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Tomorrow Sunday, November 22nd, 2015 at Saint Paul’s Lutheran Church of Irvine: The Last Sunday of the Church Year; Christ the King!
Divine Service: 9:30 am
Bible Study for adults, high school, and Sunday School for junior youth and little children starts at 11:00 am. Please note: tomorrow, November 22nd, there is no Sunday School or Bible Study due to our New Member Sunday reception.
Location: Crean Lutheran High School in Irvine: 12500 Sand Canyon Ave., Irvine, CA 92618
Directions: Exit Sand Canyon from the 405 or 5, head East towards the hills, cross Irvine Blvd., turn right on Saint’s Way (this will put you on the campus of Crean Lutheran South High School…we worship in the event center/gym)
Dear Christians,
The church year is no random exercise. It leads us to follow the life of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. And part of that life of Christ is that which is yet to come: He will come in glory, on the clouds, with the holy angels. We Christians call this “The Second Coming.” That day will be the end of the world as we know it. That day will include the resurrection of all flesh and the great judgment of all humanity. It will also include the joyful gathering of all of God’s people at the right hand of the Lord Jesus. It ends climatically with the descent of a new heaven and a new earth. (Revelation 21:1) Thank God that since you are in Christ, washed by His blood, that we know the verdict for you already! “There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.” (Romans 8:1)
Knowing that this Day is coming, it impacts the way we live. The little-known book of Jude (which is only a single chapter long) includes wisdom on how to live, keeping us in the grace of God as we await the glorious day. Tomorrow’s proclamation is based on this little book with a message to keep you strong in the Lord Jesus!
We have so much to be thankful for in our little church. Today was the holy baptism of Erin Rose Morris (which was held at the Good Shepherd Chapel at Concordia University). Tomorrow is our third new member Sunday in as many months. This one welcomes Kathy Witt (transferring in), Tina Wang (adult confirmation), Jon Crosier (adult confirmation), Veronica Steele (adult confirmation), and Erin Morris (adult confirmation).
Also: Just a couple of extra announcements:
1) This Wednesday is our Thanksgiving Eve service at 7 pm at the Good Shepherd Chapel at Concordia University. This is a service of the Word only, a shorter service, but one that is the perfect way to usher in Thanksgiving! This is a great service to invite a friend to. Please come!
2) The offer for a free Christmas Tree still stands. If you would like a free tree or know someone who might really appreciate it, please let me know.
In Jesus’ Love,
Pastor Espinosa