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Glimpses of Glendale Glendale Lutheran Church Newsletter December 18, 2025 King of Kings and Lord of Lords - article by Joel Hempel    As did some of you, I’m sure, I just finished listening to the Hallelujah Chorus from Handel’s Messiah on Public Radio, FM 90.7. This incredible oratorio never fails to stir my soul.   The kingdom of this world  Is become the kingdom of our Lord, And of His Christ, and of His Christ.   The melody and glorious lyrics have embedded themselves in my head, and I keep singing it to myself, the best I can, over and over and over. I wonder if that was the intentional genius of the lyricist, Charles Jennens, and George Frideric Handel when he composed what God gave them. I mean, how bad would it be if we could not release the melody and the message from our minds?    And He shall live forever and ever, forever and ever. Hallelujah, hallelujah, hallelujah.   As many of you know, this choral movement or song was originally intended as part of an Easter presentation and was first presented in 1742, during Lent.1 But with the lighting of the pink Advent candle with its theme of joy, what could be more fitting? It is believed that the Advent theme of joy is lifted from the Christmas account of the shepherds who were filled with joy when it was announced by a chorus of angels that Christ was born.2   Imagine that: A chorus of angels singing, hallelujah, hallelujah, hallelujah. Wouldn’t your heart be filled with joy?   So, although Christmas is not quite with us, there is every good reason to be joyful and filled with hallelujahs in anticipation of the message for all times:   Jesus is our living “King of kings... and Lord of lords, hallelujah!”    1. Facts regarding Handel’s Messiah come from the Handel and Haydn Society Website, at www.handelandhaydn.org 2. Luke 2:8-20     Christmas Service Schedule Discerning God's Will Update Dear Friends, It has been too long since we reported on Discerning God's Will. Thank you for your patience. The nine small group facilitators and Elder Mike Toney have met and we are comfortably confident in the proposed Vision we will present to the congregation on Sunday, January 11, after worship. The Vision and accompanying Mission and Ministry Emphases will be emailed to you the week of December 28 and also placed in Glimpses. Please mark your calendars. We want to hear from you. God bless you and thanks be to God for his guidance during this process. Andy Ryan From the Music Director For over two thousand years poets, writers, and lyricists have penned words to celebrate the season of Christmas. These words highlight the special meanings of Christmas, from the anticipation of the birth of the Savior, to the joy, love, giving, and sharing that we experience during this wonderful time of year. For the next several weeks I’ll be sharing some of these texts. My prayer is that you will find these poems and lyrics to be reminders of God's master plan for the redemption of us all!  The Priceless Gift of Christmas The priceless gift of Christmas  Is meant just for the heart, And we receive it only When we become a part  Of the kingdom and the glory Which is ours to freely take, For God sent the holy Christ Child At Christmas for our sake So man might come to know Him And feel his presence near And see the many miracles  Performed when He was here… And the priceless gift of Christmas Is within the reach of all, The rich, the poor, the young and old, The greatest and the small… So take His priceless gift of love— Reach out and you receive, And the only payment that God asks Is just that you believe.  Holiday Happy Hour Throw on a little sparkle and come celebrate at the GLC Holiday Happy Hour! Friday, January 2, beginning at 5:30pm, join your church friends and family in the Family Life Center for some drinks, appetizers, and goodies. BYOB and an appetizer or sweet treat to share. Questions? Call Lisa Grossenheider (314-965-2667). CCLS Night at the Magic House Come join your CCLS friends and our association church members at the Magic House on Sunday, January 18, from 6:00–8:00pm! For this special evening, the museum will be completely closed to the public, so our school will have the entire space just for us. Click here to purchase tickets for each family member attending. Tickets are $10 per person and are required for everyone age 2 and up. Even Magic House members will need a ticket to join in on this exclusive event! 2026 Altar Flower Chart The Flower Chart for 2026 is up on the kiosk! Beautify our sanctuary for worship in honor of a loved one's birthday or other special occasion, and then take the arrangement home with you after the service. This year we will only have the physical sign-up system rather than both the physical and online version. As always, feel free to call or email the church office to request specific dates and Michelle will sign you up on the physical chart. With Thanks All Around Cookies galore, and to God be the glory for what a few people have done! Led by Jeanne Clark, with assistance from husband Ken as well as Beth Nicolaus, a tray of cookies with a Thanksgiving blessing was delivered to all nine AA groups that meet at GLC. The photo is an example of gratitude shared by all of the groups. In addition, the Tuesday Women's Bible Class bought and delivered a tray of fruit and pastries to the CCLS Early Learning Center staff. The staff's note of appreciation is on the kiosk. Let each of you look not only to your own interests, but also to the interests of others (Philippines 2:4). Finance Update Next Sunday's Bible Readings Isaiah 63:7-14; Galatians 4:4-7; Matthew 2:13-23 Sunday Worship Leaders 12/21 12/28 Lector Lisa Grossenheider Ann Jonas Children's Message Tim Cosby Tim Cosby Communion Mike Toney & Seminary Student Steve Phelps & Seminary Student Greeters Jack & Norma Bentzinger Greg & Karen Frimel Sound/Video John Steele Jerry Nicolaus Ushers Gerry Lucas Tony Petzoldt Jack Hurley Rodger Lubben Jeanne Lipinski Becci Sasser Sandy Barbercheck Judy George Christmas Services Worship Leaders 12/24 - 3:30pm 12/24 - 5:30pm 12/25 - 9:15am Lector Jerry Nicolaus Ann Jonas Ann Jonas Children's Msg Pastor Scott Pastor Scott Pastor Scott Communion John Steele & Seminary Student Tony Petzoldt & Seminary Student Mike Toney & Seminary Student Greeters Bob & Debbie Jacobson Jerry & Beth Nicolaus Terry & Marilyn Young Sound/Video Paul Barbercheck Ken Clark Mike Toney Ushers Jeanne Lipinski Becci Sasser Sandy Barbercheck Judy George Ken Clark Ron Froesel Mike Toney John Steele Gerry Lucas Tony Petzoldt Jack Hurley Rodger Lubben The Word Within the Word Online Calendar Glendale Lutheran Church Monday-Thursday 8:00 am-4:30 pm (314) 966-3220 glendalelutheranchurch@gmail.com Connect With Us:

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