In biblical times, wealth was seen as a blessing from God. But our Gospel for today turns this thinking upside down. Jesus says, “Sell what you own, give everything to the poor and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come and follow me.” For mortals, this is impossible; about as likely as a camel fitting…
Saturday, October 24, 2015 from 5-9 pm Lacey Community Center, 6729 Pacific Avenue SE, Lacey WA 98503 Join friends for a fun-filled evening and learn more about the Safi School Project and the students it supports. We will be highlighting the 2014-2015 accomplishments of our students and staff of Ngateu Secondary School in Arusha Tanzania.…
We are all created in the image of God. But we have tendencies toward sin, tendencies towards what is not God-like, turning away from God and towards ourselves. We are like hooks; we bend over, and curve into ourselves. In today’s sermon, Pastor Eric suggested we need to be more like a bungee cord…signifying partnership,…
We celebrate St Francis today and the blessing of all of God’s creation – including all of the wonderful creatures who share the planet with us. In this slideshow we see the love expressed between our church members and their loving pets. Also, don’t forget all the wild animals on the planet who also need…
Born into the family of a wealthy merchant, Francis gave up his inheritance to serve poor people. He formed the Order of Friars Minor (called Franciscans), who took on poverty and the task of preaching “using words if necessary.” Francis had a spirit for all of God’s creation. Next Sunday, October 4th, we will celebrate…
The 2015 ELCA Youth Gathering took place in Detroit, from July 15–19. Over 30,000 youth and chaperones attended this gathering. The theme for the 2015 gathering was “Rise Up”. Ford Field hosted a mass gathering each evening the 15th to the 18th, and a final morning service on July 19. Each of the three full days of the gathering…
This sermon starts with a Pastor Eric joke. He then tells us that today’s theme would be: “Embracing the Child”. Today’s gospel, Mark 9:30-37, speaks about “Whoever welcomes one such child in my name welcomes me…”. Everyone is a child in God’s eye. People come together to be God’s children. In God’s Kingdom, there is…
On Sunday, September 20th, we begin Sunday School classes for everyone! We have opportunities for students of all ages to grow in faith, love, and service! The Preschool-5th grade will meet in the sanctuary for a musical opening at 9:45am. After that, Preschool-Kindergarten meet with teacher Amy B., and the First through Fifth grades…
This Sunday not only Pastor Beth shared a message, but so did Lisha M. age 12. While Pastor Beth shared the sermon, artist Lisha created her sermon on a canvas. The theme for worship this morning was “God’s work. Our hands.” In other words, what does it mean to take up your cross and follow Jesus? Pastor…
Remember that this Sunday we return to two services—8:30 and 11:00. In between services from about 9:45-10:45, we will have a potluck brunch. Bring your favorite brunch food to share! We could use more help with set up and clean up. The Seahawks game will be on in the Parish Hall during the potlluck. We…