Messiah Lutheran Church, Grand Rapids, Michigan

06/10/2026

A chorale (four-part harmony setting) and fugue by J.S. Bach on “These Are the Holy Ten Commands”, Lutheran Service Book 581 - the preservice music for this coming Sunday’s Divine Service. In the fugue, Bach uses the first phrase of Martin Luther’s catechism hymn to develop a musical conversation in an upbeat dance rhythm (called a jig). The key phrase is 10 beats long, ranging over 10 pitches and repeated 10 times, depicting redeemed Christians joyfully walking in the law of the Lord and witnessing to His goodness!

06/10/2026

O Lord, I am your servant; I am your servant, the son of your maidservant. You have loosed my bonds. (Psalm 116:16) Today's readings:

Proverbs 8:22-36 https://www.esv.org/Proverbs+8/
John 13:1-20 https://www.esv.org/John+13/

Almighty & everlasting God, grant us by Your grace to trust in the passion of our Lord Jesus Christ for our sake, that we may obtain the forgiveness of our sins. Amen.

06/09/2026

Messiah continues our summer schedule with Divine Services on Sunday, June 14th at 10:00 am (Bible Class will be held beforehand at 9:00 am) and Monday, June 15th at 7:00 pm. Plan to stay after Sunday’s service for a hot dog & ice cream social! The Sunday service is scheduled to be livestreamed at www.youtube.com/messiahgr, our website and our page.

The Lord is the God of compassion, He bore the Israelites on eagles’ wings & called them His treasured people. Jesus healed every disease & affliction through the cities & villages. But His greatest mercy is shown in such love that Christ would die for weak & ungodly people - sinners. Justified by His blood, we are saved from the wrath of God. This message must be shared, for the harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few; therefore, the church proclaims the coming of Christ. (Psalm 67:3-7; Exodus 19:2-8; Romans 5:6-15; Matthew 9:35-10:8)

06/09/2026

I will remember the deeds of the Lord; yes, I will remember your wonders of old. (Psalm 77:11) Today's readings:

Proverbs 8:1-21 https://www.esv.org/Proverbs+8/
John 12:36-50 https://www.esv.org/John+12/

Almighty God, grant that the birth of Your only-begotten Son Jesus Christ in the flesh may set us free from the bo***ge of sin. Amen.

06/08/2026

Messiah's Vacation Bible School is coming later this month! Join us M-Th June 22-25 from 9 to 11:45 am for our Tropical Trek!

RSVP for your kids now at https://vbsmate.com/events/messiahgr2026/32012

06/08/2026

How precious is your steadfast love, O God! The children of mankind take refuge in the shadow of your wings. (Psalm 36:7) Today's readings:

Proverbs 5:1-23 https://www.esv.org/Proverbs+5/
John 12:20-36 https://www.esv.org/John+12/

Merciful God, grant that we who glory in the death of Your Son Jesus Christ for our redemption may faithfully heed His call to bear the cross & follow Him, who lives & reigns with You & the Holy Spirit, one God, now & forever. Amen.

06/07/2026

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Please join us for meditation on God’s Word and prayer. View or download a service folder at https://tinyurl.com/mlcgrds2607 Bible Readings: Psalm 50:1, 7–10 Hosea 5:15-6:6 Romans 4:13-25 Matthew 9:9-13 Hymns (from Lutheran Service Book unless otherwise noted): 507 Holy, Holy, Holy (June’s Hym...

06/07/2026

Messiah's weekly Divine Service begins at 10:00 am today. Along with forgiveness of sins, life & salvation through His Word & Sacraments, Jesus Christ gives us the gift of bringing us together in His Church!. If you're unable to attend in person, you can view the service at this link:

Please join us for meditation on God’s Word and prayer. View or download a service folder at https://tinyurl.com/mlcgrds2607 Bible Readings: Psalm 50:1,…

06/06/2026

For Sunday, June 7:

Blessed are you, O Lord; teach me your statutes! (Psalm 119:12) Readings:

Proverbs 4:1-27 https://www.esv.org/Proverbs+4/
John 12:1-19 https://www.esv.org/John+12/

Almighty God, grant that in the midst of our failures & weaknesses we may be restored through the passion & intercession of Your only-begotten Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives & reigns with You & the Holy Spirit, one God, now & forever. Amen.