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Apr 2-3 Weekend Worship – Believing is Seeing

Posted on April 3, 2016 by mriguy

Easter is not merely a day but a season, and every year we begin the rest of the story with John’s description of Thomas and his encounter with the risen Lord. Perhaps this is descriptive of our attitude as a … Continue reading →

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Mar 19-20 Weekend Worship – Palms

Posted on March 20, 2016 by mriguy

Bittersweet. If something is literally bittersweet, it tastes both bitter and sweet at the same time—like a piece of dark chocolate. Different events can be bittersweet too— circumstances that are both painful and pleasant at the same time. Palm Sunday … Continue reading →

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Mar 12-13 Weekend Worship – Rejected!

Posted on March 13, 2016 by mriguy

In Isaiah’s day, the dreams of the nation of Israel had been shattered; they were in exile. But it was an opportunity to rely anew on God and His gracious plans for them when they would return. Saul had seen … Continue reading →

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Mar 5-6 Weekend Worship – Reconciliation, Restoration & Rejoicing

Posted on March 6, 2016 by mriguy

We live in a world of broken relationships. Without reconciliation, life is draining, not unlike plants without water or a dead battery. But Isaiah looked forward to a day in which God’s people would not only return from exile in … Continue reading →

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Mar 6 / 9:15 – Reconciliation, Restoration & Rejoicing – Blended Lutheran Worship video

Posted on March 6, 2016 by mriguy

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Feb 27-28 Weekend Worship – Second Chances

Posted on February 28, 2016 by mriguy

In our fallen human condition, the experiences of our lives appear to tell us about God’s approval or judgment. We sometimes think that people with terrible problems are being punished. When life is easy, we slip into complacency, believing that … Continue reading →

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Feb 20-21 Weekend Worship – Love Foresaken

Posted on February 21, 2016 by mriguy

God’s Old Testament people would not listen to His Word, but sought other gods. When Jeremiah pronounced judgment, they were ready to put him to death. When God’s Son came, it was only appropriate that the very people He sought … Continue reading →

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Feb 13-14 Weekend Worship – One Little Word

Posted on February 14, 2016 by mriguy

Today’s psalm exudes confidence in God, our refuge in time of trouble. Jesus knew this as He was tempted in the wilderness, though it was Satan who tried to use Scripture to tempt our Lord. When the Israelites would enter … Continue reading →

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Feb 6-7 Weekend Worship – What Happens at Camp, Stays at Camp

Posted on February 7, 2016 by mriguy

With the Transfiguration of Our Lord, the Epiphany season reaches its climax and comes to a close. Here on the mountaintop, Jesus’ identity as the divine Son is wondrously revealed. This is the fitting lead-in to the Lenten season, where … Continue reading →

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Jan 30-31 Weekend Worship – Pastor Antor Installation & What is this Word

Posted on January 31, 2016 by mriguy

This is a great, historic moment in the life of this congregation. Pastor Donald Antor will be installed as Director of Youth Ministries. This service is rich in tradition, filled with songs of joy, lots of scripture and of course, … Continue reading →

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