Our Savior's Lutheran Church

Prayer of the Day: O God of love and mercy, we give you thanks for the gift of life which have given us through the death and resurrection of your son, Jesus Christ. Bless and empower us that we may carry this news of great joy into the world with us so that the Light of the World may shine upon all we meet; in Jesus name we pray. Amen.

Reading: John 20:1-18

"Use Your Experiences" - Sunday, 25 Mar 2007

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Karen

Prayer of the Day: Make us worthy, Lord, to serve our fellow human beings throughout the world who live and die in poverty and hunger. Give them through our hands this day their daily bread, and by our understanding love, peace and joy. Amen.

Reading: Romans 8:25-28
Gospel: Luke 8:1-3, 23:49-56

"Your Gift of Personality" - Sunday, 18 Mar 2007

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Rod

Reading: Psalm 139:7-16
Gospel: Luke 12:28-33

"Using Your Abilities" - Sunday, 11 Mar 2007

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Karen

Prayer of the Day: Direct us, Lord God, in all our doings with your most gracious favor, and extend to us your continual help; that in all our works begun, continued, and ended in you, we may glorify your holy name; and finally, by your mercy, bring us to everlasting life; through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.

Reading: 1 Peter 4:10-11
Gospel: Matthew 25:14-30

"Unwrapping My Spiritual Gifts / Listening to Your Heartbeat" - Sunday, 04 Mar 2007

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Rod

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Karen

Prayer of the Day: Draw your church together, O God, into one great company of disciples, together following our teacher Jesus Christ into every walk of life, together serving in Christ's mission to the world, and together witnessing to your love wherever you send us; for the sake of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Reading: 1 Corinthians 12:1-12
Gospel: Matthew 5:13-16

"A Time for Silence" - Sunday, 18 Feb 2007

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Rod

Prayer of the Day: Almighty God, on the mountain you showed your glory in the transfiguration of your Son. Give us the vision to see beyond the turmoil of our world and to behold the king in all his glory; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Reading: Exodus 34:29-35
Gospel: Luke 9:28-36

"Power of God" - Sunday, 11 Feb 2007

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Karen

Reading: Jeremiah 17:5-10
Gospel: Luke 6:17-26

"The Power of Helplessness" - Sunday, 04 Feb 2007

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Rod

Prayer of the Day: Almighty God, you sent your only Son as the Word of life for our eyes to see and our ears to hear. Help us to believe with joy what the Scriptures proclaim, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Reading: Jeremiah 18:1-6
Gospel: Luke 5:1-11

"Jesus' Purpose Statement" - Sunday, 28 Jan 2007

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Karen

Prayer of the Day: O God, you know that we cannot withstand the dangers which surround us. Strengthen us in body and spirit so that, with your help, we may be able to overcome the weakness that our sin has brougt upon us; through Jesus Christ, your Son our Lord. Amen.

Reading: Jeremiah 1:4-10
Gospel: Luke 4:14-21

"Many Parts Working Together" - Sunday, 21 Jan 2007

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Rod

Prayer of the Day: Almighty God, you sent your Son to proclaim your kingdom and to teach with authority. Anoint us with the power of your Spirit, that we, too, may bring good news to the afflicted, bind up the brokenhearted, and proclaim liberty to the captive; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Reading: 1 Corinthians 12:7-31
Gospel: John 17:6-13

"Where Does the Good Wine Come From?" - Sunday, 14 Jan 2007

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Karen

Prayer of the Day: Lord God, you showed your glory and led many to faith by the works of your Son. As he brought gladness and healing to his people, grant us these same gifts and lead us also to perfect faith in him, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Reading: Isaiah 62:1-5
Gospel: John 2:1-11

"Baptism: God's Invitation into the Family" - Sunday, 07 Jan 2007

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Rod

Prayer of the Day: Father in heaven, at the baptism of Jesus in the River Jordan you proclaimed him your beloved Son and anointed him with the Holy Spirit. Make all who are baptized into Christ faithful in their calling to be your children and inheritors with him of everlasting life; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Reading: Romans 6:3-13
Gospel: Luke 3:15-22

"New Year's Eve" - Sunday, 31 Dec 2006

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Karen

Prayer of the Day: Almighty God, you wonderfully created and yet more wonderfully restored the dignity of human nature. In your mercy, let us share the divine life of Jesus Christ who came to share our humanity, and who now lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Reading: Colossians 3:12-17
Gospel: Luke 2:41-52

