Worship Notes
(Written by the pastor that is preaching that weekend.)
(Written by the pastor that is preaching that weekend.)
January 7/8 – The Baptism of our Lord
First Word: Glory to God in the Highest: And peace to God’s people on Earth. Key Verse: ...a wind from God swept over the face of the waters. [Genesis 1:2]
Introduction to the Day -
Jesus – a lot of people like him. Do we, however, like only our favorite things about him. Or, do we pay attention to who he really is? The Gospel of Mark proclaims the good news [evangel] of Jesus Christ, the Son of God. [1:1] Perhaps this first chapter offers us something like a resume, revealing the real Jesus, not just someone we like to imagine. These stories from his early ministry will help each of us answer the pivotal question: But who do you say that I am? [8:29] Only by answering that question will be learn who we are. Today’s readings tell of Jesus’ baptism. Can we hear the voice of the Holy Spirit, speaking over the world’s chaos, pointing to Jesus, and giving to us identity, direction – real life?!
Old Testament Reading – Genesis 1:1-5: The Bible begins with a poetic description of our origins (beginnings, genesis). In the Hebrew language, wind and spirit are used interchangeably. See Acts 2:2.
Psalm 29: Can we see God at work in nature? To be sure, the results of powerful winds can be so devastating. Our faith challenges us to see that God has not abandoned creation. Yet God is much more than – is above – creation. Can we let the Holy Spirit help us see the natural world with humility and wonder, leading us to greater wisdom and greater praise for our Creator? See also Psalm 104:30; 1 Kings 19:11-12.
New Testament Reading – Acts 19:1-7: The early church experienced baptism in various ways. Thus we do not find the precise answers to specific questions about different practices that we may desire. Here we learn that John the Baptizer had followers who went out to spread his teaching. We also see two purposes in baptism: to wash away sin and to fill us with the life-giving Holy Spirit.
Gospel – Mark 1:4-11: Of the four gospels perhaps written first, Saint Mark is fast moving and short on detail. Most of the book (five of the sixteen chapters) is devoted to the last week of Jesus’ ministry. How does Jesus’ encounter with the baptizer help us understand Jesus? How does this story, including the recurrent theme of a voice over the water, help us understand ourselves, our identity and our purpose?
December 17/18 – Advent IV
Whoever sings, prays twice. We really are not sure who first said this. The Bible gives us plenty of evidence that this is true, from the Morning Stars who sang at creation to the Angel Chorus announcing the new creation coming with an infant’s birth. [Job 38:7; Luke 2:13] During this Advent season, we have been singing the hopeful prayer: Lord, how shall I meet you, how welcome you a-right? We anticipate singing carols from long ago and from recent poets. We are grateful to our Adult Choir for leading our prayers with their cantata. All of this fills our spirits, preparing us to celebrate Christmas, to welcome into our world, into our hearts, the God who comes to be with us.
Sunday services: The Adult Choir will share There Is a Rose, a carol cantata written by Robert Sterling and John Parker. This is a beautiful presentation of the Christmas story told in original music and traditional carols. This cantata takes it shapre around a narrated poem verse; there is a Rose of such virture: the Son of God, our blessed Jesu, as the music journeys from the "long-expected" to the birth, proclamation, and adoration of Jesus.
December 3/4 – Advent II
Key Verse Therefore thus says the Lord, who redeemed Abraham… “No longer shall Jacob be ashamed.” (Isaiah 29.22)
Introduction to the Day
O Lord, how shall I meet you, how welcome you a-right? In the midst of all the holiday decorations and activities we pause to observe Advent. Our worship this season is guided by the words of Paul Gerhardt (born 1607), perhaps the greatest hymn writer of the Reformation. These words do describe our human condition. Gerhardt’s point – and the meaning of Advent – is not to make this time of the year more depressing. Rather, when we are honest about ourselves and then open our hearts, when we wait with great expectation, we will be truly prepared to celebrate Christmas. Then we will be prepared to welcome into our world, into our hearts, the God who comes to be with us.
Notes
The Lesson – Isaiah 29:13-16, 18-24: The prophet saw the failure to live in faithfulness to God’s justice. He saw the threat from the superpower of that time, Assyria. He also saw that God will be faithful to his promise, that through the lineage of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, will come the Savior of the world.
