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Hail, holy Queen enthroned above; O Maria! Hail, mother of mercy and of love, O Maria!Triumph, all ye cherubim. Sing with us, ye seraphim! Heav'n and earth resound the hymnSalve, salve, salve, Regina!Let the clapping begin!Sister Act isn't just a comedy. It's a celebration of sisterhood, resilience, and the joys you find in unexpected places. It brilliantly flips the script on the traditional representation of nuns, when lounge singer and mobster's girlfriend, Deloris van Cartier, is thrown into the world of convent life after witnessing a murder. Instead of the serene and pious behaviour expected of her, she brings a vibrant, modern flair to the convent that has everyone questioning their notions of faith and community. The new Sister Mary Clarence's vibrant personality clashes with the strict convent rules. From her unique take on the church choir to her interactions with the stern Reverend Mother who, of course, puts her in charge of the choir.Sister Act's iconic soundtrack not only makes you want to sing along, but also showcases how the power of gospel and Motown can turn a group of nuns into a sensational choir, transforming traditional Catholic hymns into toe-tapping gospel hits.But Sister Act wasn't always intended as a starring vehicle for Whoopi Goldberg, and nor did the screenplay end up how it started, but it did lead to the writer, Paul Rudnik, visiting a convent in rural Connecticut, hoping to meet with the only Catholic nun to be a member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences...I would love to hear your thoughts on Sister Act !Verbal Diorama is now an award-winning podcast! I won the Best Movie Podcast in the inaugural Ear Worthy Independent Podcast Awards recently. I am beyond thrilled, and hugely grateful to the Ear Worthy team. It means so much to me to be recognised by a fellow indie outlet, and congratulations to all the other winners!CONTACT.... Twitter @verbaldiorama Instagram @verbaldiorama Facebook @verbaldiorama Letterboxd @verbaldiorama Email verbaldiorama [at] gmail [dot] com Website verbaldiorama.comSUPPORT VERBAL DIORAMA....Give this podcast a five-star Rate & Review Join the Patreon | Send a Tip ABOUT VERBAL DIORAMAVerbal Diorama is hosted, produced, edited, researched, recorded and marketed by me, Em | This podcast is hosted by Captivate, try it yourself for free. Theme Music: Verbal Diorama Theme Song. Music by Chloe Enticott - Compositions by Chloe. Lyrics by Chloe Enticott (and me!) Production by Ellis Powell-Bevan of Ewenique StudioPatrons: Sade, Claudia, Simon, Laurel, Derek, Cat, Andy, Mike, Luke, Michael, Scott,...
April 12, 2025Today's Reading: Introit for Palm Sunday - Psalm 24:7-10; antiphon: Psalm 118:26Daily Lectionary: Exodus 7:1-25; Mark 16:1-20Lift up your heads, O gates! And be lifted up, O ancient doors, that the King of glory may come in. (Psalm 24:7) In the Name + of Jesus. Amen. Have you ever taken the time to notice the posture of someone who is struggling with death? As we mourn the loss of loved ones, friends, parents, grandparents, we have a tendency to bow our heads. We might bow our heads in reverence of the life lost, from utter despair, perhaps even from guilt and shame over unresolved conflict. It is not uncommon for this to happen. In His human nature, before He breathed His last and gave up His spirit, even our Lord bowed His head. But the reading today, which is the Introit for tomorrow, Palm Sunday, turns the posture of death on its head! Although we bow our heads and mourn, especially this next week, as we remember that it was for our sins that our Lord went to the cross, the Psalmist David tells us to do the opposite! He says to us, “Lift up your heads…” (Psalm 24:7). Lift up your heads, for “Behold, your king is coming to you; righteous and having salvation is he” (Zechariah 9:9). We must fix our focus outside of ourselves to see what happens. If, in our grief and shame, we look solely to ourselves for strength and comfort, we will be lost forever. Rather, strength, comfort, and salvation happen extra nos, that is, outside ourselves. In Christ, who has been lifted up for us on the cross of Calvary, death has been turned to life for His Children! Even our Lord, as He journeyed closer to His death, continued to lift His eyes to heaven! At the beginning of His high priestly prayer in John 17, it is written, “When Jesus had spoken these words, he lifted up his eyes to heaven, and said, ‘Father, the hour has come; glorify your Son that the Son may glorify you.'” (John 17:1) In my church, we have the tradition that our midweek Lenten services always end with the same hymn, Abide with Me. The final stanza of that hymn will be the last thing we hear on Good Friday. We will sing: Hold, Thou, Thy cross before my closing eyes;Shine through the gloom, and point me to the skies.Heav'n's morning breaks, and earth's vain shadows flee;In life, in death, O Lord, abide with me. What are we praying for in this stanza? We are praying that our Father would lift up our eyes, point them to the heavens, that we would see the Lord coming to us now, in the hour of our death, and on the Last Day. For in Him, the Lord of Life, we have our Salvation. In the Name + of Jesus. Amen. Hold, Thou, Thy cross before my closing eyes; Shine through the gloom, and point me to the skies. Heav'n's morning breaks, and earth's vain shadows flee; In life, in death, O Lord, abide with me. (LSB 878:6)-Rev. Timothy Chase, pastor of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Truman, MN.Audio Reflections Speaker: Rev. Harrison Goodman, Executive Director of Mission and TheologyVisit the timeless rhythms of the Christian life with award-winning author Harold L. Senkbeil. As he addresses the concerns and pressures of the world today, you'll discover that even while the world is dying, Christ's death brings about life. True life. One that He offers to you. Order Now!
Order of Service: - Prelude - Psalm 127: P: Unless the Lord builds the house, C: Those who build it labor in vain. P: Behold, children are a heritage from the Lord, C: The fruit of the womb a reward. P: Like arrows in the hand of a warrior are the children of one's youth. C: Blessed is the man who fills his quiver with them! C: He shall not be put to shame when he speaks with his enemies in the gate. All: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost; As it was in the beginning, is now and shall be forevermore. Amen. - Hymn 172 - Songs of Thankfulness and Praise - Ephesians 6:1-4: Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right. “Honor your father and mother,” which is the first commandment with promise: “that it may be well with you and you may live long on the earth.” And you, fathers, do not provoke your children to wrath, but bring them up in the training and admonition of the Lord. - Devotion - Prayer #21, p. 149 - Hymn 174 - Children of the Heav'nly Father - Blessing - Postlude Service Participants: Chaplain Don Moldstad (Preacher), Jack DePrey (Organist)
Verse 1Hark! the herald angels sing:"Glory to the newborn King!Peace on earth and mercy mildGod and sinners reconciled"Joyful, all ye nations riseJoin the triumph of the skiesWith angelic hosts proclaim:"Christ is born in Bethlehem"Hark! the herald angels sing:"Glory to the newborn King!"Verse 2Christ by highest Heav'n adoredChrist the everlasting Lord!Late in time behold Him comeOffspring of a Virgin's wombVeiled in flesh the Godhead see;Hail the incarnate DeityPleased as man with man to dwellJesus, our EmmanuelHark! the herald angels sing:"Glory to the newborn King!"Verse 3Hail the Heav'n-born Prince of Peace!Hail the Son of Righteousness!Light and life to all He bringsRis'n with healing in His wingsMild He lays His glory byBorn that man no more may dieBorn to raise the sons of earthBorn to give them second birthHark! the herald angels sing:"Glory to the newborn King!"
Verse 1Hark! the herald angels sing:"Glory to the newborn King!Peace on earth and mercy mildGod and sinners reconciled"Joyful, all ye nations riseJoin the triumph of the skiesWith angelic hosts proclaim:"Christ is born in Bethlehem"Hark! the herald angels sing:"Glory to the newborn King!"Verse 2Christ by highest Heav'n adoredChrist the everlasting Lord!Late in time behold Him comeOffspring of a Virgin's wombVeiled in flesh the Godhead see;Hail the incarnate DeityPleased as man with man to dwellJesus, our EmmanuelHark! the herald angels sing:"Glory to the newborn King!"Verse 3Hail the Heav'n-born Prince of Peace!Hail the Son of Righteousness!Light and life to all He bringsRis'n with healing in His wingsMild He lays His glory byBorn that man no more may dieBorn to raise the sons of earthBorn to give them second birthHark! the herald angels sing:"Glory to the newborn King!"
