Archive for February 2015
Worship Space March Milestone
Three of our 4-year-olds, Bell Brady, Addison Connell and Jillian Towns, took place in a Worship Space March milestone on Jan. 4. The girls got to check out each of the three worship spaces, and what makes each one special. “It was wonderful,” said Heather Brady, Bell’s mom. “She loved it! I wasn’t sure what…
Read MoreMiracle of the Light
Nine of our sixth-grade girls and friends learned about acolyting during the Miracle of the Light milestone on Jan. 9. “For Lillie, it was meaningful that they tied in the question of ‘Why light in worship?’ and what it means to acolyting,” said Kathy Rusher. “She now understands the importance of light inside and outside…
Read MoreScholarship challenge continues as Guatemala
The school year is about to begin in Guatemala. In Guatemala, if your family can’t pay for your education, you do not go to school. This issue severely affects children living in poverty and impacts the generational issues of illiteracy, unemployment and poverty in that country. There are many children who have applied to attend…
Read More2 St. John’s groups meet in Holy Land
Not one but two groups with St. John’s ties toured the Holy Land in January. The two groups met for a time of fellowship on Jan. 10 at the Angel Hotel in Bethlehem, then worshipped together on Jan. 11 at Christmas Lutheran Church. Christmas Lutheran Church and its pastor, Dr. Mitri Raheb, are among St.…
Read MoreOur year of healthy living begins to unfold
Spiritual growth makes us ever more aware of the totality of our lives. We are far more than the frame and canvas of mankind; we are the living embodiment of God. We are the Emanuel of song. We are truly the spirit of love. We are meant to be where we are and we have…
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