The Gospel – Luke 1:5-25: Prior to the birth of Jesus, there comes another miraculous birth. This time it is to a childless couple, who were consider long past the time of child-bearing. Zechariah and Sarah were among the faithful, continuing to hold out hope that God’s Messiah would come. Now, even though he had wanted to trust in God’s promise, he had difficulty believing it would actually come true through him.
November 26/27 - First Sunday of Advent.
Pastor Julia Will, preacher.
November 19 - 20 – Christ the King
Key Verse: And whenever the living creatures give glory and honor and thanks to the one who is seated on the throne, who lives forever and ever...they cast their crowns before the throne, singing... [Revelation 5:9-10]
Introduction to the Day A King – the word sounds so quaint, from history, antiquated customs, make-believe. We live in a democracy and have no king! So, what do we do with this claim that Jesus Christ is King? How do we take that into our minds? Perhaps more importantly, how do we let that govern our daily lives? Do we, perhaps sub-consciously, think of Jesus as a visiting monarch – fun to watch the spectacle but really not relevant to us? Do we realize that we let other things slip onto the throne of our lives?
Today marks the end of the Church Year and challenges us to look into the future. Do we see only threats and fear? Or do we trust that, somehow, the Triune-God is bigger than all that is going on. Do we trust that the future belongs to God who came in human flesh, Christ, the King.
Our message is based on the praise hymn, Crown him with many crowns. The poet, Matthew Bridges (d.1894), was involved in the 19th century renewal of the Roman Catholic Church, known as the Oxford Movement. An Anglican priest, Godfrey Thring (d.1903) added several verses.
The Lesson – Ephesians 1:15-23:
Ephesus was the home of a great shrine to the goddess Artemis (Diana in Roman mythology). In his letter to the Ephesian Christ-followers, the Apostle Paul emphasizes that the human-Jesus is, in fact, the God who is greater than all that exists. We must see this especially in contrast to the ideas or people or things humans choose to venerate. At best, these other things are valuable as part of life. Too often, however, we let petty stuff keep us from trusting and worshiping the King of all Creation, who came in love to save us.
Psalm 95:1-7a:
For people accustomed to sheep grazing, the image of a protecting shepherd was comforting.
Gospel – Matthew 25:31-46
Jesus’ listeners had seen flocks of sheep and goats, mingling at night in the protective shelter of a sheep fold. In the morning, the shepherds separated the various flocks. So these listeners could picture the parable. The conclusion, however, may have been surprising. Surely, God is not present in the lowly and losers!
How does this parable compare with our society’s measure of greatness? What does this parable say to the priorities that seem to win out in our nation’s arguments on economic priorities?
Sermon: Many Crowns ~Pastor Paul
November 12/13 Commitment Sabbath and the Installation of Becky Rentchler as Youth and Family Minister
October 29/30 Reformation Sunday
Introduction to the Day:
If Jesus was walking on the earth today and had a facebook page... When he says he is present in the hungry and homeless [Matthew 25:31-45] would you be a fan? When he says that if we want to hollow him we are to give our possessions to the poor [Matthew 19:21] would you still like him? Our culture values individual freedom. Jesus says true freedom comes only as we commit our lives to him. What does this mean, today, for me?
The Lesson – Ephesians 2:1-10: The Christ-followers in Ephesus had experienced lives of division and futility. Saint Paul reminded them that strife did not end factions or separation. Endless striving did not achieve personal happiness or value. Only God’s grace, trustingly accepted through faith, gives us purpose and joy in living.
Psalm 46: In a world swirling with threats from natural disasters and threats from human cause injustice, there is only one refuge. We find true peace only from the God who is greater than anything that could cause harm. Martin Luther expressed the confidence of this Psalm in his hymn, A mighty fortress…
The Gospel –John 8:31-36: In our society, freedom means I can do anything I want. Christ-followers learn that the self is a tyrant. True freedom comes only when we walk where Jesus leads us.
Key verse: If you continue in my word…you will be free indeed.
Sermon: Bound for Freedom ~Pastor Paul
October 15/16 – Pentecost 18
First Word:
Our help is in the name of the Lord: who made heaven and earth. Psalm 124:8
Key Verse
...you are worried and distracted by many things; there is need of only one thing... Luke 10:41-42
Introduction to the Day
Today we see Jesus in the home of sisters Martha and Mary. We share this story as our Sunday school begins a new rotation. We need to be careful how we apply this story. Jesus is not separating physical needs from the spiritual life. Rather, Jesus challenges us to focus on the words worried and distracted. The Bible also tells us there is a time to ... and a time to... [Ecclesiastes 3] When does the world need the Martha-abilities God has placed in me? When do I need to be nourished through my God-given Mary-abilities?