"Mary, did you know?" by Kathy Mattea"Go tell it on the mountain" by Sandy Patti"Il est ne le divin enfant" by Cris WilliamsonRefrain: Il est né le divin enfant, Jouez hautbois, résonnez musettes ! Il est né le divin enfant, Chantons tous son avènement ! Depuis plus de quatre mille ans, Nous le promettaient les prophètes Depuis plus de quatre mille ans, Nous attendions cet heureux temps. Refrain Une étable est son logement Un peu de paille est sa couchette, Une étable est son logement Pour un dieu quel abaissement ! Refrain English translation:Chorus: He is born, the Heav'nly Child, Oboes play; set bagpipes sounding. He is born, the Heav'nly Child, Let all sing His nativity. 'Tis four thousand years and more, Prophets have foretold His coming. 'Tis four thousand years and more, Have we waited this happy hour. Chorus In a stable lodged is He, Straw is all He has for cradle. In a stable lodged is He, Oh how great humility! Chorus
Order of Service: - Prelude - Hymn 543 - Rejoice, Rejoice, Believers - John 14:1-6: “Let not your heart be troubled; you believe in God, believe also in Me. In My Father's house are many mansions; if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and receive you to Myself; that where I am, there you may be also. And where I go you know, and the way you know.” Thomas said to Him, “Lord, we do not know where You are going, and how can we know the way?” Jesus said to him, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me. - Devotion - Prayer - Hymn 542 - in Heav'n Above, in Heav'n Above: vv. 1, 3, 4 - Blessing - Postlude Service Participants: Rev. Dr. Doyle Holbird (Preacher), Hannah Caauwe (Organist)
Welcome to Anthem 44 in my attempt to write a new choir anthem every week for a year. I'm Kevin Mulryne and I hope you will enjoy listening to my progress throughout 2024. Please do visit the website Anthem52.com, follow along on x.com - @realanthem52 or Instagram - @realanthem52 and send me a message to show@anthem52.com. It was time for an unaccompanied anthem this week - in fact another Christmas Carol. You won't be surprised to hear that the words come from Isaac Watts yet again. It's a lullaby sung by a mother, recalling the infant Jesus and Mary. From my experience of singing many carols, I think it's a little unusual. However, it's rather effective, in my opinion. Here are the words I chose: Words for Anthem 44: Hush, my dear, lie still and slumber, Holy angels guard thy bed, Heav'nly blessings without number, Gently falling on thy head. How much better thou'rt attended, Than the Son of God could be, When from Heaven He descended, And became a child like thee! Soft and easy is thy cradle, Coarse and hard thy Savior lay: When His birthplace was a stable, And His softest bed was hay. Oh, to tell the wondrous story, How His foes abused their king; How they killed the Lord of glory, Makes me angry while I sing. Hush, my child, I did not chide thee, Though my song may seem so hard; 'Tis thy mother sits beside thee, And her arms shall be thy guard. May'st thou learn to know and fear Him, Love and serve Him all thy days; Then to dwell forever near Him, Tell His love and sing His praise.
Homeschool moms juggle many different roles, and Anne Miller is no exception! But for her, one of those roles led to becoming a key advocate for homeschooling in her state. Join Anne Miller, Executive Director and President of the Home Educators Association of Virginia (HEAV), and Jim Mason, President of HSLDA, as they reflect on the importance of advocacy, 40 years of homeschool freedom, and the incredible growth of the homeschooling community. Hear Anne's inspiring journey from volunteering with HEAV to leading the organization as Executive Director and President! “There are vast numbers of homeschool families now. We're not alone anymore. I'll tell you, in the 1980s, we felt very alone. We only knew one family. And then we found this small group that we didn't even know existed! But now, everybody knows a homeschooler. There are homeschoolers probably right on your block or around the corner. They're everywhere.”—Anne Miller
Dr. Jonathan Michael Jones give commentary on his hymn, "Above the Heav'ns' Celestial Span"
Welcome back to the second half of the relaunch. In this episode the Guys & Tai discuss how the summer has been unfolding. Heav makes a declaration that he's done drinking! How much do we rely on social media? The rumor behind black men being sought after in Japan. Sport and Heav share Donor invitation stories. Tai discuss the dynamics of interracial relationships. Do men carry the blame of failed relationships? What is the line you draw when it comes to a relationship? What do you suppress Vs. What do you address? Like, Subscribe enjoy the Vibe!
Donald Macleod shines a light on charming and often enigmatic composer, Thomas Linley JnrEnglish composer, Thomas Linley the Younger was destined to become one of the brightest musical stars of eighteenth century. No less a person than Mozart, who was also a personal friend, hailed him as a ‘true genius'. Even so, Linley's life was troubled. He and his siblings were ruthlessly driven by their ambitious father. He saw his beloved sister become fodder for the celebrity-hungry gossip mongers of the British press and must have wondered if he might be next. He was forced to navigate a dangerous atmosphere of prurience and moral suspicion about the private lives of ‘theatre people' like himself. A cloud of mystery hovers over Tom's shocking and early death at the age of just 22. Donald Macleod is joined by Linley's biographer, Tony Scotland, to shine a light on this charming and often enigmatic composer, alongside music by Tom and his circle.Music Featured: Linley the Younger: Music for The Tempest (No 1, Arise! ye spirits of the storm) Geminiani: Violin Sonata in D Major, Op 5, No 4 (1st & 2nd mvts) Linley the Younger: The Song of Moses (extracts) Boyce: Symphony No 7 in B flat major Nardini: Sonata No 1 for 2 Violins in G Major Linley the Younger: To heal the wound a bee had made Linley the Younger: Sonata in A major Linley the Younger: A Lyric Ode on the Fairies, Aerial Beings and Witches of Shakespeare (excerpt) Linley the Elder(arr. Borutzki): The Lark Sings High in the Cornfield Linley the Younger: Ye nymphs of Albion's beauty-blooming isle (extracts) Linley the Younger: In yonder grove Linley the Younger: Violin Concerto in F major Linley the Younger: Overture to The Duenna Linley the Younger: A Lyric Ode on the Fairies, Aerial Beings and Witches of Shakespeare (extracts from parts 1 & 2) Linley the Younger: Let God arise Linley the Elder: Think not my love, when secret grief Linley the Younger: A Lyric Ode on the Fairies, Aerial Beings and Witches of Shakespeare (Overture) Linley the Younger: Daughter of Heav'n, fair art thou! 'Darthula' William Linley: Down in the gleamy vale Linley the Younger, Music for The Tempest (excerpt)Presented by Donald Macleod Produced by Chris Taylor for BBC Audio Wales & WestFor full track listings, including artist and recording details, and to listen to the pieces featured in full (for 30 days after broadcast) head to the series page for Thomas Linley Jnr (1756-1778) https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m0020pnjAnd you can delve into the A-Z of all the composers we've featured on Composer of the Week here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/articles/3cjHdZlXwL7W41XGB77X3S0/composers-a-to-z
This week on The Literary Life podcast Angelina Stanford is joined by friends and fellow readers Cindy Rollins, Emily Raible, and Jone Rose to discuss how to deal with overwhelm with your literary life. Angelina opens the conversation with the acknowledgment that everyone has moments when they feel overwhelmed by the amount of things to read and to know. Jone talks about how she tries to avoid comparing herself and her reading life to that of others. Cindy talks about how she has seen the Enemy twist something that is a good gift and made it into a negative. Other encouraging and helpful ideas they discuss are the following: motivation of making connections, how to work up to more challenging books, protecting your brain and attention span, learning to enjoy the feast, and continuing the literary life for the long haul. Find out more about Cindy's summer Narration Bootcamps over at MorningTimeforMoms.com. Look for more information about the summer classes over HouseofHumaneLetters.com, too! Commonplace Quotes: Now you must remember, whenever you have to deal with him, that Analysis, like fire, is a very good servant but a very bad master, for having got his freedom only of late years or so he is, like young men when they come suddenly to be their own masters, apt to be conceited and to fancy that he knows everything when he really knows nothing and can never know anything but only knows about things, which is a different matter. Emily shares her eye-opening understanding after starting out discouraged about being “behind” in her self-education