Dicken's A Christmas Carol Study (Intro - Stave 1)
A Study of Dickens A Christmas Carol
Intro - Stave 1
We are reading through Charles Dickens’ a Christmas Carol
4th Commandment - Confirmation
The Almighty God who created us placed us in families.
God commands us to honor our parents and others in authority by our words and deeds.
Theme Verse
Honor your father and your mother, so that your days may be long in the land that the Lord your God is giving you.
Exodus 20:12
Luther’s Small Cat
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Honor your father and your mother.
What does this mean? We should fear and love God so that we do not despise or anger our parents and other authorities, but honor them, serve and obey them, love and cherish them.
Remember 1 Thing
The Almighty God who created us placed us in families.
God commands us to honor our parents and others in authority by our words and deeds.
Modern Family
How do most children on television today relate to their parents? How did they relate a generation ago?
Does television portray an accurate reflection of the American family?
How have parenting issues changed over the last generation? How are they the same?
Some Bible Time
Read Ephesians 6:1-3
Exodus 20
12 “Honor your father and your mother, so that you may live long in the land the Lord your God is giving you.
13 “You shall not murder.
14 “You shall not commit adultery.
15 “You shall not steal.
“you will live long and well in this land.” What does that mean?
Who Do I Honor
Parents have Authority over us.
Who Else has authority over us?
Who Has given them authority over us?
Language Themes
Define the words “honor” and “respect.” Then add the prefix “dis” to them and redefine them
What are we supposed to do if parents or authorities aren’t acting in a respectful fashion? How can we honor a person we don’t respect?
Create a list of five common ways we honor and dishonor our parents or guardians
“For if we from the heart are genuinly to honor someone, then we must have him standing truly high and great in our estimation”
“Parents are representatives of God and bear in mind that. however poor infirm or eccentric they may be, our father and mother are nevertheless God’s gifts to us. ”
“Prize and value them as earth’s greatest treasure. ”
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[Sunday] Stewardship - Keep It Simple
Stewardship can be something that we overcomplicate. Keep it Simple; Jesus has saved you.
Stewardship can be something that we overcomplicate. Keep it Simple; Jesus has saved you.
What Had happened at Grace this week.
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Reformation Trivia Questions and Photos
General trivia, and a generally good time.
Here are the questions from Trivia
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What is the largest desert in the world? Antarctica
Sir Isaac Newton had this many laws of motion. Three
What type of whale is actually a dolphin? Orca
What two primary colors can be mixed to make purple? Red and blue
Which two states in the U.S. share the most borders with other states? Tennessee and Missouri
Who was the Roman emperor who issued the Edict of Milan, granting religious tolerance to Christians? Constantine the Great
How many months of the year have 31 days? Seven
The chemical "NaCl" is better known as what? Salt
How many countries are in Africa? 54
How many bones are in the human body? 206
What is the deadliest animal in the world? The mosquito
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In bowling, what is it called when you get three strikes in a row? A turkey
What NFL team is the only team to finish with a perfect season (undefeated)? The Miami Dolphins
When Shrek tries to explain himself to Donkey in Shrek, what does he compare himself to? Onions
What NASCAR driver has a combined 200 race wins? Richard Petty
What year did Netflix, previously a DVD rental business, introduce streaming services? 2007
What is the "Mets" in New York Mets short for? Metropolitans
What is the Wicked Witch of the West's name in the musical Wicked? Elphaba
Which color is not on the Olympic rings: blue, orange, red, or yellow? Orange
In 2010, Sebastian Vettel became the youngest Formula 1 champion. What country is he from? Germany
What is the highest-grossing Broadway show of all time? The Lion King
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She cries herself to sleep each night, tears soaking her pillow. Lamatations 1:2
She played fast and loose with life, she never considered tomorrow Lamatations 1:9
We were the kings and the queens and they read off our names Taylor Swift:
Long Live Her city gates, iron bars and all, disappeared in the rubble Lamentations 2:9
And there you are on your knees, begging for forgiveness Taylor Swift:
White Horse Your knives and swords and weapons that you use against me Taylor Swift:
Mean We’ve been to hell and back. We’ve nowhere to turn, nowhere to go Lamentations 3:48
These walls that they put up to hold us back will fall down Taylor Swift:
Change Stained from their dirty lives, Wasted by their wasted lives Lamentations 4:14
They are the hunters, we are the foxes and we run Taylor Swift:
I Know Places He will try to take away my pain Taylor Swift:
Haunted He knocked me from the path and ripped me to pieces. Lamentations 3:11
Romeo, take me somewhere we can be alone Lamentations 18:9, Just Kidding!
