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The Sin of Racism: A Gospel Response (repost)
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Was America founded as a Christian nation?
Was America founded as a Christian nation? That is an often-debated question. If we look at ancient Israel, for example, to answer the question, we will discover that our nation was not founded to be Christian. Israel was founded as a nation under God, which the Lord founded with its first citizen Abraham. The LORD had said to Abram, “Leave your country, your people and your father’s household and go to the land I will show you. 2 “I will…
LCMS President Rev. Dr. Matthew C. Harrison addresses SCOTUS decision
June 24, 2022 “This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it” (Psalm 118:24). Today is a monumental day, a day on which we simultaneously rejoice, pray, give thanks, lament, repent and weep. The Supreme Court reversed Roe v. Wade and returned the responsibility for protecting life to the states. “Held: The Constitution does not confer a right to abortion; Roe and Casey are overruled; and the authority to regulate abortion is…
Statement from LCMS Life Ministry on the ‘Dobbs v. Jackson’ ruling
Life Ministry of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS) applauds the action of the U.S. Supreme Court to correct the egregious and mortal error codified in Roe v. Wade. We now encourage each state government to follow suit by passing and administering laws that protect human life. The people of the LCMS will continue to pray for the government and all in authority, that we might all live peaceful and quiet lives (1 Tim. 2:1–2). We rejoice that the truth of…
34th Convention of the Florida-Georgia District ~ LCMS
On Thursday, June 21, 2022 at 7:27 pm, the 34th Convention of the Florida-Georgia District of the LCMS, was called to order. 101 pastoral delegates and 108 lay voters were present. Special thanks to Dennis Cerny our lay delegate, and Russell Couch alternate delegate for attending the convention representing Faith Lutheran. Elections Among the first order of business was the election of a new district president. On the ballot were: Rev. Dr. Victor Belton, Rev. Keith Lingsch, Rev. Dean Pfeffer,…
Ash Wednesday Worship & Dinner
Ash Wednesday is March 2, 2022 It was nearing the end of the three years of following Jesus. They had headed north of the Sea of Galilee, on the road to Caesarea Philippi, headed for the Mount of Transfiguration. “When Jesus came to the region of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, “Who do people say the Son of Man is?” Matthew 16:15 (NIV) The question was a turning point. After today, Jesus would reveal in clear terms what lay…
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…