journey. Charles Kingsley Words can come to the ear like blowing wind and neither stop nor remain, just passing by like fleeting time, if hearts and minds aren't awake, aren't ready and willing to receive them. Only the heart can take them in and hold them and keep them. Chrétrien de Troyes, trans. by Burton Raffel, from Yvain, The Knight of the Lion I have my doubts about all this real value in mountaineering, of getting to the top of everywhere and overlooking everything. Satan was the most celebrated of alpine guides when he took Jesus to the top of an exceeding high mountain and showed him all the kingdoms of the earth. But the joy of Satan standing on a peak, in not a joy in largeness, but a joy in beholding smallness in the fact that all men look like insects at his feet. It is from the valley that things look large. It is from the level that things look high. I am a child of the level and have no need of that celebrated alpine guide. Everything is an attitude of the mind, and at this moment I am in comfortable attitude. I will sit still and let the marvels and the adventures settle on me like flies. There are plenty of them, I assure you. The world will never starve for want of wonders, but only for want of wonder. G. K. Chesterton, from Tremendous Trifles And prodigies with a vengeance have I known thus produced, prodigies of self-conceit, shallowness, arrogance, and infidelity. Instead of storing the memory during the period when the memory is the predominant faculty with facts for the after-exercise of the judgement, and instead of awakening by the noblest models the fond and unmixed love and admiration which is the natural and graceful temper of early youth, these nurslings of improved pedagogy are taught to dispute and decide, to suspect all but their own and their lecturers' wisdom and to hold nothing sacred from their contempt but their own contemptible arrogance, boy graduates in all the technicals and in all the dirty passions and impudence of anonymous criticism. Samuel Taylor Coleridge, as quoted in Mariner by Malcom Guite from “Il Penseroso” by John Bunyan But let my due feet never failTo walk the studious cloister's pale,And love the high embowed roof,With antique pillars massy proof,And storied windows richly dight,Casting a dim religious light.There let the pealing organ blow,To the full-voic'd quire below,In service high, and anthems clear,As may with sweetness, through mine ear,Dissolve me into ecstasies,And bring all Heav'n before mine eyes.And may at last my weary ageFind out the peaceful hermitage,The hairy gown and mossy cell,Where I may sit and rightly spellOf every star that Heav'n doth shew,And every herb that sips the dew;Till old experience do attainTo something like prophetic strain.These pleasures, Melancholy, give,And I with thee will choose to live. Book List: Beyond Mere Motherhood by Cindy Rollins The Life of Samuel Johnson by James Boswell Little Women by Louisa May Alcott Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson The Hobbit by J. R. R. Tolkien Support The Literary Life: Become a patron of The Literary Life podcast as part of the “Friends and Fellows Community” on Patreon, and get some amazing bonus content! Thanks for your support! Connect with Us: You can find Angelina and Thomas at HouseofHumaneLetters.com, on Instagram @angelinastanford, and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ANGStanford/ Find Cindy at morningtimeformoms.com, on Instagram @cindyordoamoris and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/CindyRollinsWriter. Check out Cindy's own Patreon page also! Follow The Literary Life on Instagram, and jump into our private Facebook group, The Literary Life Discussion Group, and let's get the book talk going! http://bit.ly/literarylifeFB
QUOTES FOR REFLECTION“Peace is more than the absence of war. Peace is accord. Harmony.”~Laini Taylor, award-winning fantasy author “Instead of hating the people you think are war-makers, hate the appetites and disorder in your own soul, which are the causes of war. If you love peace, then hate injustice, hate tyranny, hate greed – but hate these things in yourself, not in another.”~Thomas Merton (1915-1968), Trappist monk and writer “The theologian who has no joy in his work is not a theologian at all. Sulky faces, morose thoughts and boring ways of speaking are intolerable in this science.” “Loving us, God does not give us something, but Himself; and giving us Himself, giving us His Son, He gives us everything.”~Karl Barth (1886-1968), Swiss Theologian in Church Dogmatics “The Trinity is not some inessential add-on to God, some optional software that can be plugged into him. At bottom, this God is different, for at bottom, He is not creator, ruler, or even ‘God' in some abstract sense: He is the Father, loving and giving life and love to his Son in the joy of the Spirit. A God who is in himself love, who before all things could ‘never be anything but love.' Having such a God happily changes everything.”~Michael Reeves, Delighting in the Trinity “From harmony, from Heav'nly harmonyThis universal frame began…”~John Dryden (1631-1700), England's first Poet Laureate “Thou hast made us for thyself, O Lord, and our heart is restless until it finds its rest in thee.”~Augustine of Hippo (354-430), Confessions “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.”~Jesus in John 14:17 (ESV)SERMON PASSAGEGalatians 5:19-26 (ESV)Galatians 5 19 Now the works of the flesh are evident: sexual immorality, impurity, sensuality, 20 idolatry, sorcery, enmity, strife, jealousy, fits of anger, rivalries, dissensions, divisions, 21 envy, drunkenness, orgies, and things like these. I warn you, as I warned you before, that those who do such things will not inherit the kingdom of God. 22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23 gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law. 24 And those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires. 25 If we live by the Spirit, let us also keep in step with the Spirit. 26 Let us not become conceited, provoking one another, envying one another. John 16 [Jesus speaking] 33 I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world. Romans 5 1 Therefore, since we have been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ. Romans 8 5 For those who live according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh, but those who live according to the Spirit set their minds on the things of the Spirit. 6 For to set the mind on the flesh is death, but to set the mind on the Spirit is life and peace. 7 For the mind that is set on the flesh is hostile to God, for it does not submit to God's law; indeed, it cannot. Romans 14 17 For the kingdom of God is not a matter of eating and drinking but of righteousness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit.
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Order of Service: - Prelude - Hymn 383 - Our Father, Thou in Heav'n Above: vv. 1, 2, 3 - Luke 11:1-4: Now it came to pass, as He was praying in a certain place, when He ceased, that one of His disciples said to Him, “Lord, teach us to pray, as John also taught his disciples.” So He said to them, “When you pray, say: Our Father in heaven, Hallowed be Your name. Your kingdom come. Your will be done On earth as it is in heaven. Give us day by day our daily bread. And forgive us our sins, For we also forgive everyone who is indebted to us. And do not lead us into temptation, But deliver us from the evil one.” - Hymn 383 - Our Father, Thou in Heav'n Above: vv. 4, 5, 6 - Devotion - The Lord's Prayer (p. 117) - Hymn 383 - Our Father, Thou in Heav'n Above: vv. 7, 8, 9 - Blessing - Postlude Service Participants: Rev. Shawn Stafford (Preacher), Hannah Caauwe (Organist)
Order of Service: - Prelude - Hymn 383 - Our Father, Thou in Heav'n Above: vv. 1, 2, 3 - Luke 11:1-4: Now it came to pass, as He was praying in a certain place, when He ceased, that one of His disciples said to Him, “Lord, teach us to pray, as John also taught his disciples.” So He said to them, “When you pray, say: Our Father in heaven, Hallowed be Your name. Your kingdom come. Your will be done On earth as it is in heaven. Give us day by day our daily bread. And forgive us our sins, For we also forgive everyone who is indebted to us. And do not lead us into temptation, But deliver us from the evil one.” - Hymn 383 - Our Father, Thou in Heav'n Above: vv. 4, 5, 6 - Devotion - The Lord's Prayer (p. 117) - Hymn 383 - Our Father, Thou in Heav'n Above: vv. 7, 8, 9 - Blessing - Postlude Service Participants: Rev. Shawn Stafford (Preacher), Hannah Caauwe (Organist)