It's Taylor Swift
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What are the colors of the German flag. black, red, and gold
There are four original colors of Starburst candy: red, orange, yellow, and...? pink
The Reformation started in what year? 1517
if it is 5:00 pm in Port St Luice, what time is it in Berlin? 11:00 PM
Who wrote the Goosebumps book series? R.L. Stine
What is the capital of Missouri Jefferson City
How many colors will you find in a regular bag of M&Ms? 6
What does BMW stand for (in English)? Bavarian Motor Works
When Luther Went into hiding, how many weeks did it take him to translate the New Testament into German? 10 Weeks
What year did Reese's Peanut Butter Pumpkins launch nationally? 1993
When Christians observe Palm Sunday, what Jewish Holiday are they celebrating? Hanukkah
Photos from Reformation Trivia
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[Sunday] Reformation - Keep It Simple
Let’s rediscover the beauty of God's uncomplicated gift of salvation and how it frees us to joyfully participate in His work.
Let’s rediscover the beauty of God's uncomplicated gift of salvation and how it frees us to joyfully participate in His work.
Questions for the Week: KEEP IT SIMPLE: Reformation
In what ways do we tend to overcomplicate our relationship with God, and how can we simplify it in light of the message of salvation by grace?
Read John 10:22-30 How does the Jews’ request of Jesus overcomplicate things? How does Jesus’ response simplify what He is about to do?
What are some practical ways we can live out the understanding that salvation is a gift, not something we earn? How does this affect our daily lives and interactions with others?
How can we effectively share the message of salvation by grace with others, especially those who may be struggling with legalistic or works-based beliefs?
What Had happened at Grace this week.
Reformation Trivia Oct 27th 4pm
Bring your best German food or your wurst.
Oct 27th 4PM
Bring your best German food or your wurst.
And your best answers to our General Trivia
Oct 27th 4PM
We are providing
Bratwurst, Hotdogs, Schnitzel and Spaetzle
Please bring whatever else. Main, Sides, And deserts
I know what you are saying. But no one make better spaetzle than me.
Then bring it
I hear you saying, I don’t know how to make anything German.
It is reformation day. bring something red. Sauce and Noodle :)
Last time we did this, it was a lot of fun.
Photos of 2 years ago
David Franklin CEO at Alzhimer's Community Care (Video)
Listen to CEO of Alzheimer’s Community Care
Keep It Simple: Jesus has saved you. (Teaching Series!)
We often get in our own way, making salvation, giving, and all the ways God is involved in our lives more complicated than they need to be. Keep it simple; Jesus has saved you.
Keep it Simple: Jesus has saved you.
We often get in our own way, making salvation, giving, and all the ways God is involved in our lives more complicated than they need to be. Keep it simple; Jesus has saved you.
Reading Plan
Read around the readings for Sunday
10/27/24
2 Samuel 7:4-17
Ephesians 2:1-10
John 10:22-33
11/3/24
Isaiah 49:8-16
1 Cor 4:1-5
Matthew 6:24-34
11/10/24
Ezekiel 11:14-21
Acts 4:32-35
John 13:31-35
11/17/24
Isaiah 25:1-9
Philippians 4:10-20
Matthew 22:1-14
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Week 6 Serving Challenge Together group: Ambition
Ambition Is what we are talking about this week.
Barreto Together Group
Wednesdays 6:30
Pastor Cris’ Together Group Meets
Thursday Morning at 11am
Thursday Evening Starts at 7PM at Pastor’s House
Video recording releases Friday mornings.
