I find the way John describes Jesus being revealed quite fascinating. There’s a real sense of wonder and delight as John says, “I myself did not know who the Messiah was. I went along doing my job and minding my own business: baptizing folks in...
In short, the book of Acts, chapter 10, verses 38-43 tells Christians all they need to know. To start with, the verses explain why Baptism is considered one of only two sacraments recognized by the church. By definition, a sacrament is something ordained or instituted...
WELCOME to MESSIAH & ST. PETER LUTHERAN CHURCHES Reverend Nancy Brody, Pastor Greta Wright, Music Director Sunday, January 8, 2023 Baptism of Our Lord GREETING AND ANNOUNCEMENTS PRELUDE CONFESSION AND FORGIVENESS Blessed be the holy Trinity, ☩ one God, who makes all things new, whose mercy endures forever. Amen. Trusting in God’s mercy, let us confess...
WELCOME to MESSIAH & ST. PETER LUTHERAN CHURCHES Reverend Nancy Brody, Pastor Greta Wright, Music Director Sunday, January 1, 2023 First Sunday of Christmas GREETING AND ANNOUNCEMENTS PRELUDE CONFESSION AND FORGIVENESS Page 56 ENTRANCE HYMN Go Tell It on the Mountain #70 KYRIE and HYMN OF PRAISE Pages 57-58 This Is...
Christmas lectionary readings speak to both the birth and death of hope. In brand new people, relationships and life endeavors, hope is born… before fear of things not working out are introduced through additional players and other forces coming to bear. In Joseph and Mary there’s...
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Isaiah 62:8 says, “The Lord has sworn by his right hand and by his mighty arm.” Remember the ways that we, as kids, used to swear oaths? I remember saying or hearing this more than once, do you? “Cross my heart and hope to die,...
WELCOME TO MESSIAH & ST. PETER LUTHERAN CHURCHES 3 Church Street, Halifax, Pa. 17032 Phone 362-4597 The Reverend Nancy Brody, Pastor Greta Wright, Music Director Sunday, December 25, 2022 Christmas Day GREETING AND ANNOUNCEMENTS PRELUDE THE NATIVITY OF OUR LORD The Lighting of the Christ Child Candle Incarnate God, on this Christmas Day we give you...
Everything is under control. Ahaz was king of Judah 700 years before Christ was born. As a man, he wearied God by not asking for a sign though encouraged by the Lord himself to do so. Nonetheless, he wasn’t abandoned; God delivered a message to him...
WELCOME TO MESSIAH & ST. PETER LUTHERAN CHURCHES 3 Church Street, Halifax, PA 17032 Phone 362-4597 The Reverend Nancy Brody, Pastor Greta Wright, Music Director Sunday, December 18, 2022 Fourth Sunday of Advent GREETING AND ANNOUNCEMENTS PRELUDE LIGHTING OF THE ADVENT CANDLE MESSIAH SUNDAY SCHOOL PROGRAM APOSTOLIC GREETING Page 57 PRAYER OF THE DAY Stir up your power,...