Advent Lutheran Church

06/08/2026

From Sundays & Seasons, Introduction: Though Jesus was a devout Jew who practiced his faith, he was criticized for eating with tax collectors and sinners—the religiously nonobservant. Jesus criticizes the self-righteous and reminds us that mercy is to be at the heart of our religious practices. God continues to be made known in those on the margins of society, like Matthew the tax collector and the hemorrhaging woman. As we gather each Lord’s day we receive the healing that makes us well and sends us forth to be signs of God’s mercy for the world.

Welcome, and thank you for joining us as we celebrate the 2nd Sunday after Pentecost! You can view this week's worship service on our YouTube channel:

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06/01/2026

From Sundays & Seasons, Introduction: 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.

Welcome, and thank you for joining us as we celebrate the festival of the Holy Trinity! You can view this week's service on our YouTube channel:

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05/26/2026

From Sundays & Seasons, Introduction: Pentecost derives its name from the Jewish festival celebrating the harvest and the giving of the law on Mount Sinai fifty days after Passover. Fifty days after Easter, we celebrate the Holy Spirit as God’s presence within and among us. In Acts the Spirit arrives in rushing wind and flame, bringing God’s presence to all people. Paul reminds us that though we each have different capacities, we are unified in the Spirit that equips us with these gifts. Jesus breathes the Holy Spirit on his disciples, empowering them to forgive sin. We celebrate that we too are given the breath of the Holy Spirit and sent out to proclaim God’s redeeming love to all the world.

Welcome, and thank you for joining us as we celebrate the Day of Pentecost! You can view this week's worship service on our YouTube channel:

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05/18/2026

From Sundays & Seasons, Introduction: 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.

Welcome, and thank you for joining us as we celebrate the 7th Sunday of Easter! You can view our worship service on our YouTube channel:

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05/11/2026

From Sundays & Seasons, Introduction: 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.

Welcome, and thank you for joining us as we celebrate the 6th Sunday of Easter! You can view this week's service on our YouTube channel:

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05/04/2026

From Sundays & Seasons, Introduction: 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.

Welcome, and thank you for joining us as we celebrate the 5th Sunday of Easter! You can view this week's worship service on our YouTube channel:

5/3/2026 5th Sunday of Easter

04/27/2026

From Sundays & Seasons, Introduction: Today is sometimes called “Good Shepherd Sunday.” Jesus is called the “gate” of the sheep in today’s gospel. The risen Christ opens the way to abundant life. He anoints our heads with oil and guides us beside the still waters of our baptism. Each Sunday he spreads a feast before us amid the world’s violence and war. We go forth to be signs of the resurrection and extend God’s tender care to all creation.

Welcome, and thank you for joining us as we celebrate the 4th Sunday of Easter! You can view this week's worship service on our YouTube channel:

4/26/2026 4th Sunday of Easter

04/21/2026

From Sundays & Seasons, Introduction: Today’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.

Welcome, and thank you for joining us as we celebrate the 3rd Sunday of Easter! You can view this week's service on our YouTube channel:

4/19/2026 3rd Sunday of Easter

04/13/2026

From Sundays & Seasons, 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.

Welcome, and thank you for joining us as we celebrate the 2nd Sunday of Easter! You can view this week's worship service on our YouTube channel:

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04/06/2026

From Sundays & Seasons, Introduction: This is the day the Lord has made! Christ is risen, and through him all creation is made new! Indeed, “God shows no partiality” (Acts 10:34): Christ’s resurrection truly brings life to everyone. We sing hymns of praise, gather around sacred words, and proclaim God’s faithfulness, power, and love in the feast of holy communion. With the women at the tomb, we are astonished, elated, and grateful. We depart with joy to proclaim the good news of God’s endless love.

Welcome, and thank you for joining us as we celebrate Holy Week and the Resurrection of Our Lord! You can view the worship services from Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and Easter by clicking on the links below:

Maundy Thursday: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=70vou__CH0k

Good Friday: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zDL2mGRKviA

Resurrection of Our Lord, 8am (spoken worship): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9r65S2devwA

Resurrection of Our Lord, 10am (traditional worship): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TFXqhEcU3hs