This was a special musical performance at Faith Lutheran Church in Okemos, Michigan by Pastor Ellen Schoepf of Pathetique Sonata, Opus 13 Adagio Cantabile by Ludwig Van Beethoven.
Silencing the Wind In a world filled with noise and empty words, God comes to us as stillness and silence, even to the point that wind ceases (Matt. 14:32). Jesus walks over stormy waters to his disciples, entering their boat and being present with them despite their fears and doubts. Today’s...
This is a special musical presentation of Softly and Tenderly by Thompson by Tammy Heilman today at Faith Lutheran Church in Okemos, Michigan.
This is a special music performance of Al Shlosha D’Varim by Naplan by the Women’s Choir of Faith Lutheran Church in Okemos, Michigan.
Abundance from Scraps Jesus is able to feed us abundantly, even with scraps. He meets earthly needs by feeding the crowds and continues now to offer himself as holy meal, freely given to all, no matter their income or rank in society. Advertisers have trained us that what’s proclaimed as...
This is a special musical performance by Diane Hill of There is a Balm In Gilead by Hayes at Faith Lutheran Church in Okemos, Michigan.
Judgment and Mercy Matthew’s gospel knows little compromise: sheep or goats, wheat or weeds, good or evil. Finding the good news of God’s love for all people, for all creation, can be a challenge in this book. Today’s gospel is no exception. Jesus interprets a parable for the disciples; he...
This is a special musical performance by Christopher Lewis as he sings God and God Alone by McHugh today at Faith Lutheran Church in Okemos, Michigan.
Life in Every Direction We can identify death in every direction. We see war, hunger, addiction, poverty, a dying planet, and broken hearts. This is not a new story. The children of Israel surely saw death in every direction, wandering in the desert and at least occasionally wondering about their...
When a Yoke Means Freedom Today’s gospel reading contains iconic words from Jesus: “Come to me all you that are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me; for I am gentle and humble in heart, and...