"Christmas" - Monday, 25 Dec 2006

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Rod

First Reading: Isaiah 9:2-7
Second Reading: Titus 2:11-14
Third Reading: Luke 2:1-7
Fourth Reading: John 1:1-14

"Waiting for Jesus: Mary" - Sunday, 17 Dec 2006

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Rod

Prayer of the Day: God of Mary, and of all who look for the glory of God on earth, give us eyes to discern the work of your hands among us. Do now allow us to approach Christmas with our eyes closed to the remarkable things you do in complete simplicity. Fill us again with that humility which can feel awe and gratitude. May we see glimpses of your presence in many people, and get ready to worship you in that outpouring of glory which began when a young woman carried Emmanuel in her body. For your name's sake. Amen!

Reading: Micah 5:2-5
Gospel: Luke 1:26-38

"Waiting for Jesus: John the Baptist" - Sunday, 10 Dec 2006

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Rod

Prayer of the Day: Almighty God, you once called John the Baptist to give witness to the coming of your Son and prepare his way. Grant us, your people, the wisdom to see your purpose today and the openness to hear your will, that we may witness to Christ's coming and so prepare his way; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Reading: Malachi 3:1-4
Gospel: Luke 3:1-6

"The First to Recognize Jesus" - Sunday, 03 Dec 2006

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Karen

Prayer of the Day: Stir up our hearts, O Lord, to prepare the way for your only Son. By his coming give us strength in our conflicts and shed light on our path through the darkness of this world; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Sprit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Reading: Jeremiah 33:14-16
Gospel: Luke 1:39-45

"Back to the Future" - Sunday, 26 Nov 2006

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Rod

Prayer of the Day: O God, full of compassion, we commit and command ourselves to you, in whom we live and move and have our being. Be the goal of our journey, and the rest of the way. Give us refuge from the turmoil of worldly distractions beneath the shadow of your wings. Let our hearts, so often a sea of restless waves, find peace in you, O God.; through Jesus Christ. Amen.

First Reading: Deuteronomy 8:1-11
Second Reading: Psalm 62:1-7
Third Reading: Acts 16:6-15

"Thanksgiving: Memories Past" - Sunday, 19 Nov 2006

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Karen

Prayer of the Day: Almighty God our father, your generous goodness comes to us new every day. By the work of your Spirit lead us to acknowledge your goodness, give thanks for your benefits, and serve you in willing obedience, through your Son, Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.

Reading: Psalm 107
Gospel: Luke 17:11-19

"Three Keys to Godly Giving" - Sunday, 12 Nov 2006

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Rod

Prayer of the Day: Almighty God, whose people are knit together in one holy Church, the body of Christ our Lord: grant us grace to follow your blessed saints in lives of faith and commitment, and to know the inexpressible joys you have prepared for those who love you through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Reading: Philippians 4:10-13
Gospel: Mark 10:17-31

"On the Way to Heaven" - Sunday, 05 Nov 2006

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Rod

Prayer of the Day: Almighty God, whose people are knit together in one holy Church, the body of Christ our Lord; grant us grace to follow your blessed saints in lives of faith and commitment, and to know the inexpressible joys you have prepared for those who love you; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Reading: 1 John 3:1-15
Gospel: John 10:11-15

"Continue In My Word" - Sunday, 29 Oct 2006

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Karen

Prayer of the Day: Almighty God, gracious Lord, pour out your Holy Spirit upon your faithful people. Keep them steadfast in your Word, protect and comfort them in all temptations, defend them against all enemies, and bestow on the church your saving peace; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Reading: Romans 3:19-28
Gospel: John 8:31-36

"A List of Many Helpers" - Sunday, 22 Oct 2006

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Karen

Prayer of the Day: O God, you created all people in your image. We thank you for the astonishing variety of races and cultures in this world. Enrich our lives by ever-widening circles of fellowship, and show us your presence in those who differ most from us, until our knowledge of your love is made perfect in our love for all your children; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Reading: Romans 16:1-16
Gospel: Luke 8:1-3

"Your Personal Plan" - Sunday, 15 Oct 2006

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Rod

Prayer of the Day: Almighty God, draw our hearts to you, guide our minds, fill our imaginations, control our wills, so that we may be wholly yours. Use us as you will, always to the glory and the welfare of your people, through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

Reading: 1 Peter 2:9-17
Gospel: Mark 1:16-20

"Stretching Your Giving" - Sunday, 08 Oct 2006

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Karen

Prayer of the Day: Almighty God our Father, your generous goodness comes to us new every day. By the work of your Spirit lead us to acknowledge your goodness, give thanks for your benefits, and serve in you in willing obedience; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Reading: 2 Corinthians 9:1-7
Gospel: Mark 12:41-44

"Balance: Experiencing God's YES!" - Sunday, 01 Oct 2006

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Rod

Prayer of the Day: God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can and the wisdom to know the difference. Amen.

