 22–36; Matthew 28:16–20

Sermon: Firm Faith in the Name

This morning's worship at 10:30am features Holy Communion, sacred music, a chat with our children, and a message about what to speak in tongues.

205 St. Paul's Church Rd., Salisbury, NC

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Pentecost Sunday

May 28, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Numbers 11:24–30; Psalm 25:1–15; Acts 2:1–21; John 7:37–39

Sermon: The Language of the Gospel

This morning's worship at 10:30am features Holy Baptism, First Communion, and Holy Communion, Confirmation, reception of new members, inspirational music, a chat with our children, and a message about what to speak in tongues.

205 St. Paul's Church Rd., Salisbury, NC

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Ascension Sunday

May 21, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Acts 1:1–11; Psalm 47:1–9; Ephesians 1:15–23; Luke 24:44–53

Sermon: Enlightened Hope

This morning's worship at 10:30am features Holy Communion, inspirational music, an anthem by our Men's Choir, a chat with our children, and a message about why Jesus' ascension was so important.

205 St. Paul's Church Rd., Salisbury, NC

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Youth Sunday, Mothers Day

May 11, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Acts 17:16–31; Psalm 66:8–20; 1 Peter 3:13–22; John 14:15–21

This morning's worship at 10:30am features Holy Communion, inspirational music, an anthem by our Handbell Choir, a chat with our children, and a message by German Jaramillo — all led by the youth and children of St. Paul's.

205 St. Paul's Church Rd., Salisbury, NC

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Fifth Sunday of Easter

May 3, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Acts 6:1–9, 7:2a, 51–60; Psalm 146:1–10; 1 Peter 2:2–10; John 14:1–14

Sermon: Whole Milk

This morning's worship at 10:30am features Holy Communion, inspirational music, an anthem by our Handbell Choir, a chat with our children, and a message about the best kind of milk for Christians.

205 St. Paul's Church Rd., Salisbury, NC

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Fourth Sunday of Easter

April 24, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Acts 2:42–47; Psalm 23:1–6; 1 Peter 2:19–25; John 10:1–10

Sermon: A Singular Title

This morning's worship at 10:30am features Holy Communion, reading of the lessons by Amaya Cerda, inspirational music, a chat with our children, and a message about the one word that sums of most of what Jesus has done for us.

205 St. Paul's Church Rd., Salisbury, NC

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Third Sunday of Easter

April 23, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Acts 2:14a, 36–41; Psalm 116:1–14; 1 Peter 1:17–25; Luke 24:13–35

Sermon: The Hope of the Mindless

This morning's worship at 10:30am features Holy Communion, a solo by our Music Director John Brock, inspirational music, a chat with our children, and a message about hope for the slow and mindless.

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Second Sunday of Easter

April 16, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Acts 5:29–42; Psalm 148:1–14; 1 Peter 1:3–9; John 20:19–31

This morning's worship at 10:30am features Holy Communion, an anthem by our Adult Choir, inspirational music, a chat with our children and Angela Breidenbach of Spiritual Orphans Network (SON), and a message from David Breidenbach of SON.

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Easter Resurrection Service

April 9, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Acts 10:34–43; Psalm 16:1–11; Colossians 3:1–4; Matthew 28:1–10

Sermon: When the Departed Talk Back

This morning's worship at 10:30am features Holy Communion, an anthem by our Adult Choir, inspirational music, a chat with our children, and a message about hearing the departed speak.

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Easter Sunrise

April 9, 2023

This morning's worship at 7:00am features Holy Communion, sacred music, and a message about standing firm without fear.

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Good Friday

April 7, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Isaiah 52:13–53:12; Psalm 22:1–31

In this evening's worship at 7:00pm, we remember that on this dark day, Jesus went to the cross so that we might receive mercy and grace and the forgiveness of all our sins. Who would believe such a wondrous thing?

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Maundy Thursday

April 6, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Exodus 24:3–11; Hebrews 9:11–22; Matthew 26:17–30

This evening's worship at 7:00pm focuses on God's great love for us in sending his Son to die for us, securing everlasting redemption for those who believe his promise. This love is what we receive as we remember Christ’s sacrifice, his broken body and shed blood. What can we do but eat and drink — and behold the Lord?

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Midweek Lenten Service

April 5, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Philippians 4:1–13

Our service calls us to stand firm in God's peace. 

Palm Sunday

March 31, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Isaiah 50:4–9a; Psalm 118:19–29; Philippians 2:5–11; John 12:20–43

Sermon: Don’t Be Like Mike

This morning's worship at 10:30am features Holy Communion, an anthem by our Adult Choir, inspirational music, a chat with our children, and a message about not being like Mike.

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Midweek Lenten Service

March 29, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Romans 10:14–21

Our service calls us to recognize God's calling of preachers. 

Fifth Sunday in Lent

March 26, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Ezekiel 37:1–14; Psalm 130:1–8; Romans 8:1–11; John 11:1–53

Sermon: The Christian Mindset

This morning's worship at 10:30am features Holy Communion, an anthem by our Men's Choir, sacred music, a chat with our children, and a message about having a Christian mindset.

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Midweek Lenten Service

March 22, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Romans 8:1–11

Our service calls us to the life of peace in Christ. 

Fourth Sunday in Lent

March 19, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Isaiah 42:14–21; Psalm 142:1–7; Ephesians 5:8–14; John 9:1–41

Sermon: Bathing in Light

This morning's worship at 10:30am features the baptism of Rachel Ziegler, Holy Communion, a solo by Sarah Fesperman, sacred music, a chat with our children, and a message about bathing in Light.

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Midweek Lenten Service

March 15, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Romans 5:1–11

Our service calls us to the grace and peace given us through the ministry of the Holy Spirit.

Third Sunday in Lent

March 12, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Exodus 17:1–7; Psalm 95:1–9; Romans 5:1–8; John 4:5–26

This morning's worship at 10:30am features our Girl Scout troop leading the service of Holy Communion, an anthem by our Adult Choir, and a message by scout Lillie Yousey.

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Midweek Lenten Service

March 8, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Romans 1:26–2:11

Our service calls us to take seriously the coming judgment of God.

