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.
Greetings in the name of Jesus, our Savior who welcomes sinners. Each of the Scripture lessons for Sunday August 20 say something about God welcoming Gentiles into His kingdom through…
Brothers and sisters, greetings in the name of Jesus, our only savior from sin. The Old Testament and Gospel readings for Sunday August 13 point to Jesus’ divine power over…
For the service tomorrow August 6, we will follow the liturgy of Divine Service Setting Three beginning on page 184 in the LSB hymnal. Hymns chosen for the day are…
Brothers and sisters, greetings in the name of Jesus. I begin by reporting a quick summary of the voters’ meeting held last week. We heard reports from the various officers…
The Old Testament and Gospel readings for Sunday July 23 emphasize the sovereignty of God. He is a mighty judge to whom we will each answer on the Last Day.…