Second Sunday of Easter

April 12, 2026

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

Join us in our service of worship at 10:30am that includes a message about God's peace in times of trouble from Pastor Ryman, sacred music, readings from the four major sections of the Holy Bible, the Lord's Supper, and a chat with our children and Pastor Lord.

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The Resurrection of Our Lord

April 5, 2026

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

Sermon: Come and See; Go and Tell

Join us in our service of worship Easter Sunday at 10:30am that includes a message from Pastor Lord, sacred music, readings from the four major sections of the Holy Bible, the Lord's Supper, and a chat with our children and Pastor Ryman.

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

Join us in our service of worship Sunday at 10:30am that includes a message from our guest minister, Rev. Dr. Steve King, as well as sacred music, readings from the four major sections of the Holy Bible, the baptism of Nolan Reid Smith, the Lord's Supper, and a chat with our children and Pastor Ryman.

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Fifth Sunday after Epiphany

February 5, 2026

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

Sermon: God's Salt

The Church of Christ is to exercise its transformed nature, its saltiness, in a world that just doesn’t get it, that considers God's salt foolishness. Join us in worship Sunday at 10:30am that includes a message from Pastor Ryman about God's salt, as well as sacred music, readings from the four major sections of the Holy Bible, the Lord's Supper, and a chat with our children and Pastor Lord.

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Fourth Sunday after Epiphany

January 30, 2026

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

Sermon: The Word of the Cross

Because over a foot of snow fell on St. Paul's yesterday, there will be no service today (either in-person or streamed). However, a sermon is posted below.

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Third Sunday after Epiphany

January 22, 2026

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

Sermon: Leaving the Dark Lands

Because of the icy conditions, there will be no service today (either in-person or streamed). However, a sermon is posted below.

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Second Sunday after Epiphany

January 16, 2026

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

Sermon: Come and See

Join us in worship Sunday at 10:30am that includes a message from Pastor Lord, sacred music, readings from the four major sections of the Holy Bible, the Lord's Supper, and a chat with our children and Pastor Ryman.

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The Baptism of Our Lord

January 8, 2026

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

Sermon: The Voice Over the Waters

If you could hear God speak, would you rush to hear him? Where would we go to hear him? Join us in worship Sunday at 10:30am that includes a message from Pastor Ryman about how we hear the only God, as well as sacred music, readings from the four major sections of the Holy Bible, the Lord's Supper, and a chat with our children.

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Epiphany of Our Lord

December 31, 2025

Scripture Texts: Isaiah 60:1–6; Psalm 72:1–15; Ephesians 3:1–12; Matthew 2:1–12

Sermon: The Divine Secret

Join us in worship Sunday at 10:30am that includes a message from Pastor Ryman about the mystery of the gospel, as well as sacred music, readings from the four major sections of the Holy Bible, the Lord's Supper, the baptism of Jacob Cannon, and a chat with our children and Pastor Lord.

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First Sunday after Christmas

December 28, 2025

Scripture Texts: Isaiah 63:7–14; Psalm 111:1–10; Galatians 4:4–7; Matthew 2:13–23

Sermon: God’s Unfailing Grace

Join us in worship Sunday at 10:30am that includes a message from Pastor Lord about the unfailing grace of God, as well as sacred music, readings from the four major sections of the Holy Bible, the Lord's Supper, and a chat with our children and Pastor Ryman.

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Christmas Eve Candlelight Service

December 24, 2025

A service of candlelight and carols, featuring Gemütlichkeit: ginger snap cookies served with mulled cider in a hand-turned mug you may take home with you.

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Fourth Sunday in Advent

December 21, 2025

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

Sermon: Imagine

Join us in worship Sunday at 10:30am for a message from Pastor Ryman about the embarrassed faith of the incarnation, as well as sacred music, readings from the four major sections of the Holy Bible, the Lord's Supper, and a chat with our children and Pastor Lord who will be handing our Christmas presents made by Lewis Brendle to those children.

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Wednesday of the Third Sunday of Advent

December 17, 2025

Join us for a soup and sandwich supper at 6pm. Stay for worship at 7pm when we will sing Vespers, our evening prayer service, that includes sacred hymns, prayers, three readings from the Holy Bible, a teaching from Pastor Ryman about why love keeps the flame burning.

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Third Sunday in Advent

December 14, 2025

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

Sermon: The Highway of Holiness

There is a way through this wilderness of life. The highway of holiness is not about getting ahead, being fastest, or being first. It is not navigated in rage but in the love of following he who is the Way. Join us in worship Sunday at 10:30am for a message from Pastor Ryman about God's highway of holiness, as well as sacred music, readings from the four major sections of the Holy Bible, the Lord's Supper, and a chat with our children and Pastor Lord.

