Faith in Daily Life

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Keeping Good Company

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 20 Feb 2022 15:59:57 GMT

Text: Hebrews 10:24-25

How is God speaking to us, challenging us, helping us to grow, and to be the best version of ourselves? God’s voice often comes to us through other people which presents us with a compelling invitation to be in intentional community with others. This Sunday, we engage in a thoughtful reflection on just how vital it is to our faith and wellness to have life-giving and life-affirming relationships to sustain us.

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Sermon - Altered Alongside Our Enemies

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 03 Mar 2024 18:24:24 GMT

At our Worship Young service, Pastor Matthew tells the story of Saul and Ananias and preaches on what the concept of villains or enemies means to our lives.

Sermon — 'We Obey'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Thu, 13 Mar 2025 21:27:20 GMT

During this week’s service, Pastor Peter discussed Jesus’ perfection. He reminded us of God’s love and how the season of Lent offers us and our communities the opportunity to turn to Jesus in a more intimate way. This season helps us live out our faith in our daily lives, rooted and grounded in His love.

Sermon - Impossible Promise of Provision

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Tue, 12 Nov 2024 15:20:02 GMT

Pastor Matthew reads from Exodus, and Pastor Peter preaches on the promise that God will provide for us.

Faith Story — Lent: 'Forgiveness, Peace & Kindness'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Thu, 03 Apr 2025 16:07:04 GMT

Larry Bach reflects on his experiences with God's love, grace, peace, and forgiveness and how these helped him strive to be a kinder person throughout his life and faith journey.

Sermon - G is for Growing Up

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 28 Jul 2024 16:55:05 GMT

Pastor Matthew reads from the second chapter of Luke, and Pastor Peter preaches on beloved community in the face of loneliness.

Lost Sheep

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 26 Feb 2023 16:06:52 GMT

Text: Luke 15:1-7 In the first of three parables from Luke 15, Jesus invites us to think about those persons who are outside of the fold. How does this story inform the way we approach ministry and life as we encounter people who seem to be lost sheep? How is God seeking us and calling us to repentance when we fail to see ourselves as lost sheep who are redeemed by the Good Shepherd?

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Serving Others Will Change Your Life

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 05 Feb 2023 16:08:50 GMT

When pressed to winnow down all the laws into only one Jesus said, “Got it. Love God. Love people.” The point – the people who love and serve God and – as a result – people who feel called and inspired to go love and serve other people in the name of Jesus. Just imagine a world where people are more concerned about someone other than him or herself. That in the world that God wants and envisions.

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Faith Story — Lent: 'Like a good neighbor, faith is always there'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Thu, 10 Apr 2025 22:16:55 GMT

Sandy Perkins, a member of St. Andrew, shared a captivating faith story during this week's Lenten service, the final one of the season. Sandy discussed refugees, differences, and how faith can offer a safe haven for all people.

Podcast - Wednesday Night Youth Group, Episode 1

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Thu, 31 Oct 2024 15:11:29 GMT

Caleb Wragge and the High School Leadership Team talk about faith and community in the first episode of the WNYG podcast.

Sermon - Filled with God's Fullness

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 13 Oct 2024 16:33:07 GMT

Being Church Together - Part 1

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 13 Nov 2022 16:11:54 GMT

Text: Psalm 133 In a time where we see an almost unprecedented amount of divisiveness in our nation and our world, it’s important to focus on how we do things differently in the church. God has given us a vision and blueprint for how we can experience the richness of doing life and doing ministry together. Join us as we reflect on the blessings of God and how the church can make a lasting impact on our community when we commit ourselves to this vision!

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Sermon - P is for Puah

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 23 Jun 2024 15:17:20 GMT

Pastor Sue reads from Exodus, and Pastor Peter preaches about the advocacy we provide for one another as people of faith.

Sermon - "N is for Naomi"

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 14 Jul 2024 15:16:32 GMT

Pastor Matthew reads from the first chapter of Ruth, and Pastor Sue preaches.

Sermon — 'We Trust'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 06 Apr 2025 15:00:00 GMT

Pastor Peter spoke about how we, as God's people, often mix worry with trust while living out our faith in our daily lives. Whether it's planting a seed too early or trying to rush our personal growth, the process always unfolds at the right pace. We must have faith, which helps our worries recede and allows love to succeed.

Sermon - Rising Into God's Eternity

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 12 May 2024 16:36:30 GMT

Pastor Peter reads from the book of Revelation, and Pastor Matthew preaches on endings.

Saying Yes Will Change Your Life

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 29 Jan 2023 16:13:59 GMT

2 Corinthians 1:18-22

This is the topic so I can show a clip of the Jim Carrey movie: “Yes, Man.” Many times when people ask us to do something, even before they go for the ask, we are thinking of how we can say no. After all, we are all so busy as it is. There is simply no more time for doing one more thing. That is, unless the ask is about something that we love doing. The point of this focus is – try to find more and more room in our lives for saying Yes.

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Message — 'Fire'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 16:14:21 GMT

Fire can warm us, guide us, and sustain life. But it can also consume everything in its path. In her sermon, Pastor Kristin explored Moses’ encounter with the burning bush and what God’s presence has in common with fire: powerful, life-giving, and never ours to control. She invited the congregation to consider what it means to listen when God still speaks from the flames.

Sermon - "Here Am I"

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 26 May 2024 15:13:52 GMT

Shawna Berg reads from Isaiah, and Pastor Matthew gives a sermon on the unexpected ways holiness appears in our world.

The Life of the Party

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 30 Jul 2023 15:05:46 GMT

Text: John 2:1-11

Did you hear about the parable where Jesus goes to a wedding and he makes more wine? Turns out, it's a true story. Come or listen online this Sunday at 9:00 and 10:30 and find out that, because of Jesus and His amazing love, the wedding at Cana is a foretaste of the feast to come!

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Like It's 1999

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 16 Jul 2023 15:09:18 GMT

The book of Revelation is quite complicated with many different and sometimes confusing images. The good news of the gospel is clear and concise -- we are saved by Christ and Him crucified! Come and hear more about that good news this Sunday at 9:00 and 10:30.

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Resentment

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 25 Jun 2023 16:40:20 GMT

Text: Matthew 18:21-35 “Not forgiving is like drinking rat poison and waiting for the rat to die,” writes Anne Lamott. We may think ourselves beyond generous to forgive someone seven times but Jesus challenges our thinking by saying, “not seven times but seventy-seven times.” In other words, for those of us who follow Christ, forgiveness becomes not so much an act but a way of life. How are we equipping ourselves to face this giant of resentment?

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Doubt

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 04 Jun 2023 15:14:51 GMT

Text: 1 Samuel 17:41-51

The young shepherd boy faced Goliath, the champion of the Philistine army, with five smooth stones and an unshakable trust in God. We face our own giants as we journey through life but each of us wrestles with doubts that shake our faith in God, in others, and in ourselves. How do our doubts cripple us and cause us to stumble? More importantly, how does God equip us for the fight of our lives?

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A Place for All

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 07 May 2023 15:09:33 GMT

Text: John 14:1-14

As we examined in our Lenten series, we are often lost and need to be found. The risen Christ tells Thomas what he needs to hear and what we all need to hear when we don’t know the way: “I am the way.” The promise of heaven is more than “pie in the sky”; it invites us to walk with the very One who is the way to eternal life.

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Lost Coin

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 13 Mar 2023 12:59:44 GMT

Text: Luke 15:8-10

Do we value ourselves and our neighbors properly? Jesus’ parable of the lost coin tells us that God sees each of us as a treasure and there’s nowhere that we can go where we will be separated from his love for us.

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The Good Shepherd

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 23 Apr 2023 15:00:07 GMT

Text: John 10:11-19 We heard during Lent of the shepherd who leaves the ninety-nine sheep to go after the one who is lost but this text is even more radical: the good shepherd lays down his life for his sheep! In these days when we are surrounded by so much tragedy and sorrows, we need to hear the comforting voice of the Shepherd who has so much to say to us!

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Save Us

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 02 Apr 2023 15:12:02 GMT

Palm Sunday marks the beginning of Holy Week for Christians around the world. As our Sunday School children join us in worship with palm branches and shouts of “hosanna,” we hear together the story of Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem, and we see how events will turn that lead Jesus toward the cross of Calvary- for us and for our salvation. Christians today still need to raise our voices in singing hosanna– “Lord, save us!”

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Sermon — 'Rest'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 15 Dec 2025 17:00:01 GMT

This past Sunday, Pastor Matthew reflected on how Mary, Joseph, and the shepherds each said 'yes' to God when it would have been easier to say 'no'. He shared how his own busy week led him to say no to his kids again and again, until he finally made space to say yes and build the vanities they’d been hoping for.

He reminded the congregation that the restlessness we feel can be a sign that God is stirring something in us. His message encouraged everyone to pause, create room in their lives, and take even one small step toward saying yes to what God was calling them to do.

Homily - Christmas Program

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sat, 04 Jan 2025 02:01:39 GMT

Pastor Peter preaches following the Children's Christmas Program.s

Sermon - "A is for Abigail"

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 07 Jul 2024 15:02:39 GMT

Pastor Matthew reads from 1 Samuel, and Pastor Sue preaches about the fearlessness and conviction of Abigail.

7 Tiny Things - Creativity (Week 5)

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Wed, 03 Feb 2021 16:54:52 GMT

Text: Matthew 9:16-17. The need for us to be faithful as innovators is illustrated by Jesus’ parable of how new wineskins are needed for new wine. If the new wine is poured into old wineskins, they will burst. We are called by God to “sing a new song to the Lord.” This applies not only to our worship, but to our lives as well.

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No Ordinary Love

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Fri, 15 Apr 2022 21:26:07 GMT

Jesus brings us together to become one body, united through the bread and wine of the Lord’s Supper. On Maundy Thursday (“commandment” Thursday), we remember the new commandment that Jesus gives us to love one another and we celebrate Holy Communion along with our children who receive their First Communion. The service also offers the opportunity for all to receive a blessing and the assurance of forgiveness through the laying on of hands, an ancient practice in the church that acknowledges our need for connection and our need for God’s grace.

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Sermon - Z is for Zaccheus

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 01 Sep 2024 15:08:40 GMT

Shawna Berg reads from the Gospel of Luke, and Pastor Peter preaches on the way Jesus invites us and lives in us, no matter who we are.

Sermon - M is for Mary Magdalene

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 25 Aug 2024 16:42:10 GMT

Easter Sermon - "Rising Strong"

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 31 Mar 2024 17:35:17 GMT

Pastor Sarah reads the Holy Gospel according to Luke, and Pastor Peter gives an Easter sermon about the paths that God leads us down through Jesus' resurrection.

Same As It Ever Was

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 05 Jun 2022 15:11:00 GMT

50 days after Easter we celebrate the outpouring of the Holy Spirit - crossing all boundaries, bringing the wideness of God's mercy to places we least expect it. Jesus promises his disciples that they will be accompanied by the Holy Spirit.

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For All the Saints

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 06 Nov 2022 17:52:42 GMT

We hold in memory and prayer our loved ones who have gone before us. Spend time in the presence of friends and family who share your grief and with memories of loved ones. Experience healing surrounded by beautiful music and in prayers of remembrance.

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Why? Series - Final Discussion 3/20/24

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Thu, 21 Mar 2024 16:54:41 GMT

Pastor Matthew, Pastor Sarah, Pastor Sue, and Caleb Wragge field more congregational questions in our final casual Lenten service of 2024.

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Message — 'Flora & Fauna'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 31 Aug 2026 15:09:25 GMT

In this week’s Flora & Fauna message, Pastor Jeanne Aamot reflects on Jesus’ invitation to trust God’s care. Through the images of mustard seeds, birds, and everyday acts of kindness, she reminds us that God is present in both the extraordinary and the ordinary. Even the smallest things can grow into signs of God’s kingdom.

Message — 'The Pharoah'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:01:46 GMT

Pastor Peter preached in our “Villains and Heroes of the Bible” series this past Sunday, focusing on Pharaoh and how fear can shape our actions. We were reminded that even when fear leads us astray, God’s grace meets us there—bringing freedom, hope, and new life.

Reflections - Lessons & Carols

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sat, 04 Jan 2025 02:08:25 GMT

Peter and Shawna give reflections on lessons from our Lessons & Carols service.