Order of Service: - Prelude - Hymn 383 - Our Father, Thou in Heav'n Above: vv. 1, 2, 3 - Luke 11:1-4: Now it came to pass, as He was praying in a certain place, when He ceased, that one of His disciples said to Him, “Lord, teach us to pray, as John also taught his disciples.” So He said to them, “When you pray, say: Our Father in heaven, Hallowed be Your name. Your kingdom come. Your will be done On earth as it is in heaven. Give us day by day our daily bread. And forgive us our sins, For we also forgive everyone who is indebted to us. And do not lead us into temptation, But deliver us from the evil one.” - Hymn 383 - Our Father, Thou in Heav'n Above: vv. 4, 5, 6 - Devotion - The Lord's Prayer (p. 117) - Hymn 383 - Our Father, Thou in Heav'n Above: vv. 7, 8, 9 - Blessing - Postlude Service Participants: Rev. Shawn Stafford (Preacher), Hannah Caauwe (Organist)
Matthew 6.26 “Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they?” Life makes us question whether God cares 1. Jesus Needed God's Care Luke 3.21-22 “Now when all the people were baptized, and when Jesus also had been baptized and was praying, the heaven was opened, and the Holy Spirit descended upon him in bodily form like a dove. And a voice came from heaven, “You are my Son, the Beloved; with you I am well pleased.”” Luke 9.34-36 “While he was speaking, a cloud appeared and covered them, and they were afraid as they entered the cloud. A voice came from the cloud, saying, “This is my Son, whom I have chosen; listen to him.” When the voice had spoken, they found that Jesus was alone. The disciples kept this to themselves and did not tell anyone at that time what they had seen.” Wilderness angels Mark 1.13 “and he was in the wilderness forty days, being tempted by Satan. He was with the wild animals, and angels attended him.” Gethsemane angel Luke 22.43 “An angel from heaven appeared to him and strengthened him.” Point: If Jesus needed it... 2. Jesus Showed us God Cares QUESTION: How did Jesus show people God cares? Matthew 10.26-31 ““So do not be afraid of them, for there is nothing concealed that will not be disclosed, or hidden that will not be made known. What I tell you in the dark, speak in the daylight; what is whispered in your ear, proclaim from the roofs. Do not be afraid of those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. Rather, be afraid of the One who can destroy both soul and body in hell. Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? Yet not one of them will fall to the ground outside your Father's care. And even the very hairs of your head are all numbered. So don't be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows.” Point: God has gone out of his way to let us know he cares. Jesus shows us that sometimes God caring does not mean our lives are easy. Gethsemane! He understands us. Conclusion 1 Peter 5.6-7 “Humble yourselves, therefore, under God's mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time. Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.” Convinced God cares? His Eye Is On the Sparrow (1905) SM Mrs. C. D. Martin 1. Why should I feel discouraged, why should the shadows come, Why should my heart be lonely and long for Heav'n and home, When Jesus is my portion? My constant Friend is He: His eye is on the sparrow, and I know He watches me: His eye is on the sparrow, and I know He watches me. I sing because I'm happy, I sing because I'm free, For His eye is on the sparrow, and I know He watches me. 2. "Let not your heart be troubled," His tender word I hear, And resting on His goodness, I lose my doubts and fears: Though by the path He leadeth but one step I may see: His eye is on the sparrow, and I know He watches me; His eye is on the sparrow, and I know He watches me. I sing because I'm happy, I sing because I'm free, For His eye is on the sparrow, and I know He watches me. 3. Whenever I am tempted, whenever doubts arise, When songs give place to sighing, when hope within me dies, I draw the closer to Him, from care He sets me free; His eye is on the sparrow, and I know He cares for me; His eye is on the sparrow, and I know He cares for me. I sing because I'm happy, I sing because I'm free, For His eye is on the sparrow, and I know He watches me. Please add your comments on this week's topic. We learn best when we learn in community. Do you have a question about teaching the Bible? Is it theological, technical, practical? Send me your questions or suggestions. Here's the email: [malcolm@malcolmcox.org](mailto:malcolm@malcolmcox.org). If you'd like a copy of my free eBook on spiritual disciplines, “How God grows His people”, sign up at my website: http://[www.malcolmcox.org](http://www.malcolmcox.org/). Please pass the link on, subscribe, leave a review. “Worship the LORD with gladness; come before him with joyful songs.” (Psalms 100:2 NIV11) God bless, Malcolm
Order of Service: - Prelude - Announcement - Hymn 272 - O Sinner, Come Thy Sin To Mourn - 1 Samuel 2:1-10: And Hannah prayed and said: “My heart rejoices in the Lord; My horn is exalted in the Lord. I smile at my enemies, because I rejoice in Your salvation. No one is holy like the Lord, for there is none besides You, nor is there any rock like our God. Talk no more so very proudly; let no arrogance come from your mouth, for the Lord is the God of knowledge; and by Him actions are weighed. The bows of the mighty men are broken, and those who stumbled are girded with strength. Those who were full have hired them-selves out for bread, and the hungry have ceased to hunger. Even the barren has borne seven, and she who has many children has become feeble. “The Lord kills and makes alive; He brings down to the grave and brings up. The Lord makes poor and makes rich; He brings low and lifts up. He raises the poor from the dust and lifts the beggar from the ash heap, to set them among princes and make them inherit the throne of glory. For the pillars of the earth are the Lord's, and He has set the world upon them. He will guard the feet of His saints, but the wicked shall be silent in darkness. For by strength no man shall prevail. The adversaries of the Lord shall be broken in pieces; from heaven He will thunder against them. The Lord will judge the ends of the earth He will give strength to His king, and exalt the horn of His anointed.” - Devotion - Prayer - Hymn 384 - Our Father, Throned in Heav'n Above - Blessing - Postlude Service Participants: Skyler Hepler, Seminary student (Preacher), Rev. Prof. Dennis Marzolf (Pianist)
Order of Service: - Prelude - Announcement - Hymn 272 - O Sinner, Come Thy Sin To Mourn - 1 Samuel 2:1-10: And Hannah prayed and said: “My heart rejoices in the Lord; My horn is exalted in the Lord. I smile at my enemies, because I rejoice in Your salvation. No one is holy like the Lord, for there is none besides You, nor is there any rock like our God. Talk no more so very proudly; let no arrogance come from your mouth, for the Lord is the God of knowledge; and by Him actions are weighed. The bows of the mighty men are broken, and those who stumbled are girded with strength. Those who were full have hired them-selves out for bread, and the hungry have ceased to hunger. Even the barren has borne seven, and she who has many children has become feeble. “The Lord kills and makes alive; He brings down to the grave and brings up. The Lord makes poor and makes rich; He brings low and lifts up. He raises the poor from the dust and lifts the beggar from the ash heap, to set them among princes and make them inherit the throne of glory. For the pillars of the earth are the Lord's, and He has set the world upon them. He will guard the feet of His saints, but the wicked shall be silent in darkness. For by strength no man shall prevail. The adversaries of the Lord shall be broken in pieces; from heaven He will thunder against them. The Lord will judge the ends of the earth He will give strength to His king, and exalt the horn of His anointed.” - Devotion - Prayer - Hymn 384 - Our Father, Throned in Heav'n Above - Blessing - Postlude Service Participants: Skyler Hepler, Seminary student (Preacher), Rev. Prof. Dennis Marzolf (Pianist)
Order of Service: - Prelude - Announcement - Hymn 272 - O Sinner, Come Thy Sin To Mourn - 1 Samuel 2:1-10: And Hannah prayed and said: “My heart rejoices in the Lord; My horn is exalted in the Lord. I smile at my enemies, because I rejoice in Your salvation. No one is holy like the Lord, for there is none besides You, nor is there any rock like our God. Talk no more so very proudly; let no arrogance come from your mouth, for the Lord is the God of knowledge; and by Him actions are weighed. The bows of the mighty men are broken, and those who stumbled are girded with strength. Those who were full have hired them-selves out for bread, and the hungry have ceased to hunger. Even the barren has borne seven, and she who has many children has become feeble. “The Lord kills and makes alive; He brings down to the grave and brings up. The Lord makes poor and makes rich; He brings low and lifts up. He raises the poor from the dust and lifts the beggar from the ash heap, to set them among princes and make them inherit the throne of glory. For the pillars of the earth are the Lord's, and He has set the world upon them. He will guard the feet of His saints, but the wicked shall be silent in darkness. For by strength no man shall prevail. The adversaries of the Lord shall be broken in pieces; from heaven He will thunder against them. The Lord will judge the ends of the earth He will give strength to His king, and exalt the horn of His anointed.” - Devotion - Prayer - Hymn 384 - Our Father, Throned in Heav'n Above - Blessing - Postlude Service Participants: Skyler Hepler, Seminary student (Preacher), Rev. Prof. Dennis Marzolf (Pianist)
