The Sundays after Epiphany began with Jesus’ baptism and end with three disciples’ vision of his transfiguration. In Mark’s story of Jesus’ baptism, apparently only Jesus sees the Spirit descending and hears the words from heaven. But now Jesus’ three closest friends hear the same words naming him God’s beloved son. As believers, Paul writes, we are enabled to see the God-light in Jesus’ face, because the same God who created light in the first place has shone in our hearts to give us that vision. The light of God’s glory in Jesus has enlightened us through baptism and shines in us also for others to see.
Tag: Worship
Worship Scripture for the Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany
In Deuteronomy God promises to raise up a prophet like Moses, who will speak for God; in Psalm 111 God shows the people the power of God’s works. For the church these are ways of pointing to the unique authority people sensed in Jesus’ actions and words. We encounter that authority in God’s word, around which we gather, the word that trumps any lesser spirit that would claim power over us, freeing us to follow Jesus.
Pictures from Pastor Kate Costa’s Ordination
Full versions of the pictures are available here.
Pictures were taken by BJ Troiano, http://www.FocusOnTheMoment.us
Advent Festivities at St. Luke’s
Come experience the sense of wonder and expectation of preparing for Jesus to come!
At our mid-week services we will be hearing from characters like Ruth, Naomi, Jesse, and Eliab. Who in the world was Eliab? Come and find out!
Join us at 7pm on Dec. 7 and Dec. 14 as we count down the days to Christmas to celebrate Christ’s birth!
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