Jesus' heart for healing, his power to heal, and the way he applies this healing to his fallen human race can be experienced in the power of His word and in the family of the Christian community.
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 3
- Old Testament reading is from Isaiah 42:1–9
- Epistle reading is from James 5:13–20
- Holy Gospel is from Matthew 9:18–26
Songs and Hymns:
- The Day of Resurrection
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Text: John of Damascus, c. 696–c. 754; tr. John Mason Neale, 1818–66, alt.;
Tune: Henry T. Smart, 1813–79;
Text and tune: Public domain. - How Sweet the Name of Jesus Sounds
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Text: John Newton, 1725–1807, alt.
Tune: Alexander R. Reinagle, 1799–1877.
Text and tune: Public domain. - How Long
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Stuart Townend, © 1997 Thankyou Music;
Used with permission, CCLI license #20286740. - Blessed Assurance
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Text: Fanny J. Crosby, alt. Aaron Mueller;
Tune: Phoebe P. Knapp;
Text and tune: Public domain. - Rock of Ages, Cleft for Me
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Text by Augustus M. Toplady
Tune by Thomas Hastings
Public domain - There Is a Redeemer
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Melody Green
© 1982 Universal Music – Brentwood Benson Publishing
© 1982 Birdwing Music, © 1982 Ears To Hear
Used with permission: CCLI license #20286740
Liturgies:
- Gloria in Excelsis
- Text: Stephen P. Starke
- Sanctus
- Text: Stephen P. Starke
- Agnus Dei
- Text: Stephen P. Starke
- Nunc Dimittis
Recording:
- Audio:
- Video:
- Watch on YouTube
Announcements:
- Sunday, May 5:
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- Worship Service: 9 AM to 10:15 AM
- Adult Bible Study and Sunday School: 10:45 AM to 11:45 AM
- Wednesday, May 8:
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- Men’s Bible Study: 6:30 AM to 7:30 AM
- Youth Group: 6:30 PM to 8 PM
- Saturday, May 11:
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- Women’s Bible Study: 9 AM to 10:30 AM
- Ministry Spotlight – St. James Education Team
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- Education Deacon: William Ellington
- Sunday School Teachers: William Ellington, Eric Robinson, Stacey Staake, Nic Schatte, McKenzie Brakenhoff, Suzie Robinson, Shala Carson
- Adult Bible Study Leaders: Aaron Mueller, Tina Barnard
Check out our Women’s Bible Study I Have Set My King on Zion:
- Saturdays, 9-10:30 AM, Fellowship Hall – 12 weeks long
- If you plan to bring your kids, please contact William at 618-407-4558 or williamellington@stjamesglencarbon.org
We are planning a VBS-style Summer Sunday School program centered on the Armor of God (Ephesians 6).
- This program will last all of June and July (9 weeks). We will have a launch party during Sunday School on June 2. We will have a closing party during Sunday School on July 28.
- We are looking for adult volunteers for each week of the program.
- If you would like to volunteer, please contact William at 618-407-4558 or williamellington@stjamesglencarbon.org
We are always looking for new teachers and substitute teachers! Help us cultivate a knowledge of and love for God’s word! If you would like to serve our church in this way, please contact William at 618-407-4558 or williamellington@stjamesglencarbon.org.
- Women's Bible Study Schedule Update
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Women’s Bible Study will not meet May 18 or 25.
- High School Senior Recognition
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Please contact Cheryl in the office if you have a student graduating High School this year. We would love to recognize them on May 19 in worship and celebrate with them after service in Fellowship Hall.
- Youth Annual Yard Sale
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As you start your Spring Cleaning, please be looking for items that you would be willing to donate to the Youth Yard Sale. The Yard Sale will be on Saturday, June 15. 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.
- Glen Carbon’s Covered Bridge 5K
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St. James is excited to be supporting the Glen Carbon’s Covered Bridge 5K with volunteers on race day. This is a great community support opportunity for individuals and families. You can serve on the support team on race day; run the race if you’d like; and stay for the festivities of the Glen Carbon Homecoming!
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Date:
June 15, 2024 -
Place:
Covered Bridge, Main Street
198 S. Main Street, Glen Carbon, IL -
Sign up:
St. James’ Church Office Bulletin Board Sign-up sheet
or contact Jen Weber, jenweber@stjamesglencarbon.org or the church office.
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Date:
- St. James Ministry Plan
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The ministry plan is available today in the narthex, on the bulletin board, on the homepage of our website and has been sent to all members via email (if your current email is on file in the church office) and standard mail to each member household. If you have not received the plan and would like it mailed or emailed to you, please contact Cheryl in the church office.
- Full-time English Teacher Needed at Metro-East Lutheran High School
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Metro-East Lutheran High School has an opening for a full-time English teacher to join our dynamic and growing school community for the 24/25 school year. Interested candidates should send a resume to Dr. Jay Krause, Principal, at jay.krause@melhs.org. If you have specific questions please call 618-656-0043.