Jesus predicts his impending death three times in Mark's gospel, all three times the disciples respond by arguing and fighting for power. But if Jesus' death is the way he brings about his kingdom, then his people must embrace suffering and give up aspirations of worldly power.
Readings and sermon were delivered by Pastor Aaron Mueller.
Order of service:
Readings:
- Psalm reading is from Psalm 37:4–7
- Old Testament reading is from Jeremiah 11:18–20
- Epistle reading is from James 3:13—4:10
- Holy Gospel is from Mark 9:30–37
Hymns:
- In Christ Alone
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Text and tune by Keith Getty and Stuart Townend
© 2001 Thankyou Music
Used with permission, CCLI license # 20286740 - 10,000 Reasons
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Text and tune by Jonas Myrin & Matt Redman
© sixsteps Music
© Said & Done
© 2011 Thankyou Music
Used with permission, CCLI license # 20286740 - Christ Has Arisen, Alleluia
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Text by Bernard Kyamanyway, (trns.) Howard S. Olson
Tune by Tanzanian, © 1977 Howard S. Olson
Used with permission, CCLI license # 20286740 - Lamb of God
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Text and tune by Twila Paris
© 1985 Straightway Music, admin. EMI
Used with permission, CCLI license # 20286740 - There Is a Redeemer
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Text and tune by Melody Green
© 1982 Birdwing Music, admin. EMI
Used with permission, CCLI license # 20286740 - Go, My Children, with My Blessing
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Text by Jaroslav Vajda
Tune by Welsh
© 1983 Concordia Publishing House
Used with permission, CCLI License # 20286740
Recording:
- Audio:
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Announcements:
- Sunday, Sep 19:
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- Bible Study: 9:15 AM
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Adults meet in the Sanctuary. Children meet downstairs.
- Youth Confirmation: 12PM to 12:45 PM
- Sunday Evening Prayer: 5:30 PM
- New Member Class: 6:30 PM to 8PM
- Tuesday, Sep 21:
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- Men’s Bible Study: 6:30 AM to 7:30 AM
- Youth Group: 6:30 PM to 8PM
- Wednesday, Sep 22:
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- Zoom Bible Study (The Screwtape Letters): 7PM
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Contact Aaron for a Zoom invitation.
- Saturday, Sep 25:
- St. James 40 Days for Life Prayer Vigil
- St. James 40 Days for Life Prayer Vigil Event at Planned Parenthood, 317 Salem Place, Fairview Heights is Oct 2nd from 7am – 1 pm. Our church has signed up to peacefully pray to end abortion during this time in front of the facility. We need at least 2 people per hour slot. Slots are still open! Please sign-up in the narthex or call the church office.
- LWML Fall Rally
- The Metro-Central LWML Zone Fall Rally has been set for October 2, at Hope Lutheran Church in Springfield, IL featuring Esther the Comfort Dog! For more information, please see the bulletin board outside the church office.
- Grief/Share
- Grief/Share is a special weekly seminar and support group for people who are grieving the death of a loved one. You’re welcome to begin attending the group at any session. A new session began Tuesday, September 7th at Good Shepherd Church, 1300 Beltline Road, Collinsville. You’ll find help and encouragement to successfully travel the journey from mourning to joy. Please call 618-344-3151 to register or for more information. Babysitting available with reservations.