If God is indeed infinite, like the Bible says, then it’s clear we can never completely comprehend what this means. After all, if the finite (we humans) could comprehend the infinite it would no longer be infinite. But this doesn’t mean we shouldn’t try to understand who God is.

Like any other intellectual pursuit (learning new technology, a new language, a new musical instrument, etc.), reaching perfection is never possible, but growth is. In fact, believing in a God who is infinite gives direction to our lives now. Like a road trip whose final destination gives meaning and purpose to the individual turns on the way there, knowing that the final destination for redeemed humanity is a relationship with an infinite God controls how we live now. And God, who is alone infinite and immortal, gives his people the gift of his own immortality by uniting them to his resurrected son Jesus.

Hosts: Aaron Mueller and Chuck Rathert

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Craving Answers, Craving God

The Infinite God

The Infinite God (Ep96)

We’re surrounded by claims of things being “all new”—but often, it's just a fresh label on the same old thing. In this week’s message, _All New_ , we hear a promise from God that truly is new: the creation of a new heaven and a new earth.

Join us as we explore:

  * The deep longing for something truly new
  * What God’s promise of a new heaven and earth means for us
  * How we already experience the beginnings of this renewal today



This is more than a hopeful idea—it's a promise anchored in the resurrection of Jesus, transforming how we live now and what we wait for with eager anticipation.

All New — Fifth Sunday of Easter, May 18, 2025: https://saintjamesglencarbon.org/2025-fifth-sunday-of-easter

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Romans 8:35-39
Psalm 148
Acts 11:1–18
Revelation 21:1–7
John 16:12–22

Songs and Hymns:
    - Psalm 150 (Praise the Lord): Text and tune: Matt Boswell; Matt Papa; © 2020 Love Your Enemies Publishing; © 2020 Getty Music Hymns and Songs; © 2020 Getty Music Publishing; © 2020 Messenger Hymns; Used with permission: CCLI license #20286740.
    - Jerusalem the Golden: Text: Bernard of Cluny, 12th cent.; tr. John Mason Neale, 1818–66, alt.; Tune: Alexander C. Ewing, 1830–95, alt.; Text and tune: Public domain.
    - Untitled Hymn (Come To Jesus): Chris Rice, © 2003 Clumsy Fly Music. Used with permission: CCLI license #20286740.
    - Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee: Text by Henry Van Dyke; tune by Ludwig van Beethoven; text and tune are in the public domain.
    - Keep the Feast: Ben Shive, Skye Peterson; © 2024 Getty Music Publishing (BMI), Beehive Hymns (BMI); Used with permission: CCLI license #20286740.
    - In Thee Is Gladness: Text: Johann Lindemann, 1549–1631; tr. Catherine Winkworth, 1827–78, alt.; Tune: Giovanni Giacomo Gastoldi, c. 1556–c. 1622; Text and tune: Public domain.
    - Lift High The Name Of Jesus: Tune: Ed Cash; Fionán de Barra; Kristyn Getty; Keith Getty; Text: Kristyn Getty; Keith Getty; Fionán De Barra; Ed Cash; Tune and Text: © Getty Music; © Fionan De Barra Pub Designee; © Capital CMG Publishing; Used with permission: CCLI license #20286740.

Liturgies:
    - Gloria in Excelsis: Text: Stephen P. Starke
    - Sanctus: Text: Stephen P. Starke
    - Agnus Dei: Text: Stephen P. Starke

#sermon #gospel #easter #newheaven #hope #thanksgiving #forgiveness #Revelation21

All New - May 18 - Fifth Sunday of Easter

Scripture–in some ways–is a reflection of God’s mind, which means that understanding Scripture can never be completely mastered. Like a big city, there is something new and unexplored around every corner for the reader. In other words, reading the Bible is a great adventure of exploration and discovery.

The main foundation of solid biblical interpretation is to read it as the Word of God. Humanity sits under God, so his Word must sit in authority over us. This means that the meaning of the text must come from the text, not imposed upon it from outside. The temptation of all Christian denominations is to map their theology on to the text of Scripture, using the Bible as a series of proofs for their own correctness. But this is turning our theology or thoughts in “sacred scripture”, not allowing the real sacred Scripture to speak for God.