Second Sunday in Lent

March 5, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Genesis 12:1–9; Psalm 121:1–8; Romans 4:1–8, 13–17; John 3:1–17

Sermon: Different Values

This morning's worship at 10:30am features Holy Communion, a chat with our children, sacred music, an anthem by our Adult Choir, and a message about having different values.

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Midweek Lenten Service

February 28, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Hebrews 3:12–19

Our service calls us to focus on the voice of Christ.

First Sunday in Lent

February 26, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Genesis 3:1–21; Psalm 32:1–7; Romans 5:12–19; Matthew 4:1–11

Sermon: It's a Choice

This morning's worship at 10:30am features Holy Communion, a chat with our children, sacred music, a duet by Laura Brock and Elizabeth Baker, and a message by Rev. Carl Haynes.

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Ash Wednesday

February 22, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Joel 2:12–19; Psalm 51:1–13; 2 Corinthians 5:20b–6:10; Matthew 6:1–6, 16–21

Sermon: Lenctening of Life

A service with the imposition of ashes and Holy Communion

Transfiguration Sunday

February 15, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Exodus 24:8–18; Psalm 2:6–12; 2 Peter 1:16–21; Matthew 17:1–9

Sermon: Paying Attention

This morning's worship at 10:30am features Holy Communion, a chat with our children, sacred music, an anthem by our Senior Choir with Duet by Julie Jaramillo and Heather Canup, and a message about paying attention.

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Sixth Sunday after Epiphany

February 12, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Deuteronomy 30:15–20; Psalm 119:1–8; 1 Corinthians 3:1–9; Matthew 5:21–37

Sermon: If-Then

This morning's worship at 10:30am features Holy Communion, the baptism of Alexandria Newsome, a chat with our children, sacred music, an anthem sung by Andrew Baker, Alexander Canup, and Hila Canup, and a message about God's If-Then principle.

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Fifth Sunday after Epiphany

February 5, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Isaiah 58:3–9a; Psalm 112:1–9; 1 Corinthians 2:1–16; Matthew 5:13–20

Sermon: God’s Salt

This morning's worship at 10:30am features Holy Communion, a chat with our children, hymn singing, and a message about an incredible scandal.

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Fourth Sunday after Epiphany

January 29, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Micah 6:1–8; Psalm 15; 1 Corinthians 1:18–31; Matthew 5:1–12

Sermon: An Incredible Scandal

This morning's worship at 10:30am features Holy Communion, an anthem by Elizabeth Baker, Laura Brock, and Susan Ryman, a chat with our children, hymn singing, and a message about an incredible scandal.

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Third Sunday after Epiphany

January 22, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Isaiah 9:1–4; Psalm 27:1–14: 1 Corinthians 1:10–18; Matthew 4:12–25

Sermon: The Ridiculous Power of God

This morning's worship at 10:30am features Holy Communion, an anthem by our Adult Choir, a chat with our children, hymn singing, and a message about the ridiculous power of God.

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Second Sunday after Epiphany

January 15, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Isaiah 49:1–7; Psalm 40:1–11; 1 Corinthians 1:1–9; John 1:29–42a

Sermon: One Like Us

This morning's worship at 10:30am features Holy Communion, an anthem by our Men's Choir, a chat with our children, hymn singing, and a message about the first disciple Jesus called was one like us.

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Baptism of Our Lord

January 8, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Isaiah 42:1–9; Psalm 29:1–11; Romans 6:1–11; Matthew 3:13–17

Sermon: Why Christ Was Baptized

This morning's worship at 10:30am features Holy Communion, an anthem by our Adult Choir, a chat with our children, hymn singing, and a message about why Jesus was baptized.

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Children's Christmas Play

January 8, 2023

The children of St. Paul's were scheduled to perform this play on December 18, 2023. It was postponed until January 8, 2023, due to sickness in the ranks. It turned out to be so much fun. 156 came out to watch in the fellowship hall.  

Baptism of Our Lord

January 5, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Isaiah 42:1–9; Psalm 29:1–11; Romans 6:1–11; Matthew 3:13–17

Sermon: Why Christ Was Baptized

This morning's worship at 10:30am features Holy Communion, an anthem by our Adult Choir, a chat with our children, hymn singing, and a message about why Jesus was baptized.

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Name of Jesus

January 1, 2023
Scripture Texts:  Numbers 6:22–27; Psalm 8​:1–9;​ Galatians 3:23–29; Luke 2:21

Sermon: Putting on Christ

This morning's worship at 10:30am features Holy Communion, a chat with our children, hymn singing, a solo by Laura Brock, and a message about putting on the Lord Jesus Christ in the new year.

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Christmas Day

December 25, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Isaiah 52:7–10; Psalm 2:1–12; Hebrews 1:1–12; John 1:1–18

This morning's worship at 10:30am features a message by George Barringer.

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Christmas Day

December 23, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Isaiah 52:7–10; Psalm 2:1–12; Hebrews 1:1–12; John 1:1–18

This morning's worship at 10:30am features a message by George Barringer.

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Fourth Sunday in Advent

December 14, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Isaiah 7:10–17; Psalm 24:1–10; Romans 1:1–7; Matthew 1:18–25

Sermon: A Sign for Faith

Today's service at 10:30am features Holy Communion, beautiful music, a chat with our children, and a message about being led by a child. 

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Third Sunday of Advent

December 11, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Isaiah 35:1–10; Psalm 146:1–10; James 5:7–11; Matthew 11:2–15

Sermon: Third Sunday in Advent

Today's service at 10:30am features Holy Communion, beautiful music, a chat with our children, and a message about being led by a child. 

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Second Sunday of Advent

December 4, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Isaiah 11:1–10; Psalm 72:1–7; Romans 15:4–13; Matthew 3:1–12

Today's service at 10:30am features Holy Communion, hymn singing, an anthem by the adult choir, a chat with our children, and a message about being led by a child. 

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First Sunday of Advent

November 27, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Isaiah 2:1–5; Psalm 122:1–6; Romans 13:8–14; Matthew 24:36–44

Sermon: Nobody Knows

Today's service at 10:30am features Holy Communion, hymn singing, a chat with our children, and a message about being ready for the return of Jesus. 

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Thanksgiving Eve

November 23, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Deuteronomy 26:1–11; Psalm 100:1–5; Philippians 4:4–9; John 6:25–35

Sermon: The First Sunday of Advent

Tonight's service at 7:00pm hymn singing, a chat with our children and a message about feasting on the true bread from heaven. 

