May 20, 2019 | Pastor's Corner
In our liturgy each week something happens after the prayers and prior to Holy Communion that is normal for us Lutherans, but might seem odd to visitors. We call it the “Sharing of Peace”. Many denominations practice this ritual during worship, while many others...
Apr 8, 2019 | Pastor's Corner
Imagine life without Easter. No rebirth, no renewal, no new life. Imagine what it would be like for leaves to fall from a tree, and those branches remain barren the rest of its life. Imagine what it would be like for a flower to die in winter, and never bloom again...
Apr 8, 2019 | Pastor's Corner
The season of Lent arrives in 2019 a bit later than normal. February has seemed rather strange without Ash Wednesday. But fear not, Lent is coming. This important season of the church year was not forgotten. But is it really all that important? For some, it’s...
Jan 17, 2019 | Pastor's Corner
Yes, Thanksgiving takes place in November. But Thanksgiving has been on my mind during these cold and snowy days of winter. Not because I’m craving turkey and dressing, or that I need a pumpkin pie fix. Thanksgiving is on my mind because of those two words: Thanks...
Jan 7, 2019 | Pastor's Corner
As we ring in 2019, we realize how thankful we are for all that we have been given. We live in a beautiful part of the world and we are thankful for creation. We are thankful for family and friends. We are also thankful for the church, our faith, and the fellowship...
Jan 7, 2019 | Pastor's Corner
It’s that time of the year. The turkey, dressing, and gravy were terrific but now our sights are set on something much bigger – CHRISTMAS! Suddenly, the music in stores has changed, decorations are being put up, lights are popping up everywhere, and the season of...
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