Together Group Video Week 6
Discussion Guide | Week 6
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[Sunday] Ambition - Serving Challenge
Nobel ambition is shown through humility and a genuine desire to serve others, rather than the pursuit of personal recognition or power.
- Nobel ambition is shown through humility and a genuine desire to serve others, rather than the pursuit of personal recognition or power.
QUESTIONS FOR THE WEEK: See This weeks Together Group Study
Sunday October 20th is Day 34 in the Book!
New Together Groups Materals
Releases at 11Am on Sunday
What Had happened at Grace this week.
Week 5 Serving Challenge Together group: Ability
Ability Is what we are talking about this week.
Barreto Together Group
Wednesdays 6:30
Pastor Cris’ Together Group Meets
Thursday Morning at 11am
Thursday Evening Starts at 7PM at Pastor’s House
Video recording releases Friday mornings.
Together Group Video Week 5
Discussion Guide | Week 5
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[Sunday] Ability- Serving Challenge
God has invested in you, blessing you with unique abilities. He trusts you with these gifts. Let's use them to honor Him.
- God has invested in you, blessing you with unique abilities. He trusts you with these gifts. Let's use them to honor Him.
QUESTIONS FOR THE WEEK: See This weeks Together Group Study
Sunday October 13th is Day 27 in the Book!
It will Ask for an Email address. if you are not comfortable using your own, use lab@gracelutheranpsl.com
New Together Groups Materals
Releases at 11Am on Sunday
What Had happened at Grace this week.
Milton West Coast Cleanup
Sign Up to Help Our Brothers and Sisters
Needs have changed.
Mold began to set into the homes because of Helene and then Milton.
Because of Helene the insurance companies were already on the ground with their crews.
LERT have moved efforts to Sarasoda. It is a tree removal project now.
If you would like to help, sign up by emailing Jay Wendland:
Email: jwendland@flgadistrict.org
Send this info:
Name
Phone Number
Email Address
(Old Information)
How do we help with our friends on the west coast?
Thursday I recieved a call from Jay Wedland (head of Lutheran Early Response Team).
He was asking for how we are and asking for volunteers to help in St Petersburg.The 2 churches in St. Petersburg have 75 homes with signifigant flood damage.
He was asking for volunteers to muck out homes there before the mold sets in.
He stressed that it is not pleasant work. It is hot and messy.
I asked how long would someone be expected to help.
He said no more than a week, and it can be just a couple of days.
He will take what he can get.
Wednesday would be the earliest day you would begin.
To help, sign up:
Email: jwendland@flgadistrict.org
Send this info:
Name
Phone Number
Email Address
Milton Aftermath at Grace (Photos)
We have wrestled with Milton. Let us stay together.
We contended with this storm, but we got through another one.
Please communicate with those at church to check on each other.
So here is what is in this post.
How are things at Grace Lutheran PSL
How are people doing in our Church
How to help those on the west coast
How are things at Grace?
Things are good at Grace. We had the shutters up on the original building.
The church has power (I have never seen the church without power, as Grace is on the same lines that support the emergency room in SLW).
We do have some small things.
General debris on the campus
4 of our decorative trees our down.
We have need for our trees to be uprighted and re-supported
Alzheimer’s patients return tomorrow morning.
Thanks to Maryann and Gary for Cleaning the grounds!
How are our friends doing in our church?
I (Pastor Cris and Coli) do not currently have power 10/10/24 4pm
Everything else is normal.Thursday was a scary day for us in St Lucie County. I don’t know what the final number was, but we had somehting like 20 tornandoes in the area.
I have talked and texted with a good amount of poeple.
Most are fine, some have power and others don’t.
I have talked with a few where the tornadoes did not hit them but homes in their direct neighborhoods where hit.
I know of
Frank and Trisha, Martin Co.
Megan and Tom, Rosser Blvd.
Kevin, Lakewood Park.
I know of more but these seemed to be the closest.
The first phone call I recieved Wednesday was from Joeseph and Lena.
It said they just got hit by a tornado. (north of Sams on Gatlin)
The tornado went right down the edge of their property and went down their road.
