In 1 Peter 3:13-22, Peter outlines the ways we can mirror Jesus' saving acts to the world around us in the midst of our own personal suffering. The ability to do this comes from the baptismal reality of Jesus' resurrection.

Readings and sermon were delivered by Pastor Aaron Mueller.

Order of service:

Sixth Sunday of Easter, May 14, 2023

Readings:

Reflection on God's Forgiveness is from Isaiah 53:4-6
Psalm reading is from Psalm 66:8–20
Acts reading is from Acts 17:16–31
Epistle reading is from 1 Peter 3:13–22
Holy Gospel is from John 14:15–21

Hymns:

Praise, My Soul, the King of Heaven
Text by Henry F. Lyte
Tune by John Goss
Text and tune are public domain
God’s Own Child, I Gladly Say It
Text by Erdmann Neumeister, trans. Robert E. Voelker, public domain
Tune by Johann Caspar Bachofen, © 1991 Robert E. Voelker, used with permission, LSB Hymn License #110001220
Still My Soul Be Still
Keith Getty, Kristyn Getty, Stuart Townend
© 2008 Thankyou Music
Used with permission: CCLI license #20286740
Lamb of God
Text and tune by Twila Paris
© 1985 Straightway Music, admin. EMI
Used with permission, LSB Hymn License #110001220
In Christ Alone
Text and tune by Keith Getty and Stuart Townend
© 2001 Thankyou Music
Used with permission, CCLI license # 20286740
Blessed Assurance
Text: Fanny J. Crosby, alt. Aaron Mueller;
Tune: Phoebe P. Knapp;
Text and tune: Public domain.

Liturgies:

Gloria in Excelsis
Text: Stephen P. Starke
Sanctus
Text: Stephen P. Starke
Agnus Dei
Text: Stephen P. Starke
Nunc Dimittis

Recording:

Audio:
Video:
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Announcements:

Sunday, May 14:
Worship Service: 9 AM to 10:15 AM
Adult Bible Study and Sunday School: 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM

Downstairs.

Youth Confirmation: 11:45 AM to 12:45 PM

Downstairs.

New Member Class: 6 PM to 7:30 PM
Tuesday, May 16:
Youth Group: 6:30 PM to 8 PM
Wednesday, May 17:
Men’s Bible Study: 6:30 AM to 7:30 AM
Mark Your Calendar – Sundae School Party – Sunday June 4th

Here’s the Scoop! Please join us as we kick-off the Summer with a Sundae School Party on June 4th in fellowship hall during the Sunday school hour. Enjoy a family Bible lesson, a sundae, and get the “scoop” on Summer Sunday School! Questions? Call Cheryl in the church office or email cheryl@stjamesglencarbon.org.

Youth Annual Yard Sale

Please mark your calendars. The Yard Sale will be on Saturday, June 17. Items can be dropped off at church the week before. Funds raised will help with expenses for the Mission Trip and the 2025 Youth Gathering.

Community Groups

There is a community group ready to welcome you! If you are interested in joining a group, please contact Shanna at shannacovarrubias@stjamesglencarbon.org for locations and times available, or call the church office.

Selflessness – Craving Answers, Craving God

The problem of selfishness seems to be growing at a destructive rate. How can we combat this epidemic? According to the Bible, we can only learn true love from the Gospel.

On our most recent edition of Craving Answers, Craving God we talk about selflessness and the continuing desire to be selfish. Listen at cacg.stjamesglencarbon.org or on your preferred podcast platform.

Ministry Opportunities – Get Involved!

How are you serving?

Audio and Video Help Needed

No experience required. The media ministry and technology team is in need of individuals that can assist with audio or video and cameras during worship and other events at St James.

All tasks are easy to learn regardless of your age! Whether you have never done any of them or are an experienced audio engineer or video producer, your help would be greatly appreciated and welcomed. If you are interested or have questions regarding this opportunity, please email Larry O’Leary <larry@stjamesglencarbon.org> or contact the church office.

Altar Guild

This could be a great individual or family service opportunity. If you’re available to assist one Sunday per month or more, contact judyreese@saintjamesglencarbon.org or call the church office for more information!

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