Reading: 2 Corinthians 1:17-22
Gospel: Matthew 5:33-37

"Christian Friends" - Sunday, 24 Sep 2006

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Karen

Prayer of the Day: I believe that God is in me as the sun is in the color and fragrance of a flower - the light in my darkness, the Voice in my silence. Amen. (Helen Keller)

Reading: Acts 16:13-15
Gospel: Mark 14:32-35

"Worship Weekly" - Sunday, 17 Sep 2006

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Karen

Prayer of the Day: Bless us, O God, with a reverent sense of your presence, that we may be at peace and may worship you with all our mind and spirit through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Reading: Hebrews 10:10
Gospel: Luke 4:14-16

"Pray Daily" - Sunday, 10 Sep 2006

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Rod

Prayer of the Day: Almighty God, to whom our needs are known before we ask: help us to ask only what accords with your will; and those good things which we dare not or, in our blindness cannot ask, grant us for the sake of your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Reading: James 5:12-18
Gospel: Luke 6:12-19

"Don't Give Up" - Sunday, 03 Sep 2006

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Rod

Prayer of the Day: Lord Jesus, you come to us, you seek us, and your love pursues us. If you had not sought us - we would not know you. Thank you for your passionate engagement with us - your determination to have us - all of us. Keep pursuing us, loving us, and finding us, until we are yours - and you are ours.

Reading: 2 Timothy 1:1-10
Gospel: John 6:50-69

"Promise of a Good Life" - Sunday, 27 Aug 2006

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Karen

Prayer of the Day: We sing our praises and thanksgiving to you, most holy God, as we joyfully worship you in gladness and song - our response to your gracious activity in our lives. You gather us together through the power and wisdom of your Holy Spirit and transform us into a community graced and held together by Jesus, our Lord. Help us make the most of our time here today as we seek to glorify you. May you continue to be glorified in and through all we do in Jesus' name today, and in all the days to come. This we pray in his name. Amen.

Reading: Galatians 5:16-25
Gospel: John 15:1-11

"The Key to Prayer in Suffering" - Sunday, 20 Aug 2006

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Karen

Prayer of the Day: O most loving Father, you want us to give thanks for all things, to fear nothing except losing you, and to lay all our cares on you, knowing that you care for us. Protect us from faithless fears and worldly anxieties, and grant that no clouds in this mortal life may hide from us the light of your immortal love shown to us in your son, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Reading: Job 2:1-13
Gospel: John 9:1-7

"When You Care Enough to Give the Very Best" - Sunday, 30 Jul 2006

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Mark Rydberg

Prayer of the Day: Awesome God, your creative power, your glory and holiness are beyond our imagining, yet, you chose to reveal yourself in the person of Jesus Christ, who graciously showed us the human face of your love. He stretched our imaginations once more over the lengths he was prepared to go to demonstrate the depth of your love for us. And, if that was not enough, you breathe new and everlasting life into our very beings through the power of your Spirit. Triune God, Source of our lives, we worship and adore you. Amen.

First Reading: John 3:14-17
Gospel: Romans 5:6-10

"A Conversation by the Well" - Sunday, 23 Jul 2006

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Rod

Prayer of the Day: Father of life and giver of all that is good, we want to drink your life to the full. Let Jesus, your living word, speak to us from heart to heart. Give us an unquenchable thirst for the things that matter: for faith and for meaning in our lives, for hhopworld filled with your justice and peace, for a spirit of committed love that knows how to share itself. Generously give all these things through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

First Reading: Acts 15:1-12
Gospel: John 4:5-29, 39-42

"A Little Guy with a Big Faith" - Sunday, 16 Jul 2006

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Rod

Prayer of the Day: Great is your name, O God, so great that we would hesitate to approach you if it were not for the person of Jesus - your love in human form. Because of Jesus, we now know that greatness is equal to humility, and serving others is the true mark of obedience to you. In Jesus' name we pray. Amen.