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Christ the King

November 20, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Malachi 3:13-18; Psalm 95:1-7; Colossians 1:13-20; Luke 23:27-43

Sermon: Waiting on the Dawn

Today's service at 10:30am features Holy Communion, hymn singing, a chat with our children, and a message on awaiting the dawn of the great King. 

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23rd Sunday after Pentecost

November 8, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Malachi 4:1–6; Psalm 98:1–9; 2 Thessalonians 3:1–5, 6–13; Luke 21:5–36

Sermon: Now What?

Today's service at 10:30am features Holy Communion, an anthem by our men's choir, a chat with our children, and a message on what to do until the Lord returns. At the beginning of the service, we will also have our annual congregational meeting. 

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All Saints Sunday

November 6, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Revelation 7:2-8, 9-17; Psalm 149:1-9; 1 John 3:1-3; Matthew 5:1-12

Sermon: The Mark of the Lamb

Today's All Saints Sunday service at 10:30am features Holy Communion, beautiful organ music, a chat with our children, and a message on how to receive the Mark of the Lamb. At the beginning of the service, we will also remember those who have died in the Lord in the past 12 months. 

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Reformation Sunday

October 30, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Revelation 14:6-7; Psalm 46:1-11; Romans 3:19-28; John 8:31-36

Sermon: An Eternal Gospel

Pastor Ryman was away on a family emergency so George Barringer and Stan McConnel filled in, doing a great job. 

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The 20th Sunday in Pentecost

October 23, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Genesis 4:1-15; Psalm 5:1–12; 2 Timothy 4:6-8, 16-18; Luke 18:9-17

Sermon: How to Finish the Race

Today's service at 10:30am features Holy Communion, beautiful organ music, a chat with our children, and a message on "how to finish the race."

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The 19th Sunday after Pentecost

October 16, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Deuteronomy 4:20–24; Psalm 136:1–3, 10–16; Romans 5:1–11; John 3:13–21

Sermon: Therefore

Today's service at 10:30am features Holy Communion, a chat with our children, beautiful organ music, and the final sermon in a 12-week series on The Ten Commandments.

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The 18th Sunday after Pentecost

October 9, 2022
Scripture Texts:  1 Kings 21:1–16; Psalm 19:7–14; 1 Timothy 6:3–10; Matthew 13:18–23

Sermon: The Faithful Neighbor

Today's service at 10:30am features Holy Communion, a chat with our children, and the eleventh sermon in a 12-week series on The Ten Commandments.

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The 17th Sunday after Pentecost

October 2, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Habakkuk 1:1-4; 2:1-4; Psalm 62:1–12; 2 Timothy 1:1-14; Luke 17:1-10

Sermon: Alison Moore

Today's service at 10:30am is led by the women of St. Paul's. 

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The 16th Sunday after Pentecost

September 25, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Joshua 7:16-21; Psalm 49:16-20; 1 Timothy 6:6-11; Luke 12:15-21

Sermon: Assist and Serve

Today's service at 10:30am, features Holy Communion, an anthem by our Adult Choir, and the ninth sermon in a 12-week series on the Ten Commandments.

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15th Sunday after Pentecost

September 18, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Exodus 23:1–3, 7; Psalm 15; Acts 6:8–15; Matthew 26:57–61

Sermon: A Charitable Construction

Today's service features Holy Communion, an anthem by our Adult Choir, and the eighth sermon in a 12-week series on the Ten Commandments.

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Homecoming

September 11, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Deuteronomy 8:1–4; Psalm 119:9–16; 2 Timothy 3:14–17; John 8:31–38

Sermon: Praying the Word

This year's Homecoming service features Holy Communion, an anthem by our Adult Choir, a solo by Mack Williams, and a message on praying the Scripture. A covered dish luncheon follows in the picnic shelter or if raining, in the fellowship hall.

Photos from the day are here.

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13th Sunday after Pentecost

September 4, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Proverbs 10:1–4; Psalm 90:12–17; Ephesians 4:25–28; John 10:7–10

Sermon: Improve and Protect”

Today's service features Holy Communion, an anthem by our Adult Choir, and the eighth sermon in a 12-week series on the Ten Commandments.

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The Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost

August 28, 2022
Scripture Texts:  2 Samuel 11:1–4; Psalm 51:1–12; James 1:13–15; Matthew 5:27–32

Sermon: Love and Honor

Today's service features Holy Communion, an anthem by our Men's Choir, and the seventh sermon in a 12-week series on the Ten Commandments.

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Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost

August 21, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Deuteronomy 5:17–21; Psalm 94:1–7; Romans 13:8–14; Matthew 5:21–26

Sermon: Looking Out for Your Neighbor

Today's service features Holy Communion, an anthem by our Senior Choir, and the sixth sermon in a 12-week series on the Ten Commandments.

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Tenth Sunday after Pentecost

August 14, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Proverbs 6:20–22; Psalm 78:1–8; Ephesians 6:1–4; Matthew 19:16–22

Sermon: On Being Perfect Children

Today's service features the baptism of Ceylah Eirian Cottingham, Holy Communion, a solo by Hila Canup, and the fifth sermon in a 12-week series on the Ten Commandments.

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The Ninth Sunday After Pentecost

August 7, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Isaiah 35:1–10; Psalm 81:10–16; Revelation 21:1–4; John 10:22–30

Sermon: On Holyday

Today's service features Holy Communion and the fourth sermon in a 12-week series on the Ten Commandments.

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Eighth Sunday after Pentecost

July 31, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Ecclesiastes 1:2, 12-14; 2:18-26; Ecclesiastes 1:2, 12-14; 2:18-26; Colossians 3:1-11; Luke 12:13-21

Sermon: Hilarious Giving

Today's service features Paul Canup bringing the sermon, and Hila Canup singing a solo. And if the service wasn't Canup enough, Paul's sermon is entitled Hilarious Giving.

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Funeral for Frankie L. Raymer

July 27, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Job 19:23–27; Psalm 23:1–6; 1 Corinthians 13:4–8; John 14:1–6

Sermon: What Have You Learned?

