First Lutheran Church

05/31/2026

"Now the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain to which Jesus had directed them. And when they saw him they worshiped him, but some doubted. And Jesus came and said to them, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” Matthew 28:16–20. Join us Sunday morning in person or online for worship service with Pastor Tommy Presley and hear the word, "The Name of God."

The Sundays after Pentecost make up the longest portion of the Church Year. This is the Time of the Church-the time we focus on growing together in the life of the Holy Trinity. On the first Sunday after Pentecost, the Church celebrates Holy Trinity Sunday. We are baptized into only one name, but that name is "of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit." There is only one name, only one God-but there are three persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. On this Sunday, we confess the great mystery of the Holy Trinity.
The Sundays of this time of the Church Year are known as Sundays after Pentecost (or Sundays after Trinity). Picking up on Pentecost as the season of growth, they are often referred to as the Green Sundays. The readings focus on the life of Christ in His Church. We hear Jesus teaching His disciples and healing the faithful.

During the Time of the Church, we focus on growing together in the life of the Holy Trinity.
Acts 2:41-47 Ephesians 1:15-23. Ephesians 3:14-19 Colossians 3:12-17

PRACTICES AND TRADITIONS
The church is decorated in green, the color of growing plants. This marks the season of growth in living in our Baptism and receiving the Lord's Word and Sacraments.
On Trinity Sunday, we confess the Athanasian Creed, which goes into great detail to confess the catholic (universal) faith that must be faithfully and firmly believed to be saved: "that we worship one God in Trinity, and Trinity in Unity."

Our service is available whenever and wherever you are on our YouTube channel--First Lutheran Church Birmingham, AL and on FaceBook. God's heart is always open! Do you want to know more about God and His Promises? About Jesus? Contact us: https://tinyurl.com/God24-7 First Lutheran Church 2507 Highland Avenue S. Birmingham AL 35205 205-930-0380 http://www.firstlutheranbham.org Prayer Request https://forms.ministryforms.net/viewForm.aspx?formId=9d62e9ac-f5cb-425a-912a-ba1f25f360a8

05/31/2026

"Now the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain to which Jesus had directed them. And when they saw him they worshiped him, but some doubted. And Jesus came and said to them, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” Matthew 28:16–20. Join us Sunday morning in person or online for worship service with Pastor Tommy Presley and hear the word, "The Name of God."

The Sundays after Pentecost make up the longest portion of the Church Year. This is the Time of the Church-the time we focus on growing together in the life of the Holy Trinity. On the first Sunday after Pentecost, the Church celebrates Holy Trinity Sunday. We are baptized into only one name, but that name is "of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit." There is only one name, only one God-but there are three persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. On this Sunday, we confess the great mystery of the Holy Trinity.
The Sundays of this time of the Church Year are known as Sundays after Pentecost (or Sundays after Trinity). Picking up on Pentecost as the season of growth, they are often referred to as the Green Sundays. The readings focus on the life of Christ in His Church. We hear Jesus teaching His disciples and healing the faithful.

During the Time of the Church, we focus on growing together in the life of the Holy Trinity.
Acts 2:41-47 Ephesians 1:15-23. Ephesians 3:14-19 Colossians 3:12-17

PRACTICES AND TRADITIONS
The church is decorated in green, the color of growing plants. This marks the season of growth in living in our Baptism and receiving the Lord's Word and Sacraments.
On Trinity Sunday, we confess the Athanasian Creed, which goes into great detail to confess the catholic (universal) faith that must be faithfully and firmly believed to be saved: "that we worship one God in Trinity, and Trinity in Unity."

Our service is available whenever and wherever you are on our YouTube channel--First Lutheran Church Birmingham, AL and on FaceBook. God's heart is always open! Do you want to know more about God and His Promises? About Jesus? Contact us: https://tinyurl.com/God24-7 First Lutheran Church 2507 Highland Avenue S. Birmingham AL 35205 205-930-0380 http://www.firstlutheranbham.org Prayer Request https://forms.ministryforms.net/viewForm.aspx?formId=9d62e9ac-f5cb-425a-912a-ba1f25f360a8

05/21/2026

You know "old school" is really cool now--play to win, play for fun, and bring your friends! Wednesday, June 24 @ 6 pm CDT, in the Fellowship Hall of First Lutheran Church. See you soon!

Check out how much fun we had making a difference together!

05/20/2026

Written by Martin Luther in 1529, the Small Catechism provides a brief, clear summary of God's Word on the essentials of the Christian faith. In question-and-answer format, it explores the Six Chief Parts of Christian Doctrine and includes daily prayers, a table of duties for Christians in their various callings, and a guide for Christians as they prepare to receive Holy Communion.
All are welcomed to attend, whether you want a refresher on Luther’s Catechism or are a non-Lutheran interested in membership at First Lutheran Church.

