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First Lutheran Church in Minot, North Dakota has many opportunities to serve the community, worship and grow in faith. We offer our weekly podcast show, sermons, news updates, special music and other fun things, so be sure to subscribe on your favorite service to stay up to date!
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Tuesday Jan 24, 2023
Tuesday Jan 24, 2023
Did Jesus say, "Blessed are the cheesemakers" or "blessed are the peacemakers"? We're pretty sure Matthew 5:1-12 says, "peacemakers" despite what Monty Python portrays (you can find a video on YouTube!). Today in the Wandering in the Word Podcast, Pastor Brandy, Melissa, and Pastor Ellery are talking about Jesus sermon on the mount, often called the Beatitudes, along with Micah 6:1-8 and help think about how the way of Jesus turns the ways of the world upside down!
Thursday Jan 05, 2023
Thursday Jan 05, 2023
You've been asking for it, and here it is! Wandering in the Word is back! Ever wonder about what Epiphany is all about and why they aren't the "3 kings" anymore? Pastor Brandy, Melissa, and Pastor Ellery will talk about these things and much more in their Wandering in the Word podcast for January 8, 2023!
Thursday Dec 29, 2022
Thursday Dec 29, 2022
Monday Nov 28, 2022
Monday Nov 28, 2022
Why does Matthew begin his gospel with a long list of ancient names? What difference does it make in the Christmas story? What difference does it make for us?
Pastor Brandy Gerjets preaching on Matthew 1:1-17
First Sunday of Advent, 11/27/22
Tuesday Nov 15, 2022
Tuesday Nov 15, 2022
Today on Wandering in the Word for November 20, 2022, the crew is talking about Christ the King and Stewardship Sunday. What does generosity have to do with the Kingdom of God? Why were the churches in Macedonia praised in 2 Corinthians 8:1-7? How does Jesus’ display of forgiveness and sacrifice in Luke 23:33-43 offer us an example of how to change the world? Tune in to find out! And here is a link to our 2023 Stewardship Intent form in case you haven’t filled it out yet:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/14OB2bG5C1LkQznk7lvI1p1bhuQxAveJbCIiSlnRHHgk/edit
Monday Nov 14, 2022
Monday Nov 14, 2022
God has done marvelous things! Our offerings brought to God are given in response to all God has done for us. Pastor Brandy Gerjets preaches on why we give, and what difference our "why?" makes! Deuteronomy 26:1-11.
Wednesday Nov 09, 2022
Wednesday Nov 09, 2022
What would a room full of perfume (nard) smell like? How can we live generous lives of faith in response to God’s generous grace? Check out this week’s Wandering in the Word for November 13, 2022 and join the conversation. What are some “Wonderful Things” you have seen God do in your life? Share them in the comments! And then fill out your 2023 Giving Intent Form here and share your plan for living generously:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/14OB2bG5C1LkQznk7lvI1p1bhuQxAveJbCIiSlnRHHgk/edit
Tuesday Nov 01, 2022
Tuesday Nov 01, 2022
Today on Wandering in the Word Pastor Brandy, Melissa, and Pastor Ellery are talking about what All Saints Day is all about while discussing the Scripture readings for this coming Sunday, November 6th, 2022, which happens to be when First Lutheran will celebrate All Saints! Join the conversation!
Tuesday Oct 25, 2022
Tuesday Oct 25, 2022
In the parable from Jesus this week, we hear about a self-righteous religious leader and a repentant tax collector praying in the temple. Pastor Ellery talks about our need to be honest as we think about our lives and be careful in how we think and talk about others we disagree with.
Tuesday Oct 25, 2022
Tuesday Oct 25, 2022
This Sunday, October 30th, at First Lutheran it is Reformation AND Confirmation Sunday! On this week's Wandering in the Word, Pastor Brandy, Melissa, and Pastor Ellery discuss laws, freedom and many other entertaining subjects! So take a listen and join the conversation so you are ready for the scripture readings and worship this weekend.