Their damage is minimal, but their water softner was damaged by a branch in the tornado. So they are without water and power.
They are staying with family in Tradition.
If you know any more stories, please let Pastor Cris know.
Here are some I have Recieved.
Hans
We did have a lot of tornado activity around us in Hope sound and south Stewart. We were under a tornado warning for four hours consecutive.
I visited three customers today, whose property is within a mile of our house and they varied from significant impact to near devastation.
How do we help with our friends on the west coast?
Thursday I recieved a call from Jay Wedland (head of Lutheran Early Response Team).
He was asking for how we are and asking for volunteers to help in St Petersburg.The 2 churches in St. Petersburg have 75 homes with signifigant flood damage.
He was asking for volunteers to muck out homes there before the mold sets in.
He stressed that it is not pleasant work. It is hot and messy.
I asked how long would someone be expected to help.
He said no more than a week, and it can be just a couple of days.
He will take what he can get.
Wednesday would be the earliest day you would begin.
To help, sign up:
Email: jwendland@flgadistrict.org
Send this info:
Name
Phone Number
Email Address
Ways to Help Hurrican Milton & Helene Damage
Congregations across Florida are cleaning up after Hurricane Helene. Many buildings and homes have been damaged or destroyed, and the needs are significant.
Ways to Help Hurrican Milton & Halene
Give to Grace and we will disperse.
Choose Disaster response on paypal drop down.
Give / Volenteer / and find out more at our District Disaster response site.
Thrivent Matches Gifts
https://www.thrivent.com/about-us/membership/disaster-response
You can make a financial contribution to help those impacted. For every $2 donated through Thrivent's online giving platform or through a Thrivent Charitable Impact and Investing® Donor Advised Fund to one of the organizations listed below, Thrivent will add $1 up to $500,000.
Volunteer for LCMS disaster
Both of these response camps have been decommissioned
Week 4 Serving Challenge Together group: Action
Action Is what we are talking about this week.
Here is Pastor’s Study
Barreto Together Group
Wednesdays 6:30
Pastor Cris’ Together Group Meets
Thursday Morning at 11am
Thursday Evening Starts at 7PM at Pastor’s House
Video recording releases Friday mornings.
Together Group Video Week 4
Discussion Guide | Week 4
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[Sunday] Action - Serving Challenge
When Jesus saw those who were like sheep without a shepherd. He had compassion on them -- but not just compassion; He also took action.
- When Jesus saw those who were like sheep without a shepherd. He had compassion on them -- but not just compassion; He also took action.
QUESTIONS FOR THE WEEK: See This weeks Together Group Study
Sunday October 6th is Day 20 in the Book!
New Together Groups Materals
Releases at 11Am on Sunday
What Had happened at Grace this week.
New Hymn , “O Church Arise” (Getty)
Great Hymn about Service in the Kingdom of God
Here is Grace’s Recording for Sunday (coming soon)
Listen to the Original
On Octorber 6th 2024 we are singing
“O Church Arise”
© 2016 Getty Music Publishing; Worship Together Music CCLI 4611992,
1. O Church arise and put your armor on
Hear the call of Christ our Captain
For now the weak can say that they are strong
In the strength that God has given
With shield of faith and belt of Truth
We’ll stand against the devil’s lies
An army bold whose battle cry is love
Reaching out to those in darkness
2. Our call to war to love the captive soul
But to rage against the captor
And with the sword that makes the wounded whole
We will fight with faith and valor
When faced with trials on ev'ry side
We know the outcome is secure
And Christ will have the prize for which He died
An inheritance of nations
3. Come see the cross where love and mercy meet
As the Son of God is stricken
Then see His foes lie crushed beneath His feet
For the Conqueror has risen
And as the stone is rolled away
And Christ emerges from his grave
This victory march continues 'til the day
Every eye and heart shall see Him
4. So Spirit come put strength in every stride
Give grace for every hurdle
That we may run with faith to win the prize
Of a servant good and faithful
As saints of old still line the way
Retelling triumphs of His grace
We hear their calls and hunger for the day
When with Christ we stand in Glory
CHORUS X2
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