This Week in Church

August 18, 2013

This Week in Church

Worship 10:30 a.m.

"Am I a God near by, says the Lord, and not a God far off?"

- Jeremiah 23:23

Where is God? Closer than you might think! Created by God, in God's image, God continues to work in the world today. Where? Often in the bleakest, most desperate places of war, famine, and political unrest. How? Maybe through you!

Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Services is one of 10 national agenciesthat resettle refugees fleeing war and persecution on behalf of the U.S. government.

Did you know that Christ's Lutheran Church once helped to resettle refugees from Vietnam? Learn more about LIRS at LIRS

Also this week, we welcome Pastor Ed Schreiber of Atonement, Saugerties as a guest preacher/presider.

Scripture Readings
for
August 18, 2013

Jeremiah 23:23-29
Psalm 82
Hebrews 11:29-12:2
Luke 12:49-56

Hymns:

We Come to the

Hungry Feast

Lord, You Give the Great Commission

Come, We That

Love the Lord

Eat This Bread

I, the Lord of Sea and Sky

For Kids: "Davey and Goliath"

Children ages 3 - 3rd grade are invited to exit worship after the gathering to watch a Davey and Goliath video in the downstairs Sunday School Room. A light snack will be provided. Children will rejoin worship following the sermon and prayers.

"Davey and Goliath" is a stop-motion cartoon produced by the Lutheran Church in America in the 1960's and 70's. It's solid message about God and our relationship with God has stood the test of time, making it a favorite with parents and kids alike!

This week's episode: "The Wild Goat"

August Happenings

Join us for these events coming up at Christ's Lutheran Church,
26 Mill Hill Road, Woodstock, NY.

From Bach to Beatles: A Cello Afternoon

Gabriel Dresdale will offer a 45 minute recital in the sanctuary on Sunday, August 25th at

3 p.m. A free will offering will benefit the Daily Bread Soup Kitchen.

Grow With God

A free mini-camp for ages 3 - 6th grade on the mornings of August 27, 28, and 29.

See you in church!