Join us as our ELC Senior Choir leads our “Worship through Music” celebration at 8:30 a.m. this Sunday, May 12th. We will share hymns, scripture, and choral anthems by our very talented choir for this special worship event. Plan to join us!!
Meeting the Risen Christ – This week at ELC
Jesus meets the disciples just as they are trying to go back to their old way of life. Where will we encounter the risen Christ?
Worship this week: Saturday at 5:00 p.m. in the chapel
Sunday at 8:30 Traditional Worship
9:30 Sunday School
10:30 Contemporary Worship
Devotions for this week:
Meeting the Risen Christ May 4-5
SHARE: What was a high point of your day? What was a low point?
READ: Read the following daily readings to deepen your understanding
Monday Psalm 121
Tuesday Ezekiel 1:26-2:1
Wednesday Luke 5:1-11
Thursday Psalm 23
Friday Revelation 6:1-7:4
Saturday Ezekiel 28:25-26
TALK: Consider some of these ideas
“After these things Jesus showed himself again to the disciples by the Sea of Tiberias; and he showed himself in this way” — John 21:1
- What helps you remember that weeping is short lived and joy always returns? (Psalm 30:5)
- Rev 5:13 describes every creature in heaven and on earth worshiping God. How does this speak to you?
- Imagine being at the fish breakfast with Jesus. What would you see, hear, smell, touch and feel? (John 21:9-14)
PRAY: O God, whose blessed Son made himself known to his disciples in the breaking of bread: Open the eyes of our faith, that we may behold him in all his redeeming work; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.
BLESS: May you see the risen Christ at work in you today. Amen.
“Go therefore” — This week at ELC
Even though some still had doubts, Jesus sent the disciples to share the good
news, and they did. They went with the promise that Jesus would be with them always. We still share that same promise and that same mission.
Worship this week: Saturday at 5:00 p.m. in the Chapel
Sunday – 8:30 a.m. Traditional Worship
9:30 a.m Sunday School
10:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship
Devotions for this week:
Great Commission, Matthew 28:16-20 — April 28, 2019
SHARE: What was a high point of your day? What was a low point?
READ: Read the following daily readings to deepen your understanding
Monday, Psalm 40:9-10, Psalm
Tuesday, Acts 7:54-8:1, Stoning of Stephen
Wednesday, Acts 8:4-25, Philip Preaches in Samaria
Thursday, Acts 8:26-40, Philip and the Ethiopian Eunuch
Friday, Acts 9:1-19, The Conversion of Saul
Saturday, Acts 9:36-43, Peter in Lydda and Joppa
Go to clergystuff.com/daily-devotions for devotions on the daily readings.
TALK: Consider some of these ideas
“Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit,and teaching them to obey everything that I have commanded you. And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” (Matthew 28:19-20)
- How can you work to welcome them into God’s kingdom?
- If God changed your name as a sign that you have been set apart to serve God, what name would you want God to choose? Why?
- For the littles: What is the longest trip you’ve ever taken? What did you do there? Jesus invites us to share our stories with people all over the world.
PRAY: O Lord, at times we still question your presence, even when you’re right in front of us. Fill us with faith in your promises, simply because you are trustworthy. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
BLESS: May God send you out and walk with
you. Amen.
He is Risen Indeed – This week at ELC
Come join us in the celebration of Jesus’ resurrection!
Worship with Holy Communion at 7:00 am., 9:00 a.m., and 10:30 a.m!
Easter Breakfast served from 7:30 to 10:00 a.m.
Devotions for this week: Resurrection – April 21, 2019
SHARE: What was a high point of your day? What was a low point?
READ: Read the following daily readings to deepen your understanding
Monday, Psalm 118:19-24, Psalm
Tuesday, Matthew 28:11-15, The Report of the Guard
Wednesday, Acts 1:12-26, Matthias Chosen to Replace Judas
Thursday, Acts 2:37-42, The First Converts
Friday, Acts 5:12-16, The Apostles Heal Many
Saturday, Acts 5:17-42, The Apostles are Persecuted
Go to clergystuff.com/daily-devotions for devotions on the daily readings.
TALK: Consider some of these ideas
Suddenly Jesus met them and said, “Greetings!” And they came to him, took hold of his feet, and worshiped him. Then Jesus said to them, “Do not be afraid; go and tell my brothers to go to Galilee; there they will see me.” (Matthew 28:9-10)
Two Marys. One Tomb. No body. All the ingredients for a resurrection miracle, and the beginning of the greatest evangelism mission ever.
What loud or bright things in our culture compete for your attention? Is Jesus’ resurrection drowned out? Where do you see his resurrection and love for humanity loud and clear?
- What challenges do you face that make faith hard to come by? What can you do this week to strengthen your faith?
- For the littles: What’s your favorite thing about Easter? Jesus was raised from the dead on Easter! Hallelujah!!
PRAY: God of resurrection, you fill our grieving, doubting hearts with the light of your new life. Send us forth in joy to proclaim your good news to all whom we encounter, for the sake of Jesus our risen savior. Amen.
BLESS: May the God of the resurrection bring you to new life! Amen.
Palm Sunday/Passion Sunday – This week at ELC
For this week’s worship we gather for a retelling of the story of Holy Week, using music, readings, and participation of everyone.
Worship this week: Saturday at 5:00 p.m. – Sharing of the Palm Sunday/Passion Story
Sunday – 8:30 a.m. “Cry of the Whole Congregation”
9:30 a.m. – Sunday School and Fellowship
10:30 a.m. “Cry of the Whole Congregation”
Devotions for this week:
Palm Sunday – Matthew 21:1-17
Pray: Light a candle. Open your devotion with prayer.
Holy Jesus, you came to Jerusalem seeking not empty worship but faithfulness to your commandments. Guide us now as we begin this week of contemplation and keep us close to your side as we retrace the steps of your final earthly journey. In your name, we pray. Amen.
Read: Read the key verses from Sunday’s reading.
Then Jesus entered the temple and drove out all who were selling and buying in the temple, and he overturned the tables of the money changers and the seats of those who sold doves. He said to them, “It is written, ‘My house shall be called a house of prayer’; but you are making it a den of robbers.” (Matthew 21:12-13)
Go Deeper: Go to clergystuff.com/daily-devotions for devotions on the daily readings.
Monday, Psalm 118:26-29, Psalm
Tuesday, Matthew 26:31-75, Betrayal of Jesus
Wednesday, Matthew 27:1-26, Passion
Thursday, Matthew 26:17-30, Words of Institution
Friday, Matthew 27:27-61, Crucifixion
Saturday, Matthew 27:62-66, The Guard at the Tomb
Reflect: Reflect on the scripture summary.
Jesus’ final visit to Jerusalem is not to be missed. Arriving in spontaneous fanfare and then confronting the temple merchants over their exploitation of others. The week of reckoning has only begun.
Connect: Connect in conversation with others in your household.
What was a high point of your day? What was a low point?
Where do you see the presence of a dying Jesus in the world today? Where do you see the presence of a resurrected Jesus?
What are you most afraid of? How can Jesus’ presence in your life help you overcome your fear?
For the littles: Jesus had a grand parade in Jerusalem. Describe the parade you would host if Jesus rode into your town.
Do: By acting on what we learn, we make God’s word come alive. Do the following activity this week.
Attend Holy Week worship services this week. Write down one thing you get from each service. Carry it with you and reflect on it throughout the weekend.Bless: Close your devotion with a blessing.
May God dance in your parade. Amen.
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