Sermon - Catching God's Vision

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 06 Oct 2024 17:00:44 GMT

Pastor Peter reads from Romans and Luke, and Pastor Sue preaches on God's vision for us and how it appears to us.

The Holy Bible

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 02 Aug 2021 15:01:17 GMT

Text: Hebrews 4:12-13 The Bible is used in many different ways. In some countries it has been banned, in some places it has been weaponized or politicized, but there is one thing that it cannot be: ignored. For those who dismiss it as outdated and outmoded, the author of Hebrews reminds us that “the word of God is living and active… sharper than any two-edged sword.” How does the Bible continue to speak to us in ways that are so relevant that they shape our very identity?

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Message — 'Speaking Peace into Chaos'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 23 Mar 2026 15:58:47 GMT

Pastor Kristin reflected on how chaos—symbolized by stormy waters and Leviathan—shows up in our world and our personal lives, leaving us fearful and locked behind closed doors like the disciples. She reminded us that Jesus enters those places of fear, speaks peace, and breathes the Holy Spirit into us, often through the faith and presence of the gathered community. In Christ, and in the church’s shared life together, we are helped to breathe again and trust that God’s peace is stronger than any chaos.

Our Neighbor's Faith

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 24 Oct 2021 16:59:40 GMT

Text: 1 Corinthians 12: 12-19, 27, Colossians 3:12-14

In spite of all our differences, God has made us one body and calls us to live in peace and unity. How is God inviting us not only to tolerate but actually to celebrate the differences among us even as we are called to go and make disciples of all nations?

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February 4th, 2024, "Created to Be: Owning Your Superpower"

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 04 Feb 2024 18:02:16 GMT

Shawna Berg preaches on what it means to own your God-given gifts. Text: Matthew 14:22-32

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Party Crashers

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 23 Jul 2023 14:54:38 GMT

Text: Matthew 22:1-14

The parable of the wedding banquet delves in the question of who, exactly, is invited into the party that is God’s kingdom. What does it mean if we don’t have the “right clothes” to wear to the party? Are we party crashers if Jesus himself invites us and even provides the “right clothes” when he gives us his own righteousness?

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An Everyday Thing

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 05 Dec 2022 15:13:16 GMT

Text: Matthew 3:1-12

We do a lot to get ready for Christmas but what does John the Baptist mean when he says “Prepare the way for the Lord?” How can we carve out some time for spiritual practices in the midst of a busy season so that we experience more fully the coming of Christ at Christmas?

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Start Right Here Week 2

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 19 Sep 2021 15:13:16 GMT

Text: Psalm 150

As our Rally Days continue, we celebrate St. Andrew's music ministry and, specifically, we give thanks and praise to God for Jan Maudlin's many years of music ministry with the Canticle Choir. We praise God for his marvelous gift of music, of which Martin Luther said, "next after theology, I give to music the highest place and the greatest honor."

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Before I Go

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 30 Apr 2023 15:05:45 GMT

Text: John 17:1-19

When people are facing death, they speak of the things that matter the most to them. It was no different for Jesus, who prayed for us: for our unity and for our protection. We are all under the care of one who continues to look out for us, even when he is no longer in this world.

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7 Tiny Things - Learning (Week 6)

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 08 Feb 2021 16:03:48 GMT

Text: Psalm 119:1-7, 10-11. Regardless of our age, we are called by God to a life of learning. Our faithfulness in the small things leads us to a place of growth and our capacity for learning all that life throws our way is never beyond God’s ability to help and guide us.

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Living With Others

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 13 Aug 2023 15:02:12 GMT

Text: Romans 12:9-18 Living with others can be a challenge but the apostle Paul gives us sage advice: “If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.” This sounds good but is it more easily said than done? A cynic once described large churches as “more sinners under one roof!” But God equips us with all the grace we need and more to live in harmony with all people. Join us as we delve into one of Jesus’ greatest commandments: “love thy neighbor.”

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Sharing Faith "What You Don't Do" (Week 4)

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Thu, 18 Mar 2021 00:54:12 GMT

Text: Colossians 4:2-6

As we continue to examine carefully how to share (and how not to share!) our faith, we hear this advice from the Apostle Paul: “be wise in the way you act toward outsiders; make the most of every opportunity.”

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Go. Make. Baptize. Teach. Repeat.

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 30 May 2021 16:36:38 GMT

Text: Matthew 28:16-20 The church doesn’t need to search for its purpose when Jesus cast the vision for us so clearly and so completely in the Great Commission. As we are faithful in our work to make disciples, we remember that it is God’s grace through the Holy Spirit who is really at work in the hearts of all whom we serve and love in the name of Jesus.

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Start Right Here Week 3

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 26 Sep 2021 15:06:15 GMT

Text: Ephesians 2:19-22

Community lies at the heart of our faith and life together in the church. As we all seek a place to belong, we are reminded by God's Word that we are "no longer aliens, but God's people and members of God's household." We continue to recognize and celebrate how God is building us together into a holy place where God is living among us by his Spirit.

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Reformation Sunday - "The Not-So Spiritual Retreat that Changed the World"

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 31 Oct 2021 17:07:24 GMT

Romans 3:19-28; John 8:31-36

The Rev. Dr. Hans Wiersma will be preaching at St. Andrew on Reformation Sunday. Dr. Wiersma is a very highly respected author and scholar of Martin Luther. Dr. Wiersma has a Ph.D. in Church History from Luther Seminary and is a Professor of Religion at Augsburg College.

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7 Tiny Things - Community (Week 7)

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 14 Feb 2021 17:45:16 GMT

Text: Hebrews 10:24-26. Faithfulness in the small acts of building community can lead us to the habits that are life-giving and life-affirming. The author of Hebrews urges us to “spur one another on toward love and good deeds” and reminds us not to give up meeting together so that we don’t miss out on the opportunity to encourage each other through all of life’s difficulties. Our faithful acts of building community lead the kind of life-enriching experiences that God wants for us.

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Hope

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Tue, 14 Jun 2022 14:52:00 GMT

Text: Romans 5:1-5 What we need more than anything these days is hope. In Paul’s letter to the Romans, he tells us precisely where hope comes from and how we can get it. Romans 5 also tells us that “hope does not disappoint us, because God has poured out his love into our hearts by the Holy Spirit.” This is the good news that we’ve been looking for and it is well worth sharing!

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Reading the Bible Will Change Your Life

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 08 Jan 2023 17:38:52 GMT

A book just sitting on a shelf will not enter our hearts, minds, and souls. God’s holy word in the Bible is meant to be read, studied, questioned, analyzed, and then, live out in daily life. The fact of the matter is, the Bible is complex and sometimes just plain hard to understand. That should not make us afraid to crack it open and see what the Holy Spirit does with the Word of God.

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Coming Peace

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 27 Nov 2022 15:46:44 GMT

Text: Isaiah 2:1-5

We focus on the vision for peace that God has for us when the Prince of Peace comes. The prophet Isaiah paints a picture for us of the coming peace when “nation will not take up sword against nation, nor will they train for war anymore.” In our weary world that has seen too much of the devastation of war, our hearts cry out: “Come, Lord Jesus!”

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Being Church Together - Part 2

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 20 Nov 2022 16:07:56 GMT

Text: Romans 15:4-6

How is God at work in us and in our church? What is the work of our church and why does it matter? We focus in on the role that we are called to play as God is joining us together to become a holy temple in the Lord “so that together we may with one voice glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.”

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All Because of Jesus

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 30 Oct 2022 15:11:34 GMT

Reformation Sunday – a day set aside to recognize, remember, and celebrate the day that Martin Luther nailed “95 Theses” to the castle church door in Wittenberg, Germany. We invite you to wear red to remind us of the gift of salvation by grace alone.

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We

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 18 Sep 2022 15:11:42 GMT

Text: Ephesians 4:1-6 (Key verse- Ephesians 4:3)

“Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace.” Although we come together from many different backgrounds, we are all called by the gospel to go and love our neighbors in the name and for the sake of Jesus!

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I Will Give You Rest

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 07 Aug 2022 16:39:56 GMT

Text: Matthew 11:28-30

One of the most compelling, invitational, and comforting promises in all of scripture is this promise given to us by Jesus in Matthew 11: “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” How can we learn to let go of our burdens that we foolishly hang onto and entrust them to the One whose yoke is easy and whose burden is light?

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I Will Make Your Paths Straight

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 15 Aug 2022 13:24:56 GMT

Text: Matthew 11:28-30

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High on the Mountain Top | Transfiguration Sunday

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 19 Feb 2023 16:00:19 GMT

Transfiguration Sunday bridges the gap between the Advent-Christmas-Epiphany cycle and the season of Lent which begins on Ash Wednesday.  Our services will feature inspiring music from the Canticle Choir and Josh Eidem at the 9 AM service and Elliana Meier and the Worship Band at the 10:30 AM service.  Come and bring a friend!

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Always

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 17 Jul 2022 16:40:21 GMT

Text: Matthew 28:16-20 Before his ascension, Jesus gave his disciples the Great Commission, which still gives the church its purpose and calling today. We were also given the promise of Christ’s presence in and through all that we do to fulfill that Great Commission along with one of God’s greatest promises to us: “and surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”

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Renewal

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 10 Jul 2022 15:08:11 GMT

Text: 2 Corinthians 4:7-9, 16

Our scripture speaks into the heart of the difficulties we face in modern life: “we are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair… yet inwardly we are being renewed day by day.” We will explore what it means to be “renewed day by day” even in the midst of dark times and difficulties.

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Saint and Sinner

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 24 Sep 2023 15:02:25 GMT

Text: 1 Timothy 1:12-16

We’re both saints and sinners at the same time. Not bad, but broken. We’re in need of restoration on a daily basis. Fortunately for us, God and Jesus know that about us from the get-go. We kick off our Fall sermon series with an examination of what it means to be one of God’s saints, but also, as the apostle Paul states, “the worst of sinners.”

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Love God

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 14 Nov 2021 16:01:42 GMT

Text: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13, Matthew 22:34-40 There’s more to 1 Corinthians 13 than just a nice wedding text: it is both a vivid picture of how Jesus loves and also how we are called to love others at all times. Our mission and ministry at St. Andrew is rooted in the greatest commandment of all: love God with all of our heart, mind, soul, and strength. God’s own Spirit comes alongside us as we make this our vision and goal for life in his name.

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Easter Sermon "Empty"

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 17 Apr 2022 15:17:50 GMT

Christ is risen! He is risen, indeed! On Easter morning, Christians around the world gather to celebrate the most significant event in the life of the church. The tomb is empty. Jesus is alive! Easter changes everything.

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Doubt

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 13 Mar 2022 15:18:09 GMT

Text: Mark 9:14-27

Mark’s Gospel gives us a story of a father coming to Jesus for the healing of his son. When Jesus tells him that all things are possible for those who believe, the man’s response is one that resonates with all people of faith who wrestle with matters of faith throughout our lifetimes: “I do believe, help me in my unbelief.” How does God come to us in our seasons of doubt?

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Children's Time

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 09 Jul 2023 15:07:40 GMT

Text: Matthew 19:13-15

We get the words of Jesus wrong all the time, just like his earliest followers. When a group of children were hanging out with Jesus and having a great time, the disciples wanted to send them away for “bothering” Jesus. But Jesus knows children are the center of God’s love, not on the margins of it. Jesus sees children as keys to understanding everything that he is doing in and through the world. Jesus is inviting us into a delightful adventure of encountering the world with the fresh eyes of those who are seeing it for the first time.

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Renewing Faith - Pray (Week 3)

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 07 Mar 2021 17:38:48 GMT

One of the most beautiful prayers for spiritual renewal in the Bible comes from Psalm 51: “create in me a clean heart…restore to me the joy of your salvation and grant me a willing spirit to sustain me.” We will examine the practice of prayer- what it is and what it is not- in the life of the Christian.

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Prepare

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 02 Oct 2022 15:17:01 GMT

Text: Matthew 7:24-29

Jesus’ parable of the wise and foolish builders seems to suggest the inevitability of the storms of life. The rains will come, the streams will rise, and the winds will blow. But we can build our life on the rock foundation of Jesus Christ and God invites us to connect to him on a daily basis through God’s gift of faith. Our series begins with a focus on what it means to be “storm proof.”

