Prayer Shawl Ministry - Just a reminder that our Lord of Life Prayer Shawl Ministry is alive and well. We have continued to bless people with our shawls during COVID. We are in need of additional shawls and Baptism blankets. If you have already made some and would like to have them picked up, or if you would like someone to receive a shawl, please call Brenda Johnson (218-831-9725) or Jeannine zumBrunnen (218-343-0964). Thanks for your thoughtfulness! Year End Tax-Deductible Contributions Deadlines - In Person by appointment - 218-828-9374Via USPS: Post-marked no later than December 31, 2020. Online: Must have an “approved” status by December 31, 2020.Stock: If you wish to gift Stock to Lord of Life, please contact Anne Laechel for more information. Transfer of ownersh...
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December 27, 2020First Sunday after Christmas WelcomeThe angel said to [the shepherds], “Do not be afraid; for see—I am bringing you good news of great joy for all the people: to you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ, the Lord” (Luke 2:10-11). As we gather we hear again the good news the angels proclaimed: God has come for all people through the birth of the one named Jesus. Through Bethlehem’s manger God comes into the chaos, messiness, and vulnerability of the world. In all things and at all times, we rejoice that God comes to save us and reigns in love. We come to adore Jesus who is Savior, Christ, and Lord. Confession and ForgivenessAmid the troubles and fears of this world, let us confess our sin and welcome God’s forgiveness, grace, and love. Sil...
Read MoreChristmas Eve at Lord of LifeDecember 24, 2020 Christmas Carol – O Come, All Ye Faithful Lighting the Christ CandleHope in the midst of trouble. Peace in the presence of chaos. Joy in the company of sorrow. Love in the face of hatred. These are the gifts of the Christ Child. This is the wonder he brings - the mystery he embodies - the heart he shares for the world. We light the Christ candle this night - and give thanks for light that scatters the darkness and life that envelopes the world with love. Prayer of the DayAlmighty God, you made this holy night shine with the brightness of the true Light. Grant that here on earth we may walk in the light of Jesus’ presence and in the last day wake to the brightness of his glory; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and re...
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