The service of worship for the funeral of Frankie L. Raymer, April 6, 1951 – July 21, 2022, celebrating Frankie's life in Christ Jesus, and the victory over death made possible through Jesus Christ.

Sixth Sunday after Pentecost

July 17, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Leviticus 26:1–13; Psalm 81:1–10; Hebrews 2:14–18; Luke 4:14–21

Sermon: He Has Decided

Today's service features Holy Communion, the baptism of Sawyer Kate Holland, a solo by Vance Goodman, a chat with our children about what is important in life, and a sermon about the First Commandment, the second sermon in a 12-week series on the commandments.

While you're waiting for the service to begin, try today's online jigsaw puzzle. Or this one.

Fifth Sunday after Pentecost

July 10, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Leviticus 26:12–17; Psalm 34:1–14; 1 John 2:1–6; John 14:15–21

Sermon: I am the Lord your God.

Today's service features Holy Communion, an anthem by our Men's Choir, a chat with our children telling us what they think we should and should not do, and a sermon about the purpose of the Ten Commandments which begins a 12-week series on the commandments.

While you're waiting for the service to begin, try today's online jigsaw puzzle. 

The Fourth Sunday after Pentecost

July 3, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Isaiah 66:10-14; Psalm 66:1-7; Galatians 6:1-10, 14-18; Luke 10:1-20

Sermon: Sowing the Cross

Today's service features Holy Communion, a chat with our children, a sermon about sowing the cross, the seed of the gospel, and a duet by Elizabeth Baker and her son, Andrew.

While you're waiting for the service to begin, try today's online jigsaw puzzle. Or this one.

Third Sunday after Pentecost

June 26, 2022
Scripture Texts:  1 Kings 19:9b–21; Psalm 16:1-11; Galatians 5:1, 13–25; Luke 9:51–62

Sermon: Who’s Leading Whom?

Today's service features Holy Communion, a chat with our children, and a sermon about the third and sixth petitions, and "He Loves Me," a medley by the Men's Choir. 

While you're waiting for the service to begin, try today's online jigsaw puzzle. Or perhaps, this one.

Second Sunday after Pentecost

June 19, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Isaiah 65:1–9; Psalm 3:1-8; Galatians 3:23–4:7; Luke 8:26–39

Sermon: Sunday Best

Today's service features Holy Communion, a chat with our children, and a sermon about what to wear to church. 

While you're waiting for the service to begin, try today's online jigsaw puzzle. Or maybe this one.

Holy Trinity

June 12, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Proverbs 8:1-4, 22-31; Psalm 8:1-9; Acts 2:14a, 22-36; John 8:48-59

Sermon: The Athanasian Creed

Today's service features Holy Communion, a chat with our children, and a sermon about the Holy Trinity with references to The Athanasian Creed. 

While you're waiting for the service to begin, try today's online jigsaw puzzle.

For more on the Athanasian Creed, including loads of Scripture references, see the "Athanasian Creed According to Scripture."

Pentecost Sunday

June 5, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Genesis 11:1–9; Psalm 143: 1–12; Acts 2:1–21; John 14:23–31

Sermon: by German Jaramillo

Today's service features the Confirmation of Andrew Baker, Sara Barringer, and Peyton Holland, with German Jaramillo preaching. The Senior Choir sings "Gracious Spirit Dwell with Me." 

While you're waiting for the service to begin, try today's online jigsaw puzzle.

Ascension Sunday

May 29, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Acts 1:1–11; Psalm 47:1–9; Ephesians 1:15–23; Luke 24:44–53

Sermon: He’s Right There

Today's service features a prelude titled "Merry Heart" rung by the handbell choir, and the anthem, "Ring the Easter Bells," sung by the Senior Choir, with some handbells too. 

While you're waiting for the service to begin, try today's online jigsaw puzzle.

Funeral for William Earl Behrendt

May 27, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Job 19:23–27; Psalm 23:1–6; 2 Corinthians 5:1–8; John 20:19–29

Sermon: The Preparation of Faith

The service of worship for the funeral of William Earl Behrendt, October 20, 1934 – May 22, 2022, celebrating Bill's life in Christ Jesus, and the victory over death made possible through Jesus Christ.

Sixth Sunday of Easter

May 22, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Acts 16:9–15; Psalm 67:1–7; Revelation 21:9–14, 21–27; John 16:23–33

Sermon: by Seminarian, Spencer Newsome

Today's service features seminarian, Spencer Newsome, as minister of the Word, and Stan McConnell leading worship. 

While you're waiting for the service to begin, try today's online jigsaw puzzle.

Vespers

May 22, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Leviticus 25:1–17; James 1:2–8, 16–18; Luke 12:13–21

Sermon: God, Our Provider

Vespers is found on page 142 of the Lutheran Book of Worship (LBW). We also sang "Now All the Woods are Sleeping," hymn number 282 in the LBW, because Larry really likes that hymn. And so do the rest of us. 

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Fifth Sunday of Easter

May 15, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Acts 11:1–18; Psalm 148:1–14; Revelation 21:1–7; John 16:12–22 or John 13:31–35

Sermon: Four Seniors

Today's service features the children and youth of St. Paul's leading the service, with four Seniors in high school bringing messages. 

While you're waiting for the service to begin, try today's online jigsaw puzzle.

Vespers

May 15, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Leviticus 8:1–13, 30–36; Hebrews 12:1–14; Luke 4:16–30

Sermon: Homiletical Discussion

Vespers is found on page 142 of the Lutheran Book of Worship (LBW). We also sing "Now All the Woods are Sleeping," hymn number 282 in the LBW.

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The Fourth Sunday of Easter

May 8, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Acts 20:17–35; Psalm 23:1–6; Revelation 7:9–17; John 10:22–30

Sermon: Spencer Newsome preaching

Today's service features the proclamation of God's Word by Spencer Newsome, seminarian, and Holy Communion, with worship being led by Stan McConnell. 

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Vespers

May 8, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Exodus 28:1–4, 30–38; 1 John 2:18–29; Mark 6:30–44

Sermon: Obedience

Vespers is found on page 142 of the Lutheran Book of Worship (LBW). We also sing "O God of Light, Your Word, a Lamp Unfailing," hymn number 237 in the LBW.