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Sermon - Altered in God's Creativity - February 18th, 2024

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 18 Feb 2024 18:18:31 GMT

Pastor Matthew reads from Acts 2:1-13, and Pastor Peter preaches on how God invites community across nations and cultures, and leads to a shared brother and sisterhood.

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Rescue Story | Easter Sermon

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 09 Apr 2023 17:11:31 GMT

The story of Jesus’ death and resurrection is the rescue story for each and every one of us! To experience this story more fully, we invite you to join us for each act of this three-act play that is Holy Week: Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and Easter Sunday. Come and be blessed by the “Rescue Story” that brings Christ’s victory over sin and death into our lives at Easter and every day!

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Because Jesus Loves Saint and Sinner

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 20 Jun 2021 15:04:31 GMT

Text: Matthew 7: 1-14, 24-29 When we learn that we are all beggars at the mercy seat of God, we learn that the good news is, in fact, great news. Each of us is in great need of God's forgiveness and grace. But are we willing to pass that grace on to others after we ourselves have received it?

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I Will Set You Free

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 21 Aug 2022 15:09:07 GMT

Text: John 8:31-36

We are prone to respond like Jesus’ disciples to the teaching that we are slaves to sin: “we have never been slaves of anyone.” And yet, we most assuredly do sin and are in need of a Savior who has delivered on his promise to set us free from the power of sin in our lives. What will we do with this freedom from sin that Jesus has given to us?

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The New Testament

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 10 Oct 2021 16:35:51 GMT

Text: Matthew 5:17-18, John 21:24-25 Jesus said, “I didn’t come to abolish the Law and the Prophets but to fulfill them.” The story of the New Testament is the story of God’s promise fulfilled in Jesus and it’s the story of God establishing his church through the gift of the Holy Spirit. Miracles, parables, epistles, and prophesies all point us to God’s Son, Jesus Christ, who brings us new life through his birth, life, death, and resurrection.

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Message — 'The Tempter'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 15:04:57 GMT

Pastor Kristen Skare continues our Heroes & Villains series with a look at "The Tempter." Through Jesus' temptation in the wilderness, we're reminded that the enemy's goal is to make us doubt who we are and whose we are. But in Christ, we have already been named, claimed, and loved by God.

Palm Sunday Sermon — 'The Story of Love'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 16:41:37 GMT

Palm Sunday was anything but quiet. With joyful music, a palm parade, meaningful testimony, and deep reflection, we began Holy Week, celebrating the love that welcomes and reaches.

Sermon — ‘We Give (It All)’

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 30 Mar 2025 16:29:16 GMT

In Pastor Matthew's sermon this Sunday, we were encouraged to give our all in the upcoming week. We are called to follow in the footsteps of Jesus by giving our "utmost" each and every day. How can you make the world a better place, filled with care, compassion, and love this week?

Why? Series - 2nd Discussion 2/28/24

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 03 Mar 2024 18:19:34 GMT

We continue our series on "Why" questions with another panel of St. Andrew speakers answering congregational questions.

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Sharing Faith - What You Do (Week 3)

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Thu, 11 Mar 2021 01:14:37 GMT

Text: Acts 16:25-34 When love and care for others lead the way, you never know how those around us may be compelled toward the faith. Just ask the jailer who was guarding Paul and Silas in prison! God’s Spirit works through the care we offer for our neighbors.

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Sharing Faith - "What You Say" (Week 1)

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Thu, 25 Feb 2021 14:06:24 GMT

Text: 2 Timothy 4:1-5 We know that God calls us to share our faith but we often struggle with what to say, how to say it, and when to say it. Paul’s advice to Timothy is advice for all of God’s people in every time and place: “preach the Word, be prepared in season and out of season…” And I ask God to help and guide me!

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Huddle

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 17 Oct 2022 13:11:06 GMT

Text: Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

To weather the worst things in life, we not only need our Lord, but we need the strength of others around us to carry us through. We need to stick together, and we need the resiliency of our faith to help one another. When life gets bumpy, we are to help and encourage one another and be strong for those who, at the moment, are struggling. “A cord of three strands is not quickly broken.”

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What Do You Want for Christmas?

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 11 Dec 2022 17:52:02 GMT

Text: Matthew 3:1-12

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Easter Sunday - "This is Not the End"

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 04 Apr 2021 17:11:34 GMT

Celebrate Christ’s resurrection with us as we gather to worship through uplifting music and inspired preaching from Pastor Lillejord.

We gather to remember and celebrate Jesus’ Last Supper: “do this in remembrance of me.” We gather around the Table of The Lord’s Supper as our children receive their First Communion.

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Message — 'Air'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 24 Aug 2026 17:06:48 GMT

Pastor Peter’s message focused on Ezekiel’s vision of the dry bones and the power of God’s Spirit to bring life where people see only endings. He repeated the theme, “We say it’s over, but God says breathe,” reminding the congregation that whether facing grief, change, uncertainty, struggles in the church, family challenges, or personal burdens, God is not finished. Just as God breathed life into the dry bones and Christ breathed the Holy Spirit upon his followers, God continues to offer hope, renewal, strength, and new beginnings, calling us to trust that even when circumstances feel hopeless, the Spirit is still at work.

Message — 'Earth'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 03 Aug 2026 16:00:46 GMT

In this week's message, "Grounded in Creation: Earth," Pastor Kristin Skare explored Jesus' Parable of the Sower through the lens of creation and our connection to the earth. Drawing on Genesis and the experiences of ancient farmers, she reminded us that all soil plays a role in God's ecosystem of grace. The focus of the parable is not on being "good soil," but on the sower who spreads seeds abundantly and without limits. No season of life is wasted in God's hands. From dust we came, to dust we return, and through it all, God declares us very good.

Message — 'The Crowds'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 15:31:37 GMT

Pastor Peter explored the role of crowds in the story of Jesus' trial before Pilate, showing how groups of people can be forces for both good and harm. Reflecting on Pilate's failure to stand against the crowd and sharing a personal story about caring for a congregant named Lorraine, he challenged listeners to consider when they have remained silent instead of advocating for others. Ultimately, the message pointed to Jesus' grace, reminding us that faith is not about our failures but about who Christ is helping us become—people of courage, compassion, and advocacy.

Message — 'The Apostle'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:23:54 GMT

In this week's Heroes & Villains of the Bible message, Pastor Matthew explores Saul's conversion on the road to Damascus. From persecutor to apostle, Saul's story reminds us that God's grace can transform anyone and invites us to breathe in hope, courage, and the good news of Jesus.

Message — 'It's Complicated'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 27 Jul 2026 16:04:53 GMT

In Acts 10, Peter discovers that God's grace is wider than he imagined. Children, Youth, and Family Ministry Director Shawna Berg explores how the Holy Spirit challenges assumptions, crosses boundaries, and reminds us that no one is beyond God's reach. Sometimes the greatest miracle is not that people change, but that God changes what we believe is possible.

Message — 'The Crown'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 15:26:13 GMT

Pastor Peter showed us how Herod’s story revealed the danger of fear and insecurity driving a desperate grip on power. In contrast, he pointed to Jesus’ kingdom as one of compassion, courage, and abundance. Even in the face of darkness, God continued to bring hope and life, reminding us we are not defined by fear. We were invited to name our fears honestly and trust in God’s grace to lead us into a more hopeful way of living.

Message — 'The Unlikely Heroine'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 14:57:31 GMT

Pastor Kristin highlights Rahab as an unlikely heroine who refuses to accept the labels placed on her and instead claims her God-given worth. Through courage, risk, and faith, Rahab changes the course of history and becomes part of Jesus’ lineage. Her story reminds us that no one is outside God’s story. God works through those pushed to the margins and calls all people into belonging, purpose, and dignity.

Message — 'The Spirit of Vision'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 25 May 2026 07:30:00 GMT

Pastor Peter shared a message titled “The Spirit of Vision,” as we celebrated Pentecost and reflected on the birth of the Christian Church. He reminded us that God’s Spirit is still alive and active in the world today, continuing to move through us as God’s people. We were encouraged to consider how the Spirit leads us with vision, opening our awareness to the ways God is working to bring love, justice, and mercy into our lives and our communities.

Message — 'The Serpant'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 15:10:19 GMT

Pastor Matthew’s message launches our Villains and Heroes series with the serpent, showing how it twists God’s original gift of abundance into a story of restriction. Just as Adam and Eve fixate on the one forbidden tree, we too can lose sight of all we’ve been given. Through the camp message, we’re reminded that we matter, we belong, and we are deeply cared for by a God who provides generously. So we’re invited to reject the serpent’s lie and live with gratitude for the freedom and love revealed in Jesus.

Confirmation Message — 'Be the Light'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 04 May 2026 20:30:00 GMT

Children, Youth, and Family Director Shawna Berg shared the message “Be the Light” during St. Andrew’s Service of Affirmation of Baptism, celebrating over 70 confirmands from the Class of 2026. Drawing from Matthew 5:16, the service centered on baptismal promises, community support, and the call to let Christ’s light shine through our lives as we grow in faith together.

Message — 'The Extraordinary News'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 14:43:50 GMT

Pastor Kristin focused on the Emmaus road story, pointing out that Easter met the disciples not with certainty but with disappointment and the aching words, “we had hoped.” She connected their grief to the ways people still walk through loss and unmet expectations today. She emphasized that the risen Jesus showed up precisely in doubt and brokenness, often before anyone recognized him, and promised that Jesus kept coming—again and again—to those who felt worn out, grieving, or done hoping.

Message — 'Table of Restoration'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 14:33:56 GMT

We continue our sermon series “Extra” with a celebration of God’s extravagant grace that we experience every time we come to the Lord’s Supper. As our children receive their first communion, we hear from Luke’s Gospel a parable about a great banquet that is meant for all, not just a privileged few. Come and hear the Good News about a faith that welcomes- this is what the gospel is all about!

Message — 'Faith that Welcomes, Love that Reaches'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 17:04:16 GMT

We celebrated a very special Sunday at St. Andrew as we marked 50 years of ministry and highlighted our Anniversary Appeal, Faith that Welcomes, Love that Reaches. Together, we reflected on God’s faithfulness across our past, present, and future, celebrated new life through baptism, and rejoiced in worship filled with beloved hymns, choir anthems, soloists Alan Bach and Elliana Meier, and sacred dance led by Brian Evans. The celebration continued after worship with pancakes, circus performers, and joyful fellowship, as we gave thanks for all God has done—and all that is still becoming through our community.

Message — 'Walls That Divide'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Worship was led by Pastor Peter Johnson and Shawna Berg and centered on Ephesians 2, reflecting on how Christ breaks down the walls that divide us. Through the story of peaceful, candlelit protests in Leipzig that helped bring down the Berlin Wall, the message emphasized that love, mercy, and small acts of light can overcome fear and hostility, calling the church to be a place of welcome and hope for all.

Lent Message — 'Rooted in Faith'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Thu, 12 Mar 2026 19:28:20 GMT

Last night’s Lenten service was a powerful story of love. 💜

Tom Anderson—charter member and faithful servant—shared with Pastor Peter how his family’s farmland became the very ground where St. Andrew now stands. As we celebrate 50 years, we give thanks for a legacy embedded in the soil where, rooted in Christ, we continue to nurture the future of faith.

Message — 'Loving Our Neighbor in Divided Times'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 09 Mar 2026 16:04:31 GMT

Pastor Peter reflects on the Good Samaritan and a viral story about a lonely monkey named Punch to illustrate how compassion often appears from unexpected people and places. He emphasizes that labels and assumptions can prevent us from seeing one another’s humanity, yet Jesus calls us to a “gut‑level” compassion that crosses divisions. Ultimately, he urges the congregation to embody mercy and love in a divided world, just as God consistently shows such compassion toward us.

Message — 'Humble Your Heart'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 02 Feb 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Jesus teaches that real leadership is humility and service, not status. We’re called to stay curious, admit we might be wrong, and lead with love—because people recognize Christ in us by how we treat others, not by winning arguments.

Sermon — 'Be A Builder'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 26 Jan 2026 17:04:51 GMT

Pastor Peter’s sermon addressed the grief and heaviness present in the community and affirmed that God is still at work. Drawing on Jesus’ call to be salt and light, he encouraged the congregation to preserve love, practice compassion locally, and live out hope by caring for one another.

