Grace Notes

Synod Authorized Minister - Arlin Scott

For the week ending February 8, 2026

Grace Notes

Friday Devotional:

Psalm 112:1-10

Prophets were known for not mincing words. It didn't matter if you were the king or queen, a wealthy landowner, or one of the ordinary folks. If you were living contrary to God's law, the prophet would confront you, calling you to repent and change your ways to reflect God's law. A prophet wasn't someone you would normally invite for dinner, but they might show up uninvited.

The psalmist in Psalm 112 takes a different tack from the prophets, repeatedly offering promises for the righteous rather than pain for the wicked, with only verse 10 directed to the latter. To have abundant resources, to live with integrity, and to be merciful are great blessings. Twice, in verses 5 and 9, the psalmist pictures those who have been blessed in turn blessing others-giving to the poor, freely lending to those in need, attentive to the demands of justice in a world tilted toward the powerful. Living like this reflects the love of God in a needy world.

Faithful God, remind me that I have been blessed so that I might be a blessing. Amen.

An excerpt from Christ in Our Home

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Thank you!

View Sunday's Bulletin here

Zoom Meeting

We are happy to announce that our annual

Ash Wednesday tradition of offering ashes throughout the day will happen again this year.

Synod Authorized Minister Arlin Scott will be in front of the church from:

8:30-9:45 am, 12-1 pm, and 4-5:30 pm

ASH WEDNESDAY,

February 18, 2026

Join us for worship service at

6 pm

Please stop by. You can also bring your children. For those too young to understand,

Arlin will mark their hands with the ashes and say, “Remember that Jesus loves you.”

Ladies Ensemble:

Women's ensemble rehearsal Sunday, directly after our morning service (@ 11:30 a.m.) I look forward to rehearsing with you!

If you are still interested....

We have short rehearsals after the 10:30 Sunday service. Please let Jayne Pompey know if you are interested in participating. She can be reached at 805.983.0612. Let's make a joyful noise unto the Lord!

Quilting and Fellowship

Every Wednesday at 9:00 am

The quilting group "Operation LOVE" at Our Redeemer has been creating quilts for the Lutheran World Relief quilt ministry for many years. About 100 quilts are sent annually to Lutheran World Relief for distribution to those in need around the world.

Operation LOVE meets every Wednesday at 9:00 am in the coffee room. Anyone interested in participating in this ongoing project is encouraged to join the group at any time.

Sewing/quilting experience is not essential since there are many different ways to give assistance as needed.

Looking ahead to March.... Join us for our Blood Drive

Schedule your appointment here

February Birthdays

† Irma is having heart problems (Donna's friend); Allison Johnson (Breast cancer); The Lowry family has influenza A; Gail Tenbus is recovering at home; Tim & Jayne Pompey; Jan Ludwig; Darcy Ludwig; The Godwin family is dealing with Larry's Parkinson's disease.

If you want to add a name to our prayer list, don't hesitate to get in touch with the church office or Synod Authorized Minister - Arlin Scott

For any questions:

(805) 983-0612 | secretary@lcoor.org-website: Lcoor.org