August Worship Schedule

August 1 - Pentecost 10 - Holy Communion
The Gospel passage for this morning, from Luke 12, reminds us that in God's reign, the "rich will be sent away empty." Jesus uses a parable to warn against identifying the worth of one's life with the value of one's possessions rather than one's relationship with God.

Join us for worship and the celebration of the Sacrament of Holy Communion today. So great is the grace of God; so caring is the love of our Lord Jesus!

August 8 - Pentecost 11
In the continuing reading of Luke's 12th chapter Jesus encourages disciples to invest their hearts and live fully into God's reign. Instead of facing life with fear, those who know God's generosity are always ready to receive from God and to give to others.

God sent Jesus to our world that all who believe in him might have eternal life. Join us as we celebrate that Good News!

August 15 - Pentecost 12 - Holy Communion
As is often the case in life, accepting Christ as one's Lord and Savior may lead to conflict with others - even within one's family. Jesus delivers harsh words about the purifying and potentially divisive effects of obedience to God's call in the final portion of Luke 12. The way of the cross often leads followers to encounter hostility and rejection, even from those they love.

We will celebrate the Lord's Supper and share in the grace our loving God proclaims...please join us!

August 22 - Pentecost 13
Our Gospel readings switch to Luke 13. In this morning's passage we read about how Jesus heals a woman on the Sabbath, offering her a new beginning for her life. When challenged by a narrow reading of the Sabbath command Jesus responds by expanding "Sabbath work" to include setting people free from bondage.

In Jesus we come to know the truth...the truth that will set us free! Please worship with us today!

August 29 - Pentecost 14 - Holy Communion - Please not the change!
The issue of one's "greatness" is forever a stumbling block for each of us; "self-absorption" is legendary! Jesus observes guests jockeying for position at the table. He uses the opportunity to teach his hearers to choose humility rather than self-exaltation. Jesus also makes an appeal for hosts to mimic God's gracious hospitality to the poor and the broken.

We will celebrate Holy Communion THIS Sunday and NOT on Labor Day weekend - September 5.