Sermon — 'First Be a Follower'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 19 Jan 2026 17:51:28 GMT

In a world full of noise, Pastor Kristen challenged us with one question: Who are you following? Through the story of Ruth and Naomi, she reminded us that real strength looks like radical hospitality, everyday love, and choosing Jesus’ way—even when it’s hard.

Christmas Sermon — 'Love Is Here'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Thu, 25 Dec 2025 02:30:50 GMT

What an unforgettable Christmas tradition! Our midafternoon services were filled with stunning music, featuring the Canticle Choir, Chamber Orchestra, and a professional string quartet, all led by Larry Bach. And the highlight? St. Andrew’s own ‘3 Tenors’; Josh Eidem, Alan Bach, and Tim Graf; bringing the house down while Pastor Peter preached about love, community, and the power of Christ connecting us all!

Lessons from Lessons & Carols

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 29 Dec 2025 18:26:23 GMT

This podcast episode consists only of Lessons from our annual Christmas service, Lessons & Carols. Visit our website, standrewlu.org/worship-archive, for the full service.

Yesterday’s service was a joyful celebration of the Christmas season with scripture, carols, and reflection woven together in a Lessons and Carols format. We heard readings, sang beloved hymns like “Lo, How a Rose E’er Blooming” and “O Little Town of Bethlehem,” and reflected on God’s promise of peace and goodwill. Beautiful music from the choir and bells, heartfelt prayers, and a closing blessing reminded us that Christ’s light shines in the darkness and calls us to share hope and love in the world.

Sermon — 'Thomas and Faithful Curiosity'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 28 Jul 2025 16:04:20 GMT

Shawna Berg, our Children, Youth, and Family Director, spoke about "Doubting Thomas" during her sermon on Sunday. Was Thomas truly doubting, or was he seeking a real encounter with the resurrected Jesus? This made her think of Ken Grosch, a warm man whose funeral she attended earlier this month. Ken, often with his daughter Gretta, used faith and humor to brighten people's lives. When asked how he was, he would respond, "I'm grateful." In a world yearning for authenticity, both Thomas's and Ken’s stories resonate. We don’t want blind faith; we seek deeper meaning. Ultimately, we all just want to feel "simply grateful."

Maundy Thursday — 'Table of Tales'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Fri, 18 Apr 2025 20:21:51 GMT

On Maundy Thursday, we are reminded of the Last Supper, where Jesus Christ provided bread and wine in remembrance of him and his unwavering love. Maundy Thursday is also celebrated for First Communion.

Sermon — ‘A Chance For Us All’

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 11 May 2025 16:08:39 GMT

This Sunday, Pastor Peter highlighted the Easter season as a time for becoming, engaging with what God is doing around us. This helps the world see the goodness, love, and grace Christ wants us to experience and share.

Message — ‘Reformed by Grace’

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 18 May 2025 15:58:21 GMT

It’s Camp Sunday! The Spirit in the Pines staff members were joyfully celebrated and commissioned for the 2025 season, and Pastor Kristin delivered an inspiring sermon about becoming untangled, reminding us to release anger, resentment, and pride so we can fully embrace God’s message of grace.

Sermon — ‘Paul, an Unlikely Preacher’

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 13 Jul 2025 16:48:21 GMT

What is forgiveness? What does it mean to forgive? How does God's message encourage us to forgive others? These questions were the focus of Pastor Kristin's message this morning. She invited us to consider how we would like God to transform our lives so that we can live in peace and love with others.

Sermon — ‘We Are Called’

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 08 Jun 2025 16:27:58 GMT

This Sunday, Pastor Matthew talked about how God calls each and every one into action, reminding us that we are called to act with courage and love so we can change the future for the better.

Sermon — 'We Walk (The Narrow Path)'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 14 Apr 2025 17:04:37 GMT

Hosanna! Holy Week is upon us, and Pastor Kristin began the Easter celebrations with palm branches in hand. Before that, Shawna Berg and Arlene Flancher (dressed as a donkey named Jackie) delivered a children's message that shared the story of Palm Sunday. After the kids exited the chancel, Pastor Kristin preached about how the narrow path can be difficult, but it leads us to great things. She encouraged everyone not to always follow the most traveled trail. Instead, have faith and follow God's guidance in all aspects of your life.

Teen Testament Talks — Interviews With Church Staff

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Thu, 13 Mar 2025 23:29:32 GMT

Members of the St. Andrew High School Leadership Team gather for their monthly discussion in this podcast episode. But wait, there's more! They also interview three members of our staff!

Sermon — ‘Is There a Limit to God’s Love?’

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 02 Mar 2025 17:32:07 GMT

Is there a limit to God's love? This question was the focus of Pastor Matthew's message today. God promises a new heaven and a new earth where we will be loved eternally. God's love is forever, beyond our imagination. Although it can be difficult for us to grasp, being reminded of this truth is rejuvenating nonetheless.

Sermon - How Do We Find God?

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 26 Jan 2025 16:30:00 GMT

Pastor Peter read from Romans 6:1-5 and John 2:1-10. Pastor Matthew then preached about God's great promise to the world. In his message, Pastor Matthew reminded us of our potential while emphasizing that Christians should follow Jesus's example by bringing goodness and mercy into the world.

Sermon - What Does God Require of Us?

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 19 Jan 2025 17:19:14 GMT

During the service, children read Micah 6:8 in Spanish and Luke 10:25-37 in English, while Pastor Peter preached how God's grace can come unexpectedly. He reminded us of the story of the Good Samaritan, emphasizing God's call for us to do good and to walk humbly together through life. When we show mercy to others, we receive it in return.

WNYG Podcast - Episode 3

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Thu, 09 Jan 2025 15:47:20 GMT

The Wednesday Night Youth Group Podcast returns for a third monthly episode.

Sermon - Who is God?

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 13 Jan 2025 15:15:07 GMT

Pastor Peter reads from the first chapter of John, and Pastor Matthew preaches on the comprehensible mystery of who God is.

Sermon - Christmas Eve

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sat, 04 Jan 2025 02:06:09 GMT

Pastor Peter preaches on the Christmas Gospel.

Sermon - Impossible Promise of Enough

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 25 Nov 2024 15:49:54 GMT

Pastor Sue reads from Deuteronomy and Matthew, and Pastor Metthew preaches.

Sermon - Impossible Promise of Resources

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 18 Nov 2024 15:53:52 GMT

Natalie, Thomas, and Reese read the passage from Exodus 35, and Pastor Sue preaches on the resources we are promised as God's people.

Sermon - "J is for Joseph"

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 16 Jun 2024 15:04:59 GMT

Pastor Peter reads the story of Joseph from the final chapter of Genesis, and Pastor Sue preaches on God's presence in difficult and unconventional family lives.

Sermon - "M is for Memory"

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 30 Jun 2024 15:10:59 GMT

Pastor Sue reads from Deuteronomy, and Pastor Matthew preaches on the virtue of memory in our lives of faith.

Sermon - Rising From Our Doubts: Shine Like Stars

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 05 May 2024 15:18:11 GMT

Pastor Peter reads from Luke and Daniel, and Pastor Sue preaches about the formative quality of camp on our camp celebration Sunday.

Sermon - Rising with Joy

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 14 Apr 2024 15:13:03 GMT

Our Easter series continues with readings from Pastor Peter and a sermon from Pastor Sue.

Sermon - "Rising to Share"

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 07 Apr 2024 16:39:21 GMT

At our Worship Young service, our Rising Strong sermon series continues with a reading from John 21, and a sermon from Pastor Sarah on the importance of sharing.

Sermon - Altered on the Edge of Belonging

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 25 Feb 2024 17:31:15 GMT

Pastor Matthew reads from Acts 8:26-40, and Pastor Sarah gives a sermon on finding belonging in the community of God and holy baptism.

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Created to Be - "The Blessing of Imperfections"

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Tue, 30 Jan 2024 20:32:05 GMT

Pastor Matthew reads from Luke, Chapter 7; Pastor Peter gives a sermon on how Jesus blesses our imperfections.

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Living With Christ

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 06 Aug 2023 15:06:54 GMT

Text: Acts 1:3-11

Our new sermon series will explore how we live with others, how we live without others, how we live with unchangeable things. But before we get to any of those topics, we begin with how we live with Christ. How do we see Jesus’ presence in our lives and in the lives of those around us? Are we able to learn to see Christ in the people and places where we never thought to look? How are we being witnesses of Jesus in this world that needs his love?

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Because We Can't

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sat, 24 Dec 2022 22:36:38 GMT

Merry Christmas! Enjoy this wonderful sermon by Pastor Lillejord, "Because We Can't"

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You Are Worthy (Affirmation of Baptism)

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 31 Oct 2022 15:04:48 GMT

We are excited to celebrate our confirmands after a season of learning, small group discussion, and relationship building.

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Stay Calm

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 24 Oct 2022 15:16:02 GMT

Text: Matthew 8:23-27

A storm can approach without warning just like it did when Jesus was out on a boat with his disciples. But Jesus is in the business of calming the storms that threaten us just as he did that day. We can stay calm because Jesus is with us. “Be still and know that I am God.”

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My Love Will Never Fail

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 28 Aug 2022 14:57:57 GMT

Text: Isaiah 54:10-13, 16-17

The circumstances that continue to rock this world leave us feeling uncertain and rattled. But God continues to speak to us in the midst of the daily torrent of heartbreaking news headlines and the harsh realities of sin and hate that seem to have the final word. The promises of God are upheld continously by God’s almighty hand and come to us like a beacon of light in the dark: “though the mountains be shaken and the hills be removed, yet my unfailing love for you will not be shaken nor my covenant of peace be removed” (Isaiah 54:10). Love wins! God’s love endures forever!

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I Will Fight For You

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 31 Jul 2022 15:13:17 GMT

Text: Exodus 14:13-14 God has our backs. As a result of this, we are not left alone to face life’s greatest struggles: “The Lord will fight for you; you need only be still” (Exodus 14:14). How has God been faithful to defend you in your life?

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Grace

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 26 Jun 2022 16:43:07 GMT

Text: Ephesians 2:1-9

What is perhaps the most important “big little word” for us Lutherans? The word “grace” cuts to the heart of our faith and teaches us about the nature of God’s love for us in a way that our hearts need to hear again and again. It’s not called “Amazing Grace” for no reason! This is most certainly true!

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God is With Us

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Thu, 17 Mar 2022 13:28:50 GMT

Text: Psalm 23:4

Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I fear no evil; for you are with me; your rod and your staff— they comfort me. God provides a ministry of presence that sees us through life’s most dark and challenging times. What does the cross of Christ teach us about God’s promise to show up in suffering?

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Fear

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 06 Mar 2022 15:57:01 GMT

Text: Ezekiel 37:1-14

Fear can hold us captive since there are so many unknowns in life as we face the future. God showed the prophet Ezekiel a vision that gives us the key to understanding life’s most fearful challenges: God is bringing about life from death and God is bringing us new life through Jesus each and every day. Our Lenten journey begins with a powerful affirmation of new life in Christ.

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God Leads Us

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Thu, 10 Mar 2022 14:28:48 GMT

Text: Psalm 23:3

God provides leadership for us that is trustworthy and true. So how then can we learn to let go of our need to set our own course and trust in God’s unfailing leadership? What does it mean to follow right paths for his name’s sake?

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God is a shepherd who provides

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Thu, 03 Mar 2022 17:12:04 GMT

Text: Psalm 23: 1-2 Although it is perhaps the most familiar of all scripture passages, Psalm 23 still has much to teach us. It offers us challenge as well as comfort and it sets the tone for this year’s Lenten focus for our entire congregation, young and old alike. What does it mean for us to recognize and celebrate how God the Shepherd provides for our every need? How are we being invited and called into a different way of living that runs counter to what our society seems to value the most?

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Forming Our Thoughts

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 06 Feb 2022 15:51:15 GMT

Text: Romans 12:1-2

Our actions and our interactions grow out of how we think and how we view the world around us. God through the Apostle Paul urges us in Romans 12 not to “conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but to be transformed by the renewing of your mind.” Join us as we learn more about our Christian calling to see the world and to form our thoughts and opinions through the lens of God’s grace.

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Making Room for the Unexpected

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 23 Jan 2022 15:57:26 GMT

Text: Exodus 3:1-5

The story of Moses and the burning bush is one that teaches us that God’s presence at any given place and time transforms ordinary moments into holy moments. Are we prepared to find that God may be at work in us and in others in the most unlikely and unexpected of circumstances?

