St. Matthew's Evangelical Lutheran Church

06/14/2026

We welcome you in Jesus name to worship with us at our 11:00 AM Sunday Eucharist as we celebrate the Third Sunday after Pentecost. Pastor Samuel David Zumwalt preaches “Holy Worship: Going to the Lost” (Matthew 9:35-10:8). The color of the day is green, which signifies growing in the grace and knowledge of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Wear green to worship this weekend! We recognize graduates at 11 a.m. Reception at 9:45.

From the console of our 47 rank Austin pipe organ with trompette-en-chamade, Bill Glisson leads the singing of joyous hymns at traditional services:

“Praise to the Lord the Almighty” (Entrance);

“God Loved the World So That He Gave” (Hymn of the Day);

“I Love to Tell the Story” (Recessional);

Our Sunday distribution hymns are:

“Precious Lord, Take My Hand”;

“I Love Your Kingdom, Lord”;

Special music for the weekend: Bill Glisson (organ) plays “St. Crispin 1,2,3” (Rotermund) at the prelude. Teresa Hall & Joseph Huppmann sing “O Lord Most Holy” (Franck) at the offering. Bill Glisson plays “Praise to the Lord the Almighty” (Manz) at the postlude.

We welcome you in Jesus name to worship with us at our Monday Night...

06/14/2026

WELCOME IN THE NAME OF JESUS! Worship with us at our 8:30 AM Sunday Acoustical Eucharist as we celebrate the Third Sunday after Pentecost. Pastor Samuel David Zumwalt preaches “Holy Worship: Going to the Lost” (Matthew 9:35-10:8). The color of the day is green, which signifies growing in the grace and knowledge of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Wear green to worship this weekend! We recognize graduates at 11 a.m. Reception at 9:45.

Joyful Noise Leads @ 8:30

“He Is Lord” (Gathering)

“God Loved the World So That He Gave” (Hymn of Day)

“Precious Lord, Take My Hand” (Distribution)

“Hallelujah! We Sing Your Praises (Sending)

Special music for the weekend: The Joyful Noise Ensemble sings “People Need the Lord” (Nelson & McHugh) at offering.

We welcome you in Jesus name to worship with us at our 11:00 AM Sun...

06/13/2026

WELCOME IN THE NAME OF JESUS! Worship with us at our 6:00 PM Saturday Night Eucharist as we celebrate the Third Sunday after Pentecost. Pastor Samuel David Zumwalt preaches “Holy Worship: Going to the Lost” (Matthew 9:35-10:8). The color of the day is green, which signifies growing in the grace and knowledge of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Wear green to worship this weekend! We recognize graduates at 11 a.m. Reception at 9:45.

From the console of our 47 rank Austin pipe organ with trompette-en-chamade, Bill Glisson leads the singing of joyous hymns at traditional services:

“Praise to the Lord the Almighty” (Entrance);

“God Loved the World So That He Gave” (Hymn of the Day);

“I Love to Tell the Story” (Recessional);

Special music for the weekend: Bill Glisson (organ) plays “St. Crispin 1,2,3” (Rotermund) at the prelude. Teresa Hall & Joseph Huppmann sing “O Lord Most Holy” (Franck) at the offering. Bill Glisson plays “Praise to the Lord the Almighty” (Manz) at the postlude.

WELCOME IN THE NAME OF JESUS! Worship with us at our 8:30 AM Sunday...

06/13/2026

Harry (Frank) Franklin Puckett II, 57, who was born June 6, 1968 in Salisbury passed from his earthly life Saturday, June 6, 2026. He was the son of Harry and Tanya Puckett.

In addition to his parents Frank is survived by his wife, Susan Henley Puckett; daughter, Olivia Puckett (Tony Garrett); stepson, Zack Woodward: granddaughter, Ozzy Garrett; sister, Melissa Miller (Dale); niece, Cassidy Miller; nephew, Brice Miller (Cat); great nephews, Ryder and Lorenzo; and special friend, Susan Parker.

Frank was known for his humor, gift for gab and loved his family. He enjoyed fishing, and spending time on the waterway down in Sunset Harbor. He loved music and concerts.

Frank worked in sales most of his adult life. He most recently worked for sales at Fortiline. He was described as piloting a new sales program initiative, because he was loved by all of the contractors, and the company wanted him representing them in the field. He was loved by all his colleagues and will truly be missed. If you ever needed a good mood pick me up, just be around Frank for 5 minutes, and you were smiling and laughing in no time.

The memorial service will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, June 13, 2026 at St. Matthew’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, 612 College Road, Wilmington, NC 28403 with the Rev. Dr. Samuel Zumwalt conducting the service.

The family will receive friends at the church following the service.

In lieu of flowers the family suggest you consider a memorial contribution to Pender County Humane Society, PO Box 626, Burgaw, NC 28425 in memory of Frank. Frank always had a soft spot in his heart for animals and was a strong supporter of animal care and rescue.

WELCOME IN THE NAME OF JESUS! Worship with us at our 6:00 PM Saturd...

06/13/2026

AALC Pastor and Theologian, Dr. Jordan Cooper, critiques and encourages practicing the Christian faith within a local congregation.

This video addresses the problems caused when one approaches the ch...

06/13/2026

Chad Bird discusses "rebaptism" and the reasons for it.

What does the Bible teach about rebaptism? Does a person ever need to be rebaptized? In this video, Chad Bird discusses common reasons for someone wanting to...

06/13/2026

Chad Bird shares his journey from holding to so-called "believer's" baptism to embracing infant baptism. He talks anthropology (who we are) and soteriology (how we are saved).

Why do some churches baptize infants? What are the biblical and the...

06/12/2026

We invite you in Jesus’ name to worship with us as we celebrate the Third Sunday after Pentecost on June 14, 2026. Pastor Samuel David Zumwalt preaches “Holy Worship: Going to the Lost” (Matthew 9:35-10:8). The color of the day is green, which signifies growing in the grace and knowledge of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Wear green to worship this weekend! We recognize graduates at 11 a.m. Reception at 9:45.

From the console of our 47 rank Austin pipe organ with trompette-en-chamade, Bill Glisson leads the singing of joyous hymns at traditional services:

“Praise to the Lord the Almighty” (Entrance);

“God Loved the World So That He Gave” (Hymn of the Day);

“I Love to Tell the Story” (Recessional);

Our Sunday distribution hymns are:

“Precious Lord, Take My Hand”;

“I Love Your Kingdom, Lord”;

Joyful Noise @ 8:30

“He Is Lord” (Gathering)

“God Loved the World So That He Gave” (Hymn of Day)

“Precious Lord, Take My Hand” (Distribution)

“Hallelujah! We Sing Your Praises (Sending)

Special music for the weekend: Bill Glisson (organ) plays “St. Crispin 1,2,3” (Rotermund) at the prelude. Teresa Hall & Joseph Huppmann sing “O Lord Most Holy” (Franck) at the offering at Saturday and 11 a.m. The Joyful Noise Ensemble sings “People Need the Lord” (Nelson & McHugh) at 8:30 a.m. Bill Glisson plays “Praise to the Lord the Almighty” (Manz) at the postlude.

06/10/2026

Deacon Robert Alan Shivers receives the Master of Divinity degree from Institute of Lutheran Theology on Thursday, June 11, 2026.

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06/10/2026

We welcome you in Jesus name to worship with us at our Midweek Eucharist with Healing Prayer at Noon.

We welcome you in Jesus name to worship with us at our Midweek Euch...