One key to checking our own theological and cultural biases in the attempt to allow God’s Word to speak for itself is to read it in community. Hearing what people from different backgrounds hear when they read Scripture helps us read and hear Scripture from outside our own echo chamber.

Practically speaking, correct biblical interpretation depends on reading the Bible not as isolated sayings, verses, or stories, but as one complete story, and we cannot understand any story–especially the story of Scripture!–outside of the whole story. And the importance of understanding the historical background of the text is also vital to correctly interpreting it. This takes work–digging into the cultural and historical backgrounds of the text means learning from scholars who study the backgrounds of the Bible. But this will keep us from making the Bible mean something it doesn’t, turning it into a decontextualized inspirational message to me.

Hosts: Aaron Mueller and Chuck Rathert

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How to Interpret the Bible (Ep118)

We live in very unsettling times. When the whole order of the world seems to be shifting, it is good for us to return to the unshifting words of Jesus Christ.

Among Jesus’ last words before He was arrested and crucified,  we see His tender concern for his disciples. He assures them of the love His heavenly Father has for them. He explains that they can pray directly to God the Father in Jesus’ name—and He will answer.  Jesus comforts them with His assurance that He will rise from the dead, and earlier in the chapter, Jesus promises them the Holy Spirit.

Jesus also warns his disciples that a time is coming when they will be scattered and even abandon the Christ. But He promises never to abandon them. Likewise Jesus will never abandon us, who put our faith in Him.

In the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, the followers of Jesus find peace, even in the most unsettling times, a peace the world cannot take away.

Peace That the World Cannot Take Away — Sixth Sunday of Easter, May 25, 2025: https://saintjamesglencarbon.org/2025-sixth-sunday-of-easter

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Romans 5:8-11
Psalm 67
Acts 5:12–32
Revelation 21:9–14, 21–27
John 16:23–33

Songs and Hymns:
    - May the Peoples Praise You: Text and Tune: David Zimmer, Ed Cash, Keith Getty, Kristyn Getty, Stuart Townend; © 2016 Capitol CMG Paragon (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing), Getty Music Publishing (Admin. by Music Services, Inc.), Townend Songs (Admin. by Music Services, Inc.); used with permission, CCLI license # 20286740.
    - Ancient of Days: Jesse Reeves, Jonny Robinson, Michael Farren, Rich Thompson; © 2018 CityAlight Music. Used with permission, CCLI license #20286740.
    - You Shine: Brian Doerksen, © 2001 Integrity's Hosanna! Music, used with permission: CCLI license #20286740.
    - Amazing Grace: Text by John Newton; tune by Columbian Harmony, 1829; text and tune are public domain.
    - By Grace Alone: Text by Martin Luther; tune by David Ward, © 2002 ThousandTongues.org; used with permission, CCLI license # 20286740.
    - Jesus Lives! The Victory’s Won: Text: Christian Fürchtegott Gellert, 1715–69; tr. Frances E. Cox, 1812–97, alt.; Tune: Johann Crüger, 1598–1662; Text and tune: Public domain.
    - Savior, Again to Thy Dear Name We Raise: Text: John Ellerton, 1826–93; Tune: Edward J. Hopkins, 1818–1901; Text and tune: Public domain.

Liturgies:
    - Gloria in Excelsis: Text: Stephen P. Starke
    - Sanctus: Text: Stephen P. Starke
    - Agnus Dei: Text: Stephen P. Starke

#sermon #gospel #easter #love #trinity #heavenlyfather #jesus #salvation #holyspirit #peace #comfort #warning #encouragement #John16

Peace That the World Cannot Take Away - May 25 - Sixth Sunday of Easter

The Bible makes it clear that the Holy Spirit is still active in the life of Christ’s church. But what does this mean, and how does this look?

For some, the Holy Spirit speaks directly in a miraculous way; for others the Holy Spirit guides by opening doors. How do we know that what we’re hearing or being led to do is coming from the Holy Spirit? By judging the message or compulsion on the basis of God’s Word. So it’s not just the big events that are the Holy Spirit speaking; even the small messages–like being moved to read God’s Word, to pray, to love someone else at personal expense–are clearly coming from outside fallen human nature.

It’s important to remember that the Bible–God’s Word–is primary. What God says in holy scripture is binding on all people everywhere for all time. This is different from a personal prompting of the Holy Spirit, which is not universally applicable to all people at all times. So, as Paul says, the spirits must be tested to see if they are in line with God’s Word.

