ADVENT JOY

THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENTDECEMBER 17, 2023 [And Mary said,] “My soul magnifies the Lord, and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior, for he has looked with favor on the lowliness of his servant. Surely, from now on all generations will call me blessed.”Luke 1:46-48 Advent – Day 15Sunday, December 17Isaiah 61:1-4, 8-11Psalm 126 or Luke 1:46b-551ContinueContinue reading “ADVENT JOY”

A JOYFUL NOISE

“Next to the Word of God, music deserves the highest praise. The gift of language combined with the gift of song was given to man that he should proclaim the Word of God through music.” MARTIN LUTHER I love music! Though I’ve had no formal music training other than a few trumpet lessons as a youngster and a year orContinueContinue reading “A JOYFUL NOISE”

REJOICE

Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, Rejoice. Let your gentleness be known to everyone. The Lord is near. Do not worry about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your mindsContinueContinue reading “REJOICE”