Jesus frames time and the activities therein using three qualifiers: today, tomorrow and the day that follows. Today, tomorrow and the day after that comprise the extent of his concern for now. What is of utmost significance must take place in order. His workload entails casting...
WELCOME to MESSIAH & ST. PETER LUTHERAN CHURCHES The Reverend Nancy Brody, Pastor Greta Wright, Organist Sunday, March 16, 2025 Second Sunday In Lent ANNOUNCEMENTS PRELUDE BRIEF ORDER OF CONFESSION AND FORGIVENESS In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. Almighty God, to whom all hearts...
Temptation and trials are times not only of testing, but of preparation. They are necessary exercises during which individuals establish their identity and confirm their character. But who wants to go through such times? No one. Yet we do and Jesus did. When scripture says, “Being...
WELCOME to MESSIAH & ST. PETER LUTHERAN CHURCHES The Reverend Nancy Brody, Pastor Greta Wright, Organist Sunday, March 9, 2025 First Sunday In Lent ANNOUNCEMENTS PRELUDE BRIEF ORDER OF CONFESSION AND FORGIVENESS In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. Almighty God, to whom all hearts...
Therefore, since it is by God’s mercy that we are engaged in this ministry, we do not lose heart. We have renounced the shameful things that one hides; we refuse to practice cunning or to falsify God’s word; but by the open statement of the...
WELCOME to MESSIAH & ST. PETER LUTHERAN CHURCHES The Reverend Nancy Brody, Pastor Greta Wright, Organist Sunday, March 2, 2025 Transfiguration of Our Lord ANNOUNCEMENTS PRELUDE BRIEF ORDER OF CONFESSION AND FORGIVENESS In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. Almighty God, to whom all hearts...
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What is the formula offered in scripture this morning for the preservation of life, or of peace among brethren, for circumstances which will help humankind avoid starvation and poverty? The formula begins with one party putting immediate effort into one aim without delay. That aim...
WELCOME to MESSIAH & ST. PETER LUTHERAN CHURCHES The Reverend Nancy Brody, Pastor Greta Wright, Organist Sunday, February 23, 2025 Seventh Sunday After Epiphany ANNOUNCEMENTS PRELUDE BRIEF ORDER OF CONFESSION AND FORGIVENESS In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. Almighty God, to whom all hearts...
Think of today’s gospel passage as a grand awards ceremony much like the Oscars, Golden Globes, or Academy Awards. It’s an incredible setting. Everyone who’s anyone is there. Did you notice the red carpet and stage backdrop, the ambiance of the setting? How about the...