Arise in Christ

05/26/2026

MAY 31- HOLY TRINITY SUNDAY
Though the word trinity is not found in the scriptures, today’s second reading includes the apostolic greeting that begins the liturgy: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all. In the gospel Jesus sends his disciples forth to baptize in the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. More than a doctrine, the Trinity expresses the heart of our faith: we have experienced the God of creation made known in Jesus Christ and with us always through the Holy Spirit. We celebrate the mystery of the Holy Trinity in word and sacrament, as we profess the creed, and as we are sent into the world to bear witness to our faith.

05/26/2026

A Prayer for Families
-Rev. R.H. Raasch
O Lord,
I thank you for my family.
You have created our lives and intentionally brought us together to live in one home. It is within this family relationship that we learn how to share your gifts of love, forgiveness, and mercy. It is here, in our home, that we learn to be patient, as you are patient; compassionate, as you are compassionate; and caring, as you care for us.
Bless our relationships that we may serve you
here in our home and when we go out into the
world.
In the mighty Name of Jesus, we pray.
Amen

05/13/2026

"If I am not allowed to laugh in heaven, I don't want to go there." -Martin Luther

05/13/2026

In these days between Ascension and Pentecost, we gather with the disciples in the upper room, waiting for the Spirit to transform the church around the world. In today’s gospel Jesus prays for his followers and for their mission in his name. Amid religious, social, and economic divisions, we seek the unity that Jesus had with his Father. Made one in baptism, we go forth to live our faith in the world, eager for the unity that God intends for the whole human family.
Readings and Psalm
• Acts 1:6-14
Jesus’ companions at prayer after his departure
• Psalm 68:1-10, 32-35
Sing to God, who rides upon the clouds. (Ps. 68:4)
• 1 Peter 4:12-14; 5:6-11
God will sustain and restore those who suffer
• John 17:1-11
• Christ’s prayer for his disciples

05/05/2026

10 Simple Rules for How to Pray

1. Pray where you are; God is present everywhere and ready to listen
2. Pray, when possible, in a quiet place where you can be alone. It is well to fix your mind deliberately on God, and away from confusing distractions.
3. Pray to God simply and naturally—as to a friend. Tell Him what is on your mind. Get help from the prayers of others.
4. Pray, remembering the good things God has done for you. Reckon up your blessings from time to time, and give thanks for them.
5. Pray for God’s forgiveness for the unworthy things that you have done. He cherishes a humble and contrite heart.
6. Pray for the things you need, especially those that make your life finer and more Christlike.
7. Pray for others, remembering the situations they confront and the help they need.
8. Pray for the world in its need, asking God to bring better things and offering your help to all in need.
9. Pray above everything else that God’s will may be done in you and in the world. His purposes are deeper and wiser than anything we can imagine.
10. Pray, and then let God use you in answering your prayer.

1. Pray where you are; God is present everywhere and ready to listen
2. Pray, when possible, in a quiet place where you can be alone. It is well to fix your mind deliberately on God, and away from confusing distractions.
3. Pray to God simply and naturally—as to a friend. Tell Him what is on your mind. Get help from the prayers of others.
4. Pray, remembering the good things God has done for you. Reckon up your blessings from time to time, and give thanks for them.
5. Pray for God’s forgiveness for the unworthy things that you have done. He cherishes a humble and contrite heart.
6. Pray for the things you need, especially those that make your life finer and more Christlike.
7. Pray for others, remembering the situations they confront and the help they need.
8. Pray for the world in its need, asking God to bring better things and offering your help to all in need.
9. Pray above everything else that God’s will may be done in you and in the world. His purposes are deeper and wiser than anything we can imagine.
10. Pray, and then let God use you in answering your prayer.

05/05/2026

For Sunday, May 10, 2026 – Sixth Sunday of Easter

Jesus does not abandon his followers. Through the Holy Spirit, Jesus comes to abide with his disciples of every generation. As Pentecost draws near, we are reminded that the risen Christ dwells in us as the Spirit of truth. We receive this Spirit in baptism and pray that in our gathering around the Lord’s table the Spirit will transform us to be the body of the risen Christ in the world.
Readings and Psalm
• Acts 17:22-31
Paul’s message to the Athenians
• Psalm 66:8-20
Bless our God, you peoples; let the sound of praise be heard. (Ps. 66:8)
• 1 Peter 3:13-22
The days of Noah, a sign of baptism
• John 14:15-21
Christ our advocate

05/04/2026

04/30/2026

As we continue to celebrate the fifty days of Easter, today’s gospel includes Jesus’ promise that he goes to prepare a place for his followers in his Father’s house. Our baptism commissions us to share Jesus’ mission in the world. As 1 Peter reminds us, we are a holy people, called to proclaim the one who called us out of darkness into light. In words and deeds we bear witness to the risen Christ—our way, our truth, our life.
• Acts 7:55-60
The martyrdom of Stephen
• Psalm 31:1-5, 15-16
Into your hands, O LORD, I commend my spirit. (Ps. 31:5)
• 1 Peter 2:2-10
God’s people chosen to proclaim God’s mighty acts
• John 14:1-14
Christ the way, truth, and life

04/15/2026

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04/15/2026

This week's gospel begins with two disciples walking to Emmaus, overcome with sadness, loss, and disappointment. They had hoped Jesus, who was crucified, would be the one to redeem Israel! Yet the risen Christ walks with them and then opens their eyes in the breaking of the bread. Each Sunday our hearts burn within us as the scriptures are proclaimed and Christ appears to us as bread is broken and wine is poured. The story of Emmaus becomes the pattern of our worship each Lord’s day.
Readings and Psalm
• Acts 2:14a, 36-41
Receiving God’s promise through baptism
• Psalm 116:1-4, 12-19
I will call on the name of the LORD. (Ps. 116:13)
• 1 Peter 1:17-23
Born anew through the living word of God
• Luke 24:13-35
Eating with the risen Christ

04/06/2026

For Sunday, April 12, 2026 – Second Sunday of Easter

Introduction: In today’s gospel the risen Christ appears to the disciples and offers them the gift of peace. Even amid doubts and questions, we experience the resurrection in our Sunday gathering around word and meal, and in our everyday lives. Throughout the coming Sundays of Easter the first two readings will be from the Acts of the Apostles and the first letter of Peter. Even as the early Christians proclaimed the resurrection, we rejoice in the new birth and living hope we receive in baptism.
Readings and Psalm
· Acts 2:14a, 22-32
Christ’s resurrection: the fulfillment of God’s promise to David
· Psalm 16
In your presence there is fullness of joy. (Ps. 16:11)
· 1 Peter 1:3-9
New birth to a living hope through the resurrection
· John 20:19-31
Beholding the wounds of the risen Christ

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