March 17, 2024 Preparation for Worship Time for Gathering Opening Hymn “Fairest Lord Jesus” Fairest Lord Jesus ruler of all nature O Thou of God and man the Son Thee will I cherish Thee will I honor Thou my soul's glory joy and crown Fair are the meadows fairer still the woodlands Robed in the blooming garb of spring Jesus is fairer Jesus is purer Who makes the woeful heart to sing Fair is the sunshine fairer still the moonlight And all the twinkling starry host Jesus shines brighter Jesus shines purer Than all the angels Heav'n can boast Beautiful Saviour Lord of the nations Son of God and Son of Man Glory and honor praise adoration Now and forevermore be Thine Amen! Prayer of Praise Song of Worship Prayers of the Church and the Lord's Prayer Offering and Doxology Scripture Lesson John 11:17-44 Sermon Life Closing Hymn “He Knows My Name” I have a Maker He formed my heart Before even time began My life was in His hands Chorus He knows my name He knows my every thought He sees each tear that falls and hears me when I call I have a Father He calls me His own He'll never leave me no matter where I go [Chorus] Benediction: NEW MEMBER ORIENTATION IN THE SUNSHINE ROOM – IF YOU'RE NEW TO THE CHURCH IN THE LAST YEAR, PLEASE JOIN US! • From now through Easter, we will be collecting donations for the Gary Bruton Scholarship through St. Matthew's House • Sunday Morning Study – Is It the End? | 9 AM in the Sunshine Room • Sunday Prayer | 9:30 AM in the Sunshine Room • NO Monday Bible Study | 12 & 6 PM in the Sanctuary and via Zoom, off this week • Wednesday Fellowship Coffee Hour | 10:30 AM in the Sunshine Room, join us for coffee and snacks. • Wednesday Issues Hour | 11 AM in the Sunshine Room and via Zoom • Friday Men's Study – How to be a Kingdom Man | 8:30-9:30 AM in the Sunshine Room • F3 Ladies Luncheon: Tuesday, March 19th | 11:30 AM at Ridgway. Individual checks, please sign up • Grace Place Tour: Friday, March 22nd | 11 AM at Grace Place, please sign up. • Maundy Thursday Service: Thursday, March 28th | 7 PM here at the church. • F3 Book Group Meeting: Friday, March 29th | 10 AM 7515 Pelican Bay Blvd, we are reading A Gentleman in Moscow. • Men's Steak Cookout: Thursday, April 25th | 5 PM at Falconer Jones' home. Please sign up, more details to come. • Thank you to Beth & Rob Enloe for providing the cookies today. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/naplescommunitychurch/message
This marvelous hymn helps us to rejoice in the reality of God's love for us sinners. Through Christ's death, God loves us to the uttermost, even though we were loveless and undeserving. The hymn traces the way that Jesus humbled Himself by taking on our humanity and suffering at the hands of the very people He had come to save. Though Jesus did not deserve such treatment, He willingly endured His passion, death, and burial in order to save us. For that reason, we sing the praises of Jesus now and into all eternity. Find this hymn at hymnary.org/hymn/LSB2006/430. Rev. Matt Ulmer, pastor at Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church—Friedheim, just outside Decatur, IN, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to Lutheran Service Book #430, “My Song Is Love Unknown.” Sharper Iron, hosted by Rev. Timothy Appel, looks at the text of Holy Scripture both in its broad context and its narrow detail, all for the sake of proclaiming Christ crucified and risen for sinners. Two pastors engage with God's Word to sharpen not only their own faith and knowledge, but the faith and knowledge of all who listen. Sharper Iron is underwritten by Lutheran Church Extension Fund, where your investments help support the work of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Visit lcef.org. Lutheran Service Book 430 1 My song is love unknown, My Savior's love to me, Love to the loveless shown That they might lovely be. Oh, who am I That for my sake My Lord should take Frail flesh and die? 2 He came from His blest throne Salvation to bestow; But men made strange, and none The longed-for Christ would know. But, oh, my friend, My Friend indeed, Who at my need His life did spend! 3 Sometimes they strew His way And His sweet praises sing; Resounding all the day Hosannas to their King. Then “Crucify!” Is all their breath, And for His death They thirst and cry. 4 Why, what hath my Lord done? What makes this rage and spite? He made the lame to run, He gave the blind their sight. Sweet injuries! Yet they at these Themselves displease And 'gainst Him rise. 5 They rise and needs will have My dear Lord made away; A murderer they save, The Prince of Life they slay. Yet cheerful He To suff'ring goes That He His foes From thence might free. 6 In life no house, no home My Lord on earth might have; In death no friendly tomb But what a stranger gave. What may I say? Heav'n was His home But mine the tomb Wherein He lay. 7 Here might I stay and sing, No story so divine! Never was love, dear King, Never was grief like Thine. This is my friend, In whose sweet praise I all my days Could gladly spend! Text Information First Line: My song is love unknown Title: My Song Is Love Unknown Author: Samuel Crossman, c. 1624-83 Meter: 66 66 4444 Language: English Publication Date: 2006 Scripture: Isaiah 52:13; Isaiah 53:1-3; Romans 5:6; Romans 5:10; Philippians 2:5-11; Acts 3:13-15 Topic: Redeemer Tune Information Name: LOVE UNKNOWN Composer: John N. Ireland, 1879-1962 Meter: 66 66 4444 Key: D Major Copyright: © John Ireland Trust Find this hymn at hymnary.org/hymn/LSB2006/430.
With Ski back in the gang all in full attendance, this week felt more like the Norm. The guys break down Jeezy NPR Tiny Desk Concert. Numerous Fake celebrity nudes surfaced. Posing the question of what will the Nude exchange look like with Ai on the rise. A 50 Part TikTok was the latest craze of the week, Heav gave the guys a brief overview. Do guys use dating Apps? Closing out with the balance of making your kids do things or letting them blaze a trail of their own. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dadsinprogress/message
This week on The DIPP; News Reporter & Sports Personality Carmen Holland (IG: @so_carm) steps in as our “Sixth Man”. Sport and Heav in attendance discuss, how the Nicki, Manaj and Megan Thee Stallion beef as unfolded. A recap of the championship week games and Super Bowl preview. Carm gives the dads her take on some current ongoing topics in the NBA. The 80 year old Robert De Niro and 39 year old Draya Michele with steady hands on their respectable cradles. How much Taylor Swift is too much Taylor Swift? Plus a Sequel conversation that will have you think. Like & Subscribe on all platforms. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dadsinprogress/message
Order of Service: - Prelude - Hymn 175 - God Loves Me Dearly - Deuteronomy 6:6-9: “And these words which I command you today shall be in your heart. You shall teach them diligently to your children, and shall talk of them when you sit in your house, when you walk by the way, when you lie down, and when you rise up. You shall bind them as a sign on your hand, and they shall be as frontlets between your eyes. You shall write them on the doorposts of your house and on your gates.” - Devotion - Hymn 178 - I Pray Thee, Dear Lord Jesus - Prayer - Hymn 174 - Children of the Heav'nly Father - Blessing - Postlude Service Participants: Chaplain Don Moldstad (Preacher), Hannah Caauwe (Organist)
Order of Service: - Prelude - Hymn 175 - God Loves Me Dearly - Deuteronomy 6:6-9: “And these words which I command you today shall be in your heart. You shall teach them diligently to your children, and shall talk of them when you sit in your house, when you walk by the way, when you lie down, and when you rise up. You shall bind them as a sign on your hand, and they shall be as frontlets between your eyes. You shall write them on the doorposts of your house and on your gates.” - Devotion - Hymn 178 - I Pray Thee, Dear Lord Jesus - Prayer - Hymn 174 - Children of the Heav'nly Father - Blessing - Postlude Service Participants: Chaplain Don Moldstad (Preacher), Hannah Caauwe (Organist)
Order of Service: - Prelude - Hymn 175 - God Loves Me Dearly - Deuteronomy 6:6-9: “And these words which I command you today shall be in your heart. You shall teach them diligently to your children, and shall talk of them when you sit in your house, when you walk by the way, when you lie down, and when you rise up. You shall bind them as a sign on your hand, and they shall be as frontlets between your eyes. You shall write them on the doorposts of your house and on your gates.” - Devotion - Hymn 178 - I Pray Thee, Dear Lord Jesus - Prayer - Hymn 174 - Children of the Heav'nly Father - Blessing - Postlude Service Participants: Chaplain Don Moldstad (Preacher), Hannah Caauwe (Organist)
