We recently had a Christmas Party at Concordia. It was a wonderful time for the adults and children of our congregation to spend time together. The volunteers did a wonderful job decorating the room and keeping the celebration focused on Christ. The children helped complete gifts for the shut ins that members could deliver (or … Read more
Propers: The parts of the service that vary each week according to the liturgical calendar or a festival observance. Example: The Gospel reading for Christmas Day is from John 1. Ordinaries: The parts of the service that are in every service. Examples: Kyrie, Offertory, Lord’s Prayer. Link: Biblical Roots of Lutheran Liturgy: https://www.goodshepherd.nb.ca/liturgy/
Catechism : First Article of the Apostles’ Creed, part 1Scripture: “Creation” – Genesis 1:1-5 (6-23) 24-31, 2:1-7Summary: “God is Triune. We are made in his image. He created out of love to give us life.”
Catechism: 9th and 10th CommandmentsScripture: “The Rich Young Ruler” – Mark 10: 17-31Summary: “Faith in Christ is impossible for sinners. God alone works repentance and faith.”