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Joy

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 19 Dec 2021 16:09:10 GMT

Text: Luke 1:46-55

The beloved song of Mary, the Magnificat, proclaims great praise and joy at God’s coming. Jesus’ birth is truly the heart of the Christmas season and the very reason we celebrate! We hear the joy of the Lord reflected in our favorite carols and we see the joy of the Lord in the face of every child! “Joy to the world, the Lord is come!”

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Walk and Eat

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 18 Apr 2021 15:11:26 GMT

Text: Luke 24:13-32 Jesus walks by the disciples on the road, but they don't recognize him. Might we do the same? It isn't until Jesus shows who he is, sitting around a table over a meal. Join us as we celebrate Jesus revealing himself to each of us in communion and especially for the first communion students receiving this gift for the first time.

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Maundy Thursday - All You Can Eat

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Fri, 02 Apr 2021 00:57:22 GMT

We gather to remember and celebrate Jesus’ Last Supper: “do this in remembrance of me.” We gather around the Table of The Lord’s Supper as our children receive their First Communion.

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Renewing Faith - Serve (Week 5)

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 21 Mar 2021 15:07:40 GMT

A sure-fire way to feel energized in faith is to love a child of God. Jesus gives us a compelling picture of what this looks like as we serve “the least of these” brothers and sisters of his. We love and serve because Christ first loved and served us. Text: Matthew 25:34-40

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Renewing Faith - Talk (Week 4)

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 14 Mar 2021 16:40:31 GMT

Text: Acts 8:26-38

We talk so easily with others on all manner of subjects but to talk about our faith often remains a challenge. How is God equipping and empowering us by his Spirit to have real discussions with real people about matters of faith?

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God gives us a place of honor

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Thu, 24 Mar 2022 13:46:30 GMT

Text: Psalm 23:5

You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; you anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. God provides a place for us and it is a place of honor. What does the ancient world’s culture of honor and shame have to do with our life as 21st century Christians and who’s invited to that table that God prepares anyway?

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Lessons & Carols

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 01 Jan 2023 16:19:04 GMT

The story of Christ’s birth is told through scripture readings and carols woven together and interspersed with devotional offerings from our pastors.

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St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 19 Jun 2022 15:06:01 GMT

Text: Romans 12:1-2 There is always more than enough to share. But God is calling us to give of ourselves in ways that may take us out of our comfortable lives and into the lives of others. What does it mean to offer ourselves as “living sacrifices”? As we say in our offering prayer: “our selves, our time, and our possessions.”

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Livin' on a Prayer

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 29 May 2022 15:08:31 GMT

Text: John 17:20-26 We have seen in recent years the turmoil that can be caused by deep divisions in our nation and in our world. On “the other side” of this division is the unity that God brings us to through the power of his resurrection and through the Holy Spirit. Even as Christ prays for the unity of all of his people, so we are called to pray and to work for unity in the world.

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Palm Sunday

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 10 Apr 2022 15:12:48 GMT

Palm Sunday marks the beginning of Holy Week for Christians around the world. As our Sunday School children join us in worship with palm branches and shouts of “hosanna,” we hear together the story of Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem and we see how events will turn that lead Jesus toward the cross of Calvary—for us and for our salvation. Christians today still need to raise our voices in singing hosanna—“Lord, save us!”

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We Respond in Faith

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Thu, 07 Apr 2022 13:41:01 GMT

Palm Sunday marks the beginning of Holy Week for Christians around the world. As our Sunday School children join us in worship with palm branches and shouts of “hosanna,” we hear together the story of Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem and we see how events will turn that lead Jesus toward the cross of Calvary—for us and for our salvation. Christians today still need to raise our voices in singing hosanna—“Lord, save us!”

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Everlasting Arms

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 08 May 2022 15:16:12 GMT

This mortal life has been called “the vale of tears” as it brings us many trials and tribulations. Is there something better for us on “the other side”? According to Jesus who comes to us as our Risen Savior, there most assuredly is eternal life that we can experience both now and after we die. This is most certainly true!

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Our Walk

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 21 May 2023 17:00:44 GMT

Text: Luke 24: 13-35 We may very well ask how disciples could travel the road to Emmaus with Jesus and not recognize him. But the simple truth is that Jesus walks with us every day and comes to us in many ways that we fail to recognize! Nevertheless Jesus makes himself known in many and various ways. Sometimes we notice Jesus right away. Other times, it takes awhile.

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Message — 'Sing for Joy'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 18 May 2026 15:12:59 GMT

We gathered in joyful worship to celebrate the gift of music and the faithful service of those who lead us in song. Through scripture, a children’s message, and a meaningful sermon from Pastor Kristin Skare, we were reminded that music is deeply woven into our faith—helping us express every emotion and draw closer to God. With choirs, instrumentalists, and congregational singing, this service highlighted how all creation is called to “praise the Lord.” We give thanks for the many voices and hearts that make our worship a living song of gratitude and hope.

Guarding Our Hearts

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 13 Feb 2022 17:25:03 GMT

Text: Philippians 4:4-7

The message of “fear not” appears like a reassuring refrain throughout the scriptures. God knows our hearts and his eternal promise to us is that “the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.” We explore together how God’s Spirit leads us to trade our anxieties for a heart that trusts and rejoices in all times and seasons.

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Lent Message — Rooted and Renewed

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 21:15:04 GMT

When it comes to the church’s ministry, we do not always know what the future holds. Yet we trust that God’s Spirit continues to lead and renew the mission of the Christian community in surprising and meaningful ways.

Tim and Jan Maudlin have witnessed the unfolding story of St. Andrew across many seasons, serving in a variety of leadership roles — including Jan’s faithful accompaniment of the Canticle Choir for more than 30 years. Today, that same Spirit is opening a new chapter through Church Anew, a ministry that extends St. Andrew’s witness beyond our walls, supporting and encouraging Christian leaders around the world.

Anger

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 11 Jun 2023 16:35:57 GMT

Text: Matthew 5:21-26

God’s Word provides us with solid reasoning on the importance of settling our differences with others. The God of peace asks us to be reconciled with our brothers and sisters even before we come before the Lord in worship. Wasn’t it peace that Jesus was showing us in his death on the cross? How is God calling us to transform our anger into something life-giving before we do and say things that we later regret?

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The Light of the World | Christmas Eve Sermon

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Fri, 24 Dec 2021 20:13:07 GMT

Join us to celebrate the birth of Jesus this Christmas Eve!

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Making Room for Jesus

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 02 Jan 2022 16:10:54 GMT

Text: Luke 2:4-7

The story begins with Mary and Joseph getting ready for the birth of Jesus and not finding room at the inn. In the crowded busyness of our lives, do we turn away the Savior as well or can we learn to make room for the Prince of Peace in our lives- even when his presence makes demands of us?

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Making Room for Restoration

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 30 Jan 2022 15:56:31 GMT

Text: Revelation 21:1-5

Our lives sometimes take us to places that feel like dead ends but God is a God who is always bringing us good news and new beginnings: “See how I am making all things new.” God isn’t finished with creation yet and his mercies are new for us each day. How does our Christian faith give us a lens to see how God is at work around us?

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Making Room For Self

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 09 Jan 2022 15:57:15 GMT

Text: Luke 5:12-16

Our Lord sets an example for us even as we go about the business of caring for others: to go off to a lonely place to pray. Do we allow room in our lives for the quiet and self-care we need in order to be our best for those around us?

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Love

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 12 Dec 2021 16:15:15 GMT

Text: Song of Songs 8:6-7a, 1 John 4:7-8

Too often we have seen our faith rejected by the world when Christians act without love. Our call as Christians is to reflect the God who not only shows us love but who is love. The Word became flesh in the person of Jesus Christ and the Word becomes flesh in tremendous ways when we, God’s people, live out our faith in everyday life.

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Peace

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 05 Dec 2021 16:10:17 GMT

Text: Isaiah 2:1-5

Christ’s coming as the Prince of Peace teaches us about God’s heart and God’s desire for us to live in peace. How are we called in this present age to “beat our swords into ploughshares” as we make a statement for peace through humble service to our neighbors?

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7 Tiny Things - Communication (Week 3)

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Wed, 03 Feb 2021 16:41:01 GMT

Text: 1 Corinthians 12:31b-13:1. More words do not always make for better communication. The Apostle Paul teaches us that, without love, our communication may only amount to a noisy gong or a clanging cymbal. God often gives us the right words at the right time to leave a lasting impression on people. The term we hear so often in church, benediction, literally means “good words.” May our communication with others leave a blessing behind that lingers far beyond our interactions.

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Just like Jesus

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 16 May 2021 16:59:39 GMT

Text: John 17:6-19 The gospel for Easter’s seventh Sunday is always taken from the long prayer Jesus prays for his followers in John’s gospel on the night before his death, and always includes Jesus’ desire that his followers will be one as he and the Father are one. This oneness is not mere doctrinal agreement or institutional unity, but mutual abiding, interpenetrating life, mutual love, and joy. This oneness is the work of the Spirit whom we have received but also await. Come, Holy Spirit!

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7 Tiny Things - Work (Week 1)

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Tue, 02 Feb 2021 22:49:13 GMT

Text: Matthew 25:14-30. When we are faithful in the small things in life, we are on our way to becoming trusted with the larger things. This principle of Jesus applies to us in the workplace, but in the rest of life also. The small things in life matter and God can help us do great things from small beginnings.

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Why? Series - 3rd Discussion 3/6/24

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Thu, 07 Mar 2024 18:17:21 GMT

Pastor Sarah, Pastor Peter, Shawna Berg, and Caleb Wragge field more congregational questions during another evening of casual Lenten worship.

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Forgiveness

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 15 Aug 2021 14:59:49 GMT

Text: John 21:15-17 Forgiveness is hard. But Christians have the best role model imaginable in the person of Jesus. What's the point of forgiveness if it doesn't happen authentically enough for relationships to grow and thrive from that point forward? Peter learns that forgiveness from Jesus comes with a bonus: a reinstated measure of trust that helps to heal the relationship. What does this mean for us as people who need to both give and receive forgiveness?

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7 Tiny Things - Spirituality (Week 2)

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Wed, 03 Feb 2021 16:27:14 GMT

Text: Mark 4:30-34. Jesus teaches us that small things matter and our faith can grow through God’s Spirit working in us. From the smallest of beginnings, like the mustard seed, our faith can grow into a mighty tree that provides a place of sanctuary and rest for all those in our lives that need a place of shelter.

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Generosity

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 22 Aug 2021 15:05:46 GMT

Text: Acts 2:42-47 In a time when so many people are experiencing such profound divisions, loneliness, and isolation, God’s gift of community is needed more than ever. The story of the early church paints a compelling picture of what “doing life” together can look like and reinforces the need for a deeper experience of community that is so elusive today as social media gives a false sense of community in many ways.

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Interview - P is for Peter

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Tue, 27 Aug 2024 19:36:46 GMT

In this special episode of the podcast, Peter sits down with Sam Jacobson for an interview celebrating Pastor Peter's ministry and call as the new senior pastor of St. Andrew. Prefaced by Pastor Peter's speech at the Special Congregational Meeting.

This is My Commandment

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 09 May 2021 15:06:02 GMT

Text: John 15:9-17 This Sunday’s image of the life the risen Christ shares with us is the image of friendship. We are called to serve others as Jesus came to serve; but for John’s gospel, the image of servanthood is too hierarchical, too distant, to capture the essence of life with Christ. Friendship captures the love, the joy, the deep mutuality of the relationship into which Christ invites us. The Greeks believed that true friends are willing to die for each other. This is the mutual love of Christian community commanded by Christ and enabled by the Spirit.

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Jesus, a New Jonah

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Thu, 30 Mar 2023 12:59:34 GMT

Jonah is the ironic foil to every other human and non-human character in the book–all of whom obey God without question or protest. In Matt 8:23-27, Jesus exemplifies peace 4 of 5 in the thick of disruption. Disruptions have a way of exposing things that are otherwise buried beneath the surface. The onset of a violent storm lays bare the disciples’ lack of trust. But it also simultaneously exposes Jesus for who he is: the Lord of creation who stops the storm and saves his followers.

