Welcome

Dear Visitor: We are neither good enough nor do we know enough to be members of the church, the Body of our Lord. Rather, “we are justified by faith” (Romans 5:1, NIV). If you are like us and long for peace with God, you will feel comfortable among us. In any case, we would like to help you find out. Please stay for a while after worship—we’d love the chance to meet you!

Preparation for Worship

As we worship you, Lord, unite us in heart and purpose. Let our songs rise as one voice, our prayers blend as one offering and our faith be strengthened through our fellowship. May our worship today draw us closer to you and to one another. Amen.

Prayer Ventures

Pray that the Spirit will strengthen our faith in God’s ability to open our eyes to God’s presence and activity in the world.

Stewardship of your whole life

Romans 8:6 – To set the mind on the flesh is death, but to set the mind on the Spirit is life and peace.

Sometimes stewarding the soul is as simple as “setting your mind the Spirit,” leaning into our faith and taking steps toward life and peace.

Fifth Sunday in Lent

In today’s gospel Jesus reveals his power over death by raising Lazarus from the dead. The prophet Ezekiel prophesies God breathing new life into dry bones. To those in exile or living in the shadows of death, these stories proclaim God’s promise of resurrection. In baptism we die with Christ that we might also be raised with him to new life. At the Easter Vigil we will welcome the newly baptized as we remember God’s unfailing promise in our baptism.

A Quote From Fr. Richard Rohr

You are created in the image of God from the very beginning. This is the basis for God’s justice: Since everyone is made in the image of God, then we need to recognize, honor, and respect the image of God in everyone.
No exceptions.