by Shelly | Sep 23, 2021 | Sermons
God’s work of love done differently Being open to new Someone who isn’t part of Jesus’ own circle is casting out demons in Jesus’ name, and the disciples want him stopped. They appeal to Jesus, as Joshua did to Moses about the elders who prophesied without...
by Shelly | Sep 10, 2021 | Sermons
Faith like a child Humility and service as the path to “greatness” Today we hear James warn against selfish ambition, while the disciples quarrel over which one of them is the greatest. Jesus tells them the way to be great is to serve. Then, to make it...
by Shelly | Sep 10, 2021 | Sermons
Take up your cross to follow Jesus Suffering to provide life Three weeks ago we heard Peter’s confession of faith as told in John’s gospel. This week we hear Mark’s version, when Peter says, “You are the Messiah.” In John, the stumbling block is Jesus’ invitation to...
by Shelly | Sep 3, 2021 | Announcements
God’s Work Our HandsGod’s Work, Our Hands Sunday is September 12, after worship! We will gather for lunch, and then head out to projects.Our projects this year focus on care for creation. We are volunteering at Starker Arts Garden for Education...
by Shelly | Sep 1, 2021 | Announcements
IN THE SYNOD Camp Noah at Camp Lutherwood Oregon, held from August 8-12, was a great success! We welcomed 17 middle school campers who all enjoyed their week at camp. Using an adapted version of the Camp Noah curriculum, campers and staff had deep conversations...