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Vespers

May 1, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Exodus 18:1–12; 1 John 2:7–17

Sermon: How to Live Forever

Vespers is found on page 142 of the Lutheran Book of Worship (LBW). We also sing "Now Rest Beneath Night's Shadow," hymn number 282 in the LBW.

Today's Scripture jigsaw

The Second Sunday of Easter

April 24, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Acts 5:12–32; Psalm 148:1–14; Revelation 1:4–18; John 20:19–31;

Sermon: Guest Preacher, Rev. Julie Smith

Today's service of worship features a dedication of hymnals, "Hallelujah For the Cross," an anthem by our Men's Choir, the reading and proclamation of the Word of God by our guest preacher, Rev. Julie Smith, and Holy Communion.

The prelude, "Christ is Risen, Alleluia!" speaks of the faithful raising the strain to sing joyously, “He is Risen!” Until then, enjoy this Online Jigsaw Puzzle.

 

Vespers

April 24, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Exodus 14:5–22; 1 John 1:1–7

Sermon: The Cloud and the Darkness

Vespers is found on page 142 of the Lutheran Book of Worship (LBW). We also sing "Now the Day Is Over," hymn number 280 in the LBW.

Today's Scripture jigsaw

Easter Sunrise

April 17, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Job 19:23–27; 1 Corinthians 15:51–57; John 20:1–18

Sermon: An Easter Homily

Congregations have gathered in burial grounds since Mary Magdalene and "the other Mary" went to the tomb of Jesus (Matthew 28:1) on that first Easter morning. So, we gather this morning, expecting the joy of resurrection. 

Today's Online Jigsaw

Easter Resurrection Service

April 17, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Isaiah 65:17-25; Psalm 16:1-11; 1 Corinthians 15:19-26; Luke 24:1-12

Sermon: The Inheritance of a New Creation

The service features the event of First Communion, receiving new members, the Senior Choir singing "Behold the Empty Tomb," the Handbell Choir playing "The Strife Is O'er," the reading and proclamation of the Word of God, and Holy Communion.

Online Jigsaw Puzzle

Maundy Thursday

April 13, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Jeremiah 31:31–34; Psalm 116:12–19; Hebrews 10:15–25; Luke 22:7–20

Sermon: No More

The Maundy Thursday service features Holy Communion, lessons, hymns, a homily, and the stripping of the altar. 

Online JIgsaw

Good Friday

April 13, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Psalm 22:1–31; Isaiah 52:13–53:12

Sermon: He Has Done It

The Good Friday service is brief and solemn, The sanctuary has been stripped of brightness and color; all seems dark, as Jesus has been crucified. Yet in the darkness, we remember the prophecies of a Light in the darkness. A homily on Psalm 22 brings the ancient story into focus. We hear the Seven Words, responding with hymns, then departing in silence, to await the festive shout of the third day.

Online Jigsaw

Palm Sunday

April 10, 2022
Scripture Texts:  John 12:12–19; Deuteronomy 32:36–39; Psalm 118:19–29; Philippians 2:5–11; Luke 22:1–23:56

Sermon: The Right Mind

The prelude, "Behold! The King Comes!" is rung by the St. Paul's Bell Choir. Today's service remembers Jesus' triumphal entry by the children processing with palms. We proclaim Christ's death until he returns, through the grace of Holy Communion. The anthem, ""Ride On to Reign in Majesty," is sung by the Senior Choir. The postlude, "Hosanna, Loud Hosanna," tells the story, ”Hosanna in the highest, that ancient song we sing, for Christ is our Redeemer, the Lord of heaven our King." 

Here is an online jigsaw from today's lessons. 

Vespers

April 10, 2022
Scripture Texts:  1 Timothy 6:12–16; Luke 19:41–48

Sermon: Keep the Commandment

Vespers is found on page 142 of the Lutheran Book of Worship (LBW). We also sing "O Trinity, O BLessed Light," hymn number 275 in the LBW.

This Evening's Scripture jigsaw

The Fifth Wednesday in Lent

April 6, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Isaiah 53:1–6

Sermon: The Weight of the Cross

Vespers is found on page 142 of the Lutheran Book of Worship. Our hymn this evening will be number 282, "Now Rest Beneath Night's Shadow." Thanks to Laura Brock for leading the service and to Pr. Ken Reed of Concordia Lutheran Church for bringing the message. 

Here is an online jigsaw of this service's Scripture graphic.

Fifth Sunday in Lent

April 3, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Isaiah 43:16–21; Psalm 126:1–6; Philippians 3:4–14; Luke 20:9–20

Sermon: The Problem with Reunions

Today's service features Holy Communion. All who are baptized and have completed First Communioin training may commune. Children who have not received training are encouraged to come forward for a blessing.  

The anthem will be a solo by Sarah Fesperman who will be singing "To See The King of Heaven Fall."

Try working this online jigsaw from today's lessons. 

Vespers

April 3, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Exodus 4:10–12; Romans 12:1–2

Vespers is found on page 142 of the Lutheran Book of Worship (LBW). We also sing "Now Rest beneath Night's Shadow," hymn number 282 in the LBW.

Today's Scripture jigsaw

The Fourth Wednesday in Lent

March 30, 2022
Scripture Texts:  John 16:1–24

Sermon: Trajectory

Vespers is found on page 142 of the Lutheran Book of Worship. Our hymn this evening will be number 275, "O Trinity, O Blessed Light." Thanks to Elizabeth Baker for leading the service and to Pr. Tonya Brittain of Organ Lutheran Church for bringing the message. 

Here is an online jigsaw of this service's Scripture graphic.

The Fourth Sunday in Lent

March 27, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Isaiah 12:1–6; Psalm 32:1–11; 2 Corinthians 5:16–21; Luke 15:1–3, 11–32

Sermon: A New Kind of Creation

Today's service features the baptism of Jaxon Floyd Struble. The children's chatr will explore what it means to be baptized. 

The prelude, “O Sacred Head,” lets believers know that one “who dies believing, dies safely in [God's] love.” The Mens Choir sings an offertory entitled "Jesus, Gentle Lamb." The message is about what it means to be a "new creation." 

Try working this online jigsaw from today's lessons. 

Vespers

March 27, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Genesis 48:8–22; Romans 8:11–25; John 6:27–40

Sermon: Patient Hope

Vespers is found on page 142 of the Lutheran Book of Worship (LBW). We also sing "To You, before the Close of Day," hymn number 277 in the LBW.