Hosts: Aaron Mueller and Chuck Rathert

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Does the Holy Spirit Speak Today? (Ep119)

Jesus, the Son of God, has power to change lives and yet, rather than exercise His power, He prays. Jesus could do all of the things for which He asks here in prayer. But, instead of doing them on his own, He offers them to His Father.

Why? Because there is something more important than the things for which He prays. Above all petitions, even above life itself, Jesus values His relationship with His Father.

Prayer Means Relationship — Seventh Sunday of Easter, June 1, 2025: https://saintjamesglencarbon.org/2025-seventh-sunday-of-easter

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Romans 5:8-11
Psalm 133
Acts 5:12–32
Revelation 22:1–20
John 17:20–26

Songs and Hymns:
    - Blest Be the Tie That Binds: Text: John Fawcett, 1740–1817, alt.; Tune: Johann G. Nägeli, 1773–1836; arr. Lowell Mason, 1792–1872; Text and tune: Public domain.
    - Christ Sits at God’s Right Hand: Text: Stephen P. Starke, 1955; Tune: Hebrew; Text: © 2002 Stephen P. Starke, admin. Concordia Publishing House. Used with permission: LSB Hymn License #110001220; Tune: Public domain.
    - Chaconne on Lord, Enthroned in Heavenly Splendor
    - Draw Near and Take the Body of the Lord: Text: Latin, 7th cent.; tr. John Mason Neale, 1818–66, alt.; Tune: Trente quatre Pseaumes de David, 1551, Geneva, ed. Louis Bourgeois; Text and tune: Public domain.
    - The King Shall Come When Morning Dawns: Text: John Brownlie, 1859–1925, alt.; Tune: Repository of Sacred Music, Part Second, 1813, Harrisburg, ed. John Wyeth; Text and tune: Public domain.
    - Draw Us to Thee: Text: Friedrich Funcke, 1642–99; tr. August Crull, 1845–1923, alt.; Tune: As hymnodus sacer, 1625, Leipzig; Text and tune: Public domain.
    - Go, My Children, with My Blessing: Text: Jaroslav J. Vajda, 1919–2008, © 1983 Concordia Publishing House; Tune: Welsh, 18th cent.; Used with permission: LSB Hymn License #110001220.

Liturgies:
    - Gloria in Excelsis: Text: Stephen P. Starke
    - Sanctus: Text: Stephen P. Starke
    - Agnus Dei: Text: Stephen P. Starke

#sermon #gospel #easter #power #prayer #relationship #unity #oneness #love #John17

Prayer Means Relationship - Jun 1 - Seventh Sunday of Easter

On the day of Pentecost, something remarkable happened—something that made people stop and ask, “What’s going on here?” In this week’s service, we reflect on the outpouring of the Holy Spirit and what it means for the Church today. The coming of the Spirit marks the beginning of a new era—God’s mission through Jesus has been completed, and now, empowered by the Spirit, God’s people are sent to proclaim that mission to the world.

As we remember that Pentecost was originally a Jewish pilgrim festival, we see how, on that particular day, the Spirit came with power and purpose. The disciples were given words to speak, and every listener heard in their own language. This miraculous moment signaled that we are now living in the "last days," the time in which God's full plan of salvation in Jesus has been revealed.

But what does this mean for us? As those who have received the Holy Spirit, we are called to be proclaimers too. Do our lives reflect this calling? If not, how can we be renewed in our purpose?

Join us as we explore these questions and rejoice in the Spirit who equips us to live out our faith with boldness and clarity.

What's Going on Here? — The Day of Pentecost, June 8, 2025: https://saintjamesglencarbon.org/2025-the-day-of-pentecost

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Isaiah 44:21-23
Psalm 143
Genesis 11:1–9
Acts 2:1–21
John 14:23–31