Join us as we study Luther's Small Catechism Wednesday evening. Pot luck dinner is served at 5:15 pm and the class begins at 6 pm. Classes are taught by Pastor Tommy Presley.

Do you want to know more about God and His Promises? About Jesus? Contact us: https://tinyurl.com/God24-7 First Lutheran Church 2507 Highland Avenue S. Birmingham AL 35205 205-930-0380 http://www.firstlutheranbham.org
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05/17/2026

"(Jesus) said to them, “Thus it is written, that the Christ should suffer and on the third day rise from the dead, and that repentance and forgiveness of sins should be proclaimed in his name to all nations, beginning from Jerusalem. You are witnesses of these things. And behold, I am sending the promise of my Father upon you. But stay in the city until you are clothed with power from on high.”
Then he led them out as far as Bethany, and lifting up his hands he blessed them. While he blessed them, he parted from them and was carried up into heaven. And they worshiped him and returned to Jerusalem with great joy, and were continually in the temple blessing God. Luke 24:44–53. Join us Sunday morning in person or online for worship service with Pastor Tommy Presley and hear the word, ""The Gospel Carries On."

Easter is not merely a one-day celebration; it is a fifty-day season from the Day of the Resurrection of Our Lord to the Day of Pentecost. This extended season-one seventh of the year-is a victory celebration, a time for all Christians to proclaim boldly their faith in a risen and victorious Savior. You will hear “He is Risen” and respond “He Is Risen Indeed! Alleluia!”

EASTER PRACTICES AND TRADITIONS
The colors of Easter are white and gold. White, the color our Lord's holiness, is everywhere on Easter, from the paraments and vestments to the traditional Easter lilies. Gold decorations remind us that our resurrection life in Christ is precious and eternal. After a long absence in Lent, Alleluia returns at Easter and i s heard everywhere in the propers appointed for the weeks after Easter. Also, the joyous Hymn of Praise and the Gloria Patri return and are sung as part of the liturgy once again. During the Easter season, we greet one another with a special Easter greeting and response “He is Risen” and respond “He Is Risen Indeed! Alleluia!”

During Easter, we rejoice in our salvation.
Matthew 28 Luke 24 John 12:24-25; 20:1-29; 21:1-14 Acts 1:6-11; 2:1-4

Our service is available whenever and wherever you are on our YouTube channel--First Lutheran Church Birmingham, AL and on FaceBook. God's heart is always open! Do you want to know more about God and His Promises? About Jesus? Contact us: https://tinyurl.com/God24-7 First Lutheran Church 2507 Highland Avenue S. Birmingham AL 35205 205-930-0380 http://www.firstlutheranbham.org Prayer Request https://forms.ministryforms.net/viewForm.aspx?formId=9d62e9ac-f5cb-425a-912a-ba1f25f360a8

05/10/2026

"I will not leave you as orphaned." I am coming to you." John 14:18. Join us Sunday morning in person or online for worship service with Pastor Tommy Presley and hear the word, "I Will Not Leave You as Orphans."

Easter is not merely a one-day celebration; it is a fifty-day season from the Day of the Resurrection of Our Lord to the Day of Pentecost. This extended season-one seventh of the year-is a victory celebration, a time for all Christians to proclaim boldly their faith in a risen and victorious Savior. You will hear “He is Risen” and respond “He Is Risen Indeed! Alleluia!”

EASTER PRACTICES AND TRADITIONS
The colors of Easter are white and gold. White, the color our Lord's holiness, is everywhere on Easter, from the paraments and vestments to the traditional Easter lilies. Gold decorations remind us that our resurrection life in Christ is precious and eternal. After a long absence in Lent, Alleluia returns at Easter and i s heard everywhere in the propers appointed for the weeks after Easter. Also, the joyous Hymn of Praise and the Gloria Patri return and are sung as part of the liturgy once again. During the Easter season, we greet one another with a special Easter greeting and response “He is Risen” and respond “He Is Risen Indeed! Alleluia!”

During Easter, we rejoice in our salvation.
Matthew 28 Luke 24 John 12:24-25; 20:1-29; 21:1-14 Acts 1:6-11; 2:1-4

Our service is available whenever and wherever you are on our YouTube channel--First Lutheran Church Birmingham, AL and on FaceBook. God's heart is always open! Do you want to know more about God and His Promises? About Jesus? Contact us: https://tinyurl.com/God24-7 First Lutheran Church 2507 Highland Avenue S. Birmingham AL 35205 205-930-0380 http://www.firstlutheranbham.org Prayer Request https://forms.ministryforms.net/viewForm.aspx?formId=9d62e9ac-f5cb-425a-912a-ba1f25f360a8