Tomorrow (August 10) marks the Commemoration of Lawrence, Deacon and Martyr (225-258). In 257, when Sixtus II (?-258) became Pope, he installed Lawrence into the office of Deacon, and made him Archdeacon of Rome (i.e. first among the seven Deacons of the city). His responsibilities included oversight of the treasury of the Church, and the… Continue reading LSB 649: Blest Be the Tie that Binds – Lawrencetide
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LSB 421: Jesus, Grant That Balm and Healing – Lent
We have chosen LSB 421, Jesus, Grant That Balm and Healing, for our 2021 Lenten seasonal hymn. The hymn was first published in 1644, but was inspired by a text at least 500 years older, which focuses on Jesus’ wounds as a healing remedy for lust, temptation and all affliction (Isaiah 53:4-5; 1 Peter 2:21-24). … Continue reading LSB 421: Jesus, Grant That Balm and Healing – Lent
LSB 639: Wide Open Stand the Gates – All Saints-tide
Having spent the past almost 6 weeks reflecting on endurance in the face of tribulation, we now begin a season of hope, as we close in on the end of the Church Year. This final part of the Trinity half-year is named All Saints-tide, for the November 1 feast which ushers in these 4 weeks. … Continue reading LSB 639: Wide Open Stand the Gates – All Saints-tide
LSB 872, Come, Thou Bright and Morning Star – Advent
We have chosen LSB 872, Come, Thou Bright and Morning Star, as our Advent 2021 seasonal hymn.
Operation Barnabas December 2021 Update
We are not having a meeting this month, but you may want to read the Advent Devotional in the Warning Order which explains how we can find comfort in trying and fearful times. Some of our members will be attending the “Wreaths Across America” Ceremony at the Arizona State Memorial Cemetery in Marana. Everyone is… Continue reading Operation Barnabas December 2021 Update
Notes from the Nov OB Chapter Meeting
Pastor gave a devotion based on Ephesians 6:10–“Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of His might.” We give thanks to God for those who serve in the armed forces of our nation. We pray that the Holy Spirit would work through Christians both within and outside of the service branches to… Continue reading Notes from the Nov OB Chapter Meeting
LSB 960, Isaiah, Mighty Seer in Days of Old – Reformation
Hymn author and composer: Dr. Martin Luther (1483-1546) – see the author/composer notes for LSB 655 at https://catalinalutheran.org/blog/2020/05/25/lsb-655-lord-keep-us-steadfast-in-your-word/ (accessed 25 October, AD 2021) Hymn translator: Composite, committee that developed the 1941 TLH. Hymn history:1 Dr. Luther first reformed the Latin Mass in 1523, removing the false teaching of the Mass as a sacrifice to God… Continue reading LSB 960, Isaiah, Mighty Seer in Days of Old – Reformation
Notes from the Oct 14 Operation Barnabas Chapter Meeting
Pastor opened the meeting with a devotion on whether members of the military should have autonomy when it comes to getting vaccinated for the good of their fellow soldiers. The LCMS’ stand on this issue is that we all belong to the body of Christ. There should be no division from its members—if one suffers,… Continue reading Notes from the Oct 14 Operation Barnabas Chapter Meeting
LSB 522, Lord God, to Thee We Give All Praise – Michaeltide
We have chosen LSB 522, Lord God, to Thee We Give All Praise, for our Michaeltide 2021 seasonal hymn. The Michaeltide portion of the long Trinity season begins on the Feast of St. Michael and All Angels (September 29), and lasts until All Saints Day (November 1). The overall theme of Michaeltide is that of… Continue reading LSB 522, Lord God, to Thee We Give All Praise – Michaeltide
Notes from the Sept 28 Operation Barnabas Chapter Meeting
Pastor opened the meeting with a devotion from Ephesians 2. There is more than an alteration from citizen to soldier when each person begins basic training. They move from a nobody to a somebody in the Service. An analogy is made when St. Paul writes that “But now in Christ Jesus you who once… Continue reading Notes from the Sept 28 Operation Barnabas Chapter Meeting