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Hope

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 05 Sep 2021 16:41:45 GMT

Text: Romans 12:9-12 God, through the Gospel of Jesus Christ, has given us ample reason to be “joyful in hope, patient in affliction, and faithful in prayer.” As we wrap up our series, we examine Christian hope that is firmly rooted not in mere optimism that denies the reality of contemporary problems but in the truth of God’s love for us and for the all the world; a truth that changes everything.

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7 Tiny Things - Home (Week 4)

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Wed, 03 Feb 2021 16:49:06 GMT

Text: Deuteronomy 6:4-9. The simplest and smallest reminders of God’s great love for us can make a difference in our homes. God’s statutes are there for us to make a real difference in our lives so “write them on the doorframes of your houses and on your gates.”

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Renewing Faith - Monitor (Week 1)

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 21 Feb 2021 17:46:24 GMT

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Start Right Here

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 12 Sep 2021 17:08:20 GMT

Text: Joshua 24:14-15 Like Jake and Elwood in the classic movie "The Blues Brothers", we are "putting the band back together." And we, the church, like Jake and Elwood, are "on a mission from God." Join us on this first of three Rally Sundays where we will explore and celebrate all that St. Andrew has to offer this fall and beyond!

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Vocation

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 08 Aug 2021 15:10:00 GMT

Text: Ephesians 4:1-3 Being a difference maker on this earth starts with the acknowledgement that God has called and gifted us all uniquely to play an important role in the kingdom of God. What does it mean for us to live a life worthy of the calling that we have received from God?

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Because Jesus is... To Me

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 25 Jul 2021 15:01:37 GMT

Text: Luke 9:18-21 We have explored many aspects of the person of Jesus Christ. The last may be the most important: “But what about you?” Jesus asks, “Who do you say that I am?” We examine how our faith, personal but not private, informs our Christian identity and shapes who we are as followers of Jesus.

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Because Jesus is Relationship

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 18 Jul 2021 16:40:04 GMT

Text: Luke 18:15-17 When the disciples tried to stop people from bringing their children to Jesus, Jesus responded with these words: “let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them…” When we see the truth that all people are God’s children, what can we do to foster relationship with them and how do we bring them to the Savior in meaningful ways? What does Jesus mean when he says we are to receive the kingdom of God like a little child?

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Just like That

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 24 May 2021 20:22:21 GMT

Text: John 15:26-27, 16:4b-15 Fifty days after Easter, we celebrate the outpouring of the Holy Spirit on Pentecost. Crossing all boundaries that would separate us, the Spirit brings the wideness of God’s mercy to places we least expect it—to a crowd of strangers of different lands and tongues, to dry bones, to our weak hearts. Jesus promises his disciples that they will be accompanied by the Holy Spirit, and that this Spirit reveals the truth. We celebrate that we too have been visited with this same Spirit. Guided by the truth, we join together in worship, and then disperse to share the fullness of Christ’s love with the world.

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Because Jesus is Light

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 12 Jul 2021 13:56:45 GMT

Text: Matthew 4:12-17 In times of great turbulent change, we need the comfort of the Gospel more than ever. We have seen great darkness in recent times but we focus the eyes of our hearts on this good news: “on those living in the land of the shadow of death a light has dawned.” Jesus teaches us to live out the greatest commandment by his example and he is there to catch us when we fall. Can we ever “fall from grace” if grace is always there to catch us?

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Because Jesus Knows Your Heart

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 27 Jun 2021 15:02:42 GMT

Text: Matthew 6:19-34

Jesus knows our needs, our fears, and our worries. But more importantly, he points us to the gift of faith as the antidote to all of our anxieties. Jesus, who knows our hearts, points us to God’s faithfulness to each of us and backs up his promises with his eternal presence and care.

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Sermon - Altered in Witness - Ash Wednesday

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 18 Feb 2024 18:15:39 GMT

Pastor Sarah reads from Psalms and the book of Acts, and Pastor Peter preaches on the power of vulnerability and how God makes us a witness to God's healing and purpose.

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Authentic Life

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 01 Oct 2023 15:11:03 GMT

Text: Psalm 139:1-3, 7-10 New Mobile Friendly Bulletins Isn’t it nice to be around dear friends where we can “just be ourselves.” What is at our core? Do we even know? If so, do we approve or are we on the fence when it comes to an authentic life? The Lord, who searches us and knows us, is calling us to life an authentic life that is rooted in God’s love so that we can serve and lift up others.

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Hope

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 29 Nov 2021 22:18:56 GMT

Text: Isaiah 64:1-9, Mark 1:1-8

When we light a candle, we say “no” to the darkness: this is the essence of hope. The prophet Isaiah and John the Baptist both remind us in their own way that God will rend the heavens and come down to us and that he comes to be the very Light of the World for all of us who need real hope.

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Try doing that...

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 02 May 2021 17:20:40 GMT

Text: John 15:1-8 This Sunday’s image of how the risen Christ shares his life with us is the image of the vine. Christ the vine and we the branches are alive in each other, in the mystery of mutual abiding described in the gospel and the first letter of John. Baptism makes us a part of Christ’s living and life-giving self and makes us alive with Christ’s life. As the vine brings food to the branches, Christ feeds us at his table. We are sent out to bear fruit for the life of the world.

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"Created to Be: A New Work Week"

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 11 Feb 2024 17:48:14 GMT

Pastor Sarah reads from the book of Mark, and Pastor Matthew preaches on the importance of the Sabbath to our work week.

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Lost Cause

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 26 Mar 2023 15:01:08 GMT

Part of our Lenten journey involves us looking with honesty at our own sin and our need for redemption. Before the events of Good Friday unfold, Peter is overcome by fear and denies knowing Jesus. How do our own fears get in the way us following Jesus? Is the cause of Jesus’ ministry a lost cause? Is Peter a lost cause? Are we a lost cause or are there perhaps events coming in the week ahead that wipe out all the pain of the past?

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Warts and All

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 08 Oct 2023 15:13:31 GMT

Text: Luke 7:36-47 The mark of our most meaningful relationships is that the person sees us at our worst and loves us anyway. The same is certainly true of Jesus, who knows everything about us and still loves us fiercely. When we understand this, it leads us to love more deeply and to receive Jesus’ love with overflowing gratitude and praise.

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Palm Sunday

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 28 Mar 2021 15:03:00 GMT

Holy Week’s incredible story begins on Palm Sunday when Jesus entered the Holy City “for us and for our salvation.” Music by Tim Graf, Larry Bach, Matthew Ian Fleming, Josh Eidem, Jodi Edstrom, and Corwin Holk.

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Success

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 18 Jun 2023 16:55:05 GMT

Text: Luke 12:13-21 Success can be a double-edged sword. Even while God is equipping us to “do all things through Christ who strengthens [us],” Jesus warns us that “life does not consist in the abundance of possessions.” How do we measure our success and have we ever “arrived” or does God call us to deeper purposes than success as our world defines it? New to St. Andrew? Click here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://standrewlu.org/about/visitors/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Love People

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 21 Nov 2021 16:06:53 GMT

Text: Luke 10:25-37

Our storytelling Savior gives us a parable that is packed with meaning and shows us the essence of Christian love. We focus today on how compassion for others can be the driving force that ultimately brings meaning and purpose into our own lives even as we touch others. How are to be “good Samaritans” in this time and place and how does St. Andrew’s story of mission and ministry intersect with our own?

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Because Jesus is Love

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 06 Jun 2021 16:38:29 GMT

Text: 1 John 4:7-12 “God’s love was revealed to us in this way: God sent his only Son into the world so that we might live through him” (1 John 4:9). If we want to know what love is and what it looks like, we begin by looking at and learning from the source of all earthly love that has come to us directly from God: the person of Jesus Christ.

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Having Two I's

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 25 Apr 2021 14:56:43 GMT

Text: Psalm 23, John 10:11-18 - The image of the good shepherd shows us how the risen Christ brings us to life. It is the relation ship between the shepherd and the sheep, one of mutual knowledge and love, that gives the shepherd authority. The shepherd's willingness to lay down his life for the sheep shows his love. John Illustrates what it means to lay down our lives for one another by the example of sharing our wealth with any sibling in need.

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Faithful and Unfinished

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Thu, 23 Mar 2023 12:56:14 GMT

In this world, all of us are unfinished. Every vocational responsibility we have– to our family, friends, neighbors, creation–represents an opportunity to grow in love, excellence, and faithfulness. We do not undertake that effort alone. God accompanies us, helping us each step of the way to see others as God does–to see Nineveh, not through the lens of spite and anger, but rather of compassion and mercy.

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Fortunate Thomas, Fortunate Us

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Tue, 13 Apr 2021 18:54:21 GMT

The Easter season is a week of weeks, seven Sundays when we play in the mystery of Christ’s presence, mostly through the glorious Gospel of John. Today we gather with the disciples on the first Easter, and Jesus breathes the Spirit on us. With Thomas we ask for a sign, and Jesus offers us his wounded self in the broken bread. From frightened individuals we are transformed into a community of open doors, peace, forgiveness, and material sharing such that no one among us is in need.

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Sharing Faith - In All Things: When in Doubt, Be Kind! (Week 5)

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Thu, 25 Mar 2021 00:27:08 GMT

Text: 1 Peter 3:15-16

The old song says it best: “and they’ll know we are Christians by our love.” When we give the reason for the hope that we have, we do this with “gentleness and respect” (1 Peter 3:15) as the Spirit of God works through us to nurture faith in the hearts of all who are touched by God’s love and care through us.

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Prayer Will Change Your Life

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 22 Jan 2023 15:54:23 GMT

Jesus – the only perfect person the world has ever known – would often just off by himself and pray. Here he was – God in the flesh and he felt the need to go and ask for help. Simply put, if he needed help – we’re gonna need a whole lot of help – like – all day – every day!

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Lost Son

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 19 Mar 2023 15:06:58 GMT

Text: Luke 15:11-31 In Jesus’ most famous and poignant parable, we see how a wayward son is welcomed home by a father who has never stopped waiting, watching, and loving. There is a place at the “welcome home” banquet for each of us as we celebrate the Lord’s Supper and remember Christ’s sacrifice: given and shed for you.

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Remembering...

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 22 May 2022 15:08:47 GMT

Text: John 14:23-29

Just like Jesus’ disciples, we are often faced with fears and feelings of being abandoned by God. Jesus reminds us of the promise of the Holy Spirit and we are given the assurance that on “the other side” of these fears, God has given us a peace that is like nothing that the world can offer us.

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All My Children

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 17 Oct 2021 15:10:42 GMT

Text: 1 Corinthians 12: 12-19, 27, Colossians 3:12-14 In spite of all our differences, God has made us one body and calls us to live in peace and unity. How is God inviting us not only to tolerate but actually to celebrate the differences among us even as we are called to go and make disciples of all nations?

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God in the Depths of Chaos

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Thu, 09 Mar 2023 13:50:45 GMT

Luther’s theology of the cross teaches us to look for God in the midst of suffering–not only the suffering of Christ on the cross but also the suffering of God’s children in this world. God meets us with a word of hope in the fire (Daniel 3), in broken heartedness (Ps 34:18), and in death itself (Jonah 3). In these places we learn one of the most basic but crucial lessons of faith: to cry out for help to a God who is good and tenderhearted.

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Community

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Thu, 02 Sep 2021 20:21:06 GMT

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Thursday Night Dinner

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Fri, 07 Apr 2023 00:30:24 GMT

Jesus brings us together to become one body, united through the bread and wine of the Lord’s Supper. On Maundy Thursday (“commandment” Thursday), we remember the new commandment that Jesus gives us to love one another, and we celebrate Holy Communion along with our children who receive their First Communion. The “Rescue Story” of our salvation through Jesus’ sacrificial death on the cross begins here. Join us for Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and Easter worship as we experience together the Passion and Resurrection of our Lord Jesus.

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Over-Commitment

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 20 Mar 2022 15:06:12 GMT

Text: Luke 14:15-24 The Christian faith brings words of challenge to us as well as words of comfort. When our schedules are filled to the brim with commitments but we leave little room for the things that Jesus calls us to do, Jesus reminds us of our true priorities through a parable that speaks to our over-scheduled modern lives. Jesus taught us a prayer that can direct us as we order our lives and our priorities: “thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven.”

