Faith’s Blog
Marching Around the House
Dear Friends, When I was growing up I used to listen to Big John and Sparky on Saturday mornings. The musical theme for that show was “The Teddy Bears’ Picnic”. I remember hearing an invitation to get up and march around the house while that song was played. I don’t...
Change of Paraments
With the observation of Ash Wednesday on February 26th we have begun the Lenten season. When you come to worship you will undoubtedly notice the changes in the church’s “clothing”. The paraments are now purple and you might notice that the processional cross behind...
February Bits and Pesis’
Those responsible for the care of the chancel in the sanctuary and also for the other paraments we use on Sunday morning have been very busy for the past two months. Unlike the summer months when we go for months and months without much change, during the winter...
Happy New Year
Dear Friends, Happy New Year! Elizabeth and I have realized that we have just spent one full year with you and we want to thank you for the openness, support and affection you have shown us. As we move into this new year the congregation faces several significant...
Season of Advent
This coming Sunday, December 1, the church moves from observing Ordinary Time (the new designation) or Sundays during the season of Pentecost (the old designation), take your pick, to the season of Advent. You’ll notice several differences in the look of the...
In Preparation for Our Harvest Celebration
On Sunday, November 24th, every member of Faith Lutheran will be offered an opportunity to give serious consideration to the blessings that God, especially through our Lord Jesus, has given and shown us. The Stewardship Committee is sponsoring a Harvest Potluck after...
Katharina’s Garden and Compost Program
Katharina’s Garden and Compost Program Serving our community through growing and distributing healthy food to the hungry. Show me your faith apart from your works, and I will show you my faith by my works (James 2:14-18) Katharina’s Garden and Compost Program is the...
October Bits and Pesis
Dear Friends, The Lunch Bunch met yesterday, October 2 (yes, I know this letter is being written late). We were enjoying the great meal provided by the participants, (let’s see ; what can I remember? Meat balls, salad, seasoned potatoes, a rice and chicken dish, a...
Ministry Stories from Members of Faith
This has been one of the coldest, bleakest, and longest winters I have experienced. I am so happy and proud to be in this congregation. Let me share three of the great ministries that we did here at Faith this winter. We donated: coats and gloves to care for...