Today's Scripture jigsaw

The Third Wednesday in Lent

March 23, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Isaiah 53:6; Psalm 116:1–19

Sermon: Giving Thanks for Suffering

Vespers is found on page 142 of the Lutheran Book of Worship. Our hymn this evening will be number 275, "O Trinity, O Blessed Light." Thanks to John Brock for leading the service and to Pr. Dawn Rister of Salem Lutheran Church for bringing the message. 

Here is an online jigsaw of this service's Scripture graqphic.. 

Third Sunday in Lent

March 20, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Ezekiel 33:7–20; Psalm 85: 1–12; 1 Corinthians 10:1–13; Luke 13:1–9

Sermon: A Real and Present Grace

Today's prelude, “O Sacred Head,” lets believers know that one “who dies believing, dies safely in Thy love.” The Senior Choir's anthem is entitled "Lenten Prayer." The message is about "A Real and Present Grace." 

Try working this online jigsaw from the lessons. 

Vespers

March 20, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Genesis 44:1–17; Romans 8:1–10; John 5:25–29

Sermon: No Condemnation

Vespers is found on page 142 of the Lutheran Book of Worship (LBW). We also sing "O Christ, You Are the Light and Day," hymn number 273 in the LBW.

Today's Scripture jigsaw

The Second Wednesday in Lent

March 16, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Hebrews 11:1; 1 Corinthians 15:1–11

Sermon: A Family of Faith Sharing the Gospel

Vespers is found on page 142 of the Lutheran Book of Worship. Our hymn this evening will be number 273, "O Christ, You Are the Light and Day." Thanks to Stan McConnell for leading the service and to George Barringer for bringing the message. 

Here is an online jigsaw of this service's Scripture graqphic.. 

The Second Sunday in Lent

March 13, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Jeremiah 26:8–15; Psalm 4:1–8; Philippians 3:17–4:1; Luke 13:31–35

Sermon: Message from Girl Scout, Chloe Lombard

Our service today is led by our Girl Scout Troop 743, under the direction of Alison Moore and Amy Barringer. The Children's Chat is given by Sophie Hoffner and Sara Barringer, and the sermon is given by Chloe Lombard.

The hymn text of the Prelude describes the Lord's death bitter Passion for our salvation. The anthem is “My Saviour, Jesus,” sung by our Men’s Choir. 

Try working this online jigsaw from the lessons. 

Vespers

March 13, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Romans 6:3–14; John 5:24

Sermon: Buried into Jesus’ Death

Vespers is found on page 142 of the Lutheran Book of Worship (LBW). We also sing "Now, All the Woods are Sleeping," hymn number 276 in the LBW.

Today's Scripture jigsaw

The First Wednesday in Lent

March 9, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Genesis 39:1–23; 1 Corinthians 2:14–3:15; Mark 2:1–12

Sermon: God Is with Us

Vespers is found on page 142 of the Lutheran Book of Worship. Our hymn this evening will be number 272, "Abide with Me."

Here is an online jigsaw of this service's Scripture graqphic.. 

The First Sunday in Lent

March 6, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Deuteronomy 26:1–11; Psalm 91:1–13; Romans 10:8b–13; Luke 4:1–13

Sermon: 10–8

Our service features Holy Communion, four substantial readings from the Word, prayers, a solo by Laura Brock titled, "How Great the Love," and organ music that includes “My Spirit Was in Heaviness” from Cantata 21 by J. S. Bach, describing in a minor, slow chorale prelude the dark days before his death.

The service also includes a chat with the children, and a message about how all is good because of where we place our trust. 

Here is today's Scripture jigsaw that you may work while you are waiting on the service to begin. 

Vespers

March 6, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Daniel 9:3–10; Hebrews 2:10–18; John 12:44–50

Sermon: The Turned Face of Lent

Vespers is found on page 142 of the Lutheran Book of Worship (LBW). We also sing "Now, All the Woods are Sleeping," hymn number 276 in the LBW.

Today's Scripture jigsaw

Ash Wednesday

March 2, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Amos 5:6–15; Hebrews 12:1–14; Luke 18:9–14

Sermon: Looking to Jesus

This evening's service begins a Lenten journey of repentance that leads up to Easter. Tonight, we show our repentance by recceiving the mark of the cross in ashes on the forehead. Our choir sings "Joyous Light of Glory" by Carl Schalk. There is a message about looking to Jesus, and Holy Communion concludes the service. 

Here is today's Scripture jigsaw that you may work while you are waiting on the service to begin. 

Transfiguration Sunday

February 27, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Deuteronomy 34:1–12; Psalm 99:1–9; Hebrews 3:1–6; Luke 9:28–36

Sermon: On Listening to Jesus

Our service today features readings from the Word, prayers, beautiful music — including Gustav Holt's "Thaxted" from "Jupiter," "The Planets" played by our organist, Connie Burleson — a chat with the children, and a message about listening to Jesus. 

Here is today's Scripture jigsaw that you may work while you are waiting on the service to begin. 

Vespers

February 27, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Malachi 4:1–6; 2 Corinthians 3:7–18; Luke 9:18–27

Sermon: Transfiguration

Vespers is found on page 142 of the Lutheran Book of Worship (LBW). We also sing "O Trinity, O Blessed Light," hymn number 275 in the LBW.

Today's Scripture jigsaw

Seventh Sunday after Epiphany

February 20, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Genesis 45:3–15; Psalm 103:1–13; 1 Corinthians 15:21–26, 30–42; Luke 6:27–38

Sermon: Do Good

Our service today features readings from the Word, prayers, beautiful music, a chat with the children, and a message about how God does not need our love. 

Here is today's Scripture jigsaw that you may work while you are waiting on the service to begin. 

Sixth Sunday after Epiphany

February 13, 2022

Our service today features readings from the Word, prayers, beautiful music, a chat with the children, and a message about how the Church of Christ is to live in a more excellent manner than the world. 

Here is today's Scripture jigsaw that you may work while you are waiting on the service to begin. 