Songs and Hymns:
    - O Holy Spirit, Enter In: Text: Michael Schirmer, 1606–73, adapt.; (sts. 1, 3): tr. Catherine Winkworth, 1827–78, alt.; (st. 2): tr. The Lutheran Hymnal, 1941, alt.; Tune: Philipp Nicolai, 1556–1608; Text and tune: Public domain.
    - Holy Spirit, Ever Dwelling: Text: Timothy Rees, 1874–1939, alt.; Tune: Oude en Nieuwe Hollantse . . . Contradanseu, c. 1710, Amsterdam; Text and tune: Public domain.
    - Your Table I Approach: Text: Gerhard Wolter Molanus, 1633–1722; tr. Matthias Loy, 1828–1915, alt.; Tune: Trente quatre Pseaumes de David, 1551, Geneva, ed. Louis Bourgeois; Text and tune: Public domain.
    - What Is This Bread: Text: Frederic W. Baue. Tune: Jean Neuhauser Baue. Text and tune: © 1991 Fred and Jean Baue, used with permission, LSB Hymn License no. 110001220.
    - Sent Forth by God’s Blessing: Text: Omer E. Westendorf, © 1964 World Library Publications, used with permission, CCLI license # 20286740; tune: Welsh, public domain.
    - Holy Spirit, Light Divine: Text: Andrew Reed, 1787–1862, alt.; Tune: Orlando Gibbons, 1583–1625; Text and tune: Public domain.

Liturgies:
    - Gloria in Excelsis: Text: Stephen P. Starke
    - Sanctus: Text: Stephen P. Starke
    - Agnus Dei: Text: Stephen P. Starke

#sermon #gospel #easter #pentecost #holyspirit #lastdays #newcovenant #fulfillmentofscripture #god'smission #salvationhistory #biblicalprophecy #greatcommission #Acts2

What's Going on Here? - Jun 8 - The Day of Pentecost

On the day of Pentecost, the Holy Spirit descended with power and clarity, uniting a diverse crowd through the proclamation of God’s Word in many languages. In this sermon from Acts 2, we hear Peter's bold declaration of Jesus’ resurrection and lordship, calling his hearers—and us—to repentance and faith. What began as confusion at the Tower of Babel is reversed as God uses many languages not to divide, but to gather His people around the truth of Christ crucified and risen.

Pastor Engfehr reflects on the enduring relevance of Peter’s message, drawing connections between the corruption of that generation and the brokenness we see in our world today. Yet, in the midst of sin, God’s Word breaks through with the promise of forgiveness and new life. Through powerful stories of modern missions—from rural Guatemala to urban Ghana—we’re reminded that the Spirit is still at work, transforming hearts and communities through the good news of Jesus.

As we reflect on Pentecost, we’re reminded of our own calling. Just as the apostles were sent out, we too are called to be Christ’s witnesses—whether across the globe or right here in our neighborhoods. In Glen Carbon, in Southern Illinois, and to the ends of the earth, the message remains the same: Jesus is Lord and Christ, and through Him, we are made new.

Testify to the Truth — The Holy Trinity, June 15, 2025: https://saintjamesglencarbon.org/2025-the-holy-trinity

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Romans 5:8–11
Psalm 8
Proverbs 8:1–4, 22–31
Acts 2:14a, 22–36
John 8:48–59

Songs and Hymns:
    - You Shine: Brian Doerksen, © 2001 Integrity's Hosanna! Music, used with permission: CCLI license #20286740.
    - God, Whose Almighty Word: Text: John Marriott, 1780–1825. Tune: Felice de Giardini, 1716–96. Text and tune: Public domain.
    - Across The Lands: Keith Getty, Stuart Townend; © 2002 Thankyou Music Ltd; Used with permission: CCLI license #20286740.
    - Holy, Holy, Holy: Text by Reginald Heber; tune by John B. Dykes; text and tune are public domain.
    - How Deep The Father's Love For Us: Stuart Townend, © 1995 Thankyou Music; Used with permission: CCLI license #20286740.
    - What Is This Bread: Text: Frederic W. Baue. Tune: Jean Neuhauser Baue. Text and tune: © 1991 Fred and Jean Baue, used with permission, LSB Hymn License no. 110001220.
    - Mine Eyes Have Seen the Glory (Battle Hymn): Text: Julia Ward Howe; Tune: William Steffe; Text and Tune: Public domain.

Liturgies:
    - Gloria in Excelsis: Text: Stephen P. Starke
    - Sanctus: Text: Stephen P. Starke
    - Agnus Dei: Text: Stephen P. Starke

#sermon #gospel #timeofthechurch #truth #God'sword #repentance #Acts2

Testify to the Truth - Jun 15 - The Holy Trinity

The Gospel is the proclamation that God has triumphed over sin and death through the work of Jesus. Every Christian sermon has to proclaim this Gospel by announcing the death and resurrection of Jesus. Since the whole text of Holy Scripture centers on Jesus’ death and resurrection, every sermon has to explain, illustrate, and apply the sermon text. 