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A Starry Night

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 28 May 2023 14:48:53 GMT

John 20:19-23

“A Starry Night.” John’s Gospel gives us a picture of the disciples who were locked away in fear after the death of Jesus. But Jesus breathed on them and gave them the gift of the Holy Spirit along with the words, “peace be with you.” How is Jesus calling each of us to move from fear into peace? Come and celebrate Pentecost with us as we look at the peace of God that surpasses all understanding.

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Ash Wednesday Message — 'Love Always'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Tue, 24 Feb 2026 22:11:26 GMT

Last week at Ash Wednesday, Director of Children, Youth, and Family Shawna Berg reminded us that “love always" begins again. As a community, we named what’s heavy, received ashes and blessing, and were sent with the hope that in a world of chaos and routine, God’s renewing love always begins again.

Starting tomorrow (Feb. 24, 2026), we'll continue our discussion of "Love in a Divided World" with Pastor Kristin Skare. All Lenten services will be available on Thursdays as a podcast episode, just like our Sunday services. Tune in and share!

3rd Best Gift

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 15 May 2023 14:52:13 GMT

Text: John 14:15-31

Jesus may be getting ready to leave his disciples at his ascension into heaven, but he promises them and us that he doesn’t leave us as orphans. The promise of the Holy Spirit for all who follow Jesus is truly the gift that keeps on giving. Without the Spirit who is given to us in our baptisms, there would be no gift of faith for us!

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Living Without Others

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 20 Aug 2023 15:07:44 GMT

Text: Ruth 1:1-5

At some point in our lives, we will be faced with the loss of loved ones that completely change our lives and maybe even our circumstances forever. The story of Ruth and Naomi gives us a moving narrative about how to surround those who experience the deep grief of loss and even lead us to find hope, courage, and the community that sustains us. Let’s trust the larger story in our lives - we are always in God’s loving hands no matter what.

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Message — 'Take Up the Towel'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 16 Feb 2026 16:46:31 GMT

Pastor Kristin reminded us that real leadership looks nothing like power or status—it looks like kneeling. Using Jesus washing the disciples’ feet, she showed how love requires stepping into discomfort, not away from it. She challenged us to choose service over self‑interest and pointed to our community’s recent acts of generosity as proof that we can bring heaven to earth when we lead with humility.

Sermon — ‘Rejoice’

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 22 Dec 2025 17:00:01 GMT

This week’s message from Luke 1:46-55 reminded us that Mary’s Magnificat is more than a song of praise—it is a declaration of hope and resistance in a weary world. Pastor Peter shared that joy does not wait for perfect circumstances; it shows up in the middle of hardship as a gift from God. Like Mary and Elizabeth, we are called to pause, notice God’s faithfulness, and rejoice even when life feels overwhelming. As Kate Bowler writes, “Joy doesn’t wait for the cleanup crew… Joy shows up in the middle of things as grace, a glimmer, a gift.”

Sermon - God's Family Tree

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 08 Sep 2024 15:20:47 GMT

Pastor Matthew reads a prayer from Ephesians and a story from Mark, and Pastor Peter preaches about what home means to us as people of faith.

Sermon - S is for Shipwreck

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 04 Aug 2024 15:13:25 GMT

Pastor Peter reads, and Pastor Sue preaches.

Sermon - Rising One Step at a Time

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 21 Apr 2024 15:22:33 GMT

Pastor Sue reads a story from the gospel of Luke, and Pastor Peter preaches.

Sermon — 'The Return of Faithful Imagination'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 04 May 2025 16:08:38 GMT

May the fourth be with you, and also with you! Resident Star-Wars Fan Pastor Matthew Fleming celebrated Star-Wars Day with a thought-provoking sermon about dreams, callings, and purpose.

Sermon - The True Vine

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 22 Sep 2024 15:17:14 GMT

Pastor Sue reads from Psalm 1 and the Gospel of John, and Pastor Peter preaches on the connections that bind us as a community of faithful people.

Why? Series - 1st Discussion - 2/21/24

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Tue, 27 Feb 2024 18:34:14 GMT

During an evening of casual worship, Pastor Pater, Pastor Sarah, Shawna Berg, and Pastor Matthew field questions from the congregation around the theme of "Why?"

Saying No Will Change Your Life

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 12 Feb 2023 17:41:23 GMT

Luke 4:1-13

Perhaps our lives, every once in a while, would benefit from an audit. How do we spend our time? Are we efficient? Are we doing what we have been called to do? How much of what we do is an old habit or the result of feeling like we’re stuck? The point this week will be: thinking about the things that we do or focus on that doesn’t bring joy and goodness into our lives. And also, when we say nothing no to something and get rid of it – there’s some new space for a good and joy-giving YES!

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Feeding Our Souls

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 27 Feb 2022 15:58:56 GMT

Text: Matthew 11:28-30

Throughout this series, we have focused thus far on our thoughts, our hearts, and our relationships. Now we turn to turn to Jesus’ promise that “all who are weary and burdened” (and who isn’t?) will find rest for our souls in him. How is Jesus, the Bread of Life, feeding our souls and bringing about this rest for us and is it perhaps right in front of us in ways that we fail to recognize?

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Message — 'Water

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 15:34:14 GMT

In Water, Pastor Matthew explores Jesus' invitation to receive Living Water that renews, restores, and sustains us. Discover how God's love fills our deepest needs and flows through us to impact those around us. Listen now.

Message — 'A Legacy That Reaches'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 11 May 2026 16:27:47 GMT

Pastor Matthew shared how faith is passed down through generations—especially through mothers and the women in our lives. On Mother’s Day, he reminded us that their love, courage, and witness shape our faith, and we’re called to carry that legacy forward.

Good Friday — 'Love is Finished?'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Fri, 03 Apr 2026 19:54:59 GMT

The Story of Love continues with the dark events that shook the world and tore the temple curtain. Jesus is crucified to demonstrate God’s great love for all of us. We remember that it is always darkest before dawn. We have two opportunities for worship:

Message — 'A House Divided'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 02 Mar 2026 17:18:55 GMT

Pastor Matthew’s sermon explains Jesus challenges fear, division, and misunderstanding—even from his own family and religious leaders—by showing that God’s work is rooted in unity and love, not control or accusation. The message emphasizes that followers of Jesus are called to reject forces that divide people and instead live out courageous, forgiving love as the true way to heal a divided world.

Sermon — 'Resilient'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 12 Oct 2025 16:16:37 GMT

This week, we looked at what it means to stand on the edge of God’s promises as we consider the promised land—or the possibility of wandering for 40 years. We learned from the story of God’s people that His promises are not just goals; they give us the strength to persevere. God promises to support us, helping us to be strong in all situations.

Sermon — 'We Pray (In Secret)'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 23 Mar 2025 15:02:00 GMT

In Pastor Kristin's latest sermon, she reminded us that we should approach God as a child would approach a beloved parent to pray. She emphasized that Jesus invites us to pray because prayer transforms us. When we are moved this way, we become empowered to create genuine positive change in the world.

Sermon — 'We love (everyone)'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 16 Mar 2025 15:08:12 GMT

Pastor Peter preached about love this Sunday. During his sermon, he invited us to share our stories with our neighbors and listen to theirs to better understand each other. There is so much more to people’s lives than we are aware of. Let's work together to cultivate a beloved community — in Christ.

Sermon - A Call to Worship

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sat, 04 Jan 2025 02:04:27 GMT

Pastor Sue preaches.

Sermon - God is Good

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 04 Nov 2024 15:39:01 GMT

On All Saints' Sunday, Shawna Berg reads from Revelation and Pastor Peter gives the message.

Sermon - "L is for Laodicea"

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 11 Aug 2024 15:06:53 GMT

Pastor Sue reads from Revelation, and Pastor Peter preaches on how we raise the temperature of faith as a community.

Sermon - "D is for Deliverance"

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 21 Jul 2024 16:49:21 GMT

Pastor Sue reads from the second chapter of Exodus, and Pastor Matthew preaches on the power of God who delivers.

Sermon - Rising from our Fears

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 28 Apr 2024 15:16:02 GMT

Pastor Sue reads from John's 20th chapter, and Pastor Matthew preaches on the role fear plays in our lives of faith.

Sermon - Palm Sunday, "Only in Jerusalem"

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 24 Mar 2024 15:12:46 GMT

Pastor Sue reads from the 19th chapter of Luke, and Pastor Matthew preaches on God's presence in a world of constant change, yearning for salvation.

Sermon - Altered by Disruption

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 10 Mar 2024 16:46:31 GMT

Pastor Sue reads from Acts' tenth chapter, and Pastor Peter gives a message on how the spirit pushes wide the walls of belonging.

Having an Open Heart will Change Your Life

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 15 Jan 2023 16:16:03 GMT

By a certain age, many of us have formed quite strong thoughts, feelings, and opinions about most things and a lot of people. In all candor, it is best for us to, each and every day, enter the world with an open heart – giving all people a chance to surprise and impress us. Many times our preconceived notions about things and/or people adversely affect our live with others and the world at large.

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Rely

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 09 Oct 2022 14:59:48 GMT

Text: Jonah 2:1-10

We often see the best in humanity (and perhaps also the worst) when storms challenge a community – first responders and humanitarians right alongside price gougers and swindlers. Human beings, it turns out, are not the most reliable creatures. In the Bible, Jonah doesn’t trust God’s advice and fails to follow it, but ultimately he relies on God’s goodness because God is good all the time. While wind and rain and the storms of life will toss us about, we can trust that God will hold us up and save us from the pits we fall into.

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Go

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 25 Sep 2022 15:09:33 GMT

Text: John 20:19-22 (Key verse- John 20:21)

“As the Father has sent me, so I am sending you.” We are fed by God’s Word when we gather together in his name but it’s also important to know that when we leave this place, the risen Lord goes with us and before us. To protect, guide, fortify, and sustain us. We are motivated by God’s love to take that love out into the world that needs to hear the Good News!

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Uncorking Grace

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 04 Sep 2022 15:04:55 GMT

The first recorded miracle of Jesus’ ministry happened at a wedding in Cana of Galilee. When Jesus turns water into wine, he not only saves a family from potential shame and embarrassment, but he also sets a pattern for all future miracles: to point people to the larger miracles that are performed each day by God the Father as water is continually turned to wine through the rains that come to nourish the vineyards. Jesus shows that he cares about the details of our lives as he showers us with unexpected blessings of the finest vintage!

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I Will Strengthen the Weary

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 24 Jul 2022 15:09:13 GMT

Text: Exodus 14:13-14

God has our backs. As a result of this, we are not left alone to face life’s greatest struggles: “The Lord will fight for you; you need only be still” (Exodus 14:14). How has God been faithful to defend you in your life?

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Worth

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 04 Apr 2022 13:50:48 GMT

Text: Luke 7:36-50

As we conclude our series, we take a look at the topic of worth. Do we ever, even subconsciously, assign more worth to some people than to others- including ourselves? Jesus is all about showing us the value of each person and this is shown beautifully in the story of a sinful woman who responds to Jesus with genuine worship. We are taught throughout the scriptures that Jesus deals tenderly with the outcast, with the underdog, with those whom society has written off or rejected. As we approach Holy Week, we realize that God has shown us the true value of every child of God through the cross of Jesus: worth the cost of my Son’s life.

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The Bible Said There Would Be Days Like These | All Saints' Day

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 08 Nov 2021 14:06:53 GMT

Romans 8:38-39

This Sunday marks a special time in the church year when we remember those loved ones who have received their eternal rest in heaven with our Lord. Candles are lit in the memory of departed saints and our music and preaching combine to tell the story of the reason for our eternal hope in Christ. The Canticle Choir and Chamber Choir join together with orchestra to perform portions of contemporary composer Michael John Trotta’s “Light Shines in the Darkness.”

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Because Jesus is Blessing

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 04 Jul 2021 16:59:09 GMT

Text: Matthew 5:1-20 Now more than ever, the world is in need of seeing our human condition through the lens of faith. Jesus taught us, through the beatitudes, not only how deeply blessed we are but what God is continuing to bring about in this world as we walk with him day by day. In Jesus’ incredible sermon on the mount, the world is turned not upside-down but “right side-up” as we learn to view all things through the lens of faith.