Vespers

February 13, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Genesis 29:20–35; 1 Timothy 3:14–4:10

Sermon: Longsuffering Love

Vespers

February 6, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Genesis 24:50–67; 2 Timothy 2:14–21; Mark 10:13–22

Sermon: Ring the Bell

Fifth Sunday after Pentecost

February 5, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Isaiah 6:1–13; Psalm 138:1–8; 1 Corinthians 14:12b–20; Luke 5:1–11

Sermon: We’ve Already Done That


Our service today features readings from the Word, prayers, beautiful music, a chat with the children, and a message about how the Church of Christ is to live in a more excellent manner than the world. 

Here is today's Scripture jigsaw that you may work while you are waiting on the service to begin. 

The Fourth Sunday after Epiphany

January 30, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Jeremiah 1:4–10, 17–19; Psalm 71:1–11; 1 Corinthians 12:31b–13:13; Luke 4:31–44

Sermon: The Excellent Way


Our service today features readings from the Word, prayers, beautiful music, a chat with the children, and a message about how the Church of Christ is to live in a more excellent manner than the world. 

Here is today's Scripture jigsaw that you may work while you are waiting on the service to begin. 

Third Sunday after Epiphany

January 23, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Nehemiah 8:1–3, 5–6, 8–10; Psalm 19:1–14; 1 Corinthians 12:12–31a; Luke 4:16–30

Sermon: Blessed Are

Readings from the Word, prayers, a message about how to be blessed, beautiful music, a chat with any children who show up on a wintry Lord's Day. Today's Scripture jigsaw

Vespers

January 23, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Genesis 13:2-18; Galatians 2:1-10; Mark 7:31-37

Sermon: He Sighed

The Service of Evening Prayer is held in the parsonage (across the street from the church) on Sundays at 6:30pm. Come at 6:00 for the food and fellowship. The service is livestreamed Sundays at 6:30pm at https://www.facebook.com/StPaulsLCMC.

The Second Sunday after Epiphany

January 16, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Isaiah 62:1–5; Psalm 128:1–6; 1 Corinthians 12:1–11; John 2:1–11

Sermon: A New Name

Readings from the Word, prayers, a message about being given a new name in Jesus Christ, and Holy Communion are all in the order on this wintry Lord's Day. Today's Scripture jigsaw

The Baptism of Our Lord

January 9, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Isaiah 43:1–7; Psalm 29:1–11; Romans 6:1–11; Luke 3:15–22

Sermon: Alive Like Him

Readings from the Word, prayers, great music, a chat with the children, a message about being alive in Christ Jesus through baptism, and Holy Communion are all in the order today. Today's Scripture jigsaw

Vespers

January 9, 2022
Scripture Texts:  John 1:29–34

Sermon: The Lamb of God

The Service of Evening Prayer is held in the parsonage (across the street from the church) on Sundays at 6:30pm. Come at 6:00 for the food and fellowship. The service is livestreamed Sundays at 6:30pm at https://www.facebook.com/StPaulsLCMC.

The Second Sunday after Christmas

January 2, 2022
Scripture Texts:  1 Kings 3:4–15; Psalm 119:97–104; Ephesians 1:3–14; Luke 2:40–52

Sermon: Chosen to Be Blameless

Carols accompanied by guest organist, Laura Brock, readings for tne Word, prayers, a chat with the children, a message about how God chooses us, and Holy Communion are all in the order today. Today's Scripture jigsaw

Vespers

January 2, 2022
Scripture Texts:  Ephesians 4:1–16

Sermon: One

The Service of Evening Prayer is held in the parsonage (across the street from the church) on Sundays at 6:30pm. Come at 6:00 for the food and fellowship. The service is livestreamed Sundays at 6:30pm at https://www.facebook.com/StPaulsLCMC.

The First Sunday after Christmas

December 26, 2021
Scripture Texts:  Exodus 13:1–3a, 11–15; Psalm 111:1–10; Colossians 3:12–17; Luke 2:22–40

Sermon: The Redemption of the Firstborn

Today's service includes carols, a solo by John Brock, our Music Director, and a chat with the children and pastor. Today's Scripture jigsaw

Christmas Eve Children’s Service

December 24, 2021
Scripture Texts:  Isaiah 7:10–14; Psalm 110:1–4; 1 John 4:7-16; Matthew 1:18–25

Sermon: A Sign

The service will revolve around the children, who will light the candles, take up the offering, search for the Christ child, and be with Pastor Ryman pretty much throughout the service. A livestream will appear on this page at 7pm.

Christmas Eve

December 24, 2021
Scripture Texts:  Isaiah 9:2–7; Psalm 96:1–13; Titus 2:11–14; Luke 2:1–20

Sermon: The Appearing of Glory

This is a traditional service of carols, Holy Communion, and candlelight, punctuated by beautiful music from our organist and choir. A livestream will appear on this page at 10:30pm.

December 23 Christmas Pageant

December 23, 2021

This year's Christmas pageant is "A Grown-Up Christmas Wish," written by Joyce Wilhelm. Join our cast and crew of 75 as they bring to life the biblical nativity story. Pastor Ryman narrates this pageant heralding the birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, through Scripture and music. 

December 22 Christmas Pageant

December 22, 2021

This year's Christmas pageant is "A Grown-Up Christmas Wish," written by Joyce Wilhelm. Join our cast and crew of 75 as they bring to life the biblical nativity story. Pastor Ryman narrates this pageant heralding the birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, through Scripture and music. 

The Fourth Sunday in Advent

December 19, 2021
Scripture Texts:  Micah 5:2–5a; Psalm 80:1–7; Hebrews 10:5–10; Luke 1:39–56

Sermon: This One

Today's highlights: the lighting of the first four Advent candles by the Aldridge family, beautiful music by our organist, Connie Burleson, an anthem by our choir under the direction of John Brock, a chat with the children, and the Advent reminder of whom we await: "this One." 

Today's Scripture Jigsaw

The Third Sunday in Advent

December 12, 2021
Scripture Texts:  Zephaniah 3:14–20; Psalm 85:1–13; Philippians 4:4–7; Luke 7:18–35

Sermon: An Advent Perspective

Today's highlights: the lighting of the first three Advent candles by the Newsome family, beautiful music by our organist (and harpist!), Connie Burleson, an anthem by our choir under the direction of John Brock, a chat with the children, and the reminder that Christians are given a different perspective on life, even in the midst of troubles and devastation. 