The job of the sermon is not merely to explain and instruct in good theology, but to explain and apply the text itself. And while the question of whether or not the sermon should apply the text by telling people what to do is sometimes controversial in churches that believe in salvation by grace through faith alone, applying the text not by giving rules but by applying the Gospel is mandatory.

In other words, the Gospel is not just news that sins are forgiven, it’s also the good news that Jesus is Lord of the universe, and now we are free–by the power of Jesus–to be the humans he has redeemed us to be.

Hosts: Aaron Mueller and Chuck Rathert

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Preaching the Gospel, Preaching the Law (Ep120)

In this powerful and deeply human story from Luke’s Gospel, we meet a man known only by the name “Legion”—a name given not by his family or friends, but by the demons that had overtaken his life. Isolated from his home and community, bound in chains, and defined only by the forces that possessed him, Legion had lost his name, his identity, and his place among the living. But then Jesus came to him—crossing a sea, braving a storm, for the sake of one broken man. What happens next is nothing short of miraculous: a life restored, a man renamed, a soul set free.

This week’s message explores the reality of spiritual oppression and the very real “demons” that continue to haunt lives today—not only in the form of supernatural forces but also in addictions, isolation, destructive habits, and the labels that steal our God-given identity. These forces still divide families, trap individuals, and break communities apart. But Jesus has come to undo their work. As 1 John 4:4 promises, “the one who is in you is greater than the one who is in the world.” Just as Jesus gave Legion a new identity and a mission—to go and tell what God has done—we too are sent out, not as the broken people we once were, but as children of God, redeemed and renamed in Christ.

Join us as we reflect on the story of the Christian formerly known as Legion—a man whose encounter with Jesus reshaped his life forever. Discover how this story invites us to recognize our own captivity, to rejoice in our release, and to proclaim the freedom we’ve been given through the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

The Christian Formerly Known as "Legion" — Second Sunday after Pentecost, June 22, 2025: https://saintjamesglencarbon.org/2025-second-sunday-after-pentecost

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Romans 8:35–39
Psalm 3
Isaiah 65:1–9
Galatians 3:23—4:7
Luke 8:26–39

Songs and Hymns:
    - Baptized into Your Name Most Holy: Text: Johann Jacob Rambach, 1693–1735, abr.; tr. Catherine Winkworth, 1827–78, alt.; Tune: Cornelius Heinrich Dretzel, 1697–1775; Text and tune: Public domain.
    - He Will Hold Me Fast: Ada Ruth Habershon, Matthew Merker; Copyright © 2013 Getty Music Publishing, Matthew Merker Music; Used with permission: CCLI license #20286740.
    - Grace: Text and tune: Niki Shepherd; Jonny Robinson; Rich Thompson; © 2016 Getty Music Publishing; © Rich Thompson Music; © 2016 Jonny Robinson Music; © Little Life Lines Music; Used with permission: CCLI license #20286740.
    - You Shine: Brian Doerksen, © 2001 Integrity's Hosanna! Music, used with permission: CCLI license #20286740.
    - Before the Throne of God Above: Text by Charitie Lees Bancroft; tune by Vikki Cook; © 1997 Sovereign Grace Worship; used with permission, CCLI license # 20286740.
    - Water, Blood, and Spirit Crying: Text by Stephen P. Starke, © 1999 Stephen P. Starke; tune by Jeffrey N. Blersch, © 2003 Jeffrey N. Blersch; used with permission, LSB Hymn License #110001220.
    - Lift High The Name Of Jesus: Tune: Ed Cash; Fionán de Barra; Kristyn Getty; Keith Getty; Text: Kristyn Getty; Keith Getty; Fionán De Barra; Ed Cash; Tune and Text: © Getty Music; © Fionan De Barra Pub Designee; © Capital CMG Publishing; Used with permission: CCLI license #20286740.