Psalm 145: The ancient poet invites us into an attitude of praise and thanksgiving. Doing so, we see the total picture. God’s gracious power has created the vast universe and will provide the next meal for everyone.
The Gospel – Luke 10:38-42: We are not sure how Jesus got to know Mary, Martha, and their brother, Lazarus. We do see Jesus, in their home, relaxing with them as well as supporting each other in times of need. These are both essential elements in true friendship. See John 11 and 12;
Message: Nurturing our inner twins ~Pastor Paul
First Word: Glory to God in the Highest: And peace to God’s people on Earth. Key Verse: ...a wind from God swept over the face of the waters. [Genesis 1:2]
Introduction to the Day -
Jesus – a lot of people like him. Do we, however, like only our favorite things about him. Or, do we pay attention to who he really is? The Gospel of Mark proclaims the good news [evangel] of Jesus Christ, the Son of God. [1:1] Perhaps this first chapter offers us something like a resume, revealing the real Jesus, not just someone we like to imagine. These stories from his early ministry will help each of us answer the pivotal question: But who do you say that I am? [8:29] Only by answering that question will be learn who we are. Today’s readings tell of Jesus’ baptism. Can we hear the voice of the Holy Spirit, speaking over the world’s chaos, pointing to Jesus, and giving to us identity, direction – real life?!
Old Testament Reading – Genesis 1:1-5: The Bible begins with a poetic description of our origins (beginnings, genesis). In the Hebrew language, wind and spirit are used interchangeably. See Acts 2:2.
Psalm 29: Can we see God at work in nature? To be sure, the results of powerful winds can be so devastating. Our faith challenges us to see that God has not abandoned creation. Yet God is much more than – is above – creation. Can we let the Holy Spirit help us see the natural world with humility and wonder, leading us to greater wisdom and greater praise for our Creator? See also Psalm 104:30; 1 Kings 19:11-12.
New Testament Reading – Acts 19:1-7: The early church experienced baptism in various ways. Thus we do not find the precise answers to specific questions about different practices that we may desire. Here we learn that John the Baptizer had followers who went out to spread his teaching. We also see two purposes in baptism: to wash away sin and to fill us with the life-giving Holy Spirit.
Gospel – Mark 1:4-11: Of the four gospels perhaps written first, Saint Mark is fast moving and short on detail. Most of the book (five of the sixteen chapters) is devoted to the last week of Jesus’ ministry. How does Jesus’ encounter with the baptizer help us understand Jesus? How does this story, including the recurrent theme of a voice over the water, help us understand ourselves, our identity and our purpose?
December 17/18 – Advent IV
Whoever sings, prays twice. We really are not sure who first said this. The Bible gives us plenty of evidence that this is true, from the Morning Stars who sang at creation to the Angel Chorus announcing the new creation coming with an infant’s birth. [Job 38:7; Luke 2:13] During this Advent season, we have been singing the hopeful prayer: Lord, how shall I meet you, how welcome you a-right? We anticipate singing carols from long ago and from recent poets. We are grateful to our Adult Choir for leading our prayers with their cantata. All of this fills our spirits, preparing us to celebrate Christmas, to welcome into our world, into our hearts, the God who comes to be with us.
Sunday services: The Adult Choir will share There Is a Rose, a carol cantata written by Robert Sterling and John Parker. This is a beautiful presentation of the Christmas story told in original music and traditional carols. This cantata takes it shapre around a narrated poem verse; there is a Rose of such virture: the Son of God, our blessed Jesu, as the music journeys from the "long-expected" to the birth, proclamation, and adoration of Jesus.
December 3/4 – Advent II
Key Verse Therefore thus says the Lord, who redeemed Abraham… “No longer shall Jacob be ashamed.” (Isaiah 29.22)
Introduction to the Day
O Lord, how shall I meet you, how welcome you a-right? In the midst of all the holiday decorations and activities we pause to observe Advent. Our worship this season is guided by the words of Paul Gerhardt (born 1607), perhaps the greatest hymn writer of the Reformation. These words do describe our human condition. Gerhardt’s point – and the meaning of Advent – is not to make this time of the year more depressing. Rather, when we are honest about ourselves and then open our hearts, when we wait with great expectation, we will be truly prepared to celebrate Christmas. Then we will be prepared to welcome into our world, into our hearts, the God who comes to be with us.
