Message for this week

As we gather for worship today each reading from Scripture, in its own way, makes clear just how incapable we human beings are when it comes to divine things. Job had asked the question, “Why?” God said, “Let me ask you a few questions first.” His questions remind us we are definitely not on a par with God. St. Paul makes it clear that we can call on God only because he has made himself known to us. Apart from that we could not even begin to approach him. And then there are the disciples and Peter, tossed about by a storm for hours; terrified. When Jesus identifies himself they take comfort, but before long Peter is revealed to be completely out of his depth. That’s the way life is. We are subject to storms, we are in over our heads. But Jesus calls to us, “Take heart; it is I. Do not be afraid”(Matthew 14:27). He reaches out His hand to support and protect us through the storms, to save us.

Hymns

Hymns of Hope and Comfort

Hymns of Hope and Comfort are a selection of recorded hymns you may wish to listen to or sing along with. They are all in the public domain, meaning that they can be posted here without concern for violating copyright.

More hymns will be added as time goes on. If you have a favorite, let Pastor know and he may be able to add it, if it’s in the public domain.

Catechetical Hour

Check here for the weekly Catechetical Hour:

Family Catechetical Hour: The Priesthood at Prayer

And the guide for using the Catechetical Hour here:How to Use the Family Catechetical Hour

Worship Anew

Worship Anew is a weekly thirty minute Lutheran TV broadcast worship service which includes music, Scripture readings, prayers, and a pastor delivering a message. The program is intended for those unable to attend church. It is closed captioned for the hearing impaired.

worshipanew.org

Higher Things

Higher Things, a ministry to Lutheran youth, provides daily devotions called “Reflections” for youth and their families. These Reflections, which center on the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

higherthings.org