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Daily Devotion – Tuesday, May 19, 2020

Daily Devotion – Tuesday, May 19, 2020

Tuesday, May 19, 2020 Editor’s Note: Pastor Scott Peterson continues to share devotions from some of his favorite authors Diversities of Gifts by Gracia Grindal "I do pray for you but in my fashion which is not a very good one.  I am not a good pray-er.  I don't have...

Daily Devotion – Monday, May 18, 2020

Daily Devotion – Monday, May 18, 2020

Monday, May 18, 2020 Editor’s Note: Pastor Scott Peterson continues to share devotions from some of his favorite authors Being Known by Gracia Grindal "Love and understanding are one and the same only in God.  Who do you think you understand?  If anybody,...

Online Sunday Worship – May 17, 2020

Sunday Service of Worship -  May 17, 2020   https://youtu.be/sa6JbuKMYvM Pre-Recorded Service of Worship for the Sixth Sunday of Easter will be available at 6 a.m. Sunday Morning.  Please be sure to download an e-bulletin and e-insert so you can follow...

Daily Devotion – Saturday, May 16

Daily Devotion – Saturday, May 16

Saturday, May 16, 2020Editor’s Note: Pastor Scott Peterson continues to share devotions from some of his favorite authors. Knowing the Truth by Gracia Grindal "I don't much agree with you…about suffering teaching you much about the redemption.  You learn about the...

Daily Devotion – Friday, May 15, 2020

Daily Devotion – Friday, May 15, 2020

Friday, May 15, 2020 Editor’s Note: Pastor Scott Peterson continues to share devotions from some of his favorite authors. The Scandal of Faith by Gracia Grindal "If I set myself to write about a socially desirable Christianity, all the life would go out of what I do....

Daily Devotion for Thursday, May 14

Daily Devotion for Thursday, May 14

Thursday, May 14, 2020 Editor’s Note: Pastor Scott Peterson continues to share devotions from some of his favorite authors. The Best Medicine by Gracia Grindal "About the Lourdes business. I am going as a pilgrim, not a patient.  I will not be taking any bath.  I am...

Daily Devotion – May 13, 2020

Daily Devotion – May 13, 2020

Wednesday, May 13, 2020 Editor’s Note: Pastor Scott Peterson continues to share devotions from some of his favorite authors. Reason and Faith by Gracia Grindal "I certainly don't think that the death required that 'ye be born again,' is the death of reason.  One...

Daily Devotion – May 12, 2020

Daily Devotion – May 12, 2020

Tuesday, May 12, 2020 Editor’s Note: Pastor Scott Peterson continues to share devotions from some of his favorite authors. Two-Edged Sword by Gracia Grindal "This notion that grace is healing omits the fact before it heals, it cuts with the sword Christ said he came...

“The Messiah Messenger”

The Official  Monthly Newsletter of Messiah Lutheran Church

If you have an article you’d like to submit please email: newsletter@mlutheran.org  Deadline is typically the 3rd Sunday of each month.
Newsletter Editor:  Rebecca Mast
Communications Director: Meredith Kilby 

June 2024 Messenger

  • Pastor’s Page –  “God’s Word: Go For It! ”  

  • Outreach – Life Passages – Visitors Season is Here 

  • Music and Worship –  Summer Music Rehearsals, Dates, and Hymn Request Form Link

  • Youth & Faith Formation – Pre-K to Gr. 12 Teachers Sought, Vacation Bible School Information

  • Month in Pictures

May 2024 Messenger

  • Pastor’s Page – “Faith Formation is a Life Journey”
  • Calendar, Highlights
  • Outreach – Life Passages – Recap on Rummage Sale, Outreach MinistryUpdates and Reminders
  • Music and Worship – Music Rehearsals, Dates, and Messiah Music Camp Info
  • Youth & Faith Formation – Sunday School and Youth Activity Schedule for May – Vacation Bible School Information
  • News Flashes & Click and Connect –  Congregation Meeting with Elections May 5
  • Special Features – Call Committee Update, Fellowship Hall Chairs, and April 28 Town Hall Recap

April 2024 Messenger

  • Pastor’s Page –  “We All Need a Little Jesus”  
  • Outreach – Life Passages – Spotlight on Disaster Recovery, Disaster Relief Mission Trip, & April 6 Rummage Sale
  • Music and Worship –  Music Rehearsals, Dates, and Messiah Music Camp Info
  • Youth & Faith Formation – Sunday School and Youth Activity Schedule for April
  • News Flashes & Click and Connect –  Mini Handmade Market April 21, “Artreach” Workshop April 20
  • Special Feature –  Celebration of Mission & Retirement Potluck for Claire Stand April 21.  

March 2024 Messenger

  •  Pastor’s Page –  “Leap Into – Not Over – Lent ”  
  • Outreach – Life Passages – Spotlight on Lenten Giving Designees, New Future, Inc. & Kit Ministry 
  • Music and Worship –  Music Rehearsals, Dates and Holy Week/Easter Worship Details & Hymn request form.
  • Youth & Faith Formation – Sunday School and Youth Activity Schedule for March 
  • Month in Pictures Mardis Gras / Talent Show, Scout Sunday, and link to online February pictures.

February 2024 Messenger

  • Pastor’s Page –  “How Do We Celebrate God’s Love? ” 
  • Outreach – Life Passages, Special  Announcement from Claire, Ministry Spotlight: Cards & Caring Ministry, Bible Study and Epiphany Drive
  • Music and Worship –  Lenten Worship & Talent Show aka “Calorie Cabaret” Feb 3
  • Youth & Faith Formation – Souper Bowl of Caring Feb. 11, Envelope Fundraiser continues for Youth Gathering
  • Month in Pictures link and photos of the not so nice ice!

January 2024 Messenger

  • Pastor’s Page – “Savor God’s Grace ” plus Message from Messiah’s president, Neda Ballard
  • Outreach – Ministry Spotlight: Epiphany Newborn Gift Drive & Holy-Day Giving
  • Music and Worship – Talent Show set for Saturday, February 3
  • Youth & Faith Formation – Call Committee Members Announced, Youth Fundraisers, Dates
  • Month in Pictures with online galleries for Ring and Sing & more!