Notes
The Lesson – Isaiah 29:13-16, 18-24: The prophet saw the failure to live in faithfulness to God’s justice. He saw the threat from the superpower of that time, Assyria. He also saw that God will be faithful to his promise, that through the lineage of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, will come the Savior of the world.
The Gospel – Luke 1:5-25: Prior to the birth of Jesus, there comes another miraculous birth. This time it is to a childless couple, who were consider long past the time of child-bearing. Zechariah and Sarah were among the faithful, continuing to hold out hope that God’s Messiah would come. Now, even though he had wanted to trust in God’s promise, he had difficulty believing it would actually come true through him.
November 26/27 - First Sunday of Advent.
Pastor Julia Will, preacher.
November 19 - 20 – Christ the King
Key Verse: And whenever the living creatures give glory and honor and thanks to the one who is seated on the throne, who lives forever and ever...they cast their crowns before the throne, singing... [Revelation 5:9-10]
Introduction to the Day A King – the word sounds so quaint, from history, antiquated customs, make-believe. We live in a democracy and have no king! So, what do we do with this claim that Jesus Christ is King? How do we take that into our minds? Perhaps more importantly, how do we let that govern our daily lives? Do we, perhaps sub-consciously, think of Jesus as a visiting monarch – fun to watch the spectacle but really not relevant to us? Do we realize that we let other things slip onto the throne of our lives?
Today marks the end of the Church Year and challenges us to look into the future. Do we see only threats and fear? Or do we trust that, somehow, the Triune-God is bigger than all that is going on. Do we trust that the future belongs to God who came in human flesh, Christ, the King.
Our message is based on the praise hymn, Crown him with many crowns. The poet, Matthew Bridges (d.1894), was involved in the 19th century renewal of the Roman Catholic Church, known as the Oxford Movement. An Anglican priest, Godfrey Thring (d.1903) added several verses.
The Lesson – Ephesians 1:15-23:
Ephesus was the home of a great shrine to the goddess Artemis (Diana in Roman mythology). In his letter to the Ephesian Christ-followers, the Apostle Paul emphasizes that the human-Jesus is, in fact, the God who is greater than all that exists. We must see this especially in contrast to the ideas or people or things humans choose to venerate. At best, these other things are valuable as part of life. Too often, however, we let petty stuff keep us from trusting and worshiping the King of all Creation, who came in love to save us.
Psalm 95:1-7a:
For people accustomed to sheep grazing, the image of a protecting shepherd was comforting.
Gospel – Matthew 25:31-46
Jesus’ listeners had seen flocks of sheep and goats, mingling at night in the protective shelter of a sheep fold. In the morning, the shepherds separated the various flocks. So these listeners could picture the parable. The conclusion, however, may have been surprising. Surely, God is not present in the lowly and losers!
How does this parable compare with our society’s measure of greatness? What does this parable say to the priorities that seem to win out in our nation’s arguments on economic priorities?
Sermon: Many Crowns ~Pastor Paul
November 12/13 Commitment Sabbath and the Installation of Becky Rentchler as Youth and Family Minister
October 29/30 Reformation Sunday
Introduction to the Day:
If Jesus was walking on the earth today and had a facebook page... When he says he is present in the hungry and homeless [Matthew 25:31-45] would you be a fan? When he says that if we want to hollow him we are to give our possessions to the poor [Matthew 19:21] would you still like him? Our culture values individual freedom. Jesus says true freedom comes only as we commit our lives to him. What does this mean, today, for me?
The Lesson – Ephesians 2:1-10: The Christ-followers in Ephesus had experienced lives of division and futility. Saint Paul reminded them that strife did not end factions or separation. Endless striving did not achieve personal happiness or value. Only God’s grace, trustingly accepted through faith, gives us purpose and joy in living.
Psalm 46: In a world swirling with threats from natural disasters and threats from human cause injustice, there is only one refuge. We find true peace only from the God who is greater than anything that could cause harm. Martin Luther expressed the confidence of this Psalm in his hymn, A mighty fortress…
The Gospel –John 8:31-36: In our society, freedom means I can do anything I want. Christ-followers learn that the self is a tyrant. True freedom comes only when we walk where Jesus leads us.
