Faith is a living, bold trust in God's grace, so certain of God's favor that it would risk death a thousand times trusting in it. Such confidence and knowledge of God's grace makes you happy, joyful and bold in your relationship to God and all creatures. The Holy Spirit makes this happen through faith. Because of it, you freely, willingly and joyfully do good to everyone, serve everyone, suffer all kinds of things, love and praise the God who has shown you such grace. - Martin Luther


Friday, May 17, 2013

Day of Pentecost

This Sunday we celebrate the Day of Pentecost - what many consider the "birthday" of the Christian Church. Many worshipers will wear red, or other colors of fire, calling to mind the "divided tongues, as of fire" that danced above the apostles' heads that day when they started telling the story of Jesus in a variety of languages (see Acts 2).
Additionally, this Sunday is the last day of "regular" Sunday School for this academic year, and we'll celebrate all that's been learned with a potluck BBQ and games after worship. Burgers, hot dogs and beverages will be provided. Participants are asked to bring something to share (last names beginning with A-E: salad or fruit; F-O: dessert; P-Z: chips). It's going to be fun!

Want to learn more about Pentecost? Check out this great video (from our Roman Catholic siblings in Christ at Busted Halo): 
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