Lent begins with a solemn call to fasting and repentance as we begin our journey to the baptismal waters of Easter. During Lent, the people of God reflect on the meaning of their baptism into Christ’s death and resurrection. The sign of ashes suggests our human mortality and frailty. What...
Special music from January 31, 2015 by the Chancel Choir of Faith Lutheran Church in Okemos, Michigan
Transfiguration of Our Lord First Communion Exodus 34:29-35 Coming down from Mount Sinai, Moses’ face shone. Psalm 99 Proclaim the greatness of the Lord; worship upon God’s holy hill. 2 Corinthians 3:12–4:2 With unveiled faces we see the Lord’s glory as we are transformed. Luke 9:28-36 [37-43a] Jesus is transfigured...
Please take special note of Youth Group mission trip fundraiser Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper, February 9, 5:30-7:00 p.m. and Ash Wednesday worship, February 10, 12:00 noon and 7:00 p.m. with Holy Eucharist and imposition of ashes. 20160207Announcements
Our Lenten Journey Begins….. St. Paul, in his letter to the Romans, writes, “For creation waits with eager longing for the revealing of the children of God.” (Romans 8:19) As we enter into our Lenten experience this year, we are going to enter into a deeper reflection on our place and role in...
Fourth Sunday after Epiphany. Welcome, one and all! Faith, hope and love are gifts of God. May you find them here. 20160131Epiphany4
This Sunday– Water for Flint special offering – Quality Dairy will provide and Dan Henry Distributing will transport 24 pallets of water to Salem Lutheran Church if we can raise $1500 to cover the discounted cost of the water. If contributing by check, please make payable to Faith Lutheran Church. 11:30...
Third Sunday after Epiphany Jesus reads from the scroll of the prophet Isaiah. Gather round. Listen up. Glimpse the glory of God. 20160124Epiphany3
Gospel Mass rehearsals begin January 27 at 7:15 p.m. Annual congregational meeting January 31 at 11:30 a.m. Shrove Tuesday pancake supper February 9, 5:30-7:00 p.m. Ash Wednesday worship February 10, at 12:00 p.m. followed by soup and bread lunch and at 7:00 p.m. Imposition of ashes and Holy Communion during...
Michigan Governor Rick Snyder declared a State of Emergency on Tuesday, January 5, for Flint and Genesee County in support of Flint Mayor Karen Weaver’s request, as a result of the ongoing contaminated drinking water crisis). The damage is widespread and significant. All water for drinking and cooking must be...