Sunday's Sermon: Aliso Creek Church Podcast Passage: Therefore, since we have been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ. 2 We have also obtained access through him by faith into this grace in which we stand, and we boast in the hope of the glory of God. 3 And not only that, but we also boast in our afflictions, because we know that affliction produces endurance, 4 endurance produces proven character, and proven character produces hope. 5 This hope will not disappoint us, because God's love has been poured out in our hearts through the Holy Spirit who was given to us. THE JUSTIFIED ARE RECONCILED 6 For while we were still helpless, at the right time, Christ died for the ungodly. 7 For rarely will someone die for a just person — though for a good person perhaps someone might even dare to die. 8 But God proves his own love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. 9 How much more then, since we have now been justified by his blood, will we be saved through him from wrath. 10 For if, while we were enemies, we were reconciled to God through the death of his Son, then how much more, having been reconciled, will we be saved by his life. 11 And not only that, but we also boast in God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have now received this reconciliation. -- Romans 5:1-11 (CSB) Song: My Song is Love Unknown (https://open.spotify.com/track/2pxDXVH6bimJn6ndbbYuhN?si=888d43ecbd6a4a84) by Samuel Crossman and John Ireland Lyrics: My song is love unknown– my Savior's love to me; love to the loveless shown, that they might lovely be. Oh, who am I, that for my sake my Lord should take frail flesh and die? He came from His blest throne salvation to bestow; but men made strange, and none the longed for Christ would know. But oh, my Friend, my Friend indeed, who at my need His life did spend! Sometimes they strew His way, and His sweet praises sing; resounding all the day hosannas to their King. Then “Crucify!” is all their breath, and for His death they thirst and cry. Why, what hath my Lord done? What makes this rage and spite? He made the lame to run; He gave the blind their sight. Sweet injuries! Yet they at these themselves displease, and 'gainst Him rise. They rise, and needs will have my dear Lord made away. A murderer they save; the Prince of Life they slay. Yet cheerful He to suff'ring goes, that He His foes from thence might free. In life, no house, no home my Lord on earth might have; in death, no friendly tomb but what a stranger gave. What may I say? Heav'n was His home; but mine the tomb wherein He lay. Here might I stay and sing– no story so divine! Never was love, dear King, never was grief like Thine. This is my Friend, in whose sweet praise I all my days could gladly spend. Prayer: This is another day, O Lord. I know not what it will bring forth, but make me ready, Lord, for whatever it may be. If I am to stand up, help me to stand bravely. If I am to sit still, help me to sit quietly. If I am to lie low, help me to do it patiently. And if I am to do nothing, let me do it gallantly. Make these words more than words, and give me the Spirit of Jesus. Amen.
This week The Daily Pause is diving into the archives and revisiting the journey through well-known Christmas Carols that God us through last year. Each day we will open with prayer to immerse in the presence and love of God, and then we will engage with a well-known Christmas carol, hearing something of the story behind the carol, as well as the deep soul-stirring theology of the lyrics. We will get to embrace these age-tested songs in a fresh way, giving the Holy Spirit ample space, time, and truth to restore our souls in this unique season. Enjoy today's journey as God uses the story and lyrics of Silent Night to strengthen our faith and enrich our lives. Merry Christmas! Silent night, holy night!All is calm, all is brightRound yon virgin mother and child.Holy Infant, so tender and mild,Sleep in heavenly peace,Sleep in heavenly peace. Silent night, holy night!Shepherds quake at the sight;Glories stream from heaven afar,Heav'nly hosts sing, Alleluia!Christ, the Savior is born!Christ, the Savior is born! Silent night, holy night!Son of God, love's pure lightRadiant beams from Thy holy faceWith the dawn of redeeming grace,Jesus, Lord, at Thy birth,Jesus, Lord, at Thy birth.
The Rev. George Ruwisch, pastor of Grace Lutheran Church in Nashua, NH, joins the Rev. Dr. Phil Booe to study the hymn “Silent Night, Holy Night.” Open your hymnals to page 363 and grab a candle, it's time to study “Silent Night, Holy Night.” Whether sung in English, German, or both, this hymn has been a perennial favorite among Christians. Jesus' birth in a stable surrounded by animals likely wasn't as silent as this carol suggests, but it certainly was holy! In this episode, learn more about how this cherished hymn came to be and how it can help us reflect on the significance of Christ's coming that first Christmas! Learn more: https://hymnary.org/hymn/LSB2006/363 Celebrate the birth of our Savior with Thy Strong Word's Countdown to Christmas, a special series where we explore 10 of the most beloved Christmas hymns found in the Lutheran Service Book. Learn the history and meaning of these beautiful carols and how they reflect the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ. Each weekday we dive into every stanza of these classic hymns and discover the rich theology and joy it expresses. Don't miss this opportunity to prepare your hearts to receive Christ anew and rejoice with Thy Strong Word: Countdown to Christmas. Thy Strong Word, hosted by Rev. Dr. Phil Booe, pastor of St. John Lutheran Church of Luverne, MN, reveals the light of our salvation in Christ through study of God's Word, breaking our darkness with His redeeming light. Each weekday, two pastors fix our eyes on Jesus by considering Holy Scripture, verse by verse, in order to be strengthened in the Word and be equipped to faithfully serve in our daily vocations. Thy Strong Word is graciously underwritten by the Lutheran Heritage Foundation. Through the mission gifts of people like you, LHF translates, publishes, distributes and introduces books that are Bible-based, Christ-centered and Reformation-driven. Learn more at lhfmissions.org. Lutheran Service Book 363 1 Silent night, holy night! All is calm, all is bright Round yon virgin mother and child. Holy Infant, so tender and mild, Sleep in heavenly peace, Sleep in heavenly peace. 2 Silent night, holy night! Shepherds quake at the sight; Glories stream from heaven afar, Heav'nly hosts sing, Alleluia! Christ, the Savior is born! Christ, the Savior is born! 3 Silent night, holy night! Son of God, love's pure light Radiant beams from Thy holy face With the dawn of redeeming grace, Jesus, Lord, at Thy birth, Jesus, Lord, at Thy birth. Text Information First Line: Silent night, holy night! Title: Silent Night, Holy Night Author: Franz Joseph Mohr, 1792-1848 Translator: John F. Young, 1820-85 Meter: 66 88 66 Language: English Publication Date: 2006 Scripture: Luke 2:7-16; Colossians 1:13 Tune Information Name: STILLE NACHT Composer: Franz Xaver Gruber, 1787-1863 Meter: 66 88 66 Key: B♭ Major Source: Traditional setting Learn more: https://hymnary.org/hymn/LSB2006/363
This is the month, and this the happy morn, Wherein the Son of Heav'n's eternal King, Of wedded Maid, and Virgin Mother born, Our great redemption from above did bring; For so the holy sages once did sing, That he our deadly forfeit should release, And with his Father work us a perpetual peace. — John Milton, On the Morning of Christ's Nativity
Order of Service: - Prelude - Hymn 87 - Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus - Acts 1:9-11: Now when He had spoken these things, while they watched, He was taken up, and a cloud received Him out of their sight. And while they looked steadfastly toward heaven as He went up, behold, two men stood by them in white apparel, who also said, “Men of Galilee, why do you stand gazing up into heaven? This same Jesus, who was taken up from you into heaven, will so come in like manner as you saw Him go into heaven.” - Devotion - Prayer - Hymn 89 - Jesus Came, the Heav'ns Adoring - Blessing - Postlude Service Participants: Rev. Prof. Mark DeGarmeaux (Preacher), Joel Hermanson (Organist)
Order of Service: - Prelude - Hymn 87 - Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus - Acts 1:9-11: Now when He had spoken these things, while they watched, He was taken up, and a cloud received Him out of their sight. And while they looked steadfastly toward heaven as He went up, behold, two men stood by them in white apparel, who also said, “Men of Galilee, why do you stand gazing up into heaven? This same Jesus, who was taken up from you into heaven, will so come in like manner as you saw Him go into heaven.” - Devotion - Prayer - Hymn 89 - Jesus Came, the Heav'ns Adoring - Blessing - Postlude Service Participants: Rev. Prof. Mark DeGarmeaux (Preacher), Joel Hermanson (Organist)
