Monthly Archives: July 2008

Prayer of Saint Ephraim

Posted on July 30, 2008 by admin

O Lord and Master of my life, Grant not unto me a spirit of idleness, of discouragement, of lust for power, and of vain speaking. But bestow upon me, Thy servant, the spirit of chastity, of meekness, of patience, and … Continue reading →

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A Clay-Footed People

Posted on July 28, 2008 by admin

Here is a good quote from an excellent article on the dangers of idol worship and the blessings of Grace: I’ve got to believe that nothing would profoundly change the focus, direction, praxis, and reflection of each Christian in this … Continue reading →

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Just a Reminder: Jesus Desires Mercy Not Sacrifice

Posted on July 28, 2008 by admin

Tonight as I was out visiting I was blessed to relearn that full power of that great truth: Go and learn what this means, ‘I desire mercy, and not sacrifice.’ For I came not to call the righteous, but sinners." … Continue reading →

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Bible Study for August 3, 2008 – Matthew 14:13-22

Posted on July 28, 2008 by admin

Click HERE and HERE and HERE to find out more about Tabgha AKA Church of the Multiplication of the Loaves and the Fishes Lectionary Texts for the Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost (Year A – Lectionary 18) Isaiah 55:1-7 » Read … Continue reading →

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By Order of the Pastor’s Wife

Posted on July 27, 2008 by admin

Gail says I should put something on the blog that is a little more winsome..so I give you … A puppy and some bunnies! Psalm 148:1-14 (This Psalm was one of the texts for today’s VBS session about being thankful … Continue reading →

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Preaching, Politics, and Jesus Christ

Posted on July 27, 2008 by admin

Please consider reading this short but powerful reflection on preaching and politics by Russell D. Moore entitled The Messiah Channel: Jeremiah Wright & the Conservatives Who Preach Just Like Him. Please keep praying for me, and for every other preacher … Continue reading →

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Bible Study for July 27, 2008 – Matthew 13:24-52

Posted on July 26, 2008 by admin

Things to know: The Gospels use three terms to describe the kingdom of God: “the kingdom of God, “the kingdom of [the] Heaven[s]” and the "the kingdom”. All these terms mean the same thing. The word  "Kingdom" doesn’t refer to … Continue reading →

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Revisions revisions revisions

Posted on July 25, 2008 by admin

Please forgive my constant revisions. Writing is an extremely painful process for me. I can spend hours listening to people tell me the most horrific things and stay calm ….and I can talk for days without taking a break..I have … Continue reading →

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Why Bother Being a Disciple of Jesus Christ?

Posted on July 25, 2008 by admin

  Why should anyone bother to be a Christian?  This is one of those great questions that more and more people seem to be asking these days. And many ask it with a sincere conviction that as a believer you … Continue reading →

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Get News on religion at GetReligion.org

Posted on July 24, 2008 by admin

  One of the more interesting sites I have run across in a long time is GetReligion.org. This site dissects and evaluates media reporting about religious issues. As you read this blog you can get a good feel for the … Continue reading →

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Pastor Has the Flu

Posted on July 23, 2008 by admin

God willing I will be posting new info on the blog by Thursday evening and back in the office on Friday.

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Do it Again!

Posted on July 22, 2008 by admin

A child kicks his legs rhythmically through excess, not absence, of life. Because children have abounding vitality, because they are in spirit fierce and free, therefore they want things repeated and unchanged. They always say, “Do it again”; and the … Continue reading →

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Commemoration – July 22

Posted on July 22, 2008 by admin

Mary Magdalene, First Witness of the Resurrection Mary Magdalene is honored as one of the first witnesses of the Resurrection of Jesus, and received a special command from our Lord to tell the Apostles of his resurrection (John 20:11–18). Because … Continue reading →

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Join us For VBS 2008 – DISCOVER JESUS’ MIRACULOUS POWER – July 27-31

Posted on July 21, 2008 by admin

When: 6-8 PM Sunday, July 27-Thursday, July 31 Where: Peace Lutheran Church Cost: FREE We will be singing songs, playing games, making cool crafts and eating yummy snacks while learning about the power of Jesus’ love for us. Kids from … Continue reading →

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Peace Lutheran Serves at the Love inc Meal Site This week

Posted on July 21, 2008 by admin

Thursday July 24th is our day to serve food at the Love Inc Meal site as well as the women and children at the Transitional Living Center.  If you would like to contribute money or food to the effort please … Continue reading →

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