Jesus has power over the dark forces that stand behind all our fears – a power that is original, that he always uses to rescue the creatures and creation he loves so much, and always outpaces all our expectations and hopes.
Readings and sermon were delivered by Pastor Aaron Mueller.
Order of service:
Readings:
- Psalm reading is from Psalm 32:1–2, 5–7, 10
- Old Testament reading is from Deuteronomy 18:15–20
- Epistle reading is from 1 Corinthians 8:1–13
- Holy Gospel is from Mark 1:21–28
Hymns:
- Be Unto Your Name
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Text and tune by Gary Sadler and Lynn DeShazo
© 1998 Integrity’s Hosanna! Music
Used with permission, CCLI license # 20286740 - Thy Strong Word
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Text by Martin H. Franzmann
© 1969 Concordia Publishing House, used with permission, CCLI license # 20286740
Tune by Thomas J. Williams, public domain - By Grace Alone
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Text by Martin Luther
Tune by David Ward, © 2002 ThousandTongues.org
Used with permission, CCLI license # 20286740 - Jesus Paid It All
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Text by Elvina M. Hall
Tune by John T. Grape
Public domain - Sent Forth by God’s Blessing
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Text by Omer E. Westendorf
© 1964 World Library Publications, used with permission, CCLI license # 20286740
Tune by Welsh
Public domain
Announcements:
- Bible Study
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Sun, Jan, 31 @ 12:30 PM (Zoom).
Please text Pastor Mueller if you have not yet attended and would like a Zoom invitation link sent to your email. - Sunday School
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Students in preschool through 8 grade are invited downstairs immediately after Communion for a brief (5-10 minute) period where they can grab a pre-packaged snack, hear a short message and take home materials to work on at home.
- Youth Confirmation
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Sun, Jan, 31 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
- New Member Class
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Sun, Jan, 31 6 PM – 7:30 PM
- Men’s Bible Study
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Tuesday at 6:30 AM, Aaron is leading a men’s Bible study. Please contact Aaron if you are interested in attending.
- Wednesday Evening Group Study
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Join us Wednesday evenings at 7 PM for a group study led by Aaron via Zoom.
- Women of Faith Bible Study
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This brand new, women’s Bible study is offered to all women ages 19 and up. Sign up in the church narthex or contact the church officer for more information.
- Jr. High & Sr. High Youth Group (6th-12th Grade)
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Join us Tuesday night at church for Bible study, fellowship and fun from 6:30-8:00 PM.
Upcoming serve opportunities: Homeless Outreach in Granite City February 13th 12:30-3:00 PM.
- Metro-East Lutheran High School Open House
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Metro-East Lutheran High School will host an open house on today, from 1 PM to 3 PM. All are invited.
- Mosaic Baby Bottle Campaign
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The Mosaic Baby Bottle Campaign is here! Please pick up a baby bottle in the narthex, fill it with change or your donation and bring it back by 2/14.
Recording:
- Audio:
- Video:
- Watch on YouTube
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