Order of Service: - Prelude - Hymn 87 - Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus - Acts 1:9-11: Now when He had spoken these things, while they watched, He was taken up, and a cloud received Him out of their sight. And while they looked steadfastly toward heaven as He went up, behold, two men stood by them in white apparel, who also said, “Men of Galilee, why do you stand gazing up into heaven? This same Jesus, who was taken up from you into heaven, will so come in like manner as you saw Him go into heaven.” - Devotion - Prayer - Hymn 89 - Jesus Came, the Heav'ns Adoring - Blessing - Postlude Service Participants: Rev. Prof. Mark DeGarmeaux (Preacher), Joel Hermanson (Organist)
Order of Service: - Prelude - Hymn 8 - Christ is Made the Sure Foundation - Revelation 22:1-7: And he showed me a pure river of water of life, clear as crystal, proceeding from the throne of God and of the Lamb. In the middle of its street, and on either side of the river, was the tree of life, which bore twelve fruits, each tree yielding its fruit every month. The leaves of the tree were for the healing of the nations. And there shall be no more curse, but the throne of God and of the Lamb shall be in it, and His servants shall serve Him. They shall see His face, and His name shall be on their foreheads. There shall be no night there: They need no lamp nor light of the sun, for the Lord God gives them light. And they shall reign forever and ever. Then he said to me, “These words are faithful and true.” And the Lord God of the holy prophets sent His angel to show His servants the things which must shortly take place. “Behold, I am coming quickly! Blessed is he who keeps the words of the prophecy of this book.” - Devotion - Prayer - Hymn 542 - in Heav'n Above, in Heav'n Above - Blessing - Postlude Service Participants: Rev. Dr. Timothy Schmeling (Preacher), Rev. Prof. Mark DeGarmeaux (Organist)
Order of Service: - Prelude - Hymn 8 - Christ is Made the Sure Foundation - Revelation 22:1-7: And he showed me a pure river of water of life, clear as crystal, proceeding from the throne of God and of the Lamb. In the middle of its street, and on either side of the river, was the tree of life, which bore twelve fruits, each tree yielding its fruit every month. The leaves of the tree were for the healing of the nations. And there shall be no more curse, but the throne of God and of the Lamb shall be in it, and His servants shall serve Him. They shall see His face, and His name shall be on their foreheads. There shall be no night there: They need no lamp nor light of the sun, for the Lord God gives them light. And they shall reign forever and ever. Then he said to me, “These words are faithful and true.” And the Lord God of the holy prophets sent His angel to show His servants the things which must shortly take place. “Behold, I am coming quickly! Blessed is he who keeps the words of the prophecy of this book.” - Devotion - Prayer - Hymn 542 - in Heav'n Above, in Heav'n Above - Blessing - Postlude Service Participants: Rev. Dr. Timothy Schmeling (Preacher), Rev. Prof. Mark DeGarmeaux (Organist)
Order of Service: - Prelude - Hymn 8 - Christ is Made the Sure Foundation - Revelation 22:1-7: And he showed me a pure river of water of life, clear as crystal, proceeding from the throne of God and of the Lamb. In the middle of its street, and on either side of the river, was the tree of life, which bore twelve fruits, each tree yielding its fruit every month. The leaves of the tree were for the healing of the nations. And there shall be no more curse, but the throne of God and of the Lamb shall be in it, and His servants shall serve Him. They shall see His face, and His name shall be on their foreheads. There shall be no night there: They need no lamp nor light of the sun, for the Lord God gives them light. And they shall reign forever and ever. Then he said to me, “These words are faithful and true.” And the Lord God of the holy prophets sent His angel to show His servants the things which must shortly take place. “Behold, I am coming quickly! Blessed is he who keeps the words of the prophecy of this book.” - Devotion - Prayer - Hymn 542 - in Heav'n Above, in Heav'n Above - Blessing - Postlude Service Participants: Rev. Dr. Timothy Schmeling (Preacher), Rev. Prof. Mark DeGarmeaux (Organist)
ONCE AGAIN ITS ON!! On this weeks episode of the DIPP, the fellas discuss Jeezy and his “fascinating” interview with Nia Long. During the discussion they speak on the dynamics of cheating. The guys also talk about Yvonne Orji being the 39 year old virgin. Next, ALL ALERTS MATTER. Delaware will be piloting the black version of the “Amber Alert”, the “Ebony Alert”. The guys discuss how “inclusion” has turned into the real segregation and how the alert could be a step backward, instead of forward. Moving forward, the guys discuss Tisha Campbell and her fathers porn collection. Is there anything they would be embarrassed to have found after they pass? Heav and Sport go on to discuss some embarrassing family dynamics and kinks. Afterwards, a discussion of Keke Palmer and Darius Jackson sparks up. Ski gives a controversial take about the “evidence” that has been provided to the internet. Sport speaks on family business no longer being family business and the culture of “picking sides” and the need for villains. Finally, they speak on Keith Lee, his Atlanta tour, and where they would send Keith Lee if he came to Philly. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dadsinprogress/message
Order of Service: - Prelude - Hymn 557 - Ten Thousand Times Ten Thousand - 1 Peter 2:9-10: But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people who are God's own possession, so that you may proclaim the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light. At one time you were not a people, but now you are the people of God. At one time you were not shown mercy, but now you have been shown mercy. - Devotion - Prayer - Hymn 174 - Children of the Heav'nly Father - Blessing - Postlude Service Participants: Rev. Tim Hartwig, President, Bethany Lutheran Theological Seminary (Preacher), Rev. Prof. Mark DeGarmeaux (Organist)
Order of Service: - Prelude - Hymn 557 - Ten Thousand Times Ten Thousand - 1 Peter 2:9-10: But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people who are God's own possession, so that you may proclaim the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light. At one time you were not a people, but now you are the people of God. At one time you were not shown mercy, but now you have been shown mercy. - Devotion - Prayer - Hymn 174 - Children of the Heav'nly Father - Blessing - Postlude Service Participants: Rev. Tim Hartwig, President, Bethany Lutheran Theological Seminary (Preacher), Rev. Prof. Mark DeGarmeaux (Organist)
Order of Service: - Prelude - Hymn 557 - Ten Thousand Times Ten Thousand - 1 Peter 2:9-10: But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people who are God's own possession, so that you may proclaim the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light. At one time you were not a people, but now you are the people of God. At one time you were not shown mercy, but now you have been shown mercy. - Devotion - Prayer - Hymn 174 - Children of the Heav'nly Father - Blessing - Postlude Service Participants: Rev. Tim Hartwig, President, Bethany Lutheran Theological Seminary (Preacher), Rev. Prof. Mark DeGarmeaux (Organist)
Order of Service: - Hymn 34 - Kyrie, God Father in Heav'n Above: Followed by J.S. Bach, played by Kaleb Schmidt - Hymn 35 - All Glory Be To God On High: v. 1; Followed by Telemann, played by Joel Hermanson - Hymn 38 - We All Believe in One True God: v. 1; Followed by J C Bach, played by Tamara Omar - Hymn 40 - Isaiah, Mighty Seer, in Days of Old: v.1; Followed by Samuel Scheidt, played by M. DeGarmeaux - Hymn 41 - Lamb of God, Pure and Holy: v. 3; Followed by Every Sunday Organist, played by Davis Smith - Hymn 63 - Now Thank We All Our God: v. 1; Followed by Friedrich Franke, played by Hannah Caauwe Service Participants: Tamara Omar (Organist)
Homeschool News: We encourage you to save the date for the Thrive! Conference, and it is time for vendors to apply to serve homeschoolers in the vendor hall. Homeschool Conversations: Matthew talks with Anne Miller, the executive director of Home Educators Association of Virginia. Anne encourages parents in discipling and building relationships with their kids. Wisdom from the Word: Matthew continues to share from Joshua 1, this time focusing on the promises of God that give parents the courage to fight the battles God has called us to! Homeschool Helps with Amanda: Amanda continues her series on misinformation. This time she clarifies what it means to be a homeschooler. Does this include virtual charter schools, online private schools, students younger than 7?
