First Evangelical Lutheran Church-Redlands

06/23/2026

Inspired by Psalm 119:105

06/23/2026

Teach us, good Lord God, to serve you as you deserve, to give and not to count the cost, to fight and not to heed the wounds, to toil and not to seek for rest, to labor and not to ask for reward, except that of knowing that we do your will, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.

06/01/2026

We're excited to bring you our newest issue of Speakin' Deacon!

"In the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA), deacons are ordained ministers of Word and Service. Alongside pastors, who are ministers of Word and Sacrament, deacons are called to connect the church with the needs of the world. Our ministry reflects Jesus’ example of servant leadership, often symbolized by the towel and basin used when Christ washed the disciples’ feet.

"Deacons are ordained clergy on a permanent roster of the ELCA. Their vocation is to bridge the life of the church with the realities of everyday life, especially among those who are struggling, overlooked, or living on the margins. Because of this calling, deacons serve in a wide range of settings both inside and outside congregations."

You can continue reading at https://www.pacificasynod.org/news-events/speakin-deacon-3

05/30/2026

Come and fill your heart and soul praising God in a beautiful church setting. We worship Sunday mornings at 9:00 am.

05/24/2026

Hope to see you at church today!!

05/05/2026

Bring your key to church this Sunday at 9:00am.. and see what doors God will open for you.

Father, I’m holding this key today and thinking about how small it is, yet how much power it holds to open or close. Lord, You are standing at the door of my heart, knocking so gently. You don’t force Your way in; You wait for me to turn the key. I admit there are rooms in my life I’ve kept locked tight: places of fear, ego, and control I’ve been afraid to let You see. Today, I’m choosing to open them to Your light.

The Ritual: Pick up a key. Any key from your house or car will do. Feel its weight and the unique, sharp notches. As you hold it, think about what you’ve kept "locked" away. What would happen if you invited Him into those quiet rooms today?

Community Prompt: We’re opening the doors together. Share one word in the comments for what you’re inviting Him into right now (e.g., Peace, Rest, Clarity).

"Here I am! I stand at the door and knock." ( Revelation 3:20)

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04/14/2026

Sunday worship begins at 9:00 am this and every Sunday.
This Sunday’s will celebrate our 125th Anniversary. Bishop Nagler will speak and the will be a brunch and presentation after worship. Our congregation has been busy doing 125 acts of kindness…do you think we made our goal? Come to worship this Sunday and find out. If you have not been here in a while.. we miss you and welcome you back!❤️

Worship isn’t just for when things are going great: it’s how we push through the hard times. 🎶

Psalm 59:16: I will sing of Your strength; in the morning I will sing of Your love.

Start your day with a song of praise and watch how it changes your perspective.



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04/13/2026

You are carrying too many tomorrows in your mind right now.

You have been thinking about tomorrow so much that today feels heavy. Like your mind will not rest because it is already trying to solve problems that have not even happened yet. But you do not have to carry tomorrow today. God will meet you there when you get there. For now, breathe. You made it through today, and that already matters more than you think.

04/05/2026

Easter service begins at 9 am this morning! Come celebrate the risen Christ!