Key verse: If you continue in my word…you will be free indeed.
Sermon: Bound for Freedom ~Pastor Paul
October 15/16 – Pentecost 18
First Word:
Our help is in the name of the Lord: who made heaven and earth. Psalm 124:8
Key Verse
...you are worried and distracted by many things; there is need of only one thing... Luke 10:41-42
Introduction to the Day
Today we see Jesus in the home of sisters Martha and Mary. We share this story as our Sunday school begins a new rotation. We need to be careful how we apply this story. Jesus is not separating physical needs from the spiritual life. Rather, Jesus challenges us to focus on the words worried and distracted. The Bible also tells us there is a time to ... and a time to... [Ecclesiastes 3] When does the world need the Martha-abilities God has placed in me? When do I need to be nourished through my God-given Mary-abilities?
Psalm 145: The ancient poet invites us into an attitude of praise and thanksgiving. Doing so, we see the total picture. God’s gracious power has created the vast universe and will provide the next meal for everyone.
The Gospel – Luke 10:38-42: We are not sure how Jesus got to know Mary, Martha, and their brother, Lazarus. We do see Jesus, in their home, relaxing with them as well as supporting each other in times of need. These are both essential elements in true friendship. See John 11 and 12;
Message: Nurturing our inner twins ~Pastor Paul
October 9 – Pentecost 17 (Oct. 8, Sat. - Pastor Julia & Patti Skinner)
First Word:
Our help is in the name of the Lord: who made heaven and earth.
~Psalm 124:8
Key Verse:
The peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:7
Introduction to the Day:
When the Iron-Curtain fell 20 years ago, and the cold-war ended, some promised that we would enjoy a great peace and prosperity. What happened?! How have humans messed up on that promise? Our Psalm and our Gospel invite us to a table – a feast. Do we scrutinize the guest list before accepting the invitation? Can we trust that that our Host is preparing a lasting feast? Can we, in humility, believe that our Lord’s guest list – which does include people we may not like – is part of the peace that surpasses all understanding?
The Lesson – Philippians 4:1-9: Saint Paul continues to urge his beloved congregation in Philippi – a city on an important commercial road – to have the mind of Christ (2:5). How will Jesus’ humility affect my interaction with others? How is my picture of the future colored by Jesus’ resurrection? How does all of this affect my heart and mind right now?
Psalm 23: Much of the land of ancient Israel was best suited for grazing sheep and goats. The common image of a shepherd was applied to the human rulers (see Jeremiah 23 and Ezekiel 34) and to the Lord God.
The Gospel – Matthew 22:1-14: Food security has been a great concern for most people throughout history. Jesus’ listeners, too, were just one failed-harvest away from starvation. The image of a banquet presented a great picture of God’s salvation. For example, see Isaiah 25:1-9. (Over use of red-meat was not a problem back then.) How do we apply this image to our economy and culture, which are based on consuming, yet suffer malnutrition? How do I respond to Jesus’ invitation, which is both gracious and demanding?
Message: The Table of Peace ~Pastor Paul
September 17/18 – Pentecost 14
First Word:
Our help is in the name of the Lord: who made heaven and earth. Psalm 124:8
Key Verse
Everyone then who hears these words of mine and acts on them will be like a wiseman who built his house on rock. Matthew 7:24
Introduction to the Day
Outside, our contractor is starting work on the foundation for our renovated-expanded facilities. Inside, our Sunday school begins a new rotation, focusing on Jesus’ parable. He compares two possible foundations. Each of us must ask: Among all the possibilities in the world, what is the basis, the foundation for my life? And, we must ask ourselves, if someone looked at my actions and my possessions, would they see in action the faith I claim?
As part of our work together, we recognize and pray for our congregational leaders.
The Lesson – Ephesians 4:11-16: Saint Paul speaks of building up the Church. Sometimes the image is of a building. Here the image is of a human body. The Apostle speaks of gifts. What abilities and interest do I have? How might these build-up, give health and strength, to Saint Andrew’s? ... to God’s work in the community?
The Gospel – Matthew 7:24-28: These verses conclude Jesus’ teaching in the Sermon on the Mount. As a good motivational speaker, he ends with a challenge. As a good teacher, he challenges our imagination to picture what our life looks like.
Message: “House on the rock” by Pastor Paul
First Word:
Our help is in the name of the Lord: who made heaven and earth.
