Blessings in Song Christmas Caroling for the Community as Spirit of Peace Brings Reflection Upon This Last Year and Christmas Caroling to the People in Care Centers and the Homebound.
May the Lord Bring Abundant Blessings to You!
Peace and Joy! Pastors Michael and Cathy Hanus. Spirit of Peace.
Teacher, Life brings so much more satisfaction in giving to others.
Yes, there is an abundance of blessing that rains down upon us when we share in Jesus with the community. The letting go of that Christian love that lives within us warms the hearts of those around us. Living by example is far more effective in Missional outreach. Those people we want to engage feel moved to join in and contribute their energy and find satisfaction in community support.
What a great time to share in and enjoy the gifts of the Holy Spirit!
But if anyone has the world’s goods and sees his brother in need, yet closes his heart against him, how does God’s love abide in him? Little children, let us not love in word or talk but in deed and in truth. 1 John 3:17-18.
Please join in by contributing your energy and resources to a Community Food Drive so that those in need may experience satisfaction.
We have a Food Drive opportunity coming up this Saturday December 19th starting at 9:00 am.
You may contact us at any time when you feel the Spirit move you.
Peace and Joy! Pastors Michael and Cathy Hanus
Spirit of Peace, Box 245 Valley, Nebraska 68064,
Spirit.Peace@outlook.com 402-541-7019
Flash Gathering and Traditional Style Christmas Caroling in the Community!
Please Contact Michael or Cathy for … Christmas Caroling Request or Interest in Singing as You have time.
Spirit of Peace https://blog.peacelcmc.org
Pastors Michael and Cathy Hanus
402-541-7019 567-307-0910 LORD070910
Spirit.Peace@outlook.com
Come join Spirit of Peace Pastors Michael and Cathy Hanus in the Free Faith Hope Love Joy Peace Series Presentation
Preparing for Christmas 2015
starting with a light meal
On Friday afternoon December 18 from 11:30 am at
Valley View Community Room
400-1 W. Meigs St., Valley, NE
All are Welcome! Come as you are.
Expect reflection, prayer, video, discussion and Christmas Caroling indoors.
Small side dishes, desserts and volunteer assistance are welcome!
Information at blog.peacelcmc.org
You May Contact Pastors Michael or Cathy at Spirit.Peace@outlook.com or 402-541-7019.
Have a Blessed Christmas!
Peace of God Celebration
Baptized with the Holy Spirit
for the Community.
Modern Song Focus on Contemporary Church Artists
performing hymns of traditional foundation.
Everyone is Welcome!
Peace of God Celebration Introduction:
In this third Sunday of Advent, we come face to face with the meaning of “the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding.”
Zephaniah’s prophetic vision of the presence of God in our lives brings us to face both judgement and joy in the same moment. If we love God as we are humanly capable, as we have always been loved by Him, we will have little to fear. “Swallow my pride” and in my humility (not thinking less of myself but thinking of myself less) I come to realize the meaning of the words “Blessed are those who recognize they are spiritually helpless. The kingdom of heaven belongs to them.”
Isaiah’s prophecy is practiced in a song of Thanksgiving. May we lift our voices in prayer.
In time Paul learned to change his perspective on life. Paul gives us three “P”s: Perspective, Purpose and Press on. Even though life is full of challenges, many of them easily persuading us we may be headed toward dismal failure, we must trust in God, “put on our happy faces,” and be thankful for the blessings we do have now and those that will be coming our way in the future. We must stand firm in our love for God as we believe He has and will always love us.
John the Baptist is a “straight talker.” He does not offer kind words to people needing to repent their sinful ways. John wants us to understand that God’s mercy (Gospel) and justice (Law) can be considered one and the same in the believer’s spiritual life. We must open our hearts to God’s love and in turn show compassion and understanding to our neighbor. This may well require us to meet the objective by sharing our resources with our neighbor.
Scripture:
The LORD has taken away the judgments against you, he has turned away your enemies. Zeph. 3:15.
Surely God is my salvation. Isaiah 12:2.
The peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Phil. 4:7.
He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire. Luke 3:16.
Prayer:
God of hope,
you call us home from the exile of selfish oppression
to the freedom of justice,
the balm of healing,
and the joy of sharing.
