| Pastor Scott's Message I was asked recently, "What is my vision for Glendale Lutheran?" I waited to reply. It is a fair question but a deep one. I could have simply stated the great commission, "Go therefore into all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit." Jesus gives that vision to all churches. But I think that is assumed. The real question is how are we going to live out the great commission here at this place and time.
I could have listed my hopes and dreams for Glendale but they are many and scattered. Plus, though I am the Pastor, God may have a vision for our church that is bigger than my hopes and dreams. The real answer is that we will discover God's vision together. We've started that process already. We've worshipped together, studied the word together, shared our stories and invested our lives. Everyone in this church is a part of Christ's body and plays a function. We are trying to figure out how this body walks amongst our neighbors. On January 27th from 9am to 11am we will start writing down our vision. It's called asset mapping. We will assess all of the gifts God has given his people who gather at 1365 N. Sappington. Then we will create ways in which we could use those assets to bless others. God has given us everything we need to complete his vision. But you need to be there because God speaks to you and has given you insight into our church and our community. We need everyone who cares about this church and God's work to join us. It is important and will guide our ministry decisions. It is thrilling to figure out how God is using us. |
Sem Student Thank You's! The Seminary families blessed by Christmas gifts from GLC were overwhelmed and grateful. Check the kiosk to see their thank you letters (and adorable pictures). |
Notes from the Music Director  "If" is a huge word. Let me explain: If 4-5 sopranos, 2 altos, 2-3 tenors, and 2-3 bass would join our already wonderful church choir, we would be able to perform "Cantata"-type anthems especially during the major Festivals! Are you one of the above? Please let me know! I am not looking for an opera singer or a coloratura soprano, just a volunteer choir member who loves to sing for Jesus! Please see me after Church or call me anytime at 314-487-6942. "Let's just Praise the Lord!" |
Acrostic Number 6:26 Chosen Ours Unto Needed Triumph Everyone's Need Almighty Now Christ Everlasting |
| Worship Leaders
| This Sunday (1/14) | Next Sunday (1/21)
| Preacher/Celebrant
| Pastor Scott | Pastor Scott | | Liturgist | Pastor Scott | Pastor Scott | Lector
| Andy Ortstadt | Josh Boehme | Children's Message
| Janet Leet | Pastor Scott | Communion Assistant
| Bruce Hartung
| Joel Hempel | | Lay Assistants
| Charlotte & Frank Moret | Steve Phelps | Greeters
| Ron & Carol Froesel | Rodger Lubben | | Nursery | Sandy Barbercheck | Cyndi Moore | Sound/Video
| David Williams | Tony Petzoldt | Ushers
| Ken Clark, Jack Hurley, Jeff Wille, Robert Lubben | Judy George, Debbie Toney, Becci Sasser, Theresa Canania | | Pianist (Saturday) | Jim Thielker | Jim Thielker | | Organist (Sunday)
| Jim Thielker | Jim Thielker | | Bible Class Video Support | Paul Barbercheck
| Jerry Nicolaus |
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| Next Sunday's Bible Readings PREPARE FOR NEXT WEEK'S WORSHIP through a careful, prayerful reading of the appointed lessons for the day: Jonah 3:1-5, 10; 1 Corinthians 7:29-35; Mark 1:14-20 |