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Wednesday of the Second Sunday of Advent

December 10, 2025

Scripture Texts: Amos 8:1–14; Revelation 1:17–2:7; Matthew 23:1–12

Join us for a soup and sandwich supper at 6pm. Stay for worship at 7pm when we will sing Vespers, our evening prayer service, that includes sacred hymns, prayers, three readings from the Holy Bible, a teaching from Pastor Ryman about why love keeps the flame burning.

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Second Sunday in Advent

December 7, 2025

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

Sermon: The Goal of the Gospel

What is the purpose of the Gospel? What do you think people should get out of it?. Join us in worship Sunday at 10:30am for a message from Pastor Ryman about the goal of the Gospel, as well as sacred music, readings from the four major sections of the Holy Bible, the Lord's Supper, and a chat with our children and Pastor Lord.

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Wednesday of the First Sunday of Advent

December 3, 2025

Scripture Texts: Amos 3:12–4:5; 2 Peter 3:1–10; Matthew 21:23–32

Join us for a soup and sandwich supper at 6pm. Stay for worship at 7pm when we will sing Vespers, our evening prayer service, that includes sacred hymns, prayers, three readings from the Holy Bible, a teaching from Pastor Ryman about what will happen when the last day, the Day of the Lord, comes.

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First Sunday in Advent

November 30, 2025

Scripture Texts: Isaiah 2:1–5; Psalm 122:1-9; Romans 13:8–14; Matthew 24:36–44

Sermon: Clothed in the Light of the World

The Lord is coming so it's time to put on the right clothes. Join us in worship Sunday at 10:30am for a message from Pastor Ryman about being clothed in the Light of the World, as well as sacred music, readings from the four major sections of the Holy Bible, the Lord's Supper, and a chat with our children and Pastor Lord.

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October 3, 2025

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

Join us Sunday at 10:30am for worship featuring sacred music, readings from the four major sections of the Holy Bible, the Lord's Supper, a chat with our children, and a message from Lisa Lord.

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Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost

September 25, 2025

Scripture Texts: Amos 6:1–7; Psalm 146:1–9; 1 Timothy 3:1–13; Luke 16:19–31

Sermon: The Porch Swing

Join us Sunday at 10:30am for worship featuring sacred music, readings from the four major sections of the Holy Bible, the Lord's Supper, a chat with our children, and a message about what really matters in life.

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Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost

September 21, 2025

Scripture Texts: Amos 8:4–7; Psalm 113:1–9; 1 Timothy 2:1–15; Luke 16:1–15

Sermon: True Riches

Join us Sunday at 10:30am for worship featuring sacred music, readings from the four major sections of the Holy Bible, the Lord's Supper, a chat with our children, and a message about true riches.

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Homecoming

September 14, 2025

Scripture Texts: Ezekiel 34:11–24; Psalm 119:169–176; 1 Timothy 1:5–17; Luke 15:1–10

Sermon: Rescue for Sinners

Join us Sunday at 10:30am for worship featuring sacred music, readings from the four major sections of the Holy Bible, the Lord's Supper, a chat with our children, and a message about how God seeks and saves lost sinners.

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Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost

September 7, 2025

Scripture Texts: Deuteronomy 30:15–20; Psalm 1:1–6; Philemon 1–21; Luke 14:25–35

Sermon: The High Cost of Discipleship

Join us Sunday at 10:30am for worship featuring sacred music, readings from the four major sections of the Holy Bible, the Lord's Supper, a chat with our children, and a message from God's Word by Pastor Lord.

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Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost

August 31, 2025

Scripture Texts: Proverbs 25:2–10; Psalm 131:1–3; Hebrews 13:1–17; Luke 14:1–14

Sermon: A Calm and Quiet Soul

Join us Sunday at 10:30am for worship featuring sacred music, readings from the four major sections of the Holy Bible, the Lord's Supper, a chat with our children and Pastor Lord, and a message by Pastor Ryman about how to have a calm heart and a quiet soul in times of trouble.

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Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost

August 23, 2025

Scripture Texts: Isaiah 66:18–23; Psalm 50:1–15; Hebrews 12:4–29; Luke 13:22–30

Sermon: The Sign of the Cross

Join us Sunday at 10:30am for worship featuring sacred music, readings from the four major sections of the Holy Bible, the Lord's Supper, a chat with our children and Pastor Lord, and a message by Pastor Ryman about the sign that directs us to God's kingdom.

