Church Blog (Page 4)
The end of ‘comfortable’ Christianity
(LCMS/Erik M. Lunsford) Re-posted from the Lutheran Reporter By Matthew C. Harrison The church is not, and never has been, a country club — though in the last century, especially in North America, it might have been confused for one. There was a time you could conduct personal business after the voters’ meeting, unofficially govern the affairs of the city from the church parking lot and use your Sunday morning bulletin to get a discount at the local buffet. Pastors…
Blake Edwards Memorial
It is with great sadness that we share the news of Blake M. Edwards passing on July 13th. Blake, “BME” lived his life enthusiastically, authentically, and with much courage. He was always loyal and generous to his family and friends. Blake was as handsome as ‘Superman’, and his outward appearance and good looks mirrored the goodness on his inside. Always eager to please, Blake went above and beyond for those he cared for and never turned down a request to…
VBS June 7-11 – 9:00am -12pm
The Wacky World of Water is a Vacation Bible School program that takes a fun and engaging look at water with Bible lessons that teach eternal truths, plus great games, crafts and much more. Kids will learn from stories throughout Scripture that include water—from creation, to the flood, to Jesus’ baptism, and to Jesus’ walking on water…and they might even get a little wet along the way! Be on the lookout on the Church and School Website and Facebook…
Thank you For Serving
It was a great Day of Service! 39 people served, not counting the MANY who donated and prayed for the food drive’s success. Outside we trimmed bushes, planted, and much more. Inside we took down old bulletin boards, cleaned storage rooms, a classroom, worked on the 225 bags for the delivery to the food pantry! We will look forward to another workday in the fall! Thank you to everyone who made the day of service such a success! In…
Mary Angerman
Our loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend passed away at 92. Born in Alton, IL but relocated to Texas to marry Walter and raise her family. Marietta, GA has been home for the last twelve years where she truly blossomed. Her witty personality and banana nut bread will be missed by all. Preceded in death by her husband, Walter, son, Dennis, and parents, Emma and Otto Volz. She is survived by her daughter, Barbara Youngs and her husband Pete, and…
Sunday School
We have started Sunday School during April 19-May 23. Any child ages 4 years to 5 grade is welcome to join us. We meet in the library at 9:30. Children 3rd-5th grade will remain in the library while the 4 years old thru 2nd grades will be in Mrs. Rush’s room. Bible lessons, praise songs together, a craft or small worksheet, and even spend the last 10-15 minutes outside having some playground time (weather permitting). In the summer, we will…
Old Paint Drive and Fundraiser May 8 – 9-2:30 pm
Isn’t it a nuisance and potential fire hazard? Share it with the World and also help us build an Atlanta area Habitat for Humanity House for a deserving family. Drop off your old paint, with your cash donation of (hopefully) about $5.00 per gallon, at the Faith Lutheran Church Old Paint Drive and Fundraiser. When: Saturday, May 8th from 9:00am to 2:30pmWhere: Faith Lutheran Church’s parking lot, 2111 Lower Roswell Rd.Marietta, GA 30068Please come by and volunteer an hour or two if…
Holy Week at Faith
Palm Sunday, March 28th is a joyous service to recall Christ’s triumphant entry into Jerusalem, signaling the beginning of Holy Week, the final days of our Suffering Savior’s life for us and for our salvation. Maundy Thursday, April 1st, 11 AM* & 7:00 PM we’ll gather to hear the “words of institution” and be a part of the Last Supper of our Savior, Jesus Christ, and then, gather together for “The Table Set for you”. Good Friday, April 2nd, Noon*…
Louise Weyer Memorial Service
https://youtu.be/DpJmJPbZwsM Louise Weyer Memorial – Thursday, March 11, 10:30 am at Faith Lutheran. Louise Weyer was called home, Saturday, February 27, 2021, after a short time of hospice care at Tranquility WellStar. Louise was the last “private communion call” I made after the COVID-19 hit, and she was the first institutional call that I made last week since COVID-19 hit. Louse was born July 11, 1929, confirmed May 25, 1942, and a Faith Lutheran member on July 21, 2013. …
Jessica Shea Installation, Sunday, February 14, 2021
We give thanks and praise to the Lord of the Church for leading Jessica Shea to accept our call to serve as P.E. Teacher and Athletic Director, at Faith Lutheran Church and School. Please join us this Sunday at the 11 am service for her installation and as we welcome Jessica, Dennis, Kathryn, and Jeremiah to our Faith Family. Jessica Shea is a graduate of Concordia, Seward, Nebraska. She has completed ten years of teaching. Since graduating, Jessica has served…
What we believe
Christ First in Everything We strive to become like Christ in everything we do – in thought, words and actions. Who is God? Lutherans believe and teach the divine mystery that God is Three in One – that is: Triune. Three distinct persons: FATHER, the creator of all that exists; Jesus Christ, the SON, who became human to suffer and die for the sins of all humanity and to rise to life again in the ultimate victory over death and…