GLIMPSES OF GLENDALE: Weekly Newsletter

Thursday, August 27, 2020

Weekly Newsletter

Glimpses of Glendale

Glendale Lutheran Church Newsletter

August 27, 2020

This week’s sermon is on Deuteronomy 6 where Moses says, “Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one. You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your might. And these words that I command you today shall be on your heart. You shall teach them diligently to your children.” This is the responsibility not only of every Christian parent but every adult.

CCLS opened last week after a five month absence from our campus. Our school is a great example that Glendale Lutheran takes Moses’ words seriously. I went into the three year olds class and read them a story called “The Three Trees.” One tree wants to grow up and be a treasure chest, another wants to be a sailing ship and the third wants to point to God. The trees are disappointed when they are cut down and made into a feeding bin, a fishing boat and ordinary lumber. Then one day the feeding bin holds baby Jesus. Later the fishing boat witnesses Jesus calm the storm. Finally, the third tree is used to make the cross. For the rest of time his wood pointed to the savior. The three year olds were spellbound.

We all have a responsibility to pass on the Gospel. For parents and grandparents that is a lifelong quest. For everyone else, look for opportunities to love kids and share God’s words with them.

Please wear a mask during worship services.

Daily Bible Reading

Deacons' Ministry

Do you qualify to serve as a deacon in training? If you can identify with the following, you qualify!

1. I’ve been a Christian for more than a few years, know Jesus as my Savior, and want to continue growing in the faith.

2. I have had struggles in my life and can – or want to empathize with those who are hurting.

3. I like and am interested in other people.

4. I want to learn how to more fully engage in meaningful conversations.

5. I am willing and able to enter the training and practice ministering to and serving others.

For more information, contact trainer and coordinator Joel Hempel, 314-591-1403; jhempel411@gmail.com

Thursday Evening Women's Bible Study

We want to extend an invitation to all women to join our Thursday evening Bible Study, currently meeting on Zoom. The book we're using is Jesus: A Study on the Words of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John, published by CPH. If you are interested or have any questions, please contact Cathie Albers (314-822-2033 or cathleenalbers@chater.net.)