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Tenth Sunday after Pentecost

August 17, 2025

Scripture Texts: Jeremiah 23:16–29; Psalm 119:81–88; Hebrews 11:17–12:3; Luke 12:49–56

Sermon: Peril and Promise

Join us Sunday at 10:30am for worship featuring sacred music, readings from the four major sections of the Holy Bible, the Lord's Supper, a chat with our children and Pastor Lord, and a message by Pastor Ryman about God's wrath and grace.

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Ninth Sunday after Pentecost

August 10, 2025

Scripture Texts: Genesis 15:1–6; Psalm 33:12–22; Hebrews 11:1–16; Luke 12:22–40

Sermon: Seek the Kingdom

Join us Sunday at 10:30am for worship featuring sacred music, readings from the four major sections of the Holy Bible, the Lord's Supper, a chat with our children, and a message by Pastor Lord about seeking God's kingdom.

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Eighth Sunday after Pentecost

August 3, 2025

Scripture Texts: Ecclesiastes 1:2, 12–14, 2:18–26; Psalm 100:1–5; Colossians 3:1–11; Luke 12:13–21

Sermon: Riches in Christ

Join us Sunday at 10:30am for worship featuring sacred music, readings from the four major sections of the Holy Bible, the Lord's Supper, a chat with our children and Pastor Lord, and a message from Pastor Ryman about what possesses us.

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Seventh Sunday After Pentecost

July 27, 2025

Scripture Texts: Genesis 18:17–33; Psalm 138:1–8; Colossians 2:6–19; Luke 11:1–13

Sermon: Our Daily Bread

Join us Sunday at 10:30am for worship featuring sacred music, readings from the four major sections of the Holy Bible, the Lord's Supper, a chat with our children, and a message from Pastor Ryman about the best bread there ever was.

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Sixth Sunday after Pentecost

July 20, 2025

Scripture Texts: Genesis 18:1–14; Psalm 27:1–14; Colossians 1:21–29; Luke 10:38–42

Sermon: Are You Distracted?

Join us Sunday at 10:30am for worship featuring sacred music, readings from the four major sections of the Holy Bible, the Lord's Supper, a chat with our children and Pastor Lord, and a message from Pastor Ryman about freedom from the distractions of life.

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Fifth Sunday after Pentecost

July 13, 2025

Scripture Texts: Leviticus 18:1–5, 19:9–18; Psalm 41; Colossians 1:1-14; Luke 10:25–37

Sermon: The Word of Truth

Join us Sunday at 10:30am for worship featuring sacred music, readings from the four major sections of the Holy Bible, the Lord's Supper, a chat with our children, and a message from Pastor Ryman about the hope we have laid up in heaven.

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Fourth Sunday after Pentecost

July 6, 2025

Scripture Texts: Isaiah 66:10–14; Psalm 66:1–7; Galatians 6:1–10, 14–18;Luke 10:1–20

Sermon: Appointed and Sent

Join us Sunday at 10:30am for worship featuring sacred music, readings from the four major sections of the Holy Bible, the Lord's Supper, a chat with our children and Pastor Ryman, and a message from Pastor Lord about the gospel harvest.

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Third Sunday after Pentecost

June 29, 2025

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

Sermon: Follow Him

Join us Sunday at 10:30am for worship featuring sacred music, our VBS kids sharing their songs, readings from the Holy Bible, the Lord's Supper, a chat with our children, and a message from Pastor Lord about the gospel harvest.

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Second Sunday after Pentecost

June 22, 2025

Scripture Texts: Isaiah 65:1–9; Psalm 3:1–8; Galatians 3:23–4:7; Luke 8:26–39

Sermon: Clothed

Join us Sunday at 10:30am for worship featuring sacred music, our VBS kids sharing their songs, readings from the Holy Bible, the Lord's Supper, a chat with our children and Pastor Lord, and a message from Pastor Ryman about being sane in an insane world.

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Trinity Sunday

June 15, 2025

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

Sermon: “Let Us Thus Think”

Join us Sunday at 10:30am for worship featuring sacred music, readings from the Holy Bible, the Lord's Supper, a chat with our children, and a message from Pastor Ryman about what we must believe in order to be saved.