Today's Scripture Jigsaw

Vespers

December 12, 2021
Scripture Texts:  2 Thessalonians 2:1–3, 13–17

Sermon: Chosen

The Service of Evening Prayer is held in the parsonage (across the street from the church) on Sundays at 6:30pm. Come at 6:00 for the food and fellowship. The service is livestreamed Sundays at 6:30pm at https://www.facebook.com/StPaulsLCMC.

The Second Sunday in Advent

December 5, 2021
Scripture Texts:  Malachi 3:1–7b; Psalm 66:1–12; Philippians 1:2–11; Luke 3:1–20

Sermon: The Day of the Lord

Today's highlights: the lighting of the first two Advent candles by the Whisnant family, beautiful music by our organist, Connie Burleson, a solo by Laura Brock with John Brock at the piano, a chat with the children, and the promise that God, who began a good work in us through faith in Christ Jesus, will bring it to completion on the Day of the Lord. 

Vespers

December 5, 2021
Scripture Texts:  2 Thessalonians 1:5–12

Sermon: The Work Is His

The Service of Evening Prayer is held in the parsonage (across the street from the church) on Sundays at 6:30pm. Come at 6:00 for the food and fellowship. Also livestreamed at https://www.facebook.com/StPaulsLCMC.

The First Sunday of Advent

November 28, 2021
Scripture Texts:  Jeremiah 33:14-16; Psalm 25:1-10; 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13; Luke 21:25-36

Sermon: Taking a Stand

Today's highlights: the dedication of a new Advent wreath, beautiful music by our organist, Connie Burleson, an anthem by our choir under the direction of John Brock, a chat with the children, and the promise of God's Word, that our Redemption draws near. 

Vespers

November 28, 2021
Scripture Texts:  1 Thessalonians 5:1–11; Luke 21:5–19

Sermon: Opportunity

The Service of Evening Prayer is held in the parsonage (across the street from the church) on Sundays at 6:30pm. Come at 6:00 for the food and fellowship. Also livestreamed at https://www.facebook.com/StPaulsLCMC.

Thanksgiving Eve

November 24, 2021
Scripture Texts:  Deuteronomy 8:1-10; Psalm 67:1-7; Philippians 4:6-20; Luke 17:11-19

Sermon: Giving Thanks

The Church’s business is thanks and praise for all things. We must always be mindful of our leprous, sinful condition, and that God has healed us by his stripes (Isaiah 53:4-5). Return to the Lord and give him thanks and praise.

Christ the King

November 21, 2021
Scripture Texts:  Isaiah 51:4–6; Psalm 93:1–5; Revelation 1:4b–8; Mark 13:24–37

Sermon: One Reality

We focus today, this last Sunday lf the church year, upon Jesus Christ as King of kings. 

Vespers

November 21, 2021
Scripture Texts:  Isaiah 19:19–25; Romans 15:5–13

Sermon: Hope through Faith

The Service of Evening Prayer is held in the parsonage (across the street from the church) on Sundays at 6:30pm. Come at 6:00 for the food and fellowship. 

25th Sunday after Pentecost

November 14, 2021
Scripture Texts:  Daniel 12:1–3; Psalm 16:1–11; Hebrews 10:11–25; Mark 13:1–13

Sermon: What's in Your Heart?

Although our annual congregational meeting seems to interrupt the beginning of the service, we pray you will stick around for the Word, the music (featuring our Men's Choir), and the joy of our children meeting with their pastor. 

Vespers

November 14, 2021
Scripture Texts:  Acts 20:7–12; Luke 12:22–31

Sermon: Don't Be Anxious

The Service of Evening Prayer is held in the parsonage (across the street from the church) on Sundays at 6:30pm. Come at 6:00 for the food and fellowship. 

All Saints Sunday

November 7, 2021
Scripture Texts:  Revelation 7:9–17; Psalm 149:1–9; 1 John 3:1-3; Matthew 5:1-12

Sermon: The Inside-Out

The focus of our service today is Holy Communion. As you wait for the service to begin, consider watching this 5-minute devotion about the Lord's Supper, written by Martin Luther. Kristie Ward, from Naomi's Heart Mission in the Philippines, brings our children's message today. We will also remember those who have died among us in the last year, whom Christ has made saints by his death and resurrection. During announcements, we will also recognize our veterans. 

Vespers

November 7, 2021
Scripture Texts:  Hebrews 11:32–12:2; Revelation 21:22–22:5

Sermon: Perfect!

The Service of Evening Prayer is held in the parsonage on Sundays at 6:30pm. Come at 6:00 for the food and fellowship. 

Vespers

November 3, 2021

This Sunday, November 7th, Susan and Pastor Mark begin hosting Vespers in the parsonage. You are invited to join them at 6pm for finger food, fellowship, and Evening Prayer...and then a little more fellowship afterward. The service will begin at 6:30 and be live-streamed on the church's website. Just click services at the top of any page. 

206 St. Paul Church Rd., Salisbury, NC (across the street from the church)

You are encouraged to park on the Faith side of the house in the grass (not on the drive) or across the street in the church parking lot. Acorns are still falling on the Old Concord side of the parsonage. 

 

Reformation Sunday

October 31, 2021
Scripture Texts:  Revelation 14:6–7; Psalm 46:1-11; Romans 3:19-28; John 8:31-36

Sermon: Steadfast Lutherans

The centerpiece of today's service is Holy Communion. We also welcome 16 new members into our congregation: Don and Betty Camerlin, Larry and Tricia Clark, Wayne and Jaudon Cline, Susan Cruz, Randall and Susan Faggart, Autumn Hill, Keith, Amy, and Sophie Hoffner, Rex and Lisa Phelps, and Matthew Yattaw.

As always, there is beautiful music by our organist, Connie Burleson, and by our choir, under the direction of John Brock, as well as the pastor's chat with the children, and a message. This week's sermon is about being steadfast in the Word. 

The 22nd Sunday After Pentecost

October 24, 2021
Scripture Texts:  Jeremiah 31:7-9; Psalm 126:1-6; Hebrews 7:23-28; Mark 10:46-52

Sermon: Going My Way?

Today's service features beautiful music by our organist, Connie Burleson, a chat with the children about seeing in the dark, and a message about whom we follow.