Week of Sunday, August 13
Tenth Sunday after Pentecost
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Elijah finds the presence of God not in earthquake, wind, or fire, but in the sound of sheer silence. When the disciples face a great storm on the sea, they cry out with fear. Jesus says: “Take heart, it is I; do not be afraid.” Amid the storms of life, we gather to seek the calm presence of Christ that soothes our fears. In comforting words of scripture and in the refreshing bread and cup of the eucharist, God grants us peace and sends us forth to be a sign of God’s presence to others.
Readings and Psalm
- 1 Kings 19:9-18
The Lord speaks to Elijah on Mount Horeb - Psalm 85:8-13
I will listen to what the Lord God is saying. (Ps. 85:8) - Romans 10:5-15
Hearing and confessing the word of faith - Matthew 14:22-33
Jesus walking on the sea
Welcome Vicar Samantha!
Last Tuesday Samantha started officially as our intern for this year. We are so blessed to have her! She was in Iowa on a service trip with some of our confirmation youth last week so we will officially welcome and install her on Sunday.
Redevelopment Process
Focusing on our mission
First Lutheran Church of the Trinity has entered into a redevelopment partnership with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America and the Metropolitan Chicago Synod of the ELCA.
The redevelopment process is focused not only on sustainability of resources, but on creating a culture where our congregation is participating in the work of the spirit.
Each month our redevelopment team will identify something new to focus on, or we will continue to work in the areas recommended by the Synod. These areas are Growth, Shared Leadership, Discipleship, Stewardship, Contextual and Relevant Worship, and an Inclusivity Plan.
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