May 18, 2025

Revelation 21:1 – “Then I saw a new heaven and a new earth, for the first heaven and the first earth had
passed away, and the sea was no more.” 

The things of this world are passing away. We are waiting for a new heaven and a new earth, which have been promised to us in Christ. This knowledge is foundational for our stewardship of what God has put into our hands. 

What is truly important? What is worthy of our support? How has God called us to use “unrighteous mammon” for the good of our neighbor and His kingdom?

LCMS Stewardship Bulletin Sentences              ____________________________________________

 

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Fifth Sunday of Easter

Acts 11:1–18; Revelation 21:1–7; John 16:12–22 or John 13:31–35

Jesus Turns Sorrow into Joy

On earth “you will be sorrowful, but your sorrow will turn into joy” (John 16:20). 

Already the Spirit grants you peace and joy through the forgiveness of your sins. For by the cross of Christ, “God has granted repentance that leads to life” (Acts 11:18). His Gospel is “a message by which you will be saved, you and all your household” (Acts 11:14). He gives freely “from the spring of the water of life” (Revelation 21:6), “and death shall be no more” (Revelation 21:4). He dwells with His people, adorning His Church as a bride for her husband, “making all things new” (Revelation 21:5). 

Therefore, as the Son of Man is glorified by His cross, “and God is glorified in him” (John 13:31), so He is glorified in us by our “love for one another” (John 13:35), which His Spirit works in us by His grace.  ______________________________________________________________

Life Thoughts for the Week

Fifth Sunday of Easter - “Live abundantly, friends, graduates, loved ones, and fellow brothers and sisters in Christ! Know who you are and to whom you belong.” 

Deaconess Janet Nicol, Word of Hope – A Life Quote from Lutherans For Life • lutheransforlife.org

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Summer 2025 Worship Service Schedule

Divine Service - 9:00 a.m.

Holy Communion is offered at at every Divine Service.

 

Adult Discipleship Class / Children's Sunday School

10:30 a.m.

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