Make us strong to join you in your holy work,
as friends of strangers and victims,
companions of those whom others shun,
and as the happiness of those whose hearts are broken.
We make our prayer through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen.
O Come All Ye Faithful
“Adeste Fidelis” Latin.
Marcos Portugal (1649).
John Francis Wade (1744).
O Come All Ye Faithful
Joyful and triumphant,
O come ye, O come ye to Bethlehem.
Come and behold Him,
Born the King of Angels;
O come, let us adore Him,
O come, let us adore Him,
O come, let us adore Him,
Christ the Lord.
Prayer:
Brothers and sisters,
as we joyfully await the glorious coming of the Christ,
let us pray for the needs of the church, our community, and the world.
God of joy and exultation,
you strengthen what is weak;
you enrich the poor
and give hope to those who live in fear.
Look upon our needs this day.
Make us grateful for the good news of salvation
and keep us faithful in your service
until the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ,
who lives for ever and ever. Amen.
Away in a Manger
James R Murray (1887).
performed by Casting Crowns
Away in a manger, no crib for a bed,
The little Lord Jesus laid down his sweet head.
The stars in the sky looked down where he lay,
The little Lord Jesus asleep in the hay.
The cattle are lowing, the baby awakes,
But little Lord Jesus no crying he makes.
I love Thee, Lord Jesus, look down from the sky
And stay by my cradle til morning is nigh.
Be near me, Lord Jesus, I ask Thee to stay
Close by me forever, and love me, I pray.
Bless all the dear children in thy tender care,
And take us to heaven, to live with Thee there.
Prayer:
O God of the exiles and the lost,
you promise restoration and wholeness
through the power of Jesus Christ.
Give us faith to live joyfully,
sustained by your promises
as we eagerly await the day when they will be fulfilled
for all the world to see,
through the coming of your Son, Jesus Christ. Amen.
Joy to the World
Isaac Watts (1719).
Joy to the World , the Lord is come!
Let earth receive her King;
Let every heart prepare Him room,
And Heaven and nature sing,
And Heaven and nature sing,
And Heaven, and Heaven, and nature sing.
We are all stewards spreading the Word of Jesus’ blessings for His people.
Picnic Fellowship Activities for the Entire Family!
Of course lively discussion and activities will be available!
Perhaps you may prefer to sit and visit!
Please Contact Us with Special Requests!
Come join Spirit of Peace Pastors Michael and Cathy Hanus in the Free Faith Hope Love Joy Peace Series Presentation
Preparing for Christmas 2015
starting with a light meal
On Friday evening December 11 from 6:00 pm at
Life House 222 S Mayne Valley
and
On Friday evening December 18 from 6:00 pm at
Community Center 921 S Mayne Valley.
All are Welcome! Come as you are.
Expect reflection, prayer, video, discussion and Christmas Caroling indoors.
Small side dishes, desserts and volunteer assistance are welcome!
Information at blog.peacelcmc.org
You May Contact Pastors Michael or Cathy at Spirit.Peace@outlook.com or 402-541-7019.
Have a Blessed Christmas!
Free Sunday Community Dinner.
We are inviting the community to a Free Sunday Dinner at 1:00 pm on 11/29 at the Community Center, 921 S. Mayne St. Valley.
Although we enjoyed serving the Thanksgiving Day meal to people that came despite the ice storm and brave people delivered meals to the home bound, we have a few fresh items and food remaining that is carefully refrigerated and stored.
As a result, the Holy Spirit and our desire to share call us to invite everyone to a Free Sunday Dinner at 1:00 pm on 11/29 at the Community Center, 921 S Mayne St. Valley.
Peace & Joy! Pastors Michael & Cathy Hanus. Spirit of Peace.
Contacts for this Sunday’s meal:
Spirit.Peace@outlook.com
402-541-7019
Great Thanksgiving Dinner and Fellowship. Fantastic Volunteers! Thank you for your contribution!
Thursday Nov. 26 –Thanksgiving Day Community Celebration!
FREE Family Activities, Traditional Thanksgiving meal, FUN!
3:00 Dinner and Activities
Wear Your Favorite Dinner Garb, Pin the Tail on the Turkey & MORE!
Volunteers Welcome!
402-541-7019 Michael, 402-289-2902 Karen
Connect with Your Spirit!
