Old Problems and New Beginnings By now the last of the leaves have likely fallen from trees in northern climes, and any still holding on look dry and dead. Snow has arrived, and its thick blanket shows the stains of city filth and grime, reminding us of the waste we...
This is a special violin performance by Rachael Ngasala at Faith Lutheran Church in Okemos, Michigan.
This is a special musical presentation of Alleluia! Sing to Jesus by the Chancel Choir of Faith Lutheran Church in Okemos, Michigan.
Over the years, I have participated in a few hundred weddings. For most of them I served as the musician. And, since I have been ordained, I have officiated for several weddings. Through this plethora of wedding experiences, there is one thing I have learned: a wedding is one of...
We Embody the Presence of Christ It is possible that the biggest barrier to accepting this as our lifelong vocation is not a lack of faith but a lack of imagination. On this final Sunday of the liturgical year, we receive a parable from Jesus challenging and inspiring our imaginations...
Acclamation – Hallelujah Praise the Lord from Gospel Mass by Robert Ray – a live performance by the Faith Lutheran Chancel Choir.
Awake to the Grace of God Linked with the reading from 1 Thessalonians and Psalm 90, Jesus’ parable of the talents invites a full-hearted response to God’s lavish gifts of faith and purpose: “Use ‘em if you’ve got ‘em!” The people of God are meant to be engaged, alert, and ready to...
This is a special musical performance of Keep Your Lamps by the Faith Lutheran Chancel Choir.
This is a special musical performance of Open The Eyes of my Heart Lord by the Joyful Noise Children’s Choir.