Israel and Hamas' quest for the land of Palestine springs from a disagreement about which one is the true offspring of Abraham. But in the Christian New Testament writers like St. Paul argue that only Jesus is the true Offspring of Abraham. So whoever wants to inherit the land – whether they be Jew, Muslim, or Gentile, must do so through union with Jesus, son of Abraham and son of God.
Readings and sermon were delivered by Pastor Aaron Mueller.
Order of service:
Readings:
- Reflection on God's Forgiveness is from Psalm 86:3-5
- Psalm reading is from Psalm 47
- Old Testament reading is from Genesis 12:1–3
- Epistle reading is from Galatians 3
- Holy Gospel is from John 8:48–59
Songs and Hymns:
- Praise to the Lord, the Almighty
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Text by Joachim Neander, trns. Catherine Winkworth
Tune by Ander Theil Des Erneuerten Gesang-Buchs, 1665
Public domain - The God of Abraham Praise
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Text: Thomas Olivers, 1725–99, alt.
Tune: Hebrew
Text and tune: Public domain - A Mighty Fortress Is Our God
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Text and tune by Martin Luther
Public domain - Blessed Assurance
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Text: Fanny J. Crosby, alt. Aaron Mueller;
Tune: Phoebe P. Knapp;
Text and tune: 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 - Drawn to the Cross, Which Thou Hast Blessed
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Text by Genevieve M. Irons
Tune by Joseph Barnby
Text and tune are public domain - Guide Me, O Thou Great Redeemer
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Text: William Williams
Tune: John Hughes
Public domain
Liturgies:
- Kyrie
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Text: Jaroslav J. Vajda
Music: Columbian Harmony
Text and music: © 1990 Concordia Publishing House
Used with permission: One License #728607-A - Gloria
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Text: Jaroslav J. Vajda, © 1990 Concordia Publishing House,
Used with permission, One License #728607-A;
Tune: Felix Mendelssohn, public domain. - Credo
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Text: Jaroslav J. Vajda, © 1990 Concordia Publishing House,
used with permission, One License 728607-A.
Tune: Welsh, pubic domain. - Sanctus
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Text: Jaroslav J. Vajda, © 1990 Concordia Publishing House,
used with permission, One License 728607-A.
Tune: John B. Dykes, public domain. - Agnus Dei
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Text: Jaroslav J. Vajda, © 1990 Concordia Publishing House,
used with permission, CCLI license #20286740.
Tune: Lowell Mason, 1792-1872, public domain.
Recording:
- Audio:
- Video:
- Watch on YouTube
Announcements:
- Sunday, Oct 29:
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- Worship Service: 9 AM to 10:15 AM
- Sunday School: 10:45 AM to 11:45 AM
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Downstairs.
- Adult Bible Study: 10:45 AM to 11:45 AM
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Downstairs.
- Youth Confirmation: 11:45 AM to 12:45 PM
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Downstairs.
- Wednesday, Nov 1:
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- Men’s Bible Study: 6:30 AM to 7:30 AM
- Midweek Fellowship: 6:30 PM
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Join us at 6:30 PM at St. James Fellowship Hall for a midweek fellowship meal, communion and praise music!
- Saturday, Nov 4:
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- Women’s Bible Study: 9 AM
- Ministry Planning
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Please join us for a Congregational Event to be held on Thursday, November 16th at 6:00 PM. Your input and attendance are vital to this process.
What opportunities has the Lord laid before St. James Church and how will they shape our future? How will you be engaged? Come, add your voice to the discussion at our Congregational Event. Dinner and childcare will be provided. Please contact Cheryl in the church office to sign up. cheryl@stjamesglencarbon.org or 618-288-6120.
- New Adult Bible Study
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A new adult Bible study will be starting November 5th at 10:45 AM. This study will cover the book “When Helping Hurts,” How to Alleviate Poverty Without Hurting the Poor, by Steve Corbett & Brian Fikkert. This book is available in print, Kindle format and Amazon Audiobook. Please contact the church office for more information.
- Operation Christmas Child
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Operation Christmas Child is underway! What is Operation Christmas Child? People pack shoebox gifts to bless children in need around the world. After receiving a shoebox gift, children can enroll in a 12-lesson follow-up discipleship program, “The Greatest Journey.” As a result of what they learn, boys and girls grow in Christ and share Him with others! Please take a shoebox, label and instructions from the narthex or downstairs and return it to church no later than November 12th. These shoeboxes should be packed, wrapped and returned by November 12th. For more information about youth events or to get involved with the Youth Ministry Team please contact Stacey Staake.
- Ministry Spotlight
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Community Groups – Shanna Covarrubias – shanna@stjamesglencarbon.org.
Community Groups are a great way to get “in community” in a small group setting. Many days/times and locations are available. Please contact Shanna for more information.
- Mercy Ministries
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Glen-Ed Pantry suggests you “TP the Pantry” in October. Toilet paper, paper towels as well as hygiene products are basic needs for everyone but are not covered by SNAP (Food Stamps). By donating these items, you help our families’ dollars to go much further. Please drop donations in the basket at the top of the stairwell. Thank you!
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