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From Heaven above to Earth I Come

From Heaven above to Earth I Come (LBW #51) From Heaven above to earth I come, To bear good news to every home; Glad tidings of great joy I bring, Whereof I now will...

January 26, 2018 -

A Season of Joy

As a kid, I was introduced to the smells coming from the kitchen when the holidays came around. The various combinations of butter, cream, eggs, sugar, flour and the heat of the oven did...

December 13, 2017 -

Mass shootings, stabbings, hurricanes, fires, rampant sexual harassment, political corruption, drug abuse, domestic violence, angry protests.…it seems that threats are coming from every direction. These are certainly not the things that you hope to...

December 04, 2017 -

by Pastor Scott

in blog, Pastor Scott Mann

The Small Catechism

“Lord, break my heart for what breaks yours.” I don’t know who first prayed that prayer. I know it’s an old one. As we celebrate the 500th Anniversary of the Reformation, I believe it...

October 31, 2017 -

by David Dahl

in blog, Pastor David Dahl

Give Thanks

In the month of November, we are in a time of year set aside for giving thanks. Certain things that I give thanks for include my family and friends, a home, health, food on...

October 31, 2017 -

by Pastor Scott

in blog, Pastor Scott Mann

500th Anniversary of the Reformation

As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace. (1Peter 4:10) How often do you get a chance to celebrate a 500th Anniversary? Well,...

October 07, 2017 -

by David Dahl

in blog, Pastor David Dahl

Fall Reflections

Fall is certainly one of my favorite times of the year. I just love the cool brisk air and the smell of fresh fallen leaves. It’s also a season when I get to spend more time...