A Pentecost Season Message from Pastor Jim (May 25, 2021)

Dear First Lutheran Family and Friends,                       

Greetings to you in the name of our Lord, Jesus Christ!

We are in a time of transition. Normally, this time of year, we’re focused on the transition from the spring to summer … from the end of the school year to summer vacations. And, by the grace of God that transition is happening in many ways once again as we begin the long hoped for transition out of pandemic restrictions to something that resembles the new normal. We give thanks to God for guiding and leading us through this time of restriction and, for many suffering and sorrow. We praise Him for bringing us to this new day. And we ask Him to help us as we all recover from the challenges of the past year-plus. God, Father in heaven, have mercy on Your people. Help us, restore us, grant us Your peace and strength as you bring us all back together again. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

As our calendar flips from one season to another, we also flip the church calendar to a new season – the Season of Pentecost. It’s now the “green season” – that long period in the church year where the paraments are colored green as we celebrate the “life of the church.” As He gathered with His disciples for the Last Supper, Jesus promised, “I tell you the truth: it is to your advantage that I go away, for if I do not go away, the Helper will not come to you. But if I go, I will send him to you … When the Spirit of truth comes, he will guide you into all the truth, for he will not speak on his own authority, but whatever he hears he will speak, and he will declare to you the things that are to come.” (John 16:7,13) The season of Pentecost begins with Pentecost Sunday, the celebration of the arrival of the promised Holy Spirit, and continues as He calls, gathers and enlightens the church of all believers – bringing life to God’s church on earth.

In this season of Pentecost, whenever you see the color green or hear the living word of God, give thanks to God for the gift of life … now and in eternity … that you have on account of your faith in our Father’s love for you as expressed through His Son, Jesus Christ.

In Christ’s Love,
Pastor Jim

Worship

Updated Worship Times (effective August 29th)

• Sunday 8:00AM and 10:30AM
• Wednesday 6:30PM
• Sunday School 9:15-10:00AM

(June 27, 2021) In accordance with Governor Hogan's latest Executive Order terminating Maryland's State of Emergency on July 1, 2021 and in consultation with congregation health care professionals and ministry leaders, the following guidance will pertain to our worship gatherings starting on July 1, 2021:

1. Face Masks are optional for fully vaccinated worshippers. We do, however, encourage all who feel they need an extra level of protection to continue wearing their mask.
2. Congregational singing will be permitted during the last hymn of each service.
3. Social distancing will continue at a reduced distance.

We thank God for His provision and protection throughout this unprecedented time and for His continue provision and protection all the days of our lives. We look forward to further updates as the summer progresses.

Worship Services

Sunday Morning

Click links below to attend on-line.

8:00 AM In-Person and Livestream Worship

10:30 AM In-Person and Livestream Worship 

If interested in the Livestream service call the church office at 410-257-3030.

Click here for Recorded Service 
(available after service is completed)

Wednesday Evening

6:30 PM In-Person Worship 
Or view Livestream here.

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Sunday School

9:15-10:00AM Children's & Youth, Sunday School and Confirmation Classes (In-Person)

9:15-10:00 AM  Adult Sunday School (In Person/Livestream)
(Starts on September 5th.)

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Bible Studies

 On-line studies on Sunday and during the week continue to be added. When available, please check in here.

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