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April 20, 2025

Scripture Texts: Isaiah 65:17–25; Psalm 16:1–11; 1 Corinthians 15:19–26; Luke 24:1–12

Sermon: The Sum of the Doctrine

Join us Sunday at 7:00am in the cemetery for Sunrise Service led by Pastor Lord. Have breakfast with our youth and their families, who are cooking and serving breakfast after the service in the fellowship hall. Then be with us at 10:30am for worship featuring sacred music with trumpet accompaniment, readings from the Holy Bible, the Lord's Supper, a chat with our children and Pastor Lord, and a message from Pastor Ryman about the sum of the gospel.

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Palm Sunday

April 13, 2025

Scripture Texts: Deuteronomy 32:36–39; Psalm 118:19–29; Philippians 2:5–11; Luke 22:1–23:56

Sermon: The Strength of His Might

Join us Sunday at 10:30am for worship featuring sacred music, readings from the Holy Bible, the Lord's Supper, a chat with our children and Pastor Lord, and message from Pastor Ryman about the strength of God's might.

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Fifth Sunday in Lent

April 6, 2025

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

Sermon: The Goal

Join us Sunday at 10:30am for worship featuring sacred music, readings from the Holy Bible, the Lord's Supper, a chat with our children, and message from Pastor Lord about the goal of life.

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Fourth Sunday in Lent

March 30, 2025

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

Sermon: Be Reconciled to God

Join us Sunday at 10:30am for worship featuring sacred music, readings from the Holy Bible, the Lord's Supper, a chat with our children from Pastor Ryman, and message about being reconciled to God from Pastor Lord.

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Third Sunday in Lent

March 23, 2025

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

Sermon: Clinging to the Righteous Rock

Join us Sunday at 10:30am for worship featuring sacred music, readings from the Holy Bible, the Lord's Supper, a chat with our children from Pastor Lord, and message about being righteous from Pastor Ryman.

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Second Sunday in Lent

March 16, 2025

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

Sermon: What Scares You?

Join us Sunday at 10:30am for worship featuring sacred music, readings from the Holy Bible, the Lord's Supper, Angela Breidenback of Spiritual Orphans Network (SON) talking with our children, and message for all from Rev. David Breidenback of SON.

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First Sunday in Lent

March 9, 2025

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

Sermon: Naomi's Heart Mission

Join us Sunday at 10:30am for worship featuring sacred music, readings from the Holy Bible, Holy Communion, a chat with our children and message for all from Kristie Ward of Naomi's Heart Mission in the Philippines.

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Ash Wednesday

March 5, 2025

Scripture Texts: Joel 2:12–19; 2 Corinthians 5:20b–6:10; Matthew 6:1–13

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December 29, 2024

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

Join us Sunday at 10:30am for worship featuring sacred music, an anthem by our Adult Choir, readings from the Holy Bible, Holy Communion, a chat with our children, and a message from the Bible by our Associate Pastor, Brian Lord.

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Fourth Sunday of Advent

December 22, 2024

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

Sermon: A Better Way

Join us today at 10:30am for worship featuring readings from the Holy Bible, Holy Baptism, Holy Communion, sacred music, an Advent anthem by our Adult Choir, a chat with our children, and a message from the Bible about how God has provided a better way than religion for people to be saved.

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Third Sunday of Advent

December 15, 2024

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

Sermon: You Can't Make Some People Happy

Join us Sunday at 10:30am for worship featuring sacred music, readings from the Holy Bible, Holy Communion, a chat with our children, and a biblical message about why you just can't make some people happy.

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Second Sunday of Advent

December 8, 2024

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

Sermon: by Rev. Leslie Haines

Join us Sunday at 10:30am for worship featuring sacred music, readings from the Holy Bible, Holy Communion, a chat with our children and Patrick Dooly (am English Cream Golden Retriever comfort dog), and a message of hope from Chaplain Leslie Haines from Lutheran Military Veterans and Families Ministries.

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First Sunday of Advent

November 29, 2024

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

Sermon: by Pastor Brian Lord

Join us Sunday at 10:30am for worship featuring sacred music, readings from the Holy Bible, Holy Communion, and a message of hope from Pastor Brian.

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Christ the King

November 24, 2024

Scripture Texts: Daniel 7:9–10; Psalm 93:1–5; Revelation 1:4b–8; John 18:33–37

Sermon: A Thousand Years

Join us Sunday at 10:30am for worship featuring sacred music, readings from the Holy Bible, Holy Communion, and a Bible message about the kingdom of the King of kings.

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October 27, 2024

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

Join us Sunday at 10:30am for worship featuring sacred music, special music from our children, readings from the Holy Bible, and Holy Communion. The sermon is from Pastor Brian and is about why we are Lutherans.