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Because Jesus Sees Possibilities

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 13 Jun 2021 14:54:43 GMT

Text: Matthew 13:24-35 Jesus sees what we cannot always see: the great potential within all of us as we grow together in God’s garden. It is not up to us to determine which of us are wheat and which are weeds. God does not give up on any of us! Nurtured in the right conditions, like the mustard seed, God brings about growth and life and vitality in and through us (and sometimes even in spite of us and our weaknesses)!

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Now More Than Ever (Ash Wednesday)

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Thu, 18 Feb 2021 16:35:58 GMT

Since ancient times Ash Wednesday is a time for reflection and humble repentance - a reminder that we are all sinners, death is real and the Resurrection Day is coming. All are welcome to let the Lord use the ashes of your past to create in you a clean heart and a new life in him.

Sermon — ‘Mary Magdalene, a Much-Maligned Disciple’

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 20 Jul 2025 15:38:18 GMT

Pastor Peter spoke of Mary Magdalene today, recounting how she was the first to witness the resurrected Jesus. However, many people doubted her when she shared that her Lord had returned. Pastor Peter shared this woman’s story, along with other touching tales, to remind us that witnessing God can occur in unexpected and surprising ways. How can we follow these women's examples and cultivate empathy and compassion in our own lives? How can we nurture the future of faith and live in God’s Grace in our daily lives?

Lent Message — Built on Rock

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Thu, 19 Mar 2026 16:00:00 GMT

In this Lenten message from our Love in a Divided World series, Dan Kibat shared how faith can be shaken—and reshaped—through personal loss and uncertainty. Reflecting on his time at Spirit in the Pines and upon Jesus’ words about building on solid ground, we were reminded that God meets us even when our foundations feel broken.

Message — 'Unity without Uniformity'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:28:01 GMT

Guest Preacher Joe Davis reminded us that although we’re all different, we belong to one body in Christ. Using Paul’s message in 1 Corinthians 12, he emphasized that when one person suffers, the whole community feels it—and healing happens when we honor and care for every member, especially those who are hurting or overlooked. His message invited us to see each other’s worth, celebrate our differences, and live out a love that heals and unites.

Sermon — 'We Are Just Kids With a Calling'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 12 Jan 2026 17:09:01 GMT

Pastor Matthew reminded us that God’s call often comes quietly, like Samuel hearing his name in the night. In a world chasing power, true leadership starts with listening and serving. We’re all invited to lean in, pay attention, and live as people who are “just kids with a calling.”

Podcast - Wednesday Night Youth Group, Episode 2

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Thu, 05 Dec 2024 17:20:59 GMT

Caleb Wragge and some of the High School Leadership team talk about their coat drive and more on this second episode of the Wednesday Night Youth Group Podcast.

Sermon - A Call to Holiness

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 09 Dec 2024 16:05:46 GMT

Pastor Peter reads from Psalms and Matthew, and Pastor Matthew preaches on the roots of faith.

Interview - Pastor Matthew on Publication Day

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Tue, 01 Oct 2024 16:42:32 GMT

It's publication day for Pastor Matthew's new book, The End is the Beginning. He and Sam Jacobson sit down for a conversation on Revelation and creativity.

Sermon - The Power of Love

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 15 Sep 2024 15:20:41 GMT

Pastor Sue reads from Ephesians and John, and Pastor Matthew preaches on power.

Why? Series - 4th Discussion 3/13/24

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 17 Mar 2024 16:52:56 GMT

Pastor Peter, Pastor Sarah, Pastor Sue, and Shawna Berg answer more of your questions during our causal Lenten service once again.

Sermon - S is for Salt

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 02 Jun 2024 15:13:22 GMT

In our new sermons series "The Good Book," we begin with Pastor Matthew reading from Genesis, and Pastor Peter preaching on the phenomenon of looking back.

Sermon - "I am Beloved" - Confirmation Sunday

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 05 May 2024 19:15:20 GMT

Pastor Matthew reads from John, and Pastor Sarah preaches to the new confirmands.

Sermon - Seeing God's Vision Anew

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 20 May 2024 15:00:37 GMT

On Pentacost Sunday, Pastor Matthew reads from the book of Acts, and Pastor Peter preaches on the power of the Holy Spirit at work in our lives.

Brighter Days

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 10 Sep 2023 14:57:28 GMT

Text: Isaiah 40:6-11, 28-31

St Andrew, we have planned an exciting, motivating, and spirit-filled worship experience for all this morning. Rally Day, 2023. We will hear and sing about God and our Lord and Savior as we head into “Brighter Days.”

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In Living Color

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 02 Jul 2023 15:15:42 GMT

Matthew ⁠10:40⁠-42 Celebrate Heroes with us! Join us as we invite our VBS Participants and their families to sing and Celebrate our Heroes. See you in worship where you can find out who are the heroes, according to Jesus.

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Lost Soul

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 05 Mar 2023 16:04:06 GMT

Text: Luke 19:1-10

The story of Zaccheus the Tax Collector is one that shows us that no one is beyond the reach of God’s love and God’s redemptive purpose for us. Randy Newman’s old song said that “short people got no reason to live…” but Jesus begs to differ!

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Easter Message — 'Love is Alive'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 16:53:31 GMT

Death, fear, and hatred do not have the final word! Christ is risen indeed! God has raised Jesus to new life and extends this promise of resurrection to all people!

Message — 'The King'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 13:00:00 GMT

We gathered for worship on Sunday as we took on another hero (or villain?) of the Bible—the King. We explored the character of one of Israel’s most (in)famous kings—David—a flawed yet faithful leader. Together, we wondered about the pitfalls and potentials of modern leadership in our own world. It was a meaningful experience!

Show & Tell

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 23 Apr 2023 12:29:23 GMT

Text: John 20:19-31

The risen Jesus appeared to his disciples who were hiding behind locked doors in fear. As we face those fears in our lives that hold us captive, Jesus comes to us as well with nail-scarred hands that bring hope and peace into our lives. How will we show and tell of the One who makes such a difference in our lives?

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Message — 'Authenticity is Your Superpower'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 09 Feb 2026 18:47:07 GMT

You are not required to change who you are to become a leader. God embraces who we are and uses us just as we are. The conversations between the Samaritan woman and Jesus show us that God embraces our unique gifts and life experiences to bring God’s good news to the world.

Sermon - Reformation Sunday

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 27 Oct 2024 17:59:49 GMT

Pastor Sue reads from the gospel of John, and Pastor Matthew preaches on the reformation

Brighter Days (Continued)

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 17 Sep 2023 15:13:36 GMT

Text: Colossians 3:12-17 Our text for this Sunday reminds us of the importance of being kind, gentle, and loving to those we meet along the way. We sure know how good it feels when we are treated in that way. Come and worship this Sunday at 9:00 and 10:30 as we celebrate and think of how we can help those around us have: “Brighter Days.”

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Sermon — 'From Ordinary to Impactful'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 25 May 2025 15:29:42 GMT

Pastor Peter emphasizes that God calls us to share love in every part of the world. Who is one person you can show genuine kindness and compassion to today and throughout the week? In what ways can you make ordinary moments impactful, fostering positive change in the world?

Sermon - Shining With Clarity

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Thu, 09 Jan 2025 15:27:40 GMT

Pastor Matthew reads from the Gospel of Matthew, and Pastor Peter preaches.

Sermon - A Call to Peace

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 01 Dec 2024 17:54:01 GMT

Pastor Matthew reads from Isaiah, and Pastor Sue preaches on the curious and surprising ways peace plays out in our lives.

Renewing Faith - Read (Week 2)

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 28 Feb 2021 16:01:55 GMT

Text: Colossians 3:16-17 Paul’s advice to the Colossians was solid for the renewal of faith: “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly.” But in order for this to happen in our lives, we need to take some time to read God’s word and let it take root in our hearts and minds!

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Lent Message — 'Strangers Become Family'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Thu, 26 Feb 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Pastor Kristen shares how her daughter Anna was welcomed with deep love by a Palestinian family during her service year in Bethlehem, and how that hospitality reshaped all their lives—from caring for her daily to risking checkpoints to return her belongings during COVID.

Their later reunion showed how love can bridge cultures, distance, and hardship, reminding us that Lent invites us to notice the quiet, transformative ways love appears in our own lives.

Obedience and Preservation

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Thu, 16 Mar 2023 13:07:03 GMT

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Here

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 11 Sep 2022 15:10:45 GMT

Text: Psalm 122:1-2, 6-9

What do we want and need from this place? God’s house is built upon relationships but also upon God’s faithfulness to us. As we begin a new program year together, we come together to be fed spiritually, to be both challenged and comforted by God’s Word. And we come to grow in our faith as we live out our faith in daily life!

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Sermon - Rooted and Grounded in Love

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 29 Sep 2024 15:04:17 GMT

Shawna Berg reads from Revelation and Matthew, and Pastor Sue preaches.

Message — 'Running with Perseverance'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 04 May 2026 15:04:25 GMT

Pastor Peter preached from Hebrews, reminding us to “run with perseverance the race set before us.” As St. Andrew marked 50 years, the message honored those who came before us and invited us to carry forward a faith that welcomes and a love that reaches.

Sermon — 'Love Is Out There'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Mon, 05 Jan 2026 17:00:01 GMT

The reading from Matthew tells how the Holy Family escaped to Egypt for safety, finding hospitality. In his sermon, Pastor Peter discusses Epiphany as a reminder that God’s love extends beyond Bethlehem to unexpected places and people. He shares stories of his own experiences of hospitality in Egypt that demonstrate how God’s grace transcends borders and reshapes history. We are encouraged to seek God’s love everywhere and to remain open and hopeful as we begin the new year.

Sharing Faith - What You Don't Say (Week 2)

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Thu, 04 Mar 2021 01:00:36 GMT

Text: 2 Timothy 2:23-26 Effect evangelism never happens by trying to “argue” a case for faith but, rather, we are called by God to “gently instruct.” God’s Word is a not given as a weapon or as a justification for judgement but rather it is the good news that has been given for all people whom we are called to love and serve.

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March 12, 2025 — 'Faith Quakes'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Thu, 13 Mar 2025 21:54:55 GMT

Our Lenten services, where members of our St. Andrew community share their faith stories, started this week. Our newest pastor, Kristin Skare, shared her journey through ministry and reflected on the many faith quakes she has experienced.

Faith Story — Lent: ‘Faith Transitions’

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Thu, 27 Mar 2025 03:00:00 GMT

During Wednesday's Lenten Service, guest speaker Pastor Natalia Terfa shared her faith story about life, religion, and the constant flow of changes that affect everything.

Sermon - N is for Nicodemus

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 18 Aug 2024 16:48:36 GMT

Pastor Matthew reads from John, and Shawna Berg preaches on Nicodemus and not having all the answers.

God Pursues Us with Grace

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Thu, 31 Mar 2022 13:24:02 GMT

Text: Psalm 23:6a

God provides blessing upon blessing, grace upon grace. And Jesus made it clear that we do not choose God but, rather, God chooses us. So how then is God pursuing us with grace and love and what difference does this make in our daily lives?

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Sermon - Altered Through Unbelievable Stories

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Sun, 17 Mar 2024 16:54:58 GMT

Pastor Matthew reads from Acts 12: 6-17, and Pastor Sue gives a sermon about faith and unbelief.

Lent Message — 'Faith Beyond Borders'

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Thu, 05 Mar 2026 18:54:54 GMT

In this Lenten midweek conversation, longtime St. Andrew member Elliott Meier shares how stepping beyond familiar routines has reshaped his faith through mission experiences in the U.S., Haiti, and Belize. From serving alongside youth on early mission trips to baking bread in Haitian bakeries and building relationships in Belizean villages, Elliott reflects on the surprising ways God shows up when we venture into new communities with open hands and hearts. His stories remind us that hope, humanity, and the Holy Spirit transcend language—and that faith grows when we dare to go where God leads.

Intercepted and Redirected

St. Andrew Lutheran Church — Thu, 02 Mar 2023 14:12:22 GMT

Jonah 1:17, Psalm 139:1-2, 7-10

Encounters with God often come in the form of disruptions to everyday life. They take us off course and throw us off balance. But in many cases, disruptions have the potential to bring us into a sacred encounter with God and our neighbor in ways that we might not expect–or in ways that might show us something new about ourselves. The story of Jonah invites us to wonder whether and how the God of Jonah might be entangled with the disruptions in our lives.

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