We live in very unsettling times. When the whole order of the world seems to be shifting, it is good for us to return to the unshifting words of Jesus Christ.
Among Jesus’ last words before He was arrested and crucified, we see His tender concern for his disciples. He assures them of the love His heavenly Father has for them. He explains that they can pray directly to God the Father in Jesus’ name—and He will answer. Jesus comforts them with His assurance that He will rise from the dead, and earlier in the chapter, Jesus promises them the Holy Spirit.
Jesus also warns his disciples that a time is coming when they will be scattered and even abandon the Christ. But He promises never to abandon them. Likewise Jesus will never abandon us, who put our faith in Him.
In the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, the followers of Jesus find peace, even in the most unsettling times, a peace the world cannot take away.
Liturgist and Preacher: Pastor Jonathan Lange; Reader: Joe Rathert
Order of service:
Readings:
- Reflection on God's Forgiveness is from Romans 5:8-11
- Psalm reading is from Psalm 67
- Acts reading is from Acts 5:12–32
- New Testament reading is from Revelation 21:9–14, 21–27
- Holy Gospel is from John 16:23–33
Songs and Hymns:
- May the Peoples Praise You
-
David Zimmer | Ed Cash | Keith Getty | Kristyn Getty | Stuart Townend
© 2016 Capitol CMG Paragon (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)
Getty Music Publishing (Admin. by Music Services, Inc.)
Townend Songs (Admin. by Music Services, Inc.)
Used with permission, CCLI license # 20286740 - Ancient of Days
-
Jesse Reeves, Jonny Robinson, Michael Farren, Rich Thompson;
© 2018 CityAlight Music.
Used with permission, CCLI license #20286740. - You Shine
-
Brian Doerksen
© 2001 Integrity’s Hosanna! Music
Used with permission: CCLI license #20286740 - Amazing Grace
-
Text by John Newton
Tune by Columbian Harmony, 1829
Public domain - By Grace Alone
-
Text by Martin Luther
Tune by David Ward, © 2002 ThousandTongues.org
Used with permission, CCLI license # 20286740 - Jesus Lives! The Victory’s Won
-
Text: Christian Fürchtegott Gellert, 1715–69; tr. Frances E. Cox, 1812–97, alt.
Tune: Johann Crüger, 1598–1662
Text and tune: Public domain - Savior, Again to Thy Dear Name We Raise
-
Text: John Ellerton, 1826–93
Tune: Edward J. Hopkins, 1818–1901
Text and tune: Public domain
Liturgies:
- Gloria in Excelsis
- Text: Stephen P. Starke
- Sanctus
- Text: Stephen P. Starke
- Agnus Dei
- Text: Stephen P. Starke
Recording:
- Audio:
- Video:
- Watch on YouTube
Announcements:
- Sunday, May 25:
-
- Worship Service (Pastor Jonathan Lange): 9 AM to 10:15 AM
- Sunday School and Youth Confirmation: 10:30 AM to 11:45 AM
-
Sanctuary.
- Adult Bible Study and Youth Confirmation: 10:45 AM to 11:45 AM
-
Downstairs.
- Wednesday, May 28:
-
- Men’s Bible Study: 6:30 AM to 7:30 AM
-
Downstairs.
- Thursday, May 29:
-
- AA Meeting: 6:30 PM
-
Downstairs.
- Saturday, May 31:
-
- AA Meeting: 1:30 PM
- Monday, Jun 9:
-
- St James Night at Busch Stadium: 6:45 PM
-
Join us for a night of baseball at Busch Stadium on Monday, June 9th at 6:45 PM! It will be the Cardinals vs. the Blue Jays and it’s sure to be a great night!
Tickets are located in section 235 and are complimentary but do require a reservation. Please contact Rosie Ellington to reserve your tickets. Tickets are limited so act NOW!
Tickets will be distributed at the end of May.
- Ministry Spotlight — Fellowship Team
-
The St. James Fellowship Team, under the leadership of Jen Weber, is committed to nurturing a spirit of community within our church family. From coordinating funeral luncheons to planning joyful gatherings, this ministry creates meaningful opportunities for connection, support, and service. Their mission is simple yet powerful: to make sure everyone feels welcomed, included, and cared for.
Interested in getting involved or learning more? We’d love to have you join us in building a stronger, more connected church community! Contact Jen Weber at jen@stjamesglencarbon.org.
Discover more from St. James Lutheran Church
Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.