~Psalm 124:8
Key Verse:
The peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:7
Introduction to the Day:
When the Iron-Curtain fell 20 years ago, and the cold-war ended, some promised that we would enjoy a great peace and prosperity. What happened?! How have humans messed up on that promise? Our Psalm and our Gospel invite us to a table – a feast. Do we scrutinize the guest list before accepting the invitation? Can we trust that that our Host is preparing a lasting feast? Can we, in humility, believe that our Lord’s guest list – which does include people we may not like – is part of the peace that surpasses all understanding?
The Lesson – Philippians 4:1-9: Saint Paul continues to urge his beloved congregation in Philippi – a city on an important commercial road – to have the mind of Christ (2:5). How will Jesus’ humility affect my interaction with others? How is my picture of the future colored by Jesus’ resurrection? How does all of this affect my heart and mind right now?
Psalm 23: Much of the land of ancient Israel was best suited for grazing sheep and goats. The common image of a shepherd was applied to the human rulers (see Jeremiah 23 and Ezekiel 34) and to the Lord God.
The Gospel – Matthew 22:1-14: Food security has been a great concern for most people throughout history. Jesus’ listeners, too, were just one failed-harvest away from starvation. The image of a banquet presented a great picture of God’s salvation. For example, see Isaiah 25:1-9. (Over use of red-meat was not a problem back then.) How do we apply this image to our economy and culture, which are based on consuming, yet suffer malnutrition? How do I respond to Jesus’ invitation, which is both gracious and demanding?
Message: The Table of Peace ~Pastor Paul
September 17/18 – Pentecost 14
First Word:
Our help is in the name of the Lord: who made heaven and earth. Psalm 124:8
Key Verse
Everyone then who hears these words of mine and acts on them will be like a wiseman who built his house on rock. Matthew 7:24
Introduction to the Day
Outside, our contractor is starting work on the foundation for our renovated-expanded facilities. Inside, our Sunday school begins a new rotation, focusing on Jesus’ parable. He compares two possible foundations. Each of us must ask: Among all the possibilities in the world, what is the basis, the foundation for my life? And, we must ask ourselves, if someone looked at my actions and my possessions, would they see in action the faith I claim?
As part of our work together, we recognize and pray for our congregational leaders.
The Lesson – Ephesians 4:11-16: Saint Paul speaks of building up the Church. Sometimes the image is of a building. Here the image is of a human body. The Apostle speaks of gifts. What abilities and interest do I have? How might these build-up, give health and strength, to Saint Andrew’s? ... to God’s work in the community?
The Gospel – Matthew 7:24-28: These verses conclude Jesus’ teaching in the Sermon on the Mount. As a good motivational speaker, he ends with a challenge. As a good teacher, he challenges our imagination to picture what our life looks like.
Message: “House on the rock” by Pastor Paul
Sept. 10/11 from Pastor Paul
I imagine most of us remember how we heard the news. Even those too young to know what was going on sensed something very big had happened. The Tenth Anniversary of "9-11" falls on a Sunday. The numbers we previously had associated with rescue now convey mixed images: Horror we never imagined could reach our nation's shores; heroic disregard for self, while seeking to aid others.At Saint Andrew's we will remember those who suffered directly. And we will pray for our Post 9-1-1 world. We will also celebrate God's continued presence in the world, including the work we can do for him with our hands. Specifically, we will see and hear reports from our Appalachia Service Project mission trip. Note: Sneak previews tell me this will be good! And, we commit ourselves to share in God's work of nurturing faithful lives, praying for our saints serving in the ministry of Christian education.
I imagine most of us remember how we heard the news. Even those too young to know what was going on sensed something very big had happened. The Tenth Anniversary of "9-11" falls on a Sunday. The numbers we previously had associated with rescue now convey mixed images: Horror we never imagined could reach our nation's shores; heroic disregard for self, while seeking to aid others.At Saint Andrew's we will remember those who suffered directly. And we will pray for our Post 9-1-1 world. We will also celebrate God's continued presence in the world, including the work we can do for him with our hands. Specifically, we will see and hear reports from our Appalachia Service Project mission trip. Note: Sneak previews tell me this will be good! And, we commit ourselves to share in God's work of nurturing faithful lives, praying for our saints serving in the ministry of Christian education.
August 13/14 - Pentecost 9
Message - Pastor Julia
Message - Pastor Julia
July 30/31 - Pentecost 7
Message - Pastor Julia
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