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June 18, 2016 Danie Blue The morning started differently than the others. Instead of a breakfast at the hostel, our group had nothing planned until 10:30 a.m., so we went out to different cafes in Wittenberg. It was a good cultural experience to learn restaurant...
Greetings from Wittenberg!
Halle – Leipzig
June 17 - Halle - Leipzig Anna Flowers Today started really early … we ate breakfast at 7 am and were off by 8. After breakfast, we drove to Halle and after a quick look around took a guided tour around the city. We saw churches, sculptures, a cool garden, and...
Wittenberg, Here We Are
June 16 – Today’s travel notes provided by Justin Walker and Bridie Ryan. Photos by Larry Ryan & Tally Kaefer.
God’s Words for Worship This Week- June 19, 2016
READINGS FOR COMING WEEK Fifth Sunday After Pentecost 1 Kings 19:1-4, (5-7), 8-15a and Psalm 42 and 43 Isaiah 65:1-9 and Psalm 22:19-28 Galatians 3:23-29 Luke 8:26-39 GOSPEL VERSE Luke 8:26-39 Jesus Heals the Gerasene Demoniac 26 Then they arrived at the country of...
Berlin
June 15th Highlights from the Odyssey to Germany!
Arrived Safe in Germany
GERMANY ODYSSEY Monday, June 13: 10:15 AM: We left from the church parking lot at 10:55 AM to travel to Atlanta. That is early when the flight to Istanbul does not depart until 10:45 PM. This day has some 'firsts' to it. Thomas and Muriel Irvin had never before driven...
And They’re Off!
Odyssey to Germany Underway for 15 Youth, Four Adult Leaders This morning at around 10:30 a.m. the group traveling on the "Odyssey to Germany" departed for the airport in a number of vehicles driven by leaders and parents. A Blessing and Sending of Odyssey Senior...
Music Camp 2016: “Lord Use Me: The Adventures of St. Francis”
It's been a busy week at Messiah for our music campers! After a week filled with fun, games, crafts, outreach projects, worship, and, of course, music, the campers ended our annual music camp by leading our Sunday services with performances of "Lord Use Me: The...
Music Camp 2016 Mid Week Recap
Prayer of Saint Francis inspired daily lesson through Music Camp week. "Lord, make me an instrument of thy peace. Where there is hatred, let me sow love; Where there is injury, pardon; Where there is doubt, faith; Where there is despair, hope; Where there is darkness,...
God’s Words for Worship This Week- June 5, 2016
What a friend we have in Jesus, all our sins and griefs to bear,” an old hymn says. If that is right, it means the risen Jesus carries the griefs that weigh on each of us. Think about that, and think about what it tells us about our God. Lectionary for the Third Sunday after Pentecost.
God’s Words for Worship This Week- May 29, 2016
The Revised Common Lectionary is presented along with questions for reflection, study and preparation for Sunday’s Worship and Pastor Scott’s sermon.
Baptism, Confirmation Highlight Pentecost Sunday
Pentecost Sunday highlights included the Baptism of Nora Elizabeth Christensen and Confirmation for eight youth.
Outrun Hunger 5K raises over 6K for Harvest Food Pantry
A recap of the first Annual “Outrun Hunger 5K” that took place on May 14, 2016. The race raised over $6,800 for the area “House of the Harvest” food pantry.
Mom’s Book Club Outing
The Mom's Book Club gathered together for an evening of fun and fellowship at Pinot's Palette in Providence. The staff at Pinot's did a wonderful job of walking everyone through the process of creating their own work of art!
God’s Words for Worship This Week – May 15, 2016
Have you ever had an experience that dramatically changed you? If so, did you understand that experience as God at work? This Sunday is Pentecost Sunday. Come be changed by the Holy Spirit of the risen Christ! Worship Services with the Lord’s Supper at 8:30 and 11:00 a.m. Children’s Church and Professional nursery care available. All are welcome at Messiah Lutheran Church.
Wheelchair Ramp Build, 7 May 2016
The Wheelchair Ramp Team of Messiah Lutheran Church had another successful ramp building day. This ongoing ministry of Messiah Lutheran Church is conducted in partnership with CASA of Madison County to build fully functional and safe ramps for those in need. In this...
God’s Words for Worship This Week – May 8, 2016
The Revised Common Lectionary is presented along with questions for reflection, study and preparation for Sunday’s Worship and Pastor Scott’s sermon.