– List is Growing! – Mix in Your Suggestions!
Location: United Faith Community Center,
921 S Mayne Street Valley
Spirit of Peace, Sponsor;
Pastors Michael, Cathy Hanus –
In Cooperation with AcademyScience.us, and
the Valley and surrounding Communities
Spirit.Peace@outlook.com blog.peacelcmc.org
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RSVP with EventBrite
Reign of Christ Celebration Christ is King! for the Community
Modern Song Focus on Contemporary Church Artists
Everyone is Welcome!
Reign of Christ is King Celebration Introduction:
So much political social construct in Daniel! Today many people around the globe experience political domination, terror, and persecution. God the Father gives sovereignty to Christ the King to empower the oppressed and pursue just rule on earth as we anticipate in heaven.
Our focus is on the Lord as Creator and Sustainer of that Creation. Ps. 93:1. Although this big picture is not always visible to our mind’s eye as we meet and deal with life’s challenges, we turn our attention to this belief on Christ is King Sunday.
In Revelations we turn our attention to the timeless glory of God, the faithful ministry of Jesus Christ, the benefits of our salvation, our hope in Christ’s glorious return, the fate of those who reject Christ, and God’s rule over every earthly dominion. Theologian Rev. Dr. Greg Carey.
Jesus intentionally evades a direct answer to Pilate’s question regarding kingship. Pilate is exploiting the unfortunate dilemma that is facing Christ right now. Jesus knows that Pilate is using the moment to disturb the stability of Jewish political society. John 18:36.
Reign of Christ is King Celebration Scripture:
His dominion is an everlasting dominion that shall not pass away, and his kingship is one that shall never be destroyed. Dan. 7:9-14.
The LORD is king, he is robed in majesty. Ps. 93:1.
I am the Alpha and the Omega says the Lord God. Rev. 1:8.
My kingdom is not from this world. John 18:36.
Lord is King Psalm 93 song
Bill Monaghan
Prayer:
Shepherd of Israel, hear our prayer
as your Son heard the plea
of the criminal crucified with him.
Gather into Christ’s holy reign
the broken, the sorrowing, and the sinner,
that all may know
wholeness, joy, and forgiveness. Amen.
All Things Bright and Beautiful
Cecil Frances Alexander (1848).
Kidzup
All things bright and beautiful,
all creatures great and small,
all things wise and wonderful,
the Lord God made them all.
Prayer:
As the shepherd who cares for the flock, O God,
you guide all things through Jesus
whom you have exalted over all creation as king.
Hear the prayers we offer in his name
for the creation he cherished
and that you entrust to us.
Look upon your people who rejoice in your justice and mercy,
and grant that the prayers we make
may reveal Christ’s reign in our time. Amen.
Jesus, Name Above All Names.
Nadia Hearn. (1974).
Maranatha Singers
Jesus name above all names
Beautiful Savior glorious Lord
Emmanuel God is with us
Blessed Redeemer living Word.
Prayer:
Almighty God,
you remembered the oath you swore to David
and so established a glorious realm of salvation
through Jesus of Nazareth, his heir.
Train our eyes to see your righteous rule,
that, standing firmly in hope
before the powers of this world,
we may heed your voice
and be constant in your truth. Amen.
Now thank we all our God.
Catherine Winkworth. (1636).
Cambridge Singers.
Now thank we all our God
with heart and hands and voices,
who wondrous things has done,
in whom his world rejoices;
who from our mothers’ arms
has blessed us on our way
with countless gifts of love,
and still is ours today.
Prayer:
Most High God, majestic and almighty,
our beginning and our end:
rule in our hearts
and guide us to be faithful in our daily actions,
worshiping the one who comes
as Savior and Sovereign,
and who lives and reigns with you
in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God. Amen.
Give Thanks with a Grateful Heart
Eph. 5:19-20.
Henry Smith (1970).
Don Moen.
Give thanks with a grateful heart
Give thanks to the Holy One
Give thanks because He’s given Jesus Christ, His Son.
We are all stewards spreading the Word of Jesus’ blessings for His people.
Picnic Fellowship Activities for the Entire Family!
Of course lively discussion and activities will be available!
Perhaps you may prefer to sit and visit!
Contact Us with Special Requests!