First Reading: 1 Samuel 16:6-12
Second Reading: 1 Samuel 17:40-50
Gospel: Matthew 11:1-11

"Show & Tell" - Sunday, 09 Jul 2006

Listen to Sermon by Jeff Riederer

Prayer of the Day: Almighty Father, you call each of us by name, and call each of us to serve. Help us that we might learn what your calling is for in our lives, and how we can best serve you in this world. Help us to live our lives as you would have us live, and help us to tell others of the joy that we have because of your Son. In your Son's most Holy and awesome name we pray. Amen.

First Reading: Isaiah 6:1-8
Gospel: Matthew 4:18-22

"Faith Followed by Works" - Sunday, 02 Jul 2006

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Karen

Reading: James 2:14-26
Gospel: Matthew 25:31-40

"6/25/06" - Sunday, 25 Jun 2006

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Karen

"6/18/06" - Sunday, 18 Jun 2006

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Rod

Prayer of the Day: Lord, make us instruments of your will and work on earth. May our efforts bring about the good that will hasten the day when your kingdom of justice and peace will be known in all the earth. Amen.

"Who You Really Are" - Sunday, 11 Jun 2006

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Rod

Prayer of the Day: God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, as you sent upon the desciples the promised gift of the Holy Spirit, look upon your Church and open our hearts to the power of the Spirit. Kindle in us the fire of your love, and strengthen our lives for service in your kingdom; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

First Reading: 1 Corinthians 12:4; 13:7
Second Reading: Acts 2:1-17
Gospel: John 15:26-27; 16:4-14

"What the Lord Requires" - Sunday, 04 Jun 2006

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Karen

Reading: Micah 6:1-8
Gospel: Luke 4:14-20

"Where Good Advice Comes From" - Sunday, 28 May 2006

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Karen

Prayer of the Day: Almighty and eternal God, your Son our Savior is with you in eternal glory. Give us faith to see that, true to his promise, he is among us still, and will be with us to the end of time; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Reading: Proverbs 3:1-12
Gospel: Matthew 7:24-27

"5/21/06" - Sunday, 21 May 2006

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Rod

Listen to Guest Sermon by Pastor Paul Block

Prayer of the Day: God, from whom all good things come: lead us by the inspiration of your spirit to think those things which are right, and by your goodness help us to do them; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Reading: Isaiah 55:1-13
Gospel: John 15:9-17

"5/14/06" - Sunday, 14 May 2006

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Rod

"I'm In, Now What?" - Sunday, 07 May 2006

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Karen

Prayer of the Day: God of all power, you call from death our Lord Jesus, the great shepherd of the sheep. Send us as shepherds to rescue the lost, to heal the injured, and to feed one another with knowledge and understanding; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Reading: John 3:16-24
Gospel: John 10:11-18

"Walking and Leaping and Praising God" - Sunday, 30 Apr 2006

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Rod

Prayer of the Day: O God, by the humiliation of your Son you lifted up this fallen world, rescuing us from the hopelessness of death. Grant your faithful people a share in the joys that are eternal; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

First Reading: Acts 3:1-16
Gospel: Luke 24:36-48

"Honest Doubts...Faithful God" - Sunday, 23 Apr 2006

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Rod

Prayer of the Day: Almighty God, with joy we celebrate the festival of our Lord's resurrection. Graciously help us to show the power of the resurrection in all that we say and do; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

First Reading: Acts 4:32-35
Second Reading: 1 John 1:1-10 and 2:1-2
Gospel: John 20:19-31

"Agony of Defeat & Thrill of Victory" - Sunday, 16 Apr 2006

Sermon Audio Not Available

Prayer of the Day: O God of love and mercy, we give you thanks for the gift of life which you have given us through the death and resurrection of your son, Jesus Christ. Bless and empower us that we may carry this news of great joy into the world with us that the Light of the World may shine upon all that we meet; in Jesus' name we pray. Amen.