Liturgies:
    - Gloria in Excelsis: Text: Stephen P. Starke
    - Sanctus: Text: Stephen P. Starke
    - Agnus Dei: Text: Stephen P. Starke

#sermon #gospel #timeofthechurch #demons #identity #baptized #children #Luke8

The Christian Formerly Known as "Legion" - Jun 22 - Second Sunday after Pentecost

As Americans prepare to celebrate the 249th birthday of their nation, Jesus’ words in Luke 9 challenge us to consider a deeper allegiance: what does it mean to follow Jesus within the context of this nation?

Jesus set His face toward Jerusalem, choosing the path of rejection, suffering, and ultimate sacrifice. In doing so, He established a kingdom not of this world—a kingdom of righteousness and peace that transcends every earthly nation, including the United States. Following Him today still means being misunderstood, marginalized, or even rejected. It means holding fast to God's Word in a culture that often resists truth. It means letting go of earthly comforts, reordering priorities, and sometimes even distancing from familial expectations for the sake of Christ and His kingdom.

In this sermon, we reflect on what true discipleship looks like in America today: a life of gospel proclamation, faithful witness, and heavenly citizenship—all rooted in the cross and resurrection of our Savior. As citizens of God’s eternal kingdom who temporarily reside in this earthly one, we join our voices in prayer: “God bless America… Stand beside her and guide her through the night with the light from above.”

Following Jesus in This Nation — Third Sunday after Pentecost, June 29, 2025: https://saintjamesglencarbon.org/2025-third-sunday-after-pentecost

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Matthew 11:28-30
Psalm 16
1 Kings 19:9b–21
Galatians 5:1, 13–25
Luke 9:51–62

Songs and Hymns:
    - “Come, Follow Me,” the Savior Spake: Text: tr. Charles W. Schaeffer, 1813–96; (sts. 1–3, 5): Johann Schefer, 1624–77; (st. 4): Geistliche Lieder und Lobgesänge, 1695; Tune: Bartholomäus Gesius, c. 1555–1613, adapt.; Text and tune: Public domain
    - My Worth Is Not in What I Own: Text and tune by Keith Getty, Kristyn Getty, and Graham Kendrick, © 2014 Getty Music; used with permission, CCLI license # 20286740.
    - I Will Follow: Chris Tomlin, Jason Ingram, Reuben Morgan; © 2010 Rising Springs Music; Vamos Publishing; worshiptogether.com songs; © 2010 Spirit Nashville Three; So Essential Tunes; Spirit Nashville Three; © 2010 SHOUT! Music Publishing Australia; Used with permission: CCLI license #20286740.
    - Stand Up, Stand Up for Jesus: Text: George Duffield, Jr., 1818–88, alt. Tune: George J. Webb, 1803–87 Text and tune: Public domain
    - Grace: Text and tune: Niki Shepherd; Jonny Robinson; Rich Thompson; © 2016 Getty Music Publishing; © Rich Thompson Music; © 2016 Jonny Robinson Music; © Little Life Lines Music; Used with permission: CCLI license #20286740.
    - A Lamb Goes Uncomplaining Forth: Text: Paul Gerhardt, 1607–76; tr. The Lutheran Hymnal, 1941, alt.; © 1941 Concordia Publishing House. Used with permission: LSB Hymn License #110001220; Tune: Wolfgang Dachstein, c. 1487–1553, public domain.
    - God Bless America: Text and Tune: Irving Berlin; © 1938 Irving Berlin. Used with permission: One License #728607-A.

Liturgies:
    - Gloria in Excelsis: Text: Stephen P. Starke
    - Sanctus: Text: Stephen P. Starke
    - Agnus Dei: Text: Stephen P. Starke

#sermon #gospel #timeofthechurch #baptized #nation #strangers #heaven #discipleship #kingdomofGod #Christiancitizenship #baptismalidentity #rejectedbytheworld #heavenlyhome #4thofJuly #followingJesus #ChristianinAmerica #Luke9

Following Jesus in This Nation - Jun 29 - Third Sunday after Pentecost

St. James Lutheran Church was established in 1982. We are a church rooted on Grace Alone, Faith Alone, and Scripture Alone. And we are a body of sinners and saints focused on spreading the Good News in the Greater Glen Carbon community.

St. James is located in Glen Carbon, IL at 146 North Main Street. We are located across from Glen Carbon Village Hall and right next to Schon Park.

The Infinite God (Ep96)

St James Lutheran Church

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