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Twenty-second Sunday after Pentecost

October 20, 2024

Scripture Texts: Ecclesiastes 5:10–20; Psalm 119:9–16; Hebrews 4:1–16; Mark 10:23–31

Sermon: It's Not a Lottery

Join us Sunday at 10:30am for worship featuring sacred music, special music with Clara Canup as soloist with our adult choir, readings from the Holy Bible, and Holy Communion. Today's sermon is about trusting God by following Jesus instead of trusting in our "riches."

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Twenty-first Sunday after Pentecost

October 13, 2024

Scripture Texts: Amos 5:6–7, 10–15; Psalm 90:12–17; Hebrews 3:12–19; Mark 10:17–22

Sermon: The Wise, Wealthy, and Washed

Join us Sunday at 10:30am for worship featuring sacred music, readings from the Holy Bible, and Holy Communion. Our new Associate Pastor, Brian Lord, will preach.

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June 30, 2024

Scripture Texts: Lamentations 3:22–33; Psalm 30:1–12; 2 Corinthians 8:1–15; Mark 5:21–43

Join us Sunday 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 Rev. Julie Smith who teaches at St. Paul Lutheran Seminary and is on staff with the LCMC.

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Fifth Sunday after Pentecost

June 23, 2024

Scripture Texts: Job 38:1–11; Psalm 124:1–8; 2 Corinthians 6:1–13; Mark 4:35–41

Sermon: Weathering the Storm

Join us Sunday at 10:30am for our service of worship, featuring lessons from the Holy Scripture, the Lord's Supper, music from our VBS kids, a chat with our children, and a biblical message about what to do in the storms of life.

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Fourth Sunday after Pentecost

June 16, 2024

Scripture Texts: Ezekiel 17:22–24; Psalm 1:1–6; 2 Corinthians 5:1–17; Mark 4:26–34

Sermon: The Second Petition

Join us Sunday 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 biblical message about the kingdom of God.

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Third Sunday after Pentecost

June 9, 2024

Scripture Texts: Genesis 3:8–15; Psalm 130:1–8; 2 Corinthians 4:13–5:1; Mark 3:20–35

Sermon: Looking Beyond the Moment

Join us Sunday 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 biblical message about looking beyond the moment.

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Second Sunday after Pentecost

June 2, 2024

Scripture Texts: Deuteronomy 5:12–15; Psalm 81:1–10; 2 Corinthians 4:5–12; Mark 2:23–3:6

Sermon: The Face of Jesus

Join us Sunday 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 biblical message about the face of Jesus.

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The Holy Trinity

May 26, 2024

Scripture Texts: Isaiah 6:1–8; Psalm 29:1–11; Acts 2:14a, 22–36; John 3:1–17

Sermon: The Voice of the Lord

Join us Trinity Sunday 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 Pastor Ryman, and a biblical message about the voice of the Lord.

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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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Good Friday

March 29, 2024

Scripture Texts: Isaiah 52:13–53:12

Sermon: Why It's a Good Friday

Join us at 7:00pm for our Good Friday service of worship featuring lessons from the Holy Scripture, sacred hymns and music, and a message from today's Bible lessons on why this particular Friday is so good.

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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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First Sunday in Lent

February 18, 2024

Scripture Texts: Genesis 22:1–18; Psalm 25:1–10; James 1:12–18; Mark 1:9–15

Sermon: The Faith of Abraham

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

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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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Christmas Eve Candlelight Service

December 24, 2023

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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Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost

October 15, 2023

Scripture Texts: Isaiah 25:6–9; Psalm 23:1–6; Philippians 4:4–13; Matthew 22:1–14

Sermon: Naomi's Heart Mission

Join us in our service of worship service featuring lessons from the Holy Scripture, Holy Communion, sacred music, and a message from Kristie Ward of Naomi's Heart Mission.

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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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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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

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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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 Eve Candlelight Service

December 24, 2022

This evening's worship at 7:00pm is a service of lessons and carols and special music by our Men's Choir.

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

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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.

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

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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.

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

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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.

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

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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.

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

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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.

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

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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.

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

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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.

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

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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."

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

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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.

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

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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.

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

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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.

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

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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.

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

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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

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.

Seventh Sunday after Pentecost

July 24, 2022

Scripture Texts: Leviticus 19:1–12; Psalm 8:1–9; James 5:7–12; Matthew 5:33–37

Sermon: What's in a Name?

Today's service features our VBS kids singing the offertories.

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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

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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."

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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.

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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."

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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.

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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."

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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.

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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.

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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."

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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."

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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.

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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.

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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

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.

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