In John 3, Jesus claims to be like the bronze snake Moses put up on a pole for the people of Israel to look at and be healed, but how is this possible? What's the connection? Jesus goes on to explain by connecting the realities of judgment and grace together in himself – just like the serpent was simultaneously a sign of their judgment (the snake attacks had been the result of Israel's rebellion), trusting God's grace and looking at it was also their path to salvation.
Readings and sermon were delivered by Pastor Aaron Mueller.
Order of service:
Readings:
- Reflection on God's Forgiveness is from Psalm 40:1-3
- Psalm reading is from Psalm 107:1–9
- Old Testament reading is from Numbers 21:4–9
- Epistle reading is from Ephesians 2:1–10
- Holy Gospel is from John 3:14–21
Songs and Hymns:
- A Mighty Fortress Is Our God
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Text and tune by Martin Luther
Public domain - His Mercy Is More
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Tune and text by Matt Boswell and Matt Papa
© 2016 Getty Music Hymns and Songs, Getty Music Publishing,
Love Your Enemies Publishing, and Messenger Hymns
Used with permission, CCLI license # 20286740 - You Are My King
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Billy J. Foote
© 1996 worshiptogether.com songs
Used with permission: CCLI license #20286740 - Before the Throne of God Above
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Text by Charitie Lees Bancroft
Tune by Vikki Cook
© 1997 Sovereign Grace Worship
Used with permission, CCLI license # 20286740 - I Come, O Savior, to Thy Table
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Text by Friedrich Christian Heyder, tran. The Lutheran Hymnal
© 1941 Concordia Publishing House, used with permission, LSB Hymn License #110001220
Tune by Emskirchner Choral-Buch, 1756, public domain - When I Behold Jesus Christ
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Text by Almaz Belhu (sts.1-3, ref.), Joseph Herl (st.4), trans. Jim and Aurelia Keefer
Tune by Almaz Belhu
Text and tune, © 1970 Ethiopian Evangelical Church Mekane Yesus
Text (st. 4), © 1998 Concordia Publishing House
Used with permission, LSB Hymn License #110001220 - Guide Me, O Thou Great Redeemer
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Text: William Williams
Tune: John Hughes
Public domain
Recording:
- Audio:
- Video:
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Announcements:
- Sunday, Mar 10:
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- Worship Service: 9 AM to 10:30 AM
- Adult Bible Study and Sunday School: 10:45 AM to 11:45 AM
- Discovering Christianity: 6 PM to 7:30 PM
- Wednesday, Mar 13:
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- Men’s Bible Study: 6:30 AM to 7:30 AM
- Fellowship Meal: 5:30 PM to 6:25 PM
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Please join us in the fellowship hall at 5:30 PM for a meal before the Midweek Service. Free-will offerings will be collected to support the youth mission trip.
- Midweek Lent Service: 6:30 PM to 7:15 PM
- Ministry Spotlight – St. James Technology Team
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Join the Media Ministry in serving our community! Opportunities include graphic design, website maintenance, managing our computer systems and network equipment, and running audio or video for our worship services.
Our live stream reaches both our congregation and individuals beyond, providing a vital connection to worship for many. Your help ensures that this lifeline continues to thrive. No prior experience is required as training will be provided, but seasoned individuals are also warmly welcomed. Together, we strengthen our faith community through learning and collaboration.
We have several overdue projects, such as implementing a scalable data backup solution, completing our WiFi networks, organizing our network equipment rack, and redesigning our website. Additionally, assistance is needed in creating image and video assets for our website, live stream, and video recordings.
If you’re able to volunteer your time in any capacity, please contact Larry, our Deacon of Technology, at larry@stjamesglencarbon.org. Your contribution makes a difference!
Thank you for your support in enhancing our church’s digital presence and operations!
- Volunteers Needed – Glen Carbon Village Easter Egg Hunt
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Volunteers needed: We are looking for volunteers to hide eggs for the Glen Carbon Village Easter Egg Hunt on Sunday, March 24th following Bible study. Rain date is Sunday, March 30th. Please join us for this fun service event by signing up on the bulletin board outside the church office.
- Easter Lilies
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Help Saint James’ altar look beautiful for Easter Sunday! Order your Easter lilies In Honor of, In Memory of, or In Thanksgiving for your loved one(s). We will list the donations in our Easter service bulletin. You are welcome to take the lily home after our Easter Services or leave it for the rest of the season. To order your lily, please complete the form in the narthex and drop off your $14 donation in the locked mailbox on the church office door no later than March 18th.
- March is Spring Cleaning month at Glen-Ed Pantry
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Please consider donating cleaning products such as dish detergent, laundry detergent, all-purpose cleaners, bleach or other cleansers this month. Cleaning products are not eligible for purchase with SNAP (Food Stamp) benefits.
- Easter Brunch and Egg Hunt
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Mark your calendars for Easter Sunday Brunch immediately following worship Sunday, March 31. The Fellowship Team has a wonderful brunch and egg hunt planned. Come and enjoy the food, the fellowship, and the fun! Please bring your own basket/bag for the egg hunt.
- The Time of Easter
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Mark your calendars and join us for the following additional Easter season services:
- Wednesday, March 13: Fellowship Meal @ 5:30 PM; Midweek Lent Worship Service @ 6:30 PM
- Wednesday, March 20: Fellowship Meal @ 5:30 PM; Midweek Lent Worship Service @ 6:30 PM
- Thursday, March 28: Holy Thursday Worship Service @ 6:30 PM
- Friday, March 29: Good Friday Worship Service @ 6:30 PM
- Sunday, March 31: Easter Worship Service @ 9:00 AM