The marks of the Church are the preaching of the Gospel in its purity, and the administration of the sacraments according to Christ’s institution. We believe worship is God’s gracious action for us through His Word and Sacraments, where He forgives, restores, and sustains His people. We gather to receive these gifts, confess the Christian faith, and respond with prayer, praise, and thanksgiving grounded in His Word. The liturgies and hymns we use anchor worship in God’s Word, handling Christ’s gifts in a respectful orderly manner. Liturgy also shapes faith, unites the congregation in a common confession, and connects us to the historic Church.
Grace and peace to you from God the Father, and Jesus, His Son, our Savior. On Sunday, September 27, we will follow the liturgy of Divine Service Setting One beginning…
Brothers and sisters, God does some of His work through us. In our daily vocations whether parent or child, employer or employee, as brother or sister, in whatever job you…
Greetings in the name of Jesus. This is Labor Day weekend. For many the holiday marks the end of summer. Unfortunately our temperatures are not agreeing with that designation. Labor…
Brothers and sisters, greetings in the name of our Savior, Jesus. Though the temperatures suggest otherwise, we are coming to the end of summer. I encourage you to make worship…