Join us as we try one of the latest editions from the Derivation line of barrel aged stouts from Side Project Brewing out of Maplewood, MO (STL area). Is Derivation, Blend 17 the best one yet? Tune in to find out!Special guest on this episode, our friend Andrew Hatfield (Assistant GM and Spirits Trainer for Liquor Barn)https://tinyurl.com/Derivation-17#derivation #sideproject #barrelaged #stout #beer #beerreview #beerreviews #beerreviewer #ourcynicculturehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpEcWikZ55QHotmldjuKVawhttps://www.instagram.com/ourcynicculture/https://www.tiktok.com/@ourcynicculture?lang=enhttps://twitter.com/ourcynicculturehttps://www.facebook.com/ourcynicculture
On the Literary Life podcast this week Angelina, Cindy and Thomas continue their series on G. K. Chesterton's The Man Who Was Thursday. Before diving into the plot of these chapters, our hosts discuss the similarities and differences between Chesterton and Kafka's works of fiction. Thomas gives some historical context on anarchy as well as assassinations in the time period of this book. Angelina points out the Dante-esque language in this section, as well as the continuing themes of chivalry. Cindy highlights the character of Sunday and how he looms large, quite literally, over everyone's imaginations in the story. Some other thoughts our hosts discuss include modernity's mindset as it relates to the atmosphere of this story, the idea of the underdog fighting against all odds, and the humorous moments that break some of the tension. Be sure to come back next week when we wrap up our series on The Man Who Was Thursday. If you missed our 2023 Back to School Conference when it was live, you can still go back and view the recordings when you purchase access to the conference at MorningTimeforMom.com. Angelina is teaching a class on How to Read Beowulf at the end of August 2023. Get in on this mini-class at House of Humane Letters. Thomas is also teaching a webinar along with Michael Williams on the modern poets W. H. Auden and T. S. Eliot on September 28th. You can now register at House of Humane Letters. Commonplace Quotes: It's important, too, that everything that has a story, such as a myth, should be read or listened to purely as a story. Many people grow up without really understanding the difference between imaginative and discursive writing. On the rare occasions when they encounter poems or even pictures, they treat them exactly as though they were intended to be pieces of more or less disguised information. Their questions are all based on this assumption: “What is he trying to get across?” “What am I supposed to get out of it?” “Why doesn't someone explain it to me?” “Why couldn't he have written it in a different way so that I could understand him?” The art of listening to story is a basic training for the imagination. Northrop Frye, The Educated Imagination The biographer is there to explain rather than to judge. To get a clear view of a man we do not need to be told if his actions were good…but how and why he came to do them. Lord David Cecil, “Modern Biography” Or read again The Man Who Was Thursday. Compare it with another good writer, Kafka. Is the difference simply that the one is ‘dated' and the other contemporary? Or is it rather that while both give a powerful picture of the loneliness and bewilderment which each one of us encounters in his (apparently) single-handed struggle with the universe, Chesterton, attributing to the universe a more complicated disguise, and admitting the exhilaration as well as the terror of the struggle, has got in rather more, is more balanced: in that sense, more classical, more permanent? C. S. Lewis, “Period Criticism” Selection from Paradise Lost, Book 1 by John Milton Innumerable force of Spirits arm'd That durst dislike his reign, and me preferring, His utmost power with adverse power oppos'd In dubious Battel on the Plains of Heav'n, And shook his throne. What though the field be lost? All is not lost; the unconquerable Will, And study of revenge, immortal hate, And courage never to submit or yield: And what is else not to be overcome? Books Mentioned: The Oxford Book of Christian Verse ed. by Lord David Cecil On Stories by C. S. Lewis The Trial by Franz Kafka The Castle by Franz Kafka Day of the Assassins by Michael Burleigh The Defendant by G. K. Chesterton The Song of Roland trans. by Dorothy L. Sayers Tess of the D'Urbervilles by Thomas Hardy King Lear by William Shakespeare The Duchess of Malfi by John Webster Support The Literary Life: Become a patron of The Literary Life podcast as part of the “Friends and Fellows Community” on Patreon, and get some amazing bonus content! Thanks for your support! Connect with Us: You can find Angelina and Thomas at HouseofHumaneLetters.com, on Instagram @angelinastanford, and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ANGStanford/ Find Cindy at morningtimeformoms.com, on Instagram @cindyordoamoris and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/cindyrollins.net/. Check out Cindy's own Patreon page also! Follow The Literary Life on Instagram, and jump into our private Facebook group, The Literary Life Discussion Group, and let's get the book talk going! http://bit.ly/literarylifeFB
On The Literary Life podcast this week, our hosts continue their series of discussions on Aristotle's Poetics. Angelina, Cindy, and Thomas share some pertinent commonplace quotations to open the episode, then dive into this week's text, beginning with Aristotle's definition of “tragedy.” Thomas expands on the idea of catharsis, and Angelina outlines Aristotle's necessary elements of a story. Cindy shares her thoughts the distinction between poetry and history. They talk about the form and sequence of a story and why these are so important in Aristotle's view. In working out the definition of terms, our hosts also correct some common and crucial misconceptions. Thomas will be teaching a webinar on Jean Jacques Rousseau on February 24th. You can learn more and register at houseofhumaneletters.com. Register now for our 5th Annual Literary Life Online Conference coming up in mid-April, Shakespeare: The Bard for All and for All Time. Get all the details and sign up today at houseofhumaneletters.com. Commonplace Quotes: He was happier using the knife than in trying to save the limb. Alfred Lord Tennyson, from “In the Children's Hospital” Here the term moral imagination refers very loosely to a way of looking at life, or as Vigen Guroian puts it, “the process by which the self makes metaphors out of images given by experience, which it then employs to find and suppose moral correspondences in experience.” With this in mind, it makes sense to regard reading stories aloud to one's children the archetypal act of the trivium. One is simultaneously remembering a tradition, revealing the Logos, and by voice inflection and gesture dramatizing a story to communicate the meaning heart to heart. Stratford Caldecott, from Beauty in the Word It is true that “our way” of misreading the romances is very recent. In the nineteenth centure, even in the Edwardian period, a serious response to the ferlies seems to have been easy and almost universal. Even now it is common among the elderly. Most of my generation have all our lives taken these things with awe and with a sense of their mystery. But a generation has grown up which really needs the corrective that Mr. Speirs is offering. For whatever reason–a materialistic philosophy, anti-romanticism, distrust of one's unconscious–gigantic inhibitions, have, with astonishing rapidity, been built up. The response which was once easy and indeed irresistible now needs to be liberated by some sort of mental ascesis. C. S. Lewis, from “De Audiendis Poetis” Selection from “An Essay on Criticism” by Alexander Pope ‘Tis hard to say, if greater want of skill Appear in writing or in judging ill; But, of the two, less dang'rous is th' offence To tire our patience, than mislead our sense. Some few in that, but numbers err in this, Ten censure wrong for one who writes amiss; A fool might once himself alone expose, Now one in verse makes many more in prose. ‘Tis with our judgments as our watches, none Go just alike, yet each believes his own. In poets as true genius is but rare, True taste as seldom is the critic's share; Both must alike from Heav'n derive their light, These born to judge, as well as those to write. Let such teach others who themselves excel, And censure freely who have written well. Authors are partial to their wit, 'tis true, But are not critics to their judgment too? Book List: Othello by William Shakespeare Beauty in the Word by Stratford Caldecott Studies in Medieval and Renaissance Literature by C. S. Lewis The Medieval Mind of C. S. Lewis by Jason Baxter MacBeth by William Shakespeare The Odyssey by Homer Oedipus Rex by Sophocles Tom Jones by Henry Fielding Support The Literary Life: Become a patron of The Literary Life podcast as part of the “Friends and Fellows Community” on Patreon, and get some amazing bonus content! Thanks for your support! Connect with Us: You can find Angelina and Thomas at HouseofHumaneLetters.com, on Instagram @angelinastanford, and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ANGStanford/ Find Cindy at morningtimeformoms.com, on Instagram @cindyordoamoris and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/cindyrollins.net/. Check out Cindy's own Patreon page also! Follow The Literary Life on Instagram, and jump into our private Facebook group, The Literary Life Discussion Group, and let's get the book talk going! http://bit.ly/literarylifeFB
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