Lesson: Acts 10:34-43
Easter Good News: Mark 16:1-8

"One Thing to Give" - Sunday, 09 Apr 2006

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Rod

Prayer of the Day: Almighty God, you sent your Son, our Savior Jesus Christ, to take our flesh upon him and to suffer death on the cross. Grant that we may share in his obedience to your will and in the glorious victory of his resurrection; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Gospel: Mark 11:1-11

"A Life Changing Connection" - Sunday, 02 Apr 2006

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Karen

Prayer of the Day: Almighty God, our redeemer, in our weakness we have failed to be your messengers of forgiveness and hope in the world. Renew us by your Holy Spirit, that we may follow your commands and proclaim your reign of love; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Reading: Jeremiah 31:31-34
Gospel: John 12:20-33

"Lift High the Cross" - Sunday, 26 Mar 2006

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Karen

Prayer of the Day: God of all mercy, by your power to heal and to forgive, graciously cleanse us from all sin and make us strong; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Reading: Numbers 21:4-9
Gospel: John 3:14-21

"I Took Your Place" - Sunday, 19 Mar 2006

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Rod

Prayer of the Day: Eternal Lord, your kingdom has broken into our troubled world through the life, death and resurrection of your Son. Help us to hear your Word and obey it, so that we become instruments of your redeeming love; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Reading: Romans 4:13-16
Gospel: John 2:13-22

"Seeing God in the Cross" - Sunday, 12 Mar 2006

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Rod

Prayer of the Day: Eternal God, it is your glory always to have mercy. Bring back all who have erred and strayed from your ways; lead them again to embrace in faith the truth of your Word and to hold it fast; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Sprit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Reading: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31
Gospel: Mark 8:31-38

"Never Alone" - Sunday, 05 Mar 2006

Listen to Sermon by Jim Fields

Prayer of the Day: Lord God, you led your ancient people through the wilderness and brought them to the promised land. Guide now the people of your church, that, following our Savior, we may walk through the wilderness of this world toward the glory of the world yet to come; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Reading: 1 Peter 3:18-22
Gospel: Mark 1:9-15

"Only Jesus" - Sunday, 26 Feb 2006

Sermon Audio Not Available

Reading: 2 Corinthians 4:3-6
Gospel: Mark 9:2-9

"Go Light Your World" - Sunday, 19 Feb 2006

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Karen

Prayer of the Day: Lord God, we ask you to keep your family, the Church, always faithful to you, that all who lean on the hope of your promises may gain strength from the power of your love; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Reading: Jonah 3:1-10
Gospel: Mark 1:14-20

"Let Go of the Branch!" - Sunday, 12 Feb 2006

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Rod

Prayer of the Day: Lord God, mercifully receive the prayers of your people. Help us to see and understand the things we ought to do, and give us the grace and power to do them; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Reading: 2 Kings 5:1-15
Gospel: Mark 1:40-45

"For that day, at that time" - Sunday, 05 Feb 2006

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Karen

Reading: Psalm 147:1-12,21
Gospel: Mark 1:29-39

"The Roof Openers" - Sunday, 29 Jan 2006

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Rod

Prayer of the Day: O God, you know that we cannot withstand the dangers that surround us. Strengthen us in body and spirit so that, with your help, we may be able to overcome the weakness that our sin has brought upon us; through Jesus Christ, your Son our Lord.

First Reading: Isaiah 43:18-21,25
Second Reading: 2 Corinthians 1:18-22
Gospel: Mark 1:29-39

"Let Your Light Shine in Your Family" - Sunday, 22 Jan 2006

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Karen

Prayer of the Day: Almighty God, youy sent your Son to proclaim your kingdom and to teach with authority. Anoint us with the power of your Spirit, that we, too, may bring good news to the afflicted, bind up the broken-hearted, and proclaim liberty to the captive; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.

Reading: Ephesians 5:8-16
Gospel: John 1:43-51

"The Most Important Light" - Sunday, 15 Jan 2006

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Rod

Reading: Psalm 139:1-6, 13-18
Gospel: John 1:1-9

"Lit Up In Baptism" - Sunday, 08 Jan 2006

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Karen

Prayer of the Day: Almighty God, you have filled us with the new light of the Word who became flesh and lived among us. Let the light of our faith shine in all that we do; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Reading: Isaiah 42:1-7
Gospel: Mark 1:4-11

"So Much to Look Forward To" - Sunday, 01 Jan 2006

Listen to Sermon by Pastor Rod

Prayer of the Day: Almighty God, you have made yourself known in your Son, Jesus, redeemer of our world. We pray that his birth as a human child will set us free from the old slavery of our sin; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Sprit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Reading: Galatians 4:4-7
Gospel: Luke 2:22-40

Return to the Main Page