What Christians believe, Part 4

How did the early Christians worship?  Let’s us see what was written concerning the early church worship. The First Apology (St. Justin Martyr) [a.d. 110-165.] An apology is in defense of – in this case in defense of Christians and their worship. Chapter 1. Address To the Emperor Titus Ælius Adrianus Antoninus Pius Augustus Cæsar,…

Musical Notes June 30, 2019 Trinity 2 Prelude                                Partita on “Ebenezer”                    John A. Behnke Theme – Pedal Solo – Bicinium – The Cross The recessional hymn (#519) is from an 1845 poem, “The Present Crisis,” by the American poet James Russell Lowell. It was first included in the 1916 edition of The Hymnal. The hymn tune…

Church Bulletin (Blog edition) Visitors – Welcome! Peace and joy in our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.  Please advise us of your visit and ask for a “First Time Visitor Bulletin” which briefly explains the communion service.  Please join our church family in the Parish Hall after the service for fellowship, drinks, and food. Holy…

Musical Notes: Our music is historically and scriptural based upon the church season and scripture readings for the day.  See notes below on the music history and their composers as we show reverence to the Lord through our music. Prelude         Christ lag in Todesbanden       J. S. Bach Martin Luther wrote…

Sunday Oct 13th Sung Eucharist  You may have to un-mute your device.  Sung Service, enjoy